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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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    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 Number
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    1 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components 1-1 Top Components 1-2 Lights 1-5 Left Side Components 1-7 Right Side Components 1-9 Front View Components 1-11 Rear Panel Components 1-12 Bottom Components 1-14 Labels 1-16 2 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using a Pointing Device 2-1 Using the
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    System Information (fn+esc 2-9 Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys with External Keyboards 2-9 Using Quick Launch Buttons 2-10 Using Keypads 2-12 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 2-12 Using an External Keypad 2-14 3 Battery Packs Running the Notebook on Battery Power 3-1 Identifying Battery
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    5-1 Using the Audio Line-Out Jack 5-2 Using the Microphone Jack 5-3 Adjusting Volume 5-3 Using Video Features 5-4 Using the S-Video Out Jack 5-5 6 Communication Devices Connecting a Modem Cable 6-1 Using the RJ-11 Cable 6-2 Using a Country-Specific Adapter Cable 6-3 Hardware Guide v
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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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    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, press and hold
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    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 MiniPCI devices to be used in this notebook
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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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    is the only available power source has 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
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    2 Exhaust vent 3 Optical disc drive Hardware Guide Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä The purpose of security to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or
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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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    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 below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential
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    Also connects an optional External MultiBay to the notebook 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
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    S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. Connects a network cable. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the notebook on
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    , blanket, 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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    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 device while traveling internationally. (Continued) Hardware Guide
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    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 need
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    2 Pointing Devices 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 pointing stick buttons Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like
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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. Can 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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    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 left and right pointing stick buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse. To change the pointing stick cap: 1. Turn off the notebook
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    and Keyboard Using an External Mouse An external USB mouse can be connected to the notebook using one of the connectors on the back panel. An external PS/2 or USB mouse can be connected to the system through an optional Port Replicator. Setting Pointing Device Preferences Mouse Properties in Windows
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    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 available on your notebook. ■ A shortcut key is a 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 Guide
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    can also toggle images among other devices receiving video information from the notebook. The following five video transmission types, with examples of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey: ■ LCD (notebook display) ■ External VGA (most external monitors) Hardware Guide 2-7
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    , VCRs, and video capture boards with composite-video-in jacks) ■ DVI-D (external monitors that support the DVI-D interface) ✎ Composite video and DVI-D devices can only be connected to the notebook when it is docked in an optional Advanced Port Replicator. Viewing Battery Charge Information (fn
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    system BIOS date is the version number of the system ROM. The BIOS date may display in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2002 F.07. Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys with External Keyboards The following table describes how certain hotkeys and shortcut keys can be used on external keyboards: Notebook
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    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using 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.
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    to presentation mode, which opens a user-defined application, folder, file, or Web site. The image simultaneously displays on the notebook screen and an external device connected to the external monitor connector or S-Video out jack on the rear panel or to connectors on an optional Port Replicator
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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. Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad The 15 keys of the embedded numeric keypad can be used like the keys on
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    is connected to the notebook or to an optional Port Replicator. Switching Key Functions on the Embedded Numeric Keypad You can temporarily switch the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the fn key or the
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    Devices and Keyboard Using an 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: ❏ Setup, select File > 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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    your work in case of a power outage. On the other hand, battery packs in the notebook slowly discharge when the notebook is turned off. For this reason, the primary battery pack is not shipped inside the notebook and must be inserted before the notebook can run on battery power. Hardware Guide 3-1
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    , 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 your
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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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    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, turn the notebook upside down and slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated
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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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    be delayed if a battery pack is new, has not been used for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. When a battery pack is charging, the battery light on the notebook is on. The light turns off when all battery packs in the system are fully charged. Hardware Guide 3-7
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    charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. A new battery pack that has been partially but not fully charged can run the notebook, but the battery charge indicators may be inaccurate. Charging an In-Use Battery Pack To prolong battery life and
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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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    of charge remaining. ■ The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. ■ The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level. For example, the time remaining will decrease when you
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    You can determine the percent of a full charge remaining in a battery pack that is not inserted 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
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    the Power Options window do not affect lights. Identifying Low-Battery Conditions This section explains how to identify low and critical low-battery conditions. Low-Battery Condition When a battery pack that is the sole power source for the notebook reaches a low-battery condition, the battery light
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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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    whether or not the notebook is in use, but charge faster when the notebook is off. To charge the battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack into the 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
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    . ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. 2. Clear the Enable Hibernation check box. The notebook must remain on while the battery pack is being discharged. A battery pack can discharge whether the notebook is off or in use, but it
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    tab. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon > Power Schemes tab. 2. Make a note of the 2 settings in the Plugged In column and the 2 settings in the Running on Batteries column so that you can reset them after the calibration. 3. Use the drop
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    off. You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is off. 2. If the 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
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    speakers, or use the volume buttons to raise and lower system volume. ■ Turn off a device connected to the S-Video-out jack. ■ Run the notebook on external power while formatting a diskette. ■ If you leave your work, initiate Standby or Hibernation or shut down the notebook. 3-18 Hardware Guide
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    > 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 Maximum Battery Mode in Intel SpeedStep (Windows 2000 only). Refer on the
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    the self-discharge rate of a stored battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, place it in a cool, dry place. Use the following 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
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    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 regions, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider
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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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    you mail a drive, ship it in packaging that protects it from shock, vibration, temperature, and high humidity. Label the package "FRAGILE." ✎ Airport security devices that check carry-on luggage placed on a conveyor belt use X-rays instead of magnetics and do not damage drives. 4-2 Hardware Guide
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    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+RW drive ❏ Diskette drive ❏ MultiBay battery Hardware Guide
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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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    notebook 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
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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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    This section describes how to use optical discs in the integrated optical drive. 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 pause is normal as Autorun opens the DVD and WinDVD player. Hardware Guide 4-9
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    Removing an Optical Disc (with Power) To remove a disc when power is 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 Close the media tray and place the disc in a protective case. 4-10 Hardware Guide
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    Removing an Optical Disc (No Power) To remove a disc when power is 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 , place it in a protective case. 4. Close the media tray. Hardware Guide 4-11
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    that plays CDs and DVDs is preloaded, but not preinstalled, on the notebook. You will need to install the software before you can use it. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Software Guide, "Optical Drive Software" chapter. ✎ To create and copy CDs or DVDs, you will
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    medium. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible 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
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    it can be used in the MultiBay. The hard drive assembly (the hard drive inserted into 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
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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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    MultiBay when no device is inside, insert the weight saver in the bay. The weight saver can be inserted or removed while the notebook is on, off, in Standby, or in Hibernation. 1. If the drive has a media tray, remove the media, then close the tray. 2. Stop the drive as instructed in the preceding
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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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    5 Audio 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
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    is also used to connect the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. When connecting a device to the audio line-out jack: ■ Use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug. ■ For best sound quality, use 24-ohm to 32-ohm headphones. ■ The internal speakers are disabled. 5-2 Hardware Guide
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    turns on when the volume is muted. ■ Windows Volume Control ❏ In Windows 2000: the Windows Volume Control icon is displayed on the taskbar. ❏ 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
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    Audio and Video Using Video Features The S-Video out jack connects the notebook to an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. An S-Video connection usually provides a higher quality image than a composite-video connection. If you are
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    2. Connect the other end of the cable 2 to the video device as instructed in the device documentation. ✎ If the S-Video out jack on the notebook is not accessible because the notebook is docked, you can connect the device to the S-Video out jack on the optional Port Replicator. Hardware Guide 5-5
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    an analog telephone line, in some countries, with the use of a country-specific modem adapter. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but are not compatible with the modem. Å WARNING: Connecting the notebook to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. Immediately
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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 the RJ-11 jack on the notebook. Å WARNING: To about using the modem or about using AT commands and dial modifiers, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Modem and Networking guide
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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 circuitry, which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. To connect the
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    Linking to an Infrared Device The notebook is IrDA-compliant-4 megabits per second (Mbps) standard-and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. The infrared port supports both low-speed connections of up to 115 kilobits per second (Kbps) and high-speed
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    or other wireless devices, such as headphones or audio devices, aim at a port. ■ During the transmission, do not move either device and do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam. Using Standby with Infrared Standby is not compatible with infrared transmission. If the notebook is in
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    any software required by the device, such as drivers, refer to the documentation included with the device. To connect a standard external device to the notebook: 1. Turn off the notebook. 2. If you are connecting a powered device, turn off the device. 3. Connect the device to a connector on the
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    that can be used to connect 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
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    and software installation instructions, refer to the documentation included with the device. Enabling USB Legacy Support You must enable USB legacy support to use a USB keyboard, mouse, or hub connected to a USB connector on the notebook during startup or in a non-Windows application or utility
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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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    you 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
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    button into position for releasing the PC Card. 3. Release the PC Card by pressing the extended PC Card eject button 1. 4. Gently pull out the card 2. ✎ An inserted PC Card uses power even when not in use. To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when you are not using it. Hardware Guide 8-3
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    : ■ Use minimal pressure when inserting an SD Card into an SD Card slot. ■ Do not move or transport the notebook while an SD Card is inserted. To insert an SD Card: 1. Insert the SD Card into the SD Card slot. 2. Push the card firmly into the slot until it clicks into place. 8-4 Hardware Guide
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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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    Regulatory 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
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    any battery packs in the notebook. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not turn on the notebook or reconnect any external cables during this procedure. 5. Turn the notebook upside down and remove the keyboard access screw. 6. Turn the notebook top
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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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    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 has been removed, place it in
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    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. ✎ 10. Push the memory module 2 down until the retention clips snap into place. 8-10 Hardware
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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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    experience problems with Hibernation after increasing RAM, verify that your hard drive has enough free space to accommodate the larger Hibernation file. ■ To display the amount of RAM in the system: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > General tab. ❏ In Windows XP
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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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    Specifications Modem Specifications This notebook has been 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
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    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 line-out jack 1-10
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    running notebook on 3-1 switching 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
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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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    3-12 and removing a hard drive 4-5 exiting 1-2, 3-13 file space requirements for 8-12 initiating 2-7 hotkeys defined 2-5 shortcut reference to commands 2-6 with external keyboards 2-9 hub, USB 7-3 I increasing RAM 8-12 infrared linking to a device 6-5 port 1-9 transmissions 6-6 using Standby with
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    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 removing battery pack 3-5 MultiBay battery pack, defined 3-2 See also battery packs; battery power MultiBay hard drive adapter 4-14 MultiBay hard drive
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    1-12 Power Meter (Windows) 3-9 power/Standby light 1-5 powered USB 1-12 presentation mode button 2-11 primary battery 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
  • HP Nc8000 | Hardware Guide - Page 116
    5-1 specifications, notebook 9-1 Standby and critical low-battery condition 3-12 and removing a hard drive 4-5 exiting 1-2, 2-7 initiating with hotkey 2-6, 2-7 using with infrared 6-6 stereo speaker/headphone (line-out) jack 5-1 S-Video devices 5-4 S-Video out jack 1-13 switching display and image
  • HP Nc8000 | Hardware Guide - Page 117
    5-4 video devices switching image to or from 7-2 video devices, switching image to or from 2-6 volume adjusting 5-2 buttons 1-11 W weight saver 4-18 Windows applications key 1-3 wireless (802.11 and Bluetooth) On/Off button 2-11 On/Off light 1-2 Z zoomed video PC Card 8-1 Index-8 Hardware Guide
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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.