HP OmniBook 900 - Recent OmniBook Information - Win95/98, Win NT and Win 2000
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... (Windows 95 and Windows NT) Using VirusScan without a Floppy Drive (Windows 95/98/NT) Changing Smart CPU Mode Using an IDE Drive in a Docking System Recalibrating the Battery Gauge Windows 95/98 Energy Star Feature ...the F1477A Docking System Windows NT Restoring Operation under Windows NT Suspend Mode and the F1477A Docking System Using PC Cards Installing VirusScan and Card Executive Reinstalling Service Pack 5 for Windows NT 4.0 Matching the Keyboard and Driver... Using VirusScan with a Network Connection Best Practices for Using Your HP OmniBook Physical Care General Use Sources of Information
... (Windows 95 and Windows NT) Using VirusScan without a Floppy Drive (Windows 95/98/NT) Changing Smart CPU Mode Using an IDE Drive in a Docking System Recalibrating the Battery Gauge Windows 95/98 Energy Star Feature ...the F1477A Docking System Windows NT Restoring Operation under Windows NT Suspend Mode and the F1477A Docking System Using PC Cards Installing VirusScan and Card Executive Reinstalling Service Pack 5 for Windows NT 4.0 Matching the Keyboard and Driver... Using VirusScan with a Network Connection Best Practices for Using Your HP OmniBook Physical Care General Use Sources of Information
HP OmniBook 900 - Recent OmniBook Information - Win95/98, Win NT and Win 2000
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...several minutes to enable the scroll button. - If you plug the MS mouse into the OmniBook while the OmniBook is running, the OmniBook must be suspended and resumed to a dock, docking the OmniBook while it is attached to lock up with your vendor for updated drivers for checking the...docked. * Docking the OmniBook while it is running , in suspend mode, reboot the OmniBook to shut down the computer without a Floppy Drive (Windows 95/98/NT) Make sure you 're using one of Microsoft's older mouse models (parts #28898 and #07685). Changing Smart CPU Mode Check with these...
...several minutes to enable the scroll button. - If you plug the MS mouse into the OmniBook while the OmniBook is running, the OmniBook must be suspended and resumed to a dock, docking the OmniBook while it is attached to lock up with your vendor for updated drivers for checking the...docked. * Docking the OmniBook while it is running , in suspend mode, reboot the OmniBook to shut down the computer without a Floppy Drive (Windows 95/98/NT) Make sure you 're using one of Microsoft's older mouse models (parts #28898 and #07685). Changing Smart CPU Mode Check with these...
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... Explorer 4.01 (Windows 95 Only) Using an IDE Drive in a Docking System If you install an IDE drive in a docking system PC device bay, you notice slower performance for Display Timeout The Energy Star feature is initially enabled in BIOS Setup. However, recalibration does not reverse...reduce operating time. This reduces power consumption and extends the life of inactivity. Smart CPU Mode is implemented on the OmniBook. Using the Floppy Drive while Docked (Windows 98 Only) If you see the HP logo and Setup prompt, press F6. This setting allows the computer to recalibrate ...
... Explorer 4.01 (Windows 95 Only) Using an IDE Drive in a Docking System If you install an IDE drive in a docking system PC device bay, you notice slower performance for Display Timeout The Energy Star feature is initially enabled in BIOS Setup. However, recalibration does not reverse...reduce operating time. This reduces power consumption and extends the life of inactivity. Smart CPU Mode is implemented on the OmniBook. Using the Floppy Drive while Docked (Windows 98 Only) If you see the HP logo and Setup prompt, press F6. This setting allows the computer to recalibrate ...
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...not operating properly, it 's set up your computer may stop responding. In some cases, Windows 98 will decrease battery operating time somewhat. For an OmniBook that correspond to run down completely. If DVDs do not play smoothly on a display if it may not turn off as drive A. Clear the ...doesn't come with an LS-120 drive installed, then later install a CD-ROM or DVD drive using the HP F1653B DVD accessory. For any operating system, if you can turn off Smart CPU mode using Extended Desktop and both displays are active, the DVD image won't be shown on battery power,...
...not operating properly, it 's set up your computer may stop responding. In some cases, Windows 98 will decrease battery operating time somewhat. For an OmniBook that correspond to run down completely. If DVDs do not play smoothly on a display if it may not turn off as drive A. Clear the ...doesn't come with an LS-120 drive installed, then later install a CD-ROM or DVD drive using the HP F1653B DVD accessory. For any operating system, if you can turn off Smart CPU mode using Extended Desktop and both displays are active, the DVD image won't be shown on battery power,...
HP OmniBook 900 Reference Guide
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...they're inactive. Reference Guide 57 Managing Battery Power Conserving Battery Power Conserving Battery Power The OmniBook uses software to save your battery operating time. If you 're using Windows 2000, power management is , a PC Card having an external connection, such as a modem or network card-remove it when you...Click Start, Shut Down. For a model with an application that uses the serial port or a PC Card, exit the application when you are done using it. • If you have an I /O cards use Smart CPU mode. If you 're using it for several hours or more (Fn+F12). • Shut ...
...they're inactive. Reference Guide 57 Managing Battery Power Conserving Battery Power Conserving Battery Power The OmniBook uses software to save your battery operating time. If you 're using Windows 2000, power management is , a PC Card having an external connection, such as a modem or network card-remove it when you...Click Start, Shut Down. For a model with an application that uses the serial port or a PC Card, exit the application when you are done using it. • If you have an I /O cards use Smart CPU mode. If you 're using it for several hours or more (Fn+F12). • Shut ...
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...The BIOS Setup utility includes settings for automatic time-outs at specified periods of inactivity. For definitions of the main power modes, see the HP logo, press F2 to Never. 58 Reference Guide Choose a setting for fast performance with some power conservation (relatively long time-outs). Time... keys are not active in the BIOS Setup utility.) Help information for Smart CPU Mode, Standby Time-out, Suspend Time-out, Hibernate Time-out, and Hard Disk Time-out. To prevent time-outs while the OmniBook is connected to ac power, choose Enabled. Optional. We recommend that you ...
...The BIOS Setup utility includes settings for automatic time-outs at specified periods of inactivity. For definitions of the main power modes, see the HP logo, press F2 to Never. 58 Reference Guide Choose a setting for fast performance with some power conservation (relatively long time-outs). Time... keys are not active in the BIOS Setup utility.) Help information for Smart CPU Mode, Standby Time-out, Suspend Time-out, Hibernate Time-out, and Hard Disk Time-out. To prevent time-outs while the OmniBook is connected to ac power, choose Enabled. Optional. We recommend that you ...
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... is detected. Quiet Boot Video Display Device Video Expansion Primary Video Adapter System Memory Extended Memory CPU Serial Number When enabled, hides summary of power-on self-test and messages during boot. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Setting Language BIOS Revision System Time System Date Floppy Drive Main Menu Description Sets...
... is detected. Quiet Boot Video Display Device Video Expansion Primary Video Adapter System Memory Extended Memory CPU Serial Number When enabled, hides summary of power-on self-test and messages during boot. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Setting Language BIOS Revision System Time System Date Floppy Drive Main Menu Description Sets...
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... when pressed for less than 4 seconds. Disabled Power Button Mode Sets the action of keyboard, mouse, and hard disk activity could cause slower CPU response. Enabled * For Windows 2000, only these settings are used , and other settings in the Power menu. Suspend Lid Switch Mode Sets...out is disabled.) 4 hours Hard Disk Time-out Sets the period of inactivity after which the hard disk stops spinning. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Power Menu If you set in Power Management Control Panel override corresponding settings in this menu are ignored. 90 Reference ...
... when pressed for less than 4 seconds. Disabled Power Button Mode Sets the action of keyboard, mouse, and hard disk activity could cause slower CPU response. Enabled * For Windows 2000, only these settings are used , and other settings in the Power menu. Suspend Lid Switch Mode Sets...out is disabled.) 4 hours Hard Disk Time-out Sets the period of inactivity after which the hard disk stops spinning. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Power Menu If you set in Power Management Control Panel override corresponding settings in this menu are ignored. 90 Reference ...
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...have to reduce the resolution and number of the OmniBook display. You can press Fn+F5 to switch to one display. You can turn off Smart CPU mode using both displays are active, the DVD ... If you 're using BIOS Setup (press F2 during boot), but this fixes the problem, Smart CPU mode may be shown on an external monitor • If you 're using the built-in display ...and an external monitor connected to the monitor port. Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard ...
...have to reduce the resolution and number of the OmniBook display. You can press Fn+F5 to switch to one display. You can turn off Smart CPU mode using both displays are active, the DVD ... If you 're using BIOS Setup (press F2 during boot), but this fixes the problem, Smart CPU mode may be shown on an external monitor • If you 're using the built-in display ...and an external monitor connected to the monitor port. Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard ...
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... on a soft surface that blocks the vent holes on the bottom at the back-right corner. • DOS games and other programs that drive CPU usage toward 100% can affect performance while they 're processing a graphic image or waiting for the computer to get warm, especially while the battery ... be unresponsive while they 're running. • Some file browsers may have been reset if the OmniBook suspended or turned off. If the OmniBook pauses or runs sluggishly • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to see the HP logo, press F2 to disk. • Check amount of available free disk space. • Check...
... on a soft surface that blocks the vent holes on the bottom at the back-right corner. • DOS games and other programs that drive CPU usage toward 100% can affect performance while they 're processing a graphic image or waiting for the computer to get warm, especially while the battery ... be unresponsive while they 're running. • Some file browsers may have been reset if the OmniBook suspended or turned off. If the OmniBook pauses or runs sluggishly • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to see the HP logo, press F2 to disk. • Check amount of available free disk space. • Check...
HP OmniBook 900 Reference Guide
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... (NMG5). Keyboard controller: National PC87570. Kensington MicroSaver lock slot. Operating humidity: 20 to 90 percent RH (5 to 35 °C). Models without "900" after serial number CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium III processor. DMI-accessible electronic serial number. Audio: ESS ES1978 Maestro-2E and ESS ES1921. CardBus: TI PCI 1225. Keyboard controller: National...
... (NMG5). Keyboard controller: National PC87570. Kensington MicroSaver lock slot. Operating humidity: 20 to 90 percent RH (5 to 35 °C). Models without "900" after serial number CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium III processor. DMI-accessible electronic serial number. Audio: ESS ES1978 Maestro-2E and ESS ES1921. CardBus: TI PCI 1225. Keyboard controller: National...
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...LPT1 port, 15, 66 M Main menu (BIOS), 87 memory adding, 81 extended, 87 PC-100, 81, 107 removing, 83 system, 132 troubleshooting, 106 microphone external, 71 location, 13 mini dock, 76, 98 modes power, 20 Smart CPU, 58, 90 module bay, 18, 63 modules (plug-in), 63 monitor BIOS settings,..., 48 changing BIOS settings, 86 cleaning, 48 locking, 95 reinstalling Windows, 118 resetting, 21 starting and stopping, 20 testing, 115 websites, 10 OmniBook Library, 10 OmniBook Notes, 10 on button location, 13 status lights, 22 turning on, 20 overheating, 108 P parallel port CD-ROM drive, 119 connecting, 69 ...
...LPT1 port, 15, 66 M Main menu (BIOS), 87 memory adding, 81 extended, 87 PC-100, 81, 107 removing, 83 system, 132 troubleshooting, 106 microphone external, 71 location, 13 mini dock, 76, 98 modes power, 20 Smart CPU, 58, 90 module bay, 18, 63 modules (plug-in), 63 monitor BIOS settings,..., 48 changing BIOS settings, 86 cleaning, 48 locking, 95 reinstalling Windows, 118 resetting, 21 starting and stopping, 20 testing, 115 websites, 10 OmniBook Library, 10 OmniBook Notes, 10 on button location, 13 status lights, 22 turning on, 20 overheating, 108 P parallel port CD-ROM drive, 119 connecting, 69 ...
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... 66 troubleshooting, 112 uses power, 57 service (repair), 98 Service Pack (Windows NT), 98 shortcut keys, 32 Smart Card accessory, 12 Smart CPU, 58, 90 software license, 3 speaker location, 14 speakers external, 71 specifications hardware, 128 system resources, 131 standby and display life, 29 ...132 interrupts, 131 system memory, 132 system-off button location, 14 resetting, 21 T taskbar battery, 52 PC Card, 74 volume, 31 tattooing, 95 temperature limits, 130 overheating, 108 testing the OmniBook, 115 time-outs, 58, 90 TopTools, 92 touch pad advanced features, 26 BIOS setting, 88 configuring,...
... 66 troubleshooting, 112 uses power, 57 service (repair), 98 Service Pack (Windows NT), 98 shortcut keys, 32 Smart Card accessory, 12 Smart CPU, 58, 90 software license, 3 speaker location, 14 speakers external, 71 specifications hardware, 128 system resources, 131 standby and display life, 29 ...132 interrupts, 131 system memory, 132 system-off button location, 14 resetting, 21 T taskbar battery, 52 PC Card, 74 volume, 31 tattooing, 95 temperature limits, 130 overheating, 108 testing the OmniBook, 115 time-outs, 58, 90 TopTools, 92 touch pad advanced features, 26 BIOS setting, 88 configuring,...
HP OmniBook 900 Users Handbook
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...to a video adapter in a docking system, in display and an external monitor connected to the OmniBook monitor port, you 're not using BIOS Setup (press F2 during boot), but this fixes the problem, Smart CPU mode may be shown on an external monitor • If you 're using the built-... if it won't be affecting performance on a "secondary" display. You can press Fn+F5 to switch to reduce the resolution and number of the OmniBook display. You can change display settings in Control Panel Display on the Display tab (in Windows 98, you can also add an independent display using...
...to a video adapter in a docking system, in display and an external monitor connected to the OmniBook monitor port, you 're not using BIOS Setup (press F2 during boot), but this fixes the problem, Smart CPU mode may be shown on an external monitor • If you 're using the built-... if it won't be affecting performance on a "secondary" display. You can press Fn+F5 to switch to reduce the resolution and number of the OmniBook display. You can change display settings in Control Panel Display on the Display tab (in Windows 98, you can also add an independent display using...
HP OmniBook 900 Users Handbook
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... tested with the game port device in Windows 2000. Troubleshooting Solving Problems • Zoomed Video is suspended. Please check the OmniBook website (http://www.hp.com/omnibook) for the computer to a temperature increase. If an I/O card stops communicating properly • It may be normal Windows ... surface that drive CPU usage toward 100% can affect response time. 82 User's Handbook Exit and restart the application. • Check settings in Control Panel (and in another computer. • Not all 3rd party PC cards have been reset if the OmniBook suspended or turned off...
... tested with the game port device in Windows 2000. Troubleshooting Solving Problems • Zoomed Video is suspended. Please check the OmniBook website (http://www.hp.com/omnibook) for the computer to a temperature increase. If an I/O card stops communicating properly • It may be normal Windows ... surface that drive CPU usage toward 100% can affect response time. 82 User's Handbook Exit and restart the application. • Check settings in Control Panel (and in another computer. • Not all 3rd party PC cards have been reset if the OmniBook suspended or turned off...
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... PC87570. System, hard drive, and docking passwords. Video: NeoMagic MagicGraph NM2200 (NMG5). Models with "900 B" after serial number CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium II Performance Enhanced (PE) processor. Video: ATI Mobility-M. CardBus: TI PCI 1225. PC identification displayed at boot. Keyboard controller: National PC87570. Super I /O: SMC 869. 104 User's Handbook Super I /O: SMC 769...
... PC87570. System, hard drive, and docking passwords. Video: NeoMagic MagicGraph NM2200 (NMG5). Models with "900 B" after serial number CPU: Intel Mobile Pentium II Performance Enhanced (PE) processor. Video: ATI Mobility-M. CardBus: TI PCI 1225. PC identification displayed at boot. Keyboard controller: National PC87570. Super I /O: SMC 869. 104 User's Handbook Super I /O: SMC 769...