HP OmniBook 600CT Familiarization Manual

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Page 1 CEs, and reseller technicians. That is, personnel that have already completed the HP Vectra PC family training course, or equivalent, and have at least six months of experience servicing the HP Vectra PCs. It is a self-paced training guide designed to train you to install configure, and repair the OmniBook Notebook PC.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
OmniBook Product Comparisons ..........OmniBook 600 Series: Product Features .
Page 4: Omnibook Product Comparisons
OmniBook Product Comparisons HP OmniBook 5000 •29.5 x 22.6 x 4.9 cm Size Closed (11.6 x 8.9 x 1.93 in) •3.08-3.18 kg (6.8-7 lb) Weight •75-, 90-, or 120-MHz Processor Intel Pentium® processor 32-bit PCI bus Bus Architecture some models include:...
Page 5 HP OmniBook 5000 •14.4Vdc Power Rechargeable Lithium-Ion or NiMH battery •Battery life (approximate with one battery): 2 to 3 hrs •Battery recharges to high level in 4 hrs using AC adapter while PC is on or off •2-minute low-battery warning •AC adapter 100 to...
Page 6 HP OmniBook 5000 •16-bit with Sound Audio Blaster and MIDI support •Stereo sound via two built-in speakers •9-pin, 115,200 - b/s, Input/Output RS-232 port •25-pin EPP and ECP parallel port •SVGA-out (up to 1024 x 768 x 256); VGA-out (640 x 480 x 65,536 colors) •115,200-baud,...
Page 7 HP OmniBook 5000 •One Type III PCMCIA Expandability slot (or use as two Type II slots) with 3.3-V or 5-V support ISA-based slots, and parallel, serial, SVGA-out (up to 1024 x 768 x 256), keyboard, PS/2 mouse, MIDI/joystick, audio, and SCSI-2 ports •Microsoft Windows 95...
Page 8: Omnibook 600 Series: Product Features
HP OmniBook 600C HP OmniBook 600C HP OmniBook 600C HP OmniBook 600C HP OmniBook 600C HP OmniBook 600CT* HP OmniBook 600CT* * Indicates TFT display (Note: All models have 8-MB RAM except the F1065A and F1110A with 4MB RAM. Description DX2/50MHz;...
Page 9 NiMH Battery Pack Module Power Clip (TM) External Battery Charger Automobile Adapter LiIon Battery Pack Module Enhanced Port Replicator Pop-up Mouse Feature OmniBook 600CT improvements over the OmniBook 600C 9.5 inch Active Matrix Display Windows Sound RAM expansion to 32-MB...
Page 10 Main Memory ( on Memory mother board) Max Possible RAM 600C Memory Max Possible RAM 600CT Type of memory boards HP Proprietary, 1 user-accessible slot on the front case. Cycle time Possible Memory Motherboard RAM Configurations DX2/50 MHz, Model 170 (F1065A)
Page 11 Possible Memory Motherboard RAM Configurations PCMCIA 1.8" Hard Drives Average seek Track to Track seek 2 ms Average Latency Rotational speed Media Transfer Rate Interface Transfer Rate Buffer size Interleave Start Time to Ready: From power mode From power cycle Memory Slot Memory 24MB (600CT only)
Page 12 PCMCIA hard drives stand shock and vibration better then any other hard drive. Flexible disk drive External ultra-thin 3.5 inch, 1.44-MB flexible disk drive standard Powered by HP OmniBook 600 Dedicated floppy port does not take up the parallel port Supports both 1.44 MB and 724 KB MS DOS formats...
Page 13 HP OmniBook display. The HP OmniBook TFT displays meet or exceed all TFT manufacturer's standards for cosmetic quality of TFT displays. HP does not warrant that the displays will be free of cosmetic imperfections. TFT displays may have a small number of cosmetic imperfections and still conform to the display manufacturers cosmetic quality specifications.
Page 14 4. Customers with cosmetic-based complaints only, that do not conform to the above conditions and tests will not normally be considered for display replacement. It will be left to the judgment of the HP-responsible person who, in working with the customer, to identify work-arounds that are reasonable and appropriate for the individual customer.
Page 15 AC adapter: 100 to 240 Vac (50 to 60 Hz) input; 12 Vdc, 2.5A output. Use only an HP F1044B AC adapter (the type shipped with the OmniBook). Using any other adapter could damage the OmniBook and void the warranty. Always plug it into a grounded outlet.
Page 16 The PCMCIA slots are fully industry compatible and supports SystemSoft Card Services and Socket Service (2.1). The system will support a wide variety of PCMCIA cards (see latest listing). PCMCIA controller is an integrated HP Proprietary chip. Audio Systems for Sound Chip: ESS1688, Manufacturer: ESS...
Page 17 Also tests for altitude, magnetic & radiated susceptibility & interference, shock & vibration. Note: These are the tests that HP designs notebook computers to meet. Due to normal variations in the components of individual machines, some machines will perform better and some won't perform as well.
Page 18 Laplink Remote Access for easy connection to desktop PC, network printers, and Operating System other OmniBooks HP PIM: Appointment book, phone book HP financial calculator Applications can be assigned to any of the 12 function keys for hot-key access Automatic printing utility for function key labels Supported Operating Windows 3.1 and other operating systems (OS/2, Windows NT) are not formally...
Page 19 Password Decode If the user forgets the system password, there is a master password that will unlock the Omnibook. The user calls Technical Support to determine this master password as follows: 1. Support will tell the user the keys to type at the password entry screen: [alt][shft][f10] 2.
Page 20 The statement can be a FAX copy of the document. The fact that the unit is in the hands of an HP representative on the behalf of the customer is not evidence of ownership. In addition, HP will not descramble a unit for any non-owner, even if it involves law enforcement agencies.
Page 21: Notebook Hardware Structure
Notebook Hardware Structure Field Replaceable Assemblies Battery Module (End User Replaceable) The Battery Modules is user replaceable. To remove it, turn the OmniBook off. If AC power is plugged in, don't remove the AC power while the battery is out. Turn the unit over. Slide the two latches away from body of battery and lift battery out.
Page 22: Keyboard (Hewlett-Packard Authorized Service Providers Only)
Keyboard (Hewlett-Packard Authorized Service Providers Only) To remove the keyboard of the OmniBook 600, insert the Keyboard Removal Tool (see the Product Support Plan for a part number) or a thin metal spatula between the keyboard assembly and the top case just above the F8 function key.
Page 23: Mouse Assembly (End User Replaceable)
Mouse Assembly (End User Replaceable) The Mouse Assembly is user replaceable on the OmniBook 600. To remove mouse assembly, push the mouse button above the keyboard near the right side of the unit just above the On/Off key. The mouse should partially eject out the right side of the machine.
Page 24: Hard Disk Drive (End User Replaceable)
Hard Disk Drive (End User Replaceable) The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is user replaceable. To remove the Hard Disk Drive, exit all programs and exit windows, turn unit off, disconnect unit from AC power, turn unit over, and remove battery. Slide the tabs toward each other as shown in the diagram below.. Pull the Hard Disk Drive and Tray Assy HDD out the right side of the unit.
Page 25 Separating Topcase and Bottom Case, Removing Display Assy and Service Keyboard Topcase (Hewlett-Packard Authorized Service Providers Only) First, remove the pop-out mouse assy, keyboard, and battery. Then remove the four rubber feet. The feet are pressed in place and can be removed by prying them up with a metal probe or a straight pin. Next remove the torx drive screws - use a T6 driver - from the bottom case (see diagram below).
Page 26 The Topcase Service Assembly does not include the display contrast controls. If the topcase needs to be replaced, be sure to order the contrast controls as well. The Topcase Service Assembly includes all the labels normally on the topcase. The Bottom Service Assembly contains all the labels normally on the bottom case as well as the Security Plate (located inside the Kensington Lock slot) and the Battery Door Latches.
Page 27: Removing The Motherboard (Exch Pca)
Removing the Motherboard (Exch PCA) (Hewlett-Packard Authorized Service Providers Only) Before removing the Motherboard you must first separate the topcase and bottomcase, remove the hard drive, RAM Expansion (if installed) and any installed PCMCIA cards. Remove Mouse Button and Spring Mouse Button by lifting up on the Mouse button and turning the bottom case upside down to remove Spring Mouse Button.
Page 28: Small Parts
Small parts The, I/O door, Rubber feet, and Flash card tray are all replaceable. To remove the I/O door, open it fully. Flex the door so that the center hinge separates from back case. Continue to flex until side pins clear holes in back case. To reassemble, just reverse the procedure. The rubber feet are pressed into the bottom case.
Page 29: Installing Memory
Installing memory The OmniBook 600 family has one location for expanding system RAM. The memory location is on the front surface of the OmniBook 600. The RAM door is remove by pushing down. To remove RAM already installed, rotate the pull tab out from under the RAM module and pull the module out. To install a RAM module, use the reverse procedure.
Page 30 Ehhanced Port Replicator The Enhanced Port Replicator Accessory consists of no field replaceable components. If any component of the dock is defective, the entire unit must be replaced. Troubleshooting Tips: Power External Keyboard/Mouse Undock and remove power before connecting or removing an external SCSI Devices Maintain power to the port replicator.
Page 31: Troubleshooting And Repair
Troubleshooting and Repair Known Hardware Unit is HOT while charging. Issues (DOS 6.2 and Battery is HOT Windows 3.11) Display may discolor while charging closed Display has 1 minute warm up period Brightness control disabled during that time After first boot, display may need contrast adjustment to make it readable. Press and hold (UP) contrast button until display is readable.
Page 32 Battery life is VERY use and user dependent. Known Hardware Issues (DOS 6.2 Modems use power just by being plugged in. and Windows 3.11) Some software prevents APM from working and may result in reduced battery life. Full charge is essential for average battery life. Pressing [off], [f4][ON] may result in inconsistent battery indications Some early F1065A and F1066A models had bad floppy disk drive cables.
Page 33 If EnhMouse loaded, must click Below button to register click Don't load EnhMouse or click below button. Alarm Manager comes up with error msg if network driver is loaded. Use two boot paths, one for networks and one for on-the-go use. Low battery shutdown gets delayed if in middle of copy disk.
Page 34 Wait or reboot. Encarta demonstrates similar behavior on other PCs but the behavior is a bit different from PC to PC and time to time. Some times the system is hung. If fax/modem set up in WFW, Control Panel, FAX, then no MS-MAIL remote. Known MS bug.
Page 35 Get cannot write to E: with QA Partner results file at power on When you get a message saying that ‘Cannot write (read) to (from) drive X:’, hit RETRY button and all will be well. Laplink transfer of large files causes reboots or file changes in 32bit mode Use the floppy, use DOS connect, or turn 32bit transfer off.
Page 36 Cannot remote print to DJ550C w/ new ColorSmart Drivers Use DeskJet 500 drivers or connect directly. Cannot remote print w/ DJ Plus ColorSmart driver loaded Use DeskJet 500 drivers or connect directly. Status Panel is "permanently" missing. Running OBSTATUS results in "already running"...
Page 37 Beep Code Description none CPU register test in progress or failure. 1-1-1 CPU Failure 1-1-3 CMOS write/read test in progress or failure. Failure will result in a system halt. 1-1-4 ROM BIOS checksum test in progress or failure. Failure will result in a system halt.
Page 38 Beep Code Description 3-1-3 Master interrupt mask register test in progress or failure. Failure results in a system halt. 3-1-4 Slave interrupt mask register test in progress or failure. Failure results in a system halt. 3-2-4 Keyboard controller test in progress or failure. Failure results in a system halt.
Page 39 Last POST: There are a number of POST tests that are performed after the BEEP Code DISPLAY CODES tests. Failure of one or more of these tests will result in a displayed failure code (i.e., 03044). It is extremely important not to interpret a failure code immediately as a hardware failure until: all accessories are removed, including memory cards external floppy, port expander, modems, PCMCIA cards, LAN cards, printers, VGA-out cables,...
Page 40 Within POST, there are three kinds of messages: PhoenixBIOS POST Messages Error messages: These messages appear when there is a failure in hardware, (Power On Self software, or firmware. Test Informational messages: These messages provide information to the user but require no action.
Page 41 Message No boot sector on fixed disk - press Fl to retry boot (or may also say, press Fl to retry boot, F2 for SETUP utility) Not a boot diskette - press Fl to retry boot (or may also say, press Fl to retry boot, F2 for SETUP utility) No timer tick interrupt xxxxxh Option ROM checksum failure where xxxxxh is the starting address of the option ROM...
Page 42 Message Memory tests terminated by keystroke Press the Fl key to continue Beginning memory test Press the SPACEBAR to terminate the memory test Press the Fl key to continue, F2 to nm the Setup utility This message indicates that an error was found during Possible Cause This message indicates that a user pressed the spacebar while the memory tests were nmning and...

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