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- HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 1
HP OmniBook Docking System User's Guide 1-1 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 2
All rights reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation of this manual is prohibited without prior Microsoft, DriveSpace, MS, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft and regulatory information, see the Support and Service booklet. Hewlett-Packard Company - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 3
To dock the OmniBook 1-10 To undock the OmniBook 1-11 To set a docking password 1-12 To manually undock the OmniBook 1-13 To attach from the undocked configuration .......... 1-25 Troubleshooting 1-27 Solving Problems 1-29 Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-33 Regulatory Information - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 4
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1 Using the Docking System 1-5 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 6
the capabilities of your OmniBook. By making one connection-plugging your OmniBook into the docking system-you can get convenient access to these types of connections: ♦ Printer. ♦ Modem or other serial device. ♦ External SCSI peripherals, such as a CD-ROM drive or disk drive. ♦ Network access cards - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 7
. About Your OmniBook Manuals Your OmniBook provides these additional manuals: • The online OmniBook User's Guide introduces the OmniBook and shows you how to operate and maintain your OmniBook. It also contains troubleshooting information. • The Introducing Microsoft Windows 95 manual, shipped with - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 8
up and running quickly, including how to ♦ Set up the docking system. ♦ Dock and undock the OmniBook. ♦ Manually undock. ♦ Attach a security cable to the docking system. ♦ Set a docking password. ♦ Understand the docking status lights. To set up the docking system 1. Optional: To adjust - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 9
the Basics 2. Plug the power cord into the ac adapter, then into a grounded ac outlet. Plug ac adapter connector into the port on the back of the docking system. Use only an HP F1140A ac adapter (the type shipped with the Docking System) -do not use an ac adapter from the OmniBook or another product - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 10
Using the Docking System Understanding the Basics To dock the OmniBook 1. Collapse the OmniBook tilt feet. The OmniBook will not align correctly with the docking port if the tilt feet are extended. Tilt foot 2. Unplug the OmniBook's ac adapter and cables, then close the cable door. 3. Open the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 11
into the dock. Undock button To undock the OmniBook 1. Make sure ac power is connected to the docking system-red status light will be on. 2. Turn on the OmniBook (blue On/Off button). 3. If you're using Windows 95, go to step 4. -or- If you're using Windows for Workgroups, save your work and exit - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 12
Controls The following picture shows the user controls on the docking system. Resets the OmniBook Turns OmniBook on and off Undocks the OmniBook To set a docking password Password security protects access to your OmniBook. If you use password security, you must enter the password at certain times - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 13
Manual undocking overrides password protection. To secure your OmniBook while docked, keep a Kensington MicroSaver lock attached to the security connector on the docking system. (See the following topic for instructions.) 1. Save your work and, if necessary, exit Windows. If you're using Windows 95 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 14
can't slip off. 3. Insert the lock into the docking system's security connector and release the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook. 1-14 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 15
from or writing to the floppy disk drive. Password protection on This light blinks when a password is required. Docking status This light turns green when the OmniBook is successfully docked, on, and can be undocked. AC power This light turns red when ac power is connected to the docking system - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 16
Using the Docking System Making Connections Making Connections ♦ Power (ac adapter). ♦ External keyboard. ♦ External mouse. ♦ External display. ♦ Printer or other parallel device (25-pin). ♦ Modem or other serial device (9-pin). ♦ Midi/Game port. ♦ Headphones or external - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 17
box. To connect a PS/2 mouse The OmniBook has a PS/2 mouse driver installed. When you dock, the OmniBook automatically detects and sets up the mouse. 1. Attach the mouse cable to the docking system. 2. Dock the OmniBook. 3. If you're not using Windows 95, reboot the OmniBook. mouse connector 1-17 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 18
the serial mouse to the docking system. serial connector 3. Dock the OmniBook. 4. If you're using Windows 95, go to step 5. -or- If you're using Windows for Workgroups, reboot the OmniBook. 5. If you're using Windows 95 • Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Mouse, General. • Click Change, then - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 19
box. To connect an external display Use this procedure to connect an external display to your OmniBook. Before beginning, check the documentation for your display and make sure that the external display supports standard VGA or super VGA format. 1. Plug the VGA cable from the external display into - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 20
95. 1. Press Fn+F2 to open the System Configuration Utility. 2. Press ALT+I to open the Input/Output menu. 3. Select External Devices. 4. Select the Both External VGA and LCD the OmniBook. 3. If necessary, install your printer or other device driver. See your Windows manual for instructions. - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 21
. You can make such connections using standard serial cables and adapters available at computer dealers and electronic supply stores. Use the 1. Attach the serial cable to the serial connector. 2. Dock the OmniBook. serial connector To connect your audio equipment The docking system provides one - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 22
the speaker switch to the up position to enable both the OmniBook's internal speakers and the external speakers. -or- Move the ID 1 through ID 6. Do not use ID 0. See the device's documentation for instructions for checking and changing the device's ID. 2. Set the SCSI bus termination for each - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 23
Windows 95 requests information about the device. -or- If you're using Windows for Workgroups e. Exit Windows. f. Dock the OmniBook. g. Reboot the OmniBook edges. Avoid touching electronic components. 1. Undock the OmniBook and unplug the ac adapter from the docking system. 2. Remove the cable cover - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 24
slot. Important News for Windows 95 Users ISA cards PCI card 6. Replace the shield. 7. Plug in the ac adapter. 8. Replace the cable cover and dock the OmniBook. 9. If you're using Windows for Workgroups. Install the software for the card following the manufacturer's instructions. If the card isn - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 25
Windows 95 installs a new docking station device, it may include the device in both the docked and undocked configuration. To prevent problems under Network Adapters. 3. Select the card, then click Remove. 4. When the Confirm Device Removal box appears, select Remove From Specific Configuration. 5. - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 26
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2 Troubleshooting 1-27 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 28
Guide The online manual provides complete instructions about how to operate and maintain your OmniBook. You can view the manual online or print it. • The World Wide Web The HP Web site provides a wealth of information about HP mobile-computing products. Here you can download new software and drivers - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 29
applications and try undocking again. • Reboot the system and try again. • Remove the ac adapter and let the docking system rest for 30 seconds or so, then reset and attach the ac adapter • To manually undock the OmniBook, press a key or other thin object into the security opening in the docking - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 30
Troubleshooting Solving Problems If you're using Windows 95 and OmniBook won't undock • Check to make sure that the OmniBook into place. If you need to replace a lost or damaged power cord For the replacement part number for the docking system power cord, contact the number in the Support and Service - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 31
Troubleshooting Solving Problems • Make sure you are using the appropriate drivers for the card-for a list of drivers, see the HP web site. The address is http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook. • Check your configuration files to make sure that the network drivers are properly installed. • Try undocking and - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 32
Troubleshooting Solving Problems If your docking password isn't accepted • Check whether Num Lock is off. • If you've forgotten your password, have your OmniBook at hand and call Hewlett-Packard support. See your OmniBook Support and Service booklet. 1-32 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 33
3 Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-33 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 34
, see the problem-solving suggestions and references listed in chapter 2. ♦ If you think your docking system 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't answer - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 35
(which can be determined by undocking the OmniBook and unplugging the ac adapter), try the following: • Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna. • Relocating the docking system with respect to the receiver. • Connecting the ac adapter to another power outlet. To maintain compliance with FCC - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 36
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 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 37
authorized dealers meet the specifications listed below. Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) HP F1140A 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 5500 | HP OmniBook 2000 - Docking System User Guide - Page 38
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