HP OmniBook xt1000-ib HP Pavilion Notebook PC ZT1000 Series and Omnibook Note - Page 24

Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 4: Turn on the notebook ? ? Press the power button above the keyboard. The notebook then boots up, and Windows starts automatically. Note Hint Note Your notebook comes with a factory-installed CD, DVD, or similar drive. Before you turn on your notebook for the first time, make sure this drive is in place. This ensures that the system properly identifies the hardware already installed and loads the appropriate software. If your notebook does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter and press the power button again. Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least an hour. Step 5: Set up Windows Your notebook has Microsoft Windows XP preinstalled on its hard disk drive. The first time you turn on your notebook, the Windows Setup program runs automatically so you can customize your setup. 1. Follow the Setup program's instructions as they appear on the screen. 2. If your notebook has a modem, check the modem's country or region settings: click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and Modem Options. On the Dialing Rules tab, verify the settings for your location, or create a new location. If you need the Windows XP Product ID code, you will find it on the bottom of the notebook. 24 Reference Guide