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6 Security

Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–1
QuickLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–3
Setup Utility and Windows Passwords  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–3

Coordinating Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–5
Choosing a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–5

Setup Utility Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6

Setting an Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7
Entering an Administrator Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

Setup Utility Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–8

Setting a Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9
Entering a Power-On Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9

Setup Utility Device Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–10
Antivirus Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–11
Critical Security Updates for Windows XP . . . . . . . . . .  6–12
Firewall Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–13
Optional Security Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–14

7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements

Device Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1

Connecting a Powered Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–1
Connecting a USB Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–2
Connecting a 1394 Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–3
Connecting a Communication Device. . . . . . . . . . . .  7–4

Digital Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–4

Using the Digital Media Slot Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–5
Inserting a Digital Memory Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–6
Removing a Digital Memory Card  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–7

PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8

Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9
Stopping and Removing a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–10

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Summary of Contents for Pavilion DV1227

Page 1: ... HP Notebook Series Document Part Number 383160 001 May 2005 This guide explains how to identify access and use most of the hardware and software features available on your notebook Modem information is not included in this guide ...

Page 2: ...mation contained 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 and Software Guide HP Notebook S...

Page 3: ...1 8 Lights 1 9 Wireless Lights and Button Select Models Only 1 10 Wireless Antennae Select Models Only 1 11 Front Components 1 12 Speakers Jacks Display Release Button and Infrared Lens 1 12 Lights 1 13 Rear Components 1 14 Left Side Components 1 15 Ports and Jacks 1 15 PC Card Slot and Button 1 16 Vent and Security Cable Slot 1 17 Right Side Components 1 18 Ports and Jack 1 18 Digital Media Slot ...

Page 4: ...references 2 3 Hotkeys 2 5 Identifying Hotkeys 2 5 Hotkey Quick Reference 2 6 Using Hotkey Procedures 2 7 Using Hotkey Commands 2 7 Media Controls Buttons 2 13 Finding DVD and Music Button Information 2 14 Finding Media Activity Button Information 2 14 Finding Volume Button Information 2 14 Keypads 2 15 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 2 15 Using an External Numeric Keypad 2 17 3 Power Power Sour...

Page 5: ...5 Setting a Standby Password 3 16 Setting Other Power Preferences 3 16 Battery Pack 3 18 Charging a Battery Pack 3 18 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 3 19 Managing Low Battery Conditions 3 21 Calibrating a Battery Pack 3 22 Conserving Battery Pack Power 3 26 Replacing a Battery Pack 3 28 Storing a Battery Pack 3 30 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 3 30 4 Multimedia Volume Controls 4 1 Inte...

Page 6: ... WinDVD 4 15 Using Other DVD Software 4 15 Opening Default Windows Multimedia Applications 4 16 5 Wireless Select Models Only Wireless Features 5 1 Wireless Controls 5 2 802 11 Wireless Devices Select Models Only 5 3 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 5 4 Connecting to a WLAN in Your Home 5 5 Connecting to a Public WLAN 5 6 Using Wireless Security Features 5 6 Identifying an 802 11 Wireless Device 5 7...

Page 7: ...a Power On Password 6 9 Setup Utility Device Security 6 10 Antivirus Software 6 11 Critical Security Updates for Windows XP 6 12 Firewall Software 6 13 Optional Security Cable 6 14 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections 7 1 Connecting a Powered Device 7 1 Connecting a USB Device 7 2 Connecting a 1394 Device 7 3 Connecting a Communication Device 7 4 Digital Memory Cards 7 4 Using t...

Page 8: ...date 8 2 Downloading and Installing an Update 8 3 Software Recovery 8 7 Using System Restore 8 7 Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only 8 8 Setup Utility 8 9 Opening the Setup Utility 8 9 Changing the Language of the Setup Utility 8 10 Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility 8 10 Displaying System Information 8 11 Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility 8 12 Using Advanced Setup Uti...

Page 9: ...ok and the location of the wireless antennae included with select notebooks This chapter provides information on the functions and features of components when used in Microsoft Windows If using QuickPlay select models only the functionality of some components may differ Refer to the HP QuickPlay User Guide for more information ...

Page 10: ...function keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys 3 Keypad keys 15 In Windows can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad 4 Windows applications key In Windows displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Windows logo key In Windows displays the Windows Start menu The keys and buttons that can be combined with the fn key as hotkeys include the esc and function keys For info...

Page 11: ...ables the TouchPad 4 TouchPad vertical scrolling region Scrolls upward or downward 5 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of these TouchPad components refer to the Setting TouchPad Preferences section in Chapter 2 Keyboard and TouchPad ...

Page 12: ...n standby briefly press to resume from standby into Windows In hibernation briefly press to restore from hibernation into Windows If the system has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used press and hold for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook This table describes default settings For information about changing the function of the display switch or power button ref...

Page 13: ...standby resumes from standby into Windows The DVD button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows The function of the DVD button in Windows can be changed For instructions refer to the Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only section in Chapter 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software ...

Page 14: ... standby resumes from standby into Windows The music button does not affect the hibernation file or the procedure for restoring from hibernation into Windows The function of the music button in Windows can be changed For instructions refer to the Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only section in Chapter 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software ...

Page 15: ...utton to rewind 2 Play Pause button When a disc is in the optical drive and is Not playing press to play the disc Playing press to pause the disc 3 Next Fast Forward button When a disc is playing in the optical drive Press once to play the next track or chapter Press fn this button to fast forward 4 Stop button When a disc is playing in the optical drive press to stop the current disc activity suc...

Page 16: ...ponent Description 1 Volume down button Decreases system volume 2 Volume mute button Mutes or restores volume 3 Volume up button Increases system volume 4 ok button Selects an item you have chosen on the screen 5 back button Emulates the Back button on the Microsoft Internet Explorer toolbar ...

Page 17: ...ng Notebook is in standby Off Notebook is off 3 Mute light On Volume is muted 4 Num lock light On Num lock or the embedded numeric keypad is on There are 2 power standby lights Both lights display the same information The light on the power button is visible only when the notebook is open the other power standby light is always visible on the front of the notebook ...

Page 18: ...uetooth device are turned on 3 Wireless button Turns the wireless functionality on or off but does not create a wireless connection To establish a wireless connection a wireless network must already be set up For information about establishing a wireless connection refer to Chapter 5 Wireless Select Models Only There are 2 wireless lights Both lights display the same information The light on the w...

Page 19: ...less 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 be not less than 20 cm 8 inches during normal operation including when the notebook display is closed The antennae are not visible from the outside of the notebo...

Page 20: ...und 2 Consumer Infrared lens Links the notebook to an optional remote control 3 Display release button Opens the notebook 4 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional monaural single sound channel microphone 5 Audio out headphone jacks 2 Connect optional headphones or powered stereo speakers Also connect the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR ...

Page 21: ...nternal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed 3 Battery light On The battery pack is charging Blinking The battery pack has reached a low battery condition Off The battery pack is fully charged or not inserted There are 2 power standby lights Both lights display the same information The light on the power button is visible only when the notebook is open the other power standby light is ...

Page 22: ...l internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Do not allow a hard surface such as a printer or a soft surface such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing to block airflow 3 Power connector Connects the AC adapter cable There are 2 wireless lights Both lights display the same information The light on the wireless button is visible only when the notebook is open the other wirele...

Page 23: ... 2 Connects the notebook to an optional docking device 3 RJ 45 network jack Connects an optional network cable 4 RJ 11 modem jack Connects the modem cable 5 USB port Connects an optional USB device For expansion port signal information refer to the Expansion Port Input Output Signals section in Appendix A The notebook has 3 USB ports The other USB ports are on the right side of the notebook ...

Page 24: ...re Guide Component ID PC Card Slot and Button Component Description 1 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card 2 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot ...

Page 25: ... a printer or a soft surface such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing to block airflow 2 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen The notebook has 4 vents This and all other vents are visible on the bottom of the notebook One vent is ...

Page 26: ...ptional USB devices 2 1394 port Connects an optional 1394a device such as a scanner a digital camera or a digital camcorder 3 S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder projector or video capture card The notebook has 3 USB ports The other USB port is on the left side of the notebook ...

Page 27: ...digital memory card is being accessed 3 Optical drive Supports an optical disc 4 Media tray release button Opens the optical drive media tray The supported digital memory cards are Secure Digital SD Memory Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro xD Picture Card MultiMediaCard and SmartMedia SM card The type of optical drive for example a DVD ROM drive or a DVD CD RW Combo Drive varies by notebook model...

Page 28: ...sage install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country If you install an unauthorized device and then receive a warning message remove the device to restore notebook functionality Then contact Customer Care 2 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots that support replaceable memory modules The number of pr...

Page 29: ...rovide airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Do not allow a hard surface such as a printer or a soft surface such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing to block airflow 4 Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive Battery packs vary by model The notebook has 4 vents One vent is also visible on the left side of the notebook and one vent is also visible ...

Page 30: ...ption 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power 2 Power cord Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet 3 Battery pack Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power 4 Modem cable Connects a modem to an RJ 11 telephone jack or to a country specific modem adapter 5 Country specific modem adapter included by region as required Adapts the modem cable to a non RJ 11 telephone ja...

Page 31: ...tion you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the notebook Service Tag Provides the product name product number P N and serial number S N of your notebook You may need the product number and the serial number when you contact Customer Care The Service Tag label is affixed to the bottom of the notebook To display the information on the Service Tag on your sc...

Page 32: ...e memory compartment cover Wireless certification labels Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and or an optional Bluetooth device If your notebook model includes one or more wireless devices a certificate providing regulatory information about each device and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the device has been approved for use is included with your notebook ...

Page 33: ...ad This chapter provides information on the functions and features of components when used in Microsoft Windows If using QuickPlay select models only the functionality of some components may differ Refer to the HP QuickPlay User Guide for more information ...

Page 34: ...ide Keyboard and TouchPad TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components The TouchPad includes the following components 1 TouchPad 4 TouchPad vertical scrolling region 2 TouchPad light 5 Left and right TouchPad buttons 3 TouchPad button ...

Page 35: ...the scrolling region without first lifting your finger from the TouchPad and then placing it on the scrolling region will not activate the scrolling region To enable or disable the TouchPad press the TouchPad button When the TouchPad is enabled the TouchPad light is on The TouchPad is enabled when the notebook is turned on If you work with keystrokes rather than mouse actions you may prefer to dis...

Page 36: ... select the Settings button If you follow this path using an optional external mouse the TouchPad Properties window may be unavailable Among the preferences available in the TouchPad Properties window are TouchPad Tapping which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an item or twice to double click an item To access TouchPad Tapping settings select Tapping Edge Motion which sets the TouchP...

Page 37: ...nd Software Guide 2 5 Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys Hotkeys are preset combinations of the fn key 1 the esc key 2 one of the function keys 3 or the end key 4 The icons on the f1 through f12 function keys represent their hotkey functions ...

Page 38: ...enter fn f1 Opens print options window fn f2 Opens default Internet browser fn f3 Switches the image among displays fn f4 Initiates standby fn f5 Initiates QuickLock fn f6 Decreases screen brightness fn f7 Increases screen brightness fn f8 Plays pauses or resumes an audio CD or DVD fn f9 Stops an audio CD or DVD fn f10 Plays the previous track or chapter on an audio CD or DVD fn f11 Plays the next...

Page 39: ...key twice then the second key only of the hotkey combination For example to use the fn f7 command on an external keyboard press scroll lock scroll lock f7 Using Hotkey Commands Open Help and Support Center fn f1 In Windows the fn f1 hotkey opens the Help and Support Center In addition to providing information about your Windows operating system the Help and Support Center provides Information abou...

Page 40: ...otkey opens the Windows Internet Connection Wizard After you have set up your Internet or network services and your Web browser home page you can use the fn f3 hotkey to quickly access your home page and the Internet Switch Image fn f4 The fn f4 hotkey switches the image among display devices connected to the system For example if a monitor is connected to the notebook through the monitor port eac...

Page 41: ...by When standby is initiated your work is saved in random access memory RAM the screen is cleared and power is conserved While the notebook is in standby the power standby lights blink To initiate standby the notebook must be on If the notebook is in hibernation you must restore from hibernation before you can initiate standby To resume from standby briefly press the power button use the TouchPad ...

Page 42: ...use QuickLock you must set a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password For instructions refer to the Help and Support Center To access the Help and Support Center press the fn f1 hotkey or select Start Help and Support To use QuickLock press fn f6 to display the Log On window and lock the notebook Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or you...

Page 43: ...e media activity controls in your Windows video CD player application You can also control the play of an audio CD a DVD a video CD or an MP3 file by using the media activity buttons on your notebook The first 4 media control buttons control media activity The last 3 media control buttons control volume The media activity buttons are described in the Using the Media Activity Buttons section in Cha...

Page 44: ...ing Play Next Track or Chapter of an Audio CD or a DVD fn f12 The fn f12 hotkey plays the next track of an audio CD or the next chapter of a DVD that is playing Display System Information fn esc The fn esc hotkey displays information about system hardware components and software version numbers In the Windows fn esc display the version of the system BIOS basic input output system is displayed as t...

Page 45: ...e the keyboard that are labeled media controls are described in other places in this guide These buttons are identified in the following illustration Links to information about these buttons are provided later in this section 1 DVD button 3 Media activity controls 2 Volume buttons 4 Music button ...

Page 46: ...ultimedia Information about changing the Windows functions of the DVD and music button refer to the Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only section in Chapter 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software Finding Media Activity Button Information To find information about using the media activity buttons in Windows refer to the Using the Media Activity Buttons section in Chapter 4 Multimedia...

Page 47: ...k keyboard is called the embedded numeric keypad The embedded numeric keypad cannot be used while an external numeric keypad is connected to the notebook Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad When the embedded numeric keypad is turned on each keypad key performs the functions indicated by the i...

Page 48: ... the Embedded Numeric Keypad On and Off When the embedded numeric keypad is off press fn num lk 1 to turn the keypad on The num lock light 2 is turned on When the embedded numeric keypad is on press fn num lk to turn the keypad off The num lock light is turned off ...

Page 49: ...ress and hold fn shift to type with the key in uppercase Releasing fn returns a keypad key to its set function For example a keypad key returns to its keypad function if the keypad is turned on or to its standard function if the keypad is turned off Using an External Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad cannot be used while an optional external numeric keypad is connected to the notebook Mos...

Page 50: ...al numeric keypad as you work press the num lk key on the external numeric keypad not on the notebook When an external numeric keypad is turned on and is in num lock mode the num lock light on the notebook is on When an external numeric keypad is turned off or is turned on with num lock mode turned off the num lock light on the notebook is off ...

Page 51: ...chapter provides information on the functions and features of components when used in Microsoft Windows If using QuickPlay select models only the functionality of some components may differ Refer to the HP QuickPlay User Guide for more information ...

Page 52: ...ices AC adapter Optional docking device Optional combination power adapter Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook External power supplied through one of the following devices AC adapter Optional docking device Optional combination power adapter Å Do not charge the notebook battery pack onboard aircraft Charging the battery pack may damage aircraft electronic systems Install or modify s...

Page 53: ...nd you connect the notebook to external power the notebook switches to external power If the notebook is running on external power and contains a charged battery pack and you disconnect the notebook from external power the notebook switches to battery power When the notebook is in Windows a Power Meter icon is displayed by default in the taskbar The Power Meter icon changes shape whenever the powe...

Page 54: ...f these items is summarized in Chapter 1 Component ID Instructions for using these items are provided in this chapter The notebook is equipped with 2 power standby lights that display the same information The power standby lights are visible when the notebook is open or closed 1 Display switch 5 Battery light 2 Power button 6 Power standby light 3 Power standby light 7 fn f5 hotkey 4 Music button ...

Page 55: ... the screen Initiating Standby Standby can be initiated by you or by the system Initiating Standby Manually At Windows default settings closing the notebook initiates standby When you close the notebook the display presses the display switch The display switch is set by default to initiate standby For information about changing the function of the display switch in Windows refer to Setting Other P...

Page 56: ...em initiates standby after periods of notebook inactivity When the notebook is running on battery power the system initiates standby after 10 minutes of notebook inactivity If the notebook is running on external power the system initiates standby after 25 minutes of notebook inactivity For information about changing these default settings refer to the Using Power Schemes section later in this chap...

Page 57: ...standby and power button lights are turned off When you restore from hibernation your work is returned to the screen Restoring from hibernation takes a little longer than resuming from standby but is much faster than returning to your place manually after restarting the notebook in Windows Initiating Hibernation When the notebook is in Windows at default settings hibernation can be initiated by yo...

Page 58: ...ese default settings refer to the Using Power Schemes section later in this chapter For more information about low battery conditions refer to the Managing Low Battery Conditions section later in this chapter Restoring from Hibernation To restore from hibernation press the power button Determining Whether the Notebook Is Off or in Hibernation To determine whether the notebook is turned off or in h...

Page 59: ...power conservation The amount of time a battery pack can support standby or hibernation or hold a charge varies by notebook configuration and the condition of the battery pack Standby requires more power than hibernation If you plan to resume within 2 weeks Shut down the notebook from Windows If possible connect the notebook to external power to keep an inserted battery pack fully charged If the n...

Page 60: ...ay resume or you may need to restart the drive medium or The playback may stop and the screen may clear To resume your work press the power button and then restart the medium Standby Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures This section explains the default standby hibernation and shutdown procedures and includes information about turning the display on or off For information about changing the Windows...

Page 61: ...ads Shut down the notebook from Windows In Windows XP Home select Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off In Windows XP Professional select Start Turn Off Computer Shut down OK Power standby lights are turned off The Windows operating system shuts down Notebook is turned off If the system is unresponsive and you are unable to shut down the notebook with this procedure refer to the Using Emergency Turn Of...

Page 62: ...e standby from Windows No action is required The system initiates standby After 10 minutes of inactivity while running on battery power After 25 minutes of inactivity while running on external power Power standby lights blink Screen is cleared Resume from standby into Windows Use any of the following procedures Briefly press the power button Use the TouchPad Press any key on the keyboard Press the...

Page 63: ...art Turn Off Computer Then hold down shift as you select the Stand By button In Windows XP Professional select Start Turn Off Computer Hibernate If Hibernate is not displayed press the down arrow and then select Hibernate from the drop down list Power standby lights are turned off Screen is cleared Allow the system to initiate hibernation from Windows No action is required If the notebook is runni...

Page 64: ...y be called the Shut Down button depending on your network connections Task Procedure Results Restore from hibernation Briefly press the power button Power standby lights are turned on Your work is returned to the screen Depending on your network connections the Turn Off Computer button may be called the Shut Down button If the system initiated hibernation because of a critical low battery conditi...

Page 65: ...rnal power and remove the battery pack For battery pack removal instructions refer to the Replacing a Battery Pack section later in this chapter Power Preferences Using Power Schemes You can set and use power schemes only when the notebook is in Windows A power scheme controls the amount of power the notebook uses while running on external power or on a battery pack and also sets the notebook to i...

Page 66: ... from standby 4 Select OK For information about other passwords and security features refer to Chapter 6 Security Setting Other Power Preferences You can change the Windows function of the power button the fn f5 hotkey and the display switch At the default settings for the fn f5 hotkey power button and display switch when the notebook is on in Windows Briefly pressing the power button initiates hi...

Page 67: ...the function of the display switch when you close the display select a function from the drop down list for When I close the lid of my portable computer The function of the display switch when you open the display is unaffected by these settings When you open the display while the notebook is in standby the display switch turns on the notebook 2 Select OK The Hibernate function is available in the...

Page 68: ...you are charging an in use battery pack Allow the battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it When you charge the battery pack charge it fully A battery pack inserted in the notebook charges whenever the notebook is connected to external power through an AC adapter an optional docking device or an optional combination power adapter A battery...

Page 69: ...e Charge in a Battery Pack Obtaining Accurate Charge Reports To increase the accuracy of battery charge reports Allow a battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it When you charge a battery pack charge it fully The charge in even a new battery pack may be reported inaccurately until the battery pack has been fully charged at least once If a ...

Page 70: ... the Power Meter icon if the default setting has been changed Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Select the Advanced tab select the Always show icon on the taskbar check box and then select OK Power Meter displays battery status in both percent and time The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack The time indicates the approximate runn...

Page 71: ...e battery light blinks If a low battery condition is not resolved and the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack continues to drop the notebook eventually enters a critical low battery condition When the notebook is in Windows or standby and enters a critical low battery condition If hibernation is enabled the system initiates hibernation Some unsaved work may be lost If hibernation is dis...

Page 72: ...notebook or initiate hibernation insert the charged battery pack and then turn on the notebook If no power source is available save your work and initiate hibernation or shut down the notebook Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used calibration should be necessary only once a month You do not have to calibrate a new battery pack before first use Calibrat...

Page 73: ...er How to Calibrate To calibrate a battery pack you must fully charge fully discharge and then fully recharge the battery pack while the notebook is in Windows Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack while the notebook is on To charge the battery pack ÅWARNING Do not charge the notebook battery pack onboard aircraft Charging the battery pack may damage aircraft electronic systems 1 Inser...

Page 74: ...he discharge Any unsaved work from your current session will be lost when the battery pack is fully discharged and the notebook is shut down The system will not turn off a connected optional monitor The system will not decrease hard drive speed while the notebook is idle System initiated standby will not occur To fully discharge the battery pack 1 Disable hibernation To disable hibernation Select ...

Page 75: ...charge faster if the notebook is turned off 2 If the notebook is turned off turn on the notebook after the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is off 3 Display the settings on the Power Schemes table To access the Power Schemes tab Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab 4 Reenter the settings you recorded earlier for the items in the ...

Page 76: ...nnect any external devices from the notebook that are not plugged into an external power source Stop or remove an inserted PC Card Disable or remove an inserted digital memory card Turn off a device connected to the S Video out jack Use optional externally powered speakers instead of the internal speakers whenever possible When you must use the internal speakers minimize system volume Volume can b...

Page 77: ... short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion To select a screen saver and a screen saver wait time Select Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Screen Saver tab and then follow the instructions on the screen Select or create a power scheme that minimizes power use For more information about using power schemes refer to the Using Power Sche...

Page 78: ...te hibernation do not begin the following procedure until the power standby lights are turned off indicating that hibernation is complete Removing a Battery Pack Although battery packs vary by model the removal procedure is the same for all models To remove a battery pack 1 Turn the notebook upside down 2 Slide the battery release latch 1 to release the battery pack 3 Pull the battery pack out of ...

Page 79: ...ck Although battery packs vary by model the insertion procedure is the same for all models To insert a battery pack 1 Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface 2 Insert the battery pack into the battery bay 1 and rotate the battery pack 2 until it is seated ...

Page 80: ...en stored for one month or more before using it Disposing of a Used Battery Pack ÅWARNING To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble crush or puncture a battery pack short the external contacts on a battery pack or dispose of a battery pack in fire or water Do not expose a battery pack to high temperatures above 60 C 140 F Replace only with the HP battery pack approved for this compute...

Page 81: ...the HP QuickPlay User Guide for more information Volume Controls You can adjust volume with the volume buttons on the notebook Instructions are provided later in this section The volume mute button on the notebook overrides all software volume settings You can also adjust volume by using the volume control software available in the Windows operating system and in some Windows multimedia applicatio...

Page 82: ...When volume is muted the mute light on the volume mute button is turned on When volume is restored the mute light is turned off To access the Windows volume controls select Start Control Panel Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Sounds and Audio Devices and then select the Volume tab To access additional sound quality settings such as balance select the Advanced button in the Device volume pane To dis...

Page 83: ...kers The internal speakers identified in the following illustration play sound in stereo games drive media the Internet and other sources If an external device such as headphones is connected to an audio out headphone jack the internal speakers are disabled ...

Page 84: ...ack can be used only when the notebook is in Windows The audio in jack identified in the following illustration connects an optional monaural single sound channel microphone It is recommended that you use an electret condenser microphone with a 3 5 mm plug If you connect a dynamic microphone the recommended sensitivity may not be achieved ...

Page 85: ...eadphones or externally powered stereo speakers An audio out jack is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio video device such as a television or VCR The notebook is set by default to transmit analog audio signals through the audio out headphone jack The notebook can also transmit S PDIF digital audio signals through the audio out jacks To transmit S PDIF signals to an external device...

Page 86: ...t is enabled on the Player Setup menu Connecting the Audio The S Video out jack supports video signals only If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your television you need a standard 3 5 mm audio cable available from most computer or electronics retailers Plug the stereo end of the audio cable ...

Page 87: ...S Video out jack you need a standard S Video cable available from most computer or electronics retailers To connect the S Video cable 1 Plug one end of the S Video cable into the notebook S Video out jack illustrated below 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the S Video in jack on the external device ...

Page 88: ... using the following disc activity controls Media activity buttons The 4 media activity buttons on your notebook provide quick disc control These buttons also control the activity of selections on the music mode Playlist For more information about these buttons refer to the Using the Media Activity Buttons section next in this chapter Windows multimedia software Some Windows multimedia application...

Page 89: ...rol the play of a CD or DVD To skip to the previous selection press the previous rewind button 1 To play or pause a selection press the play pause button 2 To skip to the next selection press the next fast forward button 3 To stop the current media activity such as playing or rewinding press the stop button 4 ...

Page 90: ...o prevent the loss of playback while the notebook is in Windows do not initiate standby or hibernation while playing a disc If standby or hibernation is initiated while a disc is in use you may see the warning message Putting the computer into Hibernation or Standby might stop the playback Do you want to continue If this message is displayed select No After you select No Playback may resume or Pla...

Page 91: ...n disc Instead copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive and then copy from your hard drive to the destination disc Do not use the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while the notebook is writing to a disc The write process is sensitive to vibration Multimedia Software The multimedia software included with your notebook is determined by your region and notebook model The foll...

Page 92: ...p www hp com InterVideo WinDVD Creator Plus Provides the ability to create edit and burn movies to a DVD or video CD This software is located on the InterVideo WinDVD Creator CD included with select notebooks Sonic RecordNow Enables you to create copies of data and audio CDs and DVDs and create personalized audio CDs and DVDs RecordNow is preinstalled on select notebooks For more information about...

Page 93: ...eliable AC outlet 2 Close any open applications 3 Insert the CD into the optical drive If autorun is enabled an installation wizard is displayed If autorun is disabled a Select Start Run b Enter x setup exe where x is your CD drive designation c Select OK 4 When the installation wizard is displayed follow the installation instructions on the screen 5 Restart the notebook if prompted Repeat the ins...

Page 94: ...omes the permanent region setting on the DVD drive The number of allowable region changes remaining on the drive is displayed in the Remaining Times Until Permanent field in the WinDVD window The number in the field includes the fifth and permanent change Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes The region codes help protect copyrights internationally You can play a DVD c...

Page 95: ...on the DVD Region tab 4 Select OK For additional information refer to the Windows operating system Help and Support Using WinDVD To change the region settings on a drive using WinDVD 1 Open WinDVD through one of the following methods Select the WinDVD Player icon on the notification area Select Start All Programs InterVideo WinDVD InterVideo WinDVD 2 Right click the WinDVD player window 3 Select S...

Page 96: ...ton in Windows or to change the default DVD player or music player application refer to the Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only section in Chapter 8 Software Updates and Recovery and System Software The DVD button and the music button have other functions when the notebook is off or in hibernation For summary of DVD button functions refer to the DVD Button section in Chapter 1 Component ID For...

Page 97: ...ess local area networks WLANs in corporate offices your home and public places such as airports restaurants coffee shops hotels and universities Hotspots are public places where you can access a wireless network Contact your Internet service provider ISP or search the Web for a list of hotspots near you A Bluetooth wireless notebook can connect to other Bluetooth wireless enabled devices such as n...

Page 98: ...tration shows the wireless button 1 and wireless light 2 In addition to the wireless button and wireless lights your wireless notebook may have the following software controls to turn on turn off enable and disable your wireless devices Wireless Control Description Wireless Assistant utility select models only Enables you to turn on and off 802 11 and Bluetooth wireless devices individually For mo...

Page 99: ... a printer and files without additional pieces of hardware or software The terms wireless access point and wireless router are often used interchangeably There are 3 popular implementations of 802 11 wireless devices 802 11b 802 11b g 802 11a b g Computers with 802 11 wireless devices may support 1 or more of 3 industry standards 802 11b the first popular standard supports data rates of up to 11 M...

Page 100: ...d high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP A wireless router purchased separately 2 Your wireless notebook 3 which varies in appearance by model The illustration below shows an example of a completed wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet As your network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to acce...

Page 101: ...bout turning on a wireless device refer to Wireless Device Power States Verify that your router is correctly installed and configured For instructions refer to your router documentation Use the Wireless Network Connection feature of Microsoft Windows XP to connect your notebook to the WLAN For additional information about this feature select Start Help and Support Functional range for subsequent W...

Page 102: ...ecurity Features When you set up your home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN always ensure that security features are protecting the WLAN If you do not enable security on your WLAN an unauthorized wireless user can access your data and use your Internet connection without your knowledge The most common security levels are Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP In...

Page 103: ... Right click in the My Computer window c Select Properties Hardware tab Device Manager Network Adapters 2 Identify the 802 11 wireless device from the list that is displayed The listing for an 802 11 wireless device includes the term wireless LAN WLAN or 802 11 If no 802 11 wireless device is listed either your notebook does not have an integrated 802 11 wireless device or the driver for the 802 1...

Page 104: ...owing functions Personal Information Management PIM item transfer Enables the exchange of information files such as business cards calendar items notes and message items between Bluetooth computers or devices PIM synchronization Synchronizes PIM data between a Bluetooth wireless device and a notebook PDA or cell phone using Bluetooth File Transfer Enables the exchange of files between Bluetooth co...

Page 105: ...on between a Bluetooth enabled camera and other Bluetooth devices The camera can be controlled remotely by a notebook and images can be transferred from a camera to be stored on a notebook or to be printed Human interface device Provides a wireless connection to other Bluetooth devices such as keyboards pointing devices gaming devices and remote monitoring devices Fax Provides a Bluetooth connecti...

Page 106: ...s devices in conjunction with the Wireless Assistant software utility By default any 802 11 or Bluetooth wireless device and the wireless light 2 are turned on when you turn on the notebook Turning on a wireless device does not automatically connect your notebook to a WLAN For information on setting up a WLAN refer to 802 11 Wireless Devices Select Models Only ...

Page 107: ...y When the wireless devices are disabled you must enable them before you can turn them on or off with Wireless Assistant To view the state of the wireless devices place the pointer over the Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area or open Wireless Assistant by double clicking the icon in the notification area Wireless Assistant refers to an 802 11 wireless device as WLAN and Wireless LAN W...

Page 108: ...the wireless button disables both devices It does not turn on the devices Wireless Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are disabled Wireless light is off You want to turn on one or both devices 1 Press the wireless button The devices return to their previous on or off state 2 If the wireless devices are turned off right click the Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area 3 Select t...

Page 109: ... Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are turned off Wireless light is off You want to disable both devices Press the wireless button Wireless Assistant shows that one device is turned on and the other device is turned off Wireless light is on You want to disable both devices Press the wireless button You want to turn off the device that is on 1 Right click the Wireless Assistant icon in t...

Page 110: ...d data from a variety of risks Depending on how and where you use your notebook some security features may be unnecessary It is recommended that you follow the procedures described later in this guide for using Antivirus software Windows updates Firewall software In addition to the Windows operating system security measures the following table may help you decide which other security features to u...

Page 111: ...e Unauthorized access to data Firewall software Windows updates Unauthorized access to the Setup utility BIOS settings and other system identification information Administrator password in the Setup utility Unauthorized removal of the notebook Security cable slot used with an optional security cable For additional information on the security cable slot refer to Optional Security Cable The Setup ut...

Page 112: ...ssword or Windows administrator password Setup Utility and Windows Passwords Most security features use passwords Whenever you set a password write down the password and store it in a secure location away from the notebook Setup utility security features and Windows operating system security features function independently For example a device disabled in the Setup utility cannot be enabled in Win...

Page 113: ...ribes their functions For additional information about Windows passwords such as screen saver passwords select Start Help and Support Setup Utility Passwords Function Administrator password Protects access to the Setup utility Power on password Protects access to the notebook contents when the notebook is turned on restarted or restored from hibernation Windows Passwords Function Administrator pas...

Page 114: ...ws password must be entered when the notebook is turned on restarted or restored from hibernation If a Windows standby password is set the Windows standby password not a Setup utility power on password must be entered when the notebook is resumed from standby or restored from hibernation Choosing a Password The same password used for a Setup utility password can be used for another Setup utility p...

Page 115: ... utility The administrator password Is not interchangeable with a Windows administrator password although both passwords can be identical Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same keys For example an administrator password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with embedded numeric keypad number keys Can...

Page 116: ...enter To set an administrator password type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To change an administrator password type your current password in the Enter Current Password field type the new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To delete an administrator password type your current password ...

Page 117: ...d The Setup utility power on password prevents unauthorized use of the notebook After this password is set it must be entered each time the notebook is turned on restarted or restored from hibernation A power on password Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same keys For example a power on password set with keyboard number keys will not be recog...

Page 118: ...change a power on password type the current password in the Enter Current Password field type the new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields and then press enter To delete a power on password type the current password in the Enter Current Password field and then press enter 4 times 3 To save your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the instr...

Page 119: ... displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Select Security Device Security and then press enter 3 Use the arrow keys to select an item Then To disable an item press f5 or f6 to toggle the field for the item to Disable and then press enter To reenable an item press f5 or f6 to toggle the field for the item to Enable and then press enter 4 When a confirmation prompt with your preference sel...

Page 120: ...d in most cases repair damage they have caused To protect your notebook against viruses it is recommended that you use antivirus software To provide protection against newly discovered viruses the antivirus software must be updated Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on the notebook For more information about using and updating the Norton AntiVirus software Select Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus ...

Page 121: ...d To update your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc 1 Insert the disc into the drive The disc automatically runs the installation application 2 Follow the on screen instructions to install all updates This could take several minutes 3 Remove the disc Additional updates to your operating system and other software included on your notebook may have become available after ...

Page 122: ...eatures such as logging and reporting automatic alarms and user interfaces for configuring the firewall Your notebook comes with preinstalled firewall software Refer to the firewall documentation or contact the firewall manufacturer Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games interfere with printer or file sharing on a network or block authorized e mail attachments To te...

Page 123: ... as deterrents These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen To install a security cable 1 Loop the security cable around a secured object 2 Insert the key 1 into the cable lock 2 3 Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot 3 and then lock the cable lock with the key ...

Page 124: ...the device manufacturer 3 Plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet 4 Turn on the device If an optional monitor that is properly connected to the monitor port does not display an image try pressing the fn f4 hotkey to switch the image to the monitor For more information about image switching refer to the Switch Image fn f4 section in Chapter 2 Keyboard and TouchPad To disconnect a power...

Page 125: ...notebook or an optional docking device A hub is a connecting device that can be either powered or unpowered USB hubs can be connected to a USB port on the notebook or to other hubs Hubs support varying numbers of USB devices and are used to increase the number of USB devices in the system Powered hubs must be connected to external power Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB port on the ...

Page 126: ...connect a high speed multimedia or data storage device to the notebook Scanners digital cameras and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection You may have to load device specific drivers and other software before using some 1394 devices For information about device specific software refer to the device documentation or to the Web site of the device manufacturer or provider The notebook 13...

Page 127: ... utility provides communication information that includes instructions tutorials and wizards that can help you set up or troubleshoot a variety of connections Digital Memory Cards A digital memory card can be used only when the notebook is in Windows Digital memory cards are often used for digital storage on cameras camcorders and other handheld devices The Digital Media Slot in the notebook can s...

Page 128: ...5 Using the Digital Media Slot Light The Digital Media Slot light is turned on when an inserted digital memory card is being accessed The Digital Media Slot light is turned off when an inserted digital memory card is inactive or when the Digital Media Slot is vacant ...

Page 129: ...g a digital memory card into the Digital Media Slot Do not move or transport the notebook while a digital memory card is inserted in the Digital Media Slot To insert a digital memory card 1 Hold the card label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 2 Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated The card will extend outward slightly beyond the notebook ...

Page 130: ...ns and complete all activities that are using the card To stop a data transfer select the cancel button in the Windows Copying window 2 Select the My Computer icon on the Windows Desktop 3 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 4 Slide the card out of the slot ...

Page 131: ...or digital camera functions to the notebook The notebook PC Card slot supports one Type I or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card ÄCAUTION To preserve support for all PC Cards do not install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a single PC Card manufacturer If you are instructed by the documentation included with a PC Card to install device drivers Install only the device dri...

Page 132: ...event damage to the PC Card connectors Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted 1 Hold the PC Card label side up with the connectors facing the notebook 2 Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated ...

Page 133: ...e supported by the PC Card Then To stop the PC Card select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar and then select the PC Card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon right click the taskbar select Properties clear the Hide inactive icons check box and then select OK To remove the PC Card stop the PC Card as described above and then proceed to step 2 2 Press the PC Card eject button 1 Yo...

Page 134: ...notebook model An optional drive can be added to the system by connecting it as instructed in the drive documentation to one of the USB ports or to the 1394 port Hard drive capacity can also be added with a microdrive PC Card or a digital memory card such as a Secure Digital SD Memory Card Using the IDE Drive Light Internal hard drive or optical drive activity is indicated by the IDE Integrated Dr...

Page 135: ...ic Discharge chapter in Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 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 magnetic fields include video and audio tape erasure products monitors and speakers Security devices wit...

Page 136: ...e all open applications and shut down the notebook If you are unsure whether the notebook is off or in hibernation turn the notebook on in Windows and then shut it down through the Windows operating system Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack For battery pack removal instructions refer to the Replacing a B...

Page 137: ...drive cover and expose the hard drive tab 1 slide the cover 2 slightly toward the left and then lift the cover upward and away from the notebook 4 To remove the hard drive pull upward on the hard drive tab 1 to release the hard drive and then lift the hard drive 2 out of the hard drive bay ...

Page 138: ... drive tilt the connector edge of the hard drive 1 downward and then lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay until it is seated 2 6 Replace the hard drive cover a Place the cover 1 over the hard drive bay b Slide the cover slightly toward the right side of the notebook until the cover is seated 2 ...

Page 139: ...7 16 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 7 Tighten the 2 hard drive security screws ...

Page 140: ... system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file Before you increase RAM it is recommended that you verify that your hard drive has enough free space for the larger hibernation file To display the amount of RAM in the system In Windows select Start Help and Support To display both the amount of free space on your hard drive and the amount of space required by the hibernatio...

Page 141: ...ng 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 Electrostatic Discharge chapter in Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 1 Save your work and close all open applications ...

Page 142: ...Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware and Software Guide 7 19 6 Turn the notebook upside down 7 Loosen the 2 memory compartment screws 1 and then lift up and remove the memory compartment cover 2 ...

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

Page 144: ...into a vacant memory compartment insert the module into the lower slot The illustration below shows a memory module being inserted into the second slot of a memory compartment that already contains a memory module b With the module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory compartment press the module into the memory slot until it is seated 2 c Push the module downward until the retentio...

Page 145: ... align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook and then slide the cover over the memory compartment until it is seated 1 10 Tighten the 2 memory compartment screws 2 11 Replace the battery pack reconnect the notebook to external power and then restart the notebook ...

Page 146: ...r instructions refer to Using System Restore later in this chapter You may find that the easiest way to update the software provided with your notebook is to use the software update links provided at Start Help and Support If you prefer to work from more detailed instructions the supplementary information in the following sections may help you to 1 Prepare for any update by identifying your notebo...

Page 147: ...e Tag label affixed to the bottom of the notebook Accessing Notebook ROM Information To determine whether an available ROM update is a later ROM version than the ROM version currently installed on the notebook you need to know the version of the currently installed ROM To display ROM information from within Windows press the fn esc hotkey In the fn esc display the version of the system BIOS basic ...

Page 148: ...without changing any settings use the arrow keys to select the Exit menu Exit Discarding Changes and then press enter The notebook restarts in Windows Downloading and Installing an Update Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs Some ROM updates may be packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs Most download packages contain a file named Readme txt A Readme...

Page 149: ...cable or cord Downloading a ROM Update 1 Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for your notebook Select Start Help and Support and then select a software update link or Visit the HP Web Site http www hp com support 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your notebook and access the ROM update you want to download 3 At the download area a Record the date name or oth...

Page 150: ...older on your hard drive containing the update 3 To begin the installation open the folder and then double click the file with an exe extension for example Filename exe The ROM update installation begins 4 To complete the installation follow the instructions on the screen After a message on the screen reports a successful installation you can delete the downloaded file from the destination folder ...

Page 151: ...dows Explorer 5 In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window select My Computer your hard drive designation which is typically Local Disk C SWSetup The destination folder for most downloads from the HP Web site is the SWSetup folder If you don t see the download in the SWSetup folder look in the My Documents folder 6 In the destination folder select the name or number of the software package yo...

Page 152: ...u change your personal settings or add software or hardware Manually setting additional restore points provides additional protection for your system files and settings It is recommended that you manually set restore points Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware Periodically whenever the system is performing optimally Restoring to any restore point does not affect your data file...

Page 153: ...Select Start Help and Support System Restore 3 Select Restore my computer to an earlier time and then follow the instructions on the screen Quick Launch Buttons Select Models Only Quick Launch buttons enable you to use one keystroke to access a software application A Quick Launch button can be reassigned to an Internet or network destinations or to any software application or data file For example...

Page 154: ...tion document folder or Web site for the button you want to reprogram Setup Utility The Setup utility is a ROM based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is not working or will not load The utility reports information about the notebook and provides settings for startup security and other preferences Step by step instructions for setting sp...

Page 155: ...nter 4 When a confirmation prompt with your preference selected is displayed press enter to save your preference 5 To set your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the instructions on the screen Your preferences are in effect when the notebook restarts in Windows Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup utility is not Windows based it does not sup...

Page 156: ...indows and then press f10 while the prompt Press F10 to enter setup is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Access the system information on the Main and Advanced menus To display most of the system information available in the Setup utility use the arrow keys to select the Main menu To display video memory information use the arrow keys to select the Advanced menu 3 To close the Set...

Page 157: ...rt the notebook in Windows and then press f10 while the prompt Press F10 to enter setup is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen 2 Select Exit Load Setup Defaults and then press f10 3 When the Setup Confirmation is displayed press enter to save your preferences 4 To set your preferences and exit the Setup utility press f10 and then follow the instructions on the screen The Setup utility...

Page 158: ...lect Start Help and Support The Setup utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self test a Network Service Boot and settings for boot order preferences The F12 to boot from LAN message that is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen each time the notebook is started or restarted in Windows or restored from hibernation is the prompt for a Network Service Boot The ...

Page 159: ...urn to the menu display Then use arrow keys to select the Exit menu Exit Saving Changes and then press enter When you use the f10 procedure you are offered an option to return to the Setup utility When you use the Exit Saving Changes procedure the Setup utility closes when you press enter To close the Setup utility without saving your changes from the current session If the Setup utility menus are...

Page 160: ...or transport the notebook in extreme environments Factor Metric U S Temperature Operating 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Nonoperating 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 15 m to 12 192 m 50 ft to 40 000 ft ...

Page 161: ...the notebook can be powered from a stand alone DC power source it is strongly recommended that the notebook be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied with or approved for an HP notebook The notebook is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 230V Input Powe...

Page 162: ... 2 is illustrated in the Left Side Components section of Chapter 1 Component ID The following table identifies the input and output signals supported by the Expansion Port 2 on your notebook Feature Support USB 2 0 Yes 10 100 Ethernet Yes Gigabit Ethernet No IEEE 1394 4 pin port Yes Consumer IR for optional remote control only Yes Power inputs 90 135W maximum Composite TV Yes S Video TV Yes Compon...

Page 163: ...phone jacks connecting 4 5 identifying 1 12 B back button 1 8 base docking See docking device battery bay 1 21 1 23 battery light displaying charge status 3 19 3 21 identifying 1 13 3 4 battery pack battery power vs AC power 3 2 calibrating 3 22 charging 3 18 conserving power 3 26 diagnostic information 8 11 disposing of 3 30 identifying 1 22 inserting 3 29 low battery conditions 3 21 monitoring c...

Page 164: ... 1 22 network 1 15 S Video 4 6 See also power cord calibration battery 3 22 camcorder connecting 7 3 camera connecting 7 3 caps lock light 1 9 card and socket services PC Card 7 8 card See digital memory cards memory PC Card category view Windows 2 4 CDs audio hotkeys 2 11 copying 4 11 creating 4 11 playing 4 10 writing to 4 11 Certificate of Authenticity label 1 23 classic view Windows 2 4 combin...

Page 165: ...8 See also display switch docking device docking undocking while using disc diskette 4 10 expansionportonnotebook 1 15 monitor port 2 8 USB support 7 2 docking device as power source 3 2 drives adding to system 7 11 affected by airport security 7 12 avoiding standby and hibernation while using discs diskettes 3 10 4 10 caring for 7 12 IDE drive light 7 11 shipping 7 12 USB 7 2 See also CDs DVDs ha...

Page 166: ...onnecting 4 5 identifying 1 12 headphones 4 5 Help and Support Center 2 7 hibernation avoiding when using discs diskettes 3 10 4 10 defined 3 7 enabling disabling 3 9 identifying 7 13 initiated during critical low battery condition 3 21 initiating 3 7 3 13 restoring from 3 8 3 14 setting preferences 3 15 when to use 3 7 hibernation file function 3 7 space required 7 17 hotkey commands access Help ...

Page 167: ... 1 12 4 5 RJ 11 modem 1 15 RJ 45 network 1 15 S Video out 1 18 4 6 See also connectors ports K keyboard external 2 7 keypad embedded numeric identifying 1 2 2 15 procedures 2 16 keypad external numeric 2 17 keys fn 1 2 function f1 f2 etc 1 2 hotkeys 1 2 2 5 keypad 1 2 2 15 num lock 2 16 scroll lock 2 7 shift 2 17 3 13 Windows applications 1 2 Windows logo 1 2 See also buttons display switch L labe...

Page 168: ...rosoft Certificate of Authenticity label 1 23 Mini PCI compartment 1 20 1 24 model identifying notebook 2 7 8 2 modem RJ 11 jack 1 15 Modem Approval label 1 24 modem cable 1 22 modem country specific adapter 1 22 monitor connecting 7 1 switching image 2 8 7 1 monitor port 1 15 mouse external setting preferences 2 3 USB 7 2 MultiMediaCard 1 19 7 4 music button function summary 1 6 opening windows m...

Page 169: ...etup utility 6 3 standby 3 16 6 4 user 6 4 Windows 6 3 Windows administrator 2 10 Windows user 2 10 PC Card configuring 7 8 inserting removing 7 9 stopping 7 10 types supported 7 8 PC Card eject button 1 16 7 10 PC Card slot 1 16 7 9 play pause button 1 7 4 9 pointing device 2 3 ports 1394 1 18 7 3 Expansion Port 2 1 15 external monitor 1 15 2 8 USB 1 15 1 18 7 2 See also connectors infrared lens ...

Page 170: ... 7 projector connecting 1 15 7 1 switching image 2 8 PXE server 8 13 Q Quick Launch buttons 8 8 QuickLock 2 10 6 3 R RAM random access memory 7 17 regulatory information Modem Approval label 1 24 Regulatory label 1 23 wireless certification labels 1 24 reinstalling or repairing software System Restore 8 7 release latch battery pack 1 21 3 28 reset emergency shutdown procedures 3 14 restore point 8...

Page 171: ...unction 3 13 shutdown procedures 3 11 sleep button 2 10 slots Digital Media Slot 1 19 memory 7 17 PC Card 1 16 security cable 1 17 SmartMedia SM card 1 19 7 4 socket services PC Card 7 8 SoftPaq 8 3 8 5 software antivirus 6 11 firewall 6 2 6 13 Internet Connection Wizard 2 8 Power Meter 3 20 ROMPaq 8 3 security features 6 1 Setup utility 8 9 SoftPaq 8 3 System Restore 8 7 updating 8 1 speakers ext...

Page 172: ...e specifications A 1 storage battery pack 3 30 1394 devices connecting 7 3 1394 port identifying 1 18 TouchPad 1 3 2 2 traveling with notebook battery pack temperature considerations 3 30 environmental specifications A 1 Modem Approval label 1 24 wireless certification labels 1 24 turning off notebook 3 11 3 14 turning on notebook 3 11 tutorials 2 7 7 4 U unresponsive system emergency shutdown pro...

Page 173: ...ng 4 2 W Windows applications key 1 2 Windows category vs Windows classic view 2 4 Windows firewall 6 2 Windows logo key 1 2 Windows passwords 6 4 wireless button 1 10 wireless certification label 1 24 wireless device antennae 1 11 wireless LAN device 1 10 1 14 1 20 wireless light 1 10 1 14 WLAN label 1 24 X xD Picture Card 1 19 7 4 ...

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