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- Page 1 HP Notebook PC Startup 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.
- Page 3 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 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).
- Page 4 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. Upon such a transfer, Customer agrees that his/her rights in the software are terminated and that he/she will either destroy his/her copies and adaptations or deliver them to the third party.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introducing the Notebook Computer ... 7 Taking Inventory... 8 What’s in the Box?... 8 Software bundled on your computer... 9 To find more information... 10 Identifying Parts of the Computer ... 11 Front View ... 11 Bottom View ... 12 Back View... - Page 6 Support and Service ... 53 Getting Assistance for Your Computer ... 54 To get help from the web ... 54 To contact the HP Customer Care Center... 54 To receive repair service ... 56 To prepare your computer for shipment ... 57 Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement...
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Page 7: Introducing The Notebook Computer
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Page 8: Taking Inventory
Hewlett-Packard. Your computer has several features that make it convenient to use: • The display is brighter than those on previous HP notebook computers. • Two buttons provide convenient options for starting and stopping the computer. -
Page 9: Software Bundled On Your Computer
Software bundled on your computer Your computer includes the following software. Software Softex Bay Manager Agaté Tioman Hot-Swap QuickLink HP e-center VirusScan Adobe Acrobat Reader MusicMatch Jukebox Microsoft Works Microsoft Encarta Microsoft Money HP DiagTools DVD Express HP TopTools Function Lets you swap most modules in the plug-in bay without needing to shut down and reboot the computer (Windows ME only). -
Page 10: To Find More Information
The full Reference Guide is shipped on the computer’s hard drive, and provides a complete Guide source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the HP Library group, or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library. For Windows ME, click Start, Help, Your HP Notebook, HP Reference Guide. -
Page 11: Identifying Parts Of The Computer
Identifying Parts of the Computer Front View 1. Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation. 2. Keyboard status lights (left to right: Caps Lock, Num Lock, Keypad Lock, Scroll Lock). 3. Power slide button. Turns the computer on and off. 4. Pointing stick (pointing device). 5. -
Page 12: Bottom View
Introducing the Notebook Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 19. Modem port (on certain models). 20. LAN port (on certain models). 21. PC Card and CardBus slots (upper and lower). 22. Hard disk drive. 23. Main battery latch. Startup Guide 24. -
Page 13: Back View
Back View 28. Universal serial bus port (USB). 29. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally. 30. Docking port. 31. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). Introducing the Notebook Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer 32. -
Page 14: Status Lights
Introducing the Notebook Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Status Lights The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as caps lock and num lock. The following diagram shows the status lights on the front of the computer. 1. - Page 15 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.) 3.
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Page 16: Setting Up Your Computer
Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library (for Windows ME, click Start, Help, Your HP Notebook), or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo. For a summary about working with a notebook computer, see “Working in Comfort with a... - Page 17 Introducing the Notebook Computer Setting Up Your Computer To remove the battery • Slide the battery’s release latch, then lift the battery out of its compartment. Startup Guide...
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Page 18: 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 the warranty statement in this manual). -
Page 19: Step 3 - Turn On The Computer
Introducing the Notebook Computer Setting Up Your Computer Step 3 – Turn on the computer • Press the blue sleep button above the keyboard. The computer then boots up, and Windows starts automatically. Hint If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. -
Page 20: Step 4 - Set Up Windows
Follow the onscreen instructions. (See the online Reference Guide for details about using the built-in modem.) To register by phone, call your HP Customer Care Center—see “To contact the HP Customer Care Center” on page 54 for the phone number. -
Page 21: Using Your Computer
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Page 22: Operating Your Computer
Using Your Computer 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 23: To Reset The Computer
Hint To boot from a floppy drive or CD-ROM or DVD drive, press ESC during reboot when the HP logo and prompt appear. Then select the removable floppy drive or CD- ROM/DVD drive as the temporary boot device. 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. -
Page 24: To Use The Pointing Devices
Using Your Computer Operating Your Computer To use the pointing devices Your computer includes two built-in pointing devices: the pointing stick and touch pad. 1. Pointing stick (pressure-sensitive pointing device). 2. Click buttons and scroll button. The click buttons work like the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. -
Page 25: To Use The Fn Hot Keys
Scrolling with the scroll button • Hold down the scroll button and move the pointer using the pointing stick. The contents of the window scroll in the direction you move the pointer. To customize the operation of the touch pad or pointing stick, see “Operating Your Computer”... -
Page 26: 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 (for Windows ME, click Start, Help, Your HP Notebook) and available on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library—as well as at www.hp.com/ergo. - Page 27 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. If your notebook computer does not have a built-in palm rest, you can use a rolled-up towel.
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Page 29: Traveling With Your Computer
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Page 30: Using Battery Power
Traveling with Your Computer 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 “Traveling with Your Computer” in the online Reference Guide. To check battery status From the battery status lights Your computer has two battery status lights, one for the main battery and one for the... -
Page 31: To Respond To A Low-Battery Warning
Traveling with Your Computer Using Battery Power 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. Then, if you do not restore power within a short time, the computer goes into Hibernate mode. -
Page 33: Making Connections
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Page 34: Using Plug-In Modules
If the icon is not present, you can install the software as follows: • Windows ME: Click Start, Programs, Softex BayManager, Setup, then follow the onscreen instructions. • Windows 95 or 98: Click Start, Programs, Agaté Tioman for HP, Setup, then follow the onscreen instructions. Startup Guide... -
Page 35: To Replace A Plug-In Module
To replace a plug-in module Windows ME, 95 or 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. Windows 2000 displays the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon at the right end of the taskbar when a drive module is present. - Page 36 Making Connections 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.
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Page 37: Configuring And Expanding Your Computer
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Page 38: Using The Bios Setup Utility
To run the BIOS Setup utility 1. Click Start, Shut Down, 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 39: Installing A Ram Expansion Module
Installing a RAM Expansion Module The computer has no memory (RAM) built in but has two slots that hold two RAM modules. One slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. You can use both slots to expand your RAM. To install a RAM expansion module You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. - Page 40 Configuring and Expanding Your Computer Installing a RAM Expansion Module 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.
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Page 41: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive
Replacing a 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 both hard drive screws. 3. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting Your Computer
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Page 44: Troubleshooting Techniques
• Click Start, Help, and use the Windows Troubleshooters. • See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the computer. • See the HP Notes in the online HP Library for updated information (for Windows ME, click Start, Help, Your HP Notebook). -
Page 45: Hard Disk Drive Problems
Hard Disk Drive Problems If the computer’s hard drive doesn’t spin • Make sure the computer has power. If necessary, connect the ac adapter, and make sure it is fully plugged into a power source and into the rear of the computer. •... -
Page 46: Performance Problems
Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques • If an external mouse is connected, the built-in pointing devices are normally disabled. You can change this setting with the BIOS Setup utility—see “Using the BIOS Setup Utility” on page 38. • Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down, Restart. Performance Problems For best performance with Windows 2000, your computer should have at least 96 to 128 MB of memory (RAM). -
Page 47: Startup Problems
• Move the computer away from any nearby heat source. Unplug the ac adapter and allow the battery to cool down. If the battery gets too hot, it will not charge properly. • If available, try another battery and ac adapter. Startup Problems If the computer doesn’t respond when you turn it on •... -
Page 48: Testing The Hardware
To run the DiagTools diagnostic test 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F10 to start the diagnostic test. 3. Go through the first several screens. 4. When the hardware detection finishes, check the list of detected hardware. - Page 49 12. Optional: Check the log. The log file contains a list of all test results and errors. Run C:\Dmi\Hpdiags\Hpsuppt.exe to retrieve the log file to this directory and open it in Notepad. (If Hpsuppt.exe is not on your hard disk, you can download it from the HP Customer Care Web site, www.hp.com/go/support.)
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Page 50: Recovering And Reinstalling Software
• On your computer’s hard drive under C:\hp\Drivers. • On the Recovery CD under \hp\Drivers. • On the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support). This Web site contains the latest updates of software drivers for different operating systems. To recover the factory installation of your hard disk Use the Recovery CD to reinstall the original factory software on your computer’s hard... - Page 51 7. When the Recovery CD dialog box appears, follow the displayed instructions. If prompted, accept the recommended partition size. If you install the factory software, the recovery process can take up to 10 minutes. If you want to create the Hibernate/diagnostics partition without installing the factory software, click Advanced and select the option to not install the operating system.
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Page 53: Support And Service
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Page 54: Getting Assistance For Your Computer
To contact the HP Customer Care Center 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 55 (www.hp.com/notebooks) under Support 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. Currently,...
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Page 56: To Receive Repair Service
+7-812-346-7997 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. For example, Pavilion notebook products are currently serviced in only the United States. -
Page 57: To Prepare Your Computer For Shipment
If your computer is no longer under warranty. Contact an HP-authorized reseller or the HP Customer Care Center (see “To contact the HP Customer Care Center” on page 54). The support provider will let you know about repair charges and processes. -
Page 58: 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 59 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.
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Page 61: Specifications And Regulatory Information
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Page 62: Hardware Specifications
Hardware Specifications Because we are constantly improving our products, the specifications shown below are subject to change. For the latest specifications, see the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). Size (14-inch display): 316 × 261 × 33 mm (12.4 × 10.3 × 1.3 in). - Page 63 Audio System 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro−compatible stereo sound. Stereo sound via two built-in speakers (500 Hz to 10 kHz range). 3D-enhanced PCI bus audio with Zoomed Video support. Built-in microphone. Separate audio-off button with indicator light. Headphone-out, microphone-in, and audio line-in. 87-key touch-type QWERTY keyboard with 101/102 key emulation.
- Page 64 Specifications and Regulatory Information Hardware Specifications User and administrator passwords. Security Features System, hard drive, and docking passwords. PC identification displayed at boot. DMI-accessible electronic serial number. Kensington MicroSaver lock slot. Operating temperature: 5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F). Environmental Operating humidity: 20 to 90 percent RH (5 to 35 °C).
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Page 65: 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) Safety Information HP Part Number 8120-6313 8120-6314 8120-8699 8120-6312 8120-6316 8120-6317 8120-8367... -
Page 66: Ergonomics
Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library (for Windows ME, click Start, Help, Your HP Notebook, Working in Comfort), or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo. -
Page 67: Laser Safety
1). This device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center— see “To contact the HP Customer Care Center” on page 54. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit. -
Page 68: Regulatory Information
Specifications and Regulatory 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 69: Canada
Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company HP OmniBook 6000 and HP Pavilion N6xxx (x is any digit 0-9) Product name: 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. -
Page 70: Japan
Economic Area (Public Switched Telephone Networks). Network compatibility is dependent on internal software settings. 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 the HP Customer Care Center” on page 54. Japan... -
Page 71: International
(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 72 Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Startup Guide...
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Page 73: Index
14, 15 Hibernate partition, 41 hot keys, 25 hot swapping installing software, 34 swapping modules, 35 HP Customer Care Web site, 10 HP Library, 10 HP Notes, 10 infrared port connecting, See Reference Guide location, 12, 13 safety, 67... - Page 74 39 status lights, 11, 15 troubleshooting, 45 Keypad Lock, 11, 15 connecting to, See Reference Guide laser safety, 67 Library (HP), 10 license agreement, 3 lights (status), 11, 14, 15 LPT1 port, 12, 13 memory adding, 39 microphone location, 11...
- Page 75 pointing devices, 45 power, 46 startup, 47 turning off computer, 22 turning on, 19 URLs, 10 connecting, See Reference Guide VGA output, 12, 13 voltage requirements, 65 volume control location, 11 warranty repair, 57 Web sites, 10 Windows documentation, 10 reinstalling, 50 setting up, 20 Startup Guide...