Broadcom BRCM1002-H 802.11b WLAN Mini-PCI Module User Manual Ryan Startup and Ref Guide 3355

Broadcom Corporation 802.11b WLAN Mini-PCI Module Ryan Startup and Ref Guide 3355

CRN 10069 Q2 HP PP2180 user manual 1 of 2

Startup and Reference Guide
HP Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 335555-001
August 2003
Part 1: Startup
The Startup part of this guide explains how to set up your
notebook for the first time.
Part 2: Reference
The Reference part of this guide explains how to identify and use
the hardware and software features on your notebook.
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Contents
1Startup
2 System Components
3 Keyboard
4Power
5 Drives
6 Multimedia
7 Communications
8 Hardware Options and Upgrades
9 Software Updates, Restorations and
Utilities
A Specifications
Index
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Part-1
Startup
This Startup and Reference Guide provides information about
setting up and using your notebook.
■To set up your notebook hardware and software for the first
time, follow the procedures in “Part 1: Startup”.
■To learn more about using your notebook, refer to “Part 2:
Reference.” To find information about a specific topic:
❏Refer to the contents list on the first page of each chapter,
or
❏Refer to the Index.
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Setting Up the Hardware
To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook,
the power cord 1, the AC adapter 2, and the battery pack 3.
Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so that the battery can
begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external
power. (Refer to the next section for details.)
Open the notebook, connect it to external power, and press the
power button to turn on the notebook.
Identifying the AC adapter, the power cord, and the battery pack
(Power cords vary by region and country.)
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Inserting a Battery Pack
To insert the battery pack into the battery bay:
1. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface.
2. Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the
alignment slot on the notebook.
3. Tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place.
Inserting a battery pack
ÄCAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file
corruption or damage to components, do not remove the battery pack
until the notebook has been connected to external power.
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Opening the Notebook
To open the notebook:
1. Place the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an
electrical outlet.
2. Slide the display release latch 1, then lift the display 2.
Opening the notebook
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Connecting the Notebook to External Power
To connect the notebook to external power:
1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, then into an
electrical outlet 3.
As soon as the notebook is connected to external power, the
battery light turns on, and the battery pack begins to charge.
Connecting the notebook to external power
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Charging a New Battery Pack
The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the notebook is
connected to external power. Charge status is indicated by the
battery charge light.
The battery charge light is on while the battery pack is charging.
HP recommends that you leave the notebook connected to
external power until the battery pack is fully charged and the
battery charge light turns off.
A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook, but
battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery
pack has been fully charged.
Identifying the battery light
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Turning On the Notebook
To turn on the notebook, press the power button. When the
notebook turns on, the power/standby button lights up, the
power/standby light turns on, and you are prompted to begin
software setup.
Turning on the notebook
If the Notebook Does Not Turn On
■Make sure that the AC adapter is securely plugged into an
electrical outlet.
■Make sure that the outlet is providing power. (To confirm that
the outlet is providing power, plug another device into the
outlet.)
■If you have installed a battery pack, make sure that the battery
pack is firmly seated.
■Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included
with the notebook to contact an HP Customer Care Center.
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Setting Up the Software
ÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers
are installed, install software only when the notebook is connected to
external power through the AC adapter. During the installation:
■Do not unplug the notebook from external power.
■Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.
■Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable,
or cord.
Installing Basic Software
When the notebook is connected to external power and turned on
for the first time, a prompt to set up the operating system and
other basic software is displayed on the screen.
Before responding to the prompt and proceeding through the
on-screen instructions, read the following carefully and follow
the installation instructions in this chapter.
■After beginning the software setup, you must complete the
entire process without interruption. Setup time varies.
■If you are prompted to select a language, choose carefully. On
some models, the languages that you do not choose are
deleted from the system and cannot be restored during the
installation.
■Regional settings and most other preferences can be selected
or changed later, after the operating system is installed.
■When you are prompted to accept the End User License
Agreement, you must choose Accept to continue the
software setup.
✎During setup, it is normal for some notebook models to pause
occasionally for up to 2 minutes and to restart several times.
These pauses and restarts occur only during initial software setup.
They will not occur during routine Windows startups.
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Installing Optional Software
Instructions for installing and using many of the applications and
utilities included with the notebook are provided later in this
guide. If you prefer to install optional software now, the following
information may be helpful.
To install an application or a utility from a CD, refer to the
instructions included with the CD. If printed instructions are not
included in the CD package, they may be displayed on the screen
when the CD is inserted.
To view or install preloaded utilities or applications, select Start >
All Programs > Software Setup. Then:
■To display the descriptions and space requirements of a
preloaded item without installing it, select the Next button,
then select an item. After viewing the information, select the
Cancel button.
■To install a preloaded item, select the check box for the item,
select the Next button, then follow the instructions on the
screen.
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Setting Regional and Display Preferences
Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time,
date, and currency format, are set in the Regional Options
window of the operating system. To access the Regional Options
window, select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Language and
Regional Options icon.
Screen appearance settings are accessed from the operating
system Appearance and Themes window. To access the
Appearance and Themes window, select Start > Control
Panel > Appearance and Themes icon. To access the settings that
control the size of the items displayed on the screen, select the
Change Resolution task.
Turning Off the Notebook
Turn off the notebook by using the Windows shutdown
procedure. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
If the notebook does not respond, try the following emergency
shutdown procedures in the order below:
■Press ctrl+alt+delete, click the Shut Down button, then select
Shut Down from the drop down list.
■Press and hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds.
■Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the
battery pack. For instructions refer to “Replacing a Battery
Pack” in Chapter 4.
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Using the Notebook Safetly
Protecting the Notebook Against Computer
Viruses
When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet
access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer
viruses can disable the operating system, your applications, or
your utilities or cause them to function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and
in most cases repair damage they have caused. To provide
protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software
must be updated.
For antivirus instructions and more information about virus
updates, refer to the Help file within the application or select
Start > Help and Support.
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Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges
To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be
caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm:
■Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality
surge protector available from most computer or electronic
retailers.
■Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the
modem to the telephone jack.
■During an electrical storm, run the notebook on battery power
or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library
CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your
equipment:
■Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible
at all times.
■Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
■If provided with a three-pin attachment plug on your power cable,
plug the cable into a grounded (earthed) three-pin outlet. Do not
disable the power cord grounding pin. The grounding pin is an
important safety feature.
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ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety &
Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and
health and work habits for computer users, and provides important
electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on
the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the
Documentation Library CD that is included with the product.
ÅWARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications
at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal
for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid
potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the
notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with
the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment
(IEC 60950).
Getting Help
If you cannot solve a notebook problem by using this guide or the
supplementary information, including the Troubleshooting guide,
on the Documentation Library CD, you may need to contact HP.
Using the Help and Support Center
Installed on your notebook desktop is the Help and Support
Center that provides a comprehensive online resource tool that
can be used for the following:
■Troubleshooting assistance
■Downloading the latest driver updates and product
information
■Learning more about using and maintaining your notebook
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With the Help and Support Center, you can get immediate
assistance before contacting an HP support specialist. For
example, in Help and Support, you can:
■Troubleshoot and fix common notebook problems.
■Learn how to use the software tools for working with your
favorite music, video, games, and photos (select models).
■Get basic and detailed information about Windows XP for
customizing your notebook.
■Set up your notebook for networking and for communicating
on the Web.
■Use administration tools to manage areas such as passwords,
file backups, system restore, and user accounts.
■Learn how to print, fax, run performance and maintenance
tools, and install and configure new hardware.
■Protect your notebook files by using security and privacy
features such as Norton AntiVirus software.
■Undo changes to your notebook with System Restore.
■Improve performance of your hard drive and battery pack.
■Download the latest drivers, utilities, software updates, and
product documentation for your notebook.
■Use Tools to view notebook information and diagnose
problems.
■Keep your notebook up-to-date using Windows Update.
■Find compatible hardware and software.
To access the online Help and Support Center:
1. Press the fn+f1 hotkey or select Start > Help and Support.
2. Follow the on-screen directions to select the online Help
and Support Center feature that you need.
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Contacting Technical Support
If you cannot solve a problem using the Help and Support Center
installed on your notebook or the documentation provided with
your notebook, you can call technical support.
To obtain a list of worldwide customer support telephone
numbers, use either of the following methods:
■Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance
icon > System icon. Then, near the lower edge of the System
Properties window, select the Support Information button.
■Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included
with the notebook to contact an HP Customer Care Center.
To provide the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have
the notebook and the following information available when
you call:
■Notebook serial number and model description, which are
provided on labels affixed to the bottom of the notebook.
■Purchase date, as marked on your sales receipt/invoice.
■Conditions under which the problem occurred.
■Error messages that have displayed.
■Manufacturer and model of any optional printer connected.
■Operating system version number and registration number.
To view these numbers, select Start > Control Panel >
System > General tab.
■Determine the version of the system ROM installed on the
notebook.
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Part 2
Reference
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System Components
Contents
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Audio Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Connectors and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10
Left Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11
Connectors and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11
Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12
Right Side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14
Bays and Memory Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14
Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15
Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–16
Additional Standard Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–17
Cables and Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–17
Adapters and Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–18
Restoration and Documentation CDs . . . . . . . . . . . 2–19
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Display
Display
Display release latch Opens the notebook.
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Top
TouchPad
Top: TouchPad
1TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
2TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled.
3TouchPad scroll zone* Scroll up or down.
4Left and right TouchPad
buttons*
Function like the left and right buttons
on an external mouse.
5TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or
activates items on the screen.
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the
functions of TouchPad features, refer to “Setting TouchPad Preferences” in
chapter 3.
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Keys
Top: Keys
1Function keys Perform system and application tasks.
When combined with the fn key, the
function keys f1and f3 through f12
perform additional tasks as hotkeys.
Refer to the “Hotkey Quick Reference”
section in chapter 3 for details.
2fn key Combines with other keys to perform
system tasks. For example, pressing
fn+f8 increases screen brightness.
3Microsoft logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
4Applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items
beneath the pointer.
5Keypad keys (17) Standard numeric keypad.
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Power Controls
Top: Power Controls
Power button* When the notebook is:
■Off, press to turn on the notebook.
■On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation.
■In Standby, briefly press to resume from
Standby.
■In Hibernation, briefly press to restore from
Hibernation.
✎If the system has stopped responding and
Windows shutdown procedures cannot be
used, press and hold for at least
4 seconds to turn off the notebook.
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing
the function of the power button or display switch, refer to “Managing
Power Options” in chapter 4.
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Lights
Top: Lights
1Wireless On/Off light On: An integrated wireless device has been
enabled.
2Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
3Num lock light On: Num lock or the keypad is on.
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Audio Buttons
Top: Audio Buttons
1Decrease volume button Pressing the left side, decreases
system volume.
2Mute button Mutes or restores volume.
3Increase volume button Pressing the right side, increases
system volume.
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Front Panel
Front Panel
1Display release latch Opens the notebook.
2Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.
3Hard drive activity light On: The internal hard drive is being
accessed.
4AC power light On: The notebook is receiving AC power.
5Battery light On: The notebook is receiving battery
power.
Flashing: A battery pack is
malfunctioning and may need to be
replaced.
6Power/standby light On: Notebook is turned on.
Flashing: Notebook is in Standby.
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Rear Panel
Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks
1Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to
the notebook.
2RJ-11 telephone jack Connects a modem cable. (A modem
cable is included with select models.)
3RJ-45 network jack Connects an Ethernet network cable.
(An Ethernet network cable is included
with select models.)
4USB connectors (3) Connect optional 1.1 or 2.0-compliant
USB devices.
5S-Video jack Connects an optional S-Video device,
such as a television, VCR, camcorder,
projector, or video capture card.
6Parallel connector (available
on select models)
Connects an optional parallel device
such as a printer.
7External monitor connector Connects an optional VGA external
monitor or projector.
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Vents
Rear Panel: Vents
Exhaust vents Provides airflow to cool internal components.
ÄTo prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard
surface, such as a printer, or a soft
surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,
or thick clothing, to block airflow.
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Left Side
Connectors and Jacks
Left Side: Connectors and Jacks
1Power connector Connects an AC adapter cable.
2Expansion port Connects to an optional HP Notebook
Expansion Base.
3USB connector Connects an optional 1.1 or
2.0-compliant USB device.
41394 connector Connects an optional 1394 device,
such as a camcorder.
5Microphone jack Connects an optional monaural or
stereo microphone.
6Audio line-out jack Connects optional headphones or
powered stereo speakers. Also
connects the audio function of an
audio/video device such as a television
or VCR.
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Vents
Left Side: Vents
Exhaust vents Provide airflow to cool internal components.
ÄTo prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard
surface, such as a printer, or a soft
surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,
or thick clothing, to block airflow.
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Right Side
Right Side
1Infrared port Provides wireless communication
between the notebook and an optional
IrDA-compliant device.
2Digital Media slot Supports SD, MMC, Memory Stick,
and SmartMedia.
3Optical drive release button Opens the optical drive.
4Optical drive* Supports an optical disc.
5PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the
PC Card slot.
6PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I, Type II, or
Type III 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit
PC Card.
*The type of optical drive, such as a CD, DVD, or combination CD/DVD
drive, varies by model.
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Bottom
Bays and Memory Compartment
Bottom: Bays and Memory Compartment
1Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the
battery bay.
2Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots. Depending
on the model, when the notebook is
shipped either one or both memory
slots may be filled with a replaceable
memory module.
3Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive.
4Battery bay Holds a battery pack.
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Vents
Bottom: Vents
Intake vents Provide airflow to cool internal components.
ÄTo prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard
surface, such as a printer, or a soft
surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug,
or thick clothing, to block airflow.
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Labels
The labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook
components provide information you may need when
troubleshooting system problems or traveling internationally with
the notebook.
■The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label contains the
Product Key number. You may need this number to update or
troubleshoot problems with the operating system.
■The system label provides regulatory information about the
notebook.
■The product identification label contains the serial number of
the notebook and a code describing the original configuration
of the notebook. You will need the notebook serial number if
you call customer support.
■The modem approvals label, which is affixed to an optional
internal modem, provides regulatory information.
■Wireless certification labels, which are specific to various
types of optional wireless devices provide regulatory
information and lists the countries in which this optional
wireless device has been approved for use.
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Additional Standard Components
The components included with the notebook vary by region,
country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The
following sections identify the standard external accessories and
components included with most notebook models.
Cables and Cord
Additional Standard Components: Cables and Cord
1Modem cable
(included with select
models)
Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone
jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.
✎A modem cable has a 6-pin, RJ-11
telephone connector at each end.
2Network cable
(included with select
models)
Connects the notebook to an Ethernet
network jack.
✎A network cable has an 8-pin, RJ-45
network connector at each end.
3Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC electrical
outlet.
*Power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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Adapters and Battery Pack
Additional Standard Components: Adapters and
Battery Pack
1AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
2Country-specific modem
adapter (included by region
as required)
Adapts the modem cable to a
non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
3Japan-specific outlet adapter
(Japan only)
Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong
electrical outlet.
4Battery pack Runs the notebook when the notebook
is not connected to external power.
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Restoration and Documentation CDs
CDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining
supplementary information about the notebook are included with
the notebook.
■For information about restoring, repairing, or reinstalling
software, refer to “Software Updates, Restorations and
Utilities.”
■For supplementary information about the notebook, refer to
the Documentation Library CD. The Documentation Library
CD provided with all models includes the following guides:
❏Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Guide
❏Troubleshooting Guide
❏Modem and Networking Guide
❏Regulatory and Safety Notices
❏Safety & Comfort Guide
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Keyboard
Contents
TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Identifying TouchPad Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Setting TouchPad Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Identifying fn and Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference . . . . . . . 3–5
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10
Quick Launch Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11
Using Custom Assignments and Schemes. . . . . . . . 3–12
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TouchPad
Identifying TouchPad Components
The TouchPad includes the following components:
Identifying TouchPad components
Button name Default assignment
1TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
2TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled.
3TouchPad scroll zone Scroll up or down.
4Left and right TouchPad
buttons
Function like the left and right buttons
on an external mouse.
5TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or
activates items on the screen.
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Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll
functions of an optional external mouse.
■To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad
surface in the direction you want to move the pointer.
■If the pointer continues to move after you lift your finger
from the TouchPad surface, wait a few seconds and the
pointer will stop moving.
■To execute the click functions of the left or right button on
an external mouse, press the left or right TouchPad button.
■To scroll up or down, slide your finger up or down in the
scroll zone.
■To enable or disable the TouchPad, press the TouchPad
button. When the TouchPad is enabled, the TouchPad light
is on.
The notebook turns on with the TouchPad enabled. Users who
work with keystrokes rather than mouse actions may prefer to
disable the TouchPad to prevent accidental TouchPad activity.
Setting TouchPad Preferences
Pointer speed and shape, click speed, mouse trails, and other
pointing device preferences are set in the operating system Mouse
Properties window. To access Mouse Properties, select Start >
Control Panel > Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse icon.
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Using Hotkey and Shortcut Keys
Hotkey and shortcut keys are preset combinations of the fn key
with other keys on the keyboard.
■A hotkey is a combination of the fn key and one of the
function keys.
■A shortcut key is a combination of the fn key and a key other
than a function key.
Identifying fn and Function Keys
The icons on the function keys f1, and f3 through f12 represent the
hotkey functions available on the notebook.
Identifying hotkeys
Item Component
1fn key
2Function keys
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Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference
The following table identifies the default hotkey and shortcut key
functions.
✎For information about changing the function of the fn+f5 hotkey,
refer to the “Managing Power Options” section in chapter 4.
Default Function Key combination
Display System information. fn+esc
Open Help and Support window. fn+f1
Open Microsoft Internet Explorer. fn+f3
Switch display and image. fn+f4
Initiate Standby. fn+f5
Initiate QuickLock. fn+f6
Decrease display brightness. fn+f7
Increase display brightness. fn+f8
Play, pause, or resume an audio CD or DVD. fn+f9
Stop an audio CD or DVD. fn+f10
Play the previous track or chapter on an
audio CD or DVD.
fn+f11
Play the next track on an audio CD or DVD. fn+f12
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Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures
To use a hotkey or shortcut key command on the notebook
keyboard, use either of the following procedures:
■Briefly press the fn key, then briefly press the second key of
the hotkeys command.
■Press and hold down the fn key, briefly press the second key
of the hotkeys command, then release both keys at the
same time.
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands
Display System Information (fn+esc)
Press fn+esc to display information about system hardware
components and software version numbers. Press fn+esc a second
time to remove the system information from the screen.
✎When viewing system information, the system BIOS date is the
version number of the system ROM. The BIOS date may display
in a decimal format, such as 10/19/2002 F.07.
Open Help and Support Window (fn+f1)
The fn+f1 hotkey opens the Help and Support Center. From the
Help and Support Center, you can access general information
about your notebook, links to software updates and online
technical support specialists, and other support features.
For more information about the Help and Support window, refer
to the “Getting Help” section in “Startup.”
Open Internet Explorer (fn+f3)
The fn+f3 hotkey opens Internet Explorer. After you have set up
your Internet or network services and your Internet Explorer
home page, you can use the fn+f3 hotkey for quick access to
your home page and the Internet.
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Switch Display (fn+f4)
The fn+f4 hotkey switches the image between display devices
connected to the external monitor connector or the S-Video jack
on the notebook. For example, if an external monitor is connected
to the notebook, pressing the fn+f4 hotkey multiple times will
toggle the image between the notebook display, the external
monitor display, and a simultaneous display on both the notebook
and the monitor.
Most external monitors receive video information from the
notebook using the external VGA video standard. The fn+f4
hotkey can also toggle images between other devices receiving
video information from the notebook.
The following five video transmission types, with examples of
devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey:
■LCD (notebook display)
■External VGA (most external monitors)
■S-Video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture
boards with S-Video-in jacks)
■Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video
capture boards with composite-video-in jacks)
✎Composite video devices can only be connected to the notebook
when it is docked in an optional HP Notebook Expansion Base.
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Initiate Standby (fn+f5)
The fn+f5 hotkey is set by default to initiate Standby. Standby can
be initiated only while the notebook is on. If the notebook is in
Hibernation, you must restore from Hibernation before you can
initiate Standby.
To restore from Hibernation or resume from Standby, briefly
press the power button. For more information about using
Standby and Hibernation, refer to “Power.”
For information about changing the function of the fn+f5 hotkey,
refer in chapter 4 to the “Managing Power Options” section.
Initiate QuickLock (fn+f6)
The fn+f6 hotkey initiates the operating system QuickLock
security feature. The QuickLock feature disables the keyboard
and displays the log on screen. QuickLock does not disable the
TouchPad.
Before you can use the QuickLock feature, you must set a
Windows system password. For instructions, refer to your
operating system documentation.
After you have set a Windows system password:
■To initiate QuickLock, press fn+f6.
■To exit QuickLock, enter your Windows system password.
Decrease Screen Brightness (fn+f7)
The fn+f7 hotkey decreases notebook screen brightness. Hold
down the hotkey to decrease the brightness level incrementally.
Increase Screen Brightness (fn+f8)
The fn+f8 hotkey increases notebook screen brightness. Hold
down the hotkey to increase the brightness level incrementally.
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Play, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f9)
The fn+f9 hotkey functions only when an audio CD or DVD is
inserted. If the audio CD or DVD is:
■Not playing, press the fn+f9 hotkey to begin or resume
the play.
■Playing, press the fn+f9 hotkey to pause the play.
Stop an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f10)
The fn+f10 hotkey stops the play of an audio CD or DVD that is
playing.
Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f11)
The fn+f11 hotkey plays the previously played track of an audio
CD or DVD that is playing.
Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD (fn+f12)
The fn+f12 hotkey plays the next track of an audio CD or DVD
that is playing.
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Keypad
The keypad consists of 17 keys that can be used like the keys on
an external keypad.
Identifying the keypad keys
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Quick Launch Buttons
The three Quick Launch buttons enable you to use one keystroke
to access a software application or to activate a wireless network
device.
Identifying the Quick Launch buttons
✎The settings for the Quick Launch buttons can be changed. Refer to the
next section for information on reassigning these buttons to other
applications.
Button name Default assignment
1Media button Launches multimedia application.
2Picture button Launches digital imaging application.
3Wireless on/off butfton Turns the wireless network device on
and off.
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Using Custom Assignments and Schemes
A Quick Launch button can be re-assigned to an Internet or
network destination or to any software application or data file.
For example, an Quick Launch button can be assigned to open
your Internet browser to a favorite Web page or to open an
application, such as Microsoft Word, or a document, such as an
Excel worksheet, on a notebook or network drive.
Button assignments can be grouped into schemes. When you
select a scheme, only the button assignments within that scheme
are active. Button assignments and schemes are set up, changed,
or deleted in the Quick Launch buttons window.
To program a Quick Launch button:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Utilities > Quick Launch.
2. On the Quick Launch tab, select the button you want to
reprogram.
3. Type a label for the button, then select the application,
document, folder, or Web site you want the button to open.
If you want a label to appear onscreen when you press a button,
select that option on the Onscreen Display tab.
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4
Power
Contents
Selecting a Power Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown . . . . 4–3
Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3
Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4
Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown . . . . . . . . . 4–6
When Leaving Your Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
When External Power Supply is Uncertain . . . . . . . . 4–6
When Using Infrared or Drive Media . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7
Using Default Power Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Identifying Power Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . 4–8
Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off . . . . . . . 4–9
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . 4–10
Initiating or Resuming from Standby . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11
Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation . . . . . . . . 4–12
Managing Power Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13
Using Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16
Identifying the Power Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16
Switching Between Battery and External Power. . . 4–17
Charging a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17
Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . 4–18
Managing Low-Battery Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–20
Calibrating a Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–21
Storing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24
Battery Conservation Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–25
Replacing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–26
Disposing of a Used Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–27
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Selecting a Power Source
The notebook can run on internal power from a battery pack or
on external power from an AC adapter and other devices. The
following table describes the best power source for general tasks.
ÅWARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications
at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal
for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid
potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the
notebook on your lap for extended periods. The notebook complies with
the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment
(IEC 60950).
Task Recommended Power Source
Work in most software
applications.
■Charged battery pack in the
notebook
■External power supplied through
the following devices:
❐AC adapter
❐Optional HP Notebook
Expansion Base
Charge or calibrate a battery
pack in the notebook.
External power supplied through:
■AC adapter
■Optional HP Notebook
Expansion Base
Install or modify system
software or write to a CD.
External power supplied through:
■AC adapter
■Optional HP Notebook
Expansion Base
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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 4–3
Understanding Standby, Hibernation
and Shutdown
This section describes Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown and
explains when to implement them. Standby and Hibernation are
energy-saving features that can be initiated by you or by the
system.
Standby
Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use.
When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access
memory (RAM) and the screen is cleared.
■Saving your work before initiating Standby is not usually
necessary, but is a recommended precaution.
■When the notebook is in Standby, the power/standby light
flashes.
When you resume from Standby, your work returns to the screen
where you left off.
ÄCAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your
notebook in Standby for extended periods. Connect to an external
power source if your notebook will not be used for extended periods.
✎The system will not initiate from Standby through touchpad
movement.
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Hibernation
Hibernation takes a snapshot of the current system memory, saves
it to the hard drive, then shuts down the notebook. When you
resume from Hibernation, your work returns to the screen exactly
as you left it.
When possible, save your work before initiating Hibernation to
prevent loss of data. Do not change the notebook configuration
during Hibernation.
ÄCAUTION: If the configuration of the notebook system is changed during
Hibernation, it may not be possible to resume from Hibernation. When the
notebook is in Hibernation:
■Do not add or remove memory modules.
■Do not insert or remove the hard drive.
■Do not connect or disconnect external devices.
■Do not insert or remove a CD or DVD.
■Do not insert a PC Card, SD Card, Memory Stick, Smart Media
Card, or MMC.
If you cannot resume from Hibernation when power is restored to
the system, you will be prompted to delete the restoration data
and proceed with system boot. Unsaved data will be lost. If a
power-on password has been set, the password must be entered to
resume from Hibernation.
Hibernation is enabled by default, but can be disabled. To reduce
the risk of power loss during a low battery condition, users should
disable Hibernation only during a battery pack calibration.
ÄCAUTION: If Hibernation is disabled, the system does not
automatically save your system memory if the notebook reaches a
critical low-battery condition.
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To verify that Hibernation is enabled, select Start > Control
Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options >
Hibernate tab. Be sure that the Enable Hibernation check box is
selected.
✎Hibernation will not be displayed as a power option in the Power
Options window if it has been disabled.
Shutdown
Shutdown procedures turn off the notebook. Whether to leave
a battery pack in the notebook or in storage depends on how
you work:
■Leaving the battery pack in the notebook enables the battery
pack to charge whenever the notebook is connected to
external power and also protects your work during a power
outage.
■A battery pack in the notebook discharges more quickly, even
when the notebook is turned off, than a battery pack that has
been removed from the notebook and stored in a cool, dry
location.
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Initiating Standby, Hibernation or
Shutdown
The following sections describe when to initiate Standby or
Hibernation and when to shut down your notebook.
When Leaving Your Work
Initiate Standby for shorter times and Hibernation for longer
times or for more power conservation.
The amount of time a battery pack can support Standby or
Hibernation or hold a charge varies by notebook configuration
and the condition of the battery pack.
■Initiating Standby clears the screen, uses less power than
leaving the notebook on, and your work returns quickly to the
screen when you resume from Standby. A fully charged new
battery pack can typically support Standby for up to 48 hours.
■Initiating Hibernation clears the screen and uses much less
power than Standby. Returning to work saved in Hibernation
takes longer than returning to work saved in Standby, but is
faster than returning to your place manually after restarting
the notebook. A fully charged new battery pack can typically
support Hibernation for several weeks.
To extend the life of the battery pack when the notebook will be
disconnected from external power for an extended period, shut
down the notebook, remove the battery pack, and store it in a
cool, dry location.
When External Power Supply is Uncertain
If an external power supply is uncertain, for example, because of
an electrical storm, save your work, then initiate Hibernation or
shut down the notebook.
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When Using Infrared or Drive Media
Standby and Hibernation interfere with the use of infrared
communication and drive media.
■If the notebook is in Standby or Hibernation, you cannot
initiate an infrared transmission.
■If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while drive
media (such as a diskette, disk, CD, or DVD) is in use:
❏Your playback may be interrupted.
❏You may see a warning message: “Putting the computer
into Hibernation or Standby may stop the playback. Do
you want to continue?” Select No.
❏Resume from Hibernation or Standby by briefly pressing
the power button.
❏Audio and video may resume, or you may need to restart
the media.
ÄCAUTION: Do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while using drive
media. Doing so may result in video and audio degradation and loss of
audio and video playback functionality.
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Using Default Power Settings
This section explains the default Standby, Hibernation, and
shutdown procedures and includes information about turning the
display on or off.
You can change many of these settings according to your
preferences. If you want to change the default settings, refer to
“Setting Power Options” later in this chapter.
Identifying Power Controls and Indicators
Standby, Hibernation, shutdown, and display procedures use the
following controls and indicators:
1 Power button
2 Initiate Standby hotkey (fn+f5)
3 Power/standby light
Identifying Standby, Hibernation, shutdown, and display controls
and indicators
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Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off
Task Procedure Results
Turn on the
notebook.
Press the power button.
✎Pressing the
power button
turns on the
notebook from
Standby,
Hibernation, or
shutdown.
■The power/standby light
turns on.
■The operating system
loads.
Shut down the
notebook.*
Save your work and close
all open applications.
Then:
■Press the power button
and follow the
onscreen instructions
(if displayed) for
shutting down the
notebook.
■Shutdown the
notebook through the
operating system.
Select Start > Turn Off
Computer > Turn Off.
■The power/standby light
turns off.
■The operating system
shuts down.
■The notebook turns off.
*If the system is unresponsive, and you are unable to shut down the notebook
with this procedure, refer to the next section, “Using Emergency Shutdown
Procedures.”
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Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
If the notebook does not respond and you are unable to use
normal Windows shutdown procedure, try the following
emergency shutdown procedures in the sequence provided:
■Press ctrl+alt+delete. Select the Shut Down button, then select
Shut down from the drop-down list.
■Press and hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds.
■Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the
battery pack. For battery pack removal instructions, refer to
the “Replacing a Battery Pack” section, later in this chapter.
ÄCAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures may result in the loss of
unsaved data.
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Initiating or Resuming from Standby
Task Procedure Result
Initiate Standby With the notebook on, use
either of the following
procedures:
■Press the fn+f5 hotkey.
■Select Start > Turn off
Computer > Stand by.
■The power/standby light
flashes.
■The screen clears.
Allow the system
to initiate
standby
■If the notebook is running
on battery power, the
system initiates standby
after 10 minutes of
notebook inactivity (default
setting).
■If the notebook is running
on external power, the
system does not initiate
standby.
■Power settings and
timeouts can be changed
in the Power Options
window.
■The power/standby light
flashes.
■The screen clears.
Resume from
user-initiated or
system-initiated
Standby.
■Press the power button. ■The power/standby light
turns on.
■Your work returns to the
screen.
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Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation
Task Procedure Result
Initiate
Hibernation
With the notebook on, use either
of the following procedures:
■Briefly press the power
button.
■Select Start > Shut Down >
Hibernate. (If the Hibernate
option is not displayed, press
and hold shift.)
✎If the notebook is in
Standby, you must
resume from Standby
before you can initiate
Hibernation.
■The power/standby
light turns off.
■The screen clears.
Allow the system
to initiate
Hibernation (with
Hibernation
enabled)
■If the notebook is running on
battery power, the system
initiates Hibernation after 30
minutes of notebook inactivity
or when the battery pack
reaches a critical low-battery
condition.
■If the notebook is running on
external power, the system
will not initiate Hibernation.
■Power settings and timeouts
can be changed in the Power
Options window.
■The power/standby
light turns off.
■The screen clears.
Resume from
user-initiated or
system-initiated
Hibernation.
Press the power button.
✎If the system initiated
Hibernation because of
a critical low-battery
condition, connect
external power or insert
a charged battery pack
before you press the
power button.
■The power/standby
light turns on.
■Your work returns to
the screen.
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Managing Power Options
Many of the default power settings, such as timeouts and alarms,
can be changed in Power Options. For example, you can set an
audio alert to warn you when the battery reaches a low-power
condition.
By default, when the notebook is on:
■Briefly pressing the power button initiates Hibernation.
■Pressing the fn+f5 hotkey, called the “sleep button” in the
operating system, initiates Standby.
■The display switch turns off the display. The display switch is
activated by closing the display.
Accessing the Power Options Window
To change the function of the power button, the fn+f5 hotkey, or
the display switch:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance icon > Power Options icon > Advanced tab.
❏To change the power button function, select a function
from the drop-down list for When I Press The Power
Button On My Computer.
❏To change the function of the fn+f5 hotkey, select a
function from the drop-down list for When I Press The
Sleep Button On My Computer.
❏To change the display switch function, select a function
from the drop-down list for When I Close The Lid Of My
Portable Computer.
2. Select the OK button.
✎The Hibernate function is available in the power button, sleep
button, and display switch drop-down lists only if Hibernation is
enabled.
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Displaying the Power Meter Icon
The Power Meter icon changes shape to indicate whether the
notebook is running on a battery pack or external power.
Double-click the icon to display the Power Options window.
To hide or show the Power Meter icon on the taskbar:
1. Access the Power Options window.
2. Select the Advanced tab.
3. Select or clear the Always show icon on the taskbar
check box.
4. Select the OK button.
✎If you cannot see an icon you have placed on the taskbar, the icon
may be hidden. Select the arrow or vertical bar on the taskbar and
expand it to view icons.
Setting or Changing a Power Scheme
The Power Schemes tab in the Power Options window assigns
power levels to system components. You can assign different
schemes depending on whether the notebook is running on a
battery pack or external power.
You can also set a power scheme that initiates Standby or turns
off the display or hard drive after a time interval that you specify.
To set a power scheme:
1. Access the Power Options window > Power Schemes tab.
2. Select the power scheme you wish to modify, and adjust
options in the lists on the screen.
3. Select Apply.
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Using a Security Password
You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password
when the notebook turns on or resumes from Standby or
Hibernation.
To set a password prompt, access the Power Options window >
Advanced tab. Select the check box for Prompt For Password
When the Computer resumes from Standby, and select OK.
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Using Battery Power
Identifying the Power Lights
Battery pack procedures refer to the front panel lights:
Identifying the battery and power/standby lights
Top: TouchPad
1Power/standby light On when the notebook has power.
2Battery light ■On in the absence of AC power, when
the notebook is running on battery
power.
■Flashing indicates that the battery pack
is malfunctioning and may need to be
replaced.
3AC power light ■On when notebook is connected to AC
power.
■When AC power is available, the
battery will charge.
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Switching Between Battery and External
Power
The notebook switches between AC power and battery power
according to the availability of an external AC power source,
always preferring AC power. If the notebook contains a charged
battery pack and is running on external AC power, the notebook
will switch to battery power only if the AC adapter is
disconnected from the notebook.
Keeping a battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack
to charge whenever the notebook is connected to external power
and also protects your work in case of a power outage. On the
other hand, a battery pack in the notebook slowly discharges even
when the notebook is powered off.
To prolong battery life, remove and store the battery pack if you
will not be using the notebook for 2 weeks or more. Refer to
“Storing a Battery Pack” later in this chapter for details.
Charging a Battery Pack
The battery pack charges whenever the notebook is connected to
external power through an AC adapter.
The battery pack charges whether the notebook is turned off or
turned on, but charges most quickly when the notebook is turned
off. When the notebook is turned on, charging times are longer
and vary with system activity.
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Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack
Obtaining Accurate Charge Information
To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays:
■Allow the battery pack to fully discharge before charging it.
■Charge the battery pack fully. Even a new battery pack can
display charge information inaccurately if it has not been
fully charged.
■Fully charging and discharging the battery pack will reduce
the need for battery calibration.
Displaying Charge Information
To display battery charge information on the screen, select Start >
Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power
Options icon > Power Meter tab.
Power Meter displays battery status in both percent and time:
■The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the
battery pack.
■The time indicates the approximate running time remaining
on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide
power at the current level. For example, the time remaining
will decrease if you start playing a DVD and will increase if
you stop playing a DVD.
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Managing Low-Battery Conditions
Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be
changed in the Power Options window of the operating system.
The information in this section describes the alerts and system
responses set at the factory. Preferences set in the Power Options
window do not affect lights.
Identifying Low-Battery Conditions
This section explains how to identify low and critical battery
conditions.
Low-Battery Condition
When a battery pack that is the sole power source for the
notebook reaches a low-battery condition (5 percent of a full
charge), the battery light blinks.
Critical Low-Battery Condition
If a low-battery condition is not resolved, the notebook enters a
critical low-battery condition (3 percent of a full charge).
In a critical low-battery condition:
■If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook initiates Hibernation.
■If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook remains briefly in Standby, then shuts
down and loses your unsaved work.
To verify that Hibernation is enabled, be sure that the Enable
Hibernate Support check box on the Hibernate tab is selected. To
access the tab select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options icon.
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Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
ÄCAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition
and has begun to initiate Hibernation, do not restore power until the
Power/Standby light turns off.
When External Power Is Available
To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is
available, connect the AC adapter.
When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available
To resolve a low-battery condition when a charged battery pack is
available, turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation, insert a
charged battery pack, then turn on the notebook.
When No Power Source Is Available
To resolve a low-battery condition when no power source is
available, initiate Hibernation, or save your work and shut down
the notebook.
When the Notebook Cannot Exit Hibernation
To resolve a low-battery condition when the notebook lacks the
power to exit Hibernation:
1. Insert a charged battery pack or connect external power.
2. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button.
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Calibrating a Battery Pack
When to Calibrate
Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary
to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to
calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibrate the battery
pack under the following conditions:
■When battery charge displays seem inaccurate.
■When you observe a significant change in battery run time.
■When the battery pack has not been used for one month
or more.
How to Calibrate
To calibrate a battery pack, you must fully charge, fully
discharge, then fully recharge the battery pack.
Charging the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack while the notebook is in use. To charge
the battery pack:
1. Insert the battery pack into the notebook. For instructions,
refer to “Replacing a Battery Pack” later in this chapter.
2. Connect the notebook to external power. (The battery light is
on as the battery pack charges.)
3. Leave the notebook connected to external power until the
battery pack is fully charged. (The battery light turns off.)
Discharging the Battery Pack
Hibernation is enabled by default, but can be disabled. Before you
begin the full discharge, disable Hibernation. To disable
Hibernation, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. Then clear the
Enable Hibernation check box.
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ÄCAUTION: If you plan to leave the notebook unattended during
discharge, save your work before starting the discharge
procedure.
To fully discharge the battery pack:
1. Select the power icon on the taskbar or select Start > Control
Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power Options
icon > Power Schemes tab.
2. Record all settings in the Plugged In column and all settings
in the Running On Batteries column, so you can reset them
after calibration.
3. Use the drop-down lists to set each item in both columns to
Never.
4. Select the OK button.
5. Disconnect the notebook from the external power source, but
do not turn off the notebook.
6. Run the notebook on battery power until the battery pack is
fully discharged. When the battery pack is fully discharged,
the battery light turns off and the notebook shuts down.
If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge
procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the
following performance from your system during the discharge
process:
■The monitor will not turn off automatically.
■Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically while the
notebook is idle.
■System-initiated Standby will not occur.
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Recharging the Battery Pack
1. Connect the notebook to external power and keep the
notebook connected until the battery pack is fully recharged
and the battery light turns off.
You can use the notebook while the battery pack is
recharging, but the battery pack will charge faster if the
notebook is turned off.
2. Select the Power icon on the taskbar or select Start > Control
Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power Options
icon > Power Schemes tab.
3. Reenter the settings you recorded for the items in the Plugged
In column and the Running on Batteries column.
4. Select the OK button.
ÄCAUTION: After calibrating the battery pack, reenable Hibernation:
select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power
Options > Hibernate tab, then select the Enable Hibernation check box.
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Storing a Battery Pack
If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than
2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack.
ÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to
high temperatures for extended periods of time.
High temperatures accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored
battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, keep
it in a cool, dry place.
Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store
a battery pack. The storage times provided are based on a battery
pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge. A fully charged
battery pack can be safely stored longer.
Temperature
Range °F
Temperature
Range °C Safe Storage Time
115°–140° 46°–60° Less than 1 month
79°–113° 26°–45° No more than 3 months
32°–77° 0°–25° 1 year
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Battery Conservation Settings
Using the following battery conservation settings and procedures
extends the run time of a battery pack.
■Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections
and exit modem applications when you are not using them.
■Disconnect from the notebook any external devices that use
power from the notebook. Battery run time is not affected by
external devices that are plugged into an external power
source.
■Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using. For more
information, refer to the “Using a PC Card” section in
Chapter 8.
■Disable or remove a Digital Media card (SD, MMC, Memory
Stick, or SmartMedia) you are not using.
■Lower screen brightness.
■Lower system volume.
■Turn off a device connected to the S-Video jack.
■If you leave your work, initiate Standby or Hibernation or
shut down the notebook.
■Select a short wait time, 5 minutes or less, for the monitor
timeout. To change monitor timeout settings, select Start >
Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > Power
Options icon > Power Meter tab. Select a short wait time
from the Turn Off Monitor drop-down list, then select OK.
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Replacing a Battery Pack
ÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that
is the only power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook
before removing the battery pack.
To replace the battery pack:
1. Turn the notebook upside down.
❏To remove a battery pack, slide the battery release
latch 1. (The battery pack tilts upward.) Then pull the
battery pack out of the battery bay 2.
Removing a battery pack
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❏To insert a battery pack, insert the alignment tab on the
battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook, then
tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place.
Inserting a battery pack
2. To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook, press
the power button.
Disposing of a Used Battery Pack
For information about recycling or disposing of
a used battery pack, refer on the Documentation
Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices
guide.
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5
Drives
Contents
Understanding Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Types of Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Caring for Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3
Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4
Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light. . . . . . . . . 5–4
Replacing the Internal Hard Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5
Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8
Inserting an Optical Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–9
Removing an Optical Disc (With Power) . . . . . . . . 5–10
Removing an Optical Disc (Without Power). . . . . . 5–11
Playing an Optical Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12
Setting the Boot Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–14
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Understanding Drives
The hard drive and optical (CD/DVD) drive are standard
features of the notebook, but the optical drive features vary by
model. Some notebooks include a diskette drive and/or a USB
Digital drive.
Adding a Drive to the System
Drives enable you to store and access data. An optional external
drive can be added to the system by connecting it to one of the
USB (Universal Serial Bus) or 1394 connectors on the notebook.
Additional data storage can be added with Digital Media
including Secure Digital Card, Multimedia Card, Smart Media,
and Memory Stick.
Types of Drives
Hard drives are for the storage of data files and of software such
as system files, applications, and drivers. A hard drive is
sometimes called a hard disk drive.
Optical drives include CD and DVD drives. Optical drives
support DVDs and/or CDs, often called discs, which are used to
store or transport data and to play music and movies. DVDs have
a higher capacity than CDs. The notebook can read or write to
optical drives as described in the following table.
Diskette drives support diskettes, which are used to store or
transport data. The notebook can read or write to any diskette.
A diskette drive is sometimes called a floppy disk drive.
Optical Drive Read Write
DVD-ROM drive Yes No
DVD/CD-RW drive Yes Yes
DVD+RW Yes Yes
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Caring for Drives
Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled
with care. The following cautions apply to all drives. Additional
cautions are included with the procedures to which they apply.
ÄCAUTION: To prevent loss or damage to the notebook or a drive:
■Handle a drive carefully. Do not drop it.
■When inserting a drive, use only enough pressure to seat the drive.
Excessive force can damage drive connectors.
■Do not spray a drive with a cleaner or other liquid or expose it to
temperature extremes.
■Do not remove the primary hard drive (the hard drive in the hard
drive bay) except for repair or replacement.
■Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. To
prevent electrostatic damage to the notebook or a drive:
❏Discharge yourself from static electricity before handling a drive
by touching a grounded metal object, and
❏Avoid touching the connectors on a drive. For more information
about preventing electrostatic damage, refer to the Regulatory
and Safety Notices on the Documentation Library CD.
■Avoid exposing a hard drive or a diskette to devices with magnetic
fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport
walk-through devices and security wands. The airport security
devices that check carry-on luggage, usually while it is placed on a
conveyor belt, use x-rays instead of magnetism and will not
damage a hard drive or a diskette.
■If you mail a drive, ship it in packaging that protects it from shock,
vibration, temperature, and high humidity. Label the package
“FRAGILE.”
ÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to drive media:
■Do not open the metal shutter of a diskette or touch the disk within
the diskette case.
■Do not expose a diskette to a strong magnetic field, such as the
security field used by a walk-through security device or a handheld
security wand.
■Clean a CD or DVD only with a disc cleaning kit, available from
most electronics retailers.
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Hard Drive
This section discusses the primary hard drive of the notebook.
Identifying the Hard Drive Activity Light
The hard drive activity light turns on when the internal hard drive
is being accessed.
Identifying the hard drive activity light
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Replacing the Internal Hard Drive
The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the internal hard drive.
Remove the internal hard drive only for repair or replacement.
ÄCAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, do not
begin this procedure until you have:
■Saved your work, closed all open applications, and shut down the
notebook.
■Disconnected the notebook from external power and removed the
battery pack.
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the notebook and close the display.
3. Disconnect the notebook from external power.
4. Remove the battery pack.
5. Turn the notebook upside down.
6. Remove the 4 hard drive retaining screws from the hard
drive bay.
Removing the hard drive retaining screws
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