HP Compaq NC6110 Software Manual
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hp compaq notebook series
Document Part Number: 310029-001
April 2003
This guide provides settings and procedures for managing
notebook power and security. It also provides instructions for
obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help
detect, solve, and prevent problems.
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- Page 1 Software Guide hp compaq notebook series Document Part Number: 310029-001 April 2003 This guide provides settings and procedures for managing notebook power and security. It also provides instructions for obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help detect, solve, and prevent problems.
- Page 2 Intel, Pentium, and SpeedStep are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 Power Selecting a Power Source......1–1 Understanding Standby and Hibernation ... . . 1–2 Standby . - Page 4 Remembering Passwords..... . 2–2 Using HP and Windows Passwords....2–3 Understanding Power-On Passwords.
- Page 5 4 Intelligent Manageability Understanding Intelligent Manageability... . . 4–1 Installing Management Agent ..... 4–2 5 MultiBoot Understanding the Default Boot Sequence .
- Page 6 Contents 8 Software Updates and Restorations Preparing to Update Software ..... 8–1 Obtaining the Support Software CD ... . . 8–2 Accessing Notebook Information .
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Page 7: Power
Selecting a Power Source The notebook can run on internal power or on external power. The following table indicates the best power sources for common tasks. Power Sources for Common Tasks Task Work in most software applications Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook Install or modify system software Write to a CD... -
Page 8: Understanding Standby And Hibernation
Power Understanding Standby and Hibernation Standby and Hibernation are energy-saving features that conserve power and reduce startup time. They can be initiated by you or by the system. Refer in this chapter to the “Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown” section for details about when to use each setting. - Page 9 In the Power Options window, Hibernation is not displayed as an option if it has been disabled. Enable Hibernation in order to select it in the Power Options window. To verify that Hibernation is enabled: In Microsoft Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >...
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Page 10: Choosing Standby, Hibernation Or Shutdown
Power Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown The following sections describe when to initiate Standby or Hibernation and when to shut down your notebook. When You Leave Your Work Initiating Standby clears the screen and uses less power than leaving the notebook on. Your work returns instantly to the screen when you resume from Standby. -
Page 11: When Using Infrared Or Drive Media
When Using Infrared or Drive Media Standby and Hibernation interfere with the use of infrared communication and drive media: If the notebook is in Standby or Hibernation, you cannot initiate an infrared transmission. If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while a drive medium (such as a diskette, CD, or DVD) is in use: ❏... -
Page 12: Turning The Notebook On Or Off
Power Turning the Notebook On or Off Task Procedure Turning on the Press the power button. notebook Pressing the power button returns the notebook to “on” from any power mode: Standby, Hibernation, or shutdown. Shutting down Save your work and close all the notebook* open applications. -
Page 13: Initiating Or Resuming From Hibernation
Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation Task Procedure User-initiated Hibernation System-initiated Hibernation (with Hibernation enabled) Resume from Press the power button. user-initiated or system-initiated Hibernation Software Guide In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut down > Hibernate, then select the OK button. In Windows XP, select Start >... -
Page 14: Initiating Or Resuming From Standby
Power Initiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure User-initiated Standby System-initiated Standby Resume from Press the power button. user-initiated or system-initiated Standby 1–8 With the notebook on, Fn+F3. press the Through the operating system: ❖ In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut Down >... -
Page 15: Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures If the notebook is unresponsive and you are unable to use normal Windows shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures: Press ctrl+alt+delete. Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. If you are unable to shut down the notebook with the power button, disconnect the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack. -
Page 16: Displaying The Power Meter Icon
Power Displaying the Power Meter Icon The power icon is on your taskbar by default. The icon changes shape to indicate whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or external AC power. Double-click the icon to display the Power Options window. -
Page 17: Using A Security Password
Using a Security Password You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password when the notebook turns on or resumes from Standby or Hibernation. To set a password prompt, access the Power Options window > Advanced tab. Select the check box for Prompt For Password When the Computer Goes Off Standby, and select OK. - Page 18 Power Installing Intel SpeedStep To install Intel SpeedStep technology, select Start > Software Setup. A setup wizard loads and displays a list of available applications. Select Intel SpeedStep and follow the instructions on the screen. You will be prompted to reboot. After you install SpeedStep, a tab is added to the Power Options window, an icon is added to the taskbar, and the feature is automatically enabled on mobile processors.
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Page 19: Choosing A Performance Mode
Choosing a Performance Mode The SpeedStep technology offers 3 preset performance modes: In Maximum Performance mode, the processor runs at full speed to provide maximum performance. In Automatic mode, the processor speed increases while the notebook is being used and decreases when the notebook is idle. -
Page 20: Using The Speedstep Window
Power Using the SpeedStep Window To open the SpeedStep window select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Intel SpeedStep technology tab. Then set your preferences according to the following table. Preference Assign a performance mode that applies when the notebook is running on battery power. -
Page 21: Windows Xp Processor Controls
2. Use the arrow keys to select Advanced > Device Options. Under Intel SpeedStep Technology: ❏ Select Automatic to enable all SpeedStep settings in the SpeedStep window. ❏ Select Disable to set the notebook to run in Battery Optimized mode and disable all SpeedStep settings in the SpeedStep window. - Page 22 When you choose a Power Scheme, you are setting the AC power and battery power modes shown in the following table. No other user intervention is required to control the performance of your notebook processor. Power Scheme Home/Office Desk Portable/Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery 1–16...
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Page 23: Security
Unauthorized removal of the notebook Software Guide Security Use This Security Feature Power-on password HP Administrator password DriveLock System information management Security cable slot (used with an optional cable lock) For more information on the security cable slot, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, “External Devices”... -
Page 24: Setting Preferences In Computer Setup
If you forget your power-on or HP administrator password, you cannot start up the notebook or resume from Hibernation until an authorized service provider resets the notebook. To contact an authorized service provider, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook. -
Page 25: Using Hp And Windows Passwords
For example, a device disabled in Computer Setup cannot be enabled in Windows. Also, you must use a HP password at a HP password prompt and a Windows password at a Windows password prompt. For example:... -
Page 26: Understanding Power-On Passwords
Security Understanding Power-On Passwords A power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the notebook. Once set, a power-on password must be entered each time the notebook is turned on, restarted, or resumes from Hibernation or Standby. A power-on password: Does not display as it is set, entered, changed, or deleted. Must be set and entered with the same keys. -
Page 27: Entering Power-On Passwords
Understanding HP Administrator Passwords A HP administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Setup. After it is set, this password must be entered to access Computer Setup. A... -
Page 28: Setting Hp Administrator Passwords
Security Setting HP Administrator Passwords A HP administrator password is set, changed, or deleted in Computer Setup. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press ❏... -
Page 29: Understanding Drivelock
Understanding DriveLock Ä CAUTION: If you forget both the DriveLock user password and master password, the hard drive is permanently unusable. DriveLock prevents unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive. After DriveLock protection is applied to a drive, a password must be entered to access the drive and the drive can be accessed only when it is inserted into the notebook. -
Page 30: Setting Drivelock Passwords
Security Setting DriveLock Passwords Ä CAUTION: If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook and the hard drive and loss of work, shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. -
Page 31: Entering Drivelock Passwords
8. Type your user password in the New Password and Verify New Password fields, then press 9. Type your master password in the New Password and Verify New Password fields, then press 10. To confirm DriveLock protection on the drive you have selected, type press F10. -
Page 32: Changing Drivelock Settings
Security Changing DriveLock Settings Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook and the hard drive and loss of work, shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is any hard drive used in the hard drive bay.) To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must shut down, then turn on the notebook. -
Page 33: Removing Drivelock Protection
Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. Removing DriveLock Protection To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must shut down, then turn on the notebook. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. -
Page 34: Disabling A Device
Security Disabling a Device From the Computer Setup Device Security menu, you can disable or partially disable most ports and drives. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏... -
Page 35: Protecting System Information
Display a battery pack serial number. ✎ To deny access to this system information by another user, create a HP administrator password. For instructions, see “Setting HP Administrator Passwords” earlier in this chapter. Setting System Information Options 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. -
Page 36: Optical Drive Software
Using CDs and DVDs This chapter provides guidelines for playing CDs and DVDs using preinstalled optical drive software, including Windows Media Player and WinDVD. This software supports optical drives in an optional external MultiBay or optional Advanced Port Replicator with built-in MultiBay. ✎... -
Page 37: Avoiding Hibernation And Standby
Optical Drive Software Avoiding Hibernation and Standby If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while a drive medium (such as a diskette, disk, CD, CD-RW, or DVD) is in use: Your playback may be interrupted. You may see a warning message: “Putting the computer into Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback. -
Page 38: Playing Cds With Windows Media Player
Playing CDs with Windows Media Player Playing a CD To play a CD: 1. If an optical drive is not in the system, insert an optical drive into an external MultiBay or the MultiBay of an optional Port Replicator. 2. Insert the audio CD into the drive, then close the tray. Wait several seconds. -
Page 39: Playing Video Cds And Dvds With Windvd
DVD movies or video CDs. WinDVD is preloaded, but not preinstalled, on the notebook. Installing WinDVD HP recommends that you install WinDVD from the Software Setup utility before inserting a DVD. ✎ Some DVDs contain third-party DVD player programs such as PCFriendly. -
Page 40: Using Dvd Region Settings
If the DVD displays a Playback Of Content From This Region Is Not Permitted error message, stop the DVD, change the region setting as described in the next section, then restart the DVD. ✎ After you insert a DVD, a short pause is normal before autorun opens the DVD and WinDVD Player. -
Page 41: Changing Region Settings
Optical Drive Software Changing Region Settings To change the region setting on a drive medium: 1. Insert the DVD into the optical drive. 2. If the WinDVD window does not open after a short pause, select the WinDVD Player icon on the taskbar. Or: ❏... -
Page 42: Intelligent Manageability
Software Setup utility. A setup wizard loads, and a list of applications is displayed. Select Management Agents from the list and follow the instructions on the screen. Intelligent Manageability uses such tools as HP Client Manager Software, Management Agent, and System Software Manager to facilitate: Asset Management, which provides detailed configuration and diagnostic information. -
Page 43: Installing Management Agent
Intelligent Manageability Installing Management Agent Management Agent is preloaded on your notebook and is installed as a part of Intelligent Manageability through Application Installer. When the notebook is restarted after installing Management Agents: Management Agent links are added to the Information Center. -
Page 44: Multiboot
MultiBoot A bootable medium or network interface card (NIC) contains files needed by the notebook to start up and operate properly. The MultiBoot utility, disabled by default, enables you to identify the devices, and control the sequence in which the system will attempt to boot those devices, to start up your notebook. -
Page 45: Understanding The Default Boot Sequence
MultiBoot Understanding the Default Boot Sequence By default, when more than one bootable device is in the system, the notebook chooses the startup device by searching enabled devices and locations in a predetermined sequence. On every boot, the system looks for bootable drive A devices first. -
Page 46: Enabling Devices In Computer Setup
The list below describes the order in which drive numbers are assigned. (The actual startup sequence varies by configuration.) Sequence for devices that boot as drive A: 1. Optical drive in a Port Replicator MultiBay or in an external MultiBay that contains a disc that boots as drive A. 2. -
Page 47: Understanding Multiboot Results
MultiBoot 2. Use the arrow keys to select the Advanced menu > Device Options. ❏ To enable bootable media in USB drives or in drives inserted into a Port Replicator, select Enable USB legacy support. ❏ To enable a NIC, select Internal Network adapter boot. 3. -
Page 48: Setting Multiboot Preferences
Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations. For example, if you start up from a CD-ROM drive with a disc that boots as drive C, that CD-ROM drive becomes drive C, and a hard drive in the hard drive bay becomes drive D. -
Page 49: Setting A Multiboot Express Prompt
MultiBoot 4. Toggle the Boot Order fields to the boot sequence that you prefer. 5. To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup, use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. -
Page 50: Entering Multiboot Express Preferences
Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences When the Express Boot Menu is displayed during startup: To specify a startup location from the Express Boot menu, select your preference within the timeout, then press To prevent the notebook from defaulting to the current MultiBoot setting, press any key within the timeout. -
Page 51: Presentation Mode
Presentation Mode The Presentation Mode Quick Launch button toggles presentation mode on and off. Turning presentation mode on opens an application, folder, file, or Web site that you specify. The image simultaneously displays on the notebook screen and an external device connected to the external monitor connector or S-Video out jack on the rear panel or to connectors on an optional Port Replicator. -
Page 52: Opening Quick Launch Button Software
Presentation Mode You can modify the presentation mode settings using the Quick Launch Button software. Quick Launch Button software provides support for the Quick Launch buttons and the Hotkeys on the notebook keyboard and external keyboards. External keyboards can be attached to a USB connector on the notebook or to an optional Port Replicator. -
Page 53: Changing Presentation Mode Settings
You can also open Quick Launch Buttons software using an icon in the taskbar or on the desktop. To add an icon to the system tray or desktop, open the Quick Launch Buttons software. Select the Advanced tab. Place a check mark next to Show icon on the taskbar to add an icon to the taskbar. -
Page 54: Using Presentation Mode
Presentation Mode Using Presentation Mode To use presentation mode, press the presentation mode button. If presentation mode is on, it turns off if you: Log off from your user account. Shut down the notebook. If presentation mode is on and Standby is initiated by you or the system, presentation mode remains on. -
Page 55: Computer Setup
Using Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. If the operating system is working, the notebook restarts the operating system after you exit Computer Setup. ✎... -
Page 56: Restoring Computer Setup Defaults
Computer Setup 2. Select the File, Security, Tools, or Advanced menu. 3. To exit Computer Setup: ❏ To exit without saving any of the settings you may have entered, use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 57: Selecting From The File Menu
Selecting from the File Menu Select System information Save to floppy Restore from floppy Restore defaults Ignore changes and exit Save changes and exit Software Guide To Do This View identification information about the notebook and any battery packs in the system. View specification information about the processor, memory and cache size, video revision, keyboard... -
Page 58: Selecting From The Security Menu
Computer Setup Selecting from the Security Menu Select Administrator password Power-on password DriveLock passwords SmartCard password Device security System IDs Selecting from the Tools Menu Select HDD Self Test Options 7–4 To Do This Enter, change, or delete an administrator password. -
Page 59: Selecting From The Advanced Menu
Selecting from the Advanced Menu Select Language (or press Boot Options Device Options Software Guide To Do This Change the Computer Setup language. Enable/disable QuickBoot, which starts the notebook more quickly by eliminating some startup tests. (If you suspect a memory failure and want to test memory automatically during startup, disable QuickBoot.) Enable/disable MultiBoot, which sets... - Page 60 Computer Setup Selecting from the Advanced Menu, continued Select Device Options (continued) 7–6 To Do This Enable/disable USB legacy support for a USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs. When USB legacy support is enabled: ❖ A USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs work even when a Windows operating system is not loaded.
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Page 61: Software Updates And Restorations
Prepare for a system ROM update by identifying the ROM versions currently installed on the notebook. 2. Access the updates on your local HP Web site or the Support Software CD. 3. Download and install the updates. -
Page 62: Obtaining The Support Software Cd
To purchase the current Support Software CD or a subscription that provides both the current version and future versions of the CD, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact a HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Accessing Notebook Information... -
Page 63: Downloading Software From The Internet
Windows. Downloading Software from the Internet Most software at the HP Web site is packaged in a compressed file called a SoftPaq. Some ROM updates may be packaged in a compressed file called a ROMPaq. Other ROM updates may be provided as a CPQFlash SoftPaq. -
Page 64: Downloading System Rom
Do not remove or insert a drive. To download and install a system ROM: 1. Access the page at the HP Web site that provides software for your notebook. For home and small office products or corporate products, visit the HP Web site. -
Page 65: Downloading Other Software
✎ An “HP” directory is not automatically created. The file is downloaded into any directory specified. 6. In the HP folder, select the name or number of the software package containing the system ROM update. The system ROM installation begins. -
Page 66: System Recovery
Software Updates and Restorations 6. In the HP folder, select the name or number of the software package containing the update. 7. Select the file that includes an .exe extension, for example, Filename.exe. The installation begins. 8. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 67: Operating System (Os) Cd Repair
functioning at optimal performance and before installing new software or devices. This enables you to return to a previous configuration restore point if you encounter problems. To set a system restore point: 1. Select Start > Help & Support. Select the task Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems. -
Page 68: Os Cd Reinstall
Software Updates and Restorations 6. Press enter displayed. 7. Press window is displayed. 8. Press to repair the selected Windows installation. The repair process begins. This process may take 1–2 hours to complete. The notebook restarts in Windows after the process is complete. -
Page 69: Reinstalling Drivers
8. Press system without repairing. 9. Press enter 10. Press 11. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system (Quick) and press formatting this drive will delete all current files. 12. Press to format the drive. The reinstallation process begins. This process may take 1–2 hours to complete. - Page 70 AC Adapter 1–1 accessing notebook information 8–2 administrator password. See HP administrator password; Windows passwords Aircraft Adapter (optional) 1–1 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 1–1 battery packs calibrating 1–1 when to use 1–1 boot sequence default 5–2 setting new 5–5 calibrating battery packs 1–1 accessing Windows Media Player help files 3–3...
- Page 71 Index setting DriveLock preferences in 2–7 setting HP administrator password preferences in 2–5 setting MultiBoot preferences in 5–1 setting power-on password preferences in 2–4 setting security preferences 2–2 setting SpeedStep preferences 1–13 system information options 2–13 Tools menu 7–4 USB legacy support 7–1 copyright warning 3–2...
- Page 72 PXE or RPL server at startup 5–4 enabling NIC for MultiBoot 5–1 Network Service Boot 5–4 optical disc. See CD; DVD passwords combining 2–3 forgetting 2–2 using 2–2 See also DriveLock; HP administrator password; power-on password Index 1–9 Index–3...
- Page 73 Standby 1–8 ROM. See system ROM (Read Only Memory) ROMPaq 8–3 RPL (Remote Program Load) protocol 5–4 security features device disabling 2–12 DriveLock 2–8 HP administrator password 2–5 passwords, forgetting 2–2 power-on password 2–4 shutting down the notebook 1–6 Software Guide...
- Page 74 SoftPaq 8–3 software updates 8–1 CPQFlash file 8–3 determining current version of system ROM 8–2 identifying software packages 8–3 ROMPaq 8–3 SoftPaq 8–3 updating system ROM from Internet 8–3 SpeedStep 1–11 Standby avoiding while using infrared or drive media 1–5 3–2 described 1–2 initiating 1–8...