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Drives

About Drive Terms

Hard drives

are for permanent storage of data files and software,

such as system files, applications, and drivers. A hard drive is
sometimes called a

hard disk drive.

Optional disk drives

(select models) include diskette drives. A

diskette drive is sometimes called a

floppy disk drive

floppy

drive.

Drives are often used to store or transport data.

Optical drives

include CD and DVD drives. Optical drives are

used to store or transport data and to play music and movies.
DVD drives have a higher storage capacity than CD drives.

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A DVD+RW/R and CD-RW combo drive can write to both
recordable CDs and recordable DVDs.

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A DVD/CD-RW combo drive can write to recordable CDs (CD-R
and CD-RW media) but cannot write to recordable DVDs
(DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, or DVD-RW media).

Summary of Contents for nx9100 - Notebook PC

Page 1: ...ber 355386 001 November 2003 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features including connectors for external devices It also includes power and environmental specifications which might be helpful when traveling with the notebook ...

Page 2: ...d herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Hardware Guide HP Notebook Series First Edition November...

Page 3: ...Keys 1 11 Wireless On Off Button and Application Keys 1 13 Function and Keypad Keys 1 14 Front Components 1 16 Rear Components 1 20 Left Side Components 1 22 Right Side Components 1 26 Bottom Components 1 30 Labels 1 32 Additional Standard Components 1 33 Documentation Library CD 1 33 Cords Cables and Adapters 1 34 2 TouchPad and Keyboard Using the TouchPad 2 1 Setting TouchPad Preferences 2 4 Usi...

Page 4: ...er Meter Icon on the Taskbar 3 6 Managing Low Battery Conditions 3 6 Identifying a Low Battery Condition 3 6 Identifying a Critical Low Battery Condition 3 6 Verifying Hibernation Settings 3 7 Resolving Low Battery Conditions 3 7 Calibrating a Battery Pack 3 8 When to Calibrate 3 8 How to Calibrate 3 8 Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings 3 10 Conserving Power as You Work 3 10 Storing a Ba...

Page 5: ...ing an Optional SD Memory Card 4 17 Connecting an Optional Digital Drive to the USB Port 4 18 Inserting an Optional Digital Drive into an Optional Digital Bay 4 22 Removing an Optional Digital Drive from an Optional Digital Bay 4 24 Finding Optional Drive Software Information 4 25 5 Audio and Video Adjusting Volume 5 1 Using the Volume Buttons 5 1 Using the Volume Control Icon 5 2 Using the Intern...

Page 6: ...onnecting the Modem with an Adapter 7 5 Special Restrictions in Certain Countries 7 6 Changing Your Modem Settings 7 6 Connecting to a Local Area Network LAN 7 7 Turning a Network Connection Off and On 7 9 Making Wireless Network Connections Select Models 7 10 Turning Wireless Communication On and Off 7 12 Connecting to a Wireless Network 7 14 Checking the Wireless Connection Status 7 14 Making Bl...

Page 7: ...ing an Optional Digital Media Card 8 9 Disabling an Optional Digital Media Card 8 10 Increasing Memory 8 11 Displaying Memory Information 8 11 Removing or Inserting a Memory Module 8 12 Replacing the Hard Drive 8 21 Finding More Upgrade Information 8 28 9 Specifications Operating Environment 9 1 Rated Input Power 9 2 Index ...

Page 8: ...ion and by model This guide includes illustrations for the different models and features In each section refer to the illustrations that closely match your notebook The illustrations in Chapter 1 identify the standard external features included in most notebook models Display Component Description Display release latch Opens the notebook ...

Page 9: ...1 2 Hardware Guide Hardware Components Component Description Display release latch Opens the notebook ...

Page 10: ...t and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons of an external mouse 3 TouchPad scroll pad Functions like the wheel of an external mouse for scrolling up and down 4 TouchPad on off button Turns TouchPad on or off 5 TouchPad light On TouchPad is enabled For information about TouchPad settings see Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard ...

Page 11: ...ects or activates items on the screen 2 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 3 TouchPad on off button Turns TouchPad on or off 4 TouchPad light On TouchPad is enabled For information about TouchPad settings see Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard ...

Page 12: ...by Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation 2 Power Standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation 3 Battery light On Battery pack is charging Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition Off AC power is applied with battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied ...

Page 13: ...k is off or in Hibernation 2 Power Standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation 3 Battery light On Battery pack is charging Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition Off AC power is applied with battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied ...

Page 14: ... light also referred to as hard drive optical drive activity light On The internal hard drive or optical drive bay is being accessed 4 Optical disk drive light On The optical drive bay is being accessed 5 5 in 1 Digital Media slot light select models On Slot is accessing an optional digital media card For information about using num lock the internal keypad or an external keypad see Chapter 2 Touc...

Page 15: ...erred to as hard drive optical drive activity light On The internal hard drive or the optical drive bay is being accessed 4 Optical disk drive light On The optical drive bay is being accessed 5 5 in 1 Digital Media slot light select models On Slot is accessing an optional digital media card For information about using num lock the internal keypad or an external keypad see Chapter 2 TouchPad and Ke...

Page 16: ...e from Hibernation If the system has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used press and hold the button for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook 2 Volume buttons 3 Decrease mute and increase the system volume To decrease volume use the left button To mute or restore volume use the middle button To increase volume use the right button This table describes default set...

Page 17: ...Hibernation If the system has stopped responding and Microsoft Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used press and hold the button for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook 2 Mute button On Audio is muted 3 Volume buttons 2 Decrease and increase the system volume To decrease volume use the left button To increase volume use the right button This table describes default settings For informat...

Page 18: ... right 3 programmable buttons enable you to access the My Pictures folder a multimedia application and the Internet with one keystroke The icon on each button represents the default destination Buttons can be programmed to point to other locations See the instructions on changing the destination of Quick Launch buttons in Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard continued ...

Page 19: ...less functionality but does not create a wireless connection To set up and complete a wireless connection additional hardware and software might be required 3 Windows logo key Displays Windows Start menu 4 Windows Applications key Displays shortcut menu for any highlighted items ...

Page 20: ...reless On Off button Enables wireless functionality but does not create a wireless connection To set up and complete a wireless connection additional hardware and software might be required 2 Windows logo key Displays Windows Start menu 3 Windows Applications key Displays shortcut menu for any highlighted items ...

Page 21: ...ssing Fn F8 increases screen brightness 2 Function keys 11 Perform system and application tasks When combined with the Fn key function keys F1 through F12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys The F2 function key is not used 3 Keypad keys 15 Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad For more information refer to the Hotkey Quick Reference section in Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard ...

Page 22: ...increases screen brightness 2 Function keys 11 Perform system and application tasks When combined with the Fn key function keys F1 through F12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys The F2 function key is not used 3 Keypad keys 15 Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad For more information refer to the Hotkey Quick Reference section in Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard ...

Page 23: ...s the notebook 2 Power Standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation 3 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light also referred to as hard drive optical drive activity light On The internal hard drive or optical drive bay is being accessed continued ...

Page 24: ...ff AC power is applied with battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied 5 Stereo speakers 2 Produce stereo sound 6 Volume and mute buttons 3 Decrease mute and increase the system volume To decrease volume use the left button To mute or restore volume use the middle button To increase volume use the right button ...

Page 25: ...ndby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation 3 Display release latch Opens the notebook 4 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light also referred to as hard drive optical drive activity light On The internal hard drive or optical drive bay is being accessed ...

Page 26: ...low battery condition Off AC power is applied with battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied 6 Wireless On Off button Enables wireless functionality but does not create a wireless connection To set up and complete a wireless connection additional hardware and software might be required ...

Page 27: ...n the bottom of the notebook Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 3 External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector 4 Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer 5 RJ 11 jack Connects the modem cabl...

Page 28: ...tebook Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 3 External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector 4 Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer 5 RJ 11 jack select models Connects the modem cable select...

Page 29: ...o not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen 2 5 in 1 Digital Media slot and light select models Supports 5 optional digital media formats SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard SmartMedia Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro Light On Slot is accessing digital media 3 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card 4 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC ...

Page 30: ... Bay Supports optional pocket sized HP USB Digital Drive Diskette drive Supports standard 1 4 MB diskette No drive No drive is installed 7 One of 4 optical drive bay configurations CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive DVD CD RW combo drive Can write to recordable CDs but cannot write to recordable DVDs Type of drive varies by model DVD RW R and CD RW combo drive Can write to both recordable CDs and DVDs ...

Page 31: ...e of security solutions is to act as a deterrent These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen 2 PC Card slot 1 or 2 slots select models Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card 3 PC Card eject button 1 or 2 buttons select models Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot continued ...

Page 32: ... Bay Supports optional pocket sized HP USB Digital Drive Diskette drive Supports standard 1 4 MB diskette No drive No drive is installed 6 One of 4 optical drive bay configurations CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive DVD CD RW combo drive Can write to recordable CDs but cannot write to recordable DVDs Type of drive varies by model DVD RW R and CD RW combo drive Can write to both recordable CDs and DVDs ...

Page 33: ...dset or powered stereo speakers Also connects the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR 2 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional external microphone 3 USB connector Connects an optional USB device such as a printer 4 1394 connector select models Connects an optional IEEE1394 device such as a camcorder continued ...

Page 34: ...ween the notebook and an optional IrDA compliant device 6 Expansion port Connects an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base 7 RJ 45 network jack Connects an optional network cable 8 S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder overhead projector or video capture card ...

Page 35: ...lume buttons 3 and audio mute light Decrease mute and increase the system volume To decrease volume use left button To increase volume use middle button To mute or restore volume use right button Light on Audio is muted 3 Audio out headphone jack Connects an optional headphone a headset or powered stereo speakers Also connects the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR...

Page 36: ... optional IEEE 1394 device such as a camcorder 7 Infrared port select models Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA compliant device 8 Expansion port Connects an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base 9 RJ 45 network jack Connects an optional network cable S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder overhead projector or v...

Page 37: ...ting do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 4 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive 5 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots one of which is accessible for an optional 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB or 1024 MB memory module upgrade As shipped the memory slot might be filled with a replaceable ...

Page 38: ...ent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow 4 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive 5 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots one of which is accessible for an optional 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB or 1024 MB memory module upgrade As shipped the memory slot might be filled with a r...

Page 39: ...bleshoot problems with the operating system The System label affixed to the inside of the battery compartment provides regulatory information about the notebook The Product identification label affixed to the inside of the battery compartment contains the serial number S N of the notebook and a code describing the original configuration of the notebook The Modem approval label affixed to an option...

Page 40: ...ded with most notebook models Documentation Library CD Your notebook Documentation Library CD includes the following guides Hardware Guide the document you are viewing Software Guide Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide Regulatory and Safety Notices Safety Comfort Guide Troubleshooting guide Modem and Networking guide For information about using the Documentation Library CD refer to the printed S...

Page 41: ...cables select models Connects the modem to an RJ 11 telephone jack or to a country specific modem adapter 4 Country specific modem adapter included by region as required Adapts the modem cable to a non RJ 11 telephone jack 5 Japan specific outlet adapter Japan only Connects the AC adapter to a 2 prong electrical outlet Power cords and modem cables vary in appearance by region AC adapters vary by r...

Page 42: ...Hardware Guide 2 1 2 TouchPad and Keyboard Using the TouchPad The TouchPad duplicates the functions of an optional external mouse ...

Page 43: ... wait a few seconds for the cursor to stop moving Use the left and right TouchPad buttons 2 as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse Use the TouchPad scroll pad 3 as you would the arrows on the scroll bars on the edges of windows This moves the viewing area up down right and left Use the TouchPad on off button 4 to turn off the Touchpad This also turns off the TouchPad light 5 ...

Page 44: ...f the cursor continues to move after you take your finger off the TouchPad wait a few seconds for the cursor to stop moving Use the left and right TouchPad buttons 2 as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse Use the TouchPad on off button 3 to turn off the Touchpad This also turns off the TouchPad light 4 Identifying TouchPad components ...

Page 45: ...the settings you can select are TouchPad tapping which enables you to tap the TouchPad once or twice to select an object Inertial Movement which enables you to continue to scroll even though your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad Typing which prevents inadvertent tapping when typing on the keyboard Other features such as sensitivity virtual scrolling mouse trails and mouse speed preferen...

Page 46: ...Fn F5 The function keys on your keyboard might be lowercase fn f5 Hotkeys are preset combinations of the Fn key 1 and one of the function keys 2 Excluding function key F2 the icons on F1 through F12 represent the hotkey functions available on your notebook The F2 function key is not used Identifying hotkeys ...

Page 47: ...2 6 Hardware Guide TouchPad and Keyboard Identifying hotkeys ...

Page 48: ...Fn F1 Not used Fn F2 Open Microsoft Internet Explorer Fn F3 Switch display image Fn F4 Initiate Standby Fn F5 Initiate QuickLock Fn F6 Decrease screen brightness Fn F7 Increase screen brightness Fn F8 Play pause or resume an audio CD or DVD Fn F9 Stop an audio CD or DVD Fn F10 Play the previous track or chapter of an audio CD or DVD Fn F11 Play the next track of an audio CD or DVD Fn F12 ...

Page 49: ...alist for downloading the latest software driver updates and product information and for learning more about using and maintaining your notebook Press the Fn F1 hotkey to open the Help and Support Center window Open Internet Explorer Fn F3 Press the Fn F3 hotkey to open Microsoft Internet Explorer Switch Display Image Fn F4 The Fn F4 hotkey switches the image among display devices connected to the...

Page 50: ...ion of the Fn F5 hotkey called the sleep button in Windows can be changed For example the Fn F5 hotkey can be set to initiate Hibernation instead of Standby For more information about Standby Hibernation and changing the function of the Fn F5 hotkey see the Power chapter in the Software Guide on this CD Initiate QuickLock Fn F6 The QuickLock operating system security feature disables the keyboard ...

Page 51: ... CD or DVD is playing in the optical drive press the Fn F9 hotkey to pause it If you have paused an audio CD or DVD in the optical drive by pressing the Fn F9 hotkey press the Fn F9 hotkey again to resume play Stop an Audio CD or DVD Fn F10 If an audio CD or DVD is playing in the optical drive press the Fn F10 hotkey to stop it Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD Fn F11 Press the Fn F11 hotk...

Page 52: ...are applications or the Internet Identifying the Quick Launch buttons Button Name Default Assignment 1 Picture Opens My Pictures folder and then launches the default photo and imaging software application 2 Media Launches the default multimedia software application 3 Internet Opens to Microsoft Internet Explorer or to a personal Web page you can customize ...

Page 53: ...eet Button assignments can be grouped into schemes When you select a scheme only the button assignments within that scheme are active Button assignments and schemes are set up changed or deleted in the Quick Launch buttons window To reprogram a button 1 Select Start All Programs Utilities Quick Launch 2 On the Quick Launch tab select the button you want to reprogram 3 Type a label for the button a...

Page 54: ...Using the Keypad The keypad consists of 15 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad When the keypad is turned on each key on the keypad performs the functions indicated by the icon in the top right corner of the key The standard functions of the keypad keys are still available while the keypad is turned on See Turning the Keypad On and Off later in this chapter Identifying the key...

Page 55: ...2 14 Hardware Guide TouchPad and Keyboard Identifying the keypad keys ...

Page 56: ... or the num lock key on an external keypad to turn the keypad off The num lock light 2 turns on When the keypad is on or When an optional external keypad with num lock turned on is connected to the system The keypad cannot be turned on while an optional external keypad is connected to the USB connector on an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base Identifying the Fn and num lock keys and the num lock ...

Page 57: ...2 16 Hardware Guide TouchPad and Keyboard Identifying the Fn and num lock keys and the num lock light ...

Page 58: ...hen the keypad is turned off press and hold the Fn key while pressing the keypad key To make a keypad key function as a standard key while the keypad is turned on Press and hold the Fn key to type in lowercase Press and hold Fn shift to type in uppercase When the Fn key is released the keys return to their original mode Turning Num Lock Mode On or Off as You Work To turn num lock on or off on an e...

Page 59: ...xternal AC power the notebook will switch to battery power only if the AC adapter is disconnected from the notebook Keeping a battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack to charge whenever the notebook is connected to external power and also protects your work in case of a power outage On the other hand a battery pack in the notebook slowly discharges even when the notebook is powered of...

Page 60: ...pressing the power button To insert a battery pack slide the battery into the battery bay until it is seated 1 To remove a battery pack slide and hold the battery release latch 2 toward the rear of the notebook as you pull the battery pack from the battery bay 3 ÄCAUTION Do not restore power until the power Standby light turns off indicating that the notebook is in Hibernation Turn on the notebook...

Page 61: ...Battery Packs Hardware Guide 3 3 Inserting or removing the battery pack ...

Page 62: ... charges whether the notebook is powered off or in use but it charges faster when the notebook is powered off When the notebook is in use charging will take longer depending on system activity The battery light on the notebook stays on while the battery pack is charging The light turns off when the battery is fully charged Identifying the battery light Identifying the battery light ...

Page 63: ...alibrating a Battery Pack in this chapter for details Accessing the Battery Charge Display To see the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Meter If the Power Meter icon is placed on the taskbar it will change shape according to whether a battery pack or AC power is the primary power source Interpreting Battery Cha...

Page 64: ... low battery condition Identifying a Low Battery Condition When the battery pack is the only power source for the notebook and drops to 5 percent of a full charge the notebook has reached a low battery condition When this condition occurs the battery light blinks and a text warning message is displayed The Power Options utility allows you to redefine a low battery condition set audio warnings and ...

Page 65: ... Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Hibernate Make sure that the Enable Hibernate support check box is selected Resolving Low Battery Conditions ÄCAUTION If the notebook has reached a critical low battery condition and initiated Hibernation do not restore power until the power Standby light turns off indicating that the notebook is in Hibernation If external power is available...

Page 66: ...When the battery status display seems inaccurate When you observe a significant change in normal battery run time When the battery pack has not been used for one month or more How to Calibrate To calibrate a battery pack you must fully charge fully discharge and then fully recharge the battery pack Charging the Battery Pack Fully charge the battery pack when the notebook is in use To charge the ba...

Page 67: ...o fully discharge the battery pack 1 Select the Power Meter icon on the taskbar or select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes 2 Write down the 3 settings in the Plugged In column and the 3 settings in the Running on Batteries column so you can reset them after calibration 3 Select the drop down lists and set all 6 options in both columns to Never 4 Select th...

Page 68: ... the Running on Batteries column 4 Select the OK button ÄCAUTION To reenable Hibernation after calibrating the battery pack select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Hibernate and then select the Enable Hibernation check box Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings Using the battery conservation procedures and settings described in the following section extends the r...

Page 69: ...s for the display timeout To change display timeout settings select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Meter Select a short wait time from the Turn Off Monitor drop down list and then select OK For more details about using power options refer to the Power chapter in the Software Guide on the this CD Storing a Battery Pack ÄCAUTION To prevent damage to the battery p...

Page 70: ...cle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP your authorized HP or their agents In other regions refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook to contact a reseller or service provider and request information about battery pack disposal For more information about battery pack precautions and disposal and the complete text of gover...

Page 71: ...called a floppy disk drive or floppy drive Drives are often used to store or transport data Optical drives include CD and DVD drives Optical drives are used to store or transport data and to play music and movies DVD drives have a higher storage capacity than CD drives A DVD RW R and CD RW combo drive can write to both recordable CDs and recordable DVDs A DVD CD RW combo drive can write to recorda...

Page 72: ...cted to an optional Digital Bay or to a USB port with the HP USB Digital Drive cable either retracted or extended A diskette disk or disc that can be inserted or removed from a drive is referred to as a drive medium In this guide a diskette is used in a diskette drive a disk is used in a high capacity disk drive and a disc is used in an optical drive such as a CD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive Drive m...

Page 73: ...mation about preventing electrostatic damage refer to the Electrostatic Discharge section in the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Documentation Library CD Excessive force can damage drive connectors When you insert a drive use only enough force to seat the drive Handle a drive carefully Do not drop it Avoid exposing a hard drive or a diskette to devices with magnetic fields Products with...

Page 74: ...n ÄCAUTION Initiating Standby or Hibernation while playing optical drive media might stop the play or diminish the quality of the play Turn off all media before initiating Standby or Hibernation If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated when an optical drive is in use you might see a warning message Putting the computer into Hibernation or Standby might stop the playback Do you want to c...

Page 75: ...ve 3 Select Properties AutoPlay and follow the instructions on the screen Canceling AutoPlay on an Audio CD To prevent an audio CD from opening when AutoPlay is enabled press the shift key as you insert the CD Displaying the Contents of a CD or DVD If AutoPlay is disabled and the contents of a CD or DVD are not displayed when you insert it you can display the contents manually 1 Select Start Run a...

Page 76: ...rd drive Some notebook models include an optional diskette drive or an optional HP USB Digital Drive The HP USB Digital Drive can be connected to one of the USB connectors or to the optional Digital Bay An optional disk drive can also be added to the system by attaching it to one of the USB connectors or to the 1394 connector For more on connecting external devices see Chapter 6 External Device Co...

Page 77: ... IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light turns on when the internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed The light is also referred to as the hard drive optical drive activity light Identifying the IDE drive light Identifying the IDE drive light ...

Page 78: ...n the drive bezel to release the media tray and then pull the tray out until it is fully extended 2 3 Position a CD or one sided DVD over the tray spindle 3 label side up 4 Gently press on the disc near the hole until the disc snaps into place If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc to position it over the tray spindle and then press it down into position Handle the disc by the edges...

Page 79: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 9 Inserting a CD or DVD into an optical drive ...

Page 80: ...t is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 by gently pushing down on the spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces 4 Close the media tray 5 Place the disc in a protective case Removing a CD or DVD from an optical drive when power is available ...

Page 81: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 11 Removing a CD or DVD from an optical drive when power is available ...

Page 82: ...clip into the release access 1 in the front bezel of the drive 2 Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released then pull the tray out until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces 4 Close the media tray 5 Place the disc in a protective case Re...

Page 83: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 13 Removing a CD or DVD from an optical drive when power is not available ...

Page 84: ...Models To insert a diskette into a diskette drive gently slide the diskette label side up into the drive until it clicks into place The media eject button extends when the diskette is correctly inserted Identifying the media eject button on a diskette drive ...

Page 85: ...ject button on a diskette drive Removing a Diskette Select Models To remove a diskette from a diskette drive 1 Press the media eject button on the drive to eject the diskette 2 Slide the diskette from the drive 3 Place the diskette in a protective case ...

Page 86: ...ch as digital pictures music video or data files An HP USB Digital Drive can be connected to the optional Digital Bay or to the USB port An SD Memory Card must be installed in the HP USB Digital Drive before you can install the Digital Drive in your notebook Depending on your notebook model you might or might not have an SD Memory Card You can purchase SD Memory Cards from computer or electronics ...

Page 87: ...rdware Guide 4 17 Installing an Optional SD Memory Card To install an SD Memory Card into the Digital Drive 1 Remove the cap of the Digital Drive 2 Insert an SD Memory Card into the SD slot of the Digital Drive ...

Page 88: ... to the USB port with the USB cable either retracted or extended To connect the Digital Drive with the USB cable retracted 1 Ensure that you have installed an SD Memory Card into the Digital Drive 2 Insert the USB connector on the Digital Drive into the USB port on your notebook Connecting the Digital Drive to the USB port ...

Page 89: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 19 Connecting the Digital Drive to the USB port ...

Page 90: ...4 20 Hardware Guide Drives To connect the optional Digital Drive with the USB cable extended 1 Rotate the USB cable until it is fully extended Extending the USB Cable ...

Page 91: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 21 2 Insert the connector on the USB cable into the USB port on your notebook Connecting the extended USB cable to the USB Port Connecting the extended USB cable to the USB Port ...

Page 92: ... To insert an optional Digital Drive into the optional Digital Bay 1 Ensure that you have installed an SD Memory Card into the Digital Drive 2 Gently insert the Digital Drive label side up into the Digital Bay until the drive clicks into place Inserting the Digital Drive into the Digital Bay ...

Page 93: ...Drives Hardware Guide 4 23 I Inserting the Digital Drive into the Digital Bay ...

Page 94: ...ive from an Optional Digital Bay To remove the optional Digital Drive from the optional Digital Bay 1 Press the Digital Drive release button 1 to eject the Digital Drive 2 Remove the Digital Drive from the bay 2 Removing the Digital Drive from the Digital Bay ...

Page 95: ... the Digital Drive from the Digital Bay Finding Optional Drive Software Information Software you need to play CDs and DVDs is available on the notebook For more information refer to the Multimedia chapter in the Software Guide on this CD ...

Page 96: ...volume control software Volume adjustment is also available within some applications Using the Volume Buttons To adjust volume using the volume buttons To decrease volume press the left volume button 1 To increase volume press the right volume button 1 To mute or restore volume press the middle volume button 2 Identifying the volume buttons ...

Page 97: ...he Volume Control icon on the taskbar select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Volume Select the Place Volume icon in the taskbar check box To adjust volume select the icon To increase or decrease volume drag the slide bar up or down To mute or restore volume select or clear the Mute check box If you cannot see an icon you have placed on the taskbar it might be hidden Select the ...

Page 98: ... from applications the operating system games drive media the Internet and other sources If an external device such as a headset is connected to the audio out jack sometimes called the line out jack the internal speakers are disabled Identifying the internal speakers I Identifying the internal speakers ...

Page 99: ...o out jack 1 sometimes called the line out jack connects a headset headphones or external stereo speakers The audio out jack is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio video device such as a television or VCR The audio in microphone jack 2 connects a monoaural or stereo external microphone Identifying audio jacks ...

Page 100: ...rnal stereo microphone allows for stereo dual channel recordings and stereo playbacks Using sound recording application software and an external monoaural microphone allows for only monoaural single channel recordings and stereo playbacks As a result the sound will be the same on both left and right channels When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack use a microphone with a 3 5 mm plug ...

Page 101: ... or a headset ÄCAUTION To prevent possible damage to an external device do not plug a monaural plug into the audio out jack When connecting a device to the audio out jack Use only a 3 5 mm stereo plug For best sound quality use 24 ohm to 32 ohm headphones When an external audio device is connected to the audio out jack the internal speakers are disabled ...

Page 102: ...ailable from most computer or electronics retailers Plug the stereo end of the audio cable into the notebook audio out jack Plug the other end of the cable into the audio input jack on the external device Connecting the Video To transmit video signals through the S Video out jack you will need a standard S Video cable available from most computer or electronics retailers Plug either end of the S V...

Page 103: ...5 8 Hardware Guide Audio and Video Identifying the S Video out jack Identifying the S Video out jack ...

Page 104: ... before disconnecting the device from the system Changing the Color Television Format Color television formats are modes by which television video signals are sent and received To send signals between the notebook and a television both the notebook and the television must be using the same color television format The NTSC format is common in the United States Canada Japan and South Korea The PAL f...

Page 105: ... tab 2 Select the TV button and then select the Format tab 3 Select a television format either by name or by Country Region a To select a format by name select Format select a format name in the list and select the OK button b To select the default format for a region or country select Country Region select a location from the list and select the OK button 4 At the prompt restart the notebook ...

Page 106: ... manufacturer s Web site To connect a standard external device to the notebook 1 If you are connecting a powered device be sure that the device is turned off 2 Connect the device to the correct jack or connector on the notebook 3 If you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded electrical outlet 4 Turn on the device If a properly connected external monitor or other...

Page 107: ...otebook Expansion Base or to other USB devices Hubs can support several USB devices Powered hubs must be connected to external power Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB connector on the notebook or to a port on a powered hub The USB connectors support USB 2 0 and earlier devices Some USB devices might require additional support software which is usually included with the device For mo...

Page 108: ...me way as comparable non USB devices do with one exception by default USB devices do not function unless an operating system that supports USB is loaded Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional do support USB To use a USB keyboard or hub that is connected to a USB connector on the notebook during startup before Windows loads or in a non Windows application or utility enable USB legacy support ...

Page 109: ...s The infrared port supports low speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second Kbps as well as high speed connections up to 4 Mbps Infrared performance might vary according to Performance of the infrared peripheral Distance and angle between infrared devices Software applications being used Interference or obstruction between devices Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrare...

Page 110: ... optimal transmission Prepare the infrared ports on both devices for transmission The notebook infrared port is fully enabled when the notebook is turned on Position the devices so that their infrared ports face each other at a distance of no more than one meter 3 3 feet Position the ports so that they face each other directly The maximum capture angle is 30 degrees so the ports must be aligned no...

Page 111: ...t During the transmission do not move either device and do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared If the notebook is in Standby an infrared transmission cannot be initiated If Standby initiates during an infrared transmission the transmission stops To resume from Standby briefly press the power button When the notebook resumes from Standby the trans...

Page 112: ... do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen To install a security cable lock 1 Loop the security cable 1 around a secured object 2 Insert the key 2 into the cable lock 3 3 Insert the cable lock with the key inserted into the security cable slot 4 on the notebook 4 Turn the key counterclockwise and remove the key Connecting a security lock ...

Page 113: ... 8 Hardware Guide External Device Connections Connecting a security lock For more information about other security features of your notebook refer to the Security chapter in the Software Guide on this CD ...

Page 114: ...everal software programs that work with your modem Internet Explorer for browsing the World Wide Web Outlook Express for sending and receiving email messages Windows Fax Console for sending and receiving faxes For best performance you can connect to any Internet service provider ISP or modem network that has V 90 or V 92 interoperable modems Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that...

Page 115: ...cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and does not work with party lines Some of these connections might result in excess electrical voltage and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem Check your telephone line type prior to connecting your phone line ÄCAUTION Jacks for digital PBX systems might resemble RJ 11 telephone jacks but they are not compatible with the modem A modem mu...

Page 116: ...Modem and Network Connections Hardware Guide 7 3 Connecting the Modem to an RJ 11 Jack Refer to one of the following illustrations to connect an RJ 11 modem cable Connecting the RJ 11 modem cable ...

Page 117: ...7 4 Hardware Guide Modem and Network Connections Connecting the RJ 11 modem cable ...

Page 118: ...m adapter For more details about using your notebook internationally refer to the Modem and Networking guide on this CD To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ 11 telephone jack 1 Plug the modem cable into the RJ 11 jack on the notebook 1 2 Plug the modem cable into the country specific modem adapter 2 3 Plug the country specific modem adapter into the telephone j...

Page 119: ...to country Check with your telephone company When you use a modem an external surge protector can prevent notebook damage by lightning or other electrical surges Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are using the modem Changing Your Modem Settings The modem is already set up to be compatible with telephone systems and modems in most areas However in some situations ...

Page 120: ...set up specific conditions Those command strings normally start with AT To open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Select Phone and Modem Options from the left hand panel On the Modems tab select Properties You can type AT commands on the Advanced tab in the space for extra settings Connecting to a Local Area Network LAN Your notebo...

Page 121: ...nto the notebook RJ 45 jack 1 3 Plug the other end into the LAN network jack 2 4 Windows automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection To edit settings open Network Connections in Control Panel Two lights on the RJ 45 jack indicate the connection status 3 The yellow light indicates network activity The green light indicates that a link is present Connecting an RJ 45 network cable ...

Page 122: ...Start Help and Support Contact your network administrator for network information Turning a Network Connection Off and On To conserve power turn off a network connection you are not using To turn off a network connection log off the network and then disconnect the network cable To turn on a network connection connect the network cable and then log on to the network ...

Page 123: ...computers and other resources on the network not all available accessible in all countries A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical wired network but also provides for roaming To roam the notebook must be connected to the network by radio rather than through cables This connection allows you to move from place to place within the network from your office to a conference room for ...

Page 124: ... FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits human proximity to the antennae should not be less than 20 cm 8 inches during normal operation including when the notebook display is closed ...

Page 125: ...s such as Italy and Singapore might require you to purchase a license before using the wireless function Press the Wireless On Off button to enable wireless 802 11a 802 11b or 802 11g functionality This button also enables the optional Bluetooth wireless functionality However pressing the Wireless On Off button does not create a wireless connection To establish a wireless connection additional har...

Page 126: ...twork Connections Hardware Guide 7 13 Putting the notebook in Standby or Hibernation or shutting it down also turns off the wireless function Pressing the Wireless On Off button Pressing the Wireless On Off button ...

Page 127: ... wireless networking open the Windows Help and Support Center and enter wireless as a search topic This provides you with overviews tutorials articles and step by step information on setting up your wireless device To check the status of your wireless connection Select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then select the connection Checking the Wireless Connection Status If you...

Page 128: ...connections to a wireless personal area network PAN and access other Bluetooth compatible devices such as other notebooks cell phones and printers For details on how to use your notebook for Bluetooth wireless networking refer to the Bluetooth CD included with your notebook This CD will provide you with the overviews and step by step information on setting up and using your Bluetooth wireless devi...

Page 129: ...Compatible hardware upgrade information is also available online by accessing the Help and Support Center on your notebook Press Fn F1 to open the Help and Support Center window ÅWARNING The FCC does not allow unauthorized Mini PCI devices to be used in this notebook Installing a PCI device can prevent your notebook from operating properly and might result in a warning message To resume proper not...

Page 130: ...nd biometric identification PC Cards can add security Selecting a PC Card The type of PC card Type I or Type II to use in your notebook varies by model Zoomed video cards are not supported Configuring a PC Card ÄCAUTION If you install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer you might not be able to use other PC Cards If you are instructed by the documentation ...

Page 131: ...UTION To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot 1 Hold the PC Card label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 2 Gently slide the card into the slot until it is seated Inserting a PC Card ...

Page 132: ...8 4 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Inserting a PC Card ...

Page 133: ...ard even if it is not in use conserves power 1 To stop a PC Card you might need to select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the PC Card you want to stop To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon select the Show Hidden Icons icon on the taskbar 2 To release the PC Card press the PC Card eject button 1 3 Gently slide the card out 2 Removing a PC Card ...

Page 134: ...ards are removable storage devices that provide a convenient method of storing data and sharing it with other devices such as PDAs cameras and other memory card equipped PCs The 5 in 1 Digital Media slot supports the following digital media formats Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro SmartMedia ...

Page 135: ...ctors use minimal pressure when inserting a digital media card into a Digital Media slot To insert a digital media card 1 Hold the digital media card label side up finger side up for SD cards with the connectors facing the notebook 2 Slide the media card into the Digital Media slot until the card is seated Inserting a digital media card ...

Page 136: ...8 8 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Inserting a digital media card ...

Page 137: ...e removing it To remove an optional digital media card 1 Stop the card by closing all files and applications that are using it To stop a data transfer select the cancel button in the operating system Copying window 2 Push the media card in fully and then release The media card will eject 1 3 Slide the media card out of the slot 2 Removing a digital media card ...

Page 138: ...gital media card inserted into the Digital Media slot uses power even when the card is not in use Disabling the card conserves power To disable a media card Select Start My Computer Right click the drive assigned to the card and then select Eject The card is stopped but is not released from the Digital Media slot ...

Page 139: ...led memory module that can be replaced at any time Displaying Memory Information When RAM is increased the operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the Hibernation file If you experience problems with Hibernation after increasing RAM verify that your hard drive has enough free space for the larger hibernation file To display the amount of RAM in the system Select Start Control ...

Page 140: ... remove all battery packs before installing a memory module ÄCAUTION To prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging electronic components Before beginning this procedure discharge yourself of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object For more information about preventing electrostatic damage refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on this CD 1 Save your work and shut down t...

Page 141: ...Hardware Upgrades Hardware Guide 8 13 5 Turn the notebook upside down 6 Loosen the screw that secures the memory compartment cover 1 and then tilt and remove the cover 2 Opening the memory compartment ...

Page 142: ...8 14 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Opening the memory compartment ...

Page 143: ...memory module a Pull away the retention clips on each side of the module 1 The module tilts up b Grasp the edges of the memory module and gently pull it out of the memory slot 2 c To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container Removing a memory module ...

Page 144: ...8 16 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Removing a memory module ...

Page 145: ...ule a Align the keyed notched edge of the module with the keyed area in the expansion slot 1 b From a 45 degree angle press the module into the slot until it is seated 2 c Press the module down until the retention clips snap into place Inserting a memory module ...

Page 146: ...8 18 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Inserting a memory module ...

Page 147: ...rtment cover with the cover slots on the notebook 9 Tilt the cover down until it is seated 1 10 Reinsert and tighten the screw that secures the cover to the notebook 2 11 Replace the battery pack reconnect AC power and then restart the notebook Closing the memory compartment ...

Page 148: ...8 20 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Closing the memory compartment ...

Page 149: ...ess the power button If your work returns to the screen save your work exit all applications and then shut down the notebook 2 Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook 3 Disconnect the power cord or other external power source 4 Remove any battery packs in the notebook 5 Turn the notebook upside down 6 Loosen the 2 hard drive assembly retaining screws 1 and then tilt the hard driv...

Page 150: ...8 22 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Loosening the hard drive assembly retaining screws ...

Page 151: ...pgrades Hardware Guide 8 23 7 Remove the hard drive assembly from the bay 8 Remove the 4 hard drive bracket screws 1 9 Remove the hard drive from the bracket 2 Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bracket ...

Page 152: ...8 24 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bracket ...

Page 153: ...Hardware Upgrades Hardware Guide 8 25 10 Insert the new hard drive into the hard drive bracket 1 11 Replace the 4 hard drive bracket screws 2 Inserting the hard drive into the hard drive bracket ...

Page 154: ...8 26 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Inserting the hard drive into the hard drive bay ...

Page 155: ...nsert the hard drive assembly into the hard drive bay until it is seated 1 13 Tighten the 2 hard drive assembly retaining screws 2 Inserting the hard drive assembly into the hard drive bay Inserting the hard drive assembly into the hard drive bay ...

Page 156: ...8 Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades Finding More Upgrade Information For additional information about installing removing or operating an optional device refer to the documentation included with the device ...

Page 157: ... 35 C non writing optical 5 to 35 C writing 41 to 95 F optical 32 to 95 F Nonoperating 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Altitude unpressurized Operating 15 to 3 048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 to 12 192 m 50 to 40 000 ft ...

Page 158: ...ower Input Power Rating Operating voltage 100 240 VAC RMS Operating frequency range 50 to 60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18 5 Vdc 6 5 A This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms ...

Page 159: ...disposing of 3 12 inserting removing 3 2 low battery condition 3 6 recycling 3 12 storing 3 11 switching power sources 3 1 battery release latch 1 30 1 31 blackout periods modem 7 6 Bluetooth wireless 7 15 bottom components 1 30 1 31 buttons PC Card eject 1 22 1 24 8 5 power 1 9 1 10 Quick Launch 1 11 scroll 2 2 2 3 TouchPad 2 2 2 3 volume 1 9 1 10 1 17 1 28 5 1 5 2 wireless 1 13 1 19 C cable lock...

Page 160: ... 10 component location 1 1 1 2 display switch 1 9 1 10 1 17 switching image to or from 2 8 See also monitor external optional drive light 1 7 1 8 drive media affected by airport security 4 3 caring for 4 4 drives affected by airport security 4 3 caring for 4 3 CD ROM 4 1 4 2 diskette 1 23 1 25 4 14 DVD RW R and CD RW combo 4 2 DVD CD RW combo 4 2 DVD ROM 4 1 4 2 hard drive 8 21 HP USB Digital Driv...

Page 161: ...a 4 4 exiting 1 9 1 10 initiating 1 9 1 10 low battery conditions 3 7 hotkeys adjusting display brightness 2 8 2 9 2 10 entering on external keyboard 2 8 identifying 2 5 initiating Standby 2 9 media 2 10 Quick Reference 2 7 switching among displays 2 8 HP USB Digital Drives connecting to USB port 4 18 inserting into optional Digital Bay 4 22 inserting SD card 4 16 installing 4 16 hub USB 6 2 I IDE...

Page 162: ...2 1 24 lights battery 1 5 1 6 1 17 1 19 caps lock 1 7 1 8 Digital Media slot 1 8 IDE 1 7 1 8 1 16 1 18 4 7 keyboard 1 7 1 8 num lock 1 7 1 8 2 15 power 1 5 1 6 power Standby 1 5 1 6 1 16 1 18 wireless on off 1 28 7 12 line out jack See audio out jack lock security cable optional 6 7 M media hotkeys 2 10 media drive affected by airport security 4 3 caring for 4 3 4 4 displaying contents of 4 5 inse...

Page 163: ...ia 4 8 types available 4 1 using media hotkeys with 2 10 See also media drive optical drive bay configurations 1 23 1 25 overhead projector optional external monitor connector 1 20 1 21 switching display to or from 2 8 P PAL PAL M television formats 5 9 parallel connector identifying 1 20 1 21 PC Card component locations 1 22 1 24 configuring 8 2 functions 8 2 increasing RAM 8 11 inserting removin...

Page 164: ...Service Tag label 1 32 sleep button See Standby SmartMedia 8 6 software AutoPlay Autorun auto insert notification 4 5 infrared 6 4 USB support 6 3 speakers 5 3 external optional 5 4 internal stereo 1 17 1 18 Standby avoiding when playing media 4 4 avoiding with infrared 6 6 exiting 1 9 1 10 2 9 initiating 2 9 power Standby light 1 5 1 6 1 16 S Video cable connecting video 5 7 S Video out jack 1 27...

Page 165: ...1 21 1 22 1 30 1 31 video device connecting audio 5 7 S Video out jack 5 8 turning on and off 5 9 volume adjusting 5 1 W Windows applications key 1 12 1 13 Windows logo key 1 12 wireless antenna 7 10 wireless certification label 1 32 wireless device connecting LAN 7 7 turning on and off 7 12 wireless indicator light 1 28 7 12 Wireless On Off button 1 13 1 19 7 12 ...

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