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HP OmniBook 5700 Installation And Setup Manual

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  • Page 1 OmniBook 5700 Installation and Setup 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 Agreement. Product Recovery CD -ROM. If your computer was shipped with a product recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with which the...
  • Page 4 product recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii) The use of any operating system software by Microsoft contained in any such product recovery CD-ROM shall be governed by the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA). Transfer of Rights in Software. Customer may transfer rights in the software to a third party only as part of the transfer of all rights and only if Customer obtains the prior agreement of the third party to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Starting Out with Your OmniBook ... Setting Up the OmniBook ... To set up the OmniBook ... To select one of the factory-installed operating systems ... Getting Comfortable ... A tour of the OmniBook ... To adjust the display ... To use the pointing device ...
  • Page 6 Installing Windows NT or OS/2 Warp ... To install Windows NT or OS/2 Warp ... Installing HP Applications ... To install HP software programs ... To read the online User’s Guide ... 3. Expanding the OmniBook ... Replacing Hardware ...
  • Page 7 5. Troubleshooting ... Solving Basic Problems ... 6. Specifications and Regulatory Information ... Hardware Specifications ... Software System Resources ... Safety Information ... Working in Comfort ... Regulatory Information ... U.S.A..Canada ... Japan ... Europe ... 6-10 6-10 6-11 6-11 6-12...

  • Page 9: Starting Out With Your Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook...
  • Page 10 The online Windows Quick Start and MS-DOS Quick Start manuals: These are in the OmniBook Library group for Windows for Workgroups. The OmniBook Website at http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook: Evaluator’s Guide at our Website provides complete information about installing alternate operating systems, as well as how to configure the OmniBook in a corporate, networked environment.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Omnibook

    2. Plug the power cord into the ac adapter, then into a grounded outlet. C A U T I O N Use only an HP F1140A or HP F1044B ac adapter. Using an improper adapter could damage the OmniBook and will make your warranty invalid.

  • Page 12: To Select One Of The Factory-Installed Operating Systems

    C A U T I O N 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 13 As part of the setup procedure, you must make a one-time, final selection of the operating system you want to use. Once made, this selection can be changed only by purchasing new copies of DOS 6.22 and Windows for Workgroups. (Windows 95 is included on the Recovery CD-ROM.) Should you later need to reinstall the operating system, you can reinstall Windows 95 from the Recovery CD—or Windows for Workgroups from retail disks, which you...
  • Page 14 Starting Out with Your OmniBook Setting Up the OmniBook 4. Choose the following option: No, I want to install MS-DOS 6.22 and Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1 5. Click OK to continue the Setup program and install Windows for Workgroups.

  • Page 15: Getting Comfortable

    Getting Comfortable This section introduces the OmniBook and shows you how perform some basic tasks. In this section you’ll learn how to Identify parts of the OmniBook. Adjust the display. Use the TrackPoint III pointing device. Adjust and use the OmniBook keyboard features. Adjust the volume of the OmniBook.

  • Page 16: A Tour Of The Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook The following illustrations point out key parts of the OmniBook. Latch to open OmniBook TrackPoint III Internal speaker Hard disk drive CD-ROM drive, floppy disk drive, or high-capacity Main battery...

  • Page 17: To Adjust The Display

    To adjust the display Brightness All OmniBooks are equipped with a brightness control. Some models also have a contrast control. The display controls are located to the right of the display. Contrast To use the pointing device The pointing device controls the motion of the pointer on the screen by detecting pressure.

  • Page 18: To Adjust The Omnibook Keyboard

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook To adjust the OmniBook keyboard You can tilt the OmniBook keyboard to a more comfortable typing angle with the built-in tilt feet located on the bottom of the OmniBook. Tilt foot Special features of the OmniBook keyboard In addition to the standard typing keys, the OmniBook keyboard contains the following special keys and features:...

  • Page 19: To Adjust The Speaker Volume

    Unshifted To adjust the speaker volume All OmniBook 5700 models support Sound Blaster compatible sound. The easiest way to adjust the speaker volume is to use the built in Fn key combinations. Hold down FN and press F8 or F9 as needed to gradually decrease or increase the maximum volume.

  • Page 20: To Start The Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook To start the OmniBook You can easily start and stop your OmniBook using the blue On/Suspend button. However, at certain times, you may want to use other methods for starting and stopping your OmniBook—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and startup time.
  • Page 21 Press Fn+F12 simultaneously with the ac adapter unplugged. This stores the current session on the hard disk and completely shuts down the OmniBook. The computer reboots when you turn it on, then restores the session. –or– Shut down Windows, then press the square Off button on the left side of the case for 2 seconds.

  • Page 22: Effects Of Stopping The Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook Effects of Stopping the OmniBook When you press this The OmniBook does this On/Suspend button Turns off the display. (with ac adapter) Continues the current session. Maintains network connections. Maintains SCSI devices. Charges the battery.
  • Page 23 For Windows 95, the Start button provides two commands that stop the OmniBook. Suspend changes the OmniBook to the Suspend state. Shut Down (shut down the computer) changes the OmniBook to the Off state. If you plug in the ac adapter while the OmniBook is stopped, battery-charging components are activated, but the OmniBook stays in the same power state.

  • Page 24: To Reset And Restart The Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook To reset and restart the OmniBook If your OmniBook stops responding—and you can’t get around this in Windows— you can reset the OmniBook and restart Windows. 1. If possible, shut down Windows. 2.

  • Page 25: To Understand The Status Panel

    To understand the status panel The OmniBook status panel, located above the keyboard, contains indicators that show the current status of the OmniBook. There are three groups of icons on the status panel that indicate Keyboard status. Data storage status. Power status.

  • Page 26: To Attach A Security Cable

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook A tour of the OmniBook Power status These icons indicate power conditions—ac adapter use, battery status, charging status. This icon appears when the OmniBook is in the Suspend power state; the “bookmark” icon reminds you that the state of the computer has been saved.

  • Page 27: Using Omnibook Accessories

    Using OmniBook Accessories Depending on the accessories you purchased with your OmniBook, the center drive-bay can hold an internal CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, or a high-capacity battery. In this section you’ll learn how to Remove accessory modules from the OmniBook. Install and use the floppy disk drive.

  • Page 28: To Remove Accessories From The Omnibook

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook Using OmniBook Accessories To remove accessories from the OmniBook The OmniBook’s center drive bay can hold a CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, or a high-capacity (2nd) battery for extra power. Floppy disk drive Use this procedure to remove any of these accessories. 1.

  • Page 29: To Install The Floppy Disk Drive

    To install the floppy disk drive 1. If necessary, remove the current accessory module from the OmniBook. 2. Slide the floppy disk drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. –or– Connect the floppy disk drive to the OmniBook externally by pulling out the floppy disk drive cable and connecting it to the parallel port on the left side of the OmniBook.

  • Page 30: To Insert And Eject A Floppy Disk

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook Using OmniBook Accessories To insert and eject a floppy disk When the OmniBook is reading or writing data to the floppy disk drive, the floppy disk indicator appears on the Status Panel (above the function keys). floppy disk indicator C A U T I O N Do not insert or remove a floppy disk while the OmniBook is actively reading...

  • Page 31: To Install The Cd-Rom Drive

    To install the CD-ROM drive You install the CD-ROM drive in the center drive bay of the OmniBook. To use both the CD-ROM drive and the floppy disk drive, connect the floppy disk drive to the OmniBook’s parallel port (on the left side of the OmniBook). 1.

  • Page 32: To Insert And Remove A Cd

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook Using OmniBook Accessories To insert and remove a CD When the OmniBook is reading data from the CD-ROM drive, the CD disk indicator CD disk indicator appears on the Status Panel (above the function keys). C A U T I O N Do not insert or remove a CD while the OmniBook is actively reading data.

  • Page 33: 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 34: To Replace The Battery

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook Using OmniBook Accessories To replace the battery The primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeable battery. The OmniBook provides several safeguards so that you won’t be surprised by a Fully charged battery dead-battery condition—the status panel shows the remaining battery charge, the battery symbol blinks when the battery is low, and a lightning bolt symbol appears on the status panel when the battery is charging.

  • Page 35: To Install A High-Capacity Battery

    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. Then press the blue On/Suspend button to stop the OmniBook. 2.

  • Page 36: To Handle And Store The Battery Safely

    When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer or HP sales office. Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 °C (113 °F).

  • Page 37: To Insert A Pc Card

    To insert a PC card The OmniBook PC card slots are available for storing data and expanding the communication capabilities of the OmniBook. The OmniBook supports standard Type I, II, and III PC cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). You can use two thin cards or one thick card.

  • Page 38: To Remove A Pc Card

    Starting Out with Your OmniBook Using OmniBook Accessories About RAM Cards If you’re using a RAM card with the OmniBook, keep these suggestions in mind: For a new RAM card, install its battery before you insert the card. Replace the RAM card battery yearly. When you want to replace a RAM card battery, plug the card into the OmniBook and make sure the OmniBook stays turned on while you replace the battery.

  • Page 39: Where To Go From Here

    Visit Our Web site For updates to the BIOS and other technical information, connect to our World-Wide Web site on the Internet at http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook. See the Corporate Evaluator’s Guide at our Website for complete information about installing alternate operating systems, as well as how to configure the OmniBook in a corporate, networked environment.

  • Page 41: Installing An Operating System

    Installing an Operating System...

  • Page 42: Installing An Operating System

    Windows 95 operating system. Windows for Workgroups from your own disks. Other HP programs, online User’s Guide, and drivers from the Recovery CD that came with your OmniBook. Windows NT and OS/2 Warp from your own disks, and using instructions and drivers from the Corporate Evaluator’s Guide on our Website at...

  • Page 43: What The Recovery Cd Contains

    What the Recovery CD Contains You will need the Recovery CD-ROM and the Support Utilities floppy disk to recover the Windows 95 operating system or HP factory-installed software. Directory Contains... README.TXT text file Instructions for using the Recovery CD. RECOVER\ Encrypted Microsoft Windows 95 recovery files.

  • Page 44: Reinstalling Windows 95

    Installing an Operating System Reinstalling Windows 95 Reinstalling Windows 95 The following procedure describes how to reinstall the Windows 95 operating system that came with your OmniBook. These steps will format the hard drive. Back up any files you would like to save before reinstalling Windows 95. The entire recovery process takes approximately 1 hour.
  • Page 45 9. When prompted for “Hibernate” partition size, you can continue with the default 64M byte Hibernate partition or choose an alternate size (based on the amount of system RAM installed). 10. After the successful creation of the Hibernate partition , press Ctrl+Alt+Del to reboot the OmniBook.

  • Page 46: Reinstalling Windows For Workgroups

    Installing an Operating System Reinstalling Windows for Workgroups Reinstalling Windows for Workgroups The following procedure describes how to restore Windows for Workgroups and your original OmniBook software. The entire recovery process takes approximately 1 hour. To recover your Windows for Workgroups operating system, you’ll need a CD-ROM drive, floppy disk drive, your Windows for Workgroups backup disks, your MS-DOS 6.22 backup disks, the Recovery CD, and the Support Utility disk.

  • Page 47: To Make Dos 6.22 And Windows For Workgroups Disks

    15. Reset the OmniBook. The DOS 6.22 Startup menu appears. 16. Click option 3: Recover Windows for Workgroups drivers and HP Application Software 17. Click the type of CD-ROM drive you’re using: internal OmniBook, SCSI with docking system, or PC card or parallel port.

  • Page 48: To Install Windows For Workgroups Drivers

    If you've installed a commercial version of Windows or Windows for Workgroups, you'll need to manually install the required OmniBook device drivers or use the OmniBook 5700 Windows 3.X Driver Setup program. These steps modify some of your system files-such as WIN.INI and AUTOEXEC.BAT. An original version of each file is preserved in the C:\OMNI_DRV.XXX directory.

  • Page 49: Installing Windows Nt Or Os/2 Warp

    On the Recovery CD ROM, under OMNIBOOK\DRIVERS. On the OmniBook's hard drive under C:\OMNIBOOK\DRIVERS. On our Website at http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook . This site contains the latest updates of software drivers. Different versions of an operating system require different drivers, so make sure to...

  • Page 50: Installing Hp Applications

    1-3-17. 2. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. From the \OMNIBOOK\HPUTILS\DISK1 directory on the CD, double-click SETUP.EXE. The OmniBook Application Software Setup menu appears. 3. Click the HP applications you’d like to install, then click Install Now. 2-10...

  • Page 51: Installing Hp Applications

    2. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 3. To read the Windows for Workgroups manual, double-click HPBOOK.EXE from \OMNIBOOK\MANUALS\WFW. 4. To read the Windows 95 manual, double-click HPBOOK.EXE from \OMNIBOOK\MANUALS\WIN95. Installing an Operating System Installing HP Applications 2-11...

  • Page 53: Expanding The Omnibook

    Expanding the OmniBook...

  • Page 54: Expanding The Omnibook

    Expanding the OmniBook This chapter describes procedures to expand or update the capabilities of your OmniBook, including: Replacing internal hardware. Connecting external devices.

  • Page 55: Replacing Hardware

    Replacing Hardware This section describes how to Remove and install the hard disk drive. Find the system software version and memory size. Install a memory-expansion board. To remove the hard disk drive You can upgrade the OmniBook system by installing a new hard drive or you may want to switch hard drives between OmniBooks.

  • Page 56: To Install The Hard Disk Drive

    5. Press the Off button for 2 seconds, then press the blue On/Suspend button. To find the system software version and memory size In Windows 95 Click Start, HP User Tools, Information 2, OmniBook System Information. The software version and amount of memory are displayed. In Windows for Workgroups 1.

  • Page 57: To Add Memory To The Omnibook

    To add memory to the OmniBook The OmniBook memory slots accommodate two memory-expansion boards. You can install a memory-expansion board to increase the total amount of memory. C A U T I O N Take precautions against damage from static electricity: Gather all the parts you need so you can complete the installation in one sitting.
  • Page 58 Expanding the OmniBook Replacing Hardware If you’re using Windows for Workgroups 11. In Control Panel, double-click the Enhanced icon, then click Virtual Memory and Change. 12. First clear the Use 32-Bit File Access option—then select this option again. This updates the Cache Size setting. 13.

  • Page 59: Connecting Devices

    Connecting Devices Your OmniBook is a powerful computer in its own right—but you’ll greatly expand its capabilities by connecting other devices. In this section you’ll learn how to Connect an external monitor and adjust the display type. Turn off the built-in display. Connect and install a printer.

  • Page 60: To Connect An External Monitor

    The default display setting provides optimum performance for the OmniBook’s internal display. To change the display options for the external monitor in Windows 95—select Start, HP User Tools, Setup, Display, Settings. in Windows for Workgroups—double-click the OmniBook Tools, Display. If the external display has higher resolution than the OmniBook display, you’ll have...

  • Page 61: To Turn Off The Built-In Display

    Before you can print from your OmniBook, you have to install the printer so that it can communicate with the OmniBook. In Windows 95—select Start, HP User Tools, Setup, Printers. In Windows for Workgroups—double-click Control Panel, Printers. Expanding the OmniBook...

  • Page 62: To Connect An External Mouse Or Keyboard

    Expanding the OmniBook Connecting Devices To connect an external mouse or keyboard Although the OmniBook comes with a full-sized keyboard, you can attach an external keyboard and an external mouse. 1. Plug the mouse or keyboard cable into the external mouse/keyboard port on the back of the OmniBook.

  • Page 63: To Enable The Fn Keys

    To enable the FN keys If you’ve connected an external keyboard, you need to enable the external FN keys. 1. Press Fn+F2 to start the SCU. 2. From the Input/Output menu, select External Devices. 3. Check Enable External FN Key. To access the FN key on your external keyboard, use CTRL+ALT.

  • Page 64: To Specify Serial Port Settings

    Expanding the OmniBook Connecting Devices To specify serial port settings Many applications provide a way for you to adjust the settings for serial ports they use. Other applications don’t let you change serial port settings. However, you can use Control Panel to set the basic serial port settings—the ones used by an application that doesn’t change settings.

  • Page 65: To Connect A Parallel Device

    To connect a parallel device The OmniBook 25-pin parallel port is a standard parallel port. The most common types of parallel connections involve connections to printers and to other computers. For a printer connection, use a standard parallel printer cable available at computer dealers or electronic supply stores.

  • Page 66: To Make An Infrared Connection

    Expanding the OmniBook Connecting Devices To make an infrared connection The infrared port provides a type of serial connection that doesn’t require cables— you just have to line up the device’s infrared port with the right rear of your OmniBook. Keep the distance within about 3 feet (1 meter) for optimum performance.

  • Page 67: To Set Up A Pc Card Or Parallel Port Cd-Rom Drive

    To set up a PC card or parallel port CD-ROM drive The general steps for setting up a PC card CD-ROM drive are as follows: 1. Copy the device drivers—from the installation software provided with the CD-ROM drive—to the Support Utility disk into the A:\tools directory. 2.

  • Page 69: Changing The Configuration

    Changing the Configuration...
  • Page 70 This chapter describes the OmniBook tools and utilities that come with the OmniBook. Use them to view and adjust configuration settings. This chapter describes HP User Tools (Windows 95 operating system only). OmniBook Tools (Windows for Wordgroups operating systems only). System Configuration Utility (operating-system-independent).
  • Page 71 Workgroups, you can also use a Tools application in Windows. The SCU provides more options for certain settings. The following chart summarizes the OmniBook settings you can change. See the sections of this chapter for details. Settings HP User Tools (Windows 95) Display, keyboard, pointer Display resolution Display switching...

  • Page 72: Using Hp User Tools

    3. After you make the changes, exit HP User Tools. Information 1 Opens the OmniBook User’s Guide and other online sources of information. Information 2 Shows the HP software license agreement, and shows the BIOS version and the amount of system memory. Setup OmniBook Display Sets whether the built-in display is on or off when an external display is present.
  • Page 73 Opens the Windows Control Panel for changing other settings. Advanced PC Identification Lets you define four text strings for name, title, company, address, phone, etc. Uninstall Lets you remove selected sets of OmniBook software from the hard disk drive. Changing the Configuration Using HP User Tools...

  • Page 74: Using Omnibook Tools

    Changing the Configuration Using OmniBook Tools Using OmniBook Tools OmniBook Tools give you a convenient way in Windows for Workgroups to change the way your OmniBook looks and operates. For many settings, it’s an alternative to using the System Configuration Utility. To run OmniBook Tools 1.
  • Page 75 COM Ports Sets serial and infrared port addresses and interrupts. Printers Sets printer options. Card Slots Starts the CardWizard application for managing PC cards. Infrared Communications Starts IrMonitor or sets when it starts. IrMonitor provides IrDA communications. Input Devices Pointing Devices Sets pointing device or mouse settings.

  • Page 76: Using The System Configuration Utility

    Changing the Configuration Using the System Configuration Utility Using the System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) provides access to basic configuration settings. It is independent of the operating system. To run the SCU (during reboot) 1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and reboot the OmniBook. If necessary, you can press Ctrl+Alt+Del to reboot.
  • Page 77 Sets the date and time. Date and Time Boot Devices Boot Device FDD First. The typical PC boot, where drive A is searched first for a system disk, then drive C. HDD Only. Boots the computer from drive C only. Provides protection from boot-sector virus.
  • Page 78 Changing the Configuration Using the System Configuration Utility Set User password The user password protects user events selected in Password Options, but doesn’t give access to protected administrator options, such as PC ID. PC Identification Four text strings for name, company, address, phone. Internal Cache Enables faster performance by using internal processor memory.
  • Page 79 saving is active regardless of this setting. Suspend, Auto Hibernate, HDD power-down, CPU power-down are automatic turn-off times when operating on battery power. Enable Hibernate enables or prevents saving and restoring a session from the hard disk. Time-out during screen activity permits automatic suspend if the only activity is display activity.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 82 Service booklet or OmniBook Support in the online OmniBook Library. Get information about system resources (interrupts, addresses, and memory)— see “Software System Resources” on page 6-4. Find technical information about the OmniBook on the Internet—visit the World-Wide Web support site at http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook.

  • Page 83: Solving Basic Problems

    Solving Basic Problems If your OmniBook has a problem starting, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. If the OmniBook turns off immediately after it turns on Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the ac adapter, or insert a fresh battery pack.
  • Page 84 Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If the OmniBook doesn’t reboot successfully If your operating system is MS-DOS or Windows for Workgroups If no text is displayed, or if things stop before you see any text about MS-DOS, the unit probably requires service. If you see error messages during startup, but Windows starts or you get an MS-DOS prompt, exit Windows.
  • Page 85 Try adjusting the brightness and contrast by sliding the controls below the screen. Try changing the color scheme. For Windows for Workgroups, use Display in OmniBook Tools. For Windows 95, use Display in HP User Tools. Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems to reboot from drive A—...

  • Page 87: Specifications And Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information...

  • Page 88: Specifications And Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information Your OmniBook is designed to provide trouble-free operation. The following suggestions can help you maintain its dependability: Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in the next section. Check out the tips about ergonomics and work habits. If you have problems, see the problem-solving suggestions in chapter 5 of this manual.

  • Page 89: Hardware Specifications

    Hardware Specifications Display Backlit liquid-crystal display (LCD). SVGA (800 x 600 dots) up to 64K colors Keyboard Enhanced PC functionality with compact layout. Embedded numeric keypad. Tilt feet Pointing device. Memory RAM: 8 MB or more (depending on the model), expandable to 64 MB maximum. Mass Card slots: two PC card slots available (two type I or type II cards or one type III card).

  • Page 90: Software System Resources

    Specifications and Regulatory Information Software System Resources Software System Resources Below are default values for the system resources. To see other, non-default possibilities, refer to the System Configuration Utility, which lists port and audio device configurations in the Input/Output menu. System Resources The tables in this section show typical resource usage as set up by the OmniBook BIOS.
  • Page 91 Valid uses for memory addresses CC000-E7FFF: Upper memory blocks (UMBs) in the range CC000-E7FFF. PC card and ISA/PCI card memory windows in the range CC000-DFFFF. ISA/PCI card boot ROM in the range CE000-DFFFF. System Input/Output Addresses (100 -3FF) 170-177 Secondary HDD controller (internal CD-ROM) 1F0-1F7 Internal hard disk 200-207...

  • Page 92: Safety Information

    To purchase a power cord (including one for a country not listed below) or a replacement ac adapter (HP part number F1044B), contact your local Hewlett-Packard dealer or Sales and Service office.
  • Page 93 To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch across the battery contacts. The battery pack is suitable for use only with an HP OmniBook 5700 and F1338A battery charger.
  • Page 94 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 95: Working In Comfort

    Working in Comfort Ergonomics is the science that fits products to people. Its goal is to make products easy, enjoyable, safe, and efficient to use. However, with even the best designed equipment, how you use the product is very important. You can use your OmniBook virtually anywhere, anytime, so following the guidelines below can be a challenge—but your efforts will be worthwhile, and help ensure that your OmniBook is ergonomically effective for you.

  • Page 96: Regulatory Information

    OmniBook in these regions. U.S.A. The OmniBook 5700 generates and uses radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio and television reception. The OmniBook 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 97: 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 98: Europe

    Information: Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. The HP F1044B ac/dc adapter used with this product is designed to operate on all power systems, other than IT power systems. [1] The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett-Packard personal computer peripherals.
  • Page 99 1-9 display type, 3-8 volume, 1-11 administrator Caps Lock icon, 1-17 password, 4-4 CardBus, 1-29 advanced settings cards serial ports, 3-12 applications (HP), 2-10 audio system headphones, 1-11 microphone, 1-11 CD-ROM drive speakers, 1-11 volume, 1-11 channels (DMA), 6-5 charging...
  • Page 100 PC cards, 1-29 battery, 1-3 Num Lock factory-installed icon, 1-17 operating system, HP applications, OmniBook 2-10 cleaning, 6-2 HP software, 2-3 Notes, 1-31 operating systems, Website, 1-2, 1-31 online User's Guide, OS/2 Warp, 2-9 1-31 Windows, 2-3 operating systems Windows 95, 2-4...
  • Page 101 Sound Blaster, 1-11 recovering Windows, speakers Recovery CD, 2-3, 2-4 specifications, 6-2 regulatory information, 6-10 status reinstalling HP applications, 2-10 User's Guide, 2-2 status panel, 1-17 Windows 95, 2-4 super VGA, 3-8 Windows for support, 6-8 Workgroups, 2-6 Support Utilities disk,...

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