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

Sierra Wireless Inc. Express Mini-PCI USB Wireless CDMA 1xEV-DO Module 396323 001

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December 2005
This guide explains the computer hardware features.
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Contents
1 Components
Top components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Buttons and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hotkey quick reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Front components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Right-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Left-side components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Bottom components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
WLAN antennae. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
WWAN antennae . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Additional hardware components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2 Specifications
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Components
This 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.
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Top components
Lights
Component Description
1Power 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.
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3Caps 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
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TouchPad
Component Description
1TouchPad* 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.
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Buttons and switches
Component Description
1Power 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.
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3Info 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.
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Keys
Component Description
1esc key Displays system information when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
2fn key Executes frequently used system
functions when pressed in combination
with a function key or the esc key.
3Windows logo key Displays the Microsoft Windows
Start menu.
4Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items
beneath the pointer.
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Hotkey quick reference
5Embedded 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 Description
To perform this function Press
Initiate standby fn+f3
Resume from standby Power button
Alternate between computer display and
external display
fn+f4
Display battery information fn+f8
Clear battery information fn+f8
Decrease screen brightness fn+f9
Increase screen brightness fn+f10
Display system information fn+esc
Clear system information fn+esc or press OK
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Front components
Component Description
1Display 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.
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Rear components
Component Description
1Security 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.
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Right-side components
Component Description
1Audio-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.
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Left-side components
Component Description
1USB 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.
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Bottom components
7PC 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.
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Component Description
1Hard 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.
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7Exhaust 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.
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WLAN antennae
Two 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.
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WWAN antennae
Two 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.
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Additional hardware components
Component Description
1AC 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.
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Labels
The 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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Specifications
The following sections provide information on the operating
environment specifications and power specifications of the
computer.
Operating Environment
The 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.
Temperature
Operating (not writing to optical disc) 0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F
Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F
Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F
Relative 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 ft
Nonoperating (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.
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Rated Input Power
The 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 Rating
Operating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W
Operating current 3.5 A
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Index
1394 port 1–12
6-in-1 Digital Media Slot light
1–9
6-in-1 Digital Media Slot,
location 1–9
A
AC adapter, identifying 1–18
altitude specifications 2–21
antennae 1–16, 1–17
applications key, Windows
1–7
audio-in (microphone) jack
1–11
audio-out (headphone) jack
1–11
B
battery bay 1–14, 1–19
battery light, identifying 1–3
battery pack release latch 1–14
battery pack, identifying 1–18
bays
battery 1–14, 1–19
hard drive 1–14
Bluetooth label 1–19
buttons
Info Center 1–6
mute 1–6
optical drive 1–11
PC Card slot eject 1–13
power 1–5
Presentation mode 1–6
TouchPad 1–4
volume 1–6
wireless 1–6
C
cables
modem 1–12
network 1–12
RJ-11 (modem) 1–18
USB 1–11, 1–12
caps lock light 1–3
Certificate of Authenticity
label 1–19
compartments
expansion memory module
1–14
compartments, Mini PCI 1–14
components
bottom 1–13
front 1–9
left-side 1–12
rear 1–10
right-side 1–11
top 1–2
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connectors
docking 1–14
power 1–10
travel battery 1–14
cord, power, identifying 1–18
D
digital cards 1–9
display release latch 1–9
display switch, identifying 1–5
docking connector 1–14
drives, optical 1–11
E
eject button, PC Card slot 1–13
environmental specifications
2–21
exhaust vents 1–12, 1–15
external monitor port 1–12
F
fn key 1–7
function keys 1–8
H
hard drive bay, identifying
1–14
headphone (audio-out) jack
1–11
hotkey commands
initiate standby 1–8
hotkeys, Quick Reference 1–8
humidity specifications 2–21
I
IDE drive light 1–3
IEEE 1394 port 1–12
Info Center button 1–6
infrared port 1–9
J
jacks
audio-in (microphone)
1–11
audio-out (headphone)
1–11
RJ-11 (modem) 1–12
RJ-45 (network) 1–12
S-Video-out 1–10
K
keypad keys 1–8
keys
esc 1–7
fn 1–7
function 1–8
keypad 1–8
Windows applications 1–7
Windows logo 1–7
L
labels
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity 1–19
modem approval 1–19
regulatory 1–19
service tag 1–19
wireless certification 1–19
WLAN 1–19
latches
battery pack release 1–14
display release 1–9
lights
6-in-1 Digital Media Slot
1–9
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battery 1–3
caps lock 1–3
IDE drive 1–3
mute 1–3
num lock 1–3
power 1–2
wireless 1–2
lock, security cable 1–10
M
memory module compartment,
expansion 1–14
Memory Stick 1–9
Memory Stick Pro 1–9
microphone (audio-in) jack
1–11
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity label 1–19
Mini PCI compartment 1–14
modem approval label 1–19
modem cable 1–12
monitor port, external 1–12
MultiMediaCard 1–9
mute button 1–6
mute light 1–3
N
network (RJ-45) jack 1–12
network cable 1–12
num lock light 1–3
O
operating environment
specifications 2–21
operating system
Microsoft Certificate of
Authenticity label 1–19
Product Key 1–19
optical drive button 1–11
optical drive, identifying 1–11
optional power adapter 1–10
P
parallel port 1–10
PC Card slot 1–13
PC Card slot eject button 1–13
ports
1394 1–12
external monitor 1–12
infrared 1–9
parallel 1–10
serial 1–11
USB 1–11, 1–12
power button 1–5
power connector 1–10
power cord 1–18
power light 1–2
Presentation mode button 1–6
Product Key 1–19
product name and number,
computer 1–19
R
rated input power
specifications 2–22
regulatory information
modem approval label
1–19
regulatory label 1–19
wireless certification labels
1–19
release latch
battery pack 1–14
display 1–9
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RJ-11 (modem) cable 1–18
RJ-11 (modem) jack 1–12
RJ-45 (network) jack 1–12
S
scrolling regions, TouchPad
1–4
Secure Digital (SD) Memory
Card 1–9
security cable slot 1–10
serial number, computer 1–19
serial port 1–11
service tag 1–19
slots
6-in-1 Digital Media 1–9
memory 1–14
PC Card 1–13
security cable 1–10
SmartMedia (SM) card 1–9
speakers 1–9
specifications
operating environment
2–21
rated input power 2–22
S-Video-out jack 1–10
switches
display 1–5
identifying 1–5
T
temperature specifications
2–21
TouchPad 1–4
travel battery connector 1–14
traveling with computer
environmental
specifications 2–22
modem approval label
1–19
wireless certification labels
1–19
U
USB cable 1–11, 1–12
USB ports, identifying 1–11,
1–12
V
vents, exhaust 1–12, 1–15
volume buttons 1–6
W
Windows applications key 1–7
Windows logo key 1–7
wireless antennae 1–16, 1–17
wireless button 1–6
wireless certification label
1–19
wireless light 1–2
WLAN label 1–19
X
xD-Picture Card 1–9
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© Copyright 2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. Bluetooth is a
trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company
under license.
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.
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