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    Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 333956-001 August 2003 This guide provides settings and procedures for managing notebook power and security. It also provides instructions for obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help detect, solve, and prevent problems
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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. Software Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition August 2003 Reference Number: nc8000/nw8000 Document Part Number
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    2-4 When Using Infrared Communication or Drive Media 2-5 Using the Default Power Settings 2-5 Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off 2-6 Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation 2-7 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 2-9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 2-10 Software Guide iii
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    3-12 Removing DriveLock Protection 3-13 Disabling a Device 3-14 Using HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager . . 3-15 Using System Information 3-15 Setting System Information Options 3-16 Using the Smart Card Reader 3-16 Safeguarding your Smart Card Reader 3-17 iv Software Guide
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    Contents 4 Optical Drive Software Using CDs and DVDs 4-1 Protecting Playback 4-1 Observing the Copyright Warning 4-2 Playing Audio and Video CDs with Windows Media Player 4-2 Playing a CD 4-2 Accessing Windows Media Player Help 4-3 Playing Video CDs and DVDs with Intervideo WinDVD 4-3
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    6-2 Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup 7-3 Using Presentation Mode 7-4 8 Computer Setup Using Computer Support Software CD 9-2 Accessing Notebook Information 9-2 Downloading Software from the Internet 9-3 Downloading System ROM 9-4 Downloading Other Software 9-5 vi Software Guide
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    Contents System Recovery 9-6 Safeguarding Your Data 9-6 Setting System Restore Points (Windows XP Only 9-6 Repairing the Operating System 9-7 Reinstalling the Operating System 9-8 Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software . . . 9-9 Index Software Guide vii
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    To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct device drivers install, follow these guidelines during software setup: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook. ■ Do not remove or insert a drive. ■ After you begin the software setup, you must
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    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 provided in this guide. ■ This guide documents the category view that is used by default in Windows XP
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    you want to install and follow the instructions on the screen. To view the descriptions and space requirements of preloaded HP utilities without installing them: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software Setup. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software Setup. After
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    > Display > Settings tab. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display > Settings tab. Setting Up Wireless LAN and Bluetooth If your notebook is equipped with wireless LAN (WLAN) or Bluetooth, you must configure these devices before using them. For information on
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    ■ Run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord. Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, your
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    in most software applications Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook Install or modify system software or write to a CD Recommended Power Source ■ Charged battery pack in the notebook ■ External power supplied through one of the following devices: ❐ AC adapter ❐ Optional Port Replicator
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    flashes. Ä CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your notebook in Standby for extended periods. Connect the notebook to an external power source. Hibernation Hibernation saves your work to a Hibernation file on the hard drive, then shuts down the notebook. When you resume from
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    ■ Do not dock or undock the notebook in a Port Replicator. ■ Do not add or remove memory modules. ■ Do not insert or remove any hard drives. ■ Do not connect or disconnect external devices. ■ Do not insert or remove a PC Card or a Secure Digital (SD) card. Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown
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    . If the battery pack fails, Hibernation saves your work to a Hibernation file and shuts down the notebook. HP recommends that if you pause your work when the power supply is uncertain, initiate Hibernation, shut down the notebook, or save your work and then initiate Standby. 2-4 Software Guide
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    initiate Standby or Hibernation while using drive media. Doing so may result in possible video and audio degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality. Using the Default Power Settings The following tables describe the factory power settings on the notebook. You can change many of
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    . Closing the notebook activates the display switch, which turns off the display. This conserves battery power. *If the system is unresponsive and you are unable to shut down the notebook with these procedures, refer in this chapter to "Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures." 2-6 Software Guide
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    . ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Hibernate. (If the Hibernate option is not displayed, press and hold the shift key.) ■ If Hibernation has been configured, briefly press the power button. No action required. ■ If the notebook is running on battery power, the system initiates
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    Press the power button. ✎ If the system initiated Hibernation because of a critical low-battery condition, connect external power or insert a charged battery pack before you press the power button. Result ■ The power/standby light turns on. ■ Your work returns to the screen. 2-8 Software Guide
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    the OK button. ❐ In Windows XP, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Standby. (If the Standby option is not displayed, press the shift key.) No action required. ■ If the notebook is running on battery power, the system initiates Standby after 10 minutes of notebook inactivity. (Default setting) ■ If
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    are unable to use normal Windows shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Select Shutdown. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack. For
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    > Control Panel > Power Options. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. Displaying the Power Meter Icon The Power Meter icon is on your taskbar by default. The icon changes shape to indicate whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or
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    Power Schemes tab in the Power Options window assigns power levels to system components. You can assign different schemes depending on whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or external power. You can also set a power scheme that initiates Standby or turns off the display or hard drive
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    source changes from external power to battery pack power, or when the notebook use changes between active and idle. Processor performance controls vary depending on the operating system. Windows 2000 Processor Controls Windows 2000 notebooks with Intel Mobile processor with SpeedStep technology
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    speed to provide an optimal balance between energy conservation and performance. The notebook can run in any of the performance modes while it is operating on external power or on battery power. Setting SpeedStep Preferences (Windows 2000) SpeedStep settings can be accessed from the SpeedStep
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    To open the SpeedStep window in Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Intel SpeedStep technology tab. Then set your preferences according to the following table. Preference Assign a performance mode that applies when the notebook is running on battery power. Assign
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    the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set when you exit Computer Setup and take effect when the notebook restarts. Windows XP Processor Controls In Windows XP, processor performance controls are included with the operating system and are managed in the Power Options window. 2-16
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    specific processor state. Different states may be used, depending on whether the notebook is running on external or battery power. Once a power scheme has been set, no other intervention is required to control the performance of your notebook processor. Power Scheme Home/Office Desk Portable/Laptop
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    demand. Processor Performance while on Battery Power Always runs at the highest performance state. Performance state is determined based on CPU demand. Starts at lowest performance state, then uses linear performance reduction (stop-clock throttling) as the battery discharges. 2-18 Software Guide
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    to the Windows operating system security measures, the notebook provides the guide. To Protect Against Unauthorized use of the notebook Unauthorized access to the Computer Setup utility (f10) Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive Use This Security Feature Power-on password HP
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    is only supported on certain Smart Card Readers. For more information on Smart Cards, refer to "Using the Smart Card Reader," later in this chapter. Unauthorized access of data Embedded Security Chip ✎ This feature is only available on select notebook models. For more information, refer to the HP
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    are set in Computer Setup. Because Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility, it does not support the pointing devices on your notebook. When using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your notebook to navigate and make selections. Refer in this guide to the "Computer Setup" chapter for details
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    from the drive. Smart Card password Stores the Windows Administrator and User passwords and is used to access Windows during startup on notebooks. Power-on and HP Administrator passwords can be stored on Smart Cards if the Smart Card Reader supports this functionality. *HP Passwords must
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    are not interchangeable. You must use an HP password at an HP password prompt and a Windows password at a Windows password prompt. For example: ■ If a power-on password is set, the power-on password (not a Windows password) must be entered when the notebook starts up or resumes from Hibernation
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    Library CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" chapter.) Understanding Power-On Passwords A power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the notebook. Once set, a power-on password must be entered each time the notebook is turned on or restarted. A power-on password: ■ Does not
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    3. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to 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. Entering Power-On Passwords At the power-on password prompt, type your
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    protects the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Setup. After it is set, this password must be entered to access Computer Setup. The HP Administrator password: ■ Is not interchangeable with a Windows Administrator password, although both can use the same word or
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    Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the notebook. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu > Administrator
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    user of the protected hard drive. The owner of the master password may be a system administrator or the day-to-day user. ■ A user password and a master password can be the same word. ✎ When you start the notebook from a hard drive protected with DriveLock, and your power-on and DriveLock passwords
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    used in the hard drive bay.) To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must shut down, then turn on the notebook. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by pressing the power
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    used in the hard drive bay.) To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must shut down, then turn on the notebook. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by pressing the power
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    on the notebook. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by pressing the power button. If your work returns to the screen, shut down the notebook. 2. Be sure that the hard drive is inserted
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    and drives. 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the notebook. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 2. Select the Security menu > Device Security
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    , refer to the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Getting Started guide, included with notebooks containing the Embedded Security Chip. (This guide is not provided in all languages.) Using System Information System information provides details about your notebook and battery pack. The following
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    necessary to install the driver. The Smart Card Reader is used with industry-standard Smart Cards designed to work with Windows 2000 and Windows XP Professional operating systems. Smart Cards are available from a variety of manufacturers and service providers. Smart Cards can provide functions such
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    you to restrict unauthorized access to your Smart Card and Smart Card Reader. To download this utility and find out more about ProtectTools, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/products/security. For instructions on using HP ProtectTools Smart Card Manager, refer to the Help menu in the
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    or remove a device while running multimedia applications, because the application may pause or stop playing. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible video and audio degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while using drive media. If Hibernation
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    , including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. This notebook should not be used for such purposes. Playing Audio and Video CDs with Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player application is a program included with the operating system. Playing a CD To play a CD, follow
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    . 2. Select Help on the Windows Media Player menu bar. Playing Video CDs and DVDs with Intervideo WinDVD InterVideo WinDVD is an application that enables you to play video CDs and DVD movies. WinDVD is preloaded, but not preinstalled, on the notebook. Installing WinDVD HP recommends that you install
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    Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD > InterVideo WinDVD For more information about using WinDVD, select Help on the WinDVD menu bar. Playing Video CDs and DVDs In addition to the instructions in the WinDVD Player Help file, the following tips may be useful: ■ If your system
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    change. To change the region setting on a drive medium: 1. Open WinDVD by doing one of the following. ❏ Select the WinDVD Player icon on the taskbar. ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > InterVideo WinDVD > InterVideo WinDVD. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD
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    DVDs Using InterVideo WinDVD Creator," later in this chapter. When Easy CD & DVD Creator is installed on your notebook model, a Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 icon is displayed at the following location: ■ In Windows 2000, Start > Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6. ■ In Windows XP, Start
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    hard drive. "drag and drop" files to a CD or DVD and automatically record data as you would with a floppy disk. Drag-to-Disc does not copy and burn audio files. create personalized labels for your discs. ✎ Additional applications that appear in the Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 online User's Guide
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    a CD or network drive to your hard drive, then copy from your hard drive to the CD. ■ Do not type on the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while the notebook is writing to a CD. The write process is sensitive to vibration. Choosing Recording Media HP recommends using high-quality media that
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    disc to use it again. To manually format a disc so that it can be used in Creator Classic or Disc Copier: 1. Insert a disc into the optical drive. 2. Open Drag-to-Disc: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 > Drag-to-Disc. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start
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    media created with Drag-to-Disc: 1. Insert the CD into the optical drive. 2. Open the Drag-to-Disc window: ❏ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 > Drag-to-Disc. ❏ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD Creator 6 > Drag-to-Disc. 3. Open
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    XP, select Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 > Creator Classic. 3. In the Source window, select the optical drive containing the disc you wish to erase. 4. On the Creator Classic menu bar, select Disc > Erase Disc. Selecting Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 Settings To use Drag-to
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    Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 online User's Guide. Creating DVDs Using InterVideo WinDVD Creator InterVideo WinDVD Creator allows you to using the installation CD, included with select notebooks. This application will not install successfully unless your notebook is equipped with an optical drive
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    a DVD or network drive to your hard drive, then copy from your hard drive to the DVD. ■ Do not type on the notebook keyboard or move the notebook while the notebook is writing to a DVD. The write process is sensitive to vibration. Choosing Recording Media HP recommends using high-quality media that
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    Optical Drive Software Creating DVDs To open InterVideo WinDVD Creator: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > InterVideo WinDVD Creator> InterVideo WinDVD Creator. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD Creator> InterVideo WinDVD Creator. For instructions on creating
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    Manageability HP Intelligent Manageability provides standards-based solutions for managing client (user) desktop, workstation, and notebook computers in a networked environment. The key capabilities and features of client management are: ■ Initial software image deployment ■ Remote system software
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    one hard drive to another. The deployment method you should use depends on your organization's technology environment and processes. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/pcsolutions for more information on selecting the best deployment method for your organization. ✎ The system recovery
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    of business critical details such as machines with thermal warnings, and memory alerts. ■ Remote updating of system software such as device drivers and ROM BIOS. ✎ Additional functionality can be added when HP CMS is used with optional Altiris Solutions software (purchased separately). For more
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    tickets ❏ Remote troubleshooting ❏ Remote problem resolution ❏ Client disaster recovery ■ Software and Operations Management ❏ Ongoing client management ❏ HP system software deployment ❏ Application self-healing (the ability to identify and repair certain application problems) 5-4 Software Guide
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    or personality migration to a new operating system using easy-to-follow wizards. When Altiris Solutions software is used in conjunction with System Software Manager or the HP Client Manager, administrators can also update ROM BIOS and device driver software from a central console. For more
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    sequence in which the system attempts to boot from those devices, as it starts up your notebook. Bootable devices include optical drive discs, such as CDs or DVDs, bootable diskettes, or a network interface card (NIC). ✎ Some devices, including USB devices and network interface cards (NICs), must be
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    , the system looks for bootable drive A devices first. If it fails to find a bootable drive A device, it searches for bootable drive C devices. Drive A devices include optical drives and diskette drives. Drive C devices include optical drives and primary hard drives. The primary hard drive can only
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    a device or location for inclusion in MultiBoot: 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press f10 while the f10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. Software Guide
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    to boot the first hard drive device present in the system. ■ Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations. For example, if you start up from a CD-ROM drive with a disc that boots as drive C, that CD-ROM drive becomes drive C, and the hard drive in the hard drive bay becomes
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    1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the notebook. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Advanced > Boot Options, then
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    notebook. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press f2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press f1. 2. Use Computer Setup, use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the
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    enter. ■ To prevent the notebook from defaulting to the current MultiBoot setting, press any key before the timeout occurs. The notebook will not start up until you select a startup location and press enter. ■ To allow the notebook to start up
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    Mode on opens an application, folder, file, or Web site that you specify. 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. For more
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    using the Quick Launch Button software. Quick Launch Button software provides support for the Quick Launch buttons and the hotkeys on the notebook keyboard and external keyboard. An external keyboard video and power Windows 2000, select Start > Control Panel > Quick Launch Buttons. ■ In Windows XP
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    a video mode. The default video settings are 800 x 600, 32bit, 60 Hertz. Click the down arrow to choose a power options profile. The Adjust Power Properties button next to the Power Scheme field launches Microsoft Power Options, where you can view or change the power scheme. Software Guide 7-3
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    video and audio degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Standby while using drive media. For more information regarding the playback function of your application or optical drive, refer to the documentation included with the product. 7-4 Software Guide
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    , ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. If the operating system is working, the notebook restarts the operating system after you exit Computer Setup. ✎ Pointing devices are not supported in Computer Setup; you must use the keyboard to
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    To exit and save all the settings you have entered, use the arrow keys to 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. Restoring Computer Setup Defaults To return all
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    , then follow the instructions on the screen. When notebook and any battery packs in the system. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory and cache size, video revision, keyboard controller version, and system ROM. Save system configuration settings to a diskette. Restore system
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    enter Computer Setup by turning on (not restarting) the notebook. SmartCard passwords Enable/disable support for Smart Card passwords. Embedded Security ✎ This feature is only supported by certain Smart Card Readers. Refer in this guide to the "Security" chapter. ■ Enable/Disable the Embedded
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    HDD Self Test Options To Do This Run a quick or comprehensive self test on any hard drive in the system. Selecting from the Advanced Menu Select Language (or press f2) Boot options Device options To Do This Change the Computer Setup language. ■ Enable/disable QuickBoot, which starts the notebook
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    Select Device Options (continued) To Do This ■ Enable/disable USB legacy support for a USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs. When USB legacy support is enabled: ❐ A USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs work even when a Windows operating system is not loaded. ❐ The notebook starts from a bootable hard drive
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    your local HP Web site or the Support Software CD (purchased separately). 3. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM stores the BIOS. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as
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    HP software updates and installation instructions. The CD includes device drivers, ROM updates, and utilities. To purchase the current Support Software CD or a subscription that provides both the current version and future versions of the CD, visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com. Accessing Notebook
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    > System Information. The system ROM information is displayed. 3. To exit Computer Setup without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. After Computer Setup closes, the notebook restarts in Windows. Downloading
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    than the system ROM currently installed on your notebook. b. Select the software you want and follow the download instructions on the screen. 4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, select My Computer > the hard drive designation (usually, drive C) > the
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    want to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you want and follow the downloading instructions on the Web page. 4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, select My Computer > the hard drive designation (usually, drive C) > the folder to which you
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    Points (Windows XP Only) Notebooks with Windows XP operating systems provide the option of setting System Restore points (benchmarks) daily as you change your personal settings. The notebook may also set restore points when you add new software or devices. You should periodically set system restore
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    point: 1. Select Start > Help and Support. Select the task "Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems." Select System Restore. A System Restore window opens. 2. Follow the on screen directions for setting a restore point. To restore the notebook to a previous date and time
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    system instead of repairing it. 9. Press enter to set up the operating system. 10. Press C to continue setup using this partition. 11. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system (Quick) and press enter. Ä CAUTION: Formatting this drive will delete all current files. 9-8 Software Guide
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    . Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software After the operating system installation process is complete, you must reinstall drivers. To reinstall drivers, use the Driver Recovery CD included with the notebook: 1. While running Windows, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical drive. If
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    802.11 wireless LAN user guides 1-4 A accessing notebook information 9-2 Advanced Port Replicator docking or undocking before starting DVD 4-4 antivirus software 1-5 B battery pack, causing CD or DVD write corruption 4-8, 4-13 Bluetooth installing software 1-2 Bluetooth user guides 1-4 boot sequence
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    menu 8-5 USB legacy support 8-1 copyright warning 4-2 CPQFlash file 9-3 D default boot sequence 6-2, 6-5 device enabling/disabling 3-14 display settings 1-4 downloading software 9-5 system ROM 9-4 drive designations changing 6-4 displaying 4-2 DriveLock accessing a protected hard drive 3-12 changing
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    system 2-6 M MultiBoot default boot sequence 6-2 defined 6-1 enabling devices using 1-5 Network Service Boot 6-4 P PCFriendly 4-4 Port Replicator (optional) enabling USB legacy support 8-6 identification information 8-3 MultiBoot 6-2 power source 2-1 using with 4-9 preparing to use 4-8, 4-13 prompt,
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    using infrared or drive media 4-1 initiating 2-9 resuming from 2-9 Support Software CD 9-1 system information management 3-15 system lockup 2-6 System Restore Points 9-6 system ROM (Read Only Memory) defined 9-1 determining current version of 9-2 T turning the notebook on or off 2-6 U UDF Reader
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Software Guide
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 333956-001
August 2003
This guide provides settings and procedures for managing
notebook power and security. It also provides instructions for
obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help
detect, solve, and prevent problems.