HP Compaq NX9100 Reference Manual
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- Page 1 Reference Guide HP Notebook Expansion Base Document Part Number: 336449-001 August 2003 This document provides instructions on how to use the HP Notebook Expansion Base with select models of HP and Compaq notebooks.
- Page 2 U.S. and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Getting Started Identifying the Front Components ....1–1 Identifying the Rear Components ....1–2 Identifying the Side Components. -
Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started Identifying the Front Components Component Description Stereo speakers Provide the sound from the notebook. Volume control buttons: up, Control the volume of the sound from down, and mute the notebook. Connection indicator light Illuminates solid blue when the notebook is connected correctly. -
Page 5: Identifying The Rear Components
Getting Started Identifying the Rear Components Component Description Expansion cable Connects the Expansion Base to a notebook. RJ-11 jack Connects a modem cable from the Expansion Base to a notebook. USB connectors (3) Connect USB devices; USB 2.0 compatible. Ethernet network Connects a network cable from the Expansion (RJ-45) jack Base to an RJ-45 wall jack. -
Page 6: Identifying The Side Components
Getting Started Identifying the Side Components Right-side components (viewed from the front of the Expansion Base) Component Description Headphone jack Connects a headphone. USB connectors (3) Connect USB devices; USB 2.0 compatible. Kensington security slot Connects an optional security cable. Reference Guide 1–3... - Page 7 Getting Started Left-side components (viewed from the front of the Expansion Base) Component Description Kensington security slot Connects an optional security cable. 1–4 Reference Guide...
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Page 8: Identifying The Wireless Accessories
Getting Started Identifying the Wireless Accessories Component Description Wireless Keyboard Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. Batteries Batteries that are inserted in the wireless keyboard and mouse. Receiver Allows connection between the Expansion Base and the wireless keyboard or mouse. Wireless Mouse Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. -
Page 9: Getting More Information
The CD, included with the Expansion Base, contains governmental agency and safety information about the use of the Expansion Base. The HP Web site ( ) provides product news http://www.hp.com and software udpates. Å... -
Page 10: Connecting And Removing The Notebook
Connecting and Removing the Notebook Connecting to AC Power Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to your equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. - Page 11 Connecting and Removing the Notebook For optimal performance, connect the Expansion Base to AC power. Plug the power cable into the wall outlet. Connecting to AC power (power cords and outlets vary by region and country) 2–2 Reference Guide...
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Page 12: Connecting The Notebook To The Expansion Base
Connecting and Removing the Notebook Connecting the Notebook to the Expansion Base 1. Open the notebook. Opening the notebook Reference Guide 2–3... - Page 13 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 2. Slide the notebook into the Expansion Base with the keyboard facing you. Sliding the notebook into the Expansion Base The notebook is held in place by a buffer pad, which prevents the notebook from shifting out of its proper position in the Expansion Base.
- Page 14 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 3. Gently pull the expansion cable from its docked location and slide it to either side of the Expansion Base, depending on where the expansion connector on your notebook is located. The location of the expansion connector on your notebook may vary by notebook series and model.
- Page 15 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 4. Connect the expansion cable to the notebook, matching the icon on the notebook expansion connector with the icon on the end of the expansion cable. Connecting the expansion cable to the notebook 2–6 Reference Guide...
- Page 16 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 5. For optional communication, do one of the following: If you are using a modem with your notebook to communicate using an analog telephone line, refer to “Using the Expansion Base” chapter,“Using a Modem Through the Expansion Base” section, for instructions on how to communicate through a modem.
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Page 17: Removing The Notebook
Connecting and Removing the Notebook Removing the Notebook It is not necessary to turn the notebook off before removing it from the Expansion Base, although this is recommended if your operating system is Windows 2000 or earlier. 1. Press the buttons on the end of the expansion cable 1 to disconnect the cable from the notebook 2. - Page 18 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 2. Disconnect the modem cable from the RJ-11 jack on the notebook, if connected. You may leave the other end of the cable connected to the Expansion Base for future use. Disconnecting the modem cable from the RJ-11 jack on the notebook Reference Guide 2–9...
- Page 19 Connecting and Removing the Notebook 3. Slide the notebook up and out of the Expansion Base. Sliding the notebook up and out of the Expansion Base 2–10 Reference Guide...
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Page 20: Using The Expansion Base
Using the Expansion Base Turning the Notebook On and Off When the notebook is connected to the Expansion Base, turn the system on and off using the power button on the notebook. Locating the power button on the notebook The power button location on the notebook may vary by notebook series and model. -
Page 21: Following Expansion Base Guidelines
Using the Expansion Base Following Expansion Base Guidelines Operating Systems—For optimal performance, use the Expansion Base with HP or Compaq notebooks running Microsoft Windows XP. Power—For best performance, use the Expansion Base while connected to electrical power. This allows the notebook battery to remain charged while the notebook is connected to the Expansion Base. -
Page 22: Using The Wireless Keyboard And Mouse
Using the Expansion Base Using the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse For more information, refer to the HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Quick Setup poster. 1. Turn the wireless keyboard upside down to locate the battery cover 1. 2. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the battery slot 2. - Page 23 Using the Expansion Base 4. Turn the mouse upside down to locate the battery cover. 5. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the mouse 1. 6. Replace the battery cover 2. Inserting the batteries into the wireless mouse 3–4 Reference Guide...
- Page 24 Using the Expansion Base 7. Connect the wireless receiver to a USB port on the Expansion base. Connecting the wireless receiver to the Expansion Base Reference Guide 3–5...
- Page 25 Using the Expansion Base 8. Press the connect button on the receiver 1. 9. While the button is flashing, press the connect button on the bottom of the keyboard 2. Pressing the buttons on the wireless keyboard and receiver 10. Turn the keyboard right side up. 3–6 Reference Guide...
- Page 26 Using the Expansion Base 11. If you are using the wireless mouse also, press the connect button on the receiver again 1. 12. While the button on the receiver is flashing, press the connect button on the bottom of the mouse 2, using a pointed object such as a pencil tip.
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Page 27: Connecting The Expansion Base To A Television
Using the Expansion Base Connecting the Expansion Base to a Television You can connect the Expansion Base to a television and use the television as an external monitor. The Expansion Base provides two television-out ports on the rear panel: composite and S-Video. -
Page 28: Using A Modem Through The Expansion Base
Using the Expansion Base Using a Modem Through the Expansion Base You can connect your notebook through the Expansion Base to your analog telephone line for dial-up communication. This requires the RJ-11 modem cables that came with your Expansion Base. 1. -
Page 29: Connecting The Expansion Base To A Network
Using the Expansion Base Connecting the Expansion Base to a Network You can connect your notebook through the Expansion Base to a network. This requires an RJ-45 network cable (purchased separately). 1. If you haven’t already done so, connect the Expansion Base to your notebook following the instructions in the “Connecting and Removing the Notebook”... - Page 30 Using the Expansion Base 2. Insert the key into the lock and turn the key to secure the Expansion Base and notebook. Securing the Expansion Base and notebook Two security slots are provided, one on each side of the Expansion Base. Reference Guide 3–11...
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Page 31: Using The World Wide Web
Support services are available on the Internet through HP technical support. You can either browse the postings as a guest, or register as a user and submit your own questions. HP makes every attempt to respond to questions in a timely manner. -
Page 32: Solving Common Problems
Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following tables list possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Connection Problems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution The notebook is The expansion cable on Unplug the expansion cable not properly the Expansion Base is not from the notebook;... -
Page 33: Removal Problems And Solutions
Troubleshooting Removal Problems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution The blue indicator The notebook is not Turn on the notebook. light does not powered on. illuminate. The Expansion Base is not Plug the Expansion Base plugged into AC power. into an AC power outlet. The expansion cable on Connect the expansion cable the Expansion Base is...