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Hardware and Software
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HP Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 375802-001
December 2004
This guide explains how to identify, access, and use the hardware
and software features available on your notebook.

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  • Page 1 Hardware and Software Guide HP Notebook Series Document Part Number: 375802-001 December 2004 This guide explains how to identify, access, and use the hardware and software features available on your notebook.
  • Page 2 Incorporated. 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Hardware Top Components ....... 1–1 Keys ........1–1 TouchPad .
  • Page 4 Contents 2 TouchPad and Keyboard TouchPad ........2–1 Identifying TouchPad Components .
  • Page 5 Battery Pack ........3–14 Charging a Battery Pack ..... 3–14 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack .
  • Page 6 HP and Windows Password Guidelines ..6–6 HP Administrator Password..... . . 6–8 Setting HP Administrator Passwords .
  • Page 7 7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Device Connections ......7–1 Connecting Any Powered Device ....7–1 Connecting a USB Device.
  • Page 8 Contents Displaying Hotkey Information....8–12 Setting Button Assignments on an External Keyboard ....... . . 8–13 Setup Utility .
  • Page 9: Hardware

    Top Components Keys Component Function keys (12) Windows logo key Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Description Perform system and application tasks. When combined with fn, the function keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys. Displays the Microsoft® Windows® Start menu. (Continued) 1–1...
  • Page 10 Hardware Component fn key Keypad keys (15) Windows applications key 1–2 Description Combines with other keys to perform system tasks. For example, pressing fn+f7 decreases screen brightness. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
  • Page 11: Touchpad

    TouchPad Component TouchPad* Left TouchPad button* Right TouchPad button* TouchPad vertical scrolling region* *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of TouchPad components, see the Preferences” section in Hardware and Software Guide Description Moves the pointer. Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
  • Page 12: Power Controls

    Hardware Power Controls Component Display switch* Power/standby button* *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the function of the display switch or power/standby button, see the Other Power Preferences” 1–4 Description If the notebook is closed while on, initiates standby.
  • Page 13: Lights

    Lights Component Caps lock light Power/standby light Mute light Hardware and Software Guide Description On: Caps lock is on. ‡ On: Notebook is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in standby. Off: Notebook is off. On: Volume is muted. Hardware (Continued) 1–5...
  • Page 14 † For information about establishing a wireless link, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless ‡ The power/standby light associated with the power/standby button and the power/standby light on the front of the notebook display the same information.
  • Page 15: Wireless And Volume Buttons

    Increases system volume. Turns the wireless functionality on or off but does not create a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must already be set up. For information about establishing a wireless link, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless. Hardware 1–7...
  • Page 16: Antennae

    Hardware Antennae Component Antennae (2)* *The antennae are available on select models. The antennae are not visible from the outside of the notebook. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions. 1–8 Description Send and receive wireless device signals. Å...
  • Page 17: Front Components

    Front Components Lights Component Wireless light* (available on select models) Power/standby light Hardware and Software Guide Description On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth device (select models only), are turned on. ‡ On: Notebook is turned on.
  • Page 18 † For information about establishing a wireless link, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless. ‡ The power/standby light associated with the power/standby button and the power/standby light on the front of the notebook display the same information.
  • Page 19: Speakers, Jacks And Display Release Button

    Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Component Stereo speakers (2) Display release button Audio-in (microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Hardware and Software Guide Description Produce stereo sound. Opens the notebook. Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers.
  • Page 20: Rear Components

    Hardware Rear Components Component Exhaust vent* *The notebook has 4 vents. This and all other vents are visible on the bottom of the notebook. One vent is also visible on the left side of the notebook. 1–12 Description Provides airflow to cool internal components.
  • Page 21: Left-Side Components

    Left-Side Components Ports and Jacks Component Power connector Monitor port Expansion port (available on select models)* RJ-45 (network) jack RJ-11 (modem) jack † USB port *For expansion port signal information, see the Input/Output Signals” † Depending on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. The other USB ports are on the right side of the notebook.
  • Page 22: Pc Card Slot And Button

    Hardware PC Card Slot and Button Component PC Card slot PC Card eject button 1–14 Description Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card. Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. Hardware and Software Guide...
  • Page 23: Right-Side Components

    Right-Side Components Component USB ports (1 or 2 depending on the notebook model)* 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot (available on select models) 1394 port (select models only) 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader light (available on select models) Optical drive Hardware and Software Guide Description Connect optional USB devices.
  • Page 24 Hardware Component S-Video–out jack (available on select models) Security cable slot *Depending on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. The other USB port is on the left side. † The digital memory card could be a Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, xD-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard, or SmartMedia (SM) card.
  • Page 25: Bottom Components

    Bottom Components Mini PCI and Memory Compartments Component Mini PCI compartment Memory compartment Hardware and Software Guide Description Holds an optional wireless LAN device. Ä To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country.
  • Page 26: Bays, Battery Latch And Vents

    Hardware Bays, Battery Latch and Vents Component Battery bay Battery pack release latch Exhaust vents (4) Hard drive bay *Battery packs vary by model. † The notebook has 4 vents. One vent is also visible on the rear of the notebook.
  • Page 27: Additional Components

    Additional Components Hardware The components included with your notebook vary by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware you purchased. The following sections identify the standard external components included with most notebook models. Component Battery pack* AC adapter Power cord* Modem cable* Country-specific modem adapter (included by...
  • Page 28: Optical Discs

    Hardware Optical Discs Software on optical discs, such as CDs or DVDs, is included with all notebook models. The software applications packaged in the Required for Setup bag are not preinstalled on your notebook. Depending on how you want to use your notebook, you might want to install some or all of these applications.
  • Page 29: Labels

    Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you might need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the notebook. Service Tag—Provides the product name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your notebook. You might need the product number and the serial number when you contact Customer Care.
  • Page 30: Touchpad And Keyboard

    TouchPad and Keyboard TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components The TouchPad includes the following components: TouchPad Left TouchPad button Hardware and Software Guide Right TouchPad button TouchPad vertical scrolling region 2–1...
  • Page 31: Using The Touchpad

    TouchPad and Keyboard Using the TouchPad The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll functions of an optional external mouse: To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want to move the pointer. To execute the click functions of the left or right button on an external mouse, press the left or right TouchPad button.
  • Page 32: Setting Touchpad Preferences

    Setting TouchPad Preferences In the Windows Mouse Properties window you can Adjust basic pointing device settings such as click speed, pointer speed and shape, and mouse trails. Configure the right and left TouchPad buttons for right-handed or left-handed use. These buttons are set by default for right-handed use.
  • Page 33 TouchPad and Keyboard Among the preferences available in the TouchPad Properties window are TouchPad Tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an item or twice to double-click an item. To access TouchPad Tapping settings, select Tapping. Edge Motion, which sets the TouchPad to continue cursor movement when your finger reaches the edge of the TouchPad.
  • Page 34: Hotkeys

    Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys Hotkeys are preset combinations of the and one of the function keys 3. The icons on the Hotkey functions and procedures are described in the following sections. Hardware and Software Guide through keys represent hotkey functions. TouchPad and Keyboard key 1, the key 2, 2–5...
  • Page 35: Hotkey Quick Reference

    TouchPad and Keyboard Hotkey Quick Reference The following table identifies the default hotkey functions. The function of the see the “Setting Other Power Preferences” “Power.” Default Function Opens Help and Support Center. Opens print options window. Opens default Internet browser. Switches the image among displays.
  • Page 36: Using Hotkey Procedures

    Using Hotkey Procedures Using Hotkeys On the Internal Keyboard To use a hotkey command on the notebook keyboard, use either of the following procedures: Briefly press of the hotkey command. Press and hold down the hotkey command, and then release both keys at the same time.
  • Page 37 TouchPad and Keyboard Checkups for notebook functionality. Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures. Links to Customer Care. You can also access the Help and Support Center by selecting Start > Help and Support. Open Print Window (fn+f2) In Windows the the active Windows application.
  • Page 38 Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture boards with composite video-in jacks) Composite video devices can be connected to the system only by using an HP xc2000 Notebook All-in-One Media Cable. Hardware and Software Guide hotkey the image will switch among the...
  • Page 39 TouchPad and Keyboard Initiate Standby (fn+f5) hotkey is set by default to initiate standby. fn+f5 When standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen clears, and power is conserved. While the notebook is in standby, the power/standby lights blink. To initiate standby, the notebook must be on.
  • Page 40 Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your Windows administrator password and access the notebook. For information about combining Windows passwords with HP passwords, refert to Decrease Brightness (fn+f7)
  • Page 41 TouchPad and Keyboard Media Activity Hotkeys (fn+f9 through fn+f12) The following 4 media activity hotkeys can control the play of an audio CD or a DVD. To control the play of a video CD, use the media activity controls in your video CD player. Play, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or a DVD (fn+f9) If the audio CD or the DVD is not playing, press the...
  • Page 42 TouchPad and Keyboard Display System Information (fn+esc) hotkey displays information about system hardware fn+esc components and software version numbers. To clear the display, press esc. In the display, the version of the system BIOS (basic fn+esc input-output system) is displayed as the BIOS date. On some notebook models, the BIOS date is displayed in decimal format.
  • Page 43: Keypads

    TouchPad and Keyboard Keypads You can do keypad work with your notebook by using the embedded numeric keypad in the notebook keyboard or by connecting an optional external numeric keypad. The embedded numeric keypad cannot be used while an external keypad is connected to the notebook.
  • Page 44: Turning The Embedded Numeric Keypad On And Off

    Turning the Embedded Numeric Keypad On and Off When the embedded numeric keypad is off, press turn the keypad on. The num lock light 2 is turned on. When the embedded numeric keypad is on, press the keypad off. The num lock light is turned off. Hardware and Software Guide TouchPad and Keyboard 1 to...
  • Page 45: Switching The Functions Of Keypad Keys

    TouchPad and Keyboard Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys You can temporarily switch the functions of an embedded numeric keypad key between its standard function and its keypad function. To use a key on the keypad as a keypad key while the keypad is turned off, press and hold To use a key on the keypad as a standard key while the keypad is turned on:...
  • Page 46: Using An External Numeric Keypad

    Using an External Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad cannot be turned on while an optional external numeric keypad is connected to the notebook. Most keys on most external numeric keypads function differently when num lock mode is on than when num lock mode is off. For example: When num lock mode is on, most keypad keys type numbers.
  • Page 47: Power

    Power Sources Selecting a Power Source Use the following table to select a recommended power source for the way you plan to use the notebook. Hardware and Software Guide Power 3–1...
  • Page 48 Power Task Work in most software applications Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook Install or modify system software or write to an optical disc 3–2 Recommended Power Source Charged battery pack in the notebook External power supplied through one of the following devices: AC adapter Optional Expansion Base...
  • Page 49: Switching Between Battery And External Power

    Switching Between Battery and External Power The notebook runs on external power whenever external power is available to the notebook. This conserves the charge in an inserted battery pack. External power can be supplied through the AC adapter or through an optional Expansion Base, Auto/Air/AC Adapter, or Automobile Power Adapter/Charger.
  • Page 50: Power Control And Light Locations

    Power Power Control and Light Locations The following illustration is provided as a quick reference to the locations of the power controls and lights on the notebook. The function of each of these items is summarized in “Hardware.” this chapter. 1 Display switch 2 Power/standby button 3 Power/standby light...
  • Page 51: Standby, Hibernation And Shutdown Overviews

    Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Overviews Standby Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use. When standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and the power/standby lights blink. Saving your work before initiating standby is not usually necessary but is a recommended precaution.
  • Page 52: Hibernation

    Power Hibernation Ä CAUTION: If the configuration of the notebook system is changed during hibernation, it might not be possible to resume from hibernation. When the notebook is in hibernation: Do not add or remove a memory module. Do not remove or replace the hard drive. Do not connect or disconnect an external device.
  • Page 53: Leaving Your Work

    Leaving Your Work If you plan to resume shortly—Initiate standby for shorter times and hibernation for longer times or for power conservation. The amount of time a battery pack can support standby or hibernation or hold a charge varies by notebook configuration and the condition of the battery pack.
  • Page 54: Standby, Hibernation And Shutdown Procedures

    Power Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures This section explains the default standby, hibernation, and shutdown procedures. For information about changing the function of some of the power features on your notebook, see the “Power Preferences” The controls and lights discussed in this section are illustrated in in the “Power Control and Light Locations”...
  • Page 55: Initiating Or Resuming From Standby

    Initiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure Initiate standby. With the notebook on, use any of the following procedures: Allow the system No action is required. The system to initiate initiates standby standby. Resume from standby. - or - *Depending on your network connections, the Turn Off Computer button might be called the Shut Down button.
  • Page 56: Initiating Or Restoring From Hibernation

    Power Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation Hibernation cannot be initiated unless it is enabled. Hibernation is enabled by default. To verify that hibernation remains enabled, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. If hibernation is enabled, the Enable hibernation check box is selected.
  • Page 57: Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures

    Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures If the notebook does not respond to the standard Windows shutdown procedure for your operating system, try the following emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided: Press ctrl+alt+del. In Windows XP Home, select Shut Down > Turn Off. In Windows XP Professional, select Shut down from the drop-down list, and then select OK.
  • Page 58: Power Preferences

    Power Power Preferences Using Power Schemes A power scheme controls the amount of power the notebook uses while running on external power or on a battery pack, and also sets the notebook to initiate standby or hibernation after a period of inactivity you specify.
  • Page 59 To change the function of the power/standby button, the hotkey, or the display switch: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced tab. To change the function of the power/standby button, select a function from the drop-down list for “When I press the power/standby button on my computer.”...
  • Page 60: Battery Pack

    Power Battery Pack Charging a Battery Pack To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays: If you are charging a new battery pack: Charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. When you charge the battery pack, charge it fully.
  • Page 61: Monitoring The Charge In A Battery Pack

    The battery light displays charge status: On: the battery pack is charging. Blinking: the battery pack has reached a low-battery condition and is not charging. Off: the battery pack is fully charged or not installed. For information about determining the amount of charge in a battery pack, see the section next in this chapter.
  • Page 62 Power Displaying Charge Reports To display battery charge information on the screen, use the operating system Power Meter feature. To access the Power Meter display: Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power Meter tab. - or - Select the Power Meter icon, which is displayed by default in the notification area.
  • Page 63: Managing Low-Battery Conditions

    Managing Low-Battery Conditions This section describes default low-battery condition alerts and system responses. The default battery light responses cannot be changed. To change other responses, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Identifying Low-Battery Conditions When a battery pack that is the only power source for the notebook reaches a low-battery condition, a text warning message...
  • Page 64 Power Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Ä CAUTION: To prevent problems when restoring from hibernation: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition and has begun to initiate hibernation, do not restore power until hibernation is complete. When hibernation is complete, the power/standby lights are turned off. To resolve a low-battery condition: If external power is available, connect the notebook to the external power source.
  • Page 65: Calibrating A Battery Pack

    Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used, calibration should be necessary only once a month. You do not have to calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibration does not usually increase battery run time, but it can increase the accuracy of battery charge displays, especially under the following conditions: When the battery pack has been unused for one month...
  • Page 66: How To Calibrate

    Power How to Calibrate To calibrate a battery pack, you must fully charge, fully discharge, and then fully recharge the battery pack. Charging the Battery Pack Charge the battery pack while the notebook is on. To charge the battery pack: Ä...
  • Page 67 If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge process described below and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following performance from your system during the discharge: Any unsaved work from your current session will be lost when the battery pack is fully discharged and the notebook is shut down.
  • Page 68: Recharging The Battery Pack

    Power Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the notebook to external power and maintain the connection until the battery pack is fully recharged and the battery light is turned off. You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging, but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is turned off.
  • Page 69: Conserving Battery Pack Power

    Conserving Battery Pack Power To extend the time that a battery pack can run the notebook from a single charge, use the following battery conservation settings and procedures. Conserving Power as You Work To conserve power as you work: Prevent devices you are not using from drawing power from the notebook.
  • Page 70: Selecting Power Conservation Settings

    Power Selecting Power Conservation Settings To set the notebook to use less power: Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion. To select a screen saver and a screen saver wait time, select Start > Control Panel >...
  • Page 71: Replacing A Battery Pack

    Replacing a Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the only power source, shut down the notebook or initiate hibernation before removing the battery pack. (If you initiate hibernation, do not begin the following procedure until the power/standby lights are turned off, indicating that hibernation is complete.) Removing a Battery Pack...
  • Page 72: Inserting A Battery Pack

    Power Inserting a Battery Pack Although battery packs vary by model, the insertion procedure is the same for all models. To insert a battery pack: 1. Turn the notebook upside down. 2. Lower the battery pack 1 into the battery bay and rotate it 2 until it is seated.
  • Page 73: Storing A Battery Pack

    In Europe, dispose of or recycle the battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP, your authorized service partner, or their agents. Hardware and Software Guide Power 3–27...
  • Page 74: Multimedia

    Multimedia Internal Speakers The internal speakers, identified in the following illustration, play sound in stereo from applications, the operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other sources. If an external device, such as headphones, is connected to the audio-out jack, the internal speakers are disabled. Hardware and Software Guide 4–1...
  • Page 75: Volume Controls

    Multimedia Volume Controls You can adjust volume with the volume buttons on the notebook or the volume control software available in your operating system and in some multimedia applications. The volume mute button on the notebook overrides all software volume settings. To access the operating system volume controls, select Start >...
  • Page 76: External Audio Devices

    External Audio Devices Using the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a monaural (single sound channel) plug into the audio-out jack. The audio-out jack, sometimes called a headphone jack, connects optional headphones or externally-powered stereo speakers.
  • Page 77: Using The Audio-In (Microphone) Jack

    Multimedia Using the Audio-In (Microphone) Jack The audio-in jack, identified in the following illustration, connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. The audio-in jack is sometimes called a microphone jack. It is recommended that you use an electret condenser microphone with a 3.5-mm plug.
  • Page 78: External Video Devices

    External Video Devices Connecting an S-Video Device (Select Models Only) Connecting the Audio The S-Video–out jack, available only on select models, supports video signals only. If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your television, you need a standard 3.5-mm audio cable available from most computer or electronics retailers.
  • Page 79: Connecting The Video

    Multimedia Connecting the Video To transmit video signals through the S-Video–out jack, you need a standard S-Video cable, available from most computer or electronics retailers. Plug either end of the S-Video cable into the notebook S-Video–out jack, illustrated below. Plug the other end of the cable into the S-Video–in jack on the external device.
  • Page 80: Displaying A Video Image

    Displaying a Video Image To display an image on the notebook display or a video device display, both the notebook and the video device must be turned on. » To switch the image between the notebook display and the video device display, repeatedly press the Pressing the notebook display, any connected displays, and simultaneous display.
  • Page 81: Cd And Dvd Procedures

    Multimedia CD and DVD Procedures Inserting or Removing a Disc Use the following procedures to insert or remove an optical disc such as a CD or a DVD. A disc that is playing must be stopped before it can be removed. To stop a disc, press the To insert a disc—Be sure the notebook is turned on.
  • Page 82: Using Media Activity Hotkeys

    Using Media Activity Hotkeys Media activity hotkeys are preset combinations of the and 4 of the function keys. You can use these hotkeys to control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted in the optical drive.
  • Page 83: Setting Autoplay Preferences

    Multimedia Setting AutoPlay Preferences AutoPlay is the operating system feature that determines how the notebook responds when you access files on a removable storage device such as a DVD-ROM drive, a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, or a DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive. AutoPlay default settings vary by notebook model and configuration.
  • Page 84: Protecting Playback

    Protecting Playback To prevent the loss of playback or playback quality: For optimal playback quality, save your work and close all open applications before playing a CD or a DVD. Dock or undock the notebook from an optional Expansion Base before or after playing a disc, not while playing a disc. Do not initiate standby or hibernation while playing a disc.
  • Page 85: Protecting A Cd Or Dvd Write Process

    Multimedia Protecting a CD or DVD Write Process Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a disc: Before writing to a disc, connect the notebook to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a disc while the notebook is running on battery power.
  • Page 86: Changing Dvd Region Settings

    Changing DVD Region Settings Ä CAUTION: To prevent selecting a region setting that is not your permanent preference, consider that the region setting on your DVD-ROM drive, DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, or DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive can be changed only 5 times. The region setting you select the fifth time becomes the permanent region setting on the DVD-ROM drive or Combo Drive.
  • Page 87 Multimedia Changing DVD Settings in a Multimedia Application If you use Sonic RecordNow! or InterVideo WinDVD Player software, you might find it more convenient to change DVD region settings within those applications than to change DVD region settings in the operating system. To access instructions for changing DVD region settings within Sonic RecordNow!, select Start >...
  • Page 88: Multimedia Software

    Multimedia Software Multimedia Software Overview A variety of multimedia applications that you can use to play, create, and manage digital media is included with your notebook. Most can be accessed from a desktop icon or from Start > All Programs. Others might be provided on CD. Most multimedia applications include a Help file that you can access from the menu bar or from an icon that might be identified with a question mark.
  • Page 89: Selecting Multimedia Applications

    Multimedia Selecting Multimedia Applications The multimedia software included with your notebook is determined by your region and notebook model. The following list describes the capabilities of some of the multimedia applications that might be included with your notebook. Microsoft Windows Media Player can be used to play CDs and DVDs, copy music to or from CDs, listen to radio stations, and search for and organize digital media files.
  • Page 90: Installing Windvd Creator

    Installing WinDVD Creator If WinDVD Creator is included with your notebook, it is provided on an InterVideo WinDVD Creator CD. WinDVD Creator can be installed only from a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive or a DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive. If your system does not include either of these drives, you cannot install WinDVD Creator from an InterVideo WinDVD Creator CD.
  • Page 91: Wireless (Select Models Only)

    Wireless (Select Models Only) If your notebook is equipped with an integrated wireless device such as 802.11 or Bluetooth wireless devices, you have a wireless notebook. An 802.11 wireless notebook can connect to wireless networks in corporate offices, your home, and public places. Wireless networks include wireless local area networks (WLANs) or “hotspots.”...
  • Page 92: Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only)

    Wireless (Select Models Only) Wireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only) With the 802.11 wireless device, you can access a wireless local area network (WLAN), which is composed of other computers and accessories linked by a wireless router or a wireless access point.
  • Page 93 There are 3 popular implementations of WLAN adapters: 802.11b only 802.11b/g 802.11a/b/g 802.11b, the first popular WLAN standard, supports data rates of up to 11 Mbps and operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 802.11g, which came later, also operates at 2.4 GHz but supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps.
  • Page 94: Setting Up A Wlan In Your Home

    Wireless (Select Models Only) Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home To set up a WLAN and connect to the Internet in your home, you need the following equipment. The illustration below shows an example of a completed wireless network installation that is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 95: Using A Wlan Connection

    Using a WLAN Connection To use a WLAN connection: Verify that all drivers required by the 802.11 wireless device are installed and that the 802.11 wireless device is correctly configured. If you are using an integrated 802.11 wireless device, all required drivers are installed and the adapter is preconfigured and ready for use.
  • Page 96: Using Wireless Security Features

    Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Use a firewall. Set security on your Web browser. Enable MAC address filtering on the router. For more information about WLAN security, refer to the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless 5–6 for details.
  • Page 97: Installing Wireless Software (Optional)

    Cicso-based WLANs. Identifying a WLAN Device To install HP WLAN software for an integrated 802.11 wireless device, you need to know the name of the integrated 802.11 wireless device on your notebook. To identify an integrated 802.11 wireless device:...
  • Page 98: Troubleshooting Devices

    The WLAN software is also available as a SoftPaq at the HP Web site. To access, download, and install the SoftPaq, use either of the following procedures: Select Start >...
  • Page 99: Bluetooth (Select Models Only)

    Bluetooth (Select Models Only) The Bluetooth device provides short-range wireless communications that replace the physical cable connections that traditionally link electronic devices such as Network access points. Computers (desktop, notebook, PDA). Phones (cellular, cordless, smart phone). Imaging devices (printer, camera). Audio devices (headset, speakers).
  • Page 100 Wireless (Select Models Only) Dial-up networking—Connects Bluetooth devices to the Internet. Bluetooth serial port—Transfers data over the Bluetooth link using a virtual COM port. Hands-Free—Enables a vehicle-embedded, hands-free unit or a notebook serving as a hands-free unit to establish a wireless connection to a cellular phone and to act as the Bluetooth cellular phone audio input and output mechanism.
  • Page 101: Device Power States

    Wireless (Select Models Only) Device Power States The wireless button 1 enables and disables 802.11 wireless and Bluetooth devices in conjunction with Wireless Assistant. By default, the 802.11 wireless and Bluetooth devices and wireless light 2 are turned on when you turn on the notebook. Turning on a wireless device does not automatically create a WLAN or connect you to a WLAN.
  • Page 102 Wireless (Select Models Only) The 802.11 wireless and Bluetooth devices have 2 power states: Enabled Disabled You can enable and disable the wireless devices with the wireless button. When the wireless devices are enabled with the wireless button, you can use Wireless Assistant to turn on and off the devices individually.
  • Page 103: Turning On The Devices

    Turning On the Devices Wireless Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are off Wireless light is off Wireless Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are disabled* Wireless light is off Wireless Assistant shows that one device is on and the other device is off Wireless light is on...
  • Page 104: Turning Off And Disabling The Devices

    Wireless (Select Models Only) Turning Off and Disabling the Devices Wireless Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are on Wireless light is on Wireless Assistant shows that both WLAN and Bluetooth are off Wireless light is off Wireless Assistant shows that one device is on and the other device is off*...
  • Page 105: Security

    Security Features Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen. The security features provided with the notebook can protect the notebook, personal information, and data from a variety of risks. Depending on your environment, some security features may be unnecessary.
  • Page 106 Setup utilities, refer to Chapter 8. 6–2 “Setup Utility,” Use This Security Feature Quick Lock Power-on password* HP administrator password* Device Security* HP administrator password Firewall software Windows updates HP administrator password* Security cable slot (used with an...
  • Page 107: Security Preferences In The Setup Utility

    Security Preferences in the Setup Utility Most security preferences are set in Setup utility. Because the Setup utility is a non-Windows utility, it does not support the pointing devices on your notebook. When using the Setup utility, you must use the keys on your notebook to navigate and make selections.
  • Page 108: Passwords

    HP administrator password, you cannot start up the notebook or restore from hibernation. Call Customer Care or your authorized service partner for additional information. If you forget your HP administrator password, you will not be able to access the Setup utility. 6–4...
  • Page 109: Hp And Windows Passwords

    HP passwords and Windows passwords are also independent of one another. The following table lists the different passwords used by HP and Windows and describes their functions. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as screen-saver passwords, refer to Start >...
  • Page 110: Hp And Windows Password Guidelines

    Windows password (not a power-on password) must be entered to resume from standby. The same word or series of letters or numbers used for an HP password can be used for another HP password or for a Windows...
  • Page 111 Although you can use the same text for various passwords, HP passwords and Windows passwords function independently. Even if you plan to use the same text for an HP password and a Windows password, you must set the HP password in the Setup utility and the Windows password in your operating system.
  • Page 112: Hp Administrator Password

    Can include any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is not case sensitive. Setting HP Administrator Passwords An HP administrator password is set, changed, or deleted in the Setup utility. To manage the password: 1. Shut down the notebook. If you are not sure whether the...
  • Page 113: Entering Hp Administrator Passwords

    4. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Administrator Password, and then press To set an HP administrator password, type your password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and then press...
  • Page 114: Power-On Passwords

    Security Power-On Passwords A power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the notebook. After this password is set, it must be entered each time the notebook is turned on or restarted. A power-on password Does not display as it is set, entered, changed, or deleted. Must be set and entered with the same type keys.
  • Page 115: Entering Power-On Passwords

    4. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Power-On password, and then press To set a power-on password, type the password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and then press To change a power-on password, type the current password in the Enter Current Password field, type the new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and then press...
  • Page 116: Device Security

    Security Device Security From the Setup utility Device Security menu, you can disable the ability of the notebook to start from a CD or a diskette drive. To disable or reenable notebook capabilities in the Setup utility: 1. Shut down the notebook. If you are not sure whether the notebook is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on by pressing the power/standby button, and then shut down the notebook through the operating system.
  • Page 117: Antivirus Software

    Antivirus Software When you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable your operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases, repair damage they have caused.
  • Page 118: Critical Security Updates For Windows Xp

    Security Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Ä CAUTION: Because new computer viruses are being detected all the time, it is recommended that you install all critical updates as soon as you receive an alert from Microsoft. You should also run Windows Update on a monthly basis to install the latest recommended updates from Microsoft.
  • Page 119: Firewall Software

    Security Firewall Software When you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you, your notebook, and your data. Firewalls monitor all incoming and outgoing traffic on your computer by including features such as logging and reporting, automatic alarms, and user interfaces for configuring the firewall.
  • Page 120: Optional Security Cable

    Security Optional Security Cable Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the key 1 into the cable lock 2. 3.
  • Page 121: Hardware Upgrades And Replacements

    Hardware Upgrades and Device Connections Connecting Any Powered Device To connect the notebook to an optional external device that has a power cord: 1. Be sure the device is turned off. 2. Connect the device to the jack or jack on the notebook specified by the device manufacturer.
  • Page 122: Connecting A Usb Device

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Connecting a USB Device USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an external device such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the notebook or an optional Expansion Base.
  • Page 123: Connecting A 1394 Device (Select Models Only)

    Connecting a 1394 Device (Select Models Only) IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that can be used to connect a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to the notebook. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. You might have to load device-specific drivers and other software before using some 1394 devices.
  • Page 124: Connecting A Communication Device

    Internet service provider (ISP) are also provided in the printed Getting Started guide included with your notebook. For information about using an optional wireless device, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless. For information about using the Network Service Boot to connect the notebook to a PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) server...
  • Page 125: Digital Memory Cards

    Digital Memory Cards The 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader (select models only) can support: Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro xD-Picture Card MultiMediaCard SmartMedia (SM) card Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Digital memory cards are often used for digital storage on cameras, camcorders, and other handheld devices.
  • Page 126: Using The 6-In-1 Digital Media Reader Light

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Using the 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader Light The 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader light is turned on when an inserted digital memory card is being accessed. The 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader light is turned off when an inserted digital memory card is inactive or when the 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot is vacant.
  • Page 127: Inserting A Digital Memory Card

    Inserting a Digital Memory Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to digital memory card connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a digital memory card into the 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot. Do not move or transport the notebook while a digital memory card is inserted in the 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot.
  • Page 128: Removing A Digital Memory Card

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Removing a Digital Memory Card To remove a digital memory card: 1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are using the card. (To stop a data transfer, select the cancel button in the Windows Copying window.) 2.
  • Page 129: Pc Cards

    PC Cards Ä CAUTION: To preserve support for all PC Cards, do not install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a single PC Card manufacturer. If you are instructed by the documentation included with a PC Card to install device drivers: Install only the device drivers for your operating system.
  • Page 130: Inserting A Pc Card

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Inserting a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot. Do not move or transport the notebook while a PC Card is inserted. 1.
  • Page 131: Stopping Or Removing A Pc Card

    Stopping or Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop a PC Card before removing it. Stopping a PC Card, even if it is not in use, conserves power. To stop or remove a PC Card: 1.
  • Page 132: Drives

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Drives Adding a Drive to the System The internal hard drive and optical drive are standard features of the notebook. The type of optical drive varies by notebook model. An optional drive can be added to the system by connecting it, as instructed in the drive documentation, to one of the USB ports or to the 1394 port.
  • Page 133: Caring For Drives

    Caring for Drives Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook or a drive and loss of work: Do not remove the internal hard drive except for repair or replacement. For instructions, see the section next in this chapter. Drive” Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components.
  • Page 134: Replacing The Internal Hard Drive

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Replacing the Internal Hard Drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the internal hard drive. Remove the internal hard drive only for repair or replacement. Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, do not begin this procedure until you Save your work, close all open applications, and shut down the notebook.
  • Page 135 3. To remove the hard drive cover and expose the hard drive tab, lift the cover 1 upward and away from the notebook 2. 4. To remove the hard drive, pull upward on the hard drive tab 1 to release the hard drive, and then lift the hard drive 2 out of the hard drive bay.
  • Page 136 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 5. To insert the replacement hard drive, tilt the connector edge of the hard drive 1 downward, and then lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay until it is seated 2. 7–16 Hardware and Software Guide...
  • Page 137 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 6. Replace the hard drive cover. a. Place the cover over the hard drive bay. b. Slide the cover 1 slightly toward the right side of the notebook until the cover is seated 2. Hardware and Software Guide 7–17...
  • Page 138 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 7. Tighten the 2 hard drive security screws. 7–18 Hardware and Software Guide...
  • Page 139: Memory

    Memory The notebook has 2 memory slots. Depending on your notebook model, either one or both memory slots might contain a replaceable memory module. Increasing Memory You can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory) in the notebook by adding memory modules to vacant memory slots or by replacing installed memory modules.
  • Page 140: Removing Or Inserting A Memory Module

    Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Removing or Inserting a Memory Module Å WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock, access only the memory compartment during this procedure. The memory compartment, the battery bay, and the hard drive bay are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook.
  • Page 141 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 6. Turn the notebook upside down. 7. Loosen the 2 memory compartment screws 1, and then lift up and remove the memory compartment cover 2. Hardware and Software Guide 7–21...
  • Page 142 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 8. Remove a memory module. To remove a memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the module 1. (The module tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the module and gently pull the module out of the memory slot 2.
  • Page 143 To insert a memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module with the keyed area in the memory slot 1. If you are inserting a single memory module into a vacant memory compartment, insert the module into the right slot.
  • Page 144 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 9. To close the memory compartment, align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook, and then slide the cover over the memory compartment until it is seated 1. 10. Tighten the 2 memory compartment screws 2. 11.
  • Page 145: Software Updates And Recoveries And System Software

    Prepare for a ROM (read-only memory) update by identifying the ROM version currently installed on the notebook. Access updates at the Download and install updates. Hardware and Software Guide Software Updates and http://www.hp.com/support Software “Using System Restore” Web site. 8–1...
  • Page 146: Preparing For A Software Update

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Preparing for a Software Update If your notebook connects to a network, consult with your network administrator before installing any software updates, particularly a ROM update. Accessing Notebook Product Information To access the updates for your notebook, you might need the following information: The product category is Notebook.
  • Page 147: Downloading And Installing An Update

    A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update; for example, an application update. Hardware and Software Guide Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software while the prompt “Press <F10> (The notebook restarts in enter. http://www.hp.com/support Web site is packaged 8–3...
  • Page 148: Downloading A Rom Update

    ROM package will download. (You might need to access the ROM package after it has been downloaded.) c. Follow the online instructions to download your selection to the hard drive. 8–4 http://www.hp.com/support Hardware and Software Guide Web site that...
  • Page 149 2. Select Start > Help and Support, and then select a software update link. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your notebook and access the SoftPaq you want to download. Hardware and Software Guide Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software http://www.hp.com/support Web site that 8–5...
  • Page 150 My Computer > your hard drive designation (which is typically Local Disk C) > SWSetup. The destination folder for most downloads from the http://www.hp.com/support you don’t see the download in the SWSetup folder, look in the My Documents folder. 7. In the destination folder, select the name or number of the software package you have downloaded.
  • Page 151: Software Recoveries

    Software Recoveries Using System Restore System Restore is an operating system feature that enables you to undo harmful changes to your notebook software by restoring your software to an earlier time, called a restore point, when your software was functioning optimally. Restore points are restorable, benchmark “snapshots”...
  • Page 152: Repairing Or Reinstalling Software

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Setting a Restore Point To set a system restore point manually: 1. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore. 2. Select Create a restore point, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring to a Restore Point To restore the notebook to a restore point: 1.
  • Page 153: Quick Launch Buttons Control Panel

    Quick Launch Buttons Control Panel You can use the Quick Launch Buttons control panel to Set preferences for the display of the Quick Launch Buttons icon. Change the size and arrangement of icons and text on your Windows desktop. Display hotkeys information. Set button assignments for the Easy Access buttons on an optional external keyboard.
  • Page 154 Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Setting Windows Desktop Icon Display Preferences To change the size of the icons on your desktop and of the text displayed with them: 1. Open the Quick Launch Buttons control panel: Select Start > Control Panel > Quick Launch Buttons. - or - Select the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area or Windows desktop.
  • Page 155: Displaying The Quick Launch Buttons Icon

    Displaying the Quick Launch Buttons Icon To show or hide the Quick Launch Buttons Properties icon in the notification area or your Windows desktop: 1. Open the Quick Launch Buttons control panel: Select Start > Control Panel > Quick Launch Buttons. - or - Select the Quick Launch Buttons icon in the notification area or Windows desktop.
  • Page 156: Displaying Hotkey Information

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Displaying Hotkey Information A hotkey is a preset combination of the such as a function key ( To display information about the hotkey functions available on your notebook: 1. Open the Quick Launch Buttons control panel: Select Start >...
  • Page 157: Setting Button Assignments On An External

    Setting Button Assignments on an External Keyboard If you are using an optional external keyboard that features Easy Access buttons, you can set Easy Access button assignments and schemes on the Settings tab. The Settings tab is disabled and hidden by default. To display and enable the Settings tab in the Quick Launch Buttons control panel: 1.
  • Page 158: Setup Utility

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Setup Utility The Setup utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your operating system is not working or will not load. The utility reports information about the notebook and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences.
  • Page 159: Changing The Language Of The Setup Utility

    Changing the Language of the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to change the language of the Setup utility. If the notebook is not in the Setup utility, begin at step 1. If the notebook is in the Setup utility, begin at step 2. 1.
  • Page 160: Displaying System Information

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Displaying System Information The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup utility. If the Setup utility is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup utility is open, begin at step 2. 1.
  • Page 161: Restoring Default Settings In The Setup Utility

    Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup utility default settings. If the notebook is not in the Setup utility, begin at step 1. If the notebook is in the Setup utility, begin at step 2. 1.
  • Page 162: Using Advanced Setup Utility Features

    Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Using Advanced Setup Utility Features This guide describes the Setup utility features recommended for all users. For more information about the Setup utility features recommended for advanced users only, refer to the Help and Support Center by selecting Start >...
  • Page 163: Closing The Setup Utility

    Closing the Setup Utility You can close the Setup utility with or without saving changes. To close the Setup utility and save your changes from the current session, use either of the following procedures: Press - or - If the Setup utility menus are not visible, press return to the menu display.
  • Page 164: Operating Environment

    Operating Environment The operating environment information in the following table might be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook in extreme environments. Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Hardware and Software Guide Specifications Metric U.S.
  • Page 165: Rated Input Power

    DC power source, it is strongly that the notebook be powered only with an AC adapter or DC power cord supplied with or approved for an HP notebook. The notebook is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.
  • Page 166: Expansion Port Input/Output Signals

    Optional expansion products that connect to the notebook through the expansion port might include an Expansion Base or an HP xc2000 Notebook All-in-One Media Cable. The following table identifies the input and output signals supported by the expansion port on your notebook.
  • Page 167 1394 port 1–15 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader light 1–15 6-in-1 Digital Media Reader slot 1–15 AC adapter 1–19 AC power vs. battery power 3–1 administrator password 6–5 airport security devices 7–13 altitude specifications A–1 antennae 1–8 antivirus software 6–13 application recovery disc 1–20 applications key, Windows 1–2 applications, reinstalling or...
  • Page 168 TouchPad 1–3 volume 1–7 wireless 1–6 See also battery pack release latch; display switch; keys cable lock, security 6–16 cables audio 4–5 HP xc2000 Notebook All-in-One Media Cable 2–9 modem 1–19 network 1–13 S-Video 4–5 See also power cord Index–2 1–21 1–9...
  • Page 169 composite video 2–9 Computer Setup, setting security preferences 6–3 connectors drive 7–13 power 1–13 See also jacks; ports conservation, power 3–23 cord, power identifying 1–19 See also cables country-specific modem adapter 1–19 critical low-battery condition 3–17 default settings, restoring Setup utility 8–17 desktop, Windows, setting icon display preferences 8–10...
  • Page 170 Index playing 4–9 setting AutoPlay preferences 4–10 writing to 4–12 See recovery discs Easy Access buttons 8–13 eject buttons optical drive 4–8 PC Card 7–11 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 7–13 7–20 emergency shutdown procedures 3–11 enablers, PC Card 7–9 environmental specifications A–1 A–2 ESD (electrostatic discharge)
  • Page 171 Quick Reference 2–6 using with external keyboard 2–7 HP administrator password 6–5 HP password 6–5 HP password guidelines 6–6 HP xc2000 Notebook All-in-One Media Cable 2–9 hub, USB 7–2 humidity specifications A–1 Hardware and Software Guide icons on Windows desktop, IDE drive light 1–10...
  • Page 172 Index keypad, external numeric, procedures 2–17 keys 1–2 function ( hotkeys 1–1 keypad 1–2 num lock scroll lock 2–16 shift Windows applications 1–2 Windows logo 1–1 See also buttons; display switch labels Bluetooth 1–21 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 1–21 Modem Approval 1–21 Regulatory 1–21 Service Tag 1–21 wireless certification 1–21...
  • Page 173 Windows reinstalling or repairing 1–20 optical disc. See CDs; DVDs optical drive identifying 1–15 inserting, removing disc 4–8 See also CDs; drives; DVDs passwords forgetting 6–4 HP 6–5 HP guidelines 6–6 power-on 6–10 QuickLock 2–11 standby 3–12 Index 3–11 Index–7...
  • Page 174 Index using 6–4 Windows 6–5 Windows administrator 2–11 Windows guidelines 6–6 Windows user 2–11 passwords, coordinating 6–6 PC Card configuring 7–9 inserting, removing 7–10 stopping 7–11 types supported 7–9 PC Card eject button 1–14 7–11 PC Card slot 1–14 PCFriendly 4–15 pointing device 2–2 ports 1394 1–15...
  • Page 175 regulatory information Modem Approval label 1–21 Regulatory label 1–21 wireless certification labels 1–21 reinstalling or repairing software 1–20 release latch, battery pack 1–18 3–25 reset (emergency shutdown procedures) 3–11 restore point 8–7 RJ-11 (modem) jack 1–13 RJ-45 (network) jack 1–13 determining current version of 8–2 downloading and installing...
  • Page 176 Index SmartMedia (SM) card 7–5 socket services, PC Card 7–9 SoftPaq 8–3 software antivirus 6–13 AutoPlay 4–10 firewall 6–2 Internet Connection wizard 2–8 multimedia applications 4–13 4–15 Power Meter 3–16 reinstalling or repairing 1–20 repair, reinstallation documentation 8–8 ROMPaq 8–3 security features 6–1 Setup utility 8–14 SoftPaq 8–3...
  • Page 177 Modem Approval label 1–21 wireless certification labels 1–21 turning off notebook 3–8 3–11 turning on notebook 3–8 tutorials 2–7 unresponsive system, emergency shutdown procedures 3–11 USB devices, connecting 7–2 USB ports, identifying 1–13 1–15 user passwords 6–5 connecting audio 4–3 connecting video 4–5 vents, exhaust 1–12 video device...

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