Broadcom BRCM1028 802.11g Wireless LAN PCI-E Mini Card User Manual User Guide
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Notebook Tour User Guide Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. Java is a U.S. trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: September 2008 Document Part Number: 483212-001 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ iv Product notice Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Table of contents 1 Identifying hardware 2 Components Top components ...................................................................................................................... 2 Lights ....................................................................................................................... 2 Buttons, switches, and pointing devices ........................................................................ 4 Display components .................................................................................................. 5 Keys ........................................................................................................................ 6 Front components ..................................................................................................................... 7 Rear components ..................................................................................................................... 8 Right-side components .............................................................................................................. 9 Left-side components ............................................................................................................... 10 Bottom components ................................................................................................................ 12 Wireless antennae ................................................................................................................. 13 Additional hardware components ............................................................................................ 14 3 Using the tablet Tablet display components ...................................................................................................... 16 Rotating the display ................................................................................................................ 17 Tablet mode ........................................................................................................... 17 Notebook mode ..................................................................................................... 18 4 Labels Index ................................................................................................................................. 21 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ vi Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 1 Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information. Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 2 Components Top components Lights Component Description (1) ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power rating should be connected. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Green: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external power (2) Power light Battery light Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Component Description source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. (3) Drive light ● Blinking green: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the internal hard drive. (4) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. (5) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. ● Off: Computer sound is on. ● On: Computer sound is off. (5) Volume mute light (6) Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume. (7) Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker volume. (8) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. Top components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Buttons, switches, and pointing devices Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. (2) Presentation button Starts the presentation feature. (3) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. (4) Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume: ● To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left. You can also tap or press the left half of the volume scroll zone. ● To increase volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from left to right. You can also tap or press the right half of the volume scroll zone. (5) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (6) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (7) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (8) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (9) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (10) TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (11) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Display components Component Description (1) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is recording or streaming video or capturing a still photograph. (2) Integrated Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs. (3) Keyboard light Illuminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when the keyboard light button is pressed. (4) Keyboard light button Opens and turns on the keyboard light. (5) HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. (6) Internal microphones (2) Record sound and transmit sound for video conferencing. (7) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting conditions in your environment. (8) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditional notebook mode into tablet mode or vice versa. * These controls can be accidentally activated while you are carrying the computer. To disable the controls, press and hold both the Q Menu button and the rotate button for several seconds. To reenable these controls, press and hold both buttons again. Top components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. (5) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. (6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Front components Component Description (1) ● When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, slide the switch to the right to shut down the computer. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the switch to the right briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch to the right briefly to exit Hibernation. Power switch If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide the switch to the right and hold for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. (2) Display release latch Opens the computer. (3) Keyboard light button Opens and turns on the keyboard light. (4) External WWAN antenna button Opens the external WWAN antenna. (5) Bluetooth® compartment Contains an optional Bluetooth device. Front components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Rear components Component Description (1) ● While Windows is running, press the button with the pen to enter the ctrl+alt+delete command. ● While the Computer Setup utility is running, press the button with the pen to enter the reset command. The computer resets and all unsaved information is lost. The reset function can be used to restore functionality when the system has become unresponsive. Windows security button* (2) Rotate button Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation. (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. (4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable. (5) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. *To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl, alt, and del keys on the onscreen keyboard. Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Right-side components Component Description (1) HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. (2) 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a camcorder. (3) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. (4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. (5) Media Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card and MultiMediaCard (MMC). (6) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Right-side components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Left-side components NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) Pen holder Stores the pen. (2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. (3) ExpressCard slot (select models only) Supports optional ExpressCards. (4) Wireless light ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. (5) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection. 10 (6) Info button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. (7) Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if used with a powered USB cable. Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Component Description (1) Pen holder Stores the pen. (2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. (3) Smart card reader (select models only) Supports smart cards and Java™ cards. (4) Wireless light ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband Wireless Module, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. (5) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection. (6) Info button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions. (7) Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if used with a powered USB cable. Left-side components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 11 Bottom components Component Description (1) Hard drive compartment Holds the hard drive, memory module slots, WLAN module (select models only) and WWAN module (select models only). (2) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components. WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. 12 (3) Speaker Produces sound. (4) Battery bay Holds the battery. (5) SIM slot Contains a subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. (6) Accessory battery connector door Slides open to expose the accessory battery connector. (7) Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery. (8) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (9) Charge level indicator Displays the approximate remaining battery charge. (10) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device. Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Wireless antennae On select computer models, wireless antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. Component Description (1) WWAN antenna* Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). (2) WLAN antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (3) External WWAN antenna Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). *The antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennae Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 13 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Components Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 3 Using the tablet 15 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Tablet display components Component Description (1) When pressed while Windows security button* ● Windows is open, enters the ctrl+alt+delete command.** ● Computer Setup utility is open, enters the reset command. (2) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditional notebook mode into tablet mode or vice versa. (3) Jog dial* Functions like the enter key and the up and down arrow keys on a standard keyboard: (4) Pen holder ● Press inward to enter a command. ● Rotate up to scroll up. ● Rotate down to scroll down. Stores the pen. *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Windows security button and jog dial, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Tablet PC Settings. **To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl, alt, and del keys on the on-screen keyboard. 16 Chapter 3 Using the tablet Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Rotating the display The computer display can rotate from traditional notebook mode to tablet mode NOTE: When the computer is docked in either notebook mode or tablet mode, the display will not rotate. Tablet mode To change the computer from notebook mode to tablet mode: 1. Slide the display release latch to release the display, then open the computer display. 2. Rotate the computer display clockwise until it snaps into place facing away from the keyboard. Rotating the display Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 17 3. Tilt the computer display downward onto the keyboard until it snaps into place. In tablet mode, the screen display automatically rotates from portrait to landscape as it is being turned. NOTE: If antennae on the computer are held in close proximity to the body, the antennae may disable automatic rotation of the screen display. Notebook mode To change the computer from tablet mode to notebook mode: 1. 18 Slide the display release latch (1). Chapter 3 Using the tablet Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 2. Open the computer display (2). 3. Rotate the computer display counterclockwise until it snaps into place facing the keyboard. NOTE: To prevent a lack of response when you turn on the computer, make sure the battery is firmly seated. Rotating the display Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 19 4 Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. 20 ● Service tag - Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number (p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity - Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Regulatory label - Provides regulatory information about the computer. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label - Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. You may need this information when traveling internationally. The modem approval label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s) (select models only) - Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the devices have been approved for use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are included with your computer. You may need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay and the hard drive bay. ● SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only) - Provides the ICCID (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located inside the battery bay. ● HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label (select models only) - Provides the serial number of your HP Broadband Wireless Module. This label is located inside the battery bay. Chapter 4 Labels Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 port, identifying 9 AC adapter, identifying 14 accessory battery connector, identifying 12 ambient light sensor, identifying applications key, Windows 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 battery bay 12, 20 battery light, identifying 2 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 20 Bluetooth compartment, identifying 7 Bluetooth label 20 buttons external WWAN antenna 7 keyboard light 5, 7 Presentation 4 rotate 8 TouchPad 4 volume mute 4 Windows security 8, 16 caps lock light, identifying 3 Certificate of Authenticity label charge level indicator, identifying 12 compartments hard drive 12 memory module 12 wireless devices 12 components additional hardware 14 bottom 12 display 5 front 7 left-side 10 rear 8 right-side 9 top 2 wireless antennae 13 connector, power 8 convertible hinge, identifying 16 cord, power 14 fingerprint reader, identifying 5, fn key, identifying 6 function keys, identifying 6 hard drive compartment, identifying 12 headphone (audio-out) jack 9 hinge, convertible 5, 16 holder, pen 16 HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label 20 5, display notebook mode 18 rotating 17 tablet mode 17 display release latch, identifying 7 display switch, identifying 4 docking connector, identifying 12 drive light, identifying 3 20 esc key, identifying 6 ExpressCard slot 10 external monitor port, identifying 8 external WWAN antenna button, identifying 7 external WWAN antenna, identifying 13 IEEE 1394 port, identifying 9 internal display switch, identifying 4 internal microphone, identifying jacks audio-in (microphone) 9 audio-out (headphone) 9 RJ-11 (modem) 8 RJ-45 (network 8 Jog dial 16 keyboard light button, identifying 5, 7 keyboard light, identifying 5 keypad keys, identifying 6 keys esc 6 fn 6 function 6 keypad 6 Index Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 21 Windows applications 6 Windows logo 6 labels Bluetooth 20 HP Broadband 20 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 20 modem approval 20 regulatory 20 service tag 20 SIM 20 wireless certification 20 WLAN 20 latch, battery release 12 lights battery 2 caps lock 3 drive 3 keyboard 5 mute 3 num lock 3 power 2 TouchPad 3 volume down 3 volume mute 3 volume up 3 webcam 5 wireless 10, 11 Media Card Reader, identifying 9 memory module compartment 12 microphone (audio-in) jack 9 microphone, internal 5 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 20 modem approval label 20 monitor port, external 8 mute button, identifying 4 mute light, identifying 3 num lock light, identifying operating system Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 20 Product Key 20 22 pen holder 10, 16 pen holder, identifying 11 pointing stick buttons, identifying 4 pointing stick, identifying 4 ports 1394 9 external monitor 8 USB 9 power connector, identifying 8 power cord, identifying 14 power light, identifying 2 Presentation button, identifying 4 Product Key 20 product name and number, computer 20 reader, fingerprint 5, 9 regulatory information modem approval label 20 regulatory label 20 wireless certification labels 20 release latch, battery 12 RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 8 RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8 rotate button 8 security cable slot, identifying 9 serial number, computer 20 service tag 20 SIM label 20 SIM slot, identifying 12 slots ExpressCard 10 Media Card Reader 9 smart card reader, identifying 11 speaker, identifying 12 switches wireless 10, 11 tablet display components TouchPad buttons 4 TouchPad light 3 TouchPad scroll zone 4 TouchPad, identifying 4 Index Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/ 16 traveling with the computer modem approval label 20 wireless certification labels 20 USB port, powered 10, 11 USB ports, identifying 9 vent 10, 11 vents, identifying 12 volume down light, identifying 3 volume mute button, identifying 4 volume mute light, identifying 3 volume scroll zone, identifying 4 volume up light, identifying 3 webcam light, identifying 5 webcam, identifying 5 Windows applications key, identifying 6 Windows logo key, identifying 6 Windows security button 16 Windows security button, identifying 8 wireless certification label 20 wireless device compartment 12 wireless light, identifying 10, 11 wireless switch, identifying 10, 11 WLAN antenna, identifying 13 WLAN device 20 WLAN label 20 WWAN antenna, identifying 13 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
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