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HP TC1100 - Compaq Tablet PC, Hardware And Software Manual

The HP TC1100 - Compaq Tablet PC is a versatile device that combines the convenience of a tablet with the productivity of a laptop. To ensure your device remains in top condition, it's important to have the Maintenance And Service Manual on hand. Download this comprehensive manual for free from manualshive.com, your ultimate destination for user manuals.

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Hardware and Software Guide

6–9

Optional External Devices

The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard 
external devices.

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For information about which jack or port to use, refer to the 
documentation included with the device.

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For information about installing or loading any software 
required by the device, such as drivers, refer to the 
documentation included with the device.

To connect a standard external device to the tablet PC:

1. If you are connecting a powered device, turn off the device.

2. Connect the device to the tablet PC.

3. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device 

power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.

4. Turn on the device.

To disconnect a standard external device from the tablet PC, turn 
off the device, and then disconnect it from the tablet PC.

Optional External MultiBay and External 
MultiBay II

An external MultiBay or MultiBay II connects to the tablet PC 
USB port and enables you to use MultiBay and MultiBay II 
devices. The tablet PC provides one powered USB port on the 
right side. This port provides power to the external MultiBay 
when used with a powered USB cable. The USB ports on the rear 
panel and left side of the tablet PC do not provide power to the 
external MultiBay. External MultiBays connected to these USB 
ports must be connected to AC power.

Summary of Contents for TC1100 - Compaq Tablet PC

Page 1: ... features including connectors for external devices and provides settings and procedures for managing tablet PC power and security It also includes power and environmental specifications which may be helpful when traveling with the tablet PC as well as instructions for obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help detect solve and prevent problems ...

Page 2: ...ned 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 Compaq Tablet PC Series...

Page 3: ... Front Components 1 9 Rear Components 1 10 Right Side Components 1 11 Left Side Components 1 12 Bottom Components 1 14 Wireless Antennae 1 16 Magnets 1 17 Pen Components 1 18 Additional Hardware Components 1 19 2 Power Power Control and Light Locations 2 1 Power Sources 2 3 Standby and Hibernation 2 4 Standby 2 4 Hibernation 2 5 Initiating Standby Hibernation or Shutdown 2 6 ...

Page 4: ...odels Only 2 15 Battery Packs 2 17 Identifying Battery Packs 2 18 Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack 2 19 Charging Battery Packs 2 21 Managing Low Battery Conditions 2 24 Calibrating a Battery Pack 2 26 Conserving Battery Power 2 30 Storing a Battery Pack 2 32 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 2 33 3 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Pointing Devices 3 1 Using the TouchPad 3 3 Using the Point...

Page 5: ... Controls 4 7 Command Controls Quick Reference 4 9 Using Command Controls 4 10 Setting Command Control Preferences 4 12 On Screen Keyboard 4 15 5 Multimedia Audio Features 5 1 Using the Audio In Microphone Jack 5 3 Using the Audio Out Headphone Jack 5 3 Adjusting the Volume 5 4 Video Features 5 5 Using the S Video Out Jack 5 6 Connecting a Monitor Projector or Television 5 7 Multimedia Software 5 ...

Page 6: ...iBay II 6 9 7 PC Cards What Is a PC Card 7 1 Insertion 7 2 Removal 7 3 8 Digital Memory Cards What Is a Digital Memory Card 8 1 Insertion 8 2 Removal 8 3 9 Memory Modules What Is a Memory Module 9 1 Expansion Memory Module Slot 9 2 Primary Memory Module Slot 9 6 Hibernation File 9 16 10 USB Devices What Is USB 10 1 USB Device Connection 10 2 Operating System and Software 10 3 USB Legacy Support 10...

Page 7: ...nces 12 3 Using a System Defined Item 12 9 Tablet PC Button Driver 12 15 13 Wireless Select Models Only Wireless Local Area Network Device Select Models Only 13 3 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Corporate WLAN 13 4 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Public WLAN 13 4 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 13 5 Using a WLAN Connection 13 6 Using Wireless Security Features 13 7 Installing Wirele...

Page 8: ...Administrator Passwords 14 9 Entering HP Administrator Passwords 14 10 Power On Passwords 14 10 Setting Power On Passwords 14 11 Entering Power On Passwords 14 12 Requiring a Power On Password at Restart 14 12 DriveLock 14 13 Setting DriveLock Passwords 14 14 Entering DriveLock Passwords 14 15 Requiring a Drivelock Password at Restart 14 15 Changing DriveLock Passwords 14 16 Removing DriveLock Pro...

Page 9: ... Menu 15 5 Tools Menu 15 6 Advanced Menu 15 7 16 Software Update and Recoveries Software Updates 16 1 Obtaining the Support Software Disc 16 2 Accessing Tablet PC Information 16 2 Internet Software 16 3 Downloading System ROM 16 3 Downloading Software 16 5 System Recovery 16 6 Safeguarding Your Data 16 6 Altiris Local Recovery 16 7 Setting System Restore Points 16 8 Repairing or Reinstalling Appli...

Page 10: ...7 2 Cleaning 17 2 Keyboard 17 3 Display 17 3 TouchPad 17 4 External Mouse 17 4 18 Travel and Shipping Preparation for Travel and Shipping 18 1 Tips for Traveling with Your Tablet PC 18 2 A Specifications Operating Environment A 1 Rated Input Power A 2 B MultiBoot Default Boot Sequence B 1 Bootable Devices in Computer Setup B 3 MultiBoot Results B 4 MultiBoot Preferences B 5 Setting a New Default B...

Page 11: ...rdware and Software Guide xi C Client Management Configuration and Deployment C 2 Software Management and Updates C 3 HP Client Manager Software C 3 Altiris PC Transplant Pro C 5 System Software Manager C 5 Index ...

Page 12: ...t ID Top Components Lights Component Description 1 Volume mute light On System sound is turned off 2 Caps lock light On Caps lock is on 3 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics drive light On A drive in the hard drive bay is being accessed Continued ...

Page 13: ...off when all batteries in the tablet PC are fully charged If the tablet PC is not connected to an external power source the light is turned off until the battery reaches a low battery condition when the light begins blinking amber 5 power light Green The tablet PC is on Blinking green The tablet PC is in standby mode 6 Wireless light On One or more optional internal wireless devices such as a WLAN...

Page 14: ...ng and double clicking 4 Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 6 TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls upward or downward 7 Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchP...

Page 15: ...re Guide 1 4 Buttons Component Description 1 Presentation mode button Turns on Presentation mode 2 Volume mute button Mutes or restores volume 3 Volume down button Decreases tablet PC sound 4 Volume up button Increases tablet PC sound ...

Page 16: ...nd f8 through f11 perform additional tasks as hotkeys 2 fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key 3 Windows logo key Displays the Microsoft Windows Start menu 4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 5 Keypad keys 15 Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad ...

Page 17: ...ation which includes a handwriting pad and an on screen keyboard 2 Rotate button Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation 3 Q button When Windows is running opens or closes the Q Menu This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of the Tablet PC Input Panel Launch button Rotate button and Q button refer to Chapter 4 Pen and Command Control...

Page 18: ...lay Components Component Description 1 Pen holder Secures the pen to the tablet PC 2 Pen eject button Ejects the pen from the pen holder 3 Rotating hinge Swivels the display and converts the tablet PC from notebook mode into a tablet PC mode Continued ...

Page 19: ...n When pressed while Windows is open enters the ctrl alt delete command The Setup utility is open enters the reset command This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of the Windows security button and jog dial refer to Chapter 4 Pen and Command Controls To protect your work and the system the ctrl alt delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl alt and d...

Page 20: ...uency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is below the 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 be not less than 20 cm 8 inches during normal o...

Page 21: ...Power connector Connects an AC adapter an optional adapter or an optional power cable 5 External monitor port Connects an optional VGA external monitor or projector 6 S Video out jack Is a 7 pin dual purpose jack It connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder overhead projector or video capture card with an optional standard 4 pin S Video cable The extra 3 pins also enab...

Page 22: ...und channel or stereo dual sound channel microphone 3 USB port Connects USB 1 1 and 2 0 compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable or connects an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II to the tablet PC This USB port is a powered port that can be used without external power 4 PC Card eject button Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot 5 PC Card slot Supports optional T...

Page 23: ...he tablet PC Ä Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents These deterrants may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen 2 Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Using the tablet PC on a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing may block airflow Continued ...

Page 24: ...e tablet PC is Off slide toward the front of the tablet PC and release to turn on the tablet PC In standby slide toward the front of the tablet PC and release to exit standby In hibernation slide toward the front of the tablet PC and release to exit hibernation If the tablet PC has stopped responding and Microsoft Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used slide toward the front of the tablet PC a...

Page 25: ... PC to an optional docking device 2 Expansion memory module compartment Contains one expansion memory module slot 3 Vents 3 Enable airflow to cool internal components Ä To prevent overheating do not obstruct vents Using the tablet PC on a soft surface such as a pillow blanket rug or thick clothing may block airflow Continued ...

Page 26: ...attery bay Holds the primary battery pack 5 Primary battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay 6 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive 7 Travel battery connector Connects an optional travel battery Component Description ...

Page 27: ...ess 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 tablet PC display is closed The antennae are not visible from the outside of the tablet...

Page 28: ...3 Top left Engages the display latch Top right Switches the panel orientation from landscape to portrait mode Bottom Initiates standby if the display is closed while the tablet PC is turned on Ä Keep diskettes and other magnetic media away from magnetic fields which can erase your data ...

Page 29: ...reen or within 1 27 cm 0 5 inch of the screen When tapped on or held over a pen activated button activates the button 2 Pen button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 3 Pen tether eyelet Used with the tether eyelet on the tablet PC enables you to tether the pen to the tablet PC 4 Pen eraser Enables you to erase handwriting on the tablet PC ...

Page 30: ...wers the tablet PC when the tablet PC is not connected to external power 4 Modem cable Connects the RJ 11 modem jack 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 jack Power cords modem cables and modem adapters vary in appearance by region and country Battery packs v...

Page 31: ...Hardware and Software Guide 2 1 2 Power Power Control and Light Locations Component Description 1 fn f3 Initiates standby Continued ...

Page 32: ...e tablet PC is in standby mode 4 power light Green The tablet PC is on Blinking green The tablet PC is in standby mode 5 Battery light Amber A battery pack is charging Green A battery pack is close to full charge capacity Blinking amber A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low battery condition When the battery reaches a critical low battery condition the battery li...

Page 33: ...vices AC adapter Optional AC adapter Optional docking device Optional automobile or aircraft adapter Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the tablet PC External power supplied through AC adapter Optional AC adapter Optional docking device Optional automobile or aircraft adapter Ä To prevent damage to the tablet PC and aircraft systems do not charge the battery pack while you are using a Combo Ada...

Page 34: ...To avoid a complete battery discharge do not leave your tablet PC in standby for extended periods Connect the tablet PC to an external power source Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use When standby is initiated your work is saved in random access memory RAM and the screen is cleared When you resume from standby your work returns to the screen where you left off Saving you...

Page 35: ...ower Options window hibernation is not displayed as an option if it has been disabled You must enable hibernation in order to select it in the Power Options window To verify that hibernation is enabled select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Hibernate tab Make sure that the Enable hibernation check box is selected ÄCAUTION If the configuration of the tablet PC is chang...

Page 36: ... pack is recommended to extend the life of the battery pack when the tablet PC will be disconnected from external power for an extended period For details on battery pack storage refer to the Storing a Battery Pack section in this chapter When the Power Supply Is Uncertain Make sure that hibernation remains enabled especially if you are operating the tablet PC on battery power and do not have acce...

Page 37: ...ared and Bluetooth communication and drive media Note the following guidelines If the tablet PC is in standby or hibernation you cannot initiate an infrared or Bluetooth transmission If standby or hibernation is accidentally initiated while a drive medium such as a diskette CD or DVD is in use Your playback may be interrupted You may see a warning message Putting the computer into hibernation or s...

Page 38: ...t PC Save your work and close all open applications Then Slide the power switch toward the front of the tablet PC and follow the on screen directions if displayed for shutting down the tablet PC Shut down the tablet PC through the operating system Select Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off The power lights are turned off The operating system shuts down The tablet PC is turned off Turn off the display...

Page 39: ...the system initiates hibernation after 30 minutes of tablet PC inactivity or when the battery pack s reach a critical low battery condition If the tablet PC is connected to external power the system does not initiate hibernation Power settings and timeouts can be changed in the Power Options window The power standby lights are turned off The screen clears Restoring from user initiated or system in...

Page 40: ... the system to initiate standby No action required If the tablet PC is running on battery power the system initiates standby after 10 minutes of tablet PC inactivity Default setting If the tablet PC is attached to external power the system does not initiate standby Power settings and timeouts can be changed in the Power Options window The power lights blink The screen clears Resume from user initi...

Page 41: ...Windows shutdown procedures try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided Press ctrl alt delete Select Shut Down Slide and hold the power switch toward the front of the tablet PC for at least 4 seconds Disconnect the tablet PC from external power and remove the battery pack For more information about removing and storing the battery pack refer to the Storing a Battery Pack sectio...

Page 42: ...default when the tablet PC is on Pressing the fn f3 hotkey called the sleep button in the operating system initiates standby The display switch turns off the display The display switch is activated by closing the display Accessing the Power Options Window To access the Power Options window Right click the Power Meter icon on the notification area at the far right of the taskbar and then select Adj...

Page 43: ... the taskbar the icon may be hidden Select the arrow or vertical bar on the taskbar and expand it to view hidden icons Setting or Changing a Power Scheme The Power Schemes tab in the Power Options window allows you to set the amount of time that the tablet PC will allow to pass before entering standby or hibernation You can assign different schemes depending on whether the tablet PC is running on ...

Page 44: ...t PC is turned on resumes from standby or restores from hibernation To set a password prompt 1 Access the Power Options window and then select the Advanced tab 2 Select the check box for Prompt for password when the computer resumes from standby and select Apply For more information about using security passwords refer to Chapter 14 Security ...

Page 45: ...or speed when the power source changes from external power to battery pack power or when the tablet PC use changes between active and idle Processor performance controls are managed in the Power Options window To access Windows XP processor performance controls Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab The power scheme you select determines how the proc...

Page 46: ...er Home Office Desk Always runs at the highest performance state Performance state is determined based on CPU demand Portable Laptop Performance state is determined based on CPU demand Performance state is determined based on CPU demand Presentation Performance state is determined based on CPU demand Runs at the lowest possible performance state Always On Always runs at the highest performance sta...

Page 47: ...s running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter the tablet PC switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the tablet PC You can leave a battery pack in the tablet PC or in storage depending on how you work Keeping a battery pack in the tablet PC enables the battery pack to charge whenever the tablet PC is connected to external AC power and also protects your wor...

Page 48: ... that can only be attached to the bottom of the tablet PC If the tablet PC will be idle for 2 weeks or more remove the battery pack and store it as described in the Storing a Battery Pack section in this chapter to prolong battery pack life For more information about leaving your work refer to the Initiating Standby Hibernation or Shutdown section in this chapter Only compatible AC adapters and ba...

Page 49: ...ry pack that is the sole power source initiate hibernation or turn off the tablet PC before removing the battery pack To insert a primary battery pack 1 Turn the tablet PC upside down 2 Slide the battery pack 1 into the battery bay until it is seated 3 Press the battery pack 2 into the battery bay until the battery pack clicks into place ...

Page 50: ...20 To remove a primary battery pack 1 Turn the tablet PC upside down with the front of the tablet PC toward you 2 Press the battery release latch 1 toward the rear of the tablet PC 3 Lift and slide the battery pack 2 out of the tablet PC ...

Page 51: ...the tablet PC battery bay 2 Travel battery optional battery pack Discharge sequence 1 Travel battery optional battery pack 2 Primary battery in the tablet PC battery bay While a battery pack is charging the battery light on the tablet PC is on The light is turned off when all battery packs are fully charged Battery packs can also be charged in the optional HP Universal Charger ...

Page 52: ...tery pack to discharge to 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it When you charge a battery pack charge it fully Monitoring the Charge of a Battery Pack This section explains several ways you can determine the amount of charge in your battery pack Obtaining Accurate Charge Information To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays Allow a battery pack to discharg...

Page 53: ... of minutes of charge remaining The percentage indicates the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level For example the time remaining will decrease when you start playing a DVD and will increase when you stop playing a DVD Most charge displays ident...

Page 54: ...k that is the only power source for the tablet PC reaches a low battery condition the battery light blinks Critical Low Battery Condition If a low battery condition is not resolved the tablet PC enters a critical low battery condition In a critical low battery condition If hibernation is enabled and the tablet PC is on or in standby the tablet PC initiates hibernation If hibernation is disabled an...

Page 55: ... battery condition when a charged battery pack is available turn off the tablet PC or initiate hibernation insert a charged battery pack and then turn on the tablet PC When No Power Source Is Available To resolve a low battery condition when no power source is available initiate hibernation or save your work and shut down the tablet PC When the Tablet PC Cannot Restore from Hibernation To resolve ...

Page 56: ...tery run time When the battery pack has been unused 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 A battery pack can charge whether the tablet PC is off or in use but it will charge faster when the tablet PC is off To charge the battery pack 1 Insert the battery pack into t...

Page 57: ...tery pack can discharge whether or not you are using the tablet PC but will discharge faster while the tablet PC is in use If you plan to leave the tablet PC unattended during the discharge save your work before beginning the discharge procedure If you use the tablet PC occasionally during the discharge procedure and have set energy saving timeouts expect the following performance from your system...

Page 58: ...the 4 settings in the Running on Batteries column so that you can reset them after the calibration 3 Use the drop down lists to set the 8 options 4 in each column to Never 4 Select OK 5 Disconnect the tablet PC from the external power source but do not turn off the tablet PC 6 Run the tablet PC on battery power until the battery pack is fully discharged The battery light begins to blink when the b...

Page 59: ... the battery light is turned off 3 Access the Power Schemes tab by selecting Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes tab 4 Refer to the settings you recorded earlier Reenter the settings that you recorded for the items in the Plugged In column and the Running on Batteries column 5 Select OK ÄCAUTION After calibrating the battery pack reenable hibernation Failure...

Page 60: ...k cable For more information see the Using LAN Power Save Mode section in this chapter Disconnect external devices you are not using that are not connected to an external power source Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using For more information refer to Chapter 6 Drives Use the fn f9 and fn f10 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as you need it Use optional powered speakers instead of the inter...

Page 61: ...blet PC is equipped with LAN Power Save mode which enables you to conserve battery power LAN Power Save mode turns off the LAN device when the tablet PC is not connected to external power and the network cable is disconnected LAN Power Save mode is enabled by default You can change the LAN Power Save mode settings in Computer Setup For more information refer to the Advanced Menu section in Chapter...

Page 62: ...attery pack place it in a cool dry place Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store a battery pack The storage times provided are based on a battery pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge A fully charged battery pack can be safely stored for longer times a battery pack containing a lower charge can be safely stored for less time Calibrate a battery pack that has been...

Page 63: ...e a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60 C 140 F Replace only with the battery pack approved for this computer N When a battery pack has reached the end of its useful life do not dispose of the battery pack in general household waste Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery pack disposal In Europe dispose of or recycle the battery packs by using the public col...

Page 64: ...es and Keyboard Pointing Devices The pointing stick and TouchPad controls can be used interchangeably Component Description 1 Pointing stick Moves the pointer 2 Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse Continued ...

Page 65: ...eft button on an external mouse 5 Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse 6 Touchpad scroll zone Scrolls upward or downward 7 Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features refer to the Setting Mouse Properties section in this ...

Page 66: ...down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone slide your finger up or down over the raised area Using the Pointing Stick To move the pointer press the pointing stick in the direction you want to move the pointer Use the left and right pointing stick buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse To change the pointing stick cap 1 Turn off the tablet PC 2 Gently pull off the us...

Page 67: ...t or twice to double click an object enabled by default Edge motion which enables you to continue to scroll even though your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad disabled by default Palm Check which helps prevent moving the pointer unintentionally if your palms contact the TouchPad as you type disabled by default Other features such as mouse speed preferences and mouse trails are also found...

Page 68: ...de 3 5 Hotkeys Hotkeys are preset combinations of the fn key 1 one of the function keys 2 or the esc key 3 The icons on the f3 f4 and f8 through f11 keys represent the hotkey functions Hotkey functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections ...

Page 69: ...ination to Deactivate Function Initiate standby fn f3 Power switch Switch between tablet PC display and external display fn f4 fn f4 View battery information fn f8 fn f8 Decrease screen brightness fn f9 fn f10 Increase screen brightness fn f10 fn f9 Turn ambient light sensor on and off fn f11 fn f11 Display system information fn esc fn esc ...

Page 70: ... can be set to initiate hibernation instead of standby For more information about standby hibernation and changing the function of the fn f3 hotkey refer to Chapter 2 Power Switching Displays fn f4 The fn f4 hotkey switches the image among display devices connected to the external monitor port or the S Video out jack on the tablet PC For example if an external monitor is connected to the tablet PC...

Page 71: ...re boards with composite video in jacks DVI D external monitors that support the DVI D interface Composite video and DVI D can be connected to the tablet PC only when the tablet PC is docked in an optional docking device Viewing Battery Charge Information fn f8 Press fn f8 to display charge information for all installed battery packs The display indicates which battery packs are charging and repor...

Page 72: ...ctivating the Ambient Light Sensor fn f11 Press fn f11 to turn on and off the ambient light sensor For more information about the ambient light sensor refer to the Using Ambient Light Sensor section in this chapter Displaying System Information fn esc Press fn esc to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers Press fn esc a second time to remove the system in...

Page 73: ...he Quick Launch Buttons control panel refer to the Quick Launch Buttons Software section later in this chapter The following table describes how certain hotkeys and shortcut keys are used on external keyboards Tablet PC Keys External Keyboard Keys fn f3 scroll lock scroll lock f3 fn f4 scroll lock scroll lock f4 fn f8 scroll lock scroll lock f8 fn f9 scroll lock scroll lock f9 fn f10 scroll lock s...

Page 74: ...Launch buttons that open frequently used applications when you press them Component Description 1 Presentation mode button Starts Presentation mode which optimizes for an external monitor or projects and opens a user defined program such as Microsoft PowerPoint 2 Info Center button Enables you to view a list of commonly used software solutions ...

Page 75: ...ithin the control panel For additional on screen information about any item on the control panel select the Help button in the upper right corner of the window The Help button is identified by a question mark icon Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons Software You can access the Quick Launch Buttons software from the Start button or from an icon that you can display in the notification area at the fa...

Page 76: ... Launch Buttons or Select the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar or Windows desktop 2 Select the Advanced tab On the Advanced tab you can Display or hide the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar or on the desktop To display the icon select the Show icon on the taskbar or Show icon on the desktop check box...

Page 77: ...t you specify The image simultaneously displays on the tablet PC screen and on an external device connected to the external monitor port or S Video out jack on the rear panel or to display ports and jacks on an optional docking device When you first select the Presentation mode button the Presentation Settings dialog box displays In this dialog box you can Set the program to start when the button ...

Page 78: ...o Setting the Presentation Mode Button in this chapter for information on setting Presentation mode settings Setting the Presentation Mode Button To set an application folder file or Web site to start when the Presentation mode button is pressed 1 Open the Quick Launch Buttons control panel Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Quick Launch Buttons or Select the Quick Launch Butto...

Page 79: ...ces and close the display select OK Showing the Welcome Screen You can choose to show the Quick Launch Buttons Properties dialog box each time you press the Presentation mode button By default this option is turned off To turn it on select the check box next to Show Welcome Screen when Presentation mode button is pressed Switching to an External Display By default the Automatically switch to exter...

Page 80: ...automatically adjusts the screen brightness You can turn the ambient light sensor on and off in 3 ways By pressing fn f11 Through the Quick Launch Buttons control panel By using the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar or Windows desktop To turn on and off the ambient light sensor using the Quick Launch Buttons control panel or the Quick Launch icon th...

Page 81: ...Launch Buttons icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar or Windows desktop 2 Select the Advanced tab 3 Select or clear the Enable Ambient Light Sensor check box 4 Select Apply and then select OK You can turn the ambient light sensor on and off using the Quick Launch Buttons icon 1 Right click the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskba...

Page 82: ...n the Quick Launch Buttons software Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Quick Launch Buttons icon or Double click the Quick Launch Buttons software icon in the notification area 2 Select the Quick Tile tab 3 Select the vertical tile or horizontal tile option 4 Select the software to include from the Applications currently running list 5 Select OK ...

Page 83: ...olutions Contact HP Data Protection Solutions Help and Support Documentation Options Demo Software Setup System Configuration Wireless Assistant To access Info Center 1 Press the Info Center button or Select Start Info Center 2 In the Info Center window select the software application you want to open For more information refer to the Info Center online Help ...

Page 84: ... keyboard that includes a numeric keypad Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad The 15 keys of the embedded numeric keypad can be used like the keys on an external keypad When the embedded numeric keypad is turned on each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the icon in the upper right corner of the key Item Component 1 fn key 2 Num lock light 3 num lk key 4 Embedded numeric keypad ...

Page 85: ...PC or to an optional docking device Switching Key Functions You can temporarily switch the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the fn key or the fn shift key combination To change the function of a keypad key to keypad functions while the keypad is off press and hold the fn key while pressing the keypad key ...

Page 86: ...arrow page up or page down keys When num lock on an external numeric keypad is turned on the num lock light on the tablet PC is turned on When num lock on an external numeric keypad is turned off the num lock light on the tablet PC is turned off If the external numeric keypad is connected the embedded numeric keypad cannot be turned on Enabling or Disabling Num Lock Mode as You Work To turn num lo...

Page 87: ... write with the pen in pen specific applications such as the Tablet PC Input Panel in all Microsoft Office applications and in most other Windows applications and utilities The information you write on the screen with the pen can be filed searched and shared among most Windows applications To access basic information about using the pen within the operating system refer to the printed Windows XP T...

Page 88: ...ates the functions of the right click button on an external mouse Holding the Pen Hold the pen as if you were writing with a standard pen or pencil Position the pen in your hand so that you will not accidentally press the pen button As you monitor the movements of the pen focus on the pointer not on the tip of the pen Performing Mouse Clicks with the Pen To select an item on the screen as you woul...

Page 89: ...ly over any location on the tablet PC screen without touching the screen with the pen tip To display the menu options related to an item on the screen tap the screen with the pen tip To write with the pen write on the screen with the tip of the pen To press a pen activated button tap the button with the tip of the pen To erase with the pen hold the pen with the eraser side down and move the eraser...

Page 90: ...en 1 Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Tablet and Pen Settings Settings tab 2 Select Calibrate 3 Follow the instructions on the screen Tap the pen in the exact center of each of the calibration markers The calibration markers are displayed on the screen as plus signs Be sure to calibrate the pen for use in both portrait and landscape orientations You can display information ab...

Page 91: ...ng recognition and the location of on screen menus for either right handed or left handed users To access the pen settings Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Tablet and Pen Settings Pen Options tab The preferences you set in the Tablet and Pen Settings window are specific to the pen and the tablet PC Pointing device preferences such as pointer speed click speed and mouse trails...

Page 92: ... 6 Changing the Pen Tip Use the clamp packaged with your pen to remove the used tip To remove the used pen tip 1 Use the clamp to grasp the pen tip 1 2 Pull the tip out of the pen 2 To insert a new pen tip Insert the new tip into the pen until fully seated ...

Page 93: ...while you are using the on screen keyboard or the tablet PC keyboard Identifying Command Controls Component Description 1 Tablet PC Input Panel Launch button When Windows is running opens the Microsoft Tablet PC Input Panel application which includes a handwriting pad and an on screen keyboard 2 Rotate button Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation 3 Q button When Windows is ...

Page 94: ...s Security button When pressed while Windows is open enters the ctrl alt delete command The Setup utility is open enters the reset command This table describes default settings For information about changing the functions refer to Setting Command Control Preferences later in this chapter To protect your work and the system the ctrl alt delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl alt and del ke...

Page 95: ...n Opens and closes the Tablet PC Input Panel application which includes a writing pad and the on screen keyboard Pen Rotate button Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation Pen Q button Opens and closes the Q Menu Pen Windows Security button In Windows functions like the ctrl alt delete command on a standard keyboard In the Setup utility functions like the reset button on some ...

Page 96: ...Windows to rotate the image on the screen 90 degrees For example if the image is in landscape orientation tap the rotate button to rotate the image to portrait orientation Q Button Press the Q button with the tip of the pen when Windows is running to open or close the Q Menu The Q Menu provides quick access to programmable tasks and destinations including System controls such as volume and screen ...

Page 97: ...cations and enables you to close an application that has become unresponsive If the system remains unresponsive after selecting Shut Down in the Windows Security window slide and hold the power switch for 4 seconds For additional shut down procedures refer to Chapter 2 Power For information about using the ctrl alt delete command in non Windows applications refer to the application documentation R...

Page 98: ...tructions refer to Setting Command Control Preferences next in this chapter Setting Command Control Preferences All command controls except the enter function of the jog dial can be customized to launch applications simulate key combinations or perform preset system functions Each programmable command control can be assigned to 4 settings Each setting applies only to 1 of 4 views Portrait Primary ...

Page 99: ...image switches counterclockwise between vertical and horizontal Left handed users may find the secondary views more convenient It is recommended that you not use a secondary view while using the internal wireless The positions commonly occupied by the tablet PC external devices and users while the tablet PC is in a secondary view may obstruct the antennae When you are facing the tablet PC screen w...

Page 100: ... the function of rotating the jog dial upward select Up To assign or change the function of rotating the jog dial downward select Down 4 Select Change 5 Select your preference in the Action dialog box and then select OK or Apply to save your preferences Returning All Command Controls to Default Settings To return the settings on all command controls to their default settings 1 Select Start Control...

Page 101: ... Screen Keyboard icon on the lower left corner of the screen To type tap a key To switch the keys displayed in the top row between number keys and function keys tap Func To enter the ctrl alt delete command press the Windows Security button on the tablet PC To protect your work and the system the ctrl alt delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl alt and del keys on the on screen keyboard Fo...

Page 102: ...dio Features The following figure and table describe the audio features of the tablet PC Component Description 1 Speaker Produces tablet PC sound 2 Volume mute button Mutes or restores volume 3 Volume down button Decreases tablet PC sound Continued ...

Page 103: ...ds sound 6 Audio out headphone jack Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers Also connects the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR 7 Audio in microphone jack Connects an optional monaural single sound channel or stereo dual sound channel microphone Component Description ...

Page 104: ...to the tablet PC the tablet PC internal microphone is disabled Using the Audio Out Headphone Jack ÅWARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury adjust the volume before putting on headphones or a headset ÄCAUTION To prevent possible damage to an external device do not plug a single sound channel monaural connector into the headphone jack The stereo dual channel headphone jack is used to connect h...

Page 105: ...ume by moving the slider up or down You can also select the check box next to Mute to mute the volume or 1 Double click the Volume icon 2 In the Volume Control column increase or decrease the volume by moving the Volume slider up or down You can also adjust the balance or mute the volume Volume can also be adjusted within some applications If the Volume icon is not in the notification area follow ...

Page 106: ...et PC can support one S Video device connected to the S Video out jack while simultaneously supporting an image on the tablet PC display and on any other supported external display The S Video connection usually provides an image of higher quality than a composite video connection provides To transmit video signals through the S Video out jack you need an S Video cable available from most electron...

Page 107: ...le into the S Video out jack on the tablet PC 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the video device as instructed in the documentation included with the device If the S Video out jack on the tablet PC is not accessible because the tablet PC is docked into an optional docking device you can connect the device to the S Video out jack on the docking device ...

Page 108: ...vision to the tablet PC insert the monitor cable into the external monitor port on the back of the tablet PC If a properly connected external monitor projector or television does not display an image try pressing the fn f4 hotkey to switch the image to the monitor You can toggle between displays by pressing the Presentation mode button ...

Page 109: ...r Plays audio CDs and DVDs and copies audio and data CDs It also plays common audio and video file types such as MP3 WMA AVI MPG and WMV This software is included with the Windows operating system InterVideo WinDVD Plays video CDs and DVD movies This software is preinstalled on select tablet PCs You can also obtain this software by any of the following methods Install WinDVD from the Application a...

Page 110: ...ables you to create copies of data and audio CDs and DVDs and create personalized audio CDs and DVDs RecordNow is preinstalled on select tablet PCs For more information about using multimedia software refer to the online Help for the software Your tablet PC may include additional multimedia software Be sure to explore Your desktop icons The software listed at Start All Programs The preloaded items...

Page 111: ...ct the tablet PC to a reliable electrical outlet 3 Close any open applications 4 Insert a software CD into the optional external optical drive If Autorun is enabled an installation wizard is displayed If Autorun is disabled select Start Run Enter x setup exe where x is your CD drive designation and then select OK 5 When the installation wizard is displayed follow the installation instructions on t...

Page 112: ...mes 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 co...

Page 113: ...n the DVD Region tab 4 Select OK 5 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 ...

Page 114: ...ns identify and describe the primary hard drive and the optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care The following cautions apply to all drives Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply ...

Page 115: ... damage to the tablet PC or a drive Discharge yourself from static electricity by touching a grounded metal object before handling a drive Avoid touching the connectors on a drive For more information about preventing electrostatic damage refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide Avoid exposing a drive to devices with magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields include airport wal...

Page 116: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 6 3 IDE Drive Light The IDE drive light is turned on when the primary hard drive is being accessed ...

Page 117: ...ing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Do not remove the hard drive while the tablet PC is on in standby or in hibernation The tablet PC has one hard drive bay that supports only one hard drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive To remove the primary hard drive 1 Save your work and then shut down the tablet PC If you are not sure whether the tablet PC is in hibernat...

Page 118: ...6 5 4 Loosen the 2 hard drive screws 1 5 Lift the hard drive cover 2 away from the tablet PC 6 Loosen the hard drive screw 1 7 Pull the hard drive tab 2 to the right to disconnect the hard drive 8 Lift the hard drive 3 from the tablet PC ...

Page 119: ... Software Guide 6 6 To install a hard drive 1 Insert a hard drive 1 into the hard drive bay on the bottom of the tablet PC 2 Push the hard drive tab 2 to the left to connect the hard drive 3 Tighten the hard drive screw 3 ...

Page 120: ...Drives Hardware and Software Guide 6 7 4 Align the tabs 1 on the hard drive cover with the slots on the tablet PC 5 Close the cover 2 6 Tighten the hard drive cover screws 3 ...

Page 121: ...t connecting a USB drive refer to Chapter 10 USB Devices An external MultiBay or MultiBay II supports any MultiBay or MultiBay II device including the following 1 44 megabyte diskette drive Hard drive module a hard drive with an adapter attached DVD ROM Drive DVD CD RW Combo Drive DVD RW R and CD RW Combo Drive DVD RW R and CD RW Combo Drive For more information about the external MultiBay refer t...

Page 122: ...f you are connecting a powered device plug the device power cord into a grounded electrical outlet 4 Turn on the device To disconnect a standard external device from the tablet PC turn off the device and then disconnect it from the tablet PC Optional External MultiBay and External MultiBay II An external MultiBay or MultiBay II connects to the tablet PC USB port and enables you to use MultiBay and...

Page 123: ...ating system Do not install other software such as card services socket services or enablers that may also be supplied by the PC Card manufacturer A PC Card is a credit card sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association PCMCIA The tablet PC supports 32 bit CardBus and 16 bit PC Cards The tablet PC is equipped with ...

Page 124: ...serting a PC Card into a PC Card slot Do not move or transport the tablet PC while a PC Card is operating 1 Hold the PC Card label side up with the connector toward the tablet PC 2 Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seated The operating system will issue a sound to indicate that a device has been detected ...

Page 125: ... icon on the taskbar and then selecting the PC Card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon select Show Hidden Icons on the taskbar 3 Press the PC Card eject button 1 This action extends the button into position for releasing the PC Card 4 To release the PC Card press the extended PC Card eject button 5 Gently slide out the card 2 An inserted PC Card uses power even when not in use To conserve ...

Page 126: ...are removable thumbnail sized flash storage devices that provide a convenient method of storing data and sharing it with other devices such as handheld devices PDAs cameras and other SD PCs Secure Digital SD Memory Cards and MultiMediaCards are the only type of digital memory card formats that are supported ...

Page 127: ...al pressure when inserting a digital memory card into a Digital Media Slot Do not move or transport the tablet PC while a digital memory card is operating To insert a digital memory card 1 Insert the digital memory card into the Digital Media Slot 2 Slide the card firmly into the slot until the card clicks into place ...

Page 128: ... 1 Close all files and applications that are using the digital memory card 2 Stop the digital memory card by selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar Then select the digital memory card To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon select Show Hidden Icons in the taskbar 3 Gently press in on the digital memory card 1 to unlock it 4 Slide the digital memory card 2 from the slot ...

Page 129: ...he risk of electric shock ÄCAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object For more information refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide The tablet PC has 2 memory module compartments The primary memory module compartment is located under the keyboard...

Page 130: ... in hibernation turn the tablet PC on by sliding the power switch toward the front of the tablet PC Then shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Disconnect all external devices connected to the tablet PC 3 Disconnect the power cord 4 Turn the tablet PC upside down 5 Remove any battery packs from the tablet PC 6 Loosen the memory module cover screws 1 7 Lift the memory module cover 2...

Page 131: ...mory module slot remove it a Pull away the retention clips 1 on each side of the module The module tilts upward b Grasp the edges of the module 2 and gently pull the module out of the memory module slot To protect a memory module after removal place it in an electrostatic safe container ...

Page 132: ...d edge 1 of the module with the tabbed area in the memory module slot b With the module at a 45 degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment press the memory module 2 into the memory module slot until it is seated c Press the module downward 3 until the retention clips snap into place ...

Page 133: ...Memory Modules Hardware and Software Guide 9 5 10 Replace the memory module cover 1 and the memory module cover screws 2 ...

Page 134: ... shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Disconnect all external devices connected to the tablet PC 3 Disconnect the power cord 4 Turn the tablet PC upside down 5 Remove any battery packs from the tablet PC 6 Remove 11 screws from the bottom of the tablet PC the four T8M2 0x18 0 screws 1 the six T8M2 0x9 0 screws 2 and one T8M2 0x5 0 screw 3 ÄThe screws in the bottom of the tablet P...

Page 135: ... side up with the front toward you and open it 9 Lift up the right rear corner edge 1 and then the left rear corner edge 2 of the keyboard cover to release the rear edge of the cover from the tablet PC 10 Tilt the keyboard cover up from the front edge 3 to release the front edge of the cover from the tablet PC ...

Page 136: ...Memory Modules Hardware and Software Guide 9 8 11 To remove the keyboard cover fully swing the right edge of the cover toward the front of the tablet PC ...

Page 137: ...the keyboard 1 slightly to release it from the tablet PC 14 Lift the bottom edge of the keyboard 2 slightly until the pointing stick cable 3 is accessible ÄThe pointing stick cable is still attached to its Zero Insertion Force ZIF connector in the tablet PC To protect the tablet PC do not lift the keyboard more than about two inches ...

Page 138: ... and Software Guide 9 10 15 A collar 1 holds the pointing stick cable 2 in place To release the cable lift each end of the pointing stick connector collar 3 16 Remove the pointing stick cable from the pointing stick connector ...

Page 139: ...Memory Modules Hardware and Software Guide 9 11 17 Open the tablet PC fully and tilt the keyboard up from the bottom so that it rests on the display of the tablet PC ...

Page 140: ...memory module slot a Pull the retention clips 1 away from each side of the module The module tilts upward when released b Lift the edge of the memory module 2 and gently remove it from the slot CAUTION To protect a memory module after it has been removed place it in a static safe container ...

Page 141: ...mory module into the memory module slot a Align the keyed notched edge 1 of the module with the tab in the expansion slot b Press the module into the slot 2 from a 45 degree angle until it is seated c Press the module 3 downward until the retention clips snap into place ...

Page 142: ...nd Software Guide 9 14 20 Replace the pointing stick cable in the Zero Insertion Force ZIF pointing stick connector 21 Press down on the two ends of the pointing stick connector collar until the cable is securely held in place ...

Page 143: ...ress along the front edge of the keyboard cover to snap the cover into place 24 Replace the base enclosure cover 25 Replace the screws on the bottom of the tablet PC ÄCAUTION The screws on the bottom of the tablet PC are of different lengths To protect the tablet PC be sure to replace the screws in the locations noted during removal 26 Replace the battery pack s 27 Reconnect external power and ext...

Page 144: ... a larger hibernation file To display the amount of RAM in the system Select Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System General tab or Press fn esc To display the amount of free space on your hard drive select Start My Computer Then select your hard drive Information about the space on the drive is displayed in the Details window on the left side of the window To display the amount of ...

Page 145: ... connectors that support USB 2 0 and USB 1 1 devices A USB device functions in the same way as a comparable non USB device with one exception By default USB devices do not function unless an operating system that supports USB is installed in the tablet PC Some USB devices may require additional support software which is usually included with the device For more information and software installatio...

Page 146: ...t PC or on an optional docking device or to other USB devices 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 connector on the tablet PC or to a port on a powered hub ...

Page 147: ...the device USB Legacy Support You must enable USB legacy support to Use a USB keyboard mouse or hub connected to a USB connector on the tablet PC during startup or in a non Windows application or utility Restart from an optional external MultiBay To enable USB legacy support 1 Turn on or restart the tablet PC 2 Press f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner o...

Page 148: ...m Immediately disconnect your modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line A modem cable which has a 6 pin RJ 11 connector at each end must be connected to an analog telephone line In some countries a country specific modem adapter is required Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks but they are not compatible with the modem ...

Page 149: ...f the modem cable has a noise suppression circuitry 1 which prevents interference with TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the tablet PC 3 Plug the modem cable into the RJ 11 modem jack 2 on the tablet PC 4 Plug the other end of the modem cable into an RJ 11 telephone jack 3 For more information about using the modem or about using AT commands and dial modifiers ref...

Page 150: ...telephone line that does not have an RJ 11 telephone jack ÅWARNING To avoid the risk of electrical shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a modem cable into the network jack 1 Turn the tablet PC display side up on a flat surface near a telephone wall jack 2 If the modem cable has a noise suppression circuitry 1 which prevents interference with TV and radio reception orient the circuitry...

Page 151: ...s that comply with standards in other countries ÄCAUTION Do not delete your current modem country settings To enable modem use in other countries while preserving your home country configuration add a new configuration for each location in which you will use the modem The drop down lists described below may include countries not supported by the modem Unless you select a supported country the coun...

Page 152: ...m the drop down list The drop down list may include countries not supported by the modem Unless you select a supported country the country selection will default to USA or UK 4 Select OK OK Solving Travel Connection Problems If you experience connection problems while using the modem outside your home country the following suggestions may help Check the telephone line type The modem requires an an...

Page 153: ...one or Pulse depending on what you heard on the line 4 Select OK OK Check the telephone number you are dialing and the response of the remote modem Dial the telephone number on the telephone wait for the remote modem to answer and then hang up Set the modem to ignore dial tones If the modem receives a dial tone it does not recognize it will not dial and will display a No Dial Tone error message Us...

Page 154: ...on in the Local Information window b Select your location and then select Edit c Select the country region from the drop down list d Select Apply OK e Select the Modems tab f Select your modem and then select Properties g Clear the Wait for dial tone before dialing check box Preinstalled Communication Software To use preinstalled modem software for terminal emulation and data transfer follow these...

Page 155: ...Modem and Networking Hardware and Software Guide 11 8 Network A network cable has an 8 pin RJ 45 connector at each end ...

Page 156: ... circuitry end of the cable toward the tablet PC 3 Plug the network cable into the RJ 45 network jack 2 on the tablet PC 4 Plug the other end of the cable into a network jack 3 Your tablet PC is equipped with LAN Power Save mode which enables you to conserve battery power LAN Power Save mode turns off the LAN device when the tablet PC is not connected to external power and the network cable is dis...

Page 157: ... the system tasks accessed with the buttons keys or hot keys found on most tablet PCs You can program the Q Menu to access alternative system tasks or to access any item on a drive a network or the Internet Identifying Q Menu Controls The jog dial 1 and the Q Menu button 2 are used in Q Menu procedures ...

Page 158: ...t the Display Q Menu Icon On System Tray check box 4 Select OK If the icon is not displayed select Show Hidden Icons in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar To close the Q Menu press the Q button or select anywhere outside of the Q Menu For information about setting a pen activated button to open and close the Q Menu refer to Chapter 4 Pen and Command Controls Selecting an Item fr...

Page 159: ... button will be unavailable Procedures for using all system defined items are provided in the Using a System Defined Item section later in this chapter Setting Q Menu Preferences The Q Menu can display up to 40 items Several system defined items are displayed by default Additional system defined and user defined items can be added All items including the default items can be removed The items on t...

Page 160: ...u and the Items to Display on Q Menu list can include no more than 40 items If the list currently contains 40 items the Add button is unavailable If the Add button is unavailable you must remove a listed item before you can add the new item Adding a Listed Item to the Q Menu To add an item from the Items to Display On Q Menu list to the Q Menu 1 Press the Q button or select the Q icon in the notif...

Page 161: ... a name for the item in the Display Name field and type the path to the item in the File Name field If you prefer to type the Display Name but browse for the File Name leave the File Name field blank To add an item by browsing select the Browse button next to the File Name field In the window select the item The full name of the item is displayed in the File Name field and if you did not type a na...

Page 162: ... new name for the item in the Display Name field or type the new path to the item in the File Name field If you prefer to type the Display Name but browse for the File Name leave the File Name field blank To change the Display Name or File Name by browsing select the Browse button beside the File Name field In the window select the item The full name of the item is displayed in the File Name field...

Page 163: ... move the item downward select the Move Down button 4 To confirm your preference s and close the Q Menu Settings window select Apply OK Removing an Item from the Items to Display on Q Menu List System defined items cannot be removed from the Items to Display on Q Menu List To remove a user defined item 1 Press the Q button or select the Q icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskb...

Page 164: ...ea at the far right of the taskbar 2 Select Q Menu Settings 3 Select the Enable Automatic Mode Change check box Allowing All Users to Configure Q Menu This option allows all user accounts to reconfigure Q Menu When selected each user on the system will have their own Q Menu settings Changes to the Q Menu settings are applied to that user This option is only available to users with administrative p...

Page 165: ...fault Select Volume to display the operating system volume control window Mute On Off Default If system volume is on select Mute On Off to mute system volume If system volume is muted select Mute On Off to restore system volume Capture Screen Select Capture Screen to copy the image currently displayed on the tablet PC screen to the Windows clipboard To save or print the image open an application w...

Page 166: ...image For example to copy the an image of the currently active window into a Word document 1 Select Capture Window 2 Open Word 3 Place the pointer in the document where you want to paste the image 4 On the Word menu bar select Edit Paste Tablet Display Default When an optional display device such as an external monitor or projector is connected to the external monitor connector on the tablet PC To...

Page 167: ...he tablet PC and the display device Select Dual Display Selecting Dual Display turns off the Extended Desktop option Extended Desktop The Extended Desktop option extends the display from the tablet PC screen onto the external monitor screen For example you could use the Extended Desktop item to display an entire spreadsheet The left side columns could be displayed on the tablet PC screen and the r...

Page 168: ...r s notes on the tablet PC To apply or reapply Presentation mode Select Presentation Mode On To close Presentation mode Select Presentation Mode Off For additional information about Presentation mode refer to the Using Presentation Mode section in Chapter 3 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Portrait Primary Default To switch the image clockwise to portrait view from landscape view Select Portrait Prim...

Page 169: ...ae locations refer to Chapter 1 Component ID Landscape Secondary To switch the image counterclockwise to landscape view from portrait view Select Landscape Secondary The default Landscape Primary item switches the image clockwise to landscape view Left handed users may prefer to use the Landscape Secondary item which switches the image counterclockwise to landscape view HP recommends that you not ...

Page 170: ...wer Options Hibernate tab If hibernation is enabled the Enable Hibernation check box is selected Shut Down To immediately close the operating system and shut down the system Select Shut Down You are not prompted to confirm this action Power Controls To open the operating system Power Options Properties window Select Power Control Tablet PC Settings Default To open the operating system Tablet and P...

Page 171: ... 2 Select Tablet PC Settings Tablet Buttons 3 Select the orientation for which you want to program the button 4 Select the button you want to program from the Tablet Button column The button is displayed in the Button location and Detailed view areas of the Tablet Buttons tab 5 To change the action associated with the button select Change The Change Tablet Button Actions dialog box is displayed 6 ...

Page 172: ...ss tablet PC can connect to wireless networks in corporate offices your home and public places Wireless networks include wireless local area networks WLANs or hotspots Hotspots are wireless access points available in public places such as airports restaurants coffee shops hotels and universities A Bluetooth wireless tablet PC can connect to other Bluetooth wireless enabled devices using a wireless...

Page 173: ...o turn on turn off enable and disable your wireless devices The following table explains the software controls Wireless Control Description Wireless Assistant Is a software utility that enables you to turn on and off 802 11 and Bluetooth wireless devices individually For more information on using Wireless Assistant refer to the Device Power States section in this chapter Computer Setup controls En...

Page 174: ...WLAN hotspot typically use wireless access points that can handle a large number of computers and accessories and can separate critical network functions A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router which enables several wireless and wired computers to share an Internet connection a printer and files without additional pieces of hardware or software Wireless access point and wirele...

Page 175: ...compatible with 802 11b and 802 11g For information on identifying the type of device in your tablet PC refer to the Identifying a WLAN Device section in this chapter Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Corporate WLAN Contact your network administrator or IT department for information on connecting your tablet PC to your corporate WLAN Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Public WLAN Contac...

Page 176: ...connected to the Internet This wireless network includes An optional broadband modem either DSL or cable and high speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider ISP 1 An optional wireless router purchased separately 2 Your wireless tablet PC 3 As this network grows additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet If you need technic...

Page 177: ...is off turn on the 802 11 wireless device Refer to the Device Power States section For your home WLAN verify that your router is correctly configured For instructions refer to your router documentation Functional range for subsequent WLAN connections vary depending on your tablet PC WLAN implementation router manufacturer and interference from varying types of walls and other electronic devices Fo...

Page 178: ...et connection without your knowledge The most common security levels are Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Personal and Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP In addition to enabling WPA Personal or WEP security encryption on the router you may want to use one or more of the following security measures Change the default network name SSID and password Use a firewall Set security on your Web browser Enable MAC addr...

Page 179: ...ice you need to know the name of the integrated 802 11 wireless device on your tablet PC To identify an integrated 802 11 wireless device 1 Display the names of all the 802 11 wireless devices on your tablet PC a Select Start My Computer b 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 ...

Page 180: ...s Select Start Help and Support or Visit the HP Web site at http www hp com support a Choose your language and region b Select Download Drivers and Software c Enter your computer model information and then follow the instructions provided at the Web site WLAN software is provided in the Network category To access model information about your computer refer to the serial number label The serial num...

Page 181: ...devices The Bluetooth for Windows software provides the following functions Personal Information Management PIM item transfer Sends and receives information files such as business cards calendar items notes and message items to and from another Bluetooth computer or device PIM synchronization Synchronizes PIM data between a computer PDA or cell phone using Bluetooth File Transfer Sends and receive...

Page 182: ...oth devices The camera can be controlled remotely by a tablet PC and images can be transferred from a camera to be stored on a computer 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 connection that enables a tablet PC to send or receive a fax ...

Page 183: ...njunction with Wireless Assistant By default the 802 11 Bluetooth or wireless device and wireless light 2 are turned on when you turn on the tablet PC Turning on an 802 11 wireless device does not automatically create a WLAN or connect you to a WLAN For information on setting up a WLAN refer to the Wireless Local Area Network Device Select Models Only section in this chapter ...

Page 184: ...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 your wireless devices place the cursor over the Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area or open Wireless Assistant by double clicking the icon in the notification area Wireless Assistant displays the status of the devices as on off or disabled Wireles...

Page 185: ...istant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are disabled Wireless light is off You want to turn on either 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 the device or devices you want to turn on Wireless Assistant shows that one device i...

Page 186: ...hows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are off Wireless light is off You want to disable both devices Press the wireless button Wireless Assistant shows that one device is on and the other device is off Wireless light is on You want to disable both devices Press the wireless button You want to turn off both devices 1 Right click the Wireless Assistant icon in the notification area 2 Select the device o...

Page 187: ...at is also IrDA compliant The infrared port supports both low speed connections of up to 115 kilobits per second Kbps and high speed connections of up to 4 Mbps Infrared performance may vary depending on the performance of infrared peripherals distance between infrared devices and applications used Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and require an unobstructed li...

Page 188: ...o signals from remote control or other wireless devices such as headphones or audio devices aim at a port During the transmission do not move either device and do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam Using Standby with Infrared Standby is not compatible with infrared transmission If the tablet PC is in standby an infrared transmission cannot be initiated If standby is initiated during...

Page 189: ...inter even if the tablet PC does not have the needed printer driver To print using Mobile Printing 1 Select File Print from any application 2 Select Mobile Printing from the list of printers 3 Select Print 4 Enter the printer s IP address or network path 5 Select Print For more information on downloading and using Mobile Printing visit the HP Web site at http www hp com go mobileprinting ...

Page 190: ...et PC can protect the tablet PC personal information and data from a variety of risks Depending on your environment some security features may be unnecessary In addition to the Windows operating system security measures the following table may help you decide which other security features to use Most of these security features can be configured in the Setup utility For more information refer to Ch...

Page 191: ...rity Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Optional smart cards An enabled smart card can store both the Windows user password and the Windows administrator password therefore both the smart card and the smart card PIN are required to access the account Credential Manager for ProtectTools Refer to the Credential Manager for ProtectTools section in this chapter for more information This sec...

Page 192: ...efer to the Optional Security Cable section in this chapter This security feature is configured in Computer Setup Computer Setup is a non Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the tablet PC is started or restarted The procedures for using Computer Setup to set specific security preferences are provided in this chapter For information about displaying system information and using other Comp...

Page 193: ...ures use passwords Whenever you set a password write down the password and store it in a secure location away from the tablet PC If you forget your power on password and your HP administrator password you cannot start up the tablet PC or restore from hibernation Call Customer Care or your service partner for additional information If you forget your HP administrator password you will not be able t...

Page 194: ...unction HP administrator password Protects access to Computer Setup Power on password Used to access the tablet PC during startup and when you restart the tablet PC DriveLock master password Used by the HP administrator to access drives protected by DriveLock and to remove DriveLock protection from the drive DriveLock user password Used by the day to day user to access drives protected by DriveLoc...

Page 195: ...tered when the tablet PC starts up or restores from hibernation If you set Windows to prompt for a password before resuming from standby a Windows password not a power on password must be entered to resume from standby Windows Passwords Function Administrator password Protects Windows administrator level access to tablet PC contents User password Protects access to tablet PC contents after exit fr...

Page 196: ... numeric keypad refer to the Keypads section in Chapter 3 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Although you can use the same text for various passwords HP passwords and Windows passwords function independently Even if you plan to use the same text for an HP password and a Windows password you must set the HP password in Computer Setup and the Windows password in your operating system Although their names...

Page 197: ... password Is not interchangeable with a Windows administrator password although both can use the same word or series of letters or numbers Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same type of keys For example an HP administrator password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it with embedded numeric keypad number keys Ca...

Page 198: ...corner of the screen To change the language press f2 For navigation instructions press f1 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security Administrator password and then press enter To set an HP administrator password type your password in the New password and Verify new password fields and then press f10 To change an HP administrator password type your current password in the Old password field type the ...

Page 199: ...gain Power On Passwords A power on password prevents unauthorized use of the tablet PC After this password is set it must be entered each time the tablet PC is turned on or restarted A power on password Does not display as it is set entered changed or deleted Must be set and entered with the same type of keys For example a power on password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if y...

Page 200: ...ed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press f2 For navigation instructions press f1 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security Power On password and then press enter To set a power on password type the password in the New password and Verify new password fields and then press f10 To change a power on password type the current password in the Old password field type the new ...

Page 201: ...hut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay 3 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the tablet PC Press f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press f2 For navigation instructions press ...

Page 202: ...sword defined in Computer Setup A hard drive protected by DriveLock can be accessed with either the user password or the master password You can delete a user password or master password only by removing DriveLock protection from the drive DriveLock protection can be removed from the drive only with the master password The owner of the user password should be the day to day user of the protected h...

Page 203: ...age press f2 For navigation instructions press f1 4 Use the arrow keys to select Security DriveLock passwords Then press enter 5 Select the location of the hard drive and then press f10 6 Toggle the Protection field to Enable and then press f10 7 Read the warning To continue press f10 8 Type your user password in the New password and Verify new password fields and then press f10 9 Type your master...

Page 204: ...ed each time the tablet PC is restarted Enable and disable this feature in Computer Setup 1 Shut down the tablet PC If you are not sure whether the tablet PC is off or in hibernation turn the tablet PC on by sliding the power button and then shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC not into an optional docking device or exter...

Page 205: ...whether the tablet PC is off or in hibernation turn the tablet PC on by sliding the power button and then shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay 3 Open Computer Setup by turning on the tablet PC Press f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower...

Page 206: ...mputer Setup 1 Shut down the tablet PC If you are not sure whether the tablet PC is off or in hibernation turn the tablet PC on by sliding the power button and then shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay 3 Open Computer Setup by turning on the tablet PC Press f10 whil...

Page 207: ...off or in hibernation turn the tablet PC on by sliding the power button and then shut down the tablet PC through the operating system 2 Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay 3 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the tablet PC Press f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corne...

Page 208: ...tem information and how to configure system information options in Computer Setup System Information options allow you to Display or enter the tablet PC serial number asset tag and ownership tag Display a battery pack serial number To prevent unauthorized access to this information you must create an HP administrator password For instructions refer to the Setting HP Administrator Passwords section...

Page 209: ...le the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press f2 For navigation instructions press f1 ÄAccess or set your preferences by following these directions To view general system information select File System Information To view or enter identification values for system components select Security System IDs 4 To confirm the information...

Page 210: ...ntivirus software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair damage they have caused To provide protection against newly discovered viruses antivirus software must be updated Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on the tablet PC For information about using the Norton AntiVirus software Select Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus Help and Support For more information about computer vi...

Page 211: ...ic alarms and user interfaces for configuring the firewall To protect your privacy it is recommended that you use firewall software The Windows operating system firewall is available on your tablet PC To learn more about this firewall 1 Select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Windows Firewall 2 Select the General tab To learn more about Windows Firewall select the What else sho...

Page 212: ...n tries to connect To temporarily block the application select Keep blocking this program but ask me again later The next time the application attempts to connect to your tablet PC you will receive the security alert To manually add an application to the Windows Firewall Exceptions list so that it will not be blocked by the firewall 1 Select Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Win...

Page 213: ...tical Security Updates for Windows XP disc may have been included with your tablet PC to provide additional updates delivered after the computer was configured Throughout the life of the computer Microsoft will continue to update the operating system and make these updates available on their Web site To update your system using the Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc 1 Insert the disc in...

Page 214: ...curity for ProtectTools Depending on your tablet PC model add on modules may be preinstalled preloaded or downloaded from the HP Web site Visit http www hp com for more information Embedded Security for ProtectTools You must have the optional embedded security chip in your tablet PC in order to use Embedded Security for ProtectTools Embedded Security for ProtectTools has security features that pro...

Page 215: ...ecurity features accessed through BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools For more information refer to the Embedded Security for ProtectTools online Help or the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Guide Credential Manager for ProtectTools Credential Manager for ProtectTools has security features that provide protection against unauthorized access to your tablet PC including the following Alternatives t...

Page 216: ...nage power on user passwords and administrator passwords Configure preboot authentication features such as smart card passwords and power on passwords Enable and disable hardware features such as the enable CD ROM boot feature Configure boot options which includes disabling the ability to boot to drives other than the primary hard drive Many of the features in BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools a...

Page 217: ... Manager for ProtectTools Work with the BIOS to enable optional smart card authentication in a preboot environment and to configure separate smart cards for an administrator and a user This requires a user to insert the smart card and optionally enter a PIN prior to allowing the operating system to load For more information on BIOS security features refer to Chapter 15 Computer Setup Set and chang...

Page 218: ...t 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 219: ... PC restarts the operating system after you exit Computer Setup Pointing devices are not supported in Computer Setup you must use the keyboard to navigate and make selections An external keyboard connected by USB can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled For more information about USB refer to Chapter 10 USB Devices The menu tables later in this chapter provide an overv...

Page 220: ...view navigation information press f1 To return to the Computer Setup menu press esc 2 Select the File Security Tools or Advanced menu 3 To exit Computer Setup choose one of the following To exit without saving any changes use the arrow keys to select File Ignore changes and exit and then follow the instructions on the screen To exit and save all the settings you have entered use the arrow keys to ...

Page 221: ...sage is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press f2 To view navigation information press f1 2 Use the arrow keys to select File Restore defaults 3 Select the Restore Defaults check box 4 To confirm the restoration press f10 5 Select File Save changes and exit and then follow the instructions on the screen When the computer restarts the factory settings are rest...

Page 222: ...e system configuration settings to a diskette Restore from floppy Restore system configuration settings from a diskette Restore defaults Replace configuration settings in Computer Setup with factory default settings Identification information is retained Ignore changes and exit Cancel changes entered during the current session Then exit and restart the tablet PC Save changes and exit Save changes ...

Page 223: ...omputer Setup by turning on not restarting the tablet PC Smart Card Security Enable Disable power on support for smart cards This feature is supported by select smart card readers only Embedded Security Enable Disable the embedded security chip Restore embedded security chip to factory settings Enable Disable power on authentication support Enable Disable automatic DriveLock Reset power on authent...

Page 224: ...est options Run a quick or comprehensive self test on any hard drive in the system Battery Information View information about any battery packs in the tablet PC Memory Check Run a self test on memory modules in the tablet PC View information about memory modules installed in the tablet PC ...

Page 225: ... a single usually nonstandard pointing device at startup select Disable Enable Disable USB legacy support for a USB keyboard mouse and hub When USB legacy support is enabled A USB keyboard mouse and hub work even when a Windows operating system is not loaded The tablet PC starts from a bootable hard drive diskette drive diskette or CD CD RW or DVD inserted into a drive connected by a USB connector...

Page 226: ...chapter Prepare for a system ROM update by identifying through the Computer Setup utility the ROM version currently installed on the tablet PC 2 Access the updates through your local HP Web site or the Support Software CD purchased separately 3 Download and install the updates The tablet PC system ROM stores the BIOS The BIOS determines how the tablet PC hardware interacts with the operating syste...

Page 227: ...ormation will be needed The product category is Tablet PC The product family name and series number are printed in the lower right corner of the display bezel Model information is provided on the serial number label on the bottom of the tablet PC To determine whether available ROM updates contain a later ROM version than currently installed on the tablet PC you need to know the version of the syst...

Page 228: ...tPaqs Some ROM updates may be packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs Most download packages contain a file named Readme txt A Readme txt file contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file Downloading System ROM ÄCAUTION To prevent an unsuccessful installation download and install the system ROM only while the tablet PC is connected to reliable external power using the...

Page 229: ...PC b Select the software you want and follow the download instructions on the screen 4 When the download is complete open Windows Explorer 5 In Windows Explorer select My Computer and then the hard drive designation usually drive C and then the folder to which you saved the downloaded item 6 In the folder double click the name or number of the software package containing the system ROM update The ...

Page 230: ...e 4 When the download is complete open Windows Explorer 5 In Windows Explorer select My Computer and then the hard drive designation usually drive C and then the folder to which you saved the downloaded item 6 In the folder double click the name or number of the software package containing the update 7 Double click the file that includes an exe extension for example Filename exe The installation b...

Page 231: ...sing personal data The Operating System disc also allows you to reinstall the operating system software provided with the tablet PC For best results attempt to recover optimal tablet PC functionality by using the following procedures in the order described here Safeguarding Your Data Software or devices added to the tablet PC can cause your system to become unstable To safeguard your documents sto...

Page 232: ... PC restarts and creates the first snapshot After the snapshot is created the tablet PC restarts and the software makes the snapshots available for recovery through Windows Local Recovery is installed with a default schedule so that snapshots of your files are automatically taken on a regular basis You can change the snapshot schedule For more information see the Altiris Local Recovery Help You ca...

Page 233: ...formance and before installing new software or devices Doing this enables you to return to a previous configuration restore point if you encounter problems To set a system restore point manually 1 Select Start Help and Support System Restore 2 Select Create a restore point and then follow the instructions on the screen To restore the tablet PC to a previous date and time when it was functioning op...

Page 234: ... within the application and reinstalls deleted system files within the application In most cases If the application you are repairing or reinstalling is still installed on your tablet PC the reinstallation process does not affect your settings within the application In all cases If an application has been deleted from your tablet PC the reinstallation process reinstalls the application or utility ...

Page 235: ... drive of an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II 4 Restart the tablet PC 5 When prompted press any key to boot from the disc After a few minutes the Welcome to Setup Wizard is displayed ÄOn the Welcome to Setup Wizard do not press R step 8 in this procedure until you have completed steps 6 and 7 6 Press enter to continue A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed 7 Press f8 to accept the agre...

Page 236: ...ablet PC you can reinstall the operating system To reinstall the operating system 1 Connect an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II to the tablet PC 2 Connect the tablet PC to external power and turn on the tablet PC 3 Immediately insert the Operating System disc into the optical drive of an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II 4 Restart the tablet PC 5 When prompted press any key to boo...

Page 237: ...ware After the operating system installation process is complete you must reinstall drivers To reinstall drivers use the Application and Driver Recovery disc included with the tablet PC 1 While running Windows insert the Application and Driver Recovery disc into the optical drive of an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II If you do not have autorun enabled select Start Run Then type D SWSETUP...

Page 238: ...terface for each user This feature simplifies administration and support in multilingual computing environments Enabling and Switching MUI Languages To switch between installed languages on the MUI 1 Select Start Control Panel Date Time Language and Regional Options 2 Select Regional and Language Options 3 Select the Language tab 4 Select the language from the Language Used in Menus and Dialogs dr...

Page 239: ...sian language you must use the Asian character input pad Restoring the MUI Capabilities After Reinstalling the Operating System After you have reinstalled the operating system you must install the Microsoft NET Framework to restore full MUI capabilities The Microsoft NET Framework can be installed from the Driver Restore disc To install the NET Framework 1 Insert the Driver Restore disc into an op...

Page 240: ...gh the Flash Upgrade Utility A Flash Upgrade Utility is provided with the Bluetooth software to provide a means to upload firmware updates to the Bluetooth integrated module As new features are implemented in Bluetooth or if firmware updates are needed they will be available through a SoftPaq on the HP Web Site at http www hp com To upload new firmware to the Bluetooth module 1 To access the page ...

Page 241: ...surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as fabric or carpet to block the airflow Your tablet PC is designed as a durable product To maintain its performance and promote longevity follow these guidelines Carry and store your tablet PC in a portable carrying case Keep Zip disks and modular disk drives away from magnetic fields which can erase your data Keep liquids and e...

Page 242: ...or extended periods The tablet PC is designed to run demanding applications at full power As a result of increased power consumption it is normal for the tablet PC to feel warm or hot when used continuously The tablet PC complies with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 Cleaning ÅWARNING To re...

Page 243: ...damage do not clean the keyboard with liquids of any kind Do not use a regular vacuum cleaner to clean the keyboard because you may deposit normal household debris on the surfaces rather than remove it Display ÄCAUTION To prevent permanent damage to your tablet PC never spray water cleaning fluids or chemicals on the screen To remove smudges and lint frequently clean your display with a soft damp ...

Page 244: ...et PC and clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth External Mouse Keeping an external mouse clean can substantially improve its performance and prevent loss of mouse pointer control To clean an external mouse complete the following steps 1 Turn the mouse over and rotate the circular plate about 1 4 inch counterclockwise until it pops loose Most mice have an arrow to indicate the direction to turn the ...

Page 245: ...emove the ball from your mouse and clean it with an antistatic wipe or a lint free cotton cloth 3 Spray the inside of the mouse with compressed air or clean it with a noncotton swab to remove loose debris and dust 4 Replace the ball and the bottom plate ...

Page 246: ...2 Turn off and then disconnect all external devices 3 Shut down the tablet PC 4 If the tablet PC will be disconnected from an external power source for more than 2 weeks remove all battery packs and store them in a cool dry place 5 If you are shipping the tablet PC place it in the original packing box or similar protective packaging and label the package FRAGILE ...

Page 247: ...h the airline in advance In flight tablet PC use is at the discretion of the airline If your tablet PC has a GSM device such as the GPRS Multiport Module you must turn off the GSM device on your tablet PC before boarding and keep it turned off if you plan to use your tablet PC during the flight If you are traveling internationally Consult with Customer Care about power cord and adapter requirement...

Page 248: ...tric U S Temperature Operating not writing to optical disc 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Operating writing to optical disc 5 C to 35 C 41 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 14 7 to 10 1 psia 15 m to 3 048 m 50 ft to 10 000 ft Nonoperating 14 7 to 4 4 psia 15 m ...

Page 249: ...though the tablet PC can be powered from a stand alone DC power source it is strongly recommended that the tablet PC be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied or approved by HP The tablet PC 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 240 Vrms Input Power Ra...

Page 250: ...uding USB devices and NICs must be enabled in Computer Setup before they can be included in the boot sequence For more information refer to Bootable Devices in Computer Setup in this chapter Default Boot Sequence By default when more than one bootable device is in the system the tablet PC chooses the startup device by searching enabled devices and locations in a predetermined sequence On every boo...

Page 251: ...et the tablet PC to prompt you for a startup location each time the tablet PC is started or restarted The list below describes the default sequence in which drive numbers are assigned The actual startup sequence varies by configuration Default sequence for devices that boot as drive A a Optical drive in an optional docking device MultiBay or in an external MultiBay that contains a disc that boots ...

Page 252: ...r in drives inserted into an optional docking device use the arrow keys to select Advanced Device options Then select Enable USB legacy support or To enable a NIC select Security Device security and then select Internal network adapter boot 3 Save your preferences and exit Computer Setup by using the arrow keys to select File Save changes and exit and then follow the instructions on the screen You...

Page 253: ... or because the disc is not bootable it does not try to boot to the diskette drive Instead it tries to boot to the first hard drive device present in the system However if there are two optical devices and the first optical device does not boot the system tries to boot to other optical devices in the system Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations For example if you s...

Page 254: ...d 1 Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the tablet PC Press f10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press f2 For navigation instructions press f1 2 Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Boot options and then press enter 3 Toggle the MultiBoot field to Enable 4 Toggle the Boot Order fields to the boot sequence ...

Page 255: ...nstructions press f1 2 Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Boot options and then press enter 3 In the Express Boot Popup Delay Sec field select the length of time in seconds that you want the tablet PC to display the startup location menu before it defaults to the current MultiBoot setting when 0 is selected the Express Boot startup location menu is not displayed 4 Save your preferences and exit...

Page 256: ...nu select your preference within the allotted time and then press enter To prevent the tablet PC from defaulting to the current MultiBoot setting press any key before the allotted time expires The tablet PC will not start up until you select a startup location and press enter To allow the tablet PC to start up according to the current MultiBoot settings wait for the allotted time to expire ...

Page 257: ...management are Initial software image deployment Remote system software installation Software management and updates ROM updates Tracking and security of computer assets the hardware and software installed on the computer Fault notification and recovery of certain system software and hardware components Support for specific features described in this chapter may vary depending on the computer mode...

Page 258: ...software deployment tools such as Altiris Deployment Solutions to replace the preinstalled software with a customized software image Using a disk cloning process to copy the contents from one hard drive to another The deployment method you should use depends on your organization s technology environment and processes Visit the HP Web site at http www hp com go pcsolutions for more information on s...

Page 259: ...vides superior hardware management capabilities for HP devices that include Detailed views of hardware inventory for asset management PC health check monitoring and diagnostics Web accessible reporting of business critical details such as machines with thermal warnings and memory alerts Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS Additional functionality can be added whe...

Page 260: ...et Management Software license compliance Computer tracking and reporting Computer lease contract information and fixed asset tracking System Software Deployment and Migration Windows 2000 XP migration System deployment Personality personal user settings migration Help Desk and Problem Resolution Managing Help Desk tickets Remote troubleshooting Remote problem resolution Client disaster recovery S...

Page 261: ...formation visit the HP Web site at http www hp com go easydeploy Altiris PC Transplant Pro Altiris PC Transplant Pro allows you to preserve old settings preferences and data and migrate them to a new environment quickly and easily For more information visit the HP Web site at http www hp com go easydeploy System Software Manager System Software Manager SSM lets you remotely update system level sof...

Page 262: ...Play 5 11 autorun 5 11 B battery bay primary inserting battery pack 2 19 removing battery pack 2 19 battery charge displays hotkey 3 6 increasing accuracy 2 22 interpreting 2 23 battery light 1 2 battery pack calibrating 2 26 disposing of 2 33 monitoring charge 2 22 primary 2 19 primary bay 1 15 recycling 2 33 storing 2 17 2 32 travel battery connector 1 15 See also battery power battery pack rele...

Page 263: ...rk 11 8 calibration battery 2 26 cap replacing pointing stick 3 3 caps lock light 1 1 Capture Screen item on Q Menu 12 9 Capture Window item on Q Menu 12 10 card and socket services PC Card 7 1 card See digital memory cards CDs Support Software CD 16 1 command controls identified 4 7 procedures 4 10 Quick Reference 4 9 Computer Setup accessing 15 1 Advanced menu 15 7 changing language in 15 2 disp...

Page 264: ...internal keypad 3 22 num lock 3 23 disc optical See CDs DVDs display release button 1 9 display switch setting preferences 3 16 display switching image to or from 3 6 3 7 docking connector 1 14 downloading software 16 5 system ROM 16 4 drive media affected by airport security 6 2 DriveLock 14 13 drives affected by airport security 6 2 caring for 6 1 shipping 6 2 DVD region settings 5 11 DVDs Appli...

Page 265: ... requirements for 9 16 initiated during critical low battery condition 2 24 initiating 2 9 12 14 restoring from 2 9 hibernation file 9 16 holder pen 4 5 hotkeys shortcut reference to commands 3 6 switch image 3 7 with external keyboards 3 10 HP administrator password 14 8 HP password 14 5 HP password guidelines 14 6 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 14 25 hub USB 10 2 humidity specifications A 1 I ...

Page 266: ... 3 22 shortcut 3 10 Windows applications 1 5 Windows logo 1 5 L landscape orientation 4 13 Landscape View Primary and Secondary 4 13 Landscape Primary item on Q Menu 12 12 Landscape Secondary item on Q Menu 12 13 left pointing stick button 1 3 left TouchPad button 1 3 lights battery 1 2 caps lock 1 1 IDE drive 1 1 6 3 num lock 1 2 3 21 power 1 2 volume mute 1 1 wireless 1 2 lock security cable 14 ...

Page 267: ...8 network jack 1 10 Norton AntiVirus 14 21 num lock key 3 22 num lock light 1 2 3 22 number keys on on screen keyboard 4 15 numeric keypad 3 22 O on screen keyboard 4 15 operating environment specifications A 1 operating system 14 22 passwords 14 5 security 14 1 overhead projector connecting 6 9 switching display to or from 3 6 P passwords DriveLock 14 14 forgetting 14 4 HP 14 5 HP administrator 1...

Page 268: ...ointing stick location 1 3 using 3 3 pointing stick cap replacing 3 3 pointing stick buttons 1 3 port infrared 13 16 portrait orientation 4 13 Portrait View Primary and Secondary 4 13 Portrait Primary item on Q Menu 12 12 Portrait Secondary item on Q Menu 12 12 power switching between AC and battery 2 17 See also battery power power connector 1 10 Power Controls item on Q Menu 12 14 power light 1 ...

Page 269: ... 12 14 Q Menu Settings 12 14 Shut Down 12 14 standby 12 13 Tablet PC Settings 12 14 Volume 12 9 Wireless On Off 12 9 R RAM random access memory 9 16 rated input power specifications A 2 region settings DVD 5 11 replacing primary hard drive 6 4 primary memory module 9 6 reset emergency shut down 4 11 restoring from hibernation 2 9 resuming from standby 2 10 right pointing stick button 1 3 right Tou...

Page 270: ...dow 4 11 software updates 16 1 determining current version of system ROM 16 2 speaker 1 13 5 1 5 2 specifications operating environment A 1 rated input power A 2 standby avoiding with infrared 13 17 exiting 1 13 2 2 initiated during critical low battery condition 2 24 initiating 2 10 12 13 initiating with hotkey 3 6 resuming from 2 10 standby item on Q Menu 12 13 Support Software CD 16 1 S Video c...

Page 271: ...with tablet PC environmental specifications A 2 traveling with the tablet PC battery pack temperature considerations 2 32 external power 2 25 protecting hardware connectors 8 2 turning off the tablet PC 4 11 U updating software 16 1 USB connectors 10 2 USB devices 10 1 10 2 10 3 USB hubs 10 2 USB port 1 11 1 13 USB legacy support 10 3 15 1 V VCR connecting audio 5 5 connecting video 5 5 switching ...

Page 272: ...eless types of WLAN adapters 13 8 wireless local area network WLAN 13 8 WLAN software 13 9 wireless button 1 13 13 12 wireless device antennae 1 16 wireless light 1 2 Wireless On Off item on Q Menu 12 9 WLAN Wireless Local Area Network identifying devices 13 8 software 13 9 troubleshooting 13 9 types 13 8 ...

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