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    Hardware Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 333955-001 August 2003 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features, including connectors for external devices. It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with
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    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. Hardware Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition August 2003 Reference Number: nc8000/nw8000 Document Part
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    External Mouse 2-4 Setting Pointing Device Preferences 2-4 Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys 2-5 Identifying fn and Function Keys 2-5 Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference 2-6 Initiating Standby (fn+f3 2-7 Switching Displays (fn+f4 2-7 Viewing Battery Charge Information (fn+f8 2-8 Decreasing
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    on Battery Power 3-1 Identifying Battery Packs 3-2 Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack 3-3 Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack 3-5 Charging a Battery Pack 3-7 Charging a New Battery Pack 3-8 Charging an In-Use Battery Pack 3-8 Charging a Primary and MultiBay Battery Pack
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    Locating Optical Disc Software 4-12 Initiating Standby or Hibernation 4-12 MultiBay Drive 4-13 Identifying the MultiBay Activity Light 4-13 Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 4-14 Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 4-17 Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 4-18 5 Audio and Video Using Audio
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    Card 8-3 Using SD Cards 8-4 Inserting an SD Card 8-4 Removing an SD Card 8-5 Adding and Upgrading Memory Modules 8-6 Effects of Increasing Memory 8-12 9 Specifications Notebook Dimensions 9-1 Operating Environment 9-2 Rated Input Power 9-2 Modem Specifications 9-3 Index vi Hardware Guide
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    1 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components Component 1 Pointing stick 2 Left and right pointing stick buttons 3 TouchPad 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Description Moves such as scrolling and double-clicking. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Hardware Guide 1-1
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    Buttons," in Chapter 2 of this guide. When the notebook is: ■ Off, press and release to turn on the notebook. ■ In Standby, press and release to exit Standby. ■ In Hibernation, press and release to exit Hibernation. If the system has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used
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    chapter to the "Lights" section. Execute indicated system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Refer to "Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys," in Chapter 2 of this guide. Holds an optional wireless LAN (WLAN) or ISDN device. 8 Applications key Ä The FCC does not allow unauthorized
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    Notebook Features Component 9 Display latch recess Memory compartment (not shown; located under the keyboard) Description Secures the display when the notebook is closed. Contains one primary memory module slot (populated) and one expansion slot. 1-4 Hardware Guide
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    An integrated wireless device has been enabled. On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. ✎ The power/standby light also blinks when a battery pack that is the only available power source reaches a critical low-battery condition. The light turns off when the system enters Hibernation
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    reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking more quickly. On: One of the following integrated drives is being accessed: ■ Hard drive ■ Optical drive On: A drive in the MultiBay is being accessed. 1-6 Hardware Guide
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    Left Side Components Notebook Features Component 1 Security cable slot 2 Exhaust vent 3 Optical disc drive Hardware Guide Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the
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    Notebook Features Component 4 Optical disc drive eject button 5 Battery bay Description Opens the optical disc drive when pressed. Holds the primary battery pack. Battery pack ships outside the notebook. 1-8 Hardware Guide
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    . Support optional Type I, Type II, or Type III 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. ✎ In select notebooks, one PC Card slot may be replaced with a factory-installed Smart Card Reader. Accepts SD memory card. Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device
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    cable. Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Connects an optional monaural microphone. Supports an optional MultiBay device, such as a drive or battery pack. Holds a Bluetooth device. ✎ Bluetooth is not available in all countries. 1-10 Hardware Guide
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    system volume. Press the volume up button (on right) to increase sound. Press the volume down button (on left) to decrease sound. 5 Wireless antennae (2) Transmit wireless data. Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is closed. Hardware Guide 1-11
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    using the External MultiBay-powered USB cable. 3 1394 connector Connects a device that requires high bandwidth, such as a digital camera or other video or audio device. 4 Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger or Aircraft Power Adapter. 5 Serial
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    : Intake vent Description Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. , such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing may block airflow. Hardware Guide 1-13
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    , rug, or thick clothing may block airflow. Connects the notebook to an optional Port Replicator. Allow you to remove the keyboard in order to access system memory. Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Holds a standard size business card. (Continued) 1-14 Hardware Guide
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    Component 6 Hard drive cover latch 7 Hard drive bay 8 MultiBay release latch Notebook Features Description Releases the cover on the hard drive bay. Holds the primary hard drive. Allows removal of the MultiBay drive. Hardware Guide 1-15
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    not available in all countries. Contains your Product Key number, which will be needed to update or troubleshoot your operating system. Provides regulatory information about the wireless LAN (WLAN) device(s) that are available on some notebook models. ✎ You will need this information to use the WLAN
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    Label 4 Serial number label 5 System label 6 Modem label Notebook Features Description Identifies the notebook. You may need this number if you call customer support. Provides regulatory information about the notebook. Lists the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. ✎ You will
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    and Keyboard Using a Pointing Device By default, the pointing stick and TouchPad components can be used interchangeably. I Component 1 Pointing stick 2 Left and right activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. (Continued) Hardware Guide 2-1
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Component 3 TouchPad 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen mouse functions, such as scrolling and double-clicking. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. 2-2 Hardware Guide
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using the Pointing Stick To move the pointer, press the pointing stick in the direction you want to move the pointer. Use the the pointer to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Hardware Guide 2-3
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    mouse speed preferences and mouse trails, are also found in the Mouse Properties window. To access Mouse Properties: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Mouse icon. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse icon. 2-4 Hardware Guide
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys Hotkeys and shortcut keys, which are preset combinations of the fn key and another key, execute specific system functions. Identifying fn and Function Keys combination of the fn key and a key other than a function key. Hardware Guide 2-5
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    fn+f4 notebook display and external display View battery information fn+f8 Decrease the screen fn+f9 brightness Increase the screen fn+f10 brightness Display system information fn+esc Key Combination to Deactivate Function Press power button fn+f4 fn+f8 N/A N/A fn+esc 2-6 Hardware
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Initiating Standby (fn+f3) ■ When the notebook is on, press the fn+f3 hotkey to initiate Standby. When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved. While the notebook is in Standby, the Power/
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    are charging and reports the amount of charge remaining in each battery pack. Battery pack locations are indicated by number: ■ Location 1 is the primary battery pack. ■ Location 2 is the MultiBay battery pack. Decreasing Screen Brightness (fn+f9) Press fn+f9 to decrease screen brightness. Hold
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    Devices and Keyboard Displaying System Information (fn+esc) Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers. Press fn+esc a second time to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM
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    Quick Launch Buttons The 3 Quick Launch buttons enable you to execute specific system functions with a single keystroke. Quick Launch button descriptions Component 1 QuickLock button Description Disables the keyboard and pointing device and clears the display. Before you can use QuickLock, you
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    Presentation Mode button Description Turns the wireless LAN and optional Bluetooth device on and off when these devices are enabled in the software The image simultaneously displays on the notebook screen and an external device connected to the external monitor connector or S-Video out jack on
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Keypads The notebook has an embedded numeric keypad and supports an optional external keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Component 1 fn key 2 Num lock light 3 Num lock key 4 Embedded numeric keypad 2-12 Hardware Guide
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Enabling and Disabling the Embedded Numeric Keypad Press fn+num lk to enable the embedded numeric keypad. The num lock light turns on the keypad is on: ❏ Press and hold the fn key to type in lowercase. ❏ Press and hold fn+shift to type in uppercase. Hardware Guide 2-13
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    : 1. Turn on or restart the notebook. 2. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 3. Select Advanced > Device Options, then press enter. 2-14 Hardware Guide
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard 4. Select or clear the Num Lock State at Boot field: ❏ To enable num lock mode on Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set when you exit Computer Setup and take effect when the notebook restarts. Hardware Guide 2-15
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    . For example, if the notebook contains a charged battery pack and is running on external power supplied through the AC adapter, the notebook will switch to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the notebook. You can leave a battery pack in the notebook or in storage, depending on how
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    work, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, "Power" chapter. ✎ Only compatible AC adapters and battery packs should be used with the notebook. For additional information, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com, or use the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with
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    Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated. Hardware Guide
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    Battery Packs To remove a battery pack, turn the notebook upside down. Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 as you pull the battery pack 2 from the battery bay. 3-4 Hardware Guide
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    loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, turn the notebook upside down and slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated. Hardware Guide 3-5
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    the battery pack 2 from the MultiBay. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the MultiBay when no device is in the MultiBay, insert the weight saver to protect the bay opening. The weight saver can be inserted or removed while the notebook is on, off, in Standby, or in Hibernation. 3-6 Hardware Guide
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    whenever the notebook is connected to external power through an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. ✎ An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can be used to run the notebook, but it cannot be used to charge a battery pack. A Battery pack can charge whether the notebook is off
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    a battery pack, charge it fully. Charging a Primary and MultiBay Battery Pack If a primary battery pack is in the battery bay and a MultiBay battery pack is in the MultiBay, the primary battery pack is the first to charge and the MultiBay battery pack is the first to discharge. 3-8 Hardware Guide
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    the status of any battery pack in the notebook: ■ Select the Power Meter icon on the taskbar. ■ Access the Power Meter tab. To access the Power Meter tab: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options icon > Power Meter tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel
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    to provide power at the current level. For example, the time remaining will decrease when you start playing a DVD and will increase when you stop playing a DVD. Most charge displays identify battery packs by location. ■ Location 1 is the primary battery bay. ■ Location 2 is the MultiBay. On some
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    into the notebook by using the battery Quick Check feature. MultiBay battery packs have battery Quick Check. Primary battery packs do not. To display the percent of a full charge remaining in a MultiBay battery pack, press the Quick Check button 1 on the MultiBay battery pack. The Quick Check lights
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    Battery Packs Managing Low-Battery Conditions Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be changed in the Power Options window of the operating system. The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Preferences set in the Power Options
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    and shut down the notebook. When the Notebook Cannot Exit Hibernation To resolve a low-battery condition when the notebook lacks power to exit Hibernation: 1. Insert a charged battery pack or connect to external power. 2. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Hardware Guide 3-13
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    notebook. 2. Connect the notebook to an AC outlet or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. The battery light on the notebook turns on. 3. Leave the notebook connected to external power until the battery pack is fully charged. The battery light on the notebook turns off. 3-14 Hardware Guide
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    Battery Packs Discharging the Battery Pack Before you begin a full discharge, disable Hibernation. To disable Hibernation: 1. Open the Power Options window: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Hibernate tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel >
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    a battery pack: 1. Select the power icon on the taskbar, or access the Power Schemes tab: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Power Schemes tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon > Power
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    notebook is off, turn it on when the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light turns off. 3. Access the Power Schemes tab: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Power Schemes tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
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    : ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external devices you are not using that are not connected to an external power source. ■ Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using. ■ Remove a CD or DVD you are not
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    tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display icon > Screen Saver tab. ■ Select a Power Scheme with low power-use settings through the operating system. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, "Power" chapter. ■ Select Battery Optimized or
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    table to estimate how long you can safely store a battery pack. The storage times provided are based on a battery pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge. A fully charged battery pack can be safely stored for longer times; a battery pack containing a lower charge can be safely stored for less
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    , call the telephone number listed for your location in the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook. ■ In Europe, dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP, your authorized HP partners, or their agents. ■ In other
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    4 Drives Caring for Drives Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply. Hardware Guide 4-1
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    the primary hard drive (the hard drive in the hard drive bay) guide on the Documentation Library CD. ■ Avoid exposing a drive or a diskette to devices with magnetic fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. The airport security devices
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    hard drive bay supports only a hard drive. The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. ■ The MultiBay supports any MultiBay device, including the following: ❏ Hard drive (inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) ❏ CD or CD-RW drive ❏ DVD or DVD/CD-RW combination drive ❏ DVD
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    Drives Hard Drive This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook. Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light The hard drive activity light turns on when the primary hard drive or integrated optical drive is being accessed. 4-4 Hardware Guide
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    on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the notebook through the operating system. To remove the primary hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Shut down the notebook and close the display. 3. Turn the notebook upside down. 4. Remove the hard drive cover retaining screw. Hardware Guide 4-5
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    Drives 5. Slide the hard drive latch 1 forward to open the hard drive compartment, and remove the hard drive cover 2. 6. Lift the hard drive and remove it from the compartment. 4-6 Hardware Guide
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    Drives To replace the primary hard drive: 1. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive compartment. 2. Replace the hard drive cover and push down until the cover is latched into place. Hardware Guide 4-7
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    Drives 3. Replace the hard drive cover retaining screw. 4-8 Hardware Guide
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    . Inserting an Optical Disc 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull the tray 2 out until it is fully extended. Position a CD or DVD over the tray with the label side up. 4. Gently press the disc 3 onto the tray spindle until the
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    available: 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray 2 out until it is fully extended. 3. Remove the disc 3 the disc as you remove it. 4. Close the media tray and place the disc in a protective case. 4-10 Hardware Guide
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    unavailable: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the manual eject recess in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press gently on the paper clip until the media tray is released, then pull out the tray To protect the disc, place it in a protective case. 4. Close the media tray. Hardware Guide 4-11
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    disc when Autorun is not enabled: 1. Click Start > Run, then type: X: where X = the designation of the drive containing the disc. 2. Press enter. Locating Optical Disc Software Software that plays CDs and DVDs is preloaded, but not preinstalled, on the notebook. You will need to install the software
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    video degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while playing any media. MultiBay Drive This section explains how to use drives in the MultiBay on the notebook. Identifying the MultiBay Activity Light The MultiBay light turns on when any
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    the MultiBay adapter) is then inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay device. Inserting a Hard Drive into the Adapter To insert a hard drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter: 1. Slide the 2 adapter selection switches into position 1. 4-14 Hardware Guide
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    Drives 2. Lower the drive into the adapter, then slide the connectors on the drive toward the connectors in the adapter until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Hardware Guide 4-15
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    Drives Removing a Hard Drive from the Adapter To remove a hard drive from a MultiBay hard drive adapter: 1. Slide the adapter release latches to the left. 2. Gently disengage the drive by sliding it away from the connectors on the adapter, then remove the drive. 4-16 Hardware Guide
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    the MultiBay, insert the drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter as described earlier in this chapter. Turn the notebook upside down. With the connector on the drive or drive assembly facing the MultiBay, slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated. Hardware Guide 4-17
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    . ■ Windows XP-Select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, then select the drive you want to remove. When it is safe to remove the drive, a message is displayed. (To display taskbar icons, select Show Hidden Icons in the system tray.) Ä CAUTION: To protect the MultiBay when no device is
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    Drives 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch 1 toward the side of the notebook. 5. Pull the drive or drive assembly 2 out of the MultiBay. Hardware Guide 4-19
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    and Video Using Audio Features The notebook includes the audio components described in the following table. Audio Component 1 Speakers (2) 2 Mute button 3 Volume control buttons Function Produce system sound. Mutes the system volume. Increase and decrease system volume. Press the volume up button
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    and Video Audio Component 4 Audio line-out jack 5 Microphone jack Function Connects powered stereo speakers, headphones, a headset, or an audio/visual device such as a television or VCR. ✎ Internal speakers are muted when a headphone is connected to the line-out jack. Connects an optional monaural
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    In Windows XP: a. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. b. Select the Volume tab. c. Select the check box for Place Volume Icon in the Taskbar. d. Select the OK button. ✎ Volume can also be adjusted within some applications. Hardware Guide 5-3
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    than a composite-video connection. If you are combining audio and video functions, such as playing a movie from a DVD to a television, you will need a standard audio cable, available from most electronics retailers. The notebook can support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack while
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    Audio and Video Using the S-Video Out Jack To transmit video signals through the S-Video out jack, you need an S-Video cable available from most electronics retailers. To connect a video device of the cable 2 to the video device as instructed in the device documentation. ✎ If the S-Video out jack
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    Devices Connecting a Modem Cable A modem cable, which has a 6-pin RJ-11 connector at each end, must be connected to an analog telephone line, in some countries, with the use of a country-specific modem adapter. Jacks for digital PBX systems end of the cable toward the notebook. Hardware Guide 6-1
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    Communication Devices Using the RJ-11 Cable To connect an RJ-11 modem cable: 1. Plug the modem cable 1 into commands and dial modifiers, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Modem and Networking guide or the Modem Command Guidelines (Advanced Users Only), provided in English. 6-2 Hardware
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    Devices Using a Country-Specific Adapter Cable Telephone jacks vary by country. To use the modem and the RJ-11 cable outside the country in which you purchased the notebook, you must obtain a country-specific modem adapter. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Modem and Networking guide
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    Communication Devices Connecting a Network Cable A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 connector at each end. If the network cable contains noise suppression . 2. Plug the other end of the cable 2 into a network jack. 3. Start or restart the notebook. 4. Connect to the network. 6-4 Hardware Guide
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    another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. The infrared port supports both low-speed devices, and applications used. Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and require an unobstructed line of sight path. Linking to an infrared device Hardware Guide
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    system Help file. To set up infrared devices for optimal transmission: ■ Prepare the infrared ports on both devices for transmission. ■ Position the devices wireless devices, such as headphones or audio devices, aim at a port. ■ During the transmission, do not move either device the power button. Guide
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    and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■ For information about installing or loading any software required by the device, such as drivers, refer to the
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    external devices, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the notebook. The notebook has a standard USB connector 1 and a self-powered USB connector 2 that connects an optional external MultiBay. The USB connectors support USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. 7-2 Hardware Guide
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    . 2. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 3. Select Advanced menu > Device Options. 4. Select Enable USB legacy support. 5. To save your preference and exit
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    Connecting an Optional External MultiBay An external MultiBay connects to the notebook by way of the self-powered USB connector and enables you to use MultiBay drives. For more information about the external MultiBay, refer to the documentation that is included with the device. 7-4 Hardware Guide
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    External Devices Connecting an Optional Cable Lock ✎ The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the into the security cable lock. 3. Insert the cable lock 2 into the security cable slot 3. 4. Lock it with the cable lock key. Hardware Guide 7-5
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    CD to the Software Guide, "Software Updates and Restorations" chapter. Using PC Cards A PC Card is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). ■ The notebook supports 32-bit CardBus and
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    may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ■ Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that may also be
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    work or an unresponsive system, stop the PC Card before removing it. 1. Stop the PC Card. ❏ In Windows 2000, select the Unplug or Eject icon in the taskbar, then stop the card you plan to remove. When the card can be safely removed, a message is displayed. ❏ In Windows XP, select the Safely Remove
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    Hardware Upgrades Using SD Cards Secure Digital (SD) cards are removable postage stamp-sized CompactFlash storage devices that provide a convenient method of storing data and sharing it with other devices such as PDAs, cameras, and other SD-equipped PCs. Inserting an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent
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    Hardware Upgrades Removing an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or system lockup, stop the SD Card before removing it. To remove an SD Card: 1. Close all files and applications using the SD Card. 2. Stop the SD Card. ❏ In Windows 2000, select the Unplug or Eject icon in the task bar, then
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    and Safety Notices guide. The notebook has 2 memory slots located under the keyboard. One memory slot is populated at the factory. The other slot can be used for memory expansion. The notebook supports DDR 266 and 334 memory SIMS cards. The memory capacity of the notebook can be upgraded by adding
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    Hardware Upgrades 4. Remove any battery packs in the notebook. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not turn the notebook upside down and remove the keyboard access screw. 6. Turn the notebook top side up and open the display. Hardware Guide 8-7
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    Hardware Upgrades 7. Unlatch the 4 keyboard release latches 1 to release the keyboard, then tilt the keyboard 2 and remove it from the notebook. 8-8 Hardware Guide
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    Hardware Upgrades 8. Remove an existing module, if needed. If not needed, proceed to step 9. a. Pull the retention clips away from the memory module 1. b. Lift the edge of the memory module 2 and slide it gently out of the memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle. ✎ To protect a module after it
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    Hardware Upgrades 9. Insert the new memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module 1 with the keyed area in the expansion slot. b. Insert the memory module 1 into the empty memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle. Then slide it gently into place until it is seated while tilted. ✎
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    Hardware Upgrades 11. Replace the keyboard and snap the 4 keyboard release latches back into place. 12. Replace the keyboard access screw on the bottom of the notebook. 13. Replace any battery packs. 14. Reconnect any external cables and turn on the notebook. Hardware Guide 8-11
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    Hardware Upgrades Effects of Increasing Memory When random access memory (RAM) increases, the operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the Hibernation file. If you experience problems with Hibernation after increasing RAM, verify that your hard drive has enough free space to
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    Specifications The information in this chapter may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme environments. ✎ Only compatible AC adapters and battery packs should be used with the notebook. For additional information, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp
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    Power Rating Operating voltage 100-120/220-240 VAC RMS Operating current 1.6/0.8 A RMS Operating frequency range 50-60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18.5V MAX This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms. 9-2 Hardware Guide
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    tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. For additional governmental agency information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide. Factor Specification Temperature Operating 0° to 75° C (32° to 167° F) Storage -40° to 75
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    AC power, switching to and from 3-1 adapter for hard drive. See MultiBay hard drive adapter adapter, modem 6-3 Aircraft Power Adapter 1-12 connecting 3-13 tasks supported by 3-7 airport security devices 4-2 analog vs. digital line 6-1 applications key 1-3 audio devices, connecting external 5-1 audio
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    to and from 3-1 See also battery packs bay(s) hard drive 1-15 primary battery 1-8 bay. See battery bay; external diskette drive bay; hard drive bay; MultiBay; Bluetooth 1-10, 2-11 brightness, display 2-6 button(s) mute 2-11 PC Card eject 8-3 pointing stick 2-1 power 1-2 Presentation Mode 2-11 Quick
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    -specific modem adapter 6-3 critical low-battery condition identifying 3-12 restoring from 3-13 D DC power connector 1-12 device drivers 7-1, 8-2 digital vs. analog line 6-1 discharge sequence 3-8 disk/diskette, displaying contents 4-12 diskette drive inserting into MultiBay 4-17 locations supported
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    Index H hard drive activity light 4-4 bay 1-15 inserting into hard drive adapter 4-14 inserting into MultiBay 4-17 locations supported 4-3 MultiBay vs. primary 4-3 removing 4-5 removing from hard drive adapter 4-14 replacing 4-5 retaining screw 4-5 See also drives hard drive bay device 4-3
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    country-specific adapter 6-3 jack 1-10 Modem and Networking guide 6-2 Modem Command Guidelines (Advanced Users Only) 6-2 monitor, external connecting 7-1 using with other video devices 5-4 mouse, external 2-4 MultiBay 1-10 devices supported 3-2, 4-3 inserting battery pack 3-5 inserting drive 4-17
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    pack, defined 3-2 See also battery packs; battery power primary hard drive, defined 4-3 See also drives; hard drive projector, connecting 7-1 Q Quick Launch buttons 1-2, 2-10 R RAM (Random Access Memory) 8-12 Regulatory and Safety Notices 9-3 RJ-11 jack 1-10 modem cable 6-2 Index-6 Hardware Guide
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    memory 1-4 SD (Secure Digital) card 1-9 SD Card 8-4 smart card reader, embedded 1-9 software modem 3-18 Power Meter (Windows) 3-9 SpeedStep (Windows 2000) 3-19 speakers 1-11 speakers, external connecting 5-2 stereo speaker/headphone (line-out) jack 5-1 speakers, internal stereo 5-1 specifications
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    notebook Aircraft Power Adapter 1-12, 3-13 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 1-12, 3-13 battery pack temperature considerations 3-20 protecting hardware connectors 8-2, 8-4 Types I, II, and III PC Cards 8-1 U USB connectors 1-12, 7-3 devices 7-3 hubs 7-3 legacy support 7-3 with power connector 1-12
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Hardware Guide
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 333955-001
August 2003
This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware
features, including connectors for external devices. It also
includes power and environmental specifications, which may
be helpful when traveling with the notebook.