Hp OmniBook XE2-DB Notebook PC Manuale Utente

HP OmniBook XE SeriesSetup Guide

Introducing the OmniBookTaking Inventory10 Setup GuideTaking Inventory• HP OmniBook XE.• Main battery (HP F1739A or HP F1742A).• AC adapter (HP F17

Introducing the OmniBookTaking InventorySetup Guide 11To buy OmniBook accessoriesBuy OmniBook accessories online! For the latest accessories and optio

Introducing the OmniBookTaking Inventory12 Setup GuideTo find more informationCongratulations! Your OmniBook sets a new standard in personal computing

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBookSetup Guide 13Identifying the Parts of the OmniBookOmniBook front view1 Latch to open the

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBook14 Setup Guide9 CD player buttons (on selected models)10 CD-ROM drive11 Kensington lock s

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBookSetup Guide 15OmniBook bottom view16 System-off button17 Hard disk drive latch and lockin

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBook16 Setup GuideOmniBook rear view1 Parallel port2 Serial port3 VGA port (external monitor)

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBookSetup Guide 17Status lights1 Power2 AC connected3 Battery4 Caps Lock5 Num Lock6 Scroll Lo

Introducing the OmniBookIdentifying the Parts of the OmniBook18 Setup GuideCD-ROM drive buttonsSelected OmniBook models have CD-ROM buttons on the fro

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBookSetup Guide 19Setting Up the OmniBookTo install the batteryInsert the OmniBook battery into the battery

2 Setup GuideNoticeThis manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and aresubject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBook20 Setup GuideTo connect AC powerPlug in the AC adapter, then connect the AC adapter to the rear of the

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBookSetup Guide 21To connect a phone lineSelected OmniBook models have a built-in modem. If your computer d

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBook22 Setup GuideTo set up WindowsThe OmniBook has Microsoft Windows—Windows 95, Windows 98, orWindows NT—

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBookSetup Guide 23To register your OmniBookAfter you have set up Windows, be sure to register your OmniBook

Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up the OmniBook24 Setup GuideBy completing registration, you will:• Record your ownership of the OmniBook XE with Hew

Setup Guide 25Using the OmniBook

Using the OmniBookOperating the OmniBook26 Setup GuideOperating the OmniBookTo use the Fn hot keysThe combination of the Fn key plus another key creat

Using the OmniBookOperating the OmniBookSetup Guide 27To use the embedded keypadPress the number lock key to turn Num Lock on or off. When Num Lock is

Using the OmniBookOperating the OmniBook28 Setup Guide• To increase the volume, press the volume control up button (to the far right ofthe front edge

Using the OmniBookExpanding the OmniBookSetup Guide 29Expanding the OmniBookTo install RAM modulesThe OmniBook provides an optional memory expansion s

Setup Guide 3HP Software Product License AgreementYour HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read theSoftware License Ag

Using the OmniBookExpanding the OmniBook30 Setup Guide5. Replace the RAM expansion module door.6. Insert the battery.To remove RAM modulesAfter you

Using the OmniBookExpanding the OmniBookSetup Guide 31To replace a hard disk driveYou’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver to complete this procedure.

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort32 Setup GuideWorking in ComfortThank you for selecting HP computing equipment. To optimize your comfort andproduc

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 33What is RSI?Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI—also known as cumulative trauma disorder orrepetitive moti

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort34 Setup GuideWhat if I experience discomfort?If you are experiencing any discomfort, seek professional medical ad

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 35the work surface or keyboard tray is at elbow height and your feet are flat on thefloor with your kn

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort36 Setup GuideYour Work PostureSitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To minimize thepoten

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 37Setting Up Your HP Computing EquipmentMake sure that all the elements of your HP computer system—mon

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort38 Setup Guide• Maintain a comfortable viewing distance to the screen. Most people prefer aviewing distance of ap

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 39• To help reduce stress on your neck and prevent eye fatigue, try to minimize themovement of your h

4 Setup Guideproduct recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii) The use of any operatingsystem software by Microsoft contained in any such product

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort40 Setup Guidemay be less muscle tension in shoulders and forearms with the keyboard tiltedaway from you.• When u

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 41• When using a stylus or light pen with a graphics tablet, don’t grip the stylustightly. Keep your

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort42 Setup GuideComfort and Safety ChecklistThese recommendations are drawn from the latest available internationale

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 43• Arms: Make sure your arms and elbows are relaxed and loose, with your upperarm perpendicular to t

Using the OmniBookWorking in Comfort44 Setup GuideYour HP OmniBook ComputerYou can use your HP OmniBook computer virtually anywhere, anytime. Thefollo

Using the OmniBookWorking in ComfortSetup Guide 45Using Your Mobile Computer• Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral positio

Using the OmniBookCaring for Your OmniBook46 Setup GuideCaring for Your OmniBookThe following are recommendations for maintaining your HP OmniBook dur

Using the OmniBookCaring for Your OmniBookSetup Guide 47To safeguard your data• Do not touch the touch pad or activate any other device that interrup

Using the OmniBookCaring for Your OmniBook48 Setup GuideTo clean your OmniBookYou can clean the OmniBook with a soft cloth dampened either with clean

Setup Guide 49Traveling with Your OmniBook

Setup Guide 5ContentsTaking Inventory...10Soft

Traveling with Your OmniBookManaging Power Consumption50 Setup GuideManaging Power ConsumptionWhen you are not using your computer, you will want to m

Traveling with Your OmniBookManaging Power ConsumptionSetup Guide 51Saves the current session to disk, then shutsdown. Provides maximum power savings

Traveling with Your OmniBookUsing Battery Power52 Setup GuideUsing Battery PowerTo check the battery statusThe battery status light (second from left)

Traveling with Your OmniBookUsing Battery PowerSetup Guide 53To respond to a low-battery warningThe OmniBook automatically alerts you when the battery

Setup Guide 55Service and Support

Service and SupportHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement56 Setup GuideHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement1. HP warrants to you, the end-u

Service and SupportHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty StatementSetup Guide 577. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THISWARRANTY STATEM

Service and SupportGetting HP OmniBook Assistance58 Setup GuideGetting HP OmniBook AssistanceSupport AssistanceIf you need assistance with your HP Omn

Service and SupportGetting HP OmniBook AssistanceSetup Guide 59• Commercial Online Services• CD-ROM Subscriptions• Service Parts Informationfor inf

6 Setup GuideTo protect your hard disk drive ...46To take care of your OmniBo

Service and SupportGetting HP OmniBook Assistance60 Setup GuideDuring the free assistanceperiod, HP will assist withquestions about:HP will not be abl

Setup Guide 61Solving Problems with your OmniBook

Solving Problems with your OmniBookTroubleshooting Techniques62 Setup GuideTroubleshooting TechniquesYou will find solutions to common problems and tr

Solving Problems with your OmniBookUsing the Recovery CDSetup Guide 63Using the Recovery CDYou can use the OmniBook Recovery CD to recover an original

Solving Problems with your OmniBookUsing the Recovery CD64 Setup Guide4. Reboot and, when you see the HP logo, press ESC twice.5. Select the CD-ROM

Solving Problems with your OmniBookObtaining Repair ServiceSetup Guide 65Obtaining Repair ServiceSee “Repair Assistance” on page 59 to determine if yo

Setup Guide 67Specifications and Regulatory Information

Specifications and Regulatory InformationHardware and Software Specifications68 Setup GuideHardware and Software SpecificationsFor the most up–to–date

Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety InformationSetup Guide 69Safety InformationPower CordsThe power cord supplied with the OmniBook AC ada

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Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety Information70 Setup GuideBattery Safety• To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack

Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety InformationSetup Guide 71Laser SafetyThe CD-ROM and DVD drives used with the OmniBook are certified as

Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information72 Setup GuideRegulatory InformationThis section presents information that shows how th

Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory InformationSetup Guide 73Hewlett-Packard CompanyManager of Corporate Product Regulations3000 Hanov

Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information74 Setup GuideInternationalProducts sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and its aut

Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory InformationSetup Guide 75The product herewith complies with the requirements ofthe Low Voltage Dir

Setup Guide 77IndexAAC adapterconnecting, 20part number, 11status light, 17AC adapterjack location, 16accessories, 11addressHP Customer Care website,

78 Setup Guideport replicator, 11PC Cardsslots for, 14phone jacklocation, 14phone lineconnecting, 21plug requirements, 69pointing devicelocation, 13us

Setup Guide 9Introducing the OmniBook