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HP OmniBook 5500 User's Guide (Windows for Workgroups) INTRODUCTION 5 Using This Online Manual ...5 Finding More Information ...5 Notice ...5 1. GETTING COMFORTABLE 7 Identifying Parts of the OmniBook 7 Adjusting the Display ...9 To locate the display controls 9 To adjust the display ...9 Using - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 2
for Workgroups backup disks 33 To recover HP software programs 33 To read the online User's Guide 34 To install device drivers for other operating systems 34 3. MANAGING BATTERY POWER 36 Recharging and Replacing Batteries 37 To recharge the battery or run on ac power 37 To respond to a low - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 3
password 45 To delete a password...47 To set up an administrator password 47 Protecting Your Data...48 To repair and clean up a disk 49 To delete a set of OmniBook To exit Phone Book ...56 Getting Answers from HP Financial Calculator 56 To start HP Calculator ...56 To perform a math function on - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 4
the docking system 71 To dock the OmniBook...72 To undock your OmniBook 73 To install an ISA card...74 To install a PCI card...76 8. TROUBLESHOOTING 78 Solving Problems ...78 Printing Problems ...78 Memory Problems...79 Pointing Device and Mouse Problems 79 File, Drive, and PC Card Problems 81 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 5
Manager (in the OmniBook Library group). • Many bookstores have books about Windows and MS-DOS for people with different levels of experience. Notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided "as is" and are subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 6
and CardWizard, CardView, CardSoft, and CardID are trademarks of SystemSoft Corporation. For warranty information, see the Support and Service booklet. Hewlett-Packard Company Mobile Computing Division 1000 N.E. Circle Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97330, U.S.A. Edition 1 March 1996 Edition 2 July 1996 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 7
. Although it's compact and easy to carry, the OmniBook is equipped with a full-size keyboard, and a built-in CD-ROM or floppy drive. This chapter introduces the OmniBook and helps you get familiar with your new computer. Identifying Parts of the OmniBook The illustrations below point out key - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 8
can hold an internal CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, or a high-capacity battery for extra battery power. Alternatively, you can connect the floppy drive to the OmniBook externally. Note To connect the floppy drive to the OmniBook externally, pull out the floppy drive cable and connect it to the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 9
have a contrast control. In this section you'll learn how to • Locate the display controls. • Adjust the display. To locate the display controls Your OmniBook display controls are located either to the right of the display or under the display. If you have two controls, the upper slider controls the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 10
contrast, and slide left to decrease it. Hint Keep in mind that a higher brightness setting gives a shorter battery operating time-because the internal light is using more power. (The contrast setting doesn't affect the operating time.) Using the Pointing Device The pointing device is positioned in - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 11
cap and clean it with a soft moistened cloth. When the cap wears out, you can replace it with one of the spares shipped with your OmniBook. To customize the pointing device The following changes apply to the built-in pointing device-or an external mouse, if you've enabled one. If - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 12
the settings you want, then click OK. Using Sound All OmniBook 5500 models support Sound Blaster compatible sound. In this section you'll learn or- 1. Go to Program Manager. 2. From the Main group, double-click the OmniBook Tools icon. 3. Click Sound, then Volume and Mixer. 4. Use the mouse to drag - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 13
. If the volume in Windows is too low, you may want to adjust it with the FN keys. To connect a microphone, speakers, or headphones Your OmniBook has a built-in microphone above the keyboard and two stereo speakers. You can also plug in an external microphone, external speakers or headphones, and - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 14
or headphones into the output jack-the built-in speakers turn off. • Plug a stereo input source into the input jack. To record sound The OmniBook contains a built-in microphone for recording sound. You can also connect an external microphone in the built-in microphone jack. 1. From Program Manager - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 15
can increase the volume from the Effects menu. • To play back an existing sound file, open the file, the press the Play button. Using the OmniBook Keyboard You can tilt the OmniBook keyboard to a more comfortable typing angle with the built-in tilt feet located on the bottom of the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 16
ALT GR to type the upper-right characters. Learning About Windows To learn about Windows The OmniBook User's Guide introduces the OmniBook and shows you how to operate and maintain your OmniBook. For information about Windows, see the following sources. • While the Program Manager window is shown - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 17
• Many bookstores have books about Windows for people with different levels of experience. 17 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 18
power that immediately restores your last screen. Advanced Power Management (APM) helps to minimize the amount of power you need to run your programs. And the OmniBook supports disk activity, and PC card status. CD-ROM This icon appears when the OmniBook is reading from the built-in CD-ROM drive. - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 19
Floppy disk Hard disk PC card Power off This icon appears when the OmniBook is reading or writing to the floppy disk drive. This icon appears when the OmniBook is reading or writing to drive C. This icon appears when you insert PC cards into the card slots. The two cards identify when one or two of - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 20
by pressing the blue On/Off button, the OmniBook reboots. Restarting the OmniBook If an application has trouble starting or seems slow, you may need to close some documents or even exit some applications to make more memory available. If this doesn't fix the problem, you may need to reboot or reset - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 21
floppy drive. See "To install the floppy drive." 2. Insert a boot disk-you can use your Support Utility disk. 3. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot from the floppy disk. To reset the OmniBook If the OmniBook unexpectedly hangs up in a state where nothing seems to work, you may need to reset it. When - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 22
-then install the battery or plug in the ac adapter and try pressing the reset button again. Using Storage Devices Your OmniBook can access information in the following four places: • The floppy disk drive-drive A (if present). • The internal hard disk drive-drive C. • Two PC card slots-drives D and - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 23
remove a CD. • Insert a PC card. • Remove a PC card. To install the floppy drive You can install the floppy drive or attach it externally to the parallel port. 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 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 24
. 2. To remove the floppy disk, press the eject button. To install the CD-ROM drive 1. Important 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. 24 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 25
about compatible cards, contact Hewlett-Packard-see the Support and Service booklet. Caution Do not install Card Services or Socket Services software if it comes with your PC card. The OmniBook includes Card Services 2.1 and Socket Services 2.1, which automatically detect and set up PC cards you - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 26
The OmniBook card slots support standard version 2.1 Type I, II, and III PC cards. The computer automatically detects and sets up a card when you insert it in a card slot. A new data storage card may already be formatted and contain preinstalled software-check its instructions. 1. Hold the card with - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 27
pops out, then pull out the card. Upgrading the OmniBook You can upgrade or add to the OmniBook system by changing or installing certain components. In this section you'll learn how to • Find your system software version and amount of memory. • Add memory to the OmniBook. • Remove the hard drive - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 28
parts you need so you can complete the installation in one sitting. Don't remove the memory-expansion board from its packaging until you've removed the slot cover from the OmniBook the battery. Otherwise, the OmniBook or memory-expansion card from its connectors, then lift. 6. Position the memory - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 29
click the Enhanced icon, then click Virtual Memory and Change. 13. First clear the Use up the files to a tape drive, a network drive, a PC card, or a flexible disk. 2. Unplug the adapter. 3. Exit Windows /Off button simultaneously. 4. Remove all batteries from the OmniBook. 5. Close the cover and turn - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 30
4. Replace the battery or attach ac power. 5. Press the reset button. Restoring Files Your OmniBook package includes a Recovery CD ROM and a Support Utilities floppy disk Book and the online User's Guide. • Read the online manual from the CD. • Access device drivers for various operating systems and - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 31
sure that the CD-ROM drive is assigned as drive G:. Before the OmniBook can recognize the CD-ROM drive, you'll need to edit the CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files on the Support Utility disk. The required device-drivers statements come from the CD-ROM manufacturer. What you'll need from your - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 32
backup disks, your MS-DOS 6.22 backup disks, the Recovery CD, and the Support Utility disk. If you don't have backup disks, you can make them-see drive in the OmniBook. See "To set up a PCMCIA or parallel port CD-ROM drive." 2. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook (and the docking system if you're - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 33
the Support Utility disk in the floppy disk drive. 13. Press the reset button. The DOS 6.22 Startup menu appears. 14. Choose option 3: Recover Windows for Workgroups drivers and HP Application Software 15. Choose the type of CD-ROM drive you're using: internal OmniBook, SCSI with docking system - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 34
-ROM drive." 2. Insert the Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive. 3. To read the Windows for Workgroups manual, double-click hpbook.exe from \omnibook\manuals\wfw 4. To read the Windows 95 manual, double-click hpbook.exe from \omnibook\manuals\win95 To install device drivers for other operating systems 34 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 35
support services: • America Online Keyword: HP • CompuServe Information Services Command: GO HP • Hewlett-Packard Bulletin Board (208) 344-1691 (up to 14400 baud, 8, N, 1) Window for Workgroups Driver Installation In the Support area of the Web page, search for these OmniBook 5500 application - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 36
In the Support area of the Web page, search for these OmniBook 5500 application note identifiers: Identifier bpi01098 bpi01099 bpi01100 bpi01101 bpi01103 bpi01104 Subject Installing OS/2 PC card drivers SCSI drivers Using OS/2 Sound drivers Video drivers 3. Managing Battery Power • Recharging - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 37
. To recharge the battery or run on ac power • Plug the power cord into the adapter, then into a grounded ac outlet. • Insert the adapter plug into the socket on the left side of the OmniBook. Caution Use only an HP F1044B ac adapter (the type shipped with the HP OmniBook 5500). Using any other - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 38
30% less time-if you turn off the computer. To respond to a low-battery warning When battery power is critically low, the battery status indicator in the LCD status panel appears empty and starts to flash. The OmniBook automatically shuts off to preserve your current session as long as possible. You - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 39
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drive or CD-ROM drive from the OmniBook. 3. Slide the high-capacity battery into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. A second Battery Status icon appears in the LCD status panel, showing the charge level of the new battery. Monitoring Battery Power The battery status indicator on the LCD status - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 41
From Program Manager, double-click Control Panel. 2. Double-click Power-the approximate battery level remaining is displayed. To save battery power To preserve your current work session, the OmniBook automatically turns off when the battery charge gets too low-your session continues when you plug in - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 42
And Reboot dialog box. To change how power is managed You can change power-management settings that affect power usage and performance. For ideas about how to save battery power, see "To save battery power." 1. In Program Manager, double-click the OmniBook Tools icon (in the Main group). 2. Click - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 43
The OmniBook automatic turn-off feature operates only when the OmniBook is running on battery power. If the ac adapter is powering the unit, the OmniBook does not automatically turn off. 43 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 44
the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook. Setting Up Password Protection You can protect your OmniBook against unauthorized use by activating password security. You can create a user password for normal protection against unauthorized use. You can also create an administrator - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 45
up an administrator password. To record your name or other PC identification By recording your name and other information, you identify your OmniBook and make a record of purchase information that will be handy if you have to contact Hewlett-Packard for support or service. Your personal information - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 46
/Off. (If you turned it off with just On/Off, you're not prompted for your password.) To Undock You must enter your password each time you undock the OmniBook from a docking station. To Save Setup Changes You must enter your password every time you save changes in the System Configuration utility or - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 47
changes. Caution Be sure you record your password in a safe place. To restore operation if you forget your password, call Hewlett-Packard at the number in the Support and Service booklet. To delete a password 1. In Program Manager, double-click the OmniBook Tools icon (in the Main group). 2. Click - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 48
you want. To Change PC Identification You must enter your administrator password every time you save changes to the PC identification. To Save Setup Changes You must enter your administrator password every time you save changes in the System Configuration utility or OmniBook Tools. 7. Click OK to - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 49
drive: for the same disk. For example, for drive C, type defrag c:. Follow the displayed instructions to optimize the disk you're cleaning up. 5. Exit DEFRAG, then type win to restart Windows. To delete a set of OmniBook files If you need to make more disk space available on drive C, you have the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 50
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Finding People with the Phone Book. • Getting Answers from HP Financial Calculator. This chapter introduces three applications to help you a few. Managing Your Time with Appointment Book Appointment Book in your OmniBook is the perfect replacement for that old pocket calendar or bulky scheduler you - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 52
To add a new appointment 1. If necessary, click the day in the Calendar to display the day of your new appointment. 2. Double-click the line next to the desired time in the Appointment area. The Add Appointment/Event box appears. 3. Type a description of the appointment. 4. Click OK to add the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 53
an appointment, it displays a dialog box to signal the alarm, even if you have exited Appointment Book or are working in another application. If the OmniBook is off, it turns on to display the box and signal your alarm. To add a new event Events (like holidays and anniversaries) are special days - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 54
the Appointment Book is open and your OmniBook has an unexpected problem, it could corrupt the current appointment file. • From the File menu, click Exit. Finding People with the Phone Book Phone Book is another valuable part of your portable OmniBook. It is actually a personal database containing - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 55
In Program Manager, double-click the Phone Book icon (in the OmniBook group). To add a name to the Phone Book 1. Double-click a blank line in the display area. -or- Press F2. 2. In the Name box, type a person's - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 56
is open and your OmniBook has an unexpected problem, it could corrupt the current Phone Book file. • From the File menu, click Exit. Getting Answers from HP Financial Calculator HP Financial Calculator gives you all the power and convenience of a full-fledged Hewlett-Packard calculator. It lets you - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 57
Calc line. 2. Click the button for the desired math function. -or- Press the key on the OmniBook keyboard corresponding to the desired math function. HP Calculator "takes over" part of your OmniBook's keyboard and reassigns functions to it. You can see these functions and the applicable keys on the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 58
type an arithmetic operator like +, then type another number and press ENTER or the = key to see the answer. If you are entering a multi-step problem, intermediate results are calculated when you type the next arithmetic operator. You can also type parentheses to group different - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 59
External Display. • Connect an External Mouse and Keyboard. • Making Serial Connections. • Making Parallel Connections. • Making Infrared Connections. Your OmniBook is a powerful computer in its own right-but you'll greatly expand its capabilities by connecting other devices. For information about - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 60
Insert the disk with your print driver and type a:setup. For information about connecting the printer and the OmniBook: • For a parallel printer, communications problems. To start Infrared Monitor, in Control Panel double-click Infrared. 1. In Program Manager, double-click the OmniBook Tools icon - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 61
panel, a VGA display, a television, or an SVHS VCR. The OmniBook supports either PAL or NTSC video modes when connected to a television. In this an SVHS device. To connect an external monitor 1. Make sure the external monitor supports VGA, super VGA, or XGA format. 2. Plug the VGA cable from the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 62
display normally turns off to conserve power and backlight life-but if you keep it on, you may notice a slight dimming while the external display is connected. To change the display type The default display setting provides optimum performance for the OmniBook display. However, in certain situations - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 63
the television or VCR into the Video Out connector on the back of the OmniBook. The OmniBook automatically senses and enables video output. To change the television type (NTSC or PAL) The OmniBook supports the European standard (PAL) and US standard (NTSC) video formats. 1. Important Save all of - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 64
box. To connect an SVHS device 1. Make sure the device has an SVHS connector. Plug an SVHS video cable into the connector. 2. Set the OmniBook's display resolution to 640x480 (other resolutions will not work). See "To change the display type" for more information. 3. Plug the SVHS video cable from - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 65
the external mouse/keyboard port on the back of the OmniBook. 2. Turn the OmniBook off and on again with the blue On/Off button. and keyboard 1. Purchase a standard Y-adapter available at computer dealers and electronic supply stores. 2. Plug the Y-adapter into the external mouse/keyboard port. 3. - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 66
View or change the serial port assignments. • Specify serial port settings. To connect a serial device The OmniBook 9-pin serial port is a standard serial port, just like those found on many PCs. The most common types of serial connections involve printers, modems, and other computers. You can make - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 67
and double-click the Ports icon. Click the port you want to set up, then set its parameters. For details, see the Windows Quick Start manual. To find out the port name for a particular serial connection, see the previous topic. The changes you make to the advanced settings for a serial port - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 68
supports bidirectional data transfer. This section shows how to • Connect a parallel device. • View or change the serial port assignments. To connect a parallel device The OmniBook you're prompted, enter your password, then click OK. 6. Click OK to reboot your OmniBook. The parallel address are as - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 69
Infrared Monitor provides visual status for infrared communications and helps you resolve infrared communication problems. To start the Infrared Monitor 1. From Program Manager, double-click OmniBook Tools (in the Main group). 2. Click Connections, then Infrared Communications. 3. Select the options - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 70
• Setting up the docking system. • Docking the OmniBook. • Undocking the OmniBook. • Installing an ISA card. • Installing a PCI card. With the HP Docking System, you can significantly increase the capabilities of your OmniBook. Your docking system helps you connect your OmniBook quickly and easily - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 71
and snap on at one of the three height settings shown below. 2. Unplug the OmniBook's ac adapter and cables, then close the cable door. 3. Open the OmniBook's docking port door and slide the door under the port. 4. Plug the power cord into the ac adapter, then into a grounded ac outlet. Plug the - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 72
only an HP F1140A ac adapter (the type shipped with the docking system)-do not use the ac adapter from the OmniBook or another product. Using an improper adapter could damage your equipment and will make your warranties invalid. 5. Place the cable cover on the docking system. To dock the OmniBook - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 73
2. Place the OmniBook on the docking system and firmly push toward the docking pins until the docking system's motor pulls the computer into the dock. To undock your OmniBook • Turn the OmniBook on and press the Undock button. The OmniBook closes down any connections to the docking system and ejects - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 74
password required. Light on indicates OmniBook docked successfully. Red light only indicates docking system has power. Red and green indicates that both the docking system and the OmniBook light have power. To install an ISA card You can add up to two ISA cards, such as network (LAN) cards - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 75
the bag and the port replicator's metal back plate at the same time. Handle the card by its edges. Avoid touching electronic components. 1. Undock the OmniBook and unplug the ac adapter from the docking system. 2. Remove the cable cover. 3. Slide the metal shield from the base. If the shield - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 76
cover. 8. Plug in the ac adapter and dock the OmniBook. 9. Install the software for the card following the manufacturer's instructions. To install a PCI card You can add one PCI card to the docking system. If you install a PCI card, you can only install one ISA card-and it must be in the lower ISA - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 77
4. Unscrew and remove the slot cover next to the card slot you want to use. 5. Slide the ISA card firmly into the connector and replace the slot cover screw. 6. Replace the shield. 7. Replace the cable cover. 8. Plug in the ac adapter and dock the OmniBook. 9. Install the software for the card. 77 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 78
dealer, or contact Hewlett-Packard-see the OmniBook Support and Service booklet. Solving Problems This section separates problems into the following categories: • Printing problems. • Memory problems. • Pointing device and mouse problems. • File, drive, and PC card problems. • Serial and infrared - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 79
not disabled IrDA support on your OmniBook. If the parallel HP LaserJet printer, try using the HP LaserJet IIIsi driver (300-dpi). Certain applications may not work properly with 600-dpi printers. Memory Problems If a message says you're out of memory To find out how much memory is in your OmniBook - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 80
. See "To clean the pointing device." If a mouse connected to the serial port doesn't work properly • Check the OmniBook serial port assignments. 1. From Program Manager, double-click OmniBook Tools (in the Main group). 2. Click Connections, then click COM Ports. For a serial mouse, the serial port - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 81
mouse is compatible with the OmniBook-the mouse must be compatible with the 9-pin serial Microsoft Mouse. File, Drive, and PC Card Problems For information about maintaining your disk drives, see "Protecting Your Data." If a PC card doesn't work properly in a card slot • Try removing and reinserting - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 82
9600 baud or higher • Select a lower baud rate in the application. • Use OmniBook Tools to temporarily disable Power Management. (In OmniBook Tools, click Power, click Custom, and clear the Power Management option.) If this fixes the problem, check to see if your communications software may have 82 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 83
display, or you can choose the default OmniBook display setting. See "To change the display type." Power and Startup Problems If the OmniBook doesn't reboot successfully • If drive C (the hard disk) isn't working properly, insert the Support Utility floppy disk in the floppy drive, then press - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 84
Management option is enabled. • If the operating time has gotten shorter and the battery pack is more than a year or two old, you may need a new battery pack. 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 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 85
've forgotten your password, have your OmniBook at hand and call Hewlett-Packard at the phone number in the Service and Support booklet. If the screen is difficult to read • Try adjusting the display. See "To adjust the display." • If the OmniBook is cold, allow it to warm up. Lockup Problems If an - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 86
, 41 installing a second battery, 40 location, 7 power management, 42 RAM card, 26 recharging, 37 replacing, 38 safeguards, 36 saving power, 41 status, 41 warning, 38 battery (high-capacity) installing, 40 removing, 23 boot disks, 21 brightness adjustment, 9 buttons docking system, 74 -C- cables - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 87
files, 49 password, 47 disks cleaning up, 49 defragmenting, 49 repairing, 49 display adjusting brightness and contrast, 9 external, 61, 62 problems, 83 turning off, 19 VGA, 62 Display (OmniBook Tools), 62 displaying appointments, 51 docking port, 7 docking system buttons, 74 docking OmniBook, 72 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 88
, 18 -L- learning (Windows), 16 light (orange charging), 38 lights docking system, 74 lockup problems, 85 low battery recharging, 37 replacing, 38 warning, 38 -M- math, 56 memory adding, 27 finding size, 27 in OmniBook, 79 problems, 79 microphone connecting external, 13 location of built-in, 13 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 89
14 recovering device drivers, 34 OmniBook applications, 33 online manual, 34 Windows 95, 30 Windows for Workgroups, 31, 32 removing appointments and events, 54 battery, 38 CD-ROM drive, 23 drive C, 29 drive C files, 49 files, 49 floppy drive, 23 I/O cards, 26 memory-expansion board, 27 PC cards, 26 - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 90
Windows, 16 troubleshooting display problems, 83 files and drives, 81 infrared problems, 81 lockup problems, 85 memory problems, 79 PC cards, 81 pointing device, 79 power problems, 83 printing problems, 78 serial problems, 81 sound problems, 83 startup problems, 83 turning on and off manually, 19 TV - HP OmniBook 5500 | HP OmniBook 5500 - User Guide, Windows for Workgroups - Page 91
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1
HP OmniBook 5500
User’s Guide
(Windows for Workgroups)
INTRODUCTION
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Using This Online Manual
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Finding More Information
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Notice
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1. GETTING COMFORTABLE
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Identifying Parts of the OmniBook
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Adjusting the Display
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To locate the display controls
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To adjust the display
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Using the Pointing Device
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To use the pointing device
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To clean the pointing device
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To customize the pointing device
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Using Sound
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To adjust the speaker volume
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To connect a microphone, speakers, or headphones
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To record sound
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To play sound
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Using the OmniBook Keyboard
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To use special features of the OmniBook keyboard
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Learning About Windows
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To learn about Windows
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2. OPERATING THE OMNIBOOK
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Checking the Status of the OmniBook
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To check keyboard status
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To check data storage status
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To check power status
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Turning the OmniBook On and Off
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To turn off the OmniBook (Instant On mode)
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To turn off the OmniBook (Save-To-Disk mode)
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