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Reference GuideHP Notebook SeriesDocument Part Number: 370697-002April 2005This guide explains how to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot your

1–4 Reference GuideGetting Started with Your NotebookBottom Panel Components ÄCAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning

Index–4 Reference GuideIndexopen/close latch 1–2Operating System CDreinstall 6–32repair 6–31Pparallel connection, troubleshooting 6–20parallel port (L

IndexReference Guide Index–5Ssafeguarding data 2–16, 6–30saving power 3–3scroll pad, location 1–2securitylocking the hard drive 2–15locking your noteb

Index–6 Reference GuideIndexturning offnotebook 2–2wireless network connection 4–8turning onnotebook 1–10, 2–2wireless network connection 4–7TV Now! O

Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide 1–5Status LightsThe notebook includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status

1–6 Reference GuideGetting Started with Your NotebookThe keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks

Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide 1–7Setting Up Your NotebookÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Com

1–8 Reference GuideGetting Started with Your NotebookStep 2: Connect AC Power ÄCAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your notebook (or other

Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide 1–9Step 3: Connect a Phone Line1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a

1–10 Reference GuideGetting Started with Your NotebookStep 4: Turn On the NotebookPress the power button above the left side of the keyboard. The note

Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide 1–11Step 5: Set Up WindowsYour notebook has the Microsoft Windows operating system preinstalled on i

HP Manual Title 2–12Basic OperationOperating Your NotebookYou can start and stop your notebook by using the power button. At other times, power consid

2–2 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationDefault Power SettingsYou can also customize the way these power modes work. See the “Battery Packs and Power Manage

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Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–3To Reset the NotebookOccasionally, you may find that Windows or the notebook has stopped responding and will not let

2–4 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationTo Use the TouchPadThe TouchPad includes an on-off button so you can turn off the TouchPad to avoid moving the point

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–5To Use the Tap to Click Function of the TouchPadThe Tap to Click function of your TouchPad is enabled by default. To

2–6 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationTo Use the Function Hot KeysThe combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–7To Use the One-Touch ButtonsYour notebook includes 5 One-Touch buttons that can start any application or open a docu

2–8 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationTo Use the Windows and Applications KeysThe Windows key brings up the Windows Start menu. This is the same as select

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–9To Type Alternate Graphics Using the ALT GR KeyNon-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar an

2–10 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationUsing CDs or DVDsTo Insert or Remove a CD or DVDÄCAUTION: Do not remove a CD or DVD while the notebook is reading i

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–11To Play DVD MoviesIf your notebook is equipped with a DVD or other DVD readable drive, it also includes DVD player

2–12 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationTo Write to DVD Media (Select Models Only)If your notebook is equipped with a DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive, you m

Reference Guide iiiContents1 Getting Started with Your NotebookIdentifying Parts of the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1Front Panel a

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–13Securing Your NotebookTo Set Up Password ProtectionYou can protect your notebook from access by another user when y

2–14 HP Manual TitleBasic OperationTo Attach an Optional Security CableYour notebook includes a built-in connector to secure the notebook with a cable

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–15To Lock the Hard DriveThe notebook enables you to lock its internal hard drive to help keep your information secure

2–16 HP Manual TitleBasic Operation Put the notebook in Standby or shut it down before transporting it. This turns off the hard drive. A drop of a fe

Basic OperationHP Manual Title 2–17To Extend the Life of the Display Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). When worki

Reference Guide 3–13Battery Packs and Power ManagementManaging Power ConsumptionWhen you are running your notebook on battery power, you can maximize

3–2 Reference GuideBattery Packs and Power ManagementHow the Notebook Manages Power AutomaticallyYour notebook enters Hibernation and Standby automati

Battery Packs and Power ManagementReference Guide 3–3To Change Timeout Settings and Create Power Schemes You can adjust the length of timeouts after w

3–4 Reference GuideBattery Packs and Power ManagementFrom the Windows Control Panel» Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance

Battery Packs and Power ManagementReference Guide 3–5To Recharge the Battery PackÄCAUTION: The AC adapter is normally warm when plugged into an AC out

iv Reference GuideContentsUsing CDs or DVDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10To Insert or Remove a CD or DVD. . . . . . . .

3–6 Reference GuideBattery Packs and Power Management If your notebook has a wireless on-off button, turn off the wireless function when you are not

Battery Packs and Power ManagementReference Guide 3–7Disposing of a Used Battery PackÅWARNING: There is a risk of fire and chemical burn if a battery

Reference Guide 4–14Modem and NetworkConnectionsUsing the ModemYou can connect your modem to a telephone line and communicate throughout the world. Yo

4–2 Reference GuideModem and Network ConnectionsTo Connect the ModemÄCAUTION: Your built-in modem may not work with multiple phone lines or a private

Modem and Network ConnectionsReference Guide 4–3Special Restrictions in Certain Countries Many countries impose a blackout period after a modem repea

4–4 Reference GuideModem and Network ConnectionsTo Change Your Modem SettingsThe modem is already set up to be compatible with telephone systems and m

Modem and Network ConnectionsReference Guide 4–5Connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN)You can connect to local area networks (LANs). LANs give you a

4–6 Reference GuideModem and Network ConnectionsMaking Wireless Network Connections (Select Models Only)If your notebook includes a wireless on-off bu

Modem and Network ConnectionsReference Guide 4–7To Turn Wireless Communication On and OffFor instructions to enable WLAN communications, refer to the

4–8 Reference GuideModem and Network ConnectionsTurning Off Communication and Ending a Connection1. Close any files that reside on other network noteb

ContentsReference Guide v4 Modem and Network ConnectionsUsing the Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1To Connect th

Reference Guide 5–15Add-On DevicesConnecting External DevicesTo Insert or Remove a PC CardThe notebook PC Card slot supports standard Type II and Type

5–2 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesRemoving a PC CardÄCAUTION: Before removing a PC Card, you must use the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–3To Connect an Audio DeviceYou can plug in an external microphone, external speakers, or headphones. ÄCAUTION: The hea

5–4 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesTo Connect a TV to Your Notebook(Select Models Only)1. Plug a standard 4-pin S-Video cable to the optional S-Video ou

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–5Switching the Display to the External Monitor (Select Models Only)Press the TV Now! One-Touch button which is identif

5–6 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesUsing Dual Display ModeYou can extend your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your notebook.1. Select Start

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–7To Connect a 1394 Device (Select Models Only)If your notebook has a 1394 port (also known as firewire), you can use i

5–8 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesUsing the Infrared Port Make sure the infrared port of your notebook and the infrared port of the device with which

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–9Installing Additional RAM (Memory)The notebook has 2 slots that hold 2 RAM modules. At least 1 slot contains a RAM mo

5–10 Reference GuideAdd-On Devices4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30-degree angle until it is fully inserted. Then press down at

vi Reference GuideContentsDisplay Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4Hard Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–114. Release the 2 latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of the board pops up. Match your notebook t

5–12 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesReplacing the Hard DriveTo Replace the Hard DriveYou will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. U

Add-On DevicesReference Guide 5–13To Replace the Hard Drive HolderIf you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a holder, you can remove t

5–14 Reference GuideAdd-On DevicesTo Prepare a New Hard DriveWhen you install a new hard drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with yo

Reference Guide 6–16TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Your NotebookThis chapter contains solutions to many types of problems you might have with your not

6–2 Reference GuideTroubleshootingAudio ProblemsIf No Sound is Audible If your model has a volume control, press the + (plus) button to increase the

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–3CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsIf You Cannot Boot from a CD or DVD Make sure the CD or DVD is bootable. Make sure the CD-R

6–4 Reference GuideTroubleshooting Restart the system: remove the disc from the drive, and select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. If you

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–5If the Screen Is Difficult to Read Try setting the display resolution to its default setting of 1024 × 768 or highe

6–6 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf Files Are Corrupted Open My Computer, and the disk you want to scan. Select File > Properties. Select the Che

Reference Guide 1–11Getting Started withYour NotebookIdentifying Parts of the NotebookComponents included with the notebook may vary by geographical r

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–7Infrared ProblemsBy default, the optional infrared port is enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it.If Y

6–8 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf the TouchPad Does Not Work Press the TouchPad on-off button to turn on the light. Do not touch the TouchPad whi

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–9If You Cannot Browse the Network Neighborhood or My Network PlacesSelect Start > Search > Notebooks or People

6–10 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf the Notebook Beeps But Does Not Start After Adding RAM You installed an incompatible type of RAM. Remove the mod

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–11 Try another telephone line, preferably one normally used for a fax machine or modem. If you are in a foreign cou

6–12 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf the Modem Is Not Detected Check the modem setup. In Control Panel, open Phone and Modem Options. Check the COM

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–13If the Modem Does Not Fax If you are using fax Class 2 in the fax software, try using Class 1. Close any other co

6–14 Reference GuideTroubleshooting Zoomed Video is not supported. If the card requires an IRQ, make sure one is available. Open the hardware Device

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–15 Some file browsers respond slowly while processing graphics or waiting for broken network connections to time out

6–16 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf the Notebook Keeps BeepingThe notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is low. Save yo

1–2 Reference GuideGetting Started with Your NotebookFront Panel and Right Panel Components 1Main status lights (left to right): power mode, hard driv

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–17 If the operating time has gradually become shorter and the battery pack is more than a year or two old, you may n

6–18 Reference GuideTroubleshootingPrinting Problems✎You will usually be able to solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Win

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–19Serial, Parallel and USB ProblemsIf a Serial Mouse Does Not Work Make sure you followed the manufacturer’s install

6–20 Reference GuideTroubleshootingIf the Serial or Parallel Port Is Not Working Make sure the port connection is secure. Check the port settings in

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–21If the Notebook Will Not Boot from the Diskette Drive Make sure the diskette drive is selected as the boot device.

6–22 Reference GuideTroubleshootingWireless ProblemsIf You Have Problems with Wireless 802.11 Communication Make sure the wireless indicator light is

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–23If You Cannot Connect to a Particular Notebook on the Network Make sure the notebook is properly connected to the

6–24 Reference GuideTroubleshootingConfiguring Your NotebookThe BIOS Setup utility helps you configure your notebook operation.To Run the BIOS Setup U

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–25Main Menu Setting Description DefaultBIOS Revision Shows the current BIOS version.Detected automaticallySystem Time

6–26 Reference GuideTroubleshootingSystem Devices MenuSetting Description DefaultVideo Display DeviceSets whether the built-in display automatically s

Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide 1–3Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1AC adapter jack9RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable2Univer

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–27Set Administrator PasswordPress enter to set, change, or clear the administrator password, which protects BIOS Setu

6–28 Reference GuideTroubleshootingBoot MenuSetting Description DefaultHard Drive +Removable Devices CD-ROM Drive Built-in LAN Shows the order of boot

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–29Updating Software and Drivers from the WebSoftware and driver updates for your notebook are available for download.

6–30 Reference GuideTroubleshootingSafeguarding Your DataSoftware or devices added to the notebook can cause your system to become unstable. To safegu

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–31Operating System (OS) CD RepairTo repair the operating system without deleting your personal data, use the standard

6–32 Reference GuideTroubleshootingOS CD ReinstallIf other recovery efforts do not successfully repair the notebook, you can reinstall the operating s

TroubleshootingReference Guide 6–3311. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system (Quick) and press enter. A caution is displayed that for

Reference Guide Index–1Index1394 portconnecting 5–7location 1–3AAC adapterconnecting 1–8jack location 1–3adjustingbrightness 2–6monitor resolution 5–5

Index–2 Reference GuideIndexpower 1–2, 1–10reset 1–4TV Now! One-Touch 5–5wireless on-off 1–2Ccable lock slot 1–3CardBus slot location 1–3CD-ROM drivec

IndexReference Guide Index–3FFn keys 2–6front panel components 1–2function hot keys 2–6Hhard driveactivity status light 1–5holder replacement 5–13loca