Table Of Contents - HP OmniBook XE3 Reference Manual

Contents
Introducing Your Computer............................................................................................. 9
Taking Inventory .......................................................................................................... 10
Software bundled on your computer ...................................................................... 10
To buy accessories.................................................................................................. 10
To find more information ....................................................................................... 11
Identifying Parts of the Notebook ................................................................................ 12
Top and right side view .......................................................................................... 12
Front view............................................................................................................... 13
Rear and left side view ........................................................................................... 14
Bottom view............................................................................................................ 15
Status lights............................................................................................................. 16
Multimedia buttons................................................................................................. 17
Status panel............................................................................................................. 18
Power switch and standby button........................................................................... 19
Setting Up the Computer.............................................................................................. 20
To install the battery ............................................................................................... 20
To connect AC power............................................................................................. 21
To connect a phone line.......................................................................................... 22
To turn on the computer ......................................................................................... 23
To set up Windows ................................................................................................. 23
To register your computer ...................................................................................... 24
To connect to an Internet Service Provider ............................................................ 25
To reset your computer........................................................................................... 26
Using Your Computer...................................................................................................... 27
Operating the Computer ............................................................................................... 28
To use the Fn hot keys............................................................................................ 28
To use the Windows and Applications keys .......................................................... 29
To use the embedded keypad ................................................................................. 29
To use the ALT GR key ......................................................................................... 30
To adjust the display brightness ............................................................................. 30
To adjust the volume .............................................................................................. 30
To use the touch pad............................................................................................... 31
To use the One-Touch buttons ............................................................................... 33
Securing the Computer................................................................................................. 36
To set up password protection................................................................................ 36
To attach a security cable ....................................................................................... 38
To use virus-protection software ............................................................................ 38
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC ................................................................... 39
Caring for Your Computer ........................................................................................... 41
To protect your hard disk drive .............................................................................. 41
To take care of your computer................................................................................ 41
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