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HP OmniBook 2000 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using OmniBook Accessories ... Removing Accessory Modules ... To remove accessories from the center drive bay ... Using the Floppy Drive ... To install the floppy drive internally ... To install the floppy drive externally ... To insert or remove a floppy disk ... Using the CD-ROM Drive ...

  • Page 5: Using Omnibook Accessories

    Using OmniBook Accessories...
  • Page 6 Using OmniBook Accessories The OmniBook Accessories User’s Guide describes OmniBook accessories and shows you how to install and use them. For complete information about operating the OmniBook consult the OmniBook User’s Guide—an online manual. This manual explains how to Remove accessory modules. Install and use the floppy disk drive.

  • Page 7: Removing Accessory Modules

    Removing Accessory Modules The OmniBook’s center drive bay can hold any of the following accessories: CD-ROM drive. Floppy disk drive. High-capacity battery for extra battery power. This section describes how to remove the accessory modules from the center drive bay. (See “Installing a New Hard Drive” on page 1-20 for instructions about removing the hard drive.) High-capacity battery...

  • Page 8: To Remove Accessories From The Center Drive Bay

    Using OmniBook Accessories Removing Accessory Modules To remove accessories from the center drive bay The OmniBook’s center drive bay can hold a CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, or a high-capacity battery for extra battery power. Use the following procedure to remove any of these devices from the OmniBook.

  • Page 9: Using The Floppy Drive

    Using the Floppy Drive You can install the floppy drive in the center drive bay or attach it externally to the parallel port. This section describes how to Install the floppy drive internally. Install the floppy drive externally. Insert and remove a floppy disk. To install the floppy drive internally 1.

  • Page 10: To Install The Floppy Drive Externally

    Using OmniBook Accessories Using the Floppy Drive To install the floppy drive externally 1. Pull out the floppy drive cable from the disk drive. 2. Connect the cable to the parallel port on the left side of the OmniBook. Parallel port Important The external floppy drive works only with the OmniBook’s parallel port.

  • Page 11: To Insert Or Remove A Floppy Disk

    To insert or remove a floppy disk When the OmniBook is reading or writing data to the floppy drive, the floppy disk icon appears on the Status panel. C A U T I O N Do not remove a floppy disk while the OmniBook is actively reading or writing data.

  • Page 12: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Using OmniBook Accessories Using the CD-ROM Drive Using the CD-ROM Drive You install the CD-ROM drive in the center drive bay of the OmniBook. If you want to use both the CD-ROM drive and the floppy disk drive, connect the floppy disk drive to the OmniBook’s parallel port.
  • Page 13 If you’re using Windows for Workgroups 1. Save your work—you’ll be resetting the OmniBook. 2. If necessary, remove the floppy drive or super battery from the OmniBook. 3. Slide the CD-ROM drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. 4.

  • Page 14: To Insert Or Remove A Cd

    Using OmniBook Accessories Using the CD-ROM Drive To insert or remove a CD When the OmniBook is reading data from the CD-ROM drive, the CD disk icon appears on the Status panel. C A U T I O N Do not remove a CD while the OmniBook is actively reading data. Wait until the CD-ROM drive is done —otherwise, the OmniBook could stop responding.

  • Page 15: To Use The Cd-Rom Drive Safely

    EN60825-1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center—see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet. Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit.

  • Page 16: Managing Battery Power

    Using OmniBook Accessories Managing Battery Power Managing Battery Power 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 dead-battery condition—the status panel shows the remaining battery charge and built-in warnings are displayed for low-battery conditions.

  • Page 17: To Replace The Battery

    To replace the battery The shading of the battery symbol on the status panel shows the approximate charge level of the battery relative to a full charge. The battery symbol blinks when the battery is low. The lightning bolt symbol appears on the status panel when the battery is charging. 1.

  • Page 18: To Install A High-Capacity Battery

    Using OmniBook Accessories Managing Battery Power 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. If necessary, remove the floppy drive or CD-ROM drive from the OmniBook. 3.

  • Page 19: To Handle And Store The Battery Safely

    140 °F). Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire. The battery pack is suitable for use only with an HP OmniBook 5500 and F1338A battery charger. To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer or HP sales office.

  • Page 20: Installing A New Hard Drive

    Using OmniBook Accessories Installing a New Hard Drive Installing a New Hard Drive You can upgrade the OmniBook system by installing a new hard drive or you may want to switch hard drives between OmniBooks. In this section you’ll learn how to Remove the hard drive.

  • Page 21: To Remove The Hard Drive

    To remove the hard drive 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. 2. Unplug the adapter. 3.

  • Page 22: To Install Drive C

    Using OmniBook Accessories Installing a New Hard Drive To install drive C After following the instructions for removing drive C, use the next procedure to install the new hard drive. 1. Gently press downwards on the hard drive while you slide it into the drive bay. 2.
  • Page 23 3. Connect the floppy drive to the parallel port. 4. Insert the Support Utility floppy disk in the floppy drive. 5. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 6. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL, or press the reset button. This restarts your OmniBook from the floppy drive.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 1-25...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you run into problems installing your OmniBook accessories, you can use the suggestions in this chapter for getting back on track. Hints If you're having a problem—and Windows is running on your OmniBook—see the online OmniBook User’s Guide. Its troubleshooting chapter contains more troubleshooting information.

  • Page 27: 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. Battery problems.

  • Page 28: 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. Save your work, then press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot. If nothing happens, reset the OmniBook (see page 1-13).

  • Page 29: To Resolve Hard Drive Problems

    If the OmniBook turns off immediately after it turns on Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the ac adapter, or turn off the OmniBook and insert a fresh battery . If the OmniBook stops responding Try waiting a few moments, then try turning it off and on. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot.
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems Make sure a floppy disk isn’t inserted in drive A. 1-30...
  • Page 31 (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. See “If you need to install all original files on drive C” in this section.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If your operating system is Windows 95 If no text is displayed during reboot, or if things stop before you see “Starting Windows 95...”, the unit probably requires service. If you see “Starting Windows 95...” during startup followed by error messages, reboot again—but when you see “Starting Windows 95...”, press startup menu.

  • Page 33: Specifications And Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-33...
  • Page 34 Specifications and Regulatory Information Your OmniBook accessories are designed to provide trouble-free operation. The following suggestions can help you while working with your OmniBook: Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in the next section. If you have problems, see the problem-solving suggestions and references listed in chapter 2.

  • Page 35: 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 with OmniBook 5500 series. Can be exchanged with a second battery or CD-ROM drive module. Hard disk drive Modular 2.5-inch IDE drive. Available capacities: 810 MB, 1.35 GB, and 2.0 GB. CD-ROM drive Modular 4x or 6x speed drive.

  • Page 36: Regulatory Information

    U.S.A. The HP F1195A generates and uses radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio and television reception. The floppy drive complies with the limits for a Class B computing device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules, which provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Europe

    The product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. The HP F1044B ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power outlet should be located close to the product and be easily accessible.

  • Page 39: Europe

    The product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. The HP F1044B ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power outlet should be located close to the product and be easily accessible.

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