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  • Page 1 HP OmniBook Plug-In Modules User’s Guide For other Service and User Manuals, go to www.ManualDepot.com...
  • 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules......Replacing a Plug-In Accessory Module ....... To replace a plug-in module......Using the Floppy Disk Drive ....... To connect the floppy disk drive externally ....To insert or eject a floppy disk ......1-10 Using the CD-ROM Drive .........
  • Page 5: Using Omnibook Plug-In Modules

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules...
  • Page 6 Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules The OmniBook Plug-in Modules User’s Guide describes OmniBook plug-in accessory modules and shows you how to install and use them. For complete information about operating the OmniBook, consult the OmniBook Reference Guide and the online User’s Handbook. This manual explains how to ♦...
  • Page 7: Replacing A Plug-In Accessory Module

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 6ITPEGMRK E 4PYK-R %GGIWWSV] 1SHYPI Replacing a Plug-In Accessory Module -QTSVXERX Shut down the OmniBook before removing or inserting the plug-in module using the Start menu, or press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down. This is not necessary if you are removing a second battery from the plug-in module bay and inserting another battery.
  • Page 8 Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 6ITPEGMRK E 4PYK-R %GGIWWSV] 1SHYPI 4. Slide the plug-in module into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. &I WYVI XLI WEJIX] PEXGL MW STIR 3XLIV[MWI ]SY GSYPH HEQEKI XLI QSHYPI SV ]SYV ' % 9 8 - 3 2 3QRM&SSO 5.
  • Page 9: Using The Floppy Disk Drive

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI *PSTT] (MWO (VMZI Using the Floppy Disk Drive You can install the floppy disk drive in the plug-in module bay or attach it externally to the parallel port. This section describes how to ♦ Connect the floppy disk drive externally.
  • Page 10: To Insert Or Eject A Floppy Disk

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI *PSTT] (MWO (VMZI To insert or eject a floppy disk (S RSX MRWIVX SV VIQSZI E JPSTT] HMWO [LMPI XLI 3QRM&SSO MW EGXMZIP] VIEHMRK SV ' % 9 8 - 3 2 [VMXMRK HEXE 3XLIV[MWI ]SY GSYPH PSWI HEXE SV XLI 3QRM&SSO GSYPH WXST VIWTSRHMRK 1.
  • Page 11: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI '(631 (VMZI Using the CD-ROM Drive You can install the CD-ROM drive module in the plug-in module bay. This section describes how to ♦ Insert or remove a CD. ♦ Open the CD-ROM drive manually. To insert or remove a CD (S RSX VIQSZI E '( [LMPI XLI 3QRM&SSO MW EGXMZIP] VIEHMRK HEXE 3XLIV[MWI XLI ' % 9 8 - 3 2...
  • Page 12: To Open The Cd-Rom Drive Manually

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI '(631 (VMZI To open the CD-ROM drive manually If you lose power to the OmniBook, or if you’ve removed the CD-ROM module from the OmniBook, you can manually open the CD-ROM drive to remove a CD. •...
  • Page 13: Using The Zip Drive

    Phoenix APM and Card Executive drivers. These NT drivers must be installed for your Zip drive to work properly. To obtain the drivers and more information, go to the HP OmniBook website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook.
  • Page 14: To Insert Or Eject A Zip Disk

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI >MT (VMZI To insert or eject a Zip disk When the OmniBook is reading or writing data to the Zip drive, the drive indicator appears on the OmniBook status panel (above the function keys). %P[E]W XYVR SR TS[IV XS XLI 3QRM&SSO FIJSVI MRWIVXMRK E >MT HMWO ;LIR ]SY MRWIVX ' % 9 8 - 3 2 E >MT (MWO XLI KVIIR FYW] PMKLX [MPP JPEWL QSQIRXEVMP] ERH KS SYX -J XLI PMKLX...
  • Page 15: Using The Dvd Drive

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI (:( (VMZI Using the DVD Drive Digital Versatile Disk (DVD) is a new standard of data storage. DVD disks deliver up to seven times the storage of CDs. DVD drives can also read standard CDs. You cannot boot from a CD or DVD in the DVD drive.
  • Page 16: To Eject A Dvd Manually

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI (:( (VMZI To eject a DVD manually If you lose power to the OmniBook, or if you’ve removed the DVD module from the OmniBook, you can manually open the DVD drive to remove a DVD. •...
  • Page 17: Using The Second Battery

    • When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. • To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer or HP sales office. • Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 °C (113 °F).
  • Page 18: To Maintain And Preserve Battery Life

    Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI 7IGSRH &EXXIV] To maintain and preserve battery life To preserve the life of your battery, be sure to charge the battery regularly. In cases of long-term storage, the battery must be charged at 20-50% to save capacity loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 1-19...
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting If you run into problems installing your OmniBook accessories, you can use the suggestions in this chapter to correct the problems. If you have questions that this manual doesn’t answer, you can • If you have problems, see the problem-solving suggestions and references listed in the troubleshooting section of this manual, the OmniBook Reference Guide, and the online User’s Handbook.
  • Page 21: Solving Problems With Plug-In Accessories

    If your OmniBook accessory doesn’t seem to work properly, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. For information about the latest software drivers, go to the HP OmniBook website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. This section separates problems into the following categories: ♦...
  • Page 22: Cd-Rom Drive Problems

    • If you are using Windows NT and are experiencing problems with your Zip drive, download and install the latest version of the Phoenix APM and Card Executive drivers. To obtain the self-extracting archive and more information, go to the HP OmniBook website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. 1-22...
  • Page 23: Dvd Drive Problems

    Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK-R %GGIWWSVMIW DVD Drive Problems If the DVD drive stops responding • Remove and reinsert the DVD. • Reset the OmniBook. • If resetting the OmniBook does not solve the problem, remove and reinsert the DVD module. Battery problems If the OmniBook doesn’t turn on with a fresh battery •...
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK-R %GGIWWSVMIW If the OmniBook turns off immediately after it turns on • Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the ac adapter, or turn off the OmniBook and insert a fresh battery. If the OmniBook stops responding •...
  • Page 25: Specifications And Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-25...
  • Page 26: Specifications And Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information Your OmniBook accessories are designed to provide trouble-free operation. The following suggestions can help you while working with your OmniBook: ♦ Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in the next section. ♦ If you think your OmniBook might need repair service, see the warranty and service information in the Support and Service booklet.
  • Page 27: Hardware Specifications And Safety

    Storage temperature: –20 to 50 °C (–40 to 122 °F). To use the CD-ROM and DVD drive safely • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center—see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the unit.
  • Page 28: Regulatory Information

    Specifications and Regulatory Information 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how the OmniBook plug-in modules comply with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to the OmniBook or plug-in modules not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the OmniBook in these regions.
  • Page 29: Canada

    Specifications and Regulatory Information 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR Declaration of Conformity 6IWTSRWMFPI 4EVX] Hewlett-Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 (415) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) 8VEHI REQI Hewlett-Packard Company 4VSHYGX REQI F1384A floppy disk drive Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 30: Europe

    Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carries the CE mark accordingly. The HP F1454A ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power outlet should be located close to the product and be easily accessible.
  • Page 31 Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and IEC and 825-1:1993 and carries the CE mark accordingly. The HP F1454A ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter.
  • Page 32 Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carries the CE mark accordingly. The HP F1454A ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power outlet should be located close to the product and be easily accessible.
  • Page 33 Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carries the CE mark accordingly. The HP F1454A ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power outlet should be located close to the product and be easily accessible.

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