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DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02
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Hardware Guide
Sapphire
Document Part Number: 309971-001
April 2003
[Abstract goes here, or delete this line.]
Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly
1 1/12/02
F i le: S a p ph ir e - In t r o .f m

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  • Page 1 DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 Hardware Guide Sapphire Document Part Number: 309971-001 April 2003 [Abstract goes here, or delete this line.] Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/12/02 F i le: S a p ph ir e - In t r o .f m...
  • Page 2 DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 © 2003 HP HP notice Hardware Guide First Edition February 2003 Document Part Number: 309971-001 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/12/02 F i le: S a p ph ir e - In t r o .f m...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Contents 1 Notebook Features Contents of the Packing Box ..... . 1–1 Notebook Features ......1–2 Pointing Device Components .
  • Page 4 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Displaying System Information (Fn+Esc)..2–8 Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys with External Keyboards ......2–9 Using Quick Launch Buttons .
  • Page 5 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 4 Hard Drive Caring for Drives ....... 4–1 Hard Drive Activity Light .
  • Page 6 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 8 Hardware Upgrades Using PC Cards ....... . 8–1 Inserting a PC Card .

  • Page 7: Notebook Features

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Contents of the Packing Box Contents of the Packing Box Item Component Description This is place-holder Hardware Guide 1–1 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 F il e : S P - C H 1 - N o t e bo o k F e a tu r e s .f m...

  • Page 8: Notebook Features

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Notebook Features Pointing Device Components Pointing Device Components Item Component Description Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left and right TouchPad Function like the left and right buttons buttons on an external mouse.

  • Page 9: Top Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Top Components Top Components Item Component Description Quick Launch buttons (6) Enable you to access common functions with a single keystroke. Power/standby button When the notebook is*: ■ Off, press and release to turn on the notebook.
  • Page 10 DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Top Components (Continued) Item Component Description Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the key. Applications key Displays shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Display release latch Secures the display when it is closed. recess Microsoft logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

  • Page 11: Left Side Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Left Side Components Left Side Components Item Component Description Infrared port Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. PC Card slot Supports optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards.

  • Page 12: Right Side Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Right Side Components Right Side Components Item Component Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive. Exhaust vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

  • Page 13: Front View Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Front View Components Front View Components Item Component Description Antenna (2) Send and receive internal wireless Local Area Network (LAN) signals. Microphone Inputs single-channel sound. Display release latch Opens the notebook. Hardware Guide 1–7 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 F il e : S P - C H 1 - N o t e bo o k F e a tu r e s .f m...

  • Page 14: Rear Panel Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Item Component Description S-video out jack Connects an optional S-video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector.

  • Page 15: Bottom Components

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Rear Panel Components (Continued) Item Component Description RJ-11 jack Connects a modem cable. Rear panel connector cover Closes to cover the connectors. This cover can be removed by removing the screws that secure it to the notebook. Bottom Components Bottom Components Item...

  • Page 16: Lights

    DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Bottom Components (Continued) Item Component Description Mini PCI compartment Contains the mini PCI wireless card. Intake vents Enables 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 17 DRAFT - Revised:10-28-02 Notebook Features Lights Item Component Description Caps lock On: Caps lock is on. Scroll lock On: Scroll lock is on. Num lock On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. Hard drive activity On: The hard drive is being accessed.

  • Page 18: Pointing Devices And Keyboard

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using a Pointing Device By default, the pointing stick and TouchPad components can be used interchangeably. Pointing device components Hardware Guide 2–1 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH2-Keyboa rd.fm...

  • Page 19: Using The Pointing Stick

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Pointing Device Components Item Component Description Moves the pointer and selects or Pointing stick activates items on the screen. Functions like the left and right Left and right pointing buttons on an external mouse. stick button Moves the pointer and selects or TouchPad...

  • Page 20: Using The Touchpad

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Replacing the pointing stick cap Using the TouchPad To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want to move the pointer. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse.

  • Page 21: Setting Pointing Device Preferences

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Setting Pointing Device Preferences Mouse Properties in Windows enables you to change custom settings for pointing devices, including: ■ Enabling or disabling a pointing device. ■ TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an object or twice to double-click an object.

  • Page 22: Using Hotkeys And Shortcut Keys

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys Hotkeys and shortcut keys, which are preset combinations of the key and another key, execute frequently used system functions. Fn and Function Keys Fn and function keys Item Component Function keys...

  • Page 23: Hotkey And Shortcut Key Quick Reference

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference Key Combination to Key Combination to Function Activate Function Deactivate Function Display help Fn+F1 Fn+F1 Initiate Standby Fn+F3 Power/standby button Switch display and Fn+F4 Fn+F4 image Initiate Quick Controls Fn+F6 Enter Power-on...

  • Page 24: Initiate Standby (Fn+F3)

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Initiate Standby (Fn+F3) hotkeys are set at the factory to initiate Standby. Fn+F3 ■ When the notebook is on, press the hotkeys to initiate Fn+F3 Standby. When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved.

  • Page 25: Initiating Quick Controls (Fn+F6)

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Initiating Quick Controls (Fn+F6) Quick Control security features disable the keyboard and pointing device and clear the display. Before you can use the Quick Controls, you must set a power-on password and select Quick Control preferences. For more information, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, “Security”...

  • Page 26: Using Hotkeys And Shortcut Keys With External Keyboards

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard ✎ The system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM. The BIOS date may display in a decimal format, for example, 10/19/2002 A.07. Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys with External Keyboards The following hotkeys and shortcut keys can be used as described with external keyboards:...

  • Page 27: Using Quick Launch Buttons

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Quick Launch Buttons The 6 Quick Launch buttons enable you to access common functions with a single keystroke. Quick Launch buttons Item Component Description Wireless On/Off button Turns the wireless Local Area Network (LAN) on and off.

  • Page 28: Keypads

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Item Component Description Mute button Mutes and restores the system volume. Volume - button Decreases the system volume level. To mute or restore volume, press both volume buttons at the same time. Volume + button Increases the system volume level.
  • Page 29 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Embedded numeric keypad components Item Component num lock light num lock Numeric keypad keys Enabling and Disabling the Internal Keypad Press to enable the embedded numeric keypad. The Fn+num lk num lock light turns on. Press again to return the keys Fn+num lk to their standard keyboard functions.

  • Page 30: Using An External Keypad

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Switching Key Functions on the Internal Keypad You can temporarily switch the functions of keys on the internal keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the key or the Fn+shift combination.
  • Page 31 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Enabling or Disabling the Numeric Keypad at Startup To set the notebook to startup with a connected external keypad in num lock mode, set your preference in Computer Setup. For more information about using Computer Setup, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, “Setup and Diagnostic Utilities”...

  • Page 32: Battery Packs

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs This notebook supports up to 2 lithium ion battery packs. The same type of battery pack can be used in the notebook battery bay and the optional travel battery. Battery pack Hardware Guide 3–1 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH3-B attery.fm...

  • Page 33: Inserting Or Removing The Primary Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Inserting or Removing the Primary Battery Pack The notebook battery bay holds the primary battery pack. Ä CAUTION: To prevent the loss of information when removing a battery pack, when it is the only power source available to the system, initiate Hibernation or shut down the notebook before removing the battery pack.
  • Page 34 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs To remove the primary battery pack: 1. Close the display and turn the notebook bottom-side up. 2. Slide the battery release latch 1. 3. After the battery pack tilts upward, remove it from the battery bay 2.

  • Page 35: Using The Optional Travel Battery

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Using the Optional Travel Battery The optional travel battery holds the second battery pack and attaches to the bottom of the notebook with the travel battery connector. Inserting or Removing the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into the travel battery: 1.
  • Page 36 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs To remove the battery pack from the travel battery: 1. Eject the battery pack from the travel battery by sliding the battery release latch 1. 2. When the battery pack tilts upward, remove it from the travel battery 2.

  • Page 37: Attaching Or Detaching The Travel Battery And The Notebook

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Attaching or Detaching the Travel Battery and the Notebook To attach the optional travel battery: 1. Open the travel battery connector on the bottom of the notebook by sliding the cover. Opening the travel battery connector 3–6 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly...
  • Page 38 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs 2. Align the tabs on the travel battery with the recesses on the bottom of the notebook. 3. Press the travel battery onto the notebook until it snaps into place. Attaching the travel battery Hardware Guide 3–7 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly...
  • Page 39 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs 4. Lock the travel battery onto the notebook by sliding the locking switch. Locking the travel battery onto the notebook 3–8 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH3-B attery.fm...

  • Page 40: Charging A Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs To detach the travel battery from the notebook: 1. Unlock the travel battery from the notebook by sliding the locking switch 1. 2. Press the release latch 2. 3. Lift the travel battery up and away from the notebook 3. Detaching the travel battery from the notebook Charging a Battery Pack Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in a...
  • Page 41 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs The primary battery pack charges when it is inserted into the notebook and the notebook is connected to external power. External power can be supplied through an AC Adapter, the optional Advanced Port Replicator, or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger.

  • Page 42: Monitoring The Charge Of A Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs To charge the primary battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack into the notebook. 2. Connect the notebook to AC power. (The battery light turns on.) 3. Leave the notebook connected to AC power until the battery light turns off, signaling that the battery pack is fully charged.

  • Page 43: Displaying Charge Information On The Screen

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Displaying Charge Information on the Screen To display battery charge information on the screen, use the Power meter feature of the operating system: ■ Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power Options icon > Power Meter tab. ■...

  • Page 44: Displaying Charge Information On A

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Displaying Charge Information on a Battery Pack The battery Quick Check feature enables you to check the battery pack charge information. You do not have to remove a battery pack from the notebook battery bay or the travel battery to check the charge information;...

  • Page 45: Managing Low-Battery Conditions

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Battery Pack Quick Check Indications Indication Percent of a Full Charge Remaining 4 lights on 76 to 100% 3 lights on 51 to75% 2 lights on 26 to 50% 1 light on 11 to 25% 1 light blinking 1 to 10% Managing Low-Battery Conditions...

  • Page 46: Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs ■ If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in Standby, the notebook initiates Hibernation. ■ If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in Standby, the notebook remains in Standby until there is no power, then shuts down and loses your unsaved work.

  • Page 47: Calibrating A Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs ■ Plug an optional Aircraft Power Adapter into the notebook and into the in-seat power supply available on some commercial aircraft. (The optional Aircraft Power Adapter can run the notebook but cannot charge a battery pack.) ■...

  • Page 48: How To Calibrate

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs How to Calibrate Calibration requires 3 steps: 1. Fully charge the battery pack. 2. Fully discharge the battery pack. 3. Fully recharge the battery pack. Charging the Battery Pack You can charge the battery pack while the notebook is on or off, but the battery pack charges faster while the notebook is off.
  • Page 49 DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs To fully discharge a battery pack: 1. When the battery light turns off indicating that the battery pack is fully charged, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > power Options icon > Power Schemes tab.

  • Page 50: Conserving Battery Power

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs 4. Referring to the settings you made note of earlier, change the settings for the 2 options in the Plugged In column and the 2 options in the Running On Batteries column. 5. Select the OK button. Conserving Battery Power Using the battery conservation procedures and settings described below extends the time that a battery pack can run the notebook...

  • Page 51: Selecting Power Conservation Settings

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs 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 by selecting Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes >...

  • Page 52: Storing A Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Storing a Battery Pack If a notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for an extended time.

  • Page 53: Disposing Of A Used Battery Pack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10/28/02 Battery Packs Disposing of a Used Battery Pack Å WARNING: There is a risk of fire and chemical burn if a battery pack is handled improperly. Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery pack or short the contacts on a battery pack. Do not expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F) or dispose of a battery pack in water or fire.

  • Page 54: Hard Drive

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive Caring for Drives Hard drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. Please read carefully the general caution notices provided below. Caution notices specific to individual procedures are provided throughout this chapter with the procedures to which they apply.

  • Page 55: Hard Drive Activity Light

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive ✎ Airport security devices that check carry-on luggage placed on a conveyor belt use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage hard drives. Hard Drive Activity Light The hard drive activity light turns on when the hard drive is being accessed.
  • Page 56 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive To replace the primary hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Shut down the notebook and close the display. 3. Turn the notebook bottom-side up. 4. Remove the hard drive retaining screw. Removing the hard drive retaining screw Hardware Guide 4–3 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly...
  • Page 57 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive 5. Remove the hard drive bezel. Removing the hard drive bezel 4–4 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH4-Har d Drive s.fm...
  • Page 58 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive 6. Pull the drive out of the bay. Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Hardware Guide 4–5 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH4-Har d Drive s.fm...
  • Page 59 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive 7. Insert a hard drive by sliding the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated. Inserting the hard drive into the hard drive bay 4–6 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH4-Har d Drive s.fm...
  • Page 60 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive 8. Replace the hard drive bezel. Replacing the hard drive bezel Hardware Guide 4–7 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH4-Har d Drive s.fm...
  • Page 61 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hard Drive 9. Reinsert the hard drive retaining screw. (If you removed but did not replace a hard drive, put the retaining screw in a safe place.) Replacing the hard drive retaining screw 4–8 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 File: SP-CH4-Har d Drive s.fm...

  • Page 62: Audio And Video

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Audio and Video Using Audio Features The notebook provides the following audio components: Audio components Audio Components Item Component Description Mute button Mutes system volume. Volume buttons (2) Adjust the system volume. Audio line-in jack Connects an optional single-sound channel microphone.

  • Page 63: Adjusting Volume

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Audio and Video Audio Components (Continued) Item Component Description Audio line-out jack Connects optional, powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Speaker Produces stereo sound. Microphone Inputs single-channel sound. Adjusting Volume To adjust the volume, use any of the following controls: ■...

  • Page 64: Using The Audio Line-In Jack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Audio and Video Using the Audio Line-In Jack When an external microphone is connected to the notebook, the notebook microphone is disabled. When connecting a microphone to the audio line-in jack, use a single-sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm plug.

  • Page 65: Connecting A Device To The S-Video-Out Jack

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Audio and Video card. The notebook supports one S-video device connected to the S-video-out jack while simultaneously supporting an image on the notebook display and on any other supported external display. To transmit video signals through the S-video-out jack, you need an S-video cable available from most electronic retailers.

  • Page 66: Changing The Video Mode

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Audio and Video ✎ If the S-video-out jack on the notebook is not accessible while the notebook is docked, you can connect the device to the S-video-out jack on the optional Port Replicator. Changing the Video Mode The default color television standard mode of the notebook is NTSC.

  • Page 67: Communication Devices

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 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. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but are not compatible with the modem.
  • Page 68 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices If the modem cable contains noise suppression circuitry, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. RJ-11 modem cable with noise suppression circuitry 6–2 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02...

  • Page 69: Using The Rj-11 Cable

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices Using the RJ-11 Cable To connect an RJ-11 modem cable: 1. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 jack on the notebook 1. 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 70: Using A Country-Specific Adapter Cable

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices 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 this CD to the Modem and Networking guide for more details about using your notebook internationally.

  • Page 71: Connecting A Network Cable

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 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. RJ-45 network cable with noise suppression circuitry Hardware Guide 6–5...

  • Page 72: Linking To An Infrared Device

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices To connect the network cable: 1. Plug the network cable into the RJ-45 jack on the notebook 1. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network jack 2. Connecting a network cable 3.

  • Page 73: Setting Up An Infrared Transmission

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and require an unobstructed line of sight path. Linking to an infrared device 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 74: Using Standby With Infrared

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Communication Devices ■ Shield the ports from direct sunlight, flashing incandescent light, and energy-saving fluorescent light. ■ Be sure that no signals from remote control or other wireless devices, such as headphones or audio devices, aim at a port. ■...

  • Page 75: External Devices

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 External Devices The jacks and connectors described in this guide support the standard external devices that specify them. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■...

  • Page 76: Using A Usb Device

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 External Devices ✎ If a properly connected external monitor or projector does not display an image, try pressing the hotkeys to switch the Fn+F4 image to the monitor. Using a USB Device Universal serial bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect external devices, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the notebook.

  • Page 77: Enabling Usb Legacy Support

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 External Devices Using a USB Device 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 loaded.

  • Page 78: Using An Optional External Multibay

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 External Devices Using an Optional External MultiBay An external MultiBay connects to the notebook using the USB with power connector. For more information about the external MultiBay, refer to the documentation that is included with the device.

  • Page 79: Connecting An Optional Cable Lock

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 External Devices Connecting an Optional Cable Lock To install a security cable: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Pull the security cable lock through the cable loop and insert the cable 1 into the security cable slot on the notebook. 3.

  • Page 80: Hardware Upgrades

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades To order hardware or learn more about upgrades and accessories, visit the HP Web site at or contact an authorized http://www.hp.com dealer, reseller, or service provider. For information about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, “Software Updates and Restorations”...

  • Page 81: Inserting A Pc Card

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades Inserting a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors: ■ Use minimal pressure when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot. ■ Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted.
  • Page 82 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades To remove a PC Card: 1. Stop the PC Card: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select the Unplug or Eject icon in the task bar, then stop the card you plan to remove. (When the card can be safely removed, a message is displayed.) ❏...

  • Page 83: Using Sd Cards

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades Using SD Cards Secure Digital (SD) cards are postage stamp-sized accessories that increase the memory capacity of your notebook. Inserting an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors: ■ Use minimal pressure when inserting an SD card into an SD card slot.

  • Page 84: Removing An Sd Card

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 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.

  • Page 85: Adding And Upgrading Memory Boards

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades Adding and Upgrading Memory Boards 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.
  • Page 86 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 4. Turn the notebook bottom-side up. 5. Remove any battery packs from the notebook. 6. Remove the screw from the memory expansion slot cover 1. 7. Remove the memory expansion slot cover 2. Removing the expansion slot cover Hardware Guide 8–7 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly...
  • Page 87 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 8. Insert the memory expansion board: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the board with the keyed area in the expansion slot 1. b. Press the board into the slot from a 45-degree angle until it is seated, then push the board downward until the retention clips snap into place 2.

  • Page 88: Upgrading The Memory Board In The Primary Memory

    DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 9. Replace the expansion slot cover over the expansion board compartment 1. 10. Replace the expansion slot cover screw 2. 11. Replace the battery packs. 12. Reconnect AC power and external devices. 13. Restart the notebook. Upgrading the Memory Board in the Primary Memory Slot To upgrad the memory board in the primary memory slot:...
  • Page 89 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 4. Remove any battery packs from the notebook. 5. Remove the 4 keyboard screws from the bottom of the notebook. A keyboard icon is located next to the keyboard screws. Removing the keyboard screws 8–10 Hardware Guide Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly...
  • Page 90 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 6. Using a fingernail or small flat tool, remove the Quick Launch button bezel located above the keyboard. Removing the Easy Access button bezel 7. Remove the keyboard. Removing the keyboard Hardware Guide 8–11 Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02 F il e : S P -C H 8 - H a r dw a r e U p gr a de s .
  • Page 91 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 8. Remove the existing memory board: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the board 1. (The board tilts upward.) b. Lift the edge of the memory expansion board, then gently pull it out of the slot 2.
  • Page 92 DRAFT - Revised: 10-28-02 Hardware Upgrades 9. Insert the upgraded memory board: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the board with the keyed area in the expansion slot 1. b. Press the board into the slot from a 45-degree angle until it is seated, then push the board downward until the retention clips snap into place 2.

  • Page 93: Increasing Ram

    To display the amount of space required by the hibernation file: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Compaq Power > Hibernation tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon >...

  • Page 94: Notebook Dimensions

    DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 Specifications Notebook Dimensions Dimension Metric U.S. Height 2.79 cm 1.1 in. Width 27.94 cm 11 in. Depth 23.37 cm 9.2 in. Operating Environment Factor Metric U.S. Temperature Operating 10° to 35° C 50° to 95° F Nonoperating –10°...

  • Page 95: Rated Input Power

    DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 Specifications Rated Input Power Input Power Rating Operating voltage 100–120/220–240 VAC RMS Operating current 1.6/0.8 A RMS Operating frequency range 50–60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18.5V MAX ✎ This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-tophase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms.

  • Page 96: B Regulatory Notices

    DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 Regulatory Notices This notebook has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device. Regulatory Notices For additional governmental agency information, refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices. Wireless Notices In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization.

  • Page 97: Electrostatic Discharge

    DRAFT - Revised: 11-17-02 Regulatory Notices Å WARNING: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is far 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 98 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index Index travel battery connector 1–10 AC Adapter 1–8 battery bay Aircraft Power Adapter location 1–10 (optional) 1–8 battery light 3–10 airflow 1–6 1–10 battery llight 1–11 altitude specifications 9–1 battery packs 9–2 calibrating 3–16 analog vs. digital telephone charging 3–9 lines 6–2 displaying charge...
  • Page 99 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index mute 2–11 5–1 5–2 removing 4–3 PC Card, eject 1–5 pointing stick 1–2 2–2 Easy Access buttons 5–2 power/standby 1–3 functions 2–10 Presentation Mode 2–10 location 1–3 TouchPad 1–2 2–2 embedded numeric keypad volume - 2–11 5–1 1–11 volume + 2–11...
  • Page 100 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index removing 4–3 port 1–5 replacing 4–2 4–6 transmissions 6–7 retaining screw 4–3 4–8 using Standby with 6–8 space on, required for Internet button 2–10 Hibernation file 8–14 viewing amount of free jack space on 8–14 audio line-out 1–5 headphones, headset audio-line in 1–5...
  • Page 101 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index expansion compartment numeric keypad, embedded 1–10 1–11 memory expansion board 8–6 opening the notebook 1–7 slots, location 1–4 operating environment upgrading 8–6 8–9 specfications 9–1 9–2 microphone 5–2 internal 1–7 5–2 PC Card microphone jack 1–5 5–1 eject buttons 1–5 5–3...
  • Page 102 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index projector, connecting 7–1 jack 1–8 Quick Check 3–13 temperature operating 9–1 9–2 TouchPad RAM (random access buttons 1–2 2–2 memory) 8–14 location 1–2 release latch 1–4 using 2–3 RJ-11 jack travel battery connecting 6–1 6–3 attaching 3–6 battery packs 3–4 scroll lock key 2–9...
  • Page 103 DRAFT - Revised: mm/dd/yy Index volume + button 2–11 button 2–10 volume - button 5–1 infrared 6–6 volume + button 5–1 infrared port 1–5 volume, adjusting 5–2 LAN 6–8 mini PCI compartment 1–10 wireless on/off light 1–11 antenna 1–7 Index–6 Manual Title Variable Compa q CONFIDENTIAL—Fo r In tern al U se On ly 1 1/13/02...

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