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    Reference Guide HP Notebook Series Document Part Number: 370697-002 April 2005 This guide explains how to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot your notebook. It also provides information on battery pack and power management, external device connections, and modem and network connections. The
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    express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Reference Guide HP Notebook Series Second Edition April 2005 First
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    Lights 1-5 Setting Up Your Notebook 1-7 Step 1: Insert the Battery Pack 1-7 Step 2: Connect AC Power 1-8 Step 3: Connect a Phone Line 1-9 Step 4: Turn On the Notebook 1-10 Step 5: Set Up Windows 1-11 2 Basic Operation Operating Your Notebook 2-1 Default Power Settings 2-2 To Reset the
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    To Lock the Hard Drive 2-15 Taking Care of Your Notebook 2-15 To Protect Your Hard Drive 2-15 To Maintain Your Notebook 2-16 To Safeguard Your Data 2-16 To Extend the Life of the Display 2-17 To Clean Your Notebook 2-17 3 Battery Packs and Power Management Managing Power Consumption 3-1 How
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    RAM (Memory 5-9 To Install a RAM Expansion Module 5-9 To Remove a RAM Expansion Module 5-10 Replacing the Hard Drive 5-12 To Replace the Hard Drive 5-12 To Replace the Hard Drive Holder 5-13 To Prepare a New Hard Drive 5-14 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Your Notebook 6-1 Audio Problems
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    14 Power and Battery Pack Problems 6-15 Printing Problems 6-18 Serial, Parallel and USB Problems 6-19 Startup Problems 6-20 Wireless Problems 6-22 Configuring Your Notebook 6-24 To Run the BIOS Setup Utility 6-24 Updating Software and Drivers from the Web 6-29 Using System Recovery Features
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    included with the notebook may vary by geographical region and the features you selected. The following tables identify the standard external components included with most notebook models. Find the illustrations that closely match your notebook to identify your components. Reference Guide 1-1
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    Power button: turns the notebook on and off 4 Keyboard status lights 5 One-Touch buttons 6 Notebook open/close latch 7 CD-ROM, DVD, or other drive 8 Battery pack 9 Wireless on-off button and indicator light (select models only) - Infrared port (select models only) q Hard drive 1-2 Reference Guide
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    Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a
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    Getting Started with Your Notebook Bottom Panel Components 1 Hard drive 2 Battery latch 3 RAM (memory) cover 4 Reset button 5 Mini PCI cover (no user parts inside) Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, install only a Mini
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    Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-Battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-Battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-Battery pack has reached a low-battery condition ■ Off-No AC power is applied, or AC power is applied with battery pack either
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    Getting Started with Your Notebook The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1 Caps Lock On: Caps Lock is active. 2 Num Lock On: Num numeric keys. Otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard). 1-6 Reference Guide
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    guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the Documentation CD that is included with the product. When you set up your notebook for the first time, you will connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack, turn on the notebook, and run the Microsoft® Windows
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    the power cord into a wall outlet. The notebook battery starts charging. ✎ When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter. While the battery pack is charging, you can continue with the section "Step 3: Connect a Phone Line." 1-8 Reference Guide
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    line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (Do not use a digital line.) 2. Connect the telephone cord (RJ-11) into a telephone jack. 3. Plug the other end of the telephone cord into the RJ-11 modem jack on the notebook. For details about using the modem, see "Using the Modem." Reference
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    the left side of the keyboard. The notebook boots up, and Windows starts automatically. ✎ If your notebook does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery pack may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. Leave the AC adapter plugged in for several
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    5: Set Up Windows Your notebook has the Microsoft Windows operating system preinstalled on its hard drive. The first time you turn on your notebook, the Windows Setup program runs automatically and includes opportunities to customize your setup. 1. Follow the Setup program instructions on the screen
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    Your Notebook You can start and stop your notebook by using the power button. At other times, power considerations, types of active connections, and startup time may cause you to use alternative methods to start or stop your notebook. This chapter describes several methods. HP Manual Title
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    . button. -or- ■ Saves current session to disk, then Press Fn+F12. shuts down. -or- ■ Restores network Allow the system to time out. connections. You can also customize the way these power modes work. See the "Battery Packs and Power Management" chapter in this guide. 2-2 HP Manual Title
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    select the boot device, then press enter. If you want to boot from a specific device whenever it is present, change the boot order using the BIOS Setup utility. See "Configuring Your Notebook" in the "Troubleshooting" chapter in this guide. HP Manual Title 2-3
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    off button so you can turn off the TouchPad to avoid moving the pointer accidentally when you are typing. The indicator light turns off when you turn off the TouchPad. 1 Click buttons. The Click The scroll pad scrolls vertically to display the contents of the active window. 2-4 HP Manual Title
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    The Tap to Click function of your TouchPad is enabled by default. To disable it, follow the instructions included here: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse. The Mouse Properties . 4. Select Apply > OK. The Tap to Click function is now disabled. HP Manual Title 2-5
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    the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard). Initiates Hibernation. Toggles Scroll Lock on and off. Increases the audio volume and cancels the mute setting. Decreases the audio volume. Mutes/unmutes the audio output. 2-6 HP Manual Title
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    Operation To Use the One-Touch Buttons Your notebook includes 5 One-Touch buttons that can start > Utilities > One-Touch. 2. On the One-Touch tab, select the button you want to reprogram. 3. Type a label for the button, then select the application, document, folder, or Web site you want the button
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    Windows key+E Windows key+F1 Windows key+F Windows key+M Shift+Windows key+M Windows key+R Does this Runs Windows Explorer Runs Windows Help Runs Windows Find: Search Minimizes all displayed windows Returns all minimized windows to original size Runs the Windows Run dialog box 2-8 HP Manual
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    type an ALT GR character, press and hold the ALT GR key, then press the key containing the ALT GR character you want to display. ✎ If your keyboard does not have an ALT GR key, you can use the ALT key instead of the ALT GR key to get the same result. HP Manual
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    drive varies by model. 1. Press the button on the face of the CD or DVD drive. If you are using this drive for the first time, be sure to remove module to close it. ✎ If your notebook loses power, you can manually open the drive to remove a CD. Insert a straightened paper clip into the recessed hole
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    notebook is equipped with a DVD or other DVD readable drive, it also includes DVD player software that lets you play DVD movies. » Select Start > All Programs > Multimedia > DVD Player > InterVideo WinDVD. ✎ For best performance while playing movies on battery power be hard-coded on the DVD drive and
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    CD-RW Combo Drive, you must install your DVD burning software from the CDs included with your notebook before you can write to DVD media. When writing to DVD+R or DVD+RW media, observe the following guidelines: ■ Place the notebook on a flat, stable surface. ■ Ensure that the AC adapter is connected
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    unattended, or set up a screen saver with a Windows password. You can lock the notebook these ways: ■ If a One-Touch button is assigned to Quick Lock, press that button. -or■ Press ctrl+alt+del, then select Lock Computer. To unlock the notebook, follow your normal logon steps. HP Manual Title 2-13
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    , available at many computer stores). 1. Wrap the cable around a secure object. 2. Insert the cable into the security cable slot on the notebook. 3. Lock it updates are on the Web at http://www.symantec.com. You can also get detailed instructions from the program's online Help. 2-14 HP Manual
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    damage or data loss. To Protect Your Hard Drive Hard drives, as well as other internal components, are not indestructible and can be damaged by inappropriate handling and operation. ■ Avoid bumps or jolts. ■ Do not operate the notebook while traveling over bumpy terrain. HP Manual Title 2-15
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    files to diskettes, CDs, DVDs, and other media, or network drives. ■ Use a virus-scanning program (such as the Norton AntiVirus program included with your notebook) to check your files and operating system. ■ Check your disk using the Tools tab in the disk Properties window. 2-16 HP Manual Title
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    keyboard). ■ If you are not using an external monitor, set the Turn off monitor timeouts (for both AC and battery pack operation) to the shortest comfortable interval. ■ Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the notebook cloth, then gently wipe the display. HP Manual Title 2-17
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    performance. Your notebook is designed to help you reduce power consumption and extend battery life. During idle periods, the notebook automatically enters power-saving modes after specified timeout periods. You can adjust these timeouts to suit your working habits. Reference Guide 3-1
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    Battery Packs and Power Management How the Notebook Manages Power Automatically Your notebook enters Hibernation and Standby automatically, and turns off the hard drive and display based on values set in Windows. When this occurs The result is To resume No keyboard, pointing device, or other
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    Hibernate support in the Power Options settings or you will lose any unsaved data if the battery pack runs down completely. Using Battery Power To Check Battery Status From the battery status light » Check the battery status light on the notebook. From the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar
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    into Hibernation. After the notebook enters Hibernation in this way, you will not be able to turn it on again until you restore power by doing one of the following procedures: ■ Replace the battery pack with a charged one. ■ Plug in the AC adapter. ✎ If you plug in the AC adapter, you can continue
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    notebook model, power management settings, and level of use. To Get the Most from Your Battery Packs Follow these suggestions to make your battery power last as long as possible: ■ Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card
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    Battery Packs and Power Management ■ If your notebook has a wireless on-off button, turn off the wireless function when you are not using it. Press the wireless on-off button to turn off the light. ■ If you have a PC Card, such as a network card, remove it when you are not using it. Some PC Cards
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    or by returning them to HP, your service partner, or their agents. ■ In other regions, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact HP and request information about battery pack disposal. For more information about battery pack precautions and disposal and
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    , for browsing the World Wide Web ■ Outlook Express, for sending and receiving e-mail messages ■ Windows Fax Console, for sending and receiving faxes For best performance, you can connect to any Internet Service Provider (ISP) or modem network that has V.90 or V.92 interoperable modems. Check with
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    with party lines. Some of these connections may result in excess electrical voltage and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. Check your telephone line type prior to connecting your phone line. 4-2 Reference
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    blackout period after a modem repeatedly fails to connect to a service provider. The number of failed attempts and the period you black list." ■ When using a modem, an external surge protector can prevent notebook damage by lightning or other electrical surges. Connect any approved surge protector to
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    for the built-in modem, see the Documentation CD. Open Phone and Modem Options in Control Panel. On the Modems tab, select Properties. You can type AT commands on the Advanced tab in the space for extra settings. 4-4 Reference
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    LAN connection. To edit settings, open Network and Dial-up Connections in Control Panel. See Windows Help for information about setting up and using LAN connections. Select Start > Help and Support. Contact your network administrator for network information. Two lights at the LAN port indicate the
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    Network Connections (Select Models Only) If your notebook includes a wireless on-off button, you can connect by radio to an 802.11 wireless local area network (WLAN) and access computers and other resources on the network. A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical "wired" network
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    Wireless Communication On and Off For instructions to enable WLAN communications, refer to the Go Wireless booklet included with your notebook (select models only). ✎ Wireless networks and cellular modems are examples of devices that use wireless on your notebook wireless networking. In Italy,
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    wireless 802.11 communication without turning off the notebook, press the wireless on-off button. -orRight-click the wireless network connection icon in the taskbar, then select Disable. Putting the notebook in Standby or shutting it down also turns off the wireless function. 4-8 Reference Guide
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    Connecting External Devices To Insert or Remove a PC Card The notebook PC Card slot supports standard Type II and Type III PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus). ✎ The location and number of the PC Card slots vary by model series. Inserting a PC Card 1. Hold the PC Card label side up and its connectors
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    notebook. Otherwise, you could lose data. 1. Select the Eject Hardware or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, select the card you want to remove, then remove the card. This protects your data and helps avoid unexpected problems notebook and the software you plan to use. 5-2 Reference Guide
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    your notebook to one of the following illustrations and locate the audio ports on your notebook. 1 External microphone connector (pink) 2 Audio out (headphones) connector (green) ✎ When you plug a device into the headphone port, the built in speakers automatically turn off. Reference Guide 5-3
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    S-Video in jack on your television. ✎ Although your notebook may have a 7-pin S-Video out jack, the notebook accepts either a 7-pin or 4-pin cable connection. . ✎ If the S-Video cable is not plugged into your notebook and TV, the red button will not be displayed. 4. Select Apply to accept the
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    identified with a TV icon, at the top of your keyboard to switch the display to the TV-Out mode. If a TV is not connected to the notebook, your default media application will launch. Adjusting Monitor Resolution and or Monitor tab. Set the refresh rate on the Monitor tab. Reference Guide 5-5
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    your desktop by connecting an external monitor to your notebook. 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance using the Extended Desktop requires video memory for each display. For this reason playing DVDs and running 3D graphics require extra video memory, so you may have to adjust display settings.
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    has a 1394 port (also known as firewire), you can use it to connect devices such as audio and video equipment, disk drives, printers, and other notebooks. Attach the device cable to the 1394 port. Windows automatically recognizes the device. The 1394 port is a 4-wire port. If you want to connect
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    , briefly press the power button. Printing to an Infrared Printer Install your printer and assign it to the notebook infrared port. You can notebook infrared port to transfer files by using Wireless Link. See the Windows online Help for instructions on using Wireless Link. 5-8 Reference Guide
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    the RAM module only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack
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    the RAM module only by its edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack
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    Add-On Devices 4. Release the 2 latches at the sides of the RAM board, so the free edge of the board pops up. Match your notebook to the following illustration. 5. Pull the board out of the connector. 6. Replace the cover. 7. Insert the battery pack. Reference Guide 5-11
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    Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Drive To Replace the Hard Drive You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Turn the unit bottom side up. 4. Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the 2 or 3 screw holes,
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    Add-On Devices To Replace the Hard Drive Holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a holder, you can remove the holder parts from the hard drive you are removing. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Remove the 4 screws from the sides of the holder
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    a new hard drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with your notebook. If you want to restore the Windows software and operating system that were originally installed on your notebook, follow the system recovery procedures described in the "Troubleshooting" chapter of this guide. 5-14
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    are some other sources of information for troubleshooting: ■ Use the Windows troubleshooters. Select Start > Help and Support. ■ Select the question mark One-Touch key located at the top of the keyboard. ■ See the Microsoft Windows manual shipped with the notebook. ■ Refer to the Worldwide Telephone
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    Troubleshooting Audio Problems If No Sound is Audible ■ If your model has a volume control, press the + (plus) button to increase the volume. ■ Select the speaker icon on the taskbar (if present). Clear the Mute all check box if selected. If your model has an audio mute button, press it so the
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    Troubleshooting CD-ROM and DVD Problems If You Cannot Boot from a CD or DVD ■ Make sure the CD or DVD is bootable. ■ Make sure the CD-ROM/DVD drive is selected as the boot device. See the "Basic Operation" chapter in this guide to change the boot sequence. ■ Restart the notebook. Select Start > Turn
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    Troubleshooting ■ Restart the system: remove the disc from the drive, and select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. ■ If you created the CD on a DVD/CD-RW combo-type drive window keyboard to switch to one display. If the Notebook type C:\Program Files\Accessories. Display Problems If the Notebook
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    the TV. Hard Drive Problems If the Notebook Hard Drive Does Not Spin ■ Make sure the notebook has power. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the notebook. ■ Remove and reinsert the hard drive. If the Hard Disk Makes
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    tab. ■ Run the virus-scanning program. ■ If necessary, you can format the hard disk and reinstall the original factory software using the system recovery features described in the "Troubleshooting" chapter of this guide. Heat Problems Your notebook normally gets warm during routine operation. If the
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    Troubleshooting Infrared Problems By default, the optional infrared port is enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it. If You Have Problems . (The notebook infrared port is located on the front of the notebook.) The ports infrared port. Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems ✎ Use these
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    on the keyboard to restore normal operation. ■ If an external mouse is connected, the built-in pointing devices are normally disabled. You can change this setting with the BIOS Setup utility. See "Configuring Your Notebook" in this chapter. ■ Restart the notebook. Select Start > Turn Off Computer
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    You Are Out of Memory ■ Make sure drive C is not running low on free space. ■ If you are having memory problems while running MS-DOS programs, use the MS-DOS or Application and Software troubleshooter in Windows Help. Select Start > Help and Support. ■ The full amount of RAM in your notebook is not
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    Troubleshooting If the Notebook Beeps But Does Not Start After Adding RAM You installed an incompatible type of RAM. Remove the module. Modem Problems If the Modem Seems Slow ■ Excess static or noise on a line reduces the overall transmission speed of the modem connection. If necessary, contact your
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    Troubleshooting ■ Try another telephone dial tone. ■ If you have call-waiting, disable it. Your telephone company can provide instructions. If the Modem Dials, But Does Not Connect ■ Make sure you are using an the other end may have a problem. Try dialing to a different modem. Reference Guide 6-11
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    Troubleshooting If the Modem Is Not Detected ■ Check the Dials, But You Cannot Hear It ■ If your model has an audio mute light, make sure it is turned off. If it is on, press the audio mute button. ■ Check the speaker volume setting. ■ In Control software, check the commands. 6-12 Reference Guide
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    cables and connections. PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems If the Notebook Does Not Recognize a PC Card ■ Remove and reinsert the PC Card. ■ Restart the notebook. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. ■ Try the card in another notebook to see whether the card functions properly. Reference Guide 6-13
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    modem devices. 3. Select the internal modem, then select the option to disable the modem. Performance Problems If the Notebook Pauses or Runs Sluggishly ■ This may be normal Windows behavior. Background processing can affect response time. ■ Certain background operations (such as a virus-scanning
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    turning the notebook off or putting it into Standby while such applications are running. Power and Battery Pack Problems If the Notebook Turns Off Immediately After It Turns On Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery pack. Reference Guide 6-15
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    Troubleshooting If the Notebook Keeps Beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is low. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery pack or plug in the AC adapter. If the Battery Pack Does Not Charge ■ Make sure the AC adapter is
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    into Standby. If the Notebook Does Not Enter Hibernation as Expected ■ Make sure Hibernation support is enabled. From Control Panel, open Power Options, then select the Hibernate tab. ■ Check the Power Schemes tab. Make sure the Hibernation timeouts for both AC power and battery power are not set to
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    to solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Windows Help. Select Start > Help and Support. If a Serial or Parallel Printer Does Not 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 the
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    Troubleshooting Serial, Parallel and USB Problems If a Serial Mouse Does Not 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 is secure. ■ Restart the notebook.
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    still does not respond, remove the battery pack and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Then plug in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using the reset button. If the Notebook Will Not Boot from Battery Power ■ Make sure the battery pack is properly inserted
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    Troubleshooting If the Notebook Will Not Boot from the Diskette Drive ■ Make sure the diskette drive is selected as the boot device. See the "Basic Operation" chapter in this guide for directions. ■ If you are using a USB diskette drive, use the BIOS Setup utility to make sure Legacy USB Support is
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    Troubleshooting Wireless Problems If You Have Problems with Wireless 802.11 Communication ■ Make sure the wireless indicator IP address. ■ See "Local Area Network (LAN) Problems" in this chapter. If You Have Trouble Connecting to Another Notebook in the Network Neighborhood or My Network Places ■
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    Troubleshooting If You Cannot Connect to a Particular Notebook on the Network ■ Make sure the notebook is properly connected one wireless LAN. If so, the LANs could be interfering with each other. ■ Move closer to the access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless notebook (for
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    hardware, and so greatly affect how the notebook operates. 1. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. 2. When the logo screen 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
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    format (except English, which uses mm/dd/yy format). Sets the language for BIOS Setup. Sets the hard drive type and various parameters. Sets the video memory size allocated from total installed memory (RAM). Shows the extended memory size. Displays the serial number as shown on the back of the unit
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    devices when an external pointing device is connected. Enables BIOS support for USB mouse, keyboard, and diskette disk drive during startup. Lets the notebook be turned on via the LAN port. If this option is enabled, the notebook uses increased power while it is shut down. Default Auto Auto Enabled
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    Troubleshooting Security Menu (Continued) Setting Set Administrator Password Require Password on Boot Internal hard drive lock Description Press enter to set, change, or clear the administrator password, which protects BIOS Setup settings. The password can have no more than 8 characters (0-9,
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    Troubleshooting Boot Menu Setting Hard Drive +Removable Devices CD-ROM Drive Built-in LAN Description Shows the order of boot devices. Move the entries to change the order. If the notebook has more than 1 device in a + category, you can select the one scanned. Built-in LAN provides diskless boot
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    and driver updates for your notebook are available for download. For more information, visit the Web site at http://www.hp.com/support. Using System Recovery Features ✎ The notebook system recovery process provides several options for recovering optimal system functionality. System Restore and
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    problems. To set a system restore point: 1. Select Start > Help & Support. Select the task Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems. Select System Restore. A System Restore window opens. 2. Follow the on-screen directions for setting a restore point. To restore the notebook
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    . This CD contains the following preinstalled operating systems: ■ Microsoft Windows XP Home or Pro (depending on configuration) ■ Appropriate service pack To repair the operating system: 1. Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the notebook. 2. Immediately insert the OS CD into the
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    Troubleshooting OS CD Reinstall If other recovery efforts do not successfully repair the notebook, you can reinstall the operating system. Å WARNING: Personal data and software you have installed on the notebook will be lost during the OS CD reinstall. To protect your data, make a backup copy of My
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    and system utility refresh and for full system software restoration. To reinstall drivers: 1. While running Windows, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical drive. 2. If you do not have Autorun enabled, select Start > Run. Then type D:\SWSETUP\APPINSTL\SETUP.EXE (where D indicates the optical
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    3-5 installing 1-7 location 1-2 low-battery warning 3-4 recharging 3-5 release latch 1-4 saving power automatically 3-2 saving power manually 3-3 status lights 1-5 troubleshooting 6-15 battery power check status 3-3 low-battery warning 3-4 battery status lights 3-3 BIOS Setup Utility 6-24 blackout
  • HP Pavilion ze4900 | Reference Guide - Page 98
    Index power 1-2, 1-10 reset 1-4 TV Now! One-Touch 5-5 wireless on-off 1-2 C cable lock slot 1-3 CardBus slot location 1-3 CD-ROM drive copying/creating CDs 2-12 inserting CD 2-10 location 1-2 removing CD 2-10 troubleshooting 6-3 changing the boot device 2-3 cleaning the notebook 2-17 Click buttons
  • HP Pavilion ze4900 | Reference Guide - Page 99
    10 DVD 2-10 PC Card 5-1 RAM (memory) 5-9 K keyboard status lights 1-2, 1-6 troubleshooting 6-7 keys ALT GR 2-9 Applications 2-8 Fn (Function) 2-6 Windows 2-8 L LAN connection 4-5 troubleshooting 6-8 left panel components 1-3 locking the hard drive 2-15 low-battery warning 3-4 M maintenance and care
  • HP Pavilion ze4900 | Reference Guide - Page 100
    manage consumption manually 3-3 mode status light 1-5 Index-4 settings 2-2 troubleshooting 6-15 power-saving modes 3-3 printing, troubleshooting 6-18 protecting data 2-16 hard drive 2-15 R RAM cover 1-4 installing 5-9 removing 5-10 troubleshooting 6-9 recharging the battery pack 3-5 reinstalling
  • HP Pavilion ze4900 | Reference Guide - Page 101
    2-5 troubleshooting audio 6-2 battery packs 6-15 CD-ROM drive 6-3 display 6-4 DVD drive 6-3 hard drive 6-5 heat 6-6 infrared 6-7 keyboard 6-7 LAN 6-8 modem 6-10 parallel 6-20 PC Cards 6-13 power 6-15 printing 6-18 RAM (memory) 6-9 serial 6-19 startup 6-20 USB 6-20 wireless 6-22 Reference Guide
  • HP Pavilion ze4900 | Reference Guide - Page 102
    Index turning off notebook 2-2 wireless network connection 4-8 turning on notebook 1-10, 2-2 wireless network connection 4-7 TV Now! One-Touch button 5-5 U updating software 6-29 USB ports location 1-3 troubleshooting 6-20 using BIOS Setup Utility 6-24 V virus-protection software 2-14 volume control
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Reference Guide
HP Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 370697-002
April 2005
This guide explains how to set up, operate, maintain, and
troubleshoot your notebook. It also provides information on
battery pack and power management, external device
connections, and modem and network connections. The last
chapter provides additional reference material on modem
commands, safety, and regulatory information.