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    HP Compaq 6720t Mobile Thin Client End-User Reference Guide
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    © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. 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
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    surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer
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    iv Safety warning notice
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    Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. v
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    vi Product notice
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    brightness (fn+f10 13 Using the keypads ...13 Using the embedded numeric keypad 13 Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad 14 Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad 14 Using an optional external numeric keypad 14 4 Power Power control and light locations ...15 vii
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    used battery 24 Using external AC power ...24 Connecting the AC adapter 25 5 Multimedia Using multimedia hardware ...26 Using the audio features ...26 Using the audio-in (microphone) jack 27 Using the audio-out (headphone) jack 27 Adjusting the volume 28 Using the video features ...29 Using the
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    modem cable adapter 36 Selecting a location setting 37 Viewing the current location selection 37 Solving travel connection problems 38 Connecting to a local area network ...39 8 Security Protecting the computer ...40 Using passwords ...41 Setting passwords in Windows 41 Using a power-on
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    1 Notebook tour Identifying the hardware Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models. Top components Pointing devices Component Description (1) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and
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    off. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Blue: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the
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    power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (7) Drive light Blinking: The flash drive or optional optical drive is being accessed. *The 2 power has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at
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    and restores computer sound. Decreases speaker sound. Increases speaker sound. Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key (5) Embedded numeric keypad keys (6) Function keys Front components Description Displays system information when pressed in
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    Audio-out (headphone) jack (2) Audio-in (microphone) jack (3) USB ports (2) (4) Optical drive (select models only) Left-side components Description Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional
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    device. Supports optional Type I and Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. Description Connects an AC adapter. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latches (2) (3) Business card holder (4) Flash drive bay (5) Docking connector
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    module compartment (7) Vent (8) Accessory battery connector Description Contains the memory module slot. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Connects an optional accessory country or region. These notices are located in the printed Getting Started guide. Identifying the hardware 7
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    Identifying the labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer: ● Service tag-Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have
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    Filter Using the Enhanced Write Filter The Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) provides a secure environment for your computer by protecting it from undesired flash memory writes. In order to save changes to your system configuration settings, you must commit your changes in the EWF. Otherwise, the new
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    from the TouchPad to the scroll zone will not activate the scrolling function. Setting pointing device preferences Use Mouse Properties in Windows to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button configuration, click speed, and pointer options. To access Mouse Properties, select Start
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    Function Display system information. Initiate Standby. Switch the image. Display battery information Decrease screen brightness. Increase screen +f4 fn+f8 fn+f9 fn+f10 To use a hotkey command on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly
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    . The computer must be on before you can initiate Standby. To exit Standby, press the power button or any key on the keyboard. NOTE: In all Windows operating system windows, references to the Sleep button apply to the fn+f3 hotkey. Switching the screen image (fn+f4) Press fn+f4 to switch the screen
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    down the hotkey to increase the brightness level incrementally. Using the keypads The computer has an embedded numeric keypad and also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Component (1) Num lock light (2) fn key (3) num lk key
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    connected to the computer or an optional docking station. Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the fn key or the fn+shift
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    control and light locations The following illustration and table identify and describe the power control and light locations. Component (1) Internal display switch (2) Power lights* (2) (3) Power button Description Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is on. ● On: The
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    Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, right-click the Power ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light turns off when all batteries in the
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    computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period To shut down the computer, follow these steps:
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    power lights blink and the screen clears. Your computer is disconnected from the network. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video by from the list. c. Click OK. To exit Standby: ▲ Press the power button. When the computer exits Standby, the power lights turn
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    the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the battery meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is
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    save battery life when you disconnect AC power. To increase display brightness, use the fn+f10 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. You can keep a battery in the a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management
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    not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster
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    lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed in Power Options. Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low battery level, the battery
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    reaches a critical battery level, do not restore power until the power lights turn off. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged
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    Started guide. Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following devices: WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved
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    pin is an important safety feature. To connect the computer to external AC power, follow these steps: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3). Using external AC
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    restores computer sound. Decreases computer sound. Increases computer sound. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. 26 Chapter 5 Multimedia
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    is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports an optional stereo array or monaural microphone. Using sound recording printed Getting Started guide. CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single sound channel (monaural) connector into the
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    volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ◦ Volume mute button ◦ Volume down button ◦ Volume up button ● Windows volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume by
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    Using the video features Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display, the device,
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    to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders. 2. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. - or - 1. Insert the media
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    message is displayed, click No. After you click No, the computer may behave in either of the following ways: ● Playback may resume. - or - ● The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the CD or DVD, click the Play button in your multimedia program to restart the
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    and universities. In a WLAN, each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless router or on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of For more information, refer to the user guide for your operating system. Using WLAN With
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    software. NOTE: To use the WLAN device in your computer, you must connect to a WLAN infrastructure (provided through a service provider or a public or corporate network). Computers with WLAN devices support one or more of the following IEEE industry standards: ● 802.11b, the first popular standard
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    is available through your ISP and the user guide included with your wireless router and other WLAN equipment. For a list of public WLANs near you, contact your ISP or search the Web. Web sites that list public WLANs include Cisco Internet Mobile Office Wireless Locations, Hotspotlist, and Geektools
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    must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately). In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter is also required. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are not compatible with the modem. WARNING
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    country. To use the modem and the modem cable outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Plug the modem cable
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    Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection To view the current location setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options. 3. Click Regional and Language Options. 4. Your location is displayed
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    experience modem connection problems when using the line. ● Check for pulse or tone dialing. An analog telephone line supports one of 2 dialing modes: pulse dialing or tone dialing. These dialing the Modems tab. 3. Click the listing for the modem. 4. Click Properties. 38 Chapter 7 Modem and LAN
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    5. Click Modem. 6. Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialing. 7. Click OK twice. NOTE: You must commit these changes in order for them to be saved. See your network administrator for additional information. Connecting to a local area network Connecting to a local area network (LAN)
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    you need to use. The Windows operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the following table. Most feature Power-on authentication using passwords ● Administrator passwords ● User passwords Microsoft Windows Firewall-An improved Microsoft Windows
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    , entered, changed, or deleted. ● It must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, a power-on password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with embedded numeric keypad number keys. ● It can include any combination of up to 32 letters and numbers
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    preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. Entering a power-on password At the Power-on Password prompt, type your password (using the same kind of keys you used to
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    Installing a security cable NOTE: The security cable (purchased separately) is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2). 3. Insert the cable
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    drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to the computer or an optional docking device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions
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    USB port. Using the docking connector The docking connector connects the computer to an optional docking device. An optional docking device provides additional ports and connectors that can be used with the computer. NOTE: The HP Advanced Docking Station is not supported on this computer. Using the
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    : To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert an ExpressCard into a PC Card slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card. Do not move or transport the computer when a PC Card is in use. The PC Card slot may
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    idle. To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is not in use. To remove a PC Card, follow these steps: 1. Close all programs and complete all activities that are associated with the PC Card. NOTE: To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window. 2. Release and
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    10 Hardware upgrades Identifying installed drives To view the drives installed on the computer, select Start > HP System Information. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such
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    displayed, click No. ● You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume audio and video playback. Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the disc by the edges
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    2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. When the disc tray opens 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 50 Chapter 10 Hardware
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    a protective case. When the disc tray does not open 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Using optical
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    fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. 52 Chapter 10 Hardware upgrades
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    premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner. Cleaning the keyboard WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage drive, or loss of information, remove discs from a drive before removing the drive from a drive bay, and before shipping, storing, or traveling with a drive.
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    these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary. ◦ Contact technical support to discuss power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer. Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary
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    31 cord, power 54 corporate WLAN connection 34 country-specific modem cable adapter 36 critical battery level 22 D display cleaning 53 image, switching 12 screen brightness hotkeys 13 display release latch, identifying 5 display switch, identifying 3, 15 docking connector, identifying 6 drive light
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    lights battery 2, 16 caps lock 2 drive 3 num lock 2 power 2, 15 volume mute 2 wireless 2 local area network (LAN) cable required 39 connecting cable 39 low battery level 22 M memory module compartment, identifying 7 microphone (audio-in) jack 5 microphones, supported 27 modem approval label 8 modem
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    number, computer 8 service tag 8 setup of 8 wireless certification labels 8 troubleshooting modem 38 turning off the 44 user password 41 V vents, identifying 5, 7 video transmission types 12 volume down button 4, 26 volume mute adjusting 28 W Windows applications key, identifying 4 Windows logo key,
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