Page 1 Hardware Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 333955-001 August 2003 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features, including connectors for external devices. It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with the notebook.
Page 2 Corporation in the US and/or other countries. SD Logo is a trademark. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components..... . 1–1 Top Components ....... 1–2 Lights .
Page 4 Contents Increasing Screen Brightness (fn+f10) ... 2–8 Displaying System Information (fn+esc) ..2–9 Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys with External Keyboards ....... . . 2–9 Using Quick Launch Buttons .
Page 5 4 Drives Caring for Drives ....... 4–1 Adding a Drive to the System ..... 4–3 Hard Drive .
Page 6 Contents Connecting a Network Cable ..... . 6–4 Linking to an Infrared Device ..... 6–5 Setting Up an Infrared Transmission.
Page 7: Notebook Features
Pointing Device Components Component Pointing stick Left and right pointing stick buttons TouchPad Left and right TouchPad buttons Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.
Page 8: Top Components
Notebook Features Top Components Component Quick Launch buttons (3) Power button 1–2 Description Enable you to access common functions with a single keystroke. Refer to “Using Quick Launch Buttons,” in Chapter 2 of this guide. When the notebook is: ■ Off, press and release to turn on the notebook.
Page 9 To resume proper notebook operation, remove the unauthorized device. Contact your HP Customer Care Center if a warning message about your MiniPCI device displays in error. Displays shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Page 10 Notebook Features Component Display latch recess Memory compartment (not shown; located under the keyboard) 1–4 Description Secures the display when the notebook is closed. Contains one primary memory module slot (populated) and one expansion slot. Hardware Guide...
Page 11: Lights
Lights Component Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless On/Off Power/Standby Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled.
Page 12 Notebook Features Component Battery Drive MultiBay 1–6 Description On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: 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 light begins blinking more quickly.
Page 13: Left Side Components
Left Side Components Component Security cable slot Exhaust vent Optical disc drive Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.
Page 14 Notebook Features Component Optical disc drive eject button Battery bay 1–8 Description Opens the optical disc drive when pressed. Holds the primary battery pack. Battery pack ships outside the notebook. Hardware Guide...
Page 15: Right Side Components
Right Side Components Component PC Card eject buttons (2) PC Card slots (2) Secure Digital (SD) slot Infrared port Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Eject an optional PC Card or Smart Card (if a Smart Card Reader is installed) from the top or bottom PC Card slot.
Page 16 Notebook Features Component RJ-11 jack Audio line-out jack Microphone jack MultiBay Bluetooth compartment 1–10 Description Connects a modem cable. Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Connects an optional monaural microphone. Supports an optional MultiBay device, such as a drive or battery pack. Holds a Bluetooth device.
Page 17: Front View Components
Front View Components Component Speakers (2) Display release latch Mute button Volume control buttons Wireless antennae (2) Å Exposure to Radio Frequency 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.
Page 18: Rear Panel Components
Notebook Features Rear Panel Components Component USB connector Self-powered USB connector Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant 1394 connector Power connector Serial connector Parallel connector 1–12 Description Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable. devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable.
Page 19 Component S-Video out jack External monitor connector RJ-45 jack Intake vent Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. Connects a network cable.
Page 20: Bottom Components
Notebook Features Bottom Components Component Intake Vent Docking connector Keyboard access screw Battery bay release latch Business card holder 1–14 Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing may block airflow.
Page 21 Component Hard drive cover latch Hard drive bay MultiBay release latch Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Releases the cover on the hard drive bay. Holds the primary hard drive. Allows removal of the MultiBay drive. 1–15...
Page 22: Labels
Notebook Features Labels Label Bluetooth label COA (Certificate of Authenticity) label WLAN label 1–16 Description Provides regulatory information about the Bluetooth device that is available on some notebook models. ✎ You will need this information to use the Bluetooth device while traveling internationally.
Page 23 Label Serial number label System label Modem label Hardware Guide Notebook Features Description Identifies the notebook. You may need this number if you call customer support. Provides regulatory information about the notebook. Lists the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. ✎...
Page 24: Pointing Devices And Keyboard
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using a Pointing Device By default, the pointing stick and TouchPad components can be used interchangeably. Component Pointing stick Left and right pointing stick buttons Hardware Guide Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.
Page 25 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Component TouchPad Left and right TouchPad buttons 2–2 Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling and double-clicking. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.
Page 26: Using The Pointing Stick
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.
Page 27: Using An External Mouse
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using an External Mouse An external USB mouse can be connected to the notebook using one of the connectors on the back panel. An external PS/2 or USB mouse can be connected to the system through an optional Port Replicator.
Page 28: Using Hotkeys And Shortcut Keys
Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys Hotkeys and shortcut keys, which are preset combinations of the key and another key, execute specific system functions. Identifying fn and Function Keys Component Function keys fn key ■ A hotkey is a combination of the function keys.
Page 29: Hotkey And Shortcut Key Quick Reference
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference Function Initiate Standby Switch between notebook display and external display View battery information Decrease the screen brightness Increase the screen brightness Display system information 2–6 Key Combination to Activate Function fn+f3 fn+f4 fn+f8...
Page 30: Initiating Standby (Fn+F3)
Initiating Standby (fn+f3) ■ When the notebook is on, press the Standby. When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved. While the notebook is in Standby, the Power/Standby light blinks.
Page 31: Viewing Battery Charge Information (Fn+F8)
Pointing Devices and Keyboard ■ S-Video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture boards with S-Video-in jacks) ■ Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture boards with composite-video-in jacks) ■ DVI-D (external monitors that support the DVI-D interface) ✎ Composite video and DVI-D devices can only be connected to the notebook when it is docked in an optional Advanced Port Replicator.
Page 32: Displaying System Information (Fn+Esc)
Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc components and software version numbers. Press time to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM. The BIOS date may display in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2002 F.07.
Page 33: Using Quick Launch Buttons
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Quick Launch Buttons The 3 Quick Launch buttons enable you to execute specific system functions with a single keystroke. Quick Launch button descriptions Component QuickLock button 2–10 Description Disables the keyboard and pointing device and clears the display. Before you can use QuickLock, you must set a password and select preferences.
Page 34 Component Wireless On/Off button Presentation Mode button Hardware Guide Pointing Devices and Keyboard Description Turns the wireless LAN and optional Bluetooth device on and off when these devices are enabled in the software utilities. Sets the notebook to presentation mode, which opens a user-defined application, folder, file, or Web site.
Page 35: Using Keypads
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Keypads The notebook has an embedded numeric keypad and supports an optional external keypad or an optional external 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.
Page 36 Enabling and Disabling the Embedded Numeric Keypad Press fn+num lk lock light turns on. Press standard keyboard functions. ✎ The embedded numeric keypad does not work while an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the notebook or to an optional Port Replicator.
Page 37: Using An External Keypad
Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using an External Keypad Most keys on most external keypads function differently, depending on whether num lock mode is on or off. For example: ■ When num lock mode is on, most keypad keys type numbers. ■...
Page 38 4. Select or clear the Num Lock State at Boot field: ❏ To enable num lock mode on an external keypad, select the field. ❏ To disable num lock mode on an external keypad, clear the field. 5. Press f10. 6.
Page 39: Battery Packs
Running the Notebook on Battery Power When the notebook is connected to external AC power, the notebook runs on external power. When a charged battery pack is in the notebook and the notebook is not connected to external power, the notebook runs on battery power.
Page 40: Identifying Battery Packs
Library CD to the Software Guide, “Power” chapter. ✎ Only compatible AC adapters and battery packs should be used with the notebook. For additional information, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com, booklet, included with your notebook, to contact an HP authorized dealer.
Page 41: Inserting Or Removing A Primary Battery Pack
Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated.
Page 42 Battery Packs To remove a battery pack, turn the notebook upside down. Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 as you pull the battery pack 2 from the battery bay. 3–4 Hardware Guide...
Page 43: Inserting Or Removing A Multibay Battery Pack
Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, turn the notebook upside down and slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated.
Page 44 Battery Packs To remove a battery pack, turn the notebook upside down. Slide and hold the MultiBay release latch 1 as you pull the battery pack 2 from the MultiBay. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the MultiBay when no device is in the MultiBay, insert the weight saver to protect the bay opening.
Page 45: Charging A Battery Pack
Charging a Battery Pack All battery packs inserted into the notebook charge whenever the notebook is connected to external power through an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. ✎ An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can be used to run the notebook, but it cannot be used to charge a battery pack.
Page 46: Charging A New Battery Pack
Battery Packs Charging a New Battery Pack Fully charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. A new battery pack that has been partially but not fully charged can run the notebook, but the battery charge indicators may be inaccurate.
Page 47: Monitoring The Charge In A Battery Pack
Monitoring the Charge in 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 discharge to about 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it.
Page 48: Battery Pack
Battery Packs Interpreting Charge Displays Most charge displays report battery status as both a percentage and in the number of minutes of charge remaining. ■ The percent 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.
Page 49 Displaying Charge Information on a MultiBay Battery Pack You can determine the percent of a full charge remaining in a battery pack that is not inserted into the notebook by using the battery Quick Check feature. MultiBay battery packs have battery Quick Check.
Page 50: Managing Low-Battery Conditions
Battery Packs Managing Low-Battery Conditions Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be changed in the Power Options window of the operating system. The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Preferences set in the Power Options window do not affect lights.
Page 51: Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Ä CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power the power/standby light turns off. When External Power Is Available To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is available, do one of the following: ■...
Page 52: Calibrating A Battery Pack
Battery Packs Calibrating a Battery Pack This section describes when and how to calibrate a battery pack. When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to calibrate a new battery pack before first use.
Page 53: Discharging The Battery Pack
Discharging the Battery Pack Before you begin a full discharge, disable Hibernation. To disable Hibernation: 1. Open the Power Options window: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Hibernate tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance >...
Page 54 Battery Packs To fully discharge a battery pack: 1. Select the power icon on the taskbar, or access the Power Schemes tab: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Power Schemes tab. ❏...
Page 55: Recharging The Battery Pack
Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the notebook to external power and maintain the connection until the battery pack is fully recharged. The battery light on the notebook turns off. You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is off.
Page 56: Battery Conservation Procedures And Settings
Battery Packs Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings Using the battery conservation procedures and settings described below extends the time that a battery pack can run the notebook from a single charge. Conserving Power as You Work To conserve power as you use the notebook: ■...
Page 57: Selecting Power Conservation Settings
Selecting Power Conservation Settings To set the notebook to conserve power: ■ Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion. To access screen saver settings: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >...
Page 58: Storing A Battery Pack
Battery Packs Storing a Battery Pack If a notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove any battery packs from the notebook and store them separately. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time.
Page 59: Disposing Of A Used Battery Pack
■ In Europe, dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP, your authorized HP partners, or their agents. ■ In other regions, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers...
Page 60: Drives
Caring for Drives Drives are fragile notebook 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. Hardware Guide Drives 4–1...
Page 61 Drives Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss or damage to the notebook or a drive: ■ Handle a drive carefully. Do not drop it. ■ Excessive force can damage drive connectors. When you insert a drive, use only enough force to seat the drive. ■...
Page 62: Adding A Drive To The System
Adding a Drive to the System Removable drives enable you to store and access data. ■ A standard drive can be added to the system by inserting the drive into the notebook MultiBay or optional Advanced Port Replicator. ■ A diskette drive can also be added. ■...
Page 63: Hard Drive
Drives Hard Drive This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook. Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light The hard drive activity light turns on when the primary hard drive or integrated optical drive is being accessed. 4–4 Hardware Guide...
Page 64: Replacing The Primary Hard Drive
Replacing the Primary Hard Drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. Remove it only after the notebook is properly shut down. Ä CAUTION: To prevent system lockup and loss of information: ■ Shut down the notebook before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay.
Page 65 Drives 5. Slide the hard drive latch 1 forward to open the hard drive compartment, and remove the hard drive cover 2. 6. Lift the hard drive and remove it from the compartment. 4–6 Hardware Guide...
Page 66 Drives To replace the primary hard drive: 1. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive compartment. 2. Replace the hard drive cover and push down until the cover is latched into place. Hardware Guide 4–7...
Page 67 Drives 3. Replace the hard drive cover retaining screw. 4–8 Hardware Guide...
Page 68: Optical Drive
Optical Drive This section describes how to use optical discs in the integrated optical drive. Inserting an Optical Disc 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull the tray 2 out until it is fully extended. Position a CD or DVD over the tray with the label side up.
Page 69: Removing An Optical Disc (With Power)
Drives Removing an Optical Disc (with Power) To remove a disc when power is available: 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray 2 out until it is fully extended. 3.
Page 70: Removing An Optical Disc (No Power)
Removing an Optical Disc (No Power) To remove a disc when power is unavailable: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the manual eject recess in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released, then pull out the tray 2 until it is fully extended.
Page 71: Displaying Optical Disc Contents
Drives Displaying Optical Disc Contents When an optical disc is inserted into a drive, the contents of the disc display on the screen when Autorun is enabled. To display the contents of a disc when Autorun is not enabled: 1. Click Start > Run, then type: where X = the designation of the drive containing the disc.
Page 72: Multibay Drive
Resume from Hibernation or Standby by pressing the power button. Audio or video may resume or you may need to restart the medium. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible video degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while playing any media.
Page 73: Using A Multibay Hard Drive Adapter
Drives Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter A hard drive must be inserted into an optional MultiBay hard drive adapter before it can be used in the MultiBay. The hard drive assembly (the hard drive inserted into the MultiBay adapter) is then inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay device.
Page 74 Drives 2. Lower the drive into the adapter, then slide the connectors on the drive toward the connectors in the adapter until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Hardware Guide 4–15...
Page 75 Drives Removing a Hard Drive from the Adapter To remove a hard drive from a MultiBay hard drive adapter: 1. Slide the adapter release latches to the left. 2. Gently disengage the drive by sliding it away from the connectors on the adapter, then remove the drive. 4–16 Hardware Guide...
Page 76: Inserting A Drive Into The Multibay
Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay ✎ Before inserting a hard drive into the MultiBay, insert the drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter as described earlier in this chapter. Turn the notebook upside down. With the connector on the drive or drive assembly facing the MultiBay, slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated.
Page 77: Removing A Drive From The Multibay
Drives Removing a Drive from the MultiBay Ä CAUTION: To prevent system lockup and loss of information, stop the drive before removing it. To stop the drive: ■ Windows 2000—Select the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar, then select the drive you want to remove. When it is safe to remove the drive, a message is displayed.
Page 78 Drives 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch 1 toward the side of the notebook. 5. Pull the drive or drive assembly 2 out of the MultiBay. Hardware Guide 4–19...
Page 79: Audio And Video
Using Audio Features The notebook includes the audio components described in the following table. Audio Component Speakers (2) Mute button Volume control buttons Hardware Guide Audio and Video Function Produce system sound. Mutes the system volume. Increase and decrease system volume.
Page 80: Using The Audio Line-Out Jack
Audio and Video Audio Component Audio line-out jack Microphone jack Using the Audio Line-Out Jack Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones or a headset. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single-sound channel (monaural) connector into the stereo speaker/headphone (line-out) jack.
Page 81: Using The Microphone Jack
Using the Microphone Jack When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a single-sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A monaural electret condenser microphone is recommended. ■ If you connect a stereo microphone, left-channel sound will record on both channels. ■...
Page 82: Using Video Features
Audio and Video Using Video Features The S-Video out jack connects the notebook to an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. An S-Video connection usually provides a higher quality image than a composite-video connection. If you are combining audio and video functions, such as playing a movie from a DVD to a television, you will need a standard audio cable, available from most electronics retailers.
Page 83: Using The S-Video Out Jack
Using the S-Video Out Jack To transmit video signals through the S-Video out jack, you need an S-Video cable available from most electronics retailers. To connect a video device to the S-Video out jack: 1. Plug either end of the S-Video cable 1 into the S-Video out jack on the notebook.
Page 84: Communication Devices
Communication Devices Connecting a Modem Cable 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, with the use of a country-specific modem adapter. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but are not compatible with the modem.
Page 85: Using The Rj-11 Cable
Communication Devices Using the RJ-11 Cable To connect an RJ-11 modem cable: 1. Plug the modem cable 1 into the RJ-11 jack on the notebook. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ-45 network jack.
Page 86: Using A Country-Specific Adapter Cable
Using a Country-Specific Adapter Cable Telephone jacks vary by country. To use the modem and the RJ-11 cable outside the country in which you purchased the notebook, you must obtain a country-specific modem adapter. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Modem and Networking guide for more details about using your notebook internationally.
Page 87: Connecting A Network Cable
Communication Devices Connecting a Network Cable A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 connector at each end. If the network cable contains noise suppression circuitry, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. To connect the network cable: 1.
Page 88: Linking To An Infrared Device
Linking to an Infrared Device The notebook is IrDA-compliant—4 megabits per second (Mbps) standard—and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device that 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.
Page 89: Setting Up An Infrared Transmission
Communication Devices Setting Up an Infrared Transmission For information about using infrared software, refer to your operating system Help file. To set up infrared devices for optimal transmission: ■ Prepare the infrared ports on both devices for transmission. ■ Position the devices so that their infrared ports face one another at a distance no greater than 1 meter (3.3 feet).
Page 90: External Devices
The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■ For information about installing or loading any software required by the device, such as drivers, refer to the documentation included with the device.
Page 91: Connecting A Monitor Or Projector
External Devices Connecting a Monitor or Projector To connect an external monitor or projector to the notebook, insert the monitor cable into the external monitor connector on the back of the notebook. ✎ If a properly connected external monitor or projector does not display an image, try pressing the to the monitor.
Page 92: Enabling Usb Legacy Support
USB hubs can be connected to a USB connector on the notebook or an optional Port Replicator, 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.
Page 93: Connecting An Optional External Multibay
External Devices Connecting an Optional External MultiBay An external MultiBay connects to the notebook by way of the self-powered USB connector and enables you to use MultiBay drives. For more information about the external MultiBay, refer to the documentation that is included with the device. 7–4 Hardware Guide...
Page 94: Connecting An Optional Cable Lock
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock ✎ The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2.
Page 95: Hardware Upgrades
HP Web site at Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. For information about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, “Software Updates and Restorations”...
Page 96: Inserting A Pc Card
Hardware Upgrades Ä CAUTION: If you install software or enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■...
Page 97: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the PC Card before removing it. 1. Stop the PC Card. ❏ In Windows 2000, select the Unplug or Eject icon in the taskbar, then stop the card you plan to remove. When the card can be safely removed, a message is displayed.
Page 98: Using Sd Cards
Hardware Upgrades Using SD Cards Secure Digital (SD) cards are removable postage stamp-sized CompactFlash storage devices that provide a convenient method of storing data and sharing it with other devices such as PDAs, cameras, and other SD-equipped PCs. Inserting an SD Card Ä...
Page 99: Removing An Sd Card
Removing an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or system lockup, stop the SD Card before removing it. To remove an SD Card: 1. Close all files and applications using the SD Card. 2. Stop the SD Card. ❏...
Page 100: Adding And Upgrading Memory Modules
Hardware Upgrades Adding and Upgrading Memory Modules Å WARNING: The memory compartments are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by an authorized service provider. Å WARNING: Failure to unplug the power cord and remove all battery packs before installing a memory expansion module can damage the equipment and expose you to the risk of electrical shock.
Page 101 4. Remove any battery packs in the notebook. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not turn on the notebook or reconnect any external cables during this procedure. 5. Turn the notebook upside down and remove the keyboard access screw.
Page 102 Hardware Upgrades 7. Unlatch the 4 keyboard release latches 1 to release the keyboard, then tilt the keyboard 2 and remove it from the notebook. 8–8 Hardware Guide...
Page 103 8. Remove an existing module, if needed. If not needed, proceed to step 9. a. Pull the retention clips away from the memory module 1. b. Lift the edge of the memory module 2 and slide it gently out of the memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle.
Page 104 Hardware Upgrades 9. Insert the new memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module 1 with the keyed area in the expansion slot. b. Insert the memory module 1 into the empty memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle. Then slide it gently into place until it is seated while tilted.
Page 105 11. Replace the keyboard and snap the 4 keyboard release latches back into place. 12. Replace the keyboard access screw on the bottom of the notebook. 13. Replace any battery packs. 14. Reconnect any external cables and turn on the notebook. Hardware Guide Hardware Upgrades 8–11...
Page 106: Effects Of Increasing Memory
To display the amount of space required by the Hibernation file: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > HP Power > Hibernation tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon >...
Page 107: Specifications
✎ Only compatible AC adapters and battery packs should be used with the notebook. For additional information, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com, booklet, included with your notebook, to contact an HP authorized dealer.
Page 108: Operating Environment
Specifications Operating Environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Rated Input Power Input Power Operating voltage Operating current Operating frequency range When powered by a DC source This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms.
Page 109: Modem Specifications
Modem Specifications This notebook has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. For additional governmental agency information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide. Factor Temperature Operating Storage Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Page 110 1394 connector 1–12 AC adapter 1–12 connecting 3–13 disconnecting 3–1 AC power, switching to and from 3–1 adapter for hard drive. See MultiBay hard drive adapter adapter, modem 6–3 Aircraft Power Adapter 1–12 connecting 3–13 tasks supported by 3–7 airport security devices 4–2 analog vs.
Page 111 Index storing 3–1 See also battery power battery power conserving 3–18 low-battery conditions 3–12 3–13 running notebook on 3–1 switching to and from 3–1 See also battery packs bay(s) hard drive 1–15 primary battery 1–8 bay. See battery bay; external diskette drive bay;...
Page 112 country-specific modem adapter 6–3 critical low-battery condition identifying 3–12 restoring from 3–13 DC power connector 1–12 device drivers 7–1 digital vs. analog line 6–1 discharge sequence 3–8 disk/diskette, displaying contents 4–12 diskette drive inserting into MultiBay 4–17 locations supported 4–3 See also drives display brightness 2–8...
Page 113 Index hard drive activity light 4–4 bay 1–15 inserting into hard drive adapter 4–14 inserting into MultiBay 4–17 locations supported 4–3 MultiBay vs. primary 4–3 removing 4–5 removing from hard drive adapter 4–14 replacing 4–5 retaining screw 4–5 See also drives hard drive bay device 4–3 headphone jack 1–10 headphones, headset...
Page 114 keypads enabling/disabling 2–13 external 2–14 internal 2–12 light(s) battery 1–6 caps lock 1–5 hard drive activity 4–4 MultiBay 1–6 num lock 1–5 power/Standby 1–5 scroll lock 1–5 Wireless On/Off 1–5 location numbers in battery charge information displays 3–10 lock, security cable 7–5 low-battery conditions 3–12 3–13 memory...
Page 115 Index noise suppression circuitry 6–1 6–4 num lock key 2–13 light 2–13 numeric keypad 2–13 optical disc drive 1–7 overhead projector composite video-out jack 5–4 connecting 7–1 switching display to or from 2–6 using with other video devices 5–4 parallel connector, identifying 1–12 PC Card eject button 8–3...
Page 116 RJ-45 jack 1–13 network cable 6–4 screen brightness 2–6 scroll lock light 1–5 SD (Secure Digital) card inserting 8–4 removing 8–5 slot 1–9 security cable slot 1–7 security features 7–5 serial connector 1–12 shortcut keys defined 2–5 with external keyboards 2–9 Sleep.
Page 117 Index TouchPad 1–1 buttons 2–1 location 2–1 using 2–3 traveling with the notebook Aircraft Power Adapter 1–12 3–13 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 1–12 3–13 battery pack temperature considerations 3–20 protecting hardware connectors 8–2 Types I, II, and III PC Cards 8–1 connectors 1–12 devices 7–3 hubs 7–3...

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1 Notebook Features

2 Pointing Devices and Keyboard

3 Battery Packs

4 Drives

5 Audio and Video

7 External Devices

8 Hardware Upgrades

9 Specifications

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