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    Startup Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 333953-001 August 2003 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, locate and install the latest versions of HP software, and locate additional information and support. This guide also introduces you to exterior features
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    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. Startup Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Reference Number: nc8000/nw8000 First Edition August
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    Selecting Regional Settings 1-7 Selecting Screen Settings 1-8 Setting Up Wireless LAN 1-8 Setting Up Bluetooth 1-10 Safeguarding the Notebook Support Center in Windows XP 2-3 Contacting Technical Support 2-4 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . . 2-6 Startup Guide iii
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    Contents 3 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components 3-1 Top Components 3-2 Lights 3-5 Left Side Components 3-7 Right Side Components 3-9 Front View Components 3-11 Rear Panel Components 3-12 Bottom Components 3-14 Labels 3-16 Index iv Startup Guide
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    may show imperfections as bright, dim, or dark spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays are free from such battery pack until the notebook has been connected to external AC power. ■ Run the notebook on external AC power, not on battery power, throughout initial setup. Startup Guide
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    pack into the battery bay until it is seated. ✎ If you will not be using the notebook for 2 weeks or more, removing the battery and storing it will prolong its life. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide, "Battery Packs" chapter. 1-2 Startup Guide
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    Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. b. Connect the AC adapter cable 1 to the power connector on the notebook. c. Connect the power cord 2 to the AC adapter. d. Plug the power cord 3 into an electrical outlet. (Power cords and outlets vary by country.) Startup Guide 1-3
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    Hardware and Software Setup 3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1 and lifting the display 2. 4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. 1-4 Startup Guide
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    powers on: ■ The power/standby light turns on. (See "Lights" later in this guide for more information.) ■ The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and the battery light turns on. (The battery light remains on while the battery pack is charging and turns off after the battery pack
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    any variation that may result from the notebook being connected to a network. ■ This guide documents the Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional, and Windows XP Home operating systems. Any other operating systems installed on this notebook after purchase may not match the descriptions and procedures
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    HP utilities without installing them: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software Setup. ■ In Windows XP, system. To access these settings: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Date/Time, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Regional Options. ■ In Windows XP
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    Control Panel > Display > Settings tab. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display > Settings tab. Setting Up Wireless LAN Select notebooks contain wireless LAN devices. The drivers for your wireless LAN devices have been preinstalled on the notebook. The utility
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    Hardware and Software Setup Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows XP An automatic wireless network configuration utility is available on notebooks with Windows XP. This utility is enabled by default. However, if your notebook is equipped with an HP-installed WLAN device, you may prefer to use the
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    network configuration utility, refer to Windows Help and Support. Once the Windows utility has been disabled, refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions, provided with your notebook, for help installing the HP-preloaded utility for your wireless device. Setting Up Bluetooth Select
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    , then select the OK button. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Turn off computer > Turn off. Using the Notebook Safely To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm: ■ Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality
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    for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users, and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive
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    Hardware Guide-contains information specific to your notebook. It includes an illustrated reference to all exterior components and steps for replacing battery packs, using keyboard features and drives, connecting external equipment, and upgrading the notebook. ■ Software Guide-describes HP software
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    Command Set-provides manufacturer's modem commands for advanced users only. ■ Broadcom NetXtreme Ethernet Networking User Guide (for advanced users only). To view a guide: 1. Insert the Documentation Library CD into a CD drive. If Autorun is enabled, the reference library menu displays on the screen
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    cannot solve a notebook problem by using this guide or the supplementary information on the Documentation Library CD (including the Troubleshooting guide), you may need to contact HP. Using the Help and Support Center in Windows XP Notebooks with a Windows XP operating system have a customized Help
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    with System Restore. ■ Improve the performance of your hard drive and battery pack. ■ Download the latest drivers, utilities, software updates, and product documentation for your notebook. ■ View notebook information and diagnose problems. ■ Keep your notebook up-to-date using Windows Update
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    the problem occurred. ■ Error messages that have displayed. ■ Manufacturer and model of any optional printer connected. ■ Operating system version number and registration number. View these numbers in the System Properties window of your operating system. ■ The version of the system ROM installed
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    , and Updates Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System The Windows operating system provided on the notebook is enhanced by HP. These enhancements add features and provide supplementary support for devices such as drives and PC Cards. Read the following caution before installing a retail
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    3 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. Startup Guide 3-1
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    keystroke. ■ QuickLock button (left)-Disables the keyboard and pointing device and clears the display. ■ Wireless On/Off button (middle)-Enables and disables the integrated wireless device(s) on the notebook when these devices are enabled in the software utilities. ■ Presentation Mode button (right
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    that the device utility has been installed and enabled in the software. HP-provided utilities must be installed through Software Setup. For more information, refer in this guide to "Setting Up Wireless LAN" and "Setting Up Bluetooth" or to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions provided
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    chapter to the "Lights" section. Execute indicated system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" chapter. Holds an optional wireless LAN or ISDN device. Ä The FCC does not allow unauthorized
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    Lights Notebook Features Component 1 Num lock 2 Caps lock 3 Scroll lock 4 Wireless On/Off Description On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled. (Continued) Startup Guide 3-5
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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 device in the MultiBay is being accessed. 3-6 Startup Guide
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    Left Side Components Notebook Features Component 1 Security cable slot 2 Exhaust vent 3 Optical disc drive Startup 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. 3-8 Startup 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 supported in all countries. 3-10 Startup 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. Transmit wireless data. Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device when the notebook display is closed. Startup Guide 3-11
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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. Startup Guide 3-13
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    block airflow. Connects the notebook to an optional Port Replicator or an Advanced Port Replicator. Allows 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) 3-14 Startup 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 a MultiBay device. Startup Guide 3-15
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    to use the Bluetooth device while traveling internationally. Bluetooth is not supported 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 device(s) that are available on
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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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    set 2-2 audio line-out jack 3-10 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 3-12 Autorun 2-2 B battery pack battery light 1-5, 3-6 inserting 1-2 primary bay 3-8 bay(s) hard drive 3-15 primary battery 3-8 Bluetooth 1-10, 3-10 Broadcom NetXtreme Ethernet Networking User Guide 2-2 button(s) power 1-4, 3-3 Quick
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    vent 3-7 External MultiBay connector 3-12 F FCC notice 1-12 fn key 3-4 function keys 3-4 H hard drive bay 3-15 Hardware Guide 2-1 headphone jack 3-10 help, technical support 2-4 Hibernation, exiting 3-3 HP telephone numbers 2-4 I infrared port 3-9 inserting battery pack 1-2 J jack(s) microphone
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    3-13 ROM. See system ROM S Safety & Comfort Guide 2-2 safety considerations 1-11 screen settings 1-8 scroll lock light 3-5 SD (Secure Digital) card slot 3-9 security cable slot 3-7 serial connector 3-12 slot(s) PC Card 3-9 primary memory 3-4 SD (Secure Digital) card 3-9 Smart Card Reader, embedded
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    out jack 3-13 system drivers 1-1 T technical support 2-3, 2-4 telephone (RJ-11) jack 3-10 telephone numbers service and support 2-3 worldwide 2-4 TouchPad 3-1 traveling with the notebook Aircraft Power Adapter 3-12 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 3-12 Troubleshooting guide 2-1 turning the notebook
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Startup Guide
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 333953-001
August 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
locate and install the latest versions of HP software, and locate
additional information and support. This guide also introduces
you to exterior features of the notebook.