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Notebook Tour User Guide - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 2
Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: May 2006 Document Part - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 3
Table of contents 1 Components Top components ...2 Pointing Devices ...2 TouchPad ...3 Lights ...4 Buttons, switches, and readers 6 Keys ...7 Hotkey ...17 Additional hardware components ...18 Labels ...19 2 Specifications Operating environment ...21 Rated input power ...22 Index ...23 ENWW iii - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 4
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1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE Components included with the computer may vary by region and by - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 6
Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 7
scroll zone (4) Right TouchPad button* *This table describes factory settings. Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and doubleclicking Functions like the left button on an external - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 8
Volume mute light (6) Battery light 4 Chapter 1 Components Description On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is in standby. Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. Off: The computer is off or in hibernation. On: An integrated wireless device, such as - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 9
source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low-battery condition. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP Mobile Data Protection has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. *There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 10
the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 11
Component Description (8) Fingerprint reader Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. *This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in the Help and Support Center. Keys Component Description - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 12
Alternate image between the computer display and external fn+f4 display Display battery information fn+f8 Clear battery information fn+f8 Decrease screen brightness fn+f9 Increase screen brightness fn+f10 Turn on and off the ambient light sensor fn+f11 8 Chapter 1 Components ENWW - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 13
condition. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP Mobile Data Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. Provides wireless communication between the computer and an optional IrDAcompliant device. Supports SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards. Produce computer - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 14
cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. 10 - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 15
-side components Component (1) Smart card reader (2) MultiBay optical drive (3) USB port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) RJ-11 (modem) jack Description Supports smart cards and Java™ Cards. Reads an optical disc. Connects an optional USB device. Connects a network cable. Connects a modem cable. ENWW - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 16
an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monoaural microphone. Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Supports optional Type I or Type II 32-bit - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 17
, If you replace the device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore computer functionality, and then contact Customer Care through the Help and Support Center. Release the battery from the battery bay. Holds the battery. Connects an optional docking device. Connects an - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 18
Component (8) Memory module compartment (9) Hard drive bay Description Contains the memory module slot. Holds the hard drive. 14 Chapter 1 Components ENWW - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 19
Display components Component (1) Display release latch (2) Internal display switch Description Opens the computer. Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is turned on. NOTE This switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. ENWW Display components 15 - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 20
and receive wireless device signals over wireless local area networks (WLANs). These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For wireless regulatory notices pertaining to your region, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 21
then to the Internet, using the integrated HP Broadband Wireless module and service from a supported cellular network operator. For more information on HP Broadband Wireless and how to sign up for service, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide included with your computer. ENWW - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 22
DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with the computer. (3) Modem cable* Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a countryspecific modem adapter. (4) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. (5) Country-specific modem - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 23
when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag- service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Microsoft® Windows® Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 24
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2 Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments. - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 26
AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a stand alone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with the computer. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 27
specifications 21 antennae 16 applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack 12 audio-out (headphone) jack 12 B battery identifying 18 battery bay 13, 19 battery charge information 8 battery light, identifying 4, 9 battery release latch 13 bays battery 13, 19 Bluetooth device 13 hard drive - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 28
(network) jack 11 S screen brightness hotkeys 8 screen image, switching 8 security cable slot 10 serial number, computer 19 service tag 19 slots memory module 14 PC Card 12 security cable 10 smart card reader 11 speakers 9 specifications operating environment 21 rated input power 22 standby hotkey - Compaq nc6400 | Notebook Tour - Page 29
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