HP 345561-001 User Manual

Startup and Reference GuideHP Notebook SeriesDocument Part Number: 345561-001September 2003Part 1: StartupThe Startup part of this guide explains how

1–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupSetting Up the SoftwareÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers are insta

7–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsUsing the Modem While Traveling InternationallyAn internal modem is configured to function in, and

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–73. Select the New button, then type a name for the new location in the Location Name field.4. Sele

7–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsCheck the Telephone NumberDial the telephone number on the telephone, verify that the remote modem

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–96. In the Phone and Modem Options window, select the Modems tab.7. Select your modem > Properti

7–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsNetworkAll notebook models ship with an RJ-45 network jack. A network cable with RJ-45 connectors

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–11Connecting the Network CableA network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end and

7–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsTurning a Network Connection Off and OnTo conserve power, turn off a network connection you are n

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–13InfraredThe notebook is IrDA-compliant and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device

7–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsSetting Up an Infrared TransmissionFor information about using infrared software and enabling or

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–18Hardware Options andUpgradesContentsConnecting a Powered Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2C

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–9Installing Optional SoftwareStep-by-step instructions for installing and using many of the applications a

8–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesConnecting a Powered DeviceTo connect the notebook to an optional external device t

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–3The USB connectors on the notebook support USB 2.0- and 1.1-compliant devices.By de

8–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesUsing a PC CardA PC Card is a credit card–sized accessory designed to conform to th

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–5Inserting a PC CardÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors: Use mini

8–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesStopping and Removing a PC CardÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–7Using an SD Card or MMCÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to the SD Card connectors: Use

8–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesInserting an SD Card or MMCTo insert an SD Card or MMC:1. Hold the card label-side

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–9Removing an SD Card or MMCTo remove an SD Card or MMC:1. Close all applications and

8–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesIncreasing MemoryYou can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory) in the

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–11Removing or Inserting a Memory ModuleÅWARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical s

1–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupSetting Regional and Display PreferencesKeyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time,

8–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and Upgrades5. Turn the notebook underside up.6. Remove the memory compartment screw 1, then l

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–137. Remove or insert the memory module.To remove a memory module:a. Pull away the r

8–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesTo insert a memory module:a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module with the

Hardware Options and UpgradesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 8–158. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the note

8–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Hardware Options and UpgradesConnecting an Optional Cable Lock✎The purpose of security solutions is to act as a

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–19Software Updates,Restorations and UtilitiesContentsUpdating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesUpdating SoftwareFor optimal notebook performance and to make sure y

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–3Preparing for a Software UpdateIf your notebook connects to a networ

9–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities4. Use the down arrow key to select System Info, then press enter. (

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–5Downloading and Installing a ROM UpdateÄCAUTION: To prevent serious

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–11Setting Up a Wireless DeviceYour notebook model may have a Bluetooth device, a wireless LAN device, or n

9–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesInstalling a ROM UpdateROM installation procedures vary. Follow any

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–7Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaqTo update software other

9–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesBacking Up and Restoring DataThe System Restore utility enables you

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–9Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating SystemThe OS CD included wit

9–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities6. Press enter to continue. (A Licensing Agreement screen is displa

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–116. Press enter to continue. (A Licensing Agreement screen is displa

9–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesInstalling a Retail Version of an Operating SystemThe Windows opera

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–13Navigating and Selecting in the Setup UtilityBecause the Setup util

9–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesUsing the Support UtilitiesIf you cannot solve a notebook problem b

Software Updates, Restorations and UtilitiesStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 9–15Using Support Telephone NumbersObtaining Support Telephone NumbersT

1–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1Startup When the wireless device button is turned on, the wireless device light turns on and the integrated wi

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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 A–1ASpecificationsThe information in this appendix may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook inte

A–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2SpecificationsRated Input PowerThe notebook operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power s

SpecificationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 A–3Finding More Environmental InformationThe specifications in this appendix contain information abou

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Startup and Reference Guide Index–1Index1394 connector 2–9AAC adapter 4–11connecting 1–5, 4–11disconnecting 4–11identifying 2–17power connector 2–12AC

Index–2 Startup and Reference GuideIndexswitching to and from 4–11when to use 1–14, 4–4BIOS (basic input output system) 9–2Bluetooth device 1–11boot o

IndexStartup and Reference Guide Index–3currency formats, setting 1–10customer support 2–18, 9–14Ddata compression algorithm 7–2date, setting the 1–10

Index–4 Startup and Reference GuideIndexemergency shutdown procedures 1–10, 4–6enablers, PC Card 8–4End User License Agreement 1–8environmental specif

IndexStartup and Reference Guide Index–5initiate Standby 3–7, 4–7media commands 3–8Open Internet Explorer 3–6Quick Reference 3–5switch image 3–6hub, U

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–13The HP setup and configuration utility supports legacy operating systems and Cisco Compatible Extension

Index–6 Startup and Reference GuideIndexnum lock 3–10power/standby 2–6wireless device 1–11, 2–6line-out jack 2–8, 6–4lock, security cable 8–16locked s

IndexStartup and Reference Guide Index–7No Dial Tone error message 7–8Norton AntiVirus 2003 1–15notebook model, family, type, and serial number 9–3NTS

Index–8 Startup and Reference GuideIndexswitching between AC and battery 4–11turning on the notebook 1–7See also battery packpower buttonfunction, cha

IndexStartup and Reference Guide Index–9ROMdefined 9–2determining current version of 9–3downloading and installing 9–5obtaining updates 9–4RomPaq, dow

Index–10 Startup and Reference GuideIndexinitiated during critical low-battery condition 4–13initiating 3–7, 4–7power/standby light 2–6resuming from 4

IndexStartup and Reference Guide Index–11VVCRaudio-out jackfunction 6–4connecting 6–5vents, fan 2–10, 2–14video CDs, DVDs. See CD(s); DVD(s)video devi

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1–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1Startup2. Press the wireless device button. (The wireless device light turns on.)3. To install the HP setup and

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StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–15Protecting the Notebook Against VirusesWhen you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access,

1–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupUsing the Notebook SafelyThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

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Contents1Startup2 Hardware3 Keyboard4Power5 Drives and Drive Media6 Multimedia7 Communications8 Hardware Options and Upgrades9 Software Updates, Resto

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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–12HardwareContentsDisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2Top .

2–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareDisplayDisplayDisplay release latch Opens the notebook.345561-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 1

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–3TopTouchPad Top: TouchPad1TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.2TouchPad* Moves the poin

2–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareKeys and AntennaTop: Keys and Antenna1Fn key Combines with other keys to perform system tasks. For examp

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–5Power ControlsTop: Power Controls1Power button* When the notebook is: Off, press to turn on the noteboo

2–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareLightsTop: Lights1Num lock light On (green): Num lock or the internal keypad is on.2Caps lock light On (

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–7Audio Buttons and SpeakersTop: Audio Buttons and Speakers1Increase volume button Increases system volume

2–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareFront Panel Front Panel1SD (Secure Digital) Card lightOn: An SD Card or MMC is being accessed.2SD Card s

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–9Rear PanelConnectors and Jacks Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks1External monitor connector Connects an o

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–1Part-1StartupThis Startup and Reference Guide provides information about setting up and using your notebook. To

2–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareVent Rear Panel: VentExhaust vent* Provides airflow to cool internal components.ÄTo prevent overheating

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–11Left SideLeft Side1PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Ca

2–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareRight Side Right Side1Antenna (available on select models and not visible from outside the notebook)*Se

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–13UndersideBays and Memory CompartmentUnderside: Bays and Memory Compartment1Battery bay Holds a battery

2–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareDocking Connector and VentsUnderside: Docking Connector and Vent1Docking connector* Connects the notebo

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–15LabelsThe labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook components provide information you may need

2–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareAdditional Standard ComponentsThe components included with the notebook vary by region, country, notebo

HardwareStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–17Adapters and Battery PackAdditional Standard Components: Adapters and Battery Pack1AC adapter Converts

2–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2HardwareRestoration and Documentation CDsCDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining supplemen

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–13KeyboardContentsTouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2Identify

1–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupSetting Up the HardwareTo set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook, the AC adapter 1

3–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2KeyboardTouchPad Identifying TouchPad ComponentsThe TouchPad includes the following components:Identifying Touch

KeyboardStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–3Using the TouchPadThe TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll functions of an optional e

3–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2KeyboardHotkeysIdentifying HotkeysHotkeys are preset combinations of the Fn key 1 and one of the function keys 2

KeyboardStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–5Hotkey Quick ReferenceThe following table identifies the default hotkey functions. For information about

3–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2KeyboardHotkey ProceduresTo use a hotkeys command on the notebook keyboard, use either of the following procedur

KeyboardStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–7Initiate Standby (Fn+F5)The Fn+F5 hotkeys are set by default to initiate Standby. Standby can be initiat

3–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2KeyboardPlay, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or DVD (Fn+F9)The Fn+F9 hotkeys function only when an audio CD or DVD

KeyboardStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–9KeypadThe keypad consists of 15 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad. When the keyp

3–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2KeyboardTurning the Keypad On and OffWhen the keypad is off, press Fn+num lk 1 to turn the keypad on. When the

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–14PowerContentsUnderstanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown. . . . 4–2Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–3Inserting a Battery PackTo insert the battery pack into the battery bay:1. Turn the notebook underside up

4–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerUnderstanding Standby, Hibernation and ShutdownThis section describes Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown an

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–3 To determine whether the notebook is in Hibernation or turned off, press the power button:❏ If the notebo

4–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerChoosing Standby, Hibernation or ShutdownIf you plan to resume shortly: Initiate Standby for shorter times

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–5Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown ProceduresThis section explains the default Standby, Hibernation, a

4–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerTurning the Notebook or Display On or OffUsing Emergency Shutdown ProceduresIf the notebook does not respon

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–7Initiating or Resuming from StandbyTask Procedure ResultUser-initiated StandbyWith the notebook on, use eit

4–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerInitiating or Restoring from HibernationTask Procedure ResultUser-initiated HibernationWith the notebook on

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–9Setting Power Control PreferencesBy default, when the notebook is on: Briefly pressing the power button in

4–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerUsing Battery PowerIdentifying the Battery and Power/Standby LightsBattery pack procedures refer to the:Id

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–11Switching Between Battery and External PowerThe notebook switches between external power and battery power

1–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupOpening the NotebookTo open the notebook:1. Place the notebook display side up on a flat surface near an

4–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerMonitoring the Charge in a Battery PackObtaining Accurate Charge InformationTo increase the accuracy of al

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–13Managing Low-Battery ConditionsThe information in this section describes default alerts and system respons

4–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerCalibrating a Battery PackWhen to CalibrateEven if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necess

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–15If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, e

4–16 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerRecharging the Battery Pack1. Connect the notebook to external power and keep the notebook connected until

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–17Battery Conservation Settings and ProceduresUsing the following battery conservation settings and procedur

4–18 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2PowerReplacing a Battery PackÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the only po

PowerStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–19❏ To insert a battery pack, insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the no

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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–15Drives and Drive MediaContentsUnderstanding Drive and Drive Media Terms. . . . . . . . . 5–2Caring for Drives

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–5Connecting the Notebook to External PowerTo connect the notebook to external AC power:1. Plug the AC adap

5–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive MediaUnderstanding Drive and Drive Media TermsHard drives are for the permanent storage of data

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–3Caring for Drives and Drive MediaÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook or a drive an

5–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive MediaAdding a Drive to the SystemThe internal hard drive and optical drive are standard feature

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–5Inserting or Removing a DiscInserting a Disc1. Turn on the notebook.2. Press the release b

5–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive MediaRemoving a Disc (With Power)1. Turn on the notebook.2. Press the release button 1 on the d

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–7Removing a Disc (Without Power)If the notebook is turned off or if no power is available,

5–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive MediaPlaying a DiscYou can play a CD in a CD drive or a DVD drive. You can play a DVD only in a

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–9Protecting PlaybackÄCAUTION: Inserting or removing any device while running any multimedia

5–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive MediaSetting the Boot OrderBy default, the notebook starts up from the internal hard drive. Yo

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–115. Turn the notebook underside up.6. Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws.Removing th

1–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 1StartupCharging a New Battery PackThe battery pack you inserted earlier begins to charge as soon as the notebook

5–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive Media7. To remove a hard drive, grasp the hard drive assembly (the hard drive, the hard drive

Drives and Drive MediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 5–138. To insert a hard drive, insert the 2 alignment tabs on the hard drive cover into the 2

5–14 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2Drives and Drive Media9. If you have inserted a hard drive, reinsert the 2 hard drive retaining screws. (If you

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–16MultimediaContentsAdjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–2Using the I

6–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaAdjusting VolumeVolume can be adjusted by using the audio buttons on the notebook or by using operatin

MultimediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–3Using the Internal SpeakersThe internal speakers play sound in stereo from applications, the operating

6–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaConnecting an Audio DeviceÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before pu

MultimediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–5Connecting an S-Video DeviceConnecting the AudioThe S-Video jack supports video signals only. If you a

6–6 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaTurning a Video Device On and OffTo turn on a video device that is connected to the notebook, start or

MultimediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–7Using Multimedia SoftwareUsing Windows Media PlayerUse Windows Media Player primarily for playing audi

StartupStartup and Reference Guide—Part 1 1–7Turning On the NotebookTo turn on the notebook, press the power button 1. When the notebook turns on, the

6–8 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaTo play a DVD or video CD:1. Insert the DVD or video CD into the optical drive.2. Assign WinDVD to pla

MultimediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–93. Select the Properties icon in the lower right corner of the window.4. Select the General tab.5. Sel

6–10 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaPreparing to Use Easy CD CreatorÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a CD or DVD: Before

MultimediaStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 6–11Formatting Recording MediaYou can purchase optical drive media that either are or are not formatted f

6–12 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2MultimediaSelecting Easy CD Creator SettingsTo use DirectCD, Easy CD Creator, or CD Copier, the default setting

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–17CommunicationsContentsModem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2C

7–2 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsModemAll notebook models include an RJ-11 telephone jack, and some models ship with a preinstalled

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–3Connecting the ModemSelecting ConnectorsA modem must be connected to an analog telephone line.ÅWAR

7–4 Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2CommunicationsConnecting a Modem to an RJ-11 JackTo connect a modem to an analog telephone line that has an RJ-1

CommunicationsStartup and Reference Guide—Part 2 7–5Connecting a Modem with an AdapterTo connect a modem to an analog telephone line that does not hav