Sierra Wireless MC5720 Express Mini-PCI USB Wireless CDMA 1xEV-DO Module User Manual 396323 001

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DRAFT Revised: 7/6/05File: Title.fm PN: HP-396323-001 hp CONFIDENTIALJuly 6, 2005 9:13 amNotebook TourDocument Part Number: 396323-001December 2005This guide explains the computer hardware features.

Notebook Tour iiDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: 396323-001TOC.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALContents1 ComponentsTop components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Buttons and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Hotkey quick reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Front components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Rear components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Right-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Left-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Bottom components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13WLAN antennae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16WWAN antennae . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Additional hardware components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 SpecificationsOperating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Index

Notebook Tour 1DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIAL1ComponentsThis guide explains the hardware features of the computer.To see a list of installed hardware on the computer:1. Select Start > My Computer.2. In the System Tasks window in the left pane, select View system information.3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager.

2Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALTop componentsLightsComponent Description1Power lights* (2) Green: The computer is on.Blinking green: The computer is in standby.Off: The computer is off or in hibernation.2Wireless lights† (2) On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device is turned on.(Continued)

ComponentsNotebook Tour 3DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIAL3Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.4Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.5Volume mute light On: System sound is turned off.6Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging.Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity.Blinking amber: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking more quickly.Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches a low-battery condition.7IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.*There are 2 power lights. Both display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open; the other power light is always visible on the front of the computer.†There are 2 wireless lights. Both display the same information. The light on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open; the other wireless light is always visible on the front of the computer.Component Description

4Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALTouchPadComponent Description1TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking.2Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.3Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.4TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.*This table describes default settings.

ComponentsNotebook Tour 5DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALButtons and switchesComponent Description1Power button* When the computer is■Off, press to turn on the computer.■In standby, briefly press to exit standby.■In hibernation, briefly press to exit hibernation.If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.2Display switch Initiates standby if the display is closed while the computer is on.(Continued)

6Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIAL3Info Center button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open the following software solutions: Altiris Local Recovery, Contact HP, Help and Support, Accessories Product Tour (Options Demo), ProtectTools Security Manager, Software Setup, System Information, and Wireless Assistant.4Wireless button* Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.✎To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must already be set up.5Presentation mode button Turns on Presentation mode.6Volume mute button Mutes system sound.7Volume down button Decreases system volume.8Volume up button Increases system volume.*This table describes default settings.Component Description

8Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALHotkey quick reference5Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.6Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key.✎Refer to the table in “Hotkey quick reference” for a description of each hotkey.Component DescriptionTo perform this function PressInitiate standby fn+f3Resume from standby Power buttonAlternate between computer display and external displayfn+f4Display battery information fn+f8Clear battery information fn+f8Decrease screen brightness fn+f9Increase screen brightness fn+f10Display system information fn+escClear system information fn+esc or press OK

ComponentsNotebook Tour 9DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALFront componentsComponent Description1Display release latch Opens the computer.2Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the computer and an optional IrDA-compliant device.3Speakers (2) Produce system sound.46-in-1 Digital Media Slot Supports 6 optional digital card formats: SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SmartMedia card, and xD-Picture Card.56-in-1 Digital Media Slot light On: A digital card is being accessed.

10 Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALRear componentsComponent Description1Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.ÄThe security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.2Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter.3Parallel port Connects an optional printer.4S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.

ComponentsNotebook Tour 11DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALRight-side componentsComponent Description1Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system stereo sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, headset, or television audio.2Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional headset microphone or a monaural microphone.3USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the computer using a standard USB cable. Either port can also connect an optional External MultiBay II to the computer. The MultiBay II must be plugged into an external power source.4Optical drive Reads an optical disc.5Optical drive button Releases the media tray.6Serial port Connects an optional serial device.

12 Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALLeft-side componentsComponent Description1USB ports (2) Connect USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the computer using a standard USB cable. Either port can also connect an optional External MultiBay II to the computer. The MultiBay II must be plugged into an external power source.2External monitor port Connects an external monitor.3Exhaust vent Provides airflow to cool internal components.ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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 thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.✎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.4RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.5RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.61394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device, such as a camcorder.(Continued)

ComponentsNotebook Tour 13DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALBottom components7PC Card slots (2) Support optional Type I, Type II, or Type III 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards. Some models may be shipped with a smart card reader in the bottom card slot.8PC Card slot eject buttons (2) Eject the PC Cards from the PC Card slots.Component Description

14 Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALComponent Description1Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive.2Expansion memory module and Mini PCI compartment Contains the expansion memory module slot and a wireless LAN device.ÄTo prevent an unresponsive system and the display of a warning message, replace only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you replace a device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. Then contact Customer Care. To contact Customer Care, click Contact a Technician in the Help and Support Center.Editor’s Note: On theDavos 2.0 I worked on, Contact a Technician is not showing up in Help and Support. Will it be there?3Travel battery connector Connects an optional travel battery.4Primary battery pack release latches (2) Release the primary battery pack from the battery bay.5Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.6Docking connector Connects the computer to an optional docking device.

ComponentsNotebook Tour 15DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIAL7Exhaust vents (2 or 3)* Provides airflow to cool internal components.ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct 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 thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.✎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.*Depending on your computer model, the vents on the computer may vary in number and location.Component Description

16 Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALWLAN antennaeTwo wireless antennae inside the display closure send and receive wireless device signals over wireless local area networks (WLANs). These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer.

ComponentsNotebook Tour 17DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALWWAN antennaeTwo wireless antennae inside the display enclosure allow you to connect to a wireless wide-area network (WWAN), and then to the Internet, using the integrated HP Broadband Wireless module and service from a supported cellular network operator.For more information on HP Broadband Wireless and how to sign up for service, refer to the HP Broadband Wireless Getting Started guide that shipped with your computer.

18 Notebook TourComponentsDRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALAdditional hardware componentsComponent Description1AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.2Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.3Primary battery pack* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.4Modem cable* Connects an internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.*Modem cables, battery packs, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

ComponentsNotebook Tour 19DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALLabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ■Service tag—Provides the product name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact Customer Care. The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.■Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Microsoft 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 to the bottom of the computer.■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 to the bottom of the computer.■Wireless certification labels—Provides information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings on 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 certification label is included with your computer. You may need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the bottom of the computer.EDITOR’S NOTE: Do I need to rework the above bullet to add the WWAN label location, which will be located on the inside of the battery compartment (per Dean Dutterer)?

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Notebook Tour 21DRAFT 8/15/05File: Chap2.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIAL2SpecificationsThe following sections provide information on the operating environment specifications and power specifications of the computer.Operating EnvironmentThe operating environment information in the following table may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the computer in extreme environments.Factor Metric U.S.TemperatureOperating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°FOperating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°FNonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°FRelative humidity (noncondensing)Operating 10% to 90% 10% to 90%Nonoperating 5% to 95% 5% to 95%Maximum altitude (unpressurized)Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia*) -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ftNonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia*) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft*Pounds per square inch absolute (psia) is another unit of measurement for altitude.

22 Notebook TourSpecificationsDRAFT 8/15/05File: Chap2.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALRated Input PowerThe power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer.The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it is strongly recommended that the computer be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for an HP computer.The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following specifications.This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 V rms.Input Power RatingOperating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 WOperating current 3.5 A

Notebook Tour Index–1DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: 396323-001IX.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALIndex1394 port 1–126-in-1 Digital Media Slot light 1–96-in-1 Digital Media Slot, location 1–9AAC adapter, identifying 1–18altitude specifications 2–21antennae 1–16, 1–17applications key, Windows 1–7audio-in (microphone) jack 1–11audio-out (headphone) jack 1–11Bbattery bay 1–14, 1–19battery light, identifying 1–3battery pack release latch 1–14battery pack, identifying 1–18baysbattery 1–14, 1–19hard drive 1–14Bluetooth label 1–19buttonsInfo Center 1–6mute 1–6optical drive 1–11PC Card slot eject 1–13power 1–5Presentation mode 1–6TouchPad 1–4volume 1–6wireless 1–6Ccablesmodem 1–12network 1–12RJ-11 (modem) 1–18USB 1–11, 1–12caps lock light 1–3Certificate of Authenticity label 1–19compartmentsexpansion memory module 1–14compartments, Mini PCI 1–14componentsbottom 1–13front 1–9left-side 1–12rear 1–10right-side 1–11top 1–2

IndexNotebook Tour Index–3DRAFT Revised: 8/15/05File: 396323-001IX.fm PN: HP-396323-001hp CONFIDENTIALbattery 1–3caps lock 1–3IDE drive 1–3mute 1–3num lock 1–3power 1–2wireless 1–2lock, security cable 1–10Mmemory module compartment, expansion 1–14Memory Stick 1–9Memory Stick Pro 1–9microphone (audio-in) jack 1–11Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 1–19Mini PCI compartment 1–14modem approval label 1–19modem cable 1–12monitor port, external 1–12MultiMediaCard 1–9mute button 1–6mute light 1–3Nnetwork (RJ-45) jack 1–12network cable 1–12num lock light 1–3Ooperating environment specifications 2–21operating systemMicrosoft Certificate of Authenticity label 1–19Product Key 1–19optical drive button 1–11optical drive, identifying 1–11optional power adapter 1–10Pparallel port 1–10PC Card slot 1–13PC Card slot eject button 1–13ports1394 1–12external monitor 1–12infrared 1–9parallel 1–10serial 1–11USB 1–11, 1–12power button 1–5power connector 1–10power cord 1–18power light 1–2Presentation mode button 1–6Product Key 1–19product name and number, computer 1–19Rrated input power specifications 2–22regulatory informationmodem approval label 1–19regulatory label 1–19wireless certification labels 1–19release latchbattery pack 1–14display 1–9