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It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with the tablet PC, as well as instructions for managing tablet PC power and security. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Document Part Number: 367426-002 September 2005 This guide explains how to identify and use tablet PC hardware features, including connectors for external devices, and provides settings and procedures for obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help detect, solve, and prevent problems.
It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with the tablet PC, as well as instructions for managing tablet PC power and security. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Document Part Number: 367426-002 September 2005 This guide explains how to identify and use tablet PC hardware features, including connectors for external devices, and provides settings and procedures for obtaining system information and using setup utilities to help detect, solve, and prevent problems.
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Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Second Edition September 2005 First Edition March 2005 Document Part Number: 367426-002 The information contained herein is a trademark owned by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. HP shall not be construed...
Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Second Edition September 2005 First Edition March 2005 Document Part Number: 367426-002 The information contained herein is a trademark owned by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. SD Logo is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. HP shall not be construed...
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Contents Default Power Settings 2-8 Turning the Tablet PC or Display On or Off 2-8 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 2-9 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 2-10 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 2-11 Power Options 2-12 Accessing ... 3-4 Hotkeys 3-5 Hotkey Quick Reference 3-6 Using Hotkey Commands 3-7 Using Hotkeys with External Keyboards 3-10 Quick Launch Buttons 3-11 Identifying Quick Launch Buttons 3-11 Quick Launch Buttons Software 3-12 Hardware and Software Guide iv
Contents Default Power Settings 2-8 Turning the Tablet PC or Display On or Off 2-8 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 2-9 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 2-10 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 2-11 Power Options 2-12 Accessing ... 3-4 Hotkeys 3-5 Hotkey Quick Reference 3-6 Using Hotkey Commands 3-7 Using Hotkeys with External Keyboards 3-10 Quick Launch Buttons 3-11 Identifying Quick Launch Buttons 3-11 Quick Launch Buttons Software 3-12 Hardware and Software Guide iv
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... Local Area Network Device (Select Models Only 13-3 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Corporate WLAN 13-4 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Public WLAN 13-4 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 13-5 Using a WLAN Connection 13-6 Using Wireless Security Features 13-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 13-8 Troubleshooting Devices 13-9 Bluetooth Wireless Device (Select Models...
... Local Area Network Device (Select Models Only 13-3 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Corporate WLAN 13-4 Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Public WLAN 13-4 Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home 13-5 Using a WLAN Connection 13-6 Using Wireless Security Features 13-7 Installing Wireless Software (Optional 13-8 Troubleshooting Devices 13-9 Bluetooth Wireless Device (Select Models...
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Contents HP ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only 14-25 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 14-25 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 14-26 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 14...Defaults 15-3 File Menu 15-4 Security Menu 15-5 Tools Menu 15-6 Advanced Menu 15-7 16 Software Update and Recoveries Software Updates 16-1 Obtaining the Support Software Disc 16-2 Accessing Tablet PC Information 16-2 Internet Software 16-3 Downloading System ROM 16-3 Downloading Software 16-5 System Recovery 16-6 Safeguarding Your Data 16-6 Altiris Local Recovery 16-7 Setting System Restore...
Contents HP ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only 14-25 Embedded Security for ProtectTools 14-25 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 14-26 BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools 14...Defaults 15-3 File Menu 15-4 Security Menu 15-5 Tools Menu 15-6 Advanced Menu 15-7 16 Software Update and Recoveries Software Updates 16-1 Obtaining the Support Software Disc 16-2 Accessing Tablet PC Information 16-2 Internet Software 16-3 Downloading System ROM 16-3 Downloading Software 16-5 System Recovery 16-6 Safeguarding Your Data 16-6 Altiris Local Recovery 16-7 Setting System Restore...
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...Languages 16-13 Restoring the MUI Capabilities After Reinstalling the Operating System 16-14 Updating Bluetooth Software Through the Flash Upgrade Utility 16-15 17 Tablet PC Care Temperature 17-2 Cleaning 17-2 Keyboard 17-3 Display 17-3 TouchPad 17-4 External Mouse ...17-4 18 Travel and Shipping Preparation for Travel and Shipping 18-1 Tips for Traveling with Your Tablet PC 18-2 A Specifications Operating Environment A-1 Rated Input Power A-2 B MultiBoot Default Boot Sequence B-1 Bootable Devices in Computer Setup B-3 MultiBoot Results...
...Languages 16-13 Restoring the MUI Capabilities After Reinstalling the Operating System 16-14 Updating Bluetooth Software Through the Flash Upgrade Utility 16-15 17 Tablet PC Care Temperature 17-2 Cleaning 17-2 Keyboard 17-3 Display 17-3 TouchPad 17-4 External Mouse ...17-4 18 Travel and Shipping Preparation for Travel and Shipping 18-1 Tips for Traveling with Your Tablet PC 18-2 A Specifications Operating Environment A-1 Rated Input Power A-2 B MultiBoot Default Boot Sequence B-1 Bootable Devices in Computer Setup B-3 MultiBoot Results...
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... such as a WLAN device and/or Bluetooth® device, are fully charged. Hardware and Software Guide 1-2 Blinking amber: A battery pack that is charging. If the tablet PC is on . Off: If the tablet PC is connected to an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches ...a low-battery condition, when the light begins blinking amber. 5 power light Green: The tablet PC is on or the embedded numeric keypad is in the tablet PC are turned on. 7 Num lock light On: Num lock is not connected to full charge capacity. Blinking green...
... such as a WLAN device and/or Bluetooth® device, are fully charged. Hardware and Software Guide 1-2 Blinking amber: A battery pack that is charging. If the tablet PC is on . Off: If the tablet PC is connected to an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches ...a low-battery condition, when the light begins blinking amber. 5 power light Green: The tablet PC is on or the embedded numeric keypad is in the tablet PC are turned on. 7 Num lock light On: Num lock is not connected to full charge capacity. Blinking green...
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Increases tablet PC sound. Decreases tablet PC sound. Buttons Component ID Component 1 Presentation mode button 2 Volume mute button 3 Volume down button 4 Volume up button Description Turns on Presentation mode. Hardware and Software Guide 1-4 Mutes or restores volume.
Increases tablet PC sound. Decreases tablet PC sound. Buttons Component ID Component 1 Presentation mode button 2 Volume mute button 3 Volume down button 4 Volume up button Description Turns on Presentation mode. Hardware and Software Guide 1-4 Mutes or restores volume.
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... Launch button, Rotate button, and Q button, refer to Chapter 4, "Pen and Command Controls." Hardware and Software Guide 1-6 Pen-Activated Buttons Component ID Component Description 1 Tablet PC Input Panel Launch button* When Windows is running, opens the Microsoft Tablet PC Input Panel application, which includes a handwriting pad and an on-screen keyboard. 2 Rotate button* Switches the...
... Launch button, Rotate button, and Q button, refer to Chapter 4, "Pen and Command Controls." Hardware and Software Guide 1-6 Pen-Activated Buttons Component ID Component Description 1 Tablet PC Input Panel Launch button* When Windows is running, opens the Microsoft Tablet PC Input Panel application, which includes a handwriting pad and an on-screen keyboard. 2 Rotate button* Switches the...
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Display Components Component ID Component 1 Pen holder 2 Pen eject button 3 Rotating hinge Description Secures the pen to the tablet PC. Swivels the display and converts the tablet PC from the pen holder. Ejects the pen from notebook mode into a tablet PC mode. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-7
Display Components Component ID Component 1 Pen holder 2 Pen eject button 3 Rotating hinge Description Secures the pen to the tablet PC. Swivels the display and converts the tablet PC from the pen holder. Ejects the pen from notebook mode into a tablet PC mode. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-7
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... Radio Frequency Radiation. Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Front Components Component ID Component 1 Infrared port 2 Bluetooth module (select models only) 3 Display release button Description Provides wireless communication between the tablet PC and an optional IrDA-compliant device. Opens the tablet PC. Nevertheless, the device should be... used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the tablet PC display is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals. Å Exposure...
... Radio Frequency Radiation. Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Front Components Component ID Component 1 Infrared port 2 Bluetooth module (select models only) 3 Display release button Description Provides wireless communication between the tablet PC and an optional IrDA-compliant device. Opens the tablet PC. Nevertheless, the device should be... used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the tablet PC display is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals. Å Exposure...
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... enable an optional S-Video-to-composite adapter to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable. Rear Components Component ID Component 1 USB port 2 RJ-11 (modem) jack 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 Power connector 5 External monitor port 6 S-Video-out jack Description Connects USB 1.1- Hardware and Software Guide 1-10 and 2.0-compliant devices to be used with...
... enable an optional S-Video-to-composite adapter to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable. Rear Components Component ID Component 1 USB port 2 RJ-11 (modem) jack 3 RJ-45 (network) jack 4 Power connector 5 External monitor port 6 S-Video-out jack Description Connects USB 1.1- Hardware and Software Guide 1-10 and 2.0-compliant devices to be used with...
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... Slot Description Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable, or connects an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II to the tablet PC. Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot. Accepts SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards...
... Slot Description Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable, or connects an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II to the tablet PC. Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot. Accepts SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards...
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Left-Side Components Component ID Component 1 Security cable slot 2 Vent Description Attaches an optional security cable to the tablet PC. Ä Security solutions are designed to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as deterrents. These deterrants may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-12 Enables airflow to act as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.
Left-Side Components Component ID Component 1 Security cable slot 2 Vent Description Attaches an optional security cable to the tablet PC. Ä Security solutions are designed to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as deterrents. These deterrants may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-12 Enables airflow to act as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.
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...a wireless connection, refer to Chapter 13, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." If the tablet PC has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used software solutions. For information about changing the functions of the wireless features, refer to Chapter 13..., "Wireless (Select Models Only)." Connects a USB 1.1- Hardware and Software Guide 1-13 Produces tablet PC sound. *This table describes default settings. Component ID Component 3 Wireless button (select models only)* Description Turns the ...
...a wireless connection, refer to Chapter 13, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." If the tablet PC has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used software solutions. For information about changing the functions of the wireless features, refer to Chapter 13..., "Wireless (Select Models Only)." Connects a USB 1.1- Hardware and Software Guide 1-13 Produces tablet PC sound. *This table describes default settings. Component ID Component 3 Wireless button (select models only)* Description Turns the ...
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Bottom Components Component ID Component 1 Docking connector 2 Expansion memory module compartment 3 Vents (3) Description Connects the tablet PC to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Enable airflow to an optional docking device. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-14 Contains one expansion memory module slot.
Bottom Components Component ID Component 1 Docking connector 2 Expansion memory module compartment 3 Vents (3) Description Connects the tablet PC to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Enable airflow to an optional docking device. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-14 Contains one expansion memory module slot.
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... of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of the tablet PC. Hardware and Software Guide 1-16 Wireless Antennae Component ID Component Description Antennae (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless device signals. ...the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the tablet PC display is closed. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the ...
... of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of the tablet PC. Hardware and Software Guide 1-16 Wireless Antennae Component ID Component Description Antennae (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless device signals. ...the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the tablet PC display is closed. *The antennae are not visible from obstructions. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the ...
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Hardware and Software Guide 1-17 Bottom: Initiates standby if the display is closed while the tablet PC is turned on. Ä Keep diskettes and other magnetic media away from landscape to portrait mode. Magnets Component ID Component Magnets (3) Description Top left: Engages the display latch. Top right: Switches the panel orientation from magnetic fields, which can erase your data.
Hardware and Software Guide 1-17 Bottom: Initiates standby if the display is closed while the tablet PC is turned on. Ä Keep diskettes and other magnetic media away from landscape to portrait mode. Magnets Component ID Component Magnets (3) Description Top left: Engages the display latch. Top right: Switches the panel orientation from magnetic fields, which can erase your data.
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Used with the tablet PC whenever the tip is touching the screen or within 1.27 cm (0.5 inch) of the screen. Hardware and Software Guide 1-18 Enables you to tether the pen to erase handwriting on the tablet PC. Functions like the right button on or held over a pen-activated button, activates the button. When tapped on an external mouse. Pen Components Component ID Component 1 Pen tip 2 Pen button 3 Pen tether eyelet 4 Pen eraser Description Interacts with the tether eyelet on the tablet PC, enables you to the tablet PC.
Used with the tablet PC whenever the tip is touching the screen or within 1.27 cm (0.5 inch) of the screen. Hardware and Software Guide 1-18 Enables you to tether the pen to erase handwriting on the tablet PC. Functions like the right button on or held over a pen-activated button, activates the button. When tapped on an external mouse. Pen Components Component ID Component 1 Pen tip 2 Pen button 3 Pen tether eyelet 4 Pen eraser Description Interacts with the tether eyelet on the tablet PC, enables you to the tablet PC.
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Powers the tablet PC when the tablet PC is not connected to external power. 4 Modem cable* Connects the RJ-11 (modem) jack to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter. 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required)* Adapts the modem cable to an AC outlet. Hardware and Software Guide 1-19...
Powers the tablet PC when the tablet PC is not connected to external power. 4 Modem cable* Connects the RJ-11 (modem) jack to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter. 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required)* Adapts the modem cable to an AC outlet. Hardware and Software Guide 1-19...