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HP OmniBook 4100 User Manual

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HP OmniBook 4100
User's Handbook
HP OMNIBOOK 4100 USER'S HANDBOOK............................................ 4
Using This Online Handbook....................................................................................................4
Finding More Information ........................................................................................................4
Notice .........................................................................................................................................5
1. INTRODUCING THE OMNIBOOK ........................................................ 6
Identifying the Parts of the OmniBook.....................................................................................6
Learning About Windows .........................................................................................................8
Safety Information.....................................................................................................................8
Working in Comfort..................................................................................................................9
2. OPERATING THE OMNIBOOK .......................................................... 10
Powering the OmniBook .........................................................................................................10
To connect ac power..............................................................................................................10
Starting and Stopping the OmniBook.....................................................................................11
To start and stop the OmniBook ............................................................................................11
To reset the OmniBook..........................................................................................................12
To transport the OmniBook ...................................................................................................12
Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices ...................................................................................12
To use the built-in pointing devices .......................................................................................13
To activate full touch pad capabilities ....................................................................................14
To activate full pointing stick capabilities..............................................................................14
To configure pointing devices................................................................................................15
Using the OmniBook Display ..................................................................................................15
To adjust the display..............................................................................................................15
To extend the life of the display.............................................................................................15
Adjusting the Sound System....................................................................................................16
To adjust the volume manually ..............................................................................................16
To adjust the volume in Windows..........................................................................................16
Using the OmniBook Keyboard ..............................................................................................16
To use the Fn hot keys ...........................................................................................................17
To use the Windows keys.......................................................................................................17
To use the embedded keypad .................................................................................................17
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    HP OmniBook 4100 User’s Handbook HP OMNIBOOK 4100 USER’S HANDBOOK... 4 Using This Online Handbook...4 Finding More Information ...4 Notice ...5 1. INTRODUCING THE OMNIBOOK ... 6 Identifying the Parts of the OmniBook...6 Learning About Windows ...8 Safety Information...8 Working in Comfort...9 2.
  • Page 2 To use the Alt Gr key ...18 Checking the Status of the OmniBook...18 To interpret the status lights ...18 Protecting the OmniBook...19 To set or change a password ...19 To delete a password ...20 To attach a security cable...21 To install McAfee VirusScan...21 3.
  • Page 3 To clean the case ...37 To clean the display...37 Solving Common Problems...37 Accessory Problems...38 Audio Problems...39 Display Problems...39 Hard Disk Drive Problems...39 Infrared Problems...40 Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems ...40 Memory Problems ...41 PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems ...41 Performance Problems...42 Power and Battery Problems ...42 Printing Problems...43 Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems...44...

  • Page 4: Hp Omnibook 4100 User's Handbook

    Internet at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. You can obtain a backup copy of the OmniBook Reference Guide (which came with your OmniBook) from our website (http://www.hp.com/omnibook). You can view or print it using an Acrobat viewer, available free of charge through our...

  • Page 5: Notice

    To re-install the User’s Handbook onto your hard drive, insert the Recovery CD and run Omnibook\Hputils\Disk1\Setup.Exe. OmniBook accessories may be purchased online. For the latest information, visit our website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. Notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Introducing The Omnibook

    You can use the floppy disk drive outside the module bay by connecting it to the parallel port using the optional HP F1473A external floppy disk drive cable. Battery operating time can be doubled when you carry an additional primary battery to be installed when the first runs down, or when you install a second battery in the plug-in module bay.
  • Page 7 1. Keyboard status lights (left to right: caps lock, keypad lock, num lock). 2. Built-in microphone. 3. Blue power button. Turns the OmniBook on and off. 4. Pointing stick (pointing device). 5. Touch pad (pointing device). 6. Built-in speakers. 7. Click buttons (for pointing devices). 8.

  • Page 8: Learning About Windows

    Safety Information AC Adapter Safety Use only the ac adapter shipped with the OmniBook (HP part number F1454A). Using any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and may void your warranty. Refer to the warranty statement for your product.

  • Page 9: Working In Comfort

    To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery, do not allow a metal object to touch across the battery contacts. Use only the battery designated for use with your model of the HP OmniBook. Do not disassemble. There are no serviceable parts inside.

  • Page 10: Operating The Omnibook

    There are two ways to power the OmniBook: by ac adapter and by battery. Caution Use only the HP adapter intended for this product, model F1454A. Using any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and may void your warranty.

  • Page 11: Starting And Stopping The Omnibook

    3. Press the blue power button to turn on the OmniBook. When the OmniBook is plugged into ac power and a battery is installed, it automatically recharges the battery. To check the status of the battery, see “Checking the Status of the OmniBook.” Starting and Stopping the OmniBook To start and stop the OmniBook.

  • Page 12: To Reset The Omnibook

    At startup, resets everything, starts a new session, and restores network connections. Preserving network connections. A plug-and play operating system, such as Windows 95, can restore network connections when you turn on the OmniBook. For Windows NT 4.0 or a different operating system, you may have to reset the OmniBook or restart the operating system to restore them.

  • Page 13: To Use The Built-In Pointing Devices

    To use the built-in pointing devices. To activate full touch pad capabilities. To activate full pointing stick capabilities. To configure pointing devices. Two pointing devices (pointing stick and touch pad) are built into your OmniBook. The default pointing device driver supports the enhanced features of the pointing stick and basic features of the touch pad.

  • Page 14: To Activate Full Touch Pad Capabilities

    Disable the pointing stick 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the System Devices menu. 4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Touch Pad.

  • Page 15: To Configure Pointing Devices

    Enable the pointing stick 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the System Devices menu. 4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Pointing Stick. (Choose Both if you want basic touch pad features available.)

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Sound System

    Observe the following guidelines to extend the life of the backlight in the OmniBook display. Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting (Fn+F1). When working at your desk, connect an external monitor and turn off the internal display (Fn+F5). Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the OmniBook from changing to Suspend or Standby mode after a time-out period.

  • Page 17: To Use The Fn Hot Keys

    Comfort shipped with your OmniBook, or visit our ergonomics website, http://www.hp.com/ergo. To use the Fn hot keys The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence—for various system controls. Press and hold Fn while pressing the desired key.

  • Page 18: To Use The Alt Gr Key

    Num Lock off. Keys change to cursor control keys. 1. Press the NmLk key to turn Num Lock on or off. 2. Press Fn+F8 to turn on the embedded keypad. –or– To temporarily turn on the embedded keypad, hold Fn while typing a key. Keyboard status lights show the status of the embedded keypad and Num Lock.

  • Page 19: Protecting The Omnibook

    Steady green light. Floppy disk is being read from or written to. ¨ 2. Power status light Steady green light. OmniBook is on. ¨ Steady amber light. OmniBook is in Standby or Suspend mode. ¨ No light. OmniBook is in Off or Hibernate mode. ¨...

  • Page 20: To Delete A Password

    OmniBook. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Pointing devices do not work in the BIOS Setup utility. Active keys are described along the bottom of the window.

  • Page 21: To Attach A Security Cable

    To install McAfee VirusScan The OmniBook comes equipped with McAfee VirusScan, which currently detects over 13,500 viruses. As an HP OmniBook owner, you are entitled to 90 days free support from McAfee and one free upgrade to VirusScan. For details, see the Readme file under Start, Programs, McAfee VirusScan.

  • Page 22: Managing Battery Power

    3. Managing Battery Power Recharging and Replacing Batteries. Conserving Battery Power. The primary portable source of power for the OmniBook is its replaceable, rechargeable battery. Your OmniBook accepts a main battery (in the battery bay) and, if desired, a second battery (in the plug-in module bay). In addition to the replacable battery, there is a permanent, internal backup battery, which recharges whenever the OmniBook is on or connected to ac.

  • Page 23: To Recharge The Battery

    Install a charged second battery in the plug-in module bay. See plug-in module." To recharge the battery The ac adapter is normally warm to the touch whenever it’s plugged into an ac outlet. The OmniBook is normally warm while it’s charging. Don’t charge it in a briefcase or other small space.

  • Page 24: Conserving Battery Power

    5. Grasp the underside of the battery firmly and pull out. 6. With the latch in the open position, slide the charged battery into the OmniBook until it is flush with the unit. 7. Close the battery bay release latch. Hint The battery module fits into either the plug-in module bay or the battery bay.

  • Page 25: To Get The Most From Your Batteries

    1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. whenever you are not using it for a short whenever you want to save your current “To change...
  • Page 26 Pointing devices do not work in the BIOS Setup utility. Active keys are described along the bottom of the window. Help information for the highlighted item appears on the right side of the window. 3. Select the Power menu. 4. Select Power Management Mode and use the F5 (or F6) key to move through the list of options and select one other than Disabled: Max.

  • Page 27: Making Connections

    4. Making Connections Using Plug-In Modules and Storage Media. Connecting External Devices. Using PC Cards. Using Docking Products. Using Plug-In Modules and Storage Media To replace a plug-in module. To insert or eject a floppy disk. To insert or remove a CD. The OmniBook Plug-In Modules User’s Guide describes OmniBook accessory modules and shows you how to install and use them.

  • Page 28: To Insert Or Eject A Floppy Disk

    4. Grasp the underside of the module firmly and pull out. 5. With the latch in the open position, slide the new plug-in module into the OmniBook until it is flush with the unit. 6. Close the module release latch. Hint The battery module fits into either the plug-in module bay or the battery bay.

  • Page 29: Connecting External Devices

    3. Place the CD into the drive (label facing up) and gently press down to seat the CD on the spindle. –or– Remove the CD. 4. Slide the CD-ROM tray back into the module to close it. If the CD-ROM drive has no power and you need to remove a CD from it, you can manually open the CD-ROM drive by inserting a straightened paper clip in to the recessed hole (as shown above).

  • Page 30: To Connect A Printer Or Other Parallel Device

    Hint Switching Displays. Use Fn+F5 to switch among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous displays. To connect a printer or other parallel device The most common parallel device is a printer. Connect the parallel printer cable or other parallel cable to the parallel port. To connect a serial mouse or other serial device Connect the serial cable to the serial port.

  • Page 31: To Connect An External Ps/2 Keyboard Or A Ps/2 Mouse

    1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook. 2. Plug the mouse or keyboard PS/2 cable into the PS/2 port on the OmniBook. To connect both a mouse and a keyboard, use the HP F1469A PS/2 Y- adapter. To connect a device that has a PC-type jack, first connect its cable to an adapter cable with a PS/2 jack.

  • Page 32: To Connect An Audio Source, A Microphone, Or Headphones

    Universal serial bus (USB) provides a bidirectional serial interface for adding peripheral devices, such as game controllers, serial and parallel ports, and scanners on a single bus. Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the OmniBook. The device is automatically recognized.

  • Page 33: Using Pc Cards

    Type III card. Both slots support Zoomed Video, which allows a zoomed video card to show high-quality multimedia presentations. For information about compatible cards, visit our website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. Or contact Hewlett-Packard as described in the Support and Service booklet. To insert a PC Card...

  • Page 34: To Remove A Pc Card

    To remove a PC Card Caution Never remove a PC Card while the OmniBook is actively reading or writing data. 1. Stop the PC Card by clicking the PC Card indicator in the taskbar, then clicking Stop (for Windows 95 only). This protects your data and avoids unexpected problems.

  • Page 35: To Dock The Omnibook

    OmniBook before inserting it into the dock. Caution Use only an HP F1454A ac adapter (the type shipped with your OmniBook). Using any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and may void your warranty. Refer to the warranty statement for your product.

  • Page 36: To Undock The Omnibook

    5. For Windows 95 only. If this is the first time you have docking under Windows 95, Windows 95 creates a docking hardware profile. Follow the on-screen instructions. To undock the OmniBook 1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook. If you have a plug-and-play operating system, such as Windows 95, you do not need to turn off the OmniBook before removing it from the dock.

  • Page 37: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Computer. Solving Common Problems. Cleaning the Computer To clean the case. To clean the display. To clean the case Use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean the case. You can use a mild detergent, but do not use abrasives or solvents, such as thinner, benzene, or isopropyl alcohol.

  • Page 38: Accessory Problems

    If you always want to boot from a CD, check boot order in the BIOS Setup utility. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Open the Boot menu. The default boot order is...

  • Page 39: Audio Problems

    Check settings in BIOS Setup. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the System Devices menu, check that Audio is enabled.

  • Page 40: Infrared Problems

    Check settings in the BIOS Setup utility. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the System Devices menu, check that Infrared Port is enabled.

  • Page 41: Memory Problems

    Make sure the touch pad or pointing stick is enabled in the BIOS Setup utility. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the System Devices menu, check Internal Pointing Devices.

  • Page 42: Performance Problems

    Check the BIOS Setup settings. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Power menu, set the Power Management Mode to Max.

  • Page 43: Printing Problems

    1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Power menu, make sure the Power Management Mode is set to Max.

  • Page 44: Serial, Parallel, And Usb Problems

    If the printer you are using is a 600-dpi (dots per inch) printer, try selecting a compatible printer driver for a 300-dpi printer. For example, for a 600-dpi HP LaserJet printer, try using the HP LaserJet IIIsi driver (300-dpi). Certain applications may not work properly with 600-dpi printers.

  • Page 45: Startup Problems

    1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the System Devices menu, check that Parallel Port or Serial Port is enabled.
  • Page 46 6. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility. Check that the Floppy Boot option in the BIOS Setup utility is enabled.

  • Page 47: Index

    Index ac adapter charging battery, 23 connecting, 10, 23 docking product, 35 jack, 7 safety, 8 accessories CD-ROM drive, 27 floppy disk drive, 27 problems, 38 second battery, 27 adjusting brightness, 15 volume, 16 Advanced Power Management (APM), 24 Alt Gr key, 18 audio adjusting volume, 16 connections, 32...
  • Page 48 documentation, 4, 37 dragging items, 13 drive C booting from, 12 embedded keypad problems, 41 using, 17 external keyboard connecting, 31 port location, 7 external monitor connecting, 29 port location, 8 F1 through F12, 17 fast infrared, 32 port location, 8 using, 32 floppy disk drive booting from, 45...
  • Page 49 computer, 37 display, 37 McAfee VirusScan, 21 memory problems, 41 microphone connecting, 32 location, 7 MicroSaver lock, 21 monitor external, 29 mouse (PS/2) port location, 7 connecting, 31 serial, 30 moving the pointer, 13 Num Lock status, 19 using, 17 numeric keypad, 17 on/off button action, 11...
  • Page 50 serial port connecting device, 30 conserving power, 24 location, 8 problems, 44 service, 9 Setup utility, 25 shift keys, 17, 18, 31 shortcut keys, 17 shut down, 11 slow infrared, 32 sound connections, 32 volume, 16 Sound Blaster Pro, 16 speakers connecting, 32 location, 7...

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