HP Nc4000 Getting Started: HP Compaq Notebook nc4000 Series

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  • HP Nc4000 | Getting Started: HP Compaq Notebook nc4000 Series - Page 1
    Started hp compaq notebook series Document Part Number: 310028-001 April 2003 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find additional information and support. This guide introduces you to exterior features of the notebook
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    Company Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. SD Logo is a trademark. HP shall not be purpose, and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying
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    Support 2-2 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . . 2-4 3 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components 3-1 Top Components 3-3 Left Side Components 3-5 Right Side Components 3-6 Front View Components 3-7 Rear Panel Components 3-8 Bottom Components 3-10 Lights 3-12
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    HP drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to the components during initial setup: ■ Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional Port Replicator. ■ Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been connected to external AC power. ■ Run the notebook on external
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    Hardware and Software Setup To set up the notebook hardware: 1. Insert the battery pack: a. Align the battery pack with the notebook battery bay. b. Insert the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses. Inserting the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses 1-2 Getting Started
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    Hardware and Software Setup c. Snap the battery pack into place. (For more information regarding battery packs, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide, "Battery" chapter.) Inserting the battery pack Getting Started 1-3
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    Hardware and Software Setup 2. Connect the notebook to AC power: a. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. b. Connect the AC adapter cable to the DC power connector on the notebook 1. c. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter 2. d. Plug the power cord into an electrical
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    Hardware and Software Setup 3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1 and lifting the display 2. Opening the notebook 4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. Turning on the notebook Getting Started 1-5
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    : To prevent file corruption and to be sure that the correct device drivers install, during software setup: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook. ■ Do not remove or insert a drive. ■ After you begin the software setup, you must complete the entire
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    LAN and Bluetooth Before you can use your wireless LAN or Bluetooth options, they must be configured. For more information regarding wireless LAN, refer to the Integrated Wireless LAN by hp CD that is included with the notebook. For more information regarding Bluetooth, refer to the Bluetooth
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    , in most cases, repair any damage they have caused. HP strongly recommends that you install optional antivirus software before using your modem or a network connection. Antivirus software is available from most computer or electronics retailers. Turning Off the Notebook Whenever possible, shut down
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    electrical storm: ■ Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. ■ Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the modem to the telephone jack. ■ During an electrical storm, run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power
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    tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more informaiton, refer electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the Documentation Library CD that
  • HP Nc4000 | Getting Started: HP Compaq Notebook nc4000 Series - Page 14
    Hardware Guide-contains information specific to your notebook. It includes an illustrated reference to all exterior components and steps for replacing battery packs, using keyboard features and drives, connecting external equipment, and upgrading the notebook. ■ Software Guide-describes HP software
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    license agreement or install Acrobat Reader by following the instructions on the screen. Contacting Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the documentation provided with the notebook, you can call technical support. Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with
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    General tab. ■ Configuration or diagnostic information. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, "Computer Setup" chapter, for details about accessing, saving, or printing this information. ■ Determine the version of the system ROM installed on the notebook. Getting Started 2-3
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    Version of an Operating System A Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a CD is enhanced by HP. These enhancements add features and provide supplementary support for devices such as drives and PC Cards. Ä CAUTION: Replacing an operating system enhanced by HP with a retail version of
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    Features Pointing Device Components Pointing Device Components Item 1 2 Component Pointing stick Left and right pointing stick buttons Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Getting Started
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    Component 3 TouchPad 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling and double-clicking. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. 3-2 Getting Started
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    exit Standby. ■ In Hibernation, press and release to exit Hibernation. If the system has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold for 5 seconds to turn off the notebook. * This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of
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    combination with the Fn key. Displays shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Secures the display when it is closed. Displays the Windows Start menu. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with another key. Contains the primary memory slot. 3-4 Getting Started
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    Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. Supports optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. Accepts SD memory cards used as removable storage devices. Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones
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    Features Right Side Components Right Side Components Item Component 1 Security cable slot 2 Hard drive bay 3 Exhaust vent Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Holds the primary hard drive. Enables airflow to cool internal components. ÄTo prevent overheating, do not
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    Component 1 Antenna (2) 2 Display release latch 3 Microphone Description Send and receive wireless Local Area Network (LAN) signals. ÄThe antenna covers are not removable. Removing the covers can cause damage to the antenna. Opens the notebook. Inputs single-channel sound. Getting Started 3-7
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    , or video capture card. Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. Connects USB 1.1 and 2.0 compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable. Connects USB 1.1 and 2.0 compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable, or an optional External MultiBay to the
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    -45 jack RJ-11 jack Rear panel connector cover Description Connects an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger, Aircraft Power Adapter, or DC cable. Connects a network cable. Connects a modem cable. Closes to cover the connectors. This cover can be removed by removing the screws
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    4 Intake vents Description Connects the optional travel battery bay. The travel battery connector has a plastic cover that must be opened before connecting the travel battery bay. Connects the notebook to an optional Port Replicator. Contains the mini PCI wireless card. Enable airflow to cool
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    the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Displays the percentage of a full charge remaining on a battery pack using the Quick Check lights. Indicates the charge remaining on a battery pack. Holds the primary battery pack. Contains 1 memory expansion slot for optional memory expansion boards
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    5 Wireless on/off Description On: The hard drive is being accessed. On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. On: The wireless mini PCI card and/or Bluetooth are on. Off: The wireless mini PCI card and Bluetooth are off. 3-12 Getting
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    On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking more quickly
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    NetXtreme Ethernet Networking User Guide 2-2 buttons PC Card eject 3-5 pointing stick 3-1 power 1-5, 3-3 Quick Launch 3-3 release latch 1-5 TouchPad 3-2 C cable slot, security 3-6 caps lock light 3-12 CD, Documentation Library 2-1 commands, modem 2-1 compartments expansion memory 3-11 mini PCI
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    vent 3-6 external monitor connector 3-8 External MultiBay connector 3-8 F FCC notice 1-10 Fn key 3-4 function keys 3-4 H hard drive activity light 3-12 bay 3-6 Hardware Guide 2-1 help, technical support 2-2 Hibernation, exiting 3-3 HP telephone numbers 2-2 I infrared port 3-5 inserting battery pack
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    Index lights battery 1-6, 3-13 caps lock 3-12 hard drive activity 3-12 num lock 3-12 power/Standby 1-6, 3-13 scroll lock 3-12 wireless on/off 3-12 M Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide 2-1 manuals. See Documentation Library CD memory expansion compartment 3-11 primary slot 3-4 microphone input
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    release latch battery 3-11 display 1-5, 3-7 RJ-11 jack 3-9 RJ-45 jack 3-9 ROM. See system ROM S Safety & Comfort Guide 2-2 safety considerations 1-9 screen settings 1-8 scroll lock light 3-12 SD (Secure Digital) card slot 3-5 security cable slot 3-6 slots memory 3-4 PC Card 3-5 SD card 3-5 software
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    Documentation Library CD V VCR (optional), connecting video 3-8 vents exhaust 3-6 intake 3-10 video devices (optional), S-Video out jack 3-8 W Windows applications key 3-4 wireless (802.11 and Bluetooth) on/off button 3-3 on/off light 3-12 user guides 1-7 worldwide telephone numbers 2-2 Getting
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Getting Started
hp compaq notebook series
Document Part Number: 310028-001
April 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find
additional information and support. This guide introduces you to
exterior features of the notebook.