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- HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 1
HP OmniBook Accessories User's Guide 1-1 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 2
reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation of those programs without prior written permission of Hewlett-Packard Co. is Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation (U.S. patent numbers 4955066 and 4974159). For warranty information, see the Support and Service booklet. Hewlett-Packard - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 3
drive C 1-22 To install your OmniBook software 1-22 Troubleshooting 1-25 Solving Basic Problems 1-27 To resolve floppy disk drive problems 1-27 To resolve CD-ROM drive problems 1-28 To resolve battery problems 1-28 To resolve hard drive problems 1-29 Specifications and Regulatory Information - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 4
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1 Using OmniBook Accessories 1-5 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 6
consult the OmniBook User's Guide-an online manual. This manual explains how to ♦ Remove accessory modules. ♦ Install and use the floppy disk drive. ♦ Install and use the CD-ROM drive. ♦ Install the high-capacity battery pack. ♦ Replace the OmniBook battery pack. ♦ Upgrade the OmniBook with a new - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 7
♦ Floppy disk drive. ♦ High-capacity battery for extra battery power. This section describes how to remove the accessory modules from the center drive bay. (See "Installing a New Hard Drive" on page 1-20 for instructions about removing the hard drive.) High-capacity battery CD-ROM drive Floppy disk - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 8
's center drive bay can hold a CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, or a high-capacity battery for extra battery power. Use the following procedure to remove any of these devices from the OmniBook. 1. Slide the switch to the right. A pull-tab pops out. 2. Pull the pull-tab firmly to remove the module - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 9
Using OmniBook Accessories Using the Floppy Drive Using the Floppy Drive You can disk. To install the floppy drive internally 1. If necessary, remove the CD-ROM drive or super battery from the OmniBook. 2. Slide the floppy drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. Floppy disk drive 1-9 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 10
1. Pull out the floppy drive cable from the disk drive. 2. Connect the cable to the parallel port on the left side of the OmniBook. Parallel port Important The external floppy drive works only with the OmniBook's parallel port. It does not work with the parallel port on the docking system. 1-10 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 11
actively reading or writing data. Wait until the floppy drive is done -otherwise, you could lose data or the OmniBook could stop responding. 1. Hold the disk with its face up, then slide it into the floppy drive slot until it clicks into place. 2. To remove - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 12
♦ Install the CD-ROM drive. ♦ Insert and remove a CD. ♦ Use the CD-ROM drive safely. To install the CD-ROM drive If you're using Windows 95 1. If necessary, remove the floppy drive or super battery from the OmniBook. 2. Slide the CD-ROM drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. 1-12 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 13
Accessories Using the CD-ROM Drive If you're using Windows for Workgroups 1. Save your work-you'll be resetting the OmniBook. 2. If necessary, remove the floppy drive or super battery from the OmniBook. 3. Slide the CD-ROM drive into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. 4. Press the reset button - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 14
CD-ROM drive, the CD disk icon appears on the Status panel. Do not remove a CD while the OmniBook is actively reading data. Wait until the CD-ROM drive is done -otherwise, the OmniBook could stop responding. 1. Press the open button on the front of the CD-ROM drive. 2. Place the CD - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 15
, but the following precautions are recommended: • Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully. • If the unit requires service, contact an authorized HP service center-see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet. • Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit. • Avoid - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 16
Using OmniBook Accessories Managing Battery Power Managing Battery Power The primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeable battery. The OmniBook provides several safeguards so that you won't be surprised by a dead-battery condition-the status panel shows the remaining battery charge - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 17
on the status panel when the battery is charging. 1. Important Save your work. 2. If available, plug in the OmniBook's ac adapter. 3. Slide the battery switch to the right and slide the battery out of its compartment. Slide switch to release battery. 4. Slide the new battery all the way into the - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 18
Using OmniBook Accessories Managing Battery Power Fully charged battery To install a high-capacity battery To increase the time you can work on battery power, you can install a second, high-capacity battery in the OmniBook's center drive bay. 1. Important Save your work. 2. If necessary, remove - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 19
140 °F). • Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire. • The battery pack is suitable for use only with an HP OmniBook 5500 and F1338A battery charger. • To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer or HP sales office. • When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 20
Accessories Installing a New Hard Drive Installing a New Hard Drive You can upgrade the OmniBook system by installing a new hard drive or you may want to switch hard drives between OmniBooks. In this section you'll learn how to • Remove the hard drive. • Install a new hard drive. • Install software - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 21
, a PC card, or a flexible disk. 2. Unplug the adapter. 3. Exit Windows. • If you're using Windows 95, use the shutdown option from the Start menu. • If you're using Windows for Workgroups, exit Windows, then press CTRL+ALT+blue On/Off button simultaneously. 4. Remove all batteries from the OmniBook - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 22
software The following procedure describes how to install your original OmniBook software using the OmniBook's internal CD-ROM drive-or an external CD-ROM drive connected to the OmniBook's docking system. 1. Plug in the ac adapter in case the battery is low. 2. Install the CD-ROM drive in your - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 23
Support Utility floppy disk in the floppy drive. 5. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 6. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL, or press the reset button. This restarts your OmniBook If you don't have an OmniBook docking system or an OmniBook CD-ROM drive, select option 1 for instructions. It's a good idea to - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 24
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2 Troubleshooting 1-25 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 26
Guide-it's your main source of information about using the OmniBook. It includes extensive troubleshooting information. • Check with your computer system administrator, if you have one. • Contact your dealer, or contact Hewlett-Packard-see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet or OmniBook Support - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 27
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems Solving Basic Problems If your OmniBook accessory doesn't seem to work properly, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. This section separates problems into the following categories: ♦ Floppy disk drive problems. - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 28
• If nothing happens, reset the OmniBook (see page 1-13). To resolve battery problems If the OmniBook doesn't turn on with a fresh battery • The new battery pack may be low. Plug in the ac adapter. • If nothing happens, reset the OmniBook (see page 1-13). If the battery pack doesn't charge or stops - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 29
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If the OmniBook turns off immediately after it turns on • Battery power is probably extremely low. Plug in the ac adapter, or turn off the OmniBook and insert a fresh battery . If the OmniBook stops responding • Try waiting a few moments, then try turning it - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 30
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems • Make sure a floppy disk isn't inserted in drive A. 1-30 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 31
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If the OmniBook doesn't reboot successfully If your operating system is MS-DOS or Windows for Workgroups • If no text is displayed, or if things stop before you see any text about MS-DOS, the unit probably requires service the HP Recovery CD and Support Utility - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 32
Troubleshooting Solving Basic Problems If your operating system is Windows 95 • If no text is displayed during reboot, or if things stop before you see "Starting Windows 95...", the unit probably requires service. • If you see "Starting Windows 95..." during startup followed by error messages, - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 33
3 Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-33 - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 34
have problems, see the problem-solving suggestions and references listed in chapter 2. ♦ If you think your OmniBook might need repair service, see the warranty and service information in the Support and Service booklet. To contact Hewlett-Packard If you have questions that the OmniBook manuals don - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 35
or external use with OmniBook 5500 series. Can be exchanged with a second battery or CD-ROM drive module PC-3 specification compliant, supports 1x, 2x, 4x, and 6x rotational speed, 4x and 6x sampling and digital filter for CD audio, software and manual eject. Can be exchanged with second battery - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 36
complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to the OmniBook not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the OmniBook in these regions. U.S.A. The HP F1195A generates and uses radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio and television - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 37
Specifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numé - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 38
to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer: Address: Product name: Hewlett-Packard Company Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile HP F1044B ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 39
to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer: Address: Product name: Hewlett-Packard Company Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile HP F1044B ac adapter used with this product is disconnected from the power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet or from the ac adapter. Therefore, the power - HP OmniBook 2000 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Accessories User Guide - Page 40
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