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Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard programs without prior written permission of Hewlett-Packard Co. is also prohibited. - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 3
HP notebook PC contains factory you must now either remove the software from your hard disk drive and destroy the Recovery as part of the HP computer product. It shall supersede any non-HP software and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 4
software to a third party only as part of the transfer of all rights and Updates And Upgrades. Customer agrees that the software does not include updates and upgrades which may be available from Hewlett-Packard under a separate support This manual is printed on recycled paper. 4 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 5
Parts of the Computer 15 Front View...15 Bottom View ...16 Back View ...17 Status Lights ...18 Setting Up Your Computer 20 Step 1 - Install the battery 20 Step 2 - Connect ac power 34 Taking Care of Your Computer 36 To protect your hard disk drive 36 To take care of your computer 36 To - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 6
41 To lock the hard disk drive 42 Traveling with Your Computer 43 Managing Power Consumption 44 How the computer manages power automatically 44 To manage power manually 47 To suspend the computer when closing the display 48 Using Battery Power 49 To check battery status 49 To respond - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 7
a new hard disk drive 92 Using Windows 2000...93 Installing Windows 2000 94 To prepare for software installation 94 To install Windows 2000 95 To install video support 96 To install audio support 96 To install pointing device support 97 To install the Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 8
124 To install the Windows 95 Y2K update 124 To install the 2nd HDD accessory module support 125 To disable automatic CD-ROM detection 125 Using the Docking Solutions 126 To use the docking system 126 To install the HP Notebook docking system support 127 To configure a docked hardware profile - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 9
CD 172 To update the computer BIOS 172 Support and Service...175 Getting Assistance for Your Computer 176 To get help from the web 176 To contact the HP Customer Care Center 176 To receive repair service 178 To prepare your computer for shipment 178 Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 10
Japan ...201 International...202 Index...203 10 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 11
Introducing the Notebook Computer Corporate Evaluator's Guide 11 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 12
do if you run into trouble. What's in the Box? • HP OmniBook 6000 PC. • Main battery (installed). • CD-ROM or DVD drive module (installed). • Floppy disk drive module. • External floppy disk drive cable. • ac adapter and power cord. • Quick Start sheet. • Startup Guide. • Recovery CD, for restoring - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 13
: • ac adapter. • Floppy disk drive module. • External floppy disk drive cable. • Plug-in modules, such as CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, CD read/write drive, Zip drive, second hard disk drive. • Replacement hard disk drive module. • Main battery. • Secondary battery. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 13 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 14
. It also contains setup instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information. The full Reference Guide is shipped on the computer's hard drive, and provides a complete source for operating and maintaining the computer. Look in the HP Library group, or on - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 15
7. Click buttons. 8. Main status lights (left to right): power state, hard disk activity, charging status for main battery, and charging status for secondary battery. 9. Module eject latch. 10. System-off switch. 11. Audio-off button and audio-off light. 12. Infrared port (below the volume control - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 16
slots (upper and lower). 22. Hard disk drive. 23. Main battery latch. 24. Main battery. 25. Plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery, or other plug-in module. 26. Mini-PCI cover (no user parts inside). 27. RAM cover. 16 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 17
Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer 28. Universal serial bus port (USB). 29. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally. 30. Docking port. 31. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). 32 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 18
Introducing the Notebook Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Status Lights The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as caps lock and num lock. The following diagram shows the status lights on the front of - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 19
Introducing the Notebook Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active. 2. Num Lock. Num active. 4. Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 19 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 20
installed. If the battery has been removed, you should install it: 1. Turn the computer upside down. 2. Insert the front (rounded) end of the battery into the battery compartment on the bottom of the computer, and lower the back end in until it clicks into place. 20 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 21
Introducing the Notebook Computer Setting Up Your Computer To remove the battery • Slide the battery's release latch, then lift the battery out of its compartment. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 21 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 22
Up Your Computer CAUTION Step 2 - Connect ac power Use only the HP ac adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter). Using any other ac adapter could damage the computer and may void your warranty (see the warranty statement in this manual). • Plug in the ac adapter, and connect - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 23
3 - Turn on the computer • Press the blue sleep button above the keyboard. The computer then boots up, and Windows starts automatically. Hint If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the ac adapter and press the blue sleep button - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 24
on its hard disk drive. The first instructions as they appear on the screen. If the program prompts you to enter the Product ID code, you will find this code on the bottom of the computer. Hewlett-Packard makes no representation or warranty about the Year 2000 readiness of non-HP Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 25
Using Your Computer Corporate Evaluator's Guide 25 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 26
the display and hard disk. Restarts quickly. Maintains network connections. Allow timeout. Press any key or move a pointing device to restore the display ("Instant-On"). Standby mode Saves significant power. Turns off the display and other components. Maintains current session in RAM. Restarts - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 27
drive in the module bay, press ESC during reboot when the HP logo and prompt appear. Then select the CD-ROM/DVD drive as the temporary boot device. To reset press CTRL+ALT+DEL, then click Shut Down. 2. Slide and hold the power button for 4 seconds, until the display shuts down, then press the blue - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 28
. • To drag an item, move the pointer over the item. Then press and hold the left button while you move the pointer to the new location, and release the button. 28 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 29
the device you want to disable from the pull-down menu. 3. Select Disable This Device near the bottom of the window. 4. Click OK. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 29 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 30
and simultaneous display on both. Audio mute Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If Num Lock is on, Toggles Scroll Lock on and off. Increases sound volume. Decreases sound volume. External keyboards support only Fn+F5, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12. To use these, press - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 31
the Windows Run dialog box To use the embedded keypad Your computer's built-in keyboard includes an embedded keypad you can use to type numbers and arithmetic operators. The operator printed in light gold on the keyboard. • Num Lock off: The keys act as cursor control keys. Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 32
of the spacebar. This is a shift key that provides access to certain special keyboard characters. • For a character in the lower-right corner of a key, press +F2 to increase the display's brightness. Hint To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest level you can Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 33
keyboard audio-off light turns on when the speakers are disconnected. In Windows 1. Click the Volume icon in the taskbar. 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. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 34
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 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 35
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC • Try to type as lightly as possible. The notebook keyboard requires little force to activate. • Take frequent, short rest breaks-this is especially important in equipment frequently between your left and right hands and shoulders. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 35 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 36
To 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 182. Do not - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 37
Standby mode when not in use. To get the most from your batteries • Do not leave batteries unused for long periods. If you have more than one, rotate them. • If you normally use ac power, make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 37 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 38
not in use. • To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly. • For long-term storage, the battery must be charged 20-50% to minimize capacity loss by wipe the display. • You can clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner to remove accumulated dust. 38 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 39
F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup. Windows 98 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Passwords. 2. Click the Change Passwords tab, then click Change Windows Password and set a password. 3. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power Management. 4. On the Advanced - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 40
connector on the right side of the computer and release the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the computer. 40 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 41
can get detailed instructions from VirusScan's online Help. To set PC identification You must have administrator password authority to set a PC identification number. 1. If you have not already installed HP TopTools, do when typing. The string wraps automatically. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 41 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 42
Start, Shut Down, 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. 42 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 43
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mode. Turns off the display and hard disk to conserve battery power and extend the life of the display. No keyboard, pointing device, or other input 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, - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 45
. For Windows 98, change the Hibernate timeout in BIOS Setup-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 80. For Windows 2000, 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 45 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 46
Power Consumption Managing CPU power lower, power-saving speed when the computer is running on the battery. • speed. If you reboot the computer on battery power, the processor starts at its low speed SpeedStep Mode setting in the BIOS Setup Power menu-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 80 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 47
power manually In addition to allowing the computer to enter its power-saving modes automatically, you can also put it into any of the following three modes whenever you need to. Does this... Use when... To enter this mode... Maintains your current session in RAM providing maximum power savings. - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 48
Power Consumption 2000 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power Options. 2. Click the Advanced tab, then select an option for Shut Down, Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Power menu, choose Lid Switch Mode. 4. Choose - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 49
Windows Control Panel • Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Power. This provides access to all of Windows' power-information options. On the battery 1. Remove the battery from the computer-see "Step 1 - Install the battery" on page 20. 2. Press the contact pad on the back of the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 50
plug-in modules. To maximize battery operating time Follow these suggestions to make your battery's power last as long as possible. • Plug in the ac adapter, especially while using a drive in the module bay or any the computer for several hours: press Fn+F12. 50 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 51
speed processor, use the lower speed on battery power (the default settings conserve battery power). See "How the computer manages power automatically" on page 44. • If you have an I/O PC Card-that is, a PC Card having an external connection, such as a network card-remove it when you're not using it - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 52
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, such as: • CD-ROM or DVD drive. • Zip drive. • CD read/write drive. • Second hard drive. • Floppy disk drive. You can also attach the floppy disk drive to your computer's parallel port using the external floppy drive cable. • Secondary battery. Never remove a plug-in module without first notifying - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 55
to remove the module, click OK. (You don't have to do this if the bay is empty or contains a battery.) -or- For any system: Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down. For Windows 95 or 98, you must do this if you are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 55 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 56
the module and pull it out. 5. Slide the new plug-in module into the computer until it clicks into place. If you have a CD-ROM drive or other module in the module bay, you can connect the floppy disk - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 57
could lose data. 1. Press the button on the face of the CD-ROM or DVD drive. If you are using this drive for the first time, be sure to remove the cardboard packing insert. 2. Place the CD into the drive (label facing up) and gently press down to seat it on the spindle. -or - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 58
power, or if you have removed the CD-ROM or DVD module from the computer, 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. Windows 95: Your computer has been configured at the factory - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 59
98, for sending and receiving faxes • HP e-center, which links to a Web site support this technology. Please check with your service provider for information on its capabilities. Furthermore, download transmission rates depend on the condition of the telephone line. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 60
dialing connections only. To connect to the Internet Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Check in your area for providers. After registering with an ISP, follow these steps. 1. Double-click the Internet Explorer icon on the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 61
to explore the Internet! To go to a specific Web site, enter the address (for example, http://www.hp.com) in the browser's Address field. To search LAN (local area network) that supports dial-in connections. This gives you access to network resources from a remote location. • See Windows Help for - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 62
operation using modem AT commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set up specific conditions. Those command strings normally start with "AT". For a list of AT commands for the built-in type AT+MS=11 in the space for extra settings. 62 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 63
AOL, 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 Outlook (Or double-click to view the message in its own window.) Corporate Evaluator's Guide 63 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 64
the instructions to set up Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Fax. 2. Click Compose, New Fax. Follow the instructions to software is included with Windows 98 on the hard disk. To start QuickLink • Click Start, for your personal use. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you're unsure which setting to - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 65
these steps. 1. When a fax call is coming in, click Start on the menu bar. 2. Click Manual Fax Receive. To view and print a fax 1. In QuickLink, click the Fax Viewer tool on the toolbar. 2. Click Yes to view the fax now. 3. Click the printer icon to print the fax. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 65 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 66
faxes, stop here. 3. On the Advanced Options tab, open the Fax Service Management window. 4. In the list under Fax, click Devices, then Programs, Accessories, Communications, Fax, Send Cover Page Fax. Follow the instructions to create and send the fax. If instead you want to send Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 67
To connect to a LAN 1. Check that the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) connections. 2. Plug the LAN cable (not supplied) into the built-in LAN port. The cable must light indicates that a link is established to the network. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 67 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 68
and CardBus), and can hold two Type I or II cards or one Type III card. The lower slot supports Zoomed Video, which allows a zoomed video card to show highquality multimedia presentations. To insert or remove a PC Card Inserting a PC Card 1. Hold the PC Card with its face up and its connector holes - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 69
, then click Stop. This protects your data and helps avoid unexpected problems. If needed, you can restart the card by removing and then reinserting it. 2. Press the eject button to pop the the Accessories section of the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). Corporate Evaluator's Guide 69 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 70
Devices To identify connectors for external devices The diagram below shows your computer's connectors for external devices. 1. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). 2. Universal serial bus (USB) port. 3. Serial port (COM1). 4. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 71
Connect the monitor to a power source and turn it on F5 on an external keyboard) to cycle through will see only part of the desktop on supports 1600 × 1200 resolution with 64K colors for Celeron models and 16M colors (24-bit) for Pentium models at 60 Hz max. refresh rate. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 72
memory memory, so you may have to use lower display settings. Changing display actions You can use the BIOS To run the BIOS Setup utility" on in BIOS Setup drive. • Connect the cable from the parallel printer or other parallel device to the computer's parallel port. To connect an external keyboard - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 73
, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12 are supported on an external keyboard. To connect a USB device Your computer 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 for the device. Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 74
serial port's address in the BIOS Setup utility. • Connect the device's serial cable to the computer's serial port. To connect an audio device Your computer includes a the speaker-out jack may damage the OmniBook. • Attach the audio cable to the corresponding audio port on the computer. Note When - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 75
it. • Windows 95: Enable the infrared port in the BIOS Setup utility, then install the infrared driver. For more information, see the Readme file located in C:\hp\Drivers. • Windows 98 and Windows 2000: Enable the infrared port 98, you can using the built-in Direct Corporate Evaluator's Guide 75 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 76
User's Guide that shipped with your dock. Installing a docking tray Your dock requires a tray that accommodates your specific computer model. Install this tray prior to connecting the computer to the dock. If you don't have a tray labeled for the OmniBook 6000, you'll need to purchase HP accessory - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 77
computer can be on, suspended, or off when docking. 1. Connect power to the dock-the type of connection depends on the dock. See the manual that came with the dock. 2. Place the computer on the dock platform computer into the dock until the computer slides into place. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 77 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 78
Making Connections Connecting External Devices Undocking the computer 1. Press the undock button on the front of the dock and wait for the undock light to blink. Then position your thumb as shown and pull the release lever forward. 2. Remove the computer from the dock. 78 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 79
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affect how the computer operates. To run the BIOS Setup utility 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. The pointing devices are not active in BIOS Setup, so you will need to use the keyboard to navigate: • Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 81
dd/yy format). Sets the floppy drive type. Internal Hard Disk Sets the hard disk drive type and various parameters. Quiet Boot Video Display Device Video Expansion Primary Video Adapter System Memory Extended Memory CPU Serial Number When enabled, hides summary of power-on self-test and messages - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 82
CTRL+left ALT on an external keyboard is interpreted as the Fn key. IDE Controller FDD Controller Serial port Base I/O address IrDA port Mode Base I/O address DMA channel Parallel Port Mode Base I/O address Interrupt DMA channel Enables the primary (hard drive) and secondary (module bay device - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 83
Administrator Password Press ENTER to set, change, or clear the administrator password, which protects BIOS Setup settings. The password hard disk drive lock* Encodes the current user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set) on the hard disk drive. Disabled Removable - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 84
-outs, selects a combination of time-outs, or allows customized time-outs. Max. Power Savings Smart CPU Mode Enables automatic CPU power savings when running on On battery power. Absence of keyboard, mouse, and hard disk activity could cause slower CPU response. Display-off Time-out Sets the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 85
BIOS Setup Utility Setting +Removable Device +Hard Disk CD-ROM/DVD Drive 1. Removable Device 2. Hard Disk 3. CD-ROM/DVD drive 4. password, date, or time changes. Get Default Values Restores default settings, and remains in Setup. Does not affect password . Does not affect password, date, or time - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 86
before you can use it. If TopTools is not already on your computer, download it from the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support). 1. Click Start, Programs, HP TopTools for Notebooks, Setup. 2. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. TopTools can be run locally on an individual - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 87
computer. 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down. 2. Important: Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. Remove the secondary battery if one is installed. 3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, remove the screw holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 87 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 88
computer. 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down. 2. Important: Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. Remove the secondary battery if one is installed. 3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, remove the screw holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover. 88 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 89
Configuring and Expanding Your Computer Installing a RAM Expansion Module 4. Release the two latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of the board pops up. 5. Pull the board out of the connector. 6. Replace the cover. 7. Insert the battery. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 89 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 90
Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the ac adapter if you're using one, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up and remove both hard drive screws. 3. Raise the cover on the end of the drive so that its retainer tab is free of the computer casing, then gently pull the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 91
Your Computer Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 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 a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Remove all six screws from - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 92
Configuring and Expanding Your Computer Replacing a Hard Disk Drive To prepare a new hard disk drive When you install a new hard disk drive, you also need to prepare it to be able came with your computer. See "To recover the factory installation of your hard disk" on page 171. 92 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 93
Using Windows 2000 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 93 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 94
CD-ROM/DVD drive. • Windows 2000 CD. • Blank, formatted floppy disk. • HP Notebook drivers for Windows 2000. Location: On the Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W2K, or they can be downloaded from www.hp.com/go/support. It is recommended you repartition your hard disk before installing Windows - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 95
HP Notebook CD-ROM drive in the HP Notebook or external module bay. 2. Insert the Windows 2000 CD in the CD-ROM drive. 3. Reboot, press ESC twice when you see the HP . Press F8 to agree. 9. Configure your hard drive partitions. 10. Select the C: drive and press Enter to install Windows 2000. 11 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 96
bottom right corner of the taskbar. To install audio support If you have installed retail Windows you need to install the audio drivers. The audio drivers are contained in the \HP\DRIVERS\W2K\AUDIO subdirectory. 1. Run SETUP.EXE from the \HP\DRIVERS\W2K\AUDIO directory. If your Notebook came with an - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 97
install the Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface (HPCI) If you've installed a retail version of Windows 2000, you'll need to install the HewlettPackard Configuration Interface (HPCI) driver. This driver is located on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W2K\HPCI. The HP Configuration Interface device - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 98
under \HP\DRIVERS\W2K\SPEEDSTP. 1. Double-click SETUP.EXE in the SpeedStep directory. 2. When prompted, click NEXT. 3. Click FINISH to reboot your computer. To configure power management You may want to change the default power management settings in Windows 2000. The BIOS Power Management settings - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 99
Using Windows 2000 Installing Windows 2000 12. Set the Low battery alarm action by clicking the Alarm Action button. 13. Check "When the alarm goes off, the computer will:" 14. Select "Hibernate" in the drop-down list. 15. Click OK and close the Power Control panel. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 99 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 100
the OmniBook will automatically dock your OmniBook into the Port insert your OmniBook into a OmniBook OmniBook before docking or undocking the OmniBook if you are using an external video adapter. Also do not suspend the OmniBook while using an external video adapter. Power Management is not supported - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 101
on the General tab. 5. Click Next. 6. Select "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver" and click Next. 7. Double-click "Network Adapters." 8. Click Have Disk and browse to \HP\Drivers\W2K\LAN 9. Click OK. 10. Select 3COM 10\100 Mini PCI Ethernet - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 102
on the General tab. 4. Click Next. 5. Click "Display a list of the known drivers for this device So that I can choose a specific driver," and click Next. 6. Double-click Modems. 7. Click "Have Disk." Browse to the HP\Drivers\Modems\3COM and double-click WDHABBE.INF. 8. Click OK. 9. Select 3COM 56K - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 103
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CD-ROM/DVD drive. • Windows 98 CD-ROM. • Blank, formatted floppy disk. • HP Notebook drivers for Windows 98 Location: On the Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W98, or they can be downloaded from www.hp.com/go/support. HP recommends that you repartition and format your hard disk before installing - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 105
drive letter of your CD-ROM drive, type: D: CD \HP\BOOTDISK 5. Type MAKESUPP. 6. Enter A as the Floppy drive. 7. Enter Y to continue. 8. Press any key to continue. 9. Enter N when complete. 10. Close the MS-DOS Prompt. 11. Remove the Windows 98 files to the C: drive. C: MD \WINDOWS MD \WINDOWS\ - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 106
then Enter. 20. Remove the Windows 98 CD and the floppy disk. To install Windows 98 1. Restart the HP Notebook and Enter: C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS\SETUP /IS 2. Select "I accept the Agreement" and click Next. 3. Enter the Product Key, then click Next. The Product Key is located on the Certificate of - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 107
from the \HP\DRIVERS\W98\AUDIO directory. If your Notebook came with an ESS soft modem, ESSETUP.EXE will also install modem drivers. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the drivers. The drivers will be installed after the system reboots. To install pointing device support If you've - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 108
infrared support 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. 1. Reboot your computer. 2. Press F2 when you see the HP logo - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 109
HP Notebook docking system support. To use the docking system Windows 98 is designed to support notebook docks. You can dock or undock the OmniBook or undock, the OmniBook will automatically switch If you dock your OmniBook into the Port Replicator time you insert your OmniBook into a new OmniBook - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 110
Also do not suspend the OmniBook while using an external video adapter. Power Management is not supported with an external video adapter. To install the HP Notebook docking system support If you are going to use the HP Notebook Docking System you must install a new IDE driver in Windows 98. Perform - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 111
Using Windows 98 Using the Docking Solutions 9. Click Next to search in the default locations. 10. Click Next to install the driver, and then click Finish. 11. Click Next to search for a new driver. 12. Click Next to Search for the best driver for your device. 13. Click Next to search in the default - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 112
tab and click Update Driver. 5. Click Next. 6. Select "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver" and click Next. 7. Double-click "Network Adapters." 8. Click Have Disk and browse to \HP\Drivers\W98\LAN 9. Click OK. 10. Select 3COM 10\100 Mini PCI - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 113
tab and click Update Driver. 4. Click Next. 5. Click "Display a list of the known drivers for this device So that I can choose a specific driver," and click Next. 6. Double-click Modems. 7. Click Have Disk and browse to the driver subdirectory on the Product Recovery CD: \HP\DRIVERS\W98\MODEM\3COM - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 114
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models of the OmniBook 6000. The following procedure installs Windows 95 OSR2.5 and configures the appropriate device drivers. This section describes how to: • Prepare for software installation. • Install Windows 95 OSR 2.5. • Install video support. • Install audio support. • Install pointing device - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 117
Windows 95 • HP Notebook drivers for Windows 95 Location: On the Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W95, or they can be downloaded from www.hp.com/go/support. It is recommended you repartition your hard disk before installing Windows 95. Follow the instructions below to format your hard disk. You - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 118
drive. C: MD \WINDOWS MD \WINDOWS\OPTIONS MD \WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS Copy G:\WIN95\*.* C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS 22. Remove the Windows 95 CD and the floppy disk, but do not reset , then click Next. The Product Identification Number is located on the Certificate of Authenticity that you received with - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 119
drive HP Notebook. IE 4.0 will be installed after you restart the Notebook 19. Insert the first HP in \HP\DRIVERS\W95\ Removal dialog box. 26. There are two items in "Hard disk controllers" category that must be removed in the correct order. Remove the "Standard Dual PCI IDE Controller" from the "Hard - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 120
Next in the Update Device Driver Wizard window. 32 audio support If you have installed retail Windows you need to install the audio drivers. The audio drivers are contained in the \HP\DRIVERS\W95\AUDIO subdirectory. 1. Run SETUP.EXE from the \HP\DRIVERS\W95\AUDIO directory. 2. Follow the instructions - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 121
you will need to install PC Card support. This driver is located on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W95\PCCARD. 1. Copy all files from \HP\DRIVERS\W95\PCCARD\950CONLY on the Recovery CD to C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS. 2. Copy the PCMCIA.INF file from the \HP\DRIVERS\W95\PCCARD\950CONLY on the Recovery CD - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 122
wish to use infrared, you'll need to install infrared support. These drivers are located on the HP Notebook's hard drive or on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W95\IRDA. 1. Reboot the HP Notebook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Go to the System Devices menu - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 123
If you have installed Windows 95 OSR 2.x and you wish to use USB, you will need to install USB support. These drivers are located on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W95\USB. 1. Copy the \HP\DRIVERS\W95\USB directory and its contents from the Recovery CD to C:\WINDOWS\TEMP. 2. Open the MS-DOS Prompt - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 124
Euro Key currency symbol support Microsoft has created a software patch that allows you to type the new euro currency symbol. If you select a different keyboard layout in the Control Panel, you must reinstall the patch again. The Euro Key Patch is located on the Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\W95\EURO - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 125
HDD accessory module support If you intend to use a 2nd HDD in the Module Bay, you will have to update the Windows 95 hard-disk driver. That update is located on the Recovery CD-ROM in the \HP\DRIVERS . 2. Double-click CD-ROM drive. 3. Select the CD-ROM driver displayed, then click Properties. 4. - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 126
HP Notebook docking system support. • Configure a docked hardware profile. To use the docking system Windows 95 is designed to support notebook docks. You can dock or undock the OmniBook , the OmniBook will automatically you dock your OmniBook into the Port you insert your OmniBook into a OmniBook - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 127
Also do not suspend the OmniBook while using an external video adapter. Power Management is not supported with an external video adapter. To install the HP Notebook docking system support If you are going to use the HP Notebook Docking System you must install a new IDE driver in Windows 95. Perform - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 128
Configuration, select Undocked, then choose OK. Do not remove devices such as the keyboard, mouse, or display from any configuration. Refer to your Microsoft Windows 95 documentation for more information about configuring hardware profiles and installing drivers. 128 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 129
then click the Device Manager tab. 3. Remove "PCI Ethernet driver" in "Other Devices." 4. Restart the computer. Windows will detect the PCI Ethernet Controller. 5. Click Next. 6. Click Other Locations. 7. Enter the directory of the driver on the CD at \HP\Drivers\95\LAN. Note: Type in the directory - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 130
. 2. Select "Other Devices" and double-click on "PCI Communication Device." 3. Click the Driver Tab and click "Update Driver." 4. Click Yes (recommended). 5. Click "Other Locations." 6. Browse to Modem driver directory: \HP\Drivers\95\Modem\3COM. 7. Click Finish. 8. Click OK. 130 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 131
Using Windows NT 4.0 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 131 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 132
Location: On the Product Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\NT4, or they can be downloaded from www.hp.com/go/support. If you install a retail version of Windows NT 4.0, you'll also need to manually install the drivers that support the hardware in your computer. It is recommended you repartition your hard - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 133
hard disk. The HP Notebook Windows 95/98 image uses a FAT32 partition. Windows NT 4.0 does not support FAT32. Follow the instructions below to repartition your hard disk. 1. Connect the ac adapter to the Notebook. 2. Insert the CD-ROM/DVD Drive desired and press Enter. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 133 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 134
NT directory or type in another directory. 14. Press Enter to allow Windows NT setup to examine your hard disk drive for corruption. 15. When prompted, press Enter to reboot. (Do not remove the CD-ROM.) 16. Click Next to allow Setup to gather information about your computer. 17. Choose Typical - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 135
right corner of the taskbar. To install audio support If you have installed retail Windows you need to install the audio drivers. The audio drivers are contained in the \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\AUDIO subdirectory. 1. Run SETUP.EXE from the \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\AUDIO directory. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 135 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 136
pointing device(s) is fully supported by the Synaptics Touchpad driver. With the standard PS/2 mouse driver the integrated pointing device(s) will function, but will be without most special features. The touchpad files are located on the Recovery CD under \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\Touchpad. 1. Run SETUP - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 137
. The Intel SpeedStep files are located on the Recovery CD under \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\SPEEDSTP. 1. Double-click drive is present. To disable this feature: 1. From Start Menu, click Run. 2. Enter REGEDT32 then click OK. 3. Select the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE window and go to SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 138
Service Pack 3, 4 or 5 installed. • Windows NT 4.0 HP Notebook Mobile Enhancements. Location: Recovery CD in \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\APM and \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\PCCARD. 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 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 139
to your HP Notebook: • Plug and Play for PC Cards using standard Windows NT drivers. • Plug and Play for supported network PC the PC Card Diagnostics. 6. Make sure there are no PC Cards installed in the HP Notebook and click Next to start the Diagnostics. 7. Click Finish to reboot. After reboot, - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 140
drivers are not power management aware. To make sure the OmniBook does not suspend do the following: • Do not press the power button for less than four seconds. • Confirm that Power management while on AC power is disabled in the BIOS. To install the HP Notebook docking system support To use the HP - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 141
can now dock the HP Notebook in the HP Notebook Docking System. When you start Windows NT out of the HP Notebook Docking System you may receive errors concerning these drivers. These errors will cease is docked". Click OK to close the profile properties window. Corporate Evaluator's Guide 141 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 142
need to disable the appropriate devices in each hardware profile. 8. Locate device "Csa64xx" and click HW Profiles. This is the dock IDE driver, and should be disabled in all undocked profiles. Highlight each undocked prompted for the appropriate profile to be used. 142 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 143
support. • Install modem support. To install Ethernet support If you have installed retail Windows and your HP Notebook contains a built-in 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter, you need to install the LAN drivers. The LAN drivers are contained in the \HP\DRIVERS . Corporate Evaluator's Guide 143 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 144
rebooting. To install modem support If you have installed retail Windows and your HP Notebook contains a built-in 3Com 56K V.90 Mini PCI Modem, you need to install the modem drivers. The modem drivers are contained in the \HP\DRIVERS\NT4\MODEM\3COM subdirectory 144 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 145
on the General tab. 4. Click Next. 5. Click "Display a list of the known drivers for this device So that I can choose a specific driver," and click Next. 6. Double-click Modems. 7. Click "Have Disk." Browse to the HP\Drivers\Modems\3COM and double-click WDHABBE.INF. 8. Click OK. 9. Select 3COM 56K - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 146
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site (www.hp.com/go/support). • Test your computer by running the DiagTools test program. See "Testing the Hardware" on page 169. • Contact your dealer or Hewlett-Packard-see "To contact the HP Customer Care Center" on page 176. Please have your computer with you when you call. Audio Problems If no - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 149
Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques • Test the audio with the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Open the Boot menu. The default boot order is (1) Removable Device, (2) Hard Disk, and (3) CD-ROM/DVD Drive. 4. Select CD-ROM/DVD Drive for first boot device. 5. Press F10 to exit BIOS - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 150
Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting make sure the disc is placed in the drive with the label facing up. • Clean the the disc. • Restart the system: Remove the disc from the drive, and click Start, Shut Down, Restart in the error message box. Display Problems If the computer is on, but - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 151
in the Main menu. • Test the display with the DiagTools diagnostics. See "Testing the Hardware" on page 169. Docking Problems If a port on a dock isn't working • Check that ac power is connected to the dock. • Try using the corresponding port on the computer while undocked. • Make sure the computer - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 152
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 is fully plugged into a power source and into the rear of the computer. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. See "Replacing a Hard Disk Drive - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 153
use infrared communications with Windows 95, you must first install an infrared driver that matches the mode selected in the BIOS Setup utility. For details, refer to the driver's Readme file located in C:\hp\Drivers. • Make sure only one application is using the infrared port. Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 154
Troubleshooting Techniques • Remove any PC Cards from the computer. An infrared IRQ conflict is possible if two PC Cards are present at the same time. Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems You can change this setting with the BIOS Setup utility-see "Using the BIOS Setup Utility" on page 80. • Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 155
resuming. If left CTRL+left ALT doesn't work on an external keyboard • Left CTRL+left ALT on an external keyboard should work like the Fn key. However, only Fn+F5, Fn+F7, and Fn+F12 are supported on an external keyboard. • In the BIOS Setup utility, make sure External Fn Key is enabled in the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 156
you are having memory problems while running MS-DOS programs, use the MS-DOS Troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help, Contents, Troubleshooting. • Not all third-party memory cards have been tested for use with the computer. Please check the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks) for - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 157
Troubleshooting • If you have call-waiting, disable it-your telephone company can provide instructions. If the modem dials but doesn't connect • Make sure you're or modem. • The modem at the other end may have a problem. Try dialing to a different modem. • Try disabling error correction Guide 157 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 158
Troubleshooting Techniques • 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 audio-off light is turned off. If it's on, press the audio printer. • Try turning off power management features temporarily. If excessive Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 159
Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques Network Problems If the built-in network the Network Neighborhood • Check with your network administrator to make sure NetBEUI protocol is supported on the network. • Click Start, Find, Find Computer to look for a computer . Corporate Evaluator's Guide 159 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 160
value manually (Windows 95 or 98 only): Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click System and use the Device Manager tab. • Check the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support) for information about installing certain PC Cards. • Make sure your computer supports the problem PC - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 161
Troubleshooting reset if the computer suspended or turned off. • Check settings in Control Panel. Performance Problems For best performance with Windows 2000, your computer should have at least 96 to 128 MB of memory (RAM computer's hard disk drive frequently runs (as indicated by the hard drive light - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 162
Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. From the Power menu, set the Power Management Mode to Max. Performance. 4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup. If the computer stops responding • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to end the application - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 163
Troubleshooting Techniques If a secondary battery doesn't charge • The computer's secondary battery won't charge until the main battery is fully charged. • Make sure the ac adapter is fully plugged into the power drive is present, make sure auto insert notification is disabled (the default factory - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 164
for both ac power and battery power are not set to Never. • For Windows 95 or 98, check the Hibernate timeout in BIOS Setup-see "To run the BIOS Setup utility" on page 80. Printing Problems Hint You will usually be able to solve most printing problems by using the Print Troubleshooter in Windows - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 165
Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems If a serial mouse doesn't work • Make sure you followed the manufacturer's installation instructions completely and have installed the mouse properly. If not, repeat the procedure. • Make sure the port connection - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 166
Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques 2. BIOS Setup utility" on page 80. • Test the ports with the DiagTools diagnostics. See "Testing the Hardware" on page 169. If the USB port is not working • Contact the vendor of the peripheral device-as well as HP-for the latest versions of the USB drivers - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 167
• Check the boot order in the BIOS Setup utility: 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Open the Boot menu. The default boot order is (1) Removable Device, (2) Hard Disk, and (3) CD-ROM/DVD Drive. 4. If Removable Device is not option 1, use - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 168
Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Techniques network connections, you will see a blinking cursor on your display. As soon as the hardware has been re-initialized, the Windows desktop will appear. 168 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 169
Troubleshooting drivers can be loaded. To run the DiagTools diagnostic test 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Restart. 2. When the HP BIOS Setup utility. You can confirm this by running BIOS Setup and checking the settings. See "To run the BIOS and test information in the Support Ticket log file. Then - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 170
Troubleshooting Your Computer Testing the Hardware 8. Select and run the appropriate tests. Tests are not this directory and open it in Notepad. (If Hpsuppt.exe is not on your hard disk, you can download it from the HP Customer Care Web site, www.hp.com/go/support.) 170 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 171
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 Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support). This Web site contains the latest updates - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 172
" on page 176. To update the computer BIOS Hewlett-Packard may provide updates to the BIOS to enhance the capabilities of your computer. Updates will be available from the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support). Download the BIOS update and follow the instructions in the Readme.txt file - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 173
Your Computer Recovering and Reinstalling Software 6. Follow the onscreen instructions. This starts a process that takes approximately one minute. Once the update process begins, do not interrupt it. 7. When the process is completed, reset the computer by inserting a straightened paper clip into the - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 174
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Support and Service Corporate Evaluator's Guide 175 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 176
helping you get support for your computer: • HP Customer Care Web site. Get e-mail support, technical information, and software updates. www.hp.com/go/support Click Assistance, then Self-Help Tools for information about bulletin boards, CDROM subscriptions, and service parts. • HP Notebook Computer - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 177
Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer • Product development, custom installations. • Consulting. To contact the Customer Care Center by email, visit the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support). For the latest list of phone numbers, see the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp. - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 178
your hard disk drive. The hard disk may need to be replaced or reformatted while your computer is being repaired. 2. Hewlett-Packard cannot guarantee the return of removable components. Please remove the following prior to sending your computer in for service: • PC cards. • ac adapter and power cord - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 179
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 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 180
Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 7. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE REMEDIES IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT TO YOU. 180 Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 181
Specifications and Regulatory Information Corporate Evaluator's Guide 181 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 182
, 2.5-V external, low-power processor. 32-KB (16-KB instruction, 16-KB data) battery available for module bay. Mass Storage 6-, 12-, or 18-GB removable hard drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. 24x CD-ROM or 8x DVD drive module (or higher). Optional drive modules available. RAM Two slots for RAM - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 183
Information Hardware Specifications Audio System Keyboard and Pointing Devices Communications Input/Output Expandability 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro−compatible stereo sound. Stereo sound via two built-in speakers (500 Hz to 10 KHz range). 3D-enhanced PCI bus audio with Zoomed Video support. Built-in - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 184
é Tioman for HP (Hot Swap) (Windows 95 and 98 only). QuickLink (Windows 98 only). DiagTools. VirusScan. Online Reference Guide. Recovery CD included. Centralized worldwide BIOS and driver update service. User and administrator passwords. System, hard drive, and docking passwords. PC identification - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 185
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem online command mode (not preceded by AT) Pause (not preceded by AT), 125 ms default Answer manually Repeat last command (not preceded by AT) Dial a phone number and issue other optional commands: command echo on Corporate Evaluator's Guide 185 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 186
Specifications Display the RAM test results reset, use &F1 settings On the next reset, use &F2 settings Reset the modem according to the settings of ATY Reset the modem and use &W0 settings Reset the modem and use &W1 settings Reset the modem using &F0 settings and load factory default profile 1 Reset - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 187
&M0 &M4 &M5 &Nn &R1 &R2 &S0 Function (3Com) Reset the modem using &F2 settings and load factory default profile 2 Display the list of AT commands Display the list of data - send XON/XOFF signals to your modem only HP Eng/Ack in Host mode HP Eng/Ack in Terminal Mode Flow control for received data - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 188
Specifications memory Store phone number (n= 0,1,2,3) Display phone number S-Registers (3Com) Register S0 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S15 S16 Function (3Com) Number of rings before the modem auto-answers a call (0 means autoanswer is disabled and manual 1=Reset on DTR loss 2=Reduced non-ARQ - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 189
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Register S18 S19 S21 S22 S23 S25 S27 S28 S29 S32 S33 S34 S38 hangup (optional) (seconds) Range 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-127 0-127 0-255 0-255 0-255 0-255 Default 0 0 1 17 19 0 0 8 20 2 0 0 0 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 189 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 190
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Command A/ A B0 B1 C1 Dn E0 E1 H0 H1 I0 I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6 I7 on during handshaking and turn speaker off while receiving carrier Turn speaker on during handshaking and while receiving carrier 190 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 191
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Command M3 N0 N1 O0 OFF transition per &Qn &Q0, &Q1, &Q4, &Q5, &Q6: Soft reset &Q2, &Q3: The modem hangs up Restore factory configuration 0 Restore factory configuration 1 Disable guard tone Disable guard tone Corporate Evaluator - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 192
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Command &G2 &J0 &J1 &K0 &K3 &K4 &K5 & for the transmit clock Recall stored profile 0 upon power up Recall stored profile 1 upon power up Store dial string x (up to 34 digits) to location n (0 to 3) 192 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 193
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Command %E0 %E1 %E2 %L %Q %TTn \K0,2,4 \K1 \K3 \K5 \K0,1 \K2,3 \K4,5 \K0,1 \K2,3 \K4,5 \N0 \N1 \N2 to 19200 bps Enable RPI and set DTE speed to 38400 bps Enable RPI and set DTE speed to 57600 bps Corporate Evaluator's Guide 193 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 194
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) +H11 +H16 **0 **1 **2 -SDR=0 -SDR=1 -SDR=2 -SDR=3 -SDR=4 -SDR=5 -SDR=6 -SDR=7 Enable RPI+ mode Enable Video Ready mode Download to flash memory at last sensed speed Download to flash memory at 38.4 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 195
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Register S0 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S11 S12 S14 S16 S18 0 70 0 194 (C2h) 17 (11h) 19 (13h) 7 0 20 3 104 (68h) 195(C3h) 138 7 128 (40h) 0-255 10 (country dependent) 10 (country dependent) 0 Corporate Evaluator's Guide 195 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 196
Specifications and Regulatory Information Modem Reference Information Selected Result Codes (Ambit) Code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Meaning OK CONNECT RING NO CARRIER ERROR CONNECT 1200 NO DIAL TONE BUSY NO ANSWER 196 Corporate Evaluator's Guide - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 197
power cords listed below. To purchase a power cord (including one for a country not listed below) or a replacement ac adapter, contact your local Hewlett-Packard dealer or Sales and Service Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) HP Part Number 8120-6313 8120-6314 8120-8699 8120-6312 8120-6316 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 198
pack is suitable for use only with compatible HP notebook models. See "To contact the HP Customer Care Center" on page 176 for your local HP contact. • Do not disassemble the battery. There are no serviceable parts inside. Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water. • Handle a damaged or - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 199
, but the following precautions are recommended: • Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center-see "To contact the HP Customer Care Center" on page 176. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment of - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 200
Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your computer complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 201
Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 (415) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company Product name: HP OmniBook 6000 Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 202
Guide 22 and EN 45014) Hewlett-Packard Company Mobile Computing Division 19310 Pruneridge Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 declares that the following product HP OmniBook 6000 All conforms to the following product specifications kV signal lines, 1.0kV power lines FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B Ansi C63 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 203
audio-off location, 15 using, 33 autodetecting CDs Windows 95, 125 Windows NT 4.0, 137 B battery best use of, 37 installing, 20 installing secondary, 50 low power warning, 50 operating time, 50, 163 release latch, 15 safety, 198 saving power, 50 troubleshooting, 162 bay (module), 55 BIOS password - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 204
external keyboard, 82 temporary keypad, 31 H hard disk drive caring for, 36 creating Hibernate partition, 172 Hibernate partition, 90 holder, 91 locking, 42 preparing for use, 92 protecting, 36 replacing, 90 time-out, 84 troubleshooting, 152 hardware specifications, 182 Hewlett-Packard support, 148 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 205
overheating, 153 P parallel device connecting, 72 parallel port floppy connection, 57 location, 16, 17 troubleshooting, 165 password, 39 PC Card troubleshooting, 160 PC Card drivers Windows 95, 121 PC Cards installing, 68 saving power, 51 slots for, 15 stopping, 69 tested, 69 PC identification, 41 - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 206
information, 200 removing CD, 57 hard disk drive, 90 hard drive holder, 91 PC Card, 69 RAM, 88 secondary battery, 50 repair obtaining, 178 shipment, 178 repair service, 148, 178 resetting, 27 S safety battery use, 198 infrared port, 199 laser, 199 power cords, 197 saving battery power, 50 scandisk - HP OmniBook 6000 | HP OmniBook 6000 - Corporate Evaluation Guide - Page 207
, 141 APM drivers, 144 audio support, 135 autodetecting a CD, 137 Card Executive, 145 docking system, 138 IDE support, 136 installing, 132 mobile enhancements, 144 pointing stick, 136 Service Pack 5, 135 SpeedStep, 137 video support, 135 wireless communication, 75 Y Y2K, 24 Y2K update Windows 95
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