HP OmniBook 5500 - Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 HP OmniBook Accessories User’s Guide...
- Page 2 Notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard Co.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1. Using OmniBook Accessories ......1-5 Installing and Removing Accessories ...... 1-7 To remove accessories from the OmniBook ....1-8 To install the floppy drive ......1-9 To insert and eject a floppy disk ......1-10 To install the CD-ROM drive ......1-11 To insert and remove a CD......1-12 To use the CD-ROM drive safely ......1-13 To replace the battery .......1-14... -
Page 5: Using Omnibook Accessories
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Page 6: Using Omnibook Accessories
Using OmniBook Accessories The OmniBook Accessories User’s Guide describes OmniBook accessories and shows you how to install and use them. Your OmniBook provides these additional manuals: The online OmniBook User’s Guide : This introduces the OmniBook and shows you how to operate and maintain your OmniBook. It also contains troubleshooting information. -
Page 7: Installing And Removing Accessories
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories The OmniBook Accessories User’s Guide describes OmniBook accessories and shows you how to install and use them. This manual explains how to Remove accessory modules from the OmniBook. Install and use the floppy disk drive. Install and use the CD-ROM drive. -
Page 8: To Remove Accessories From The Omnibook
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To remove accessories from the OmniBook The OmniBook’s center drive bay can hold a CD-ROM drive, a floppy-disk drive, or a high-capacity (2nd) battery for extra power. High-capacity battery CD-ROM drive Floppy disk drive Floppy disk drive Use this procedure to remove any of these accessories. -
Page 9: To Install The Floppy Drive
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To install the floppy drive 1. If necessary, remove the current accessory module from the OmniBook. 2. Slide the floppy drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. –or– Connect the floppy drive to the OmniBook externally by pulling out the floppy drive cable and connecting it to the parallel port on the left side of the OmniBook. -
Page 10: To Insert And Eject A Floppy Disk
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To insert and eject a floppy disk When the OmniBook is reading or writing data to the floppy drive, the floppy disk indicator appears on the Status Panel (above the function keys). floppy disk indicator C A U T I O N Do not insert or remove a floppy disk while the OmniBook is actively reading or writing data. -
Page 11: To Install The Cd-Rom Drive
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To install the CD-ROM drive You install the CD-ROM drive in the center drive bay of the OmniBook. To use both the CD-ROM drive and the floppy disk drive, connect the floppy disk drive to the OmniBook’s parallel port (on the left side of the OmniBook). -
Page 12: To Insert And Remove A Cd
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To insert and remove a CD When the OmniBook is reading data from the CD-ROM drive, the CD disk indicator CD disk indicator appears on the Status Panel (above the function keys). C A U T I O N Do not insert or remove a CD while the OmniBook is actively reading data. -
Page 13: To Use The Cd-Rom Drive Safely
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To use the CD-ROM drive safely The CD-ROM drive used with the OmniBook is certified as a Class 1 laser device according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC 825 / IEC 825-1 (EN60825 / EN60825-1). -
Page 14: To Replace The Battery
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To replace the battery The primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeable battery. The OmniBook provides several safeguards so that you won’t be surprised by a Fully charged battery dead-battery condition—the status panel shows the remaining battery charge, the battery symbol blinks when the battery is low, and a lightning bolt symbol appears on the status panel when the battery is charging. -
Page 15: To Install A High-Capacity Battery
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To install a high-capacity battery To increase the time you can work on battery power, you can install a second, high-capacity battery in the OmniBook’s center drive bay. 1. Important Save your work. 2. -
Page 16: To Handle And Store The Battery Safely
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To handle and store the battery safely To safely use the battery, follow these instructions: To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch across the battery contacts. The battery pack is suitable for use only with compatible OmniBook models and specified battery charger local HP contact. -
Page 17: To Remove The Hard Disk Drive
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To remove the hard disk drive You can upgrade the OmniBook system by installing a new hard drive or you may want to switch hard drives between OmniBooks. 1. Important Back up all the files on your current drive C. You can back up the files to a tape drive, a network drive, a PC card, or a flexible disk. -
Page 18: To Install The Hard Disk Drive
Using OmniBook Accessories Installing and Removing Accessories To install the hard disk drive After following the previous instructions for removing the hard disk drive, use these steps to install the new hard drive. 1. Gently press downwards on the hard drive while you slide it into the drive bay. 2. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 1-19... - Page 20 OmniBook. It includes extensive troubleshooting information. Check with your computer system administrator, if you have one. Contact your dealer, or contact Hewlett-Packard—see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet or OmniBook Support in the online OmniBook Library. 1-20...
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Page 21: Solving Basic Problems
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems Solving Basic Problems If your OmniBook accessory doesn’t seem to work properly, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. This section separates problems into the following categories: Floppy disk drive problems. CD-ROM drive problems. -
Page 22: To Resolve Cd-Rom Drive Problems
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems To resolve CD-ROM drive problems Excessive static electricity discharges may cause the CD-ROM drive to stop working. If the CD-ROM drive stops responding Remove and insert the CD-ROM drive again. If nothing happens, press the Off button for two seconds, then press the blue On/Suspend button to restart the OmniBook. -
Page 23: To Resolve Hard Drive Problems
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If the OmniBook stops responding Try waiting a few moments, press the Off button for 2 seconds, then press the blue On/Suspend button. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot. If nothing happens, press the Off button for 2 seconds, then press the blue On/Suspend button. - Page 24 Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems (to restore core MS-DOS files). sys a: c: Last resort: The following commands delete all files on drive C, so you must reinstall your files after running these commands: (to reinitialize drive C) fdisk (to prepare drive C for storing data) format c: /u Then reinstall all of the original files on drive C using the HP Recovery CD and Support Utility disk.
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Page 25: Specifications And Regulatory Information
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Page 26: Specifications And Regulatory Information
If you have questions that the OmniBook manuals don't answer (even after looking in the contents and index), you can contact Hewlett-Packard at the address or phone number listed in the Support and Service booklet or in OmniBook Support in the online OmniBook Library. -
Page 27: Hardware Specifications
Specifications and Regulatory Information Hardware Specifications Hardware Specifications Floppy disk drive Modular 3.5 inch 1.44-MB floppy disk drive with self-contained parallel cable for internal or external use. Can be exchanged with a second battery or CD-ROM drive module. Hard disk drive Modular 2.5- inch IDE drive. -
Page 28: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how the HP F1195A complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to the OmniBook not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the OmniBook in these regions. U.S.A. -
Page 29: Canada
Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté... -
Page 30: Europe
Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Europe Products sold in Europe by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed below. Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company Address: Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile Computing Division 1000 NE Circle Blvd. - Page 31 Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Europe Products sold in Europe by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed below. Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company Address: Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile Computing Division 1000 NE Circle Blvd.