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  • Page 1 HP Notebook PC Startup Guide...
  • Page 2 Celeron™ and SpeedStep™ are U.S. trademarks of Intel Corporation. TrackPoint™ is a U.S. trademark of International Business Machines. Adobe® and Acrobat® are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Hewlett-Packard Company HP Notebook Customer Care 1000 NE Circle Blvd., MS 425E Corvallis, OR 97330 Startup Guide...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED BELOW, THIS HP SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT SHALL GOVERN THE USE OF ALL SOFTWARE THAT IS PROVIDED TO YOU AS PART OF THE HP PRODUCT AND SHALL SUPERSEDE ANY OTHER SOFTWARE WARRANTY STATEMENT THAT MAY BE INCLUDED IN THIS HP PRODUCT OR MAY BE FOUND ONLINE.
  • Page 4 COPIES AND ADAPTATIONS. Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software a) for archival purposes or (b) when copying or adaptation is an essential step in the use of the software with an HP product so long as the copies and adaptations are used in no other manner.
  • Page 5 U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or disclosure is subject to HP standard commercial license terms and for non-DOD Departments and Agencies of the U.S. Government, the restrictions set forth in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987) Hewlett-Packard Company, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304 U.S.A. Copyright (c) 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started with Your HP Notebook...9 Taking Inventory ...10 What’s in the box? ...10 To find more information ...11 Identifying Parts of the Computer ...12 Front View ...12 Back View ...13 Bottom View...14 Status Lights ...15 Setting Up Your Computer...17 Step 1: Install the battery ...17...
  • Page 8 HP Support and Service ...55 Getting Assistance for Your Computer ...56 To get help from the web...56 To contact HP for support or service...56 To receive repair service...59 To prepare your computer for shipment ...60 Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement ...61 Reference Information...63...

  • Page 9: Getting Started With Your Hp Notebook

    Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Startup Guide...

  • Page 10: Taking Inventory

    • Recovery CD, for restoring Windows and all software included with your computer. • Microsoft Windows manual. • CD with special software (for models with certain drive modules). In addition, your HP notebook includes preinstalled software. (The exact software installed depends on your particular notebook model.) Startup Guide...

  • Page 11: To Find More Information

    The full Reference Guide is shipped on the computer’s hard drive, and provides a Guide complete source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the online HP Library, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library. For Windows XP, the HP Library is in the Help and Support Center. Online HP Notes For late-breaking information available after the manuals were completed, see the HP Notes in the online HP Library, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library.

  • Page 12: Identifying Parts Of The Computer

    Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Front View 1. One-Touch buttons. 2. Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation. 3. Keyboard status lights. 4. Power slide button. Turns the computer on and off.

  • Page 13: Back View

    21. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally. Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer 22. External monitor port. 23. Docking port.

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 29. Plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery (certain models), or other plug-in module. 30. Main battery. 31. Main battery latch.

  • Page 15: Status Lights

    • Blinking: the battery has a fault. • Off: the AC adapter is not connected, a secondary battery is not installed, or the battery is not charging. Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Startup Guide...
  • Page 16 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active. 2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the embedded keypad.)

  • Page 17: Setting Up Your Computer

    HP docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. This can reduce the risk of ergonomic injury. See Working in Comfort in the online HP Library.
  • Page 18 Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer 2. Insert the front (rounded) end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, and lower the back end in until it clicks into place.

  • Page 19: Step 2: Connect Ac Power

    Step 2: Connect AC power CAUTION Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter). Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer and may void your warranty (see "Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement" on page 61).

  • Page 20: Step 3: Connect A Phone Line

    Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 3: Connect a phone line If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem.

  • Page 21: Step 4: Turn On The Computer

    Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab. • Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab. Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Startup Guide...

  • Page 22: Step 6: Register Your Notebook

    You can register while setting up Windows, or later in any of three ways: by modem, by phone, or by fax. For some countries and models, an HP notebook registration icon is available on the desktop. By modem If your computer does not have a built-in modem, you can register after you set up a PC Card modem or an external modem—or you can register by phone or fax.

  • Page 23: What To Do Next

    If you are connected to a wired or wireless LAN with Internet access or your computer has a modem (built-in, PC Card, or external), you can connect to the Internet. For details, see the online Reference Guide—click Start, Programs, HP Library (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Help and Support, HP Library (Windows XP).

  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Startup Guide...

  • Page 26: Operating Your Computer

    Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Operating Your Computer You can start and stop your computer using its blue sleep button. However, at certain times you may want to use other methods to start or stop the computer—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time. For information on caring for and protecting your computer, see “Operating Your Computer”...

  • Page 27: To Reset The Computer

    To reset the computer Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed. • If possible, shut down Windows: Windows 98 or 2000: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, click Shut Down, and press the blue sleep button to restart.

  • Page 28: To Change The Boot Device

    1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press ESC to display the Boot menu. 3. Use the arrow keys to select the boot device, and press ENTER.
  • Page 29 1. Touch pad on-off button and indicator light. 2. Touch pad (touch-sensitive pointing device). 3. Click buttons and scroll button. The click buttons work like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. The scroll button scroll the contents of a window. Moving and selecting 1.

  • Page 30: To Use The Fn Hot Keys

    Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Scrolling with the scroll button • Press the lower end of the scroll button to scroll down through the contents of a window. Press the upper end to scroll up. 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.

  • Page 31: Working In Comfort With A Notebook Pc

    HP docking accessories offer quick, easy connections to these devices. More information on how to prepare your workspace environment and set up your HP equipment is available in Working in Comfort, which is preloaded on the hard disk in the HP Library and available on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library—as well as at...
  • Page 32 Basic Operation Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC Using Your Mobile Computer • Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down.

  • Page 33: Batteries And Power Management

    Batteries and Power Management Startup Guide...

  • Page 34: Using Battery Power

    Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power Using Battery Power For information about how your computer regulates its power consumption, and how you can manually reduce power consumption and extend the life of the computer’s battery, see the chapter titled “Batteries and Power Management” in the online Reference Guide. To check battery status From the battery status lights You computer has one or two battery status lights, one for the main battery and, on...

  • Page 35: To Respond To A Low-Battery Warning

    To respond to a low-battery warning The computer automatically alerts you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. The computer first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you do not restore power within a short time, the computer goes into Hibernate mode. Once the computer enters Hibernate mode in this way, you won’t be able to turn it on again until you restore power by doing one of the following: •...

  • Page 37: Add-On Devices

    Add-On Devices Startup Guide...

  • Page 38: Using Plug-In Modules

    Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules Using Plug-In Modules You can use any compatible plug-in module with your computer’s module bay, such as: • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, or similar drive. • Zip drive. • Second hard drive. • Floppy disk drive. •...

  • Page 39: To Replace A Plug-In Module

    To replace a plug-in module Windows 98 uses hot-swap software to let you swap most plug-in modules without shutting down the computer. Before replacing a hard drive module, however, you must first shut down the computer. When a drive module is present, Windows 2000 displays the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon—and Windows XP displays the Safely Remove Hardware icon—at the right end of the taskbar.
  • Page 40 Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules 3. Press the button on the module release latch, and slide the latch toward the front of the computer. 4. Grasp the module and pull it out. 5. Slide the new plug-in module into the computer until it clicks into place. 6.

  • Page 41: Installing Additional Ram

    The computer has no memory (RAM) built in but has two slots that hold two RAM modules. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. You can use both slots to expand your RAM. Use HP PC-133 or higher SDRAM only. To install a RAM expansion module You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps.
  • Page 42 Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM 4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully inserted. Then press down at both sides until both latches snap closed. 5. Replace the cover. 6. Insert the battery. Note For Windows 98: if you increase your computer’s memory to more than 768 MB, the computer will not be able to hibernate unless you also increase the size of the Utility...

  • Page 43: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up and remove the two hard drive screws. 3.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance Startup Guide...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting Your Computer

    • See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the computer. • See the HP Notes in the online HP Library for updated information. • Find technical tips and software updates for the computer at the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport).

  • Page 47: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    If the screen is difficult to read • Try setting the display resolution to its default setting of 1024×768 or higher, depending on your model: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Display, Settings (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP).

  • Page 48: Performance Problems

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the touch pad or pointing stick doesn’t work • Don’t move the pointer or touch the touch pad while the computer is rebooting or resuming from Standby mode. If this happens, try the following: •...

  • Page 49: Startup Problems

    If the battery doesn’t charge • Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the computer, and that the light on the adapter is on. • If you’re using a power strip, remove the AC adapter from the power strip and plug it directly into a wall outlet.

  • Page 50: Testing The Hardware

    To run the e-Diagtools diagnostic test 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F10 to start the diagnostic test. 3. When the menu appears, press ENTER to run e-Diagtools. The first time you run the program, you will be prompted to select the language for the program.
  • Page 51 14. Optional: open the Support Ticket. In Windows, click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP e-Diagtools, e-Diagtools for Windows, or click Start, Programs (or All Programs), HP e-Diagtools, e-Diagtools for Windows, depending on your model. 15. Click View to display the Support Ticket.

  • Page 52: Configuring The Computer

    1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. The pointing devices are not active in BIOS Setup, so you will need to use the keyboard to navigate: •...

  • Page 53: Reinstalling And Updating Software

    • On your computer’s hard drive under C:\hp\Drivers. • On the Recovery CD under \hp\Drivers. • On the HP Business Support Web site (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport). This Web site contains the latest updates of software drivers for different operating systems. To recover the factory installation of your hard disk You can use the Recovery CD to reinstall the original factory software on your computer’s hard disk.
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 7. When the Recovery CD dialog box appears, follow the displayed instructions. To perform a standard recovery, press 2, 1, 1. If prompted, accept the recommended partition size. If you install the factory software, the recovery process can take up to 15 minutes.

  • Page 55: Hp Support And Service

    HP Support and Service Startup Guide...

  • Page 56: Getting Assistance For Your Computer

    To contact HP for support or service HP Customer Care Centers will assist you free of charge during the term of the warranty (you are responsible for the telephone charges). During the free assistance period, HP will assist with questions about: •...
  • Page 57 (www.hp.com/go/bizsupport) under “Contact HP” for the most complete and current list of phone numbers. If your HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use, you must call a Customer Care Center that supports your notebook model.
  • Page 58 HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer North America United States: Omnibook: (970) 635-1000 Pavilion: (208) 323-2551 Canada: (905) 206-4663 Latin America Argentina: Buenos Aires: 5411-4778-8380 outside B.A.: 0810-555-5520 Brazil: São Paulo: (11) 7297-4998 outside São Paulo: 0800-157751...

  • Page 59: To Receive Repair Service

    To receive repair service If the HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use, it must be returned for service to a country in which it is sold and supported. Note HP Pavilion notebooks have regional support and service in selected countries.

  • Page 60: To Prepare Your Computer For Shipment

    If you have questions about packaging requirements when returning your notebook for repair, contact HP Service and Support—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 56. If your notebook is not packaged properly, you will be responsible for any damages to it that occur during shipping.

  • Page 61: Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement

    3. HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is unable, within a reasonable time, to repair or replace any product to a condition as warranted, you will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt return of the product.
  • Page 62 7. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT OR DATA), OR OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.

  • Page 63: Reference Information

    Reference Information Startup Guide...

  • Page 64: Hardware Specifications

    Hardware Specifications Hardware Specifications Technology Codes Each HP notebook computer has a two-letter technology code. The technology code is shown on the serial-number label on the bottom of the computer, and it is also included in the BIOS version number.
  • Page 65 Mass Storage 10- to 30-GB removable hard drive with Ultra-DMA 100 interface. 1.44-MB floppy drive module (for certain models). 24x CD-ROM, 6x or 8x DVD, or other drive module (or higher). Optional drive modules available. Two slots for PC-133 SDRAM modules. Up to 1024 MB RAM maximum.
  • Page 66 Reference Information Hardware Specifications Wireless LAN Radio: IEEE 802.11b, WECA Wi-Fi compliant, direct-sequence spread-spectrum. (certain models) Operating frequency: 2.5-GHz ISM band, exact frequencies and channels depend on country. Raw data rate: 1, 2, 5.5, or 11 Mbps. Transmitter output: 15 dBm typical (approx. 30 mW), 16 dBm max (approx. 40 mW). Receiver sensitivity: –84 dBm typical.
  • Page 67 Reference Information Hardware Specifications Major ICs Models with Technology Code EB: CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium III-M or Celeron processor. Core logic: Intel 830M/ICH3M chipset. Display controller: ATI Mobility Radeon M6-P. Audio controller: ESS ES1988. CardBus controller: TI PC1420. Keyboard/embedded controller: National PC87570. Super I/O: National PC87393F.

  • Page 68: Safety Information

    250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 125 Vac (3 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) HP Part Number 8120-6313 8120-6314 8120-8699 8120-6312 8120-6316 8121-0702 8120-6317...

  • Page 69: Ergonomics

    • 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 70: Laser Safety

    • Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 56. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit.

  • Page 71: Exposure To Radio Frequency Radiation

    HP therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.

  • Page 72: Regulatory Information

    Reference Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your computer complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the computer in these regions.

  • Page 73: Canada

    Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company Product name: HP Omnibook 6000 series and Pavilion series Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 74: European Union

    Contact your equipment supplier if it is necessary to use the equipment on a different telephone network. For further product support, contact Hewlett-Packard—see “To contact HP for support or service” on page 56. Belgium: For outdoor usage only channels 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed.

  • Page 75: Japan

    Japan Japan Telecommunications Approval JATE approval number: A01-1013JP, A01-1038JP, A99-0976JP Name of Equipment: T51M044.00, J07M040.04, 3CN3BN1556B TELEC approval number: 01NYDA1044 Name of Equipment: 802MIP(W) Reference Information Regulatory Information Startup Guide...

  • Page 76: Russia

    Reference Information Regulatory Information Russia International Products sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed on the following page. Startup Guide...
  • Page 77 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The HP F1454A and F1781A ac/dc adapter used with this product is designed to operate on all power systems, other than IT power systems.

  • Page 79: Index

    Hibernate partition, 54 plug-in modules, 39 replacing hard disk, 43 DVD drive installing, 39 e-Diagtools for Windows, 50, 51 e-mail HP Customer Care, 57 ergonomics, 17 external devices installing, See Reference Guide external monitor, See Reference Guide external mouse...
  • Page 80 17 opening, 41 status lights, 12, 16 troubleshooting, 47 Keypad Lock, 12, 16 connecting to, See Reference Guide laser safety, 70 Library (HP), 11 lights status, 12, 15, 16 LPT1 port, 13 memory adding, 41 PC-133, 41 microphone...
  • Page 81 29 location, 12 troubleshooting, 47 using, 29 troubleshooting battery, 48 display, 46 hard disk drive, 47 HP Instant Support, 46 keyboard, 47 pointing devices, 47 power, 48 startup, 49 turning on computer, 21 URLs, 11 connecting, See Reference Guide...

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