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- Page 1 HP OmniBook Port Replicator User’s 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 HP Software Product License Agreement Your HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read the Software License Agreement before proceeding. Carefully read this License Agreement before proceeding to operate this equipment. Rights in the software are offered only on the condition that the customer agrees to all terms and conditions of the License Agreement.
- Page 4 Hewlett-Packard. Termination. Hewlett-Packard may terminate this software license for failure to comply with any of these terms provided Hewlett-Packard has requested Customer to cure the failure and Customer has failed to do so within thirty (30) days of such notice.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents 1. Using the port replicator ........ 1-7 Understanding the Basics ........ 1-10 To update the OmniBook BIOS ......1-10 To dock the OmniBook ........ 1-11 To undock the OmniBook ......1-12 To attach a security cable ......1-13 Making Connections ........1-14 To connect an external keyboard ...... -
Page 7: Using The Port Replicator
Using the Port Replicator... - Page 8 Using the Port Replicator With the OmniBook port replicator, you can significantly increase the capabilities of your OmniBook. By making one connection—plugging your OmniBook into the port replicator—you can get convenient access to these types of connections: Printer or other parallel device Modem or other serial device.
- Page 9 How to Use This manual The procedures in this manual differ slightly depending on the operating system you’ve installed—Windows 95 or Windows for Workgroups. Read each step carefully to see if it applies to your operating system. What About Other Operating Systems? If you’ve installed another operating system on the OmniBook—Windows NT or OS/2, for example—...
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Page 10: Understanding The Basics
Using the Port Replicator Understanding the Basics Understanding the Basics This section shows you how to get your port replicator and OmniBook up and running quickly, including how to Update the OmniBook BIOS to enable docking. Docking the OmniBook. Undocking the OmniBook. Attach a security cable. -
Page 11: To Dock The Omnibook
Using the Port Replicator Understanding the Basics To dock the OmniBook 1. Plug the power cord into the ac adapter, then into a grounded ac outlet. Plug the ac adapter into the port replicator. Important Never connect the OmniBook to the port replicator without first connecting ac power. -
Page 12: To Undock The Omnibook
Using the Port Replicator Understanding the Basics 4. While firmly holding the OmniBook against the docking pins, slide the docking lever back and release, then press the blue On/Suspend button. On/Suspend button To undock the OmniBook 1. Make sure ac power is connected to the port replicator. 2. -
Page 13: To Attach A Security Cable
Using the Port Replicator Understanding the Basics To attach a security cable Your port replicator has a built-in security port that allows you to secure the port replicator with a cable. Kensington MicroSaver lock systems work with these ports and are available at many computer stores. 1. -
Page 14: Making Connections
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections Making Connections This section describes how to connect devices to the port replicator, including the following: AC adapter (see page 1-11 for instructions). External keyboard. External PS/2 or serial mouse. External display. Printer or other parallel device (25-pin). Modem or other serial device (9-pin). -
Page 15: To Connect An External Keyboard
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections To connect an external keyboard You can use both the built-in keyboard and external keyboard while docked. 1. Attach the keyboard cable to the port replicator. 2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator. keyboard port Hint If you are using a port replicator with an external keyboard, substitute the... -
Page 16: To Switch Back To The Internal Pointing Device
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections To switch back to the internal pointing device Use this procedure to switch back to the built-in pointing device from an external PS/2 mouse. 1. Save your work. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the docking system. 3. -
Page 17: To Connect A Serial Device
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections 5. If you’re using Windows 95 Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Mouse, General. Click Change, then select Standard Serial Mouse. –or– If you’re using Windows for Workgroups From Program Manager, run Windows Setup, then Change Systems Setting. Select Serial Mouse. -
Page 18: To Connect An External Display
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections To connect an external display Use this procedure to connect an external display to your OmniBook. Before beginning, check the documentation for your display and make sure that the external display supports standard VGA, SVGA, or XGA format. 1. -
Page 19: To Connect A Parallel Device
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections To connect a parallel device The port replicator’s 25-pin parallel port is a standard enhanced (EPP/ECP) parallel port. Parallel connections typically are to printers or other computers. 1. Attach the parallel cable to the parallel port. 2. -
Page 20: To Connect A Midi/Joystick Device
Using the Port Replicator Making Connections To connect a MIDI/Joystick device 1. Attach the cable to the MIDI/Joystick port. 2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator. MIDI/Joystick port 1-20... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting There are many ways to get information and technical support for your OmniBook and port replicator. If you have a question about your port replicator that this manual does not answer, you can try any of the following sources: The online OmniBook User’s Guide The online manual provides complete instructions about how to operate and maintain your OmniBook. -
Page 23: Solving Problems
If your docking password isn’t accepted Check whether Num Lock and/or Caps Lock are off. If you’ve forgotten your password, have your OmniBook and proof-of purchase at hand and call Hewlett-Packard support. See your OmniBook Support and Service booklet. 1-23... -
Page 25: Specifications And Regulatory Information
Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-25... - Page 26 If you have questions that the OmniBook manuals don't answer (even after looking in the contents and index), you can contact Hewlett-Packard at the address or phone number listed in the Support and Service booklet or in OmniBook Support in the online OmniBook Library.
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Page 27: Specifications
Specifications and Regulatory Information Specifications Specifications Ports Replicated Parallel DB25 (EPP/ECP). Serial DB9 (115,200-bps). PS/2 keyboard. PS/2 mouse. MIDI/joystick DB15. Video-out DB15. Audio line in. Audio headphone out. Convenience features EasyTouch docking lever assists user with inserting and removing notebook from port replicator. -
Page 28: Regulatory Information
This section presents information that shows how the port replicator complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to the port replicator not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the port replicator in these regions. This port replicator is for use only with the I.T.E. (Information Technology Equipment) notebook computer, model HP OmniBook 2000/5700. -
Page 29: 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 30: Declaration Of Conformity
Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Products sold by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed below, according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014. Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Company Address: Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile Computing Division 1000 NE Circle Blvd. - Page 31 Index docking port, 1-11 modem, 1-17 monitor. See display documentation, 1-22 ac power, 1-11 ac power cord, 1-23 amplified speakers, 1-19 enabling OmniBook external display, 1-18 documentation, 1-22 external Fn key, 1-15 repair, 1-26 specifications, 1-27 BIOS On/Suspend, 1-12 updating, 1-10 OS/2, 1-9 fax service, 1-22 cables...
- Page 32 speakers, 1-19 specifications, 1-27 regulatory information, VGA, 1-18 support, 1-22, 1-26 1-28 SVGA, 1-18 repair, 1-26 System Configuration replacing Utility, 1-15 power cord, 1-23 Windows NT, 1-9 WWW, 1-22 technical specifications, SCU, 1-15 1-27 security XGA, 1-18 technical support, 1-22 cable, 1-13 troubleshooting, 1-23 serial...