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Hewlett-Packard Company 2000-2001. All rights reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation of this manual is prohibited without prior written permission of Hewlett-Packard MS-DOS®, and Windows® are U.S. registered Systems Incorporated. Hewlett-Packard Company HP Notebook Customer Care 1000 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 3
AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENT, YOU MUST NOW EITHER REMOVE THE SOFTWARE FROM YOUR HARD DISK DRIVE AND DESTROY THE MASTER DISKETTES, OR RETURN THE COMPLETE HP PRODUCT AND SOFTWARE FOR A FULL REFUND. PROCEEDING WITH CONFIGURATION SIGNIFIES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE LICENSE TERMS. UNLESS - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 4
this Agreement. PRODUCT RECOVERY CD-ROM. If your HP product was shipped with a product recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP product with which the product recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 5
end user support for HP PCs that use Microsoft Operating Systems, including its latest service packs. This support will be available within 30 days of the software being released. Edition History Edition 4 (FA November 2001 This manual is printed on recycled paper. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 5 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 6
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Step 1: Install the battery 23 Step 2: Connect AC power 25 Step 3: Connect a phone line 26 Step 4: Turn on the computer 27 Step 5: Set up Windows 27 Step 6: Register your notebook 28 What to do next ...29 To connect to the Internet 29 To connect the floppy disk drive 30 Basic Operation ...31 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 8
To lock the hard disk drive 46 Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC 47 Taking Care of Your Computer 49 To protect your hard disk drive 49 To maintain your computer 49 To safeguard your data 50 To extend the life of the display 50 To clean your computer 51 Batteries and Power Management 53 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 9
a new hard disk drive 108 Using Windows XP ...111 Installing Retail Windows XP 112 Requirements ...112 To prepare for software installation 113 To install retail Windows XP 113 To install video (ATI) support 115 To install modem (3COM) support 115 To install TrackPoint support (HP 116 To - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 10
support 152 To install IDE support 152 To install pointing stick support 153 To install modem support 154 To install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet adapter support 155 To install mobile enhancements 158 To install the 3Com Power Management TDI service 160 To disable automatic CD-ROM detection - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 11
CD 198 To update the BIOS 198 To update Windows drivers 199 HP Support and Service 201 Getting Assistance for Your Computer 202 To get help from the web 202 To contact HP for support or service 203 To receive repair service 205 To prepare your computer for shipment 205 Hewlett-Packard - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 12
Reference Information 209 Hardware Specifications 210 Modem Reference Information 214 Modem Reference (3Com, US Robotics 214 Safety Information ...219 Power Cords...219 Ergonomics ...220 Battery Safety...220 Laser Safety...221 LED Safety...221 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation 222 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 13
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Corporate Evaluator's Guide 13 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 14
Your HP notebook computer is shipped with these items: • Main battery (installed). • Floppy disk drive module. • Floppy disk drive USB cable (models without expansion base only). • AC adapter and power cord. • Quick Start sheet. • Startup Guide. • Recovery CD, for restoring Windows and all software - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 15
AC adapter. • Plug-in drives, such as CD-ROM, DVD, and similar drives, floppy drive, Zip drive, and second hard disk drive. • Main battery and secondary battery plug-in module. To find more information Source Startup Guide Online Reference Guide Online HP Notes Microsoft Windows manual HP Notebook - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 16
battery charge. 10. Hard disk drive. 11. Audio-off button and audio-off light. 12. Volume control. 13. Audio jacks: audio out (headphones), external microphone. 14. PC Card slot. 15. PC Card eject button. 16. Built-in microphone. 17. Latch for opening the computer. 16 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 17
View Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer 18. Universal serial bus ports (USB). 19. Infrared port (on certain models). 20. External monitor port. 21. Modem port (on certain models). 22. LAN port (on certain models). 23. AC adapter jack. 24. Kensington lock slot - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 18
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 26. Hard disk drive retaining screw. 27. RAM cover. 28. Docking port. 29. Main battery. 30. Main battery latch. 18 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 19
is off or in Hibernate mode. 2. Hard disk drive activity. • Blue: the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. 3. Main battery charge status. • Green: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged. • Amber: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. • Blinking: the AC - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 20
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1. Caps (as marked on an external keyboard). 4. Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active (Fn+F10). 20 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 21
Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Expansion Base - Front 1. Docking connector. 2. Status panel. 3. Status panel button. 4. Speaker (one on each side). 5. Left plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery, or other plug - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 22
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Expansion Base - Back 15. Universal serial bus ports (USB). 16. S-video (TV out) port. 17. Serial port (COM1). 18. works only if the computer has a built-in LAN port). 23. AC adapter jack. 22 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 23
in the online HP Library. When you set up your computer for the first time, you'll need to install and charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on the computer, and run the Windows setup program. WARNING Step 1: Install the battery Do not mutilate or puncture batteries. Do not dispose - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 24
Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer 2. Insert the front end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, then press the back end in until it clicks into place. To remove the battery 1. Do one of the following: • Plug in the AC adapter. • Press the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 25
warranty statement in this manual). If you have an expansion base, do not dock your computer in it until after the computer boots up for the first time. • Plug in the AC adapter, and connect it to the AC adapter jack on the back of the computer. The computer's battery then starts charging. While - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 26
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 3: Connect a phone line If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem. 1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 27
on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter and press the blue sleep button again. Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least an hour. Step 5: Set up Windows Your computer has Microsoft Windows preinstalled on its hard disk drive. The first time - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 28
following: • Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett-Packard and provides access to service, support, and information. • Records your ownership of the Windows 98 or XP operating system with Microsoft. If you have Windows 2000, please contact Microsoft separately to register the operating - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 29
the CD in the drive. Follow the instructions displayed-run Setup on the CD if it doesn't run automatically. See the online Reference Guide to learn more about using and maintaining your computer-click Start, Programs, HP Library (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Help and Support, HP Library (Windows XP - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 30
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer To connect the floppy disk drive If you don't have an expansion base, you can connect the floppy disk drive to a USB port. • Connect the F2101A USB floppy cable directly to the floppy drive and to the USB port. If you have an expansion - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 31
Basic Operation Corporate Evaluator's Guide 31 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 32
. Maintains current session in RAM. Restarts quickly. Restores network connections. Power mode status Windows 98 or 2000) -or- click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By (Windows XP) -or- allow timeout. Hibernate mode Saves maximum power. Saves current session to disk, then shuts down. Restores Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 33
. To reset an expansion base-and the computer, if docked-insert a straightened paper clip into the reset hole on the bottom of the expansion base. You can also reset the expansion base by undocking the computer and removing all AC and battery power from the base. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 33 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 34
normally boots from its internal hard disk. You can also boot the computer from a floppy disk drive connected to a USB port, an external drive in an expansion base module bay, or an internal network interface card (NIC). 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 35
new location, and release the button. Scrolling with the scroll button • Hold down the scroll button and press the pointing stick. The contents of the window then scroll in that direction. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 35 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 36
on an external keyboard). Toggles Num Lock on and off. Toggles Scroll Lock on and off. Pause. Enters Hibernate mode. Print screen. External PS/2 keyboards support only Fn+F5, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12. To use these, press and hold left CTRL+left ALT, press the appropriate second key, then release - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 37
HP information). To reprogram a One-Touch button 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Keyboard (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Keyboard (Windows , select that option on the Onscreen Display tab. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 37 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 38
Windows Explorer. Runs Windows Help. Runs Windows Find: File or Folders (Windows 98 or 2000) or Search (Windows XP). Minimizes all displayed windows. Returns all minimized windows to original size. Runs the Windows Run dialog box. Runs the Windows Utility Manager (Windows Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 39
• Click Start, Programs, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 98 or 2000), or Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows XP). You have the 't change the resolution except to use an external monitor. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 39 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 40
(if not present, see Windows Help). 2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume. 3. To temporarily silence the speakers without changing the volume setting, click Mute. From an expansion base • Press the volume control above the right module bay. 40 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 41
Programs (or All Programs), Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Presentation Ready, Configure. -or- Click the HP Presentation Ready icon in the restore the computer's normal settings, close the presentation application or click the taskbar icon and choose Stop Presentation. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 42
devices, you can simply undock and dock the computer. For details, see "Using an CD player that uses a CD-ROM or DVD drive in the right module bay-see "To work with CDs and DVDs," below. To work with CDs and DVDs The expansion base includes a built-in CD player that uses a CD-ROM or DVD drive - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 43
utility. For complete protection, set passwords in Windows and through BIOS Setup. To cancel password protection, set an empty password. BIOS Setup Utility 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. From the Security menu - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 44
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer Windows XP 1. Click Start, Control Panel, User Accounts, then select your account. 2. Click Create a Password, then set the password. 3. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and the key in a safe place away from the computer. 44 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 45
on the screen. Once installed, you can get detailed instructions from the software's online Help. To set PC identification HP TopTools and PC identification are not supported on Pavilion models. You must have BIOS administrator password authority to set a PC identification number. 1. If you have not - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 46
Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Security menu, enable Password Required to Boot. 4. From the Security menu, enable Internal hard disk drive lock. 5. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup. 46 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 47
is available in Working in Comfort, which is preloaded on the hard disk in the HP Library and available on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library-as well as at www.hp.com/ergo. Your Mobile Work Environment • Use a chair that provides good support for your lower back. If an adjustable chair is not available - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 48
Notebook PC Using Your Mobile Computer • Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down. If your notebook The notebook notebook equipment frequently between - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 49
protect your hard disk drive Hard disk drives, as well hard drive. A drop of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is operating could destroy data or damage the drive • Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in "Hardware Specifications" on page 210. Do not use - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 50
work regularly. Copy files to floppy, tape, CD-R, or network drives. • Use a disk periodically using the Scandisk utility (Windows 98) or the Tools tab in the disk's Properties window (Windows battery operation) to the shortest comfortable interval. • Avoid using a screen saver or other software Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 51
the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display. • You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 51 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 52
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Batteries and Power Management Corporate Evaluator's Guide 53 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 54
device to turn on the display. Enters Standby mode. Maintains your current session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components to conserve battery power. No pointing devices are used, no disk drive is accessed, and no port (serial or parallel) is active for the specified interval - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 55
Windows 98, change the Hibernate timeout in BIOS Setup-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 189. For Windows 2000 or XP, do not disable Hibernate support in the Power settings, or you will lose any unsaved data if the computer's battery runs down completely. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 55 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 56
scheme uses the lowest processor speeds while running on battery power, but uses medium and high processor speeds on AC power. • The Portable/Laptop option uses medium and high processor speeds on battery and AC power. See Windows Help for additional information about power schemes. 56 Corporate - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 57
for up to several hours. Press blue sleep button -or- click Start, Shut Down, Standby (Windows 98 or 2000) -or- click Start, Turn Off Computer, Stand By (Windows XP). Saves the current session to disk, then shuts down. Provides maximum power savings while still allowing you to recover the current - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 58
Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information (see Windows help for details). The icon looks like a battery shows the status of each battery, and provides access to all of Windows' powerinformation options. • Windows XP: click Start, - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 59
plug the AC adapter into the dock. • To recharge a secondary battery, plug the AC adapter into the expansion base and insert the battery. Batteries charge in this order: main battery, secondary battery in the left module bay, secondary battery in the right module bay. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 59 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 60
. To get the most from your batteries Follow these suggestions to make your battery's power last as long as possible. • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a drive in the expansion base's module bays, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 61
Power • If you work with an application that uses the serial port or an I/O PC Card, exit the application when you finish using it. • Install another battery-see "To use additional batteries" on page 60. • If your main battery is rated at 14.8 volts (check its label), purchase a replacement main - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 62
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Modem and Network Connections Corporate Evaluator's Guide 63 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 64
fax software, or QuickLink with Windows 98, for sending and receiving faxes. The modem is a high-speed 56-Kbps modem. It allows you to connect to any Internet Service Provider (ISP) or modem network that has V.90 interoperable modems. Check with your ISP for a list of telephone numbers that support - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 65
adapter. 4. Check your modem's country or region settings: • Windows 98: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Modems, then click Dialing Properties. • Windows impose a blackout period after a modem repeatedly fails to connect to a service provider. The number of failed attempts - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 66
Service Provider (ISP). In some countries, Hewlett-Packard provides easy Internet signup so that you can connect quickly to an ISP. 1. Connect your built-in modem-see the previous topic. (If your computer does not have a built-in modem, you can instead use a PC Card modem or an external modem - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 67
entering the address in Windows Explorer. If you try to access the Internet without using the AOL software, the Internet Connection wizard modem to dial in to a LAN (local area network) that supports dial-in connections. This gives you access to network resources from a remote location. • See Windows - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 68
modem settings. See the help for your software. • AT commands. You can control many aspects of modem operation using modem AT commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set up specific Windows 2000 or XP, open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel. On the Modems - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 69
, e-mail services are part of your AOL service. For another ISP, you can use Outlook Express (included with your computer) or an e-mail system of your choice. This topic includes instructions for using it once. (Or double-click to view the message in its own window.) Corporate Evaluator's Guide 69 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 70
use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. QuickLink fax software is included with Windows 98 on the hard disk. To in an open or minimized window. New faxes are indicated in the status box in the QuickLink window. To receive a fax manually, follow these steps. 1. - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 71
the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. Fax software is built into Windows Service Management Console. 4. In the list under Fax Service on Local Computer, double-click Devices, then right- click the modem and click Properties. 5. On the General tab, enable the modem - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 72
it. 1. Click Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Programs. 2. Click Add/Remove Windows Components, select Fax Services, and follow the instructions on the screen. You may need the Windows CD to complete installation. To start Fax Console • Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 73
base. The cable must have an RJ-45 connector. 3. Windows 98: open Network in Control Panel to set up support for a LAN connection on your network. For example, you can add the Microsoft TCP/IP protocol. Windows 2000 or XP: automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection. To edit the settings - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 74
Modem Windows 98 or 2000) Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802.11 wireless network, you have to install the required software and configure the computer for the specific resources such as shared files, printers, and Internet Click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, Configuration - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 75
file support for a LAN connection on your network. For example, you can add the Microsoft TCP/IP protocol. Windows 2000: automatically detects and sets up a LAN connection. 2. Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration. -or- Click Start, Programs, HP Guide 75 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 76
tab, click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, and use the encryption key converter. To prepare for connections (Windows XP) Before you can connect your computer to a particular 802.11 wireless network, you have to configure the computer for the specific wireless connection. Connecting to an - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 77
Hint Important Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections If you are connecting to non-Windows XP access points or computers that are using software from different manufacturers, you must set up compatible encryption on your computer. You can use the same hexadecimal encryption key - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 78
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections 2. The wireless indicator light is Connections in Control Panel and double-click the connection (Windows XP). Turning off communication and ending a connection 1. Important: close any files that reside on other network computers. 2. To turn - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 79
Add-On Devices Corporate Evaluator's Guide 79 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 80
speakers, headphones, or stereo inputs. • Plug-in modules. To dock the computer Note 1. For desktop use, plug the AC adapter into the expansion base. For portable use, you can use power from the computer's battery or from a secondary plug-in battery module in the expansion base. Use the AC - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 81
into the base. If the computer doesn't latch, plug in the AC adapter. You can dock or undock the computer in any power state: on, off, Standby mode, or If you have trouble inserting the computer or the docking latches stick, use the emergency undock latch, or press and hold the undock switch for 5 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 82
Using an Expansion Base To undock the computer 1. Important: close any files that reside on network drives or module drives in the expansion base. 2. Press the undock switch on the right side of the expansion base. -or- Click Start, Eject PC. You can use the undock switch when the computer is - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 83
to undock the computer. To play audio CDs The multimedia buttons on the front of the expansion base control the CD-ROM or DVD drive in the right module bay. Power is provided by the computer battery, the AC adapter, or a secondary battery in the left module bay. • If the computer is docked and - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 84
the time and date, the docking status, the status of the CD player built into the expansion base, and the status of secondary batteries in the expansion base. • : • Time. • Date. • CD player status (if CD player is running). • Audio volume (if CD player is running). 84 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 85
when an AC adapter is connected to the expansion base. Appears when a secondary battery is installed in a module bay. Shows when the battery is charging. Flashes if the battery has a problem. Shows whether a computer is docked in the expansion base. Formats are defined in BIOS Setup. Shows the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 86
as: • CD-ROM, DVD, or similar drive. • Zip drive. • Second hard drive. • Floppy disk drive. • Secondary battery. Never install or remove a plug-in module without first notifying Windows, or you could lose data. See "To replace a plug-in module" on page 86. To install hot-swap support (Windows 98 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 87
a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any other type of drive, you must either stop the drive using the icon in the taskbar or shut down the computer-otherwise, you could lose data. Exception: for Windows 98, you MUST shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a hard disk drive. Handle - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 88
BayManager window. If needed, you can connect the floppy disk drive to the USB port on the computer or expansion base-see "To connect the floppy disk drive" on page 30. If you need to format a hard disk drive module, see "To prepare a new hard disk drive" on page 108. 88 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 89
computer could stop responding and you could lose data. Before opening the drive, press the Stop button to make sure the drive is not running. Be sure to press the CD or DVD onto the spindle. You can damage the disk or drive if you just lay the disc on the tray. 1. Press the button - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 90
you have removed the CD-ROM or DVD module from the base, you can manually open the drive to remove a CD. • Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole on the front of the drive. To play DVD movies If your computer came with a DVD drive, it also includes DVD player software that lets you - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 91
to create audio CDs, and Windows Explorer to create data CDs using a CD-RW drive. Refer to the software's help for details about creating or copying CDs. HP recommends using HP C4403A (CD-R) or C4404A (CD-RW) media-read and write quality may vary for other media. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 91 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 92
supports standard Type II PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). The slot also supports PC Card all the way into the slot. Most cards are properly seated when the outer edge is flush with the casing of the computer, but some cards are designed to protrude from the case. 92 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 93
the computer), then press the button and remove the PC Card. Finding tested PC Cards For the current listing of PC Cards that have been tested and approved for use with your computer, visit the Accessories section of the HP Notebook web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). Corporate Evaluator's Guide 93 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 94
software you plan to use. Locating connectors on the computer 1. Universal serial bus (USB) ports. 2. Infrared port (on certain models). 3. External monitor port. 4. Modem port (on certain models). 5. LAN port (on certain models). 6. Audio jacks: audio out (headphones), external microphone. 7. PC - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 95
connectors on the expansion base 1. Universal serial bus (USB) ports. 2. S-video (TV out) port. 3. also use it to connect a parallel Zip drive. • Connect the cable from the parallel printer external keyboard or mouse • Plug a USB mouse or keyboard into a USB port on the computer or expansion base. - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 96
recognizes the USB device. Some USB devices can be connected to the computer in series-this is called a daisy-chain connection. If you have problems making this connection, contact the device manufacturer and the HP Customer Care web site (www.hp.com/go/support) for the latest version of the driver - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 97
or- Click Start, Programs, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows 98 or 2000), or Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display Settings, HP Display Settings (Windows XP). You can also add a display settings icon in the taskbar for quick access. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 97 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 98
will see only part of the desktop Windows XP). 2. On the Settings tab, adjust the Screen area. Other settings are also available. The internal display supports 85 Hz. It supports 1600 × 1200 display mode (Windows 98 or XP memory, so you may have to use lower display settings. 98 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 99
lower resolutions. See "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 189. To set using a standard S-video cable, or an HP F1459A compositevideo adapter with a standard RCA-type video cable. 1. Display (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP). Guide 99 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 100
it. 1. Enable the infrared port in the BIOS Setup utility-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 189. 2. Windows 98 only: click Start, Run, and type c:\hp\drivers\fir\quikbeam\setup.exe to install the QuickBeam software. For more information, see the Readme file in the same directory. Using the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 101
files. • Windows 98: use the built-in Direct Cable Connection software. You will first need to install the software Windows Setup, double-click Communications, and select the Direct Cable Connection checkbox. • Windows 2000 or XP: use Wireless Link. See the Windows online help for instructions - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 102
, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP). 2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. From the bottom of the computer, remove the screw holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover. 102 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 103
cover. 6. Insert the battery. Windows 98 only: if you increase your computer's memory to more than 512 MB, the computer will not be able to hibernate unless you also increase the size of the Utility partition on the hard disk-see "To recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 196 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 104
keyboard) to increase the computer's RAM. 1. If your computer is docked, undock it. 2. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP). 3. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 104 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 105
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM 4. Remove the plastic panel above the keyboard (containing the power button and keyboard status lights). Pry the right end of opening the keyboard, be careful not to pull on the cables connecting the keyboard to the computer. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 105 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 106
the module pops up. 8. Pull the module out of the connector. 9. Carefully insert the edge of the new RAM module into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully seated. Then press down on both to the left and press it into place. 14. Reinstall the battery. 106 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 107
partition on the drive before loading any software. See "To recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 196. To replace the hard disk drive holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a cover, you can remove the cover parts from the old hard drive. You'll need - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 108
prepare a new hard disk drive When you install a new hard disk drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with your computer. • If you want to restore the Windows software and operating system that were originally installed on your computer, you can do so using the Recovery CD that also - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 109
Restart the computer. 8. Double-click My Computer. 9. Right-click the new hard disk drive (it may be drive D), then click Format. Follow the instructions that appear. Windows 2000 or XP 1. Install the hard drive module. 2. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Administrative Tools - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 110
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Using Windows XP Corporate Evaluator's Guide 111 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 112
infrared support. • Install HP-specific utilities. • Install the Java Virtual Machine. • Enable SpeedStep. Requirements • HP notebook • Multi-Media Expansion Base with internal CD-ROM/DVD drive • Windows XP CD • HP notebook drivers for Windows XP. Location: Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS or - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 113
and Hewlett-Packard's hardware diagnostics software has been placed on this partition. To use this hardware diagnostics software in the future, press F10 during boot of the system. To install retail Windows XP 1. Insert the Windows XP CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Reboot, press ESC when you see the HP - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 114
. 19. Create user accounts by listing the names of the users, then click Next. 20. Remove the Windows XP CD and click Finish to finalize your configuration of XP. Retail Windows XP is now installed on the HP notebook. The HP notebook-specific drivers will be installed next. 114 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 115
the Recovery CD and click Finish to finalize installation and reboot the HP notebook. Adjust your display settings as necessary after rebooting. To install modem (3COM) support While Windows XP does contain the necessary drivers for the modem hardware that is in your HP notebook, the capabilities - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 116
XP Installing Retail Windows XP To install TrackPoint support (HP) While the TrackPoint will function with the default XP drivers you will lack the ability for special features and advanced configuration, Hewlett-Packard suggests these drivers are installed. 1. Click Start, then right-click My - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 117
and Windows XP, the HPCI driver provides access to important configuration interfaces of the system BIOS. You can launch the display settings application by going to Start, All Programs, Accessories, Accessibility, HP Display Settings or Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, Notebook, HP Display - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 118
XP Installing Retail Windows XP To install HP One-Touch utility 1. Double-click \HP\PROGRAMS\ONETOUCH\SETUP.EXE from the Recovery CD. 2. Click OK in the "Installation" window, then click No (reboot the system later and continue to install drivers). To install the Java Virtual Machine Previous - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 119
Using Windows 2000 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 119 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 120
infrared support. • Install USB floppy support. • Configure the Power Management. Requirements • HP notebook with its media slice. • Windows 2000 Professional CD-ROM. • HP notebook drivers for Windows 2000. Location: HP notebook hard drive and on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS directory, except - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 121
your hard disk before installing retail Windows 2000. Follow the instructions below to partition your hard disk and create the hibernate partition. 1. Insert the bootable Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Boot the HP notebook and press ESC When the HP Invent logo appears. Select the CD-ROM/DVD - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 122
2000 Installing Retail Windows 2000 To install retail Windows 2000 Professional 1. Insert the Windows 2000 CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Turn on the HP notebook, press ESC when you see the HP Invent logo and select the CD-ROM/DVD as the boot device. 3. At the "Welcome to Setup" screen, press Enter - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 123
EXE from the AUDIO subdirectory. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the drivers. 3. Wait for all hard disk activity to stop. 4. Remove the CD and restart the notebook. To install modem support If you have an HP notebook equipped with an internal modem you will need to identify which - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 124
modem. If the modem is not recognized, use the Add/Remove Hardware wizard in Control Panel. 2. Click OK on the "Insert Disk" screen. 3. Browse to modem driver subdirectory: MODEM\PCIMODEM. 4. Click Next to install modem drivers. If you have installed Windows 2000 Professional, and your HP notebook - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 125
LAN adapter support Some notebooks are equipped with an 802.11b wireless LAN adapter. To check if you have such a configuration, review the notebook's Reference guide for the location of the wireless on-off button. Notebooks with the integrated wireless LAN include the on-off button. The LAN drivers - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 126
..." 12. Click "Next" on the "Upgrade Device Driver Wizard" screen. 13. Under the question "What do you want the wizard to do?" Click "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver". 14. Click "Next". 15. Wait for all hard disk activity to stop. 16. Click - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 127
Menu. To install Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface (HPCI) and HP display settings This driver is located on the Recovery CD in the HPCI subdirectory. The HP Configuration Interface device implements the following features: • Undock security using the physical undock mechanism. • Auto standby - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 128
2000 Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface: 1. Run SETUP.EXE from the HPCI subdirectory on the Recovery CD. 2. Click Next. To install the Intel® SpeedStep™ Technology Applet Note Users with an HP notebook utilizing the Intel Celeron processor may skip this section. The Intel SpeedStep files are - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 129
the utility. 3. Click Yes to reboot the system at the "End of Installation" window. To install USB FDD support The USB FDD drivers are contained in the FLOPPY subdirectory. To install the USB FDD drivers: 1. Connect the USB floppy disk drive to the computer. 2. The computer will identify that a new - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 130
drivers for your new hardware. Click Finish. Your new floppy disk is now successfully installed. You should see a floppy disk with a new drive letter added when you look inside "My Computer". Windows . Select the Alarms tab. 11. In the "Critical battery alarm" box ,click the "Alarm Action" button. 12 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 131
Using Windows 98 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 131 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 132
Applet. • Install USB floppy support. • Install the Bay Manager hotswap support software. • Install software patches. Requirements • HP notebook • Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM • Blank, formatted floppy disk • HP notebook drivers for Windows 98 Second Edition 132 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 133
retail Windows 98 Second Edition. Follow the instructions below to partition your hard disk and create the hibernation partition. 1. Insert the bootable Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Boot the HP notebook, press Esc and select the CD-ROM/DVD as the boot device. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 133 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 134
Second Edition installation files to your hard drive by typing the following commands: C: MD \WINDOWS MD \WINDOWS\OPTIONS MD \WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS COPY X:\WIN98\*.* C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS 16. Remove the Windows 98 Second Edition CD-ROM and the support utility disk. 134 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 135
, Windows Help, and MS-DOS program settings. Afterwards, Windows 98 Second Edition will automatically reboot. 17. Enter a Windows Password and confirm. Retail Windows 98 Second Edition is now installed on the system. The HP notebookspecific drivers will be installed next. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 136
to C:\PROGRAM FILES\DIRECTX\SETUP and double-click DxDiag. To install audio support The audio drivers are contained in the AUDIO subdirectory on the HP Windows 98 Recovery CD. To install or upgrade the audio drivers: 1. Run ESSETUP.EXE from the AUDIO subdirectory. 2. Follow the instructions on the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 137
If you have installed retail Windows 98, and your HP notebook contains a built-in 3Com V.90 MPCI Modem 556B, you need to install the modem drivers. The modem drivers are contained in the MODEM\PCIMODEM subdirectory. If you are unsure which modem has been supplied, review WHICH_1.TXT contained in the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 138
the Device Manager. To install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet adapter support The LAN drivers are contained in the LAN directory on the HP Windows 98 Recovery CD. To install the driver: 1. Make sure that the 3Com network adapter is connected to the network. 2. Open the Device Manager: Right-click - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 139
LAN adapter support Some notebooks are equipped with an 802.11b wireless LAN adapter. To check if you have such a configuration, review the notebook's Reference guide for the location of the wireless on-off button. Notebooks with the integrated wireless LAN include the on-off button. The LAN drivers - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 140
System Device window and reboot your system. To enable the infrared port Before you use your infrared port to transfer files or to print to an infrared printer, you must enable the infrared port in the BIOS. Follow these steps to use either the standard infrared driver or the enhanced driver. Follow - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 141
98 Installing Retail Windows 98 Second Edition Follow these steps to reinstall the IR drivers: 1. Right-click on My Computer and select Properties. 2. HP notebook with Intel Pentium3 SpeedStep CPUs, by lowering the processor speed when the notebook is running on battery. Users with an HP notebook - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 142
98 Second Edition To install USB FDD support The USB FDD drivers are in the FLOPPY subdirectory on the HP Windows 98 Recovery CD. To install the USB FDD drivers: 1. Connect the USB floppy disk drive to the computer. 2. The computer will identify that a new USB device has been added to the system - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 143
issue where a blue screen happens when docking and undocking the notebook. The patch can be found in \HP\DRIVERS\QFE\DOCKING\269388. QFE 247177us8 also required. 1. Double-click on 269388USA8.EXE in QFE\DOCKING\269388. 2. Click Yes to install the Windows 98 SE Q269388 Update. 3. Click Yes to accept - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 144
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Using Windows NT 4.0 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 145 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 146
6a. You can get Service Pack 6a from Microsoft's web site. When installing a retail version of Windows NT 4.0, you need to manually install the HP notebook-specific drivers. The HP notebook-specific driver package for NT 4.0 can be downloaded from http://www.hp.com/omnibook. Be informed that the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 147
Key patch. • Create NT4 profiles for docked and undocked configurations. Requirements • HP notebook with media slice, floppy and CD-ROM/DVD drive • Retail Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM • Windows NT 4.0 original boot floppy disks or 3 blank formatted floppies • Windows NT Service Pack 6a • A blank floppy to - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 148
below to repartition your hard disk, create the hibernation partition and load the HW diagnostic software on this partition. To use this HW diagnostics software in the future, press F10 during boot of the system. 1. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Boot the HP notebook, press ESC when - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 149
Now, to install Windows NT 4.0 perform the following instructions: 1. Turn on the HP notebook. Insert the Windows NT 4.0 startup (boot) disk #1 in the disk drive and the Windows NT 4.0 Workstation CD in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Reboot the HP notebook, press ESC when you see the HP Invent logo and select - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 150
Enter to continue loading the CMD CSA-64xx IDE driver. 23. Setup will copy files to the hard drive. 24. Remove the CMD CSA-64xx IDE driver diskette, remove any disk from the CD-ROM drive, and press Enter to reboot. 25. Insert the CD labeled "Windows NT Workstation" and click OK. 26. Click Next to - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 151
Windows NT Workstation CD to the root of the notebook hard drive. (This will create an \I386 directory on the root.) • Create a folder on the hard drive and give it the name "HP", copy the entire contents from the NT4 drivers directory to a C:\HP directory you will create. To install Service Pack - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 152
the driver only supports ATA/ATAPI devices. 8. Click the folder tab labeled "Drivers". The currently installed SCSI adapter drivers will be listed in the Drivers menu. 9. Select "Add..." to add a new driver. 10. From the "Install Disk" dialog box, select "Have Disk". 152 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 153
Panel. After installation, the INTELATA.SYS file is stored in the Windows NT\System32\Drivers directory. To install pointing stick support If you have installed retail Windows NT you need to install the pointing stick drivers. The pointing stick drivers are contained in the TRACKPNT subdirectory. To - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 154
556B support (MODEM ONLY) If you have installed a retail Windows NT 4.0, and your HP notebook contains a built-in 3Com V.90 MPCI Modem 556B, you need to install the modem drivers. The modem drivers are contained in the PCIMODEM subdirectory. If you are unsure which modem has been supplied, review - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 155
if you did not install them during the initial Windows NT 4.0 installation. To install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet adapter support Note If your HP notebook contains a built-in 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet adapter, you need to install the LAN driver. If you use Suspend or Hibernate states while - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 156
no networking installed Make sure you have copied the \I386 directory from the Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM to your local hard-drive. If not, do it by NOW! Follow these steps to install the 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter driver when networking has not been installed: 1. In the Control Panel, double - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 157
/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter driver when networking has been installed: 1. In the Control Panel, double-click Network. 2. Open the Adapter tab and click Add. 3. Click Have Disk. Put the Installation Disk in the floppy drive and click OK. 4. When the Select Network Adapter window opens, select 3Com - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 158
. Be sure to reinstall Service Pack 3 or later after reinstalling the network adapter. To install mobile enhancements The HP Notebook Mobile Enhancements add the following capabilities to Windows NT 4.0: • Advanced Power Management (APM). • Plug and Play for PC Cards. The following applications - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 159
and Service Pack 3, 4 or 5 installed. • Windows NT 4.0 HP Notebook Mobile Enhancements. Location: http://www.hp.com/omnibook. • APM and PCCARD subdirectories. To install APM Phoenix APM adds the following capabilities to the HP notebook: • Improved battery life under Windows NT 4.0. • PC Card power - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 160
from a local hard drive. The TCAPTDI.INF file must remain in the LAN subdirectory in order for uninstall to work. To disable automatic CD-ROM detection Windows NT 4.0 will automatically detect and respond when you insert a CD-ROM. However, this prevents the notebook from automatically turning - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 161
Windows NT 4.0, you'll need to install the Intel SpeedStep technology Applet if you have a dual-speed Pentium III processor. The Intel SpeedStep files Patch allows you to type the Euro currency symbol in Windows NT. The Euro Key Patch files are located in the EURO subdirectory. To install the Euro - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 162
create NT 4.0 profiles for docked and undocked configurations Your HP notebook in now fully installed. You can now undock the notebook from the media slice. When you start Windows NT out of the notebook docking system you may receive errors concerning the CMD IDE driver. These errors will cease to - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 163
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Corporate Evaluator's Guide 163 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 164
and Support, Fixing a Problem (Windows XP), and use the Windows troubleshooters. • See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the computer. • For updated information, see the HP Notes in the online HP Library or on the Recovery CD in \hp\Library. • Find technical tips and software updates for - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 165
and built-in speakers at the same time. CD and DVD problems If you can't boot from a CD or DVD in the CD/DVD drive • Make sure the CD or DVD is bootable, such as the Recovery CD. • Make sure the CD-ROM/DVD drive is selected as the boot device-see "To change the boot device" on page 34. • Restart the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 166
CD on a CD-RW drive module, try using a different media brand, such as the recommended HP C4403A (CD-R) or C4404A (CD-RW) media. Read and write quality may vary for other media one display. • For Windows 98, if you're using the Extended Desktop (dual displays), move the player window to display 1. If - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 167
settings. If the computer can't find Wordpad.exe after inserting a CD • The system is trying to open a .doc file in WordPad, but cannot find the Wordpad.exe program file. Type C:\Program Files\Accessories in the error message box. Display problems If the computer is on, but the screen is blank - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 168
fewer inherent cosmetic imperfections, and we will adjust our HP guidelines as these improvements are implemented. Expansion base problems If you can't dock the computer or it gets stuck • Plug in the AC adapter. • Use the emergency undock latch-see "To undock the computer" on page 82. 168 Corporate - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 169
a long time after docking • For Windows 98, if you have a LAN port on your computer but never use it, disable the LAN port in Device Manager. Hard disk drive problems If the computer's hard drive doesn't spin • Make sure the computer has power. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 170
the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software-see "To recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 196. Heat problems Keep in mind that your computer normally gets warm during routine operation. Charging the battery and running games and other programs that drive CPU - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 171
mode is selected. 4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup. • Make sure only one application is using the infrared port. • For Windows 98, see c:\hp\Drivers\Fir\Readme.txt for additional information. Keyboard and pointing device problems If the pointer is difficult to control • Adjust the pointer - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 172
ALT while typing 0128 on the numeric keypad. • Support for the euro symbol requires software available from Microsoft. This software is installed in the factory software, but may not be included with retail Windows. LAN problems If the built-in network adapter doesn't connect to the LAN • Check all - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 173
, if available-run C:\hp\Drivers\Lan\Windiag\Setup.exe to install the software. If you can't browse the Network Neighborhood or My Network Places • Check with your network administrator to make sure NetBEUI protocol is supported on the network. • Click Start, Find, Find Computer (Windows 98 or 2000 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 174
having memory problems while running MS-DOS programs, use the MS-DOS or Application and Software troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support). • Not all third-party memory cards have been tested for use with the computer. Please check the HP Notebook web site (www.hp.com - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 175
fax machine or modem. • The modem at the other end may have a problem. Try dialing to a different modem. • Try disabling error correction and data compression. If the modem isn't detected • Check the modem setup. In Control Panel, open Modems (Windows 98) or Phone and Modem Options (Windows 2000 or - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 176
) or Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System (Windows XP). If the modem is disabled, try to enable it. If it has a conflict, try disabling another device. • If you're running fax software using fax Class 2, try using Class 1. If the modem dials but you can't hear it • Make sure the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 177
computer supports the problem PC Card: check the HP Notebook web site (www.hp.com/notebooks) for a list of approved and tested PC Cards. • Try the card in another computer to see whether the card functions properly. • Certain Xircom CE2 (IIps) LAN cards conflict with the game port device in Windows - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 178
indicated by the hard drive light on the front of the computer) while the computer appears to be paused or running slowly, Windows is likely spending excess time writing to its swap file on the computer's hard disk. If this occurs frequently, consider installing additional memory. • Check the amount - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 179
shut down and may beep loudly. Power and battery problems If the computer turns off immediately after it turns on • Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the AC adapter, insert a charged battery (if undocked), or plug in a secondary battery (if docked). If the computer keeps beeping • The - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 180
may need to replace the battery. • Heavy modem use can affect battery operating time. • PC Card use can affect battery operating time. • The battery gauge may need to be calibrated. Restart the computer, press F6 when the HP logo appears, and follow the instructions that appear onscreen. The process - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 181
for both AC power and battery power are not set to Never. • For Windows 98, check the Hibernate timeout in BIOS Setup-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 189. If your computer has more than 512 MB of RAM, you must expand the Utility partition on the hard disk-see "To recover the factory - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 182
solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support). If a serial or parallel printer doesn't print • Make sure the printer is on and has paper in it. • Make sure you are using the correct printer cable or cable adapter, and that - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 183
doesn't work properly • See "Modem problems" on page 174. • Make sure the port connection is secure. • Use the Modem troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support). • In Control Panel, open Modems (Windows 98) or Phone and Modem Options (Windows 2000 and XP), and check the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 184
the blue sleep button. • Don't touch the pointing stick while booting or resuming. • If the computer still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC Card, and undock the computer if docked. Then plug the AC adapter in, reset the computer using the system-off switch, and turn - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 185
expansion base, dock the computer, and try starting the computer. • If available, try another battery. If the computer won't boot from the floppy disk drive • Make sure the drive is installed correctly-see "To connect the floppy disk drive" on page 30. • Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 186
Troubleshooting Your Computer • For Windows 98 Windows 98), Network and Dial-up Connections (Windows 2000), or Network Connections (Windows XP). • To use an AdHoc" connection with Windows for high-speed communication. • Stop using any USB device that may be transferring large amounts of data - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 187
Diagtools. 5. When the Configuration Description appears, check the list of detected hardware. Hint If a device is not detected or fails its test, it might be configured incorrectly in the BIOS Setup utility. You can confirm this by running BIOS Setup and checking the settings. See "To run the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 188
support agent. e-Diagtools for Windows can also update the version of e-Diagtools on your computer's hard disk. In e-Diagtools for Windows, use the e-Diagtools menu. If you have trouble running e-Diagtools diagnostics from the hard disk, you can also run it from the Recovery CD. Boot from the CD - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 189
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Configuring the Computer Your computer includes two tools that help you configure its operation: the BIOS Setup utility and HP TopTools. To run the BIOS Setup utility The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility enables you to make - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 190
's status panel. Sets the floppy drive type. Internal Hard Disk Displays the hard disk size. External Primary External Secondary Quiet Boot Video Display Device Video Expansion Television Type System Memory Extended Memory CPU Serial Number Shows the hard disk drive type and capacity if one is - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 191
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Setting Description Unique Dock Available only when docked. Default Enabled Detected automatically System Devices the floppy drive. Legacy USB Support Enables BIOS support for USB mouse, keyboard, and floppy disk drive. Serial Guide 191 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 192
is required when undocking the computer. Requires the administrator password for changes. (Windows 98.) Internal hard disk drive lock* Encodes the current user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set) on the hard disk drive. Removable Device Boot Sets whether the - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 193
inactivity after which the internal hard disk (and any hard disk drive in the plug-in module bay) stops spinning. Sets whether power management time-outs occur while the AC adapter is connected. On 4 minutes 4 hours 2 minutes Disabled Lid Switch Mode Resume On Serial Ring Sets the action that - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 194
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Setting +Hard Disk +Removable Device CD-ROM/DVD Drive Internal NIC Boot Menu Description Shows the order of boot password, date, or time changes. Get Default Values Restores default settings, and remains in Setup. Does not affect password, - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 195
systems. It offers configuration and security options that allow you to check which hardware and software components are installed on your computer and how well they are working. HP TopTools is not supported on Pavilion models. The TopTools package is included with your computer, but you'll need - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 196
factory software for your computer. The Recovery CD also provides Windows drivers specific to your computer to configure a custom system. You can find drivers in these locations: • On your computer's hard drive under C:\hp\Drivers. • On the Recovery CD under \hp\Drivers. • On the HP Customer - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 197
Recovery CD in a PC Card CD-ROM drive or parallel port CD-ROM drive, you'll need a Support Utility disk to recover the factory software. 1. Insert a formatted floppy disk in the floppy drive. 2. Run makesupp.bat from the \hp\Bootdisk directory on the Recovery CD. 3. Copy the MS-DOS device drivers - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 198
CAUTION Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 4. In the CONFIG.SYS file on the Support Utility disk, enable or disable the appropriate drivers for your CD-ROM drive: • For a PC Card drive: REM the line containing the HP driver (OAKCDROM), and insert the command to run - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 199
addition, HP normally provides drivers for other versions of Microsoft Windows, in case you decide to install a different version of Windows. • Download the latest drivers for your computer from www.hp.com/go/support. Follow the instructions included with the drivers. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 199 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 200
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e-mail and telephone support information, technical information, and software updates. www.hp.com/go/support • HP Notebook Computer web site. Get the latest information about technical support, plus information about warranty and support programs. www.hp.com/notebooks 202 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 203
the country of use, you must call a Customer Care Center that supports your notebook model. Currently, service and support assistance is provided only in the following countries: Pavilion models United States only: (208) 323-2551. Omnibook 500 See the following table. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 203 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 204
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance service, make sure you have as much of the following available when you call. • Your computer's model and serial number. • Your computer's operating system. • Any messages displayed when the problem occurred. • Were there any changes to the computer, software - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 205
to sending your computer in for service: • PC Cards. • AC adapter and power cord. • Any removable media, such as CDs, DVDs, or floppy disks. • Any hardware not involved in the problem and not requested for repair. 3. When sending your computer to Hewlett-Packard, please use the original product - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 206
HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 1. HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware, accessories and supplies will be free from defects in materials and workmanship after the date of purchase, for the period - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 207
HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 6. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 207 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 208
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Reference Information Corporate Evaluator's Guide 209 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 210
PC Card slot. 3D and OpenGL graphics support. Celeron models: ATI Mobility M graphics accelerator with 4-MB display RAM, 2x AGP graphics capability. Pentium III models: ATI Mobility M1 graphics accelerator with 8-MB display RAM, 2x AGP graphics capability. Power Rechargeable lithium-ion battery - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 211
Information Hardware Specifications Mass Storage RAM Audio System Keyboard and Pointing Devices LAN (3Com) Modem (3Com, US Robotics) Computer: 7.5- to 30-GB removable hard disk drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. Expansion base: Two bays for plug-in drive modules. Optional drive modules available - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 212
II 16-/32-bit PC Card slot (3.3- and 5-V support). CardBus enabled, Zoomed Video support. Expansion base: Two plug-in module bays for accessory modules. User and administrator passwords. System, hard drive, and docking passwords. PC identification displayed at boot. DMI-accessible electronic serial - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 213
Major ICs Reference Information Hardware Specifications Computer: CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium III or Celeron processor. South Bridge: PIIX4M. Display controller: ATI : Embedded controller: National NS87570. PCI IDE controller: CMD PCI-648. Audio controller: OZ163. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 213 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 214
Modems (Windows 98) or Phone and Modem Options (Windows 2000 and XP) in Control Panel, from most communications software, or by using terminal mode in your software. See "To change your modem ), 125 ms default Answer manually Repeat last command (not RAM test results 214 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 215
Robotics) Display the firmware version Display the current modem settings Display user profiles Display the product configuration Display blacklist screen Display NO CARRIER, (also, for busy, if enabled, and dial tone not detected), NO ANSWER and ERROR Report basic call progress result codes and the connect - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 216
for transmitted data - Enable both software and hardware flow control Flow control for received data - Disable flow control Flow control for received data - send XON/XOFF signals to modems on both ends Flow control for received data - send XON/XOFF signals to your modem only HP Eng/Ack in Host mode - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 217
US Robotics) Number of rings before the modem auto-answers a call (0 means autoanswer is disabled and manual answer is in effect) Counts and logs the 3 64=Unusual MNP incompatibility 128=Disable V.42 136=Disable V.42 detection phase Bitmapped test register. 2=Dial test Test timer for AT command - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 218
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Register S27 S28 S29 S32 S33 S34 S38 Function (3Com, US Robotics) Bitmapped register. 1=V.21 mode 2=Disable TCM 4=Disable V.32 8=Disable 2100Hz 16=Enable V.23 fallback 32=Disable V.32bis 128=Software compatibility mode V.32 Handshake Time (1/10 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 219
adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local Hewlett-Packard dealer or Sales office. A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) HP Part Number 8120-6313 8120-6314 8120-8699 8120-6312 8120 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 220
HP Omnibook Series computers: - HP F2098 (main battery) - HP F2014 (secondary battery) - Sanyo 4UF103450P-QC-3 • To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow any metal object to touch the battery contacts. • Do not disassemble the battery. There are no serviceable parts - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 221
CD-ROM and DVD drives used with the computer are certified as a Class 1 laser devices according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services the instructions carefully. • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center- see "To contact HP for support or service" Guide 221 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 222
in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific community. HP therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by consumers. The level of to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio. 222 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 223
expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules in accordance with the instructions, it may cause removing the unit's batteries and AC adapter), try the computer's AC adapter to another power Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 224
that the product(s) Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company Product name: HP Omnibook 500, Pavilion ZU1xxx (where x is any digit 0-9), and F2096 expansion base Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation operation on every PSTN network termination point. 224 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 225
). Network compatibility is dependent on internal software settings. Contact your equipment supplier if it is necessary to use the equipment on a different telephone network. For further product support, contact Hewlett-Packard-see "To contact HP for support or service" on page 203. Belgium: For - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 226
Telefonbuchse funktionieren. Sollten Probleme auftreten, wenden Software-Einstellungen abhängig. Wenden Sie sich an den Gerätehersteller, wenn Sie die Geräte in einem anderen Telefonnetz einsetzen müssen. Weitere Informationen zur Unterstützung für das Produkt erhalten Sie bei Hewlett-Packard Guide - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 227
Telecommunications Approval JATE approval number: A99-0700JP, A99-0976JP. Name of Equipment: 3CN3AX556, 3CN3BM1556B. Russia International Products sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed on the following pages. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 227 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 228
to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer's Name: Manufacturer's Address: Hewlett-Packard Company, Mobile Computing Division 19310 Pruneridge Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014, U.S.A. declares that the following product Product Name: Model Numbers: Product Options: HP notebook PC Omnibook 500 and - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 229
operation. Corvallis, OR, April 12, 2001 The HP F1454A and F1781A ac/dc adapter used with this product is designed to operate on all power systems, other than IT power systems. European Contact for regulatory topics only: Hewlett Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 130, 71034 Boeblingen - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 230
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-ROM drive creating or copying CDs, 91 inserting CDs, 89 installing, 86 parallel port, 197 PC Card, 197 playing CDs, 83 removing CDs, 89 CDs creating or copying, 91 recommended media, 91 charging batteries, 59 cleaning the computer, 51 click buttons, 16 computer caring for, 49 changing BIOS settings - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 232
50 troubleshooting, 167 turning off, 57 TV set, 99 display adjusting colors, 39 docking Hibernate mode, 81 power sources, 80 problems, 81 Standby mode, 81 turning computer on, 81 docking port, 17, 18, 21 drive lock, 46 drivers downloading, 199 drives creating Utility partition, 197 hard disk module - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 233
floppy connection, See Reference Guide troubleshooting, 182 partition (Utility), 73, 107, 181, 196, 197 password, 43 PC Cards CD-ROM drive, 197 inserting, 92 removing, 93 saving power, 60 slot for, 16 stopping, 93 tested, 93 troubleshooting, 177 PC identification, 45 PC-100 RAM, 174 PCMCIA cards, 92 - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 234
, 50 TopTools, 195 troubleshooting audio, 164 battery, 179 display, 167 DVD drive, 165 expansion base, 168 hard disk drive, 169 HP Instant Support, 164 information sources, 164 infrared communication, 170 keyboard, 171 LAN, 172 memory, 174 modem, 174 parallel port, 182 PC Card, 177 pointing stick - HP OmniBook 500 | HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4 - Page 235
, 45 VirusScan, 45 volume adjusting, 40 control, 16 troubleshooting, 164 W warranty, 205 web sites HP Customer Care, 15 HP Notebooks, 15 Windows documentation, 15 key, 38 password, 43 reinstalling, 196 setting up, 27 updating drivers, 199 wireless communication indicator light, 16, 78 on-off
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