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HP OmniBook 500 - Notebook PC Manual (235 pages)
HP OmniBook 500 (FA) - Corporate Evaluator's Guide Edition 4
Brand:
HP
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 1.21 MB
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information
3
Table of Contents
7
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
13
Taking Inventory
14
What's in the Box
14
To Buy Accessories
15
To Find more Information
15
Identifying Parts of the Computer
16
Front View
16
Back View
17
Bottom View
18
Status Lights
19
Expansion Base - Front
21
Expansion Base - Back
22
Setting up Your Computer
23
Step 1: Install the Battery
23
Step 2: Connect AC Power
25
Step 3: Connect a Phone Line
26
Step 4: Turn on the Computer
27
Step 5: Set up Windows
27
Step 6: Register Your Notebook
28
What to Do Next
29
To Connect to the Internet
29
To Connect the Floppy Disk Drive
30
Basic Operation
31
Operating Your Computer
32
To Turn the Computer on and off
32
To Reset the Computer
33
To Change the Boot Device
34
To Use the Pointing Stick
34
To Use the Fn Hot Keys
36
To Use the One-Touch Buttons
37
To Use the Windows and Applications Keys
38
To Use the Embedded Keypad
38
To Use the ALT GR Key
39
To Adjust the Display
39
To Adjust the Volume
40
To Change Computer Settings for a Presentation
41
To Use a Multimedia Expansion Base
42
To Work with Cds and Dvds
42
Securing Your Computer
43
To Set up Password Protection
43
To Attach a Security Cable
44
To Protect against Viruses
45
To Set PC Identification
45
To Lock the Hard Disk Drive
46
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
47
Taking Care of Your Computer
49
To Protect Your Hard Disk Drive
49
To Maintain Your Computer
49
To Safeguard Your Data
50
To Extend the Life of the Display
50
To Clean Your Computer
51
Batteries and Power Management
53
Managing Power Consumption
54
How the Computer Manages Power Automatically
54
To Manage Power Manually
57
Using Battery Power
58
To Check Battery Status
58
To Respond to a Low-Battery Warning
59
To Recharge the Battery
59
To Use Additional Batteries
60
To Get the most from Your Batteries
60
To Maximize Processor Speed
61
Modem and Network Connections
63
Using the Modem
64
To Connect the Modem
64
To Connect to the Internet
66
To Disconnect from the Internet
67
To Dial in to a Network
67
To Change Your Modem Settings
68
To Send and Receive E-Mail
69
To Send and Receive Faxes (Windows 98)
70
To Send and Receive Faxes (Windows 2000)
71
To Send and Receive Faxes (Windows XP)
72
Connecting to a LAN
73
To Connect to a LAN
73
Making Wireless Connections
74
To Prepare for Connections (Windows 98 or 2000)
74
To Prepare for Connections (Windows XP)
76
To Turn Wireless Communication on and off
77
Add-On Devices
79
Using an Expansion Base
80
To Dock the Computer
80
To Undock the Computer
82
To Play Audio Cds
83
To Use the Status Panel
84
Using Plug-In Modules
86
To Install Hot-Swap Support (Windows 98)
86
To Replace a Plug-In Module
86
To Insert or Remove a CD or DVD
89
To Play DVD Movies
90
To Create or Copy Cds
91
Connecting PC Cards
92
To Insert or Remove a PC Card
92
Connecting External Devices
94
To Identify Connectors for External Devices
94
To Connect a Printer or Other Parallel Device
95
To Connect an External Keyboard or Mouse
95
To Connect a USB Device
96
To Connect an Audio Device
96
To Use an External Monitor
97
To Use a TV Set as a Monitor
99
To Connect a Serial Device
100
To Connect an Infrared Device
100
Installing Additional RAM
102
To Install a RAM Expansion Module
102
To Remove a RAM Expansion Module
103
To Replace the System RAM Module
104
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
107
To Replace the Hard Disk Drive
107
To Replace the Hard Disk Drive Holder
107
To Prepare a New Hard Disk Drive
108
Using Windows XP
111
Installing Retail Windows XP
112
Requirements
112
To Prepare for Software Installation
113
To Install Retail Windows XP
113
To Install Video (ATI) Support
115
To Install Modem (3COM) Support
115
To Install Trackpoint Support (HP)
116
To Install Wireless LAN (Actiontech) Support
116
To Install Infrared Support
116
To Install the HP Display Settings and Configuration Interface (HPCI) Utility
117
To Install HP Presentation Ready Utility
117
To Install HP One-Touch Utility
118
To Install the Java Virtual Machine
118
To Enable Speedstep
118
Using Windows 2000
119
Installing Retail Windows 2000
120
Requirements
120
To Prepare for Software Installation
121
To Install Retail Windows 2000 Professional
122
To Install Video Support
123
To Install Audio Support
123
To Install Modem Support
123
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
125
To Install Wireless LAN Adapter Support
125
To Install Pointing Stick Support
126
To Install Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface (HPCI) and HP Display Settings
127
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Technology Applet
128
To Install Infrared Support
128
To Install the Onetouch Utility
129
To Install USB FDD Support
129
Windows 2000 Power Management
130
Using Windows 98
131
Installing Retail Windows 98 Second Edition
132
Requirements
132
To Prepare for Software Installation
133
To Install Retail Windows 98 Second Edition
135
To Install Video Support
136
To Install Directx Version 7.0A
136
To Install Audio Support
136
To Install Modem Support
137
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
138
To Install Wireless LAN Adapter Support
139
To Install Pointing Stick Support
139
To Enable the Infrared Port
140
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Utility
141
To Install USB FDD Support
142
To Install the Bay Manager Software
142
To Install Software Patches
143
Using Windows NT 4.0
145
Installing Retail Windows NT 4.0
146
To Install Retail Windows NT 4.0 and Service Pack 6A
146
Requirements
147
To Prepare for Software Installation
148
To Install Retail Windows NT 4.0
148
To Install Service Pack 6A for Retail Windows NT 4.0
151
To Install Video Support
151
To Install Audio Support
152
To Install IDE Support
152
To Install Pointing Stick Support
153
To Install Modem Support
154
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
155
To Install Mobile Enhancements
158
To Install the 3Com Power Management TDI Service
160
To Disable Automatic CD-ROM Detection
160
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Technology Applet
161
To Install the Euro Key Patch
161
To Create NT 4.0 Profiles for Docked and Undocked Configurations
162
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
163
Troubleshooting Your Computer
164
Audio Problems
164
CD and DVD Problems
165
Display Problems
167
Expansion Base Problems
168
Hard Disk Drive Problems
169
Heat Problems
170
Infrared Problems
170
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems
171
LAN Problems
172
Memory Problems
174
Modem Problems
174
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems
177
Performance Problems
178
Power and Battery Problems
179
Printing Problems
182
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems
182
Startup Problems
184
Wireless Problems
185
Testing the Hardware
187
To Run the E-Diagtools Diagnostic Test
187
Configuring the Computer
189
To Run the BIOS Setup Utility
189
To Set up Toptools
195
Reinstalling and Updating Software
196
To Recover the Factory Installation of Your Hard Disk
196
To Create a Support Utility Disk
197
To Create a Boot Disk (Windows 98 or 2000)
198
To Replace a Damaged Recovery CD
198
To Update the BIOS
198
To Update Windows Drivers
199
HP Support and Service
201
Getting Assistance for Your Computer
202
To Get Help from the Web
202
To Contact HP for Support or Service
203
To Receive Repair Service
205
To Prepare Your Computer for Shipment
205
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement
206
Reference Information
209
Hardware Specifications
210
Modem Reference Information
214
Modem Reference (3Com, US Robotics)
214
Safety Information
219
Power Cords
219
Ergonomics
220
Battery Safety
220
Laser Safety
221
LED Safety
221
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
222
Regulatory Information
223
U.s.a
223
Canada
224
European Union
224
Japan
227
Russia
227
International
227
Index
231
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HP OmniBook 500 - Notebook PC Manual (199 pages)
hp omnibook 500 - Corporate Evaluator's Guide
Brand:
HP
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.91 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Introducing the Notebook Computer
11
Taking Inventory
12
What's in the Box
12
Software Bundled on Your Computer
13
To Buy Accessories
13
To Find more Information
14
Identifying Parts of the Computer
15
Front View
15
Back View
16
Bottom View
16
Status Lights
17
Expansion Base - Front
19
Expansion Base - Back
20
Setting up Your Computer
21
Step 1 - Install the Battery
21
Step 2 - Connect AC Power
23
Step 3 - Connect a Phone Line
24
Step 4 - Turn on the Computer
24
Step 5 - Set up Windows
25
Step 6 - Register Your Notebook
25
To Connect the Floppy Disk Drive
26
To Reset the Computer
27
Using Your Computer
29
Operating Your Computer
30
To Start and Stop the Computer
30
To Change the Boot Device
31
To Use the Pointing Stick
31
To Use the Fn Hot Keys
33
To Use the One-Touch Buttons
34
To Use the Windows and Applications Keys
34
To Use the Embedded Keypad
35
To Use the ALT GR Key
35
To Adjust the Display
36
To Adjust the Volume
37
To Change Computer Settings for a Presentation
38
To Use a Multimedia Expansion Base
39
Securing Your Computer
40
To Set up Password Protection
40
To Attach a Security Cable
41
To Use the Virusscan Utility
41
To Set PC Identification
42
To Lock the Hard Disk Drive
42
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC
43
Taking Care of Your Computer
45
To Protect Your Hard Disk Drive
45
To Maintain Your Computer
45
To Safeguard Your Data
46
To Extend the Life of the Display
46
To Get the most from Your Batteries
47
To Clean Your Computer
47
Traveling with Your Computer
49
Managing Power Consumption
50
How the Computer Manages Power Automatically
50
To Manage Power Manually
52
Using Battery Power
53
To Check Battery Status
53
To Respond to a Low-Battery Warning
54
To Recharge the Battery
54
To Add Additional Batteries
55
To Maximize Battery Operating Time
55
Making Connections
57
Using an Expansion Base
58
To Dock the Computer
59
To Undock the Computer
60
To Use the Status Panel
61
Using Plug-In Modules
63
To Install Hot-Swap Support
63
To Replace a Plug-In Module
63
To Insert or Remove a CD or DVD
65
To Play Audio Cds
66
To Play DVD Movies
67
Using the Modem
68
To Connect the Modem
68
To Connect to the Internet
70
To Disconnect from the Internet
71
To Dial in to a Network
71
To Change Your Modem Settings
71
To Send and Receive E-Mail
73
To Send and Receive Faxes (Windows 98)
74
To Send and Receive Faxes (Windows 2000)
75
Connecting to a LAN
76
To Connect to a LAN
76
Connecting PC Cards
77
To Insert or Remove a PC Card
77
Connecting External Devices
79
To Identify Connectors for External Devices
79
To Use an External Monitor
80
To Connect a Printer or Other Parallel Device
81
To Connect an External Keyboard or Mouse
82
To Connect a USB Device
82
To Connect a Serial Device
82
To Connect an Audio Device
83
To Use a TV Set as a Monitor
83
Configuring and Expanding Your Computer
85
Using the BIOS Setup Utility
86
To Run the BIOS Setup Utility
86
Using Toptools
91
To Set up Toptools
91
Installing Additional RAM
92
To Install a RAM Expansion Module
92
To Remove a RAM Expansion Module
93
To Replace the System RAM Module
93
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
96
To Replace the Hard Disk Drive
96
To Replace the Hard Disk Drive Holder
96
To Prepare a New Hard Disk Drive
97
Using Windows 2000
99
Installing Retail Windows 2000
100
Requirements
100
To Prepare for Software Installation
100
To Install Retail Windows 2000 Professional
101
To Install Video Support
102
To Install Audio Support
103
To Install Modem Support
103
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
105
To Install Pointing Stick Support
105
To Install Hewlett-Packard Configuration Interface (HPCI)
107
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Technology Applet
107
To Install the Onetouch Utility
108
To Install USB FDD Support
108
Windows 2000 Power Management
109
Using Windows 98
111
Installing Retail Windows 98 Second Edition
112
Requirements
112
To Prepare for Software Installation
113
To Install Retail Windows 98 Second Edition
114
To Install Video Support
115
To Install Direct X Version 7.0A
116
To Install Audio Support
116
To Install Integrated IDE Support
116
To Install Modem Support
117
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
119
To Install Pointing Stick Support
119
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Utility
120
To Install the Softex Baymanager Utility
120
To Install USB FDD Support
121
To Install Software Patches
121
Using Windows NT 4.0
123
Installing Windows NT 4.0
124
To Install Retail Windows NT 4.0 and Service Pack 6A
124
Requirements
125
To Prepare for Software Installation
125
To Install Retail Windows NT 4.0
126
To Install HP Mobile Expansion Base Support
128
To Install Video Support
129
To Install Audio Support
129
To Install IDE Support
130
To Install Pointing Stick Support
131
To Install Modem Support
132
To Install 3Com 10/100 Mini PCI Ethernet Adapter Support
133
To Install Mobile Enhancements
136
To Install the 3Com Power Management TDI Service
138
To Disable Automatic CD-ROM Detection
139
To Install the Intel® Speedstep™ Technology Applet
139
To Install the Euro Key Patch
140
Troubleshooting Your Computer
141
Troubleshooting Techniques
142
Audio Problems
142
CD-ROM and DVD Problems
143
Display Problems
145
Expansion Base Problems
146
Hard Disk Drive Problems
147
Heat Problems
147
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems
148
Memory Problems
149
Modem Problems
150
Network Problems
152
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems
153
Performance Problems
154
Power and Battery Problems
156
Printing Problems
158
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems
159
Startup Problems
160
Testing the Hardware
162
To Run the E-Diagtools Diagnostic Test
162
Recovering and Reinstalling Software
164
To Recover the Factory Installation of Your Hard Disk
164
To Create a Support Utility Disk
165
To Create a Boot Disk
166
To Replace a Damaged Recovery CD
166
To Update the BIOS
166
Support and Service
169
Getting Assistance for Your Computer
170
To Get Help from the Web
170
To Contact the HP Customer Care Center
170
To Receive Repair Service
173
To Prepare Your Computer for Shipment
173
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement
174
Specifications and Regulatory Information
177
Hardware Specifications
178
Modem Reference Information
181
Modem Reference (3Com)
181
Safety Information
186
Power Cords
186
Ergonomics
187
Battery Safety
187
Laser Safety
188
Regulatory Information
189
189
189
Canada
190
European Union
190
Japan
191
International
191
Index
195
HP OmniBook 500 - Notebook PC Network Setup (3 pages)
Windows XP Comparison Guide
Brand:
HP
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.08 MB
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