Startup Problems - HP OmniBook XE User Manual

Startup Problems

If the OmniBook doesn't respond at turn-on
Connect the AC adapter.
Press the blue power button to try turning on the unit.
Use the system-off button to reset the OmniBook.
If you get no response, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC cards, and undock
the computer—then plug in the AC adapter and try resetting.
If you still get no response, call HP for assistance.
If the OmniBook doesn't boot from battery power
Make sure the battery is properly inserted and fully charged.
Check battery contacts. If available, try another battery.
If the OmniBook doesn't boot from the floppy disk drive
Check the 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
Removable devices
Hard drive
ATAPI CD-ROM drive
4. If Removable Devices is not option 1, use the arrow keys to select Removable Devices.
5. Press F6 to move up (or F5 to move down) in the list.
6. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.
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