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Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... jacks (left to right): external microphone, audio out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 1-3 PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... jacks (left to right): external microphone, audio out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 1-3 PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
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...off) ■ Blinking-notebook is in Standby ■ Off-notebook is off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the ...battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is...
...off) ■ Blinking-notebook is in Standby ■ Off-notebook is off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the ...battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is...
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... packs in until it latches. Insert the connector end of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. This guide is included with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the battery pack into the battery pack compartment, then slide the battery pack in fire, or...and work habits for the first time, you will connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack, turn on the Documentation CD that is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the notebook, and run the Microsoft® Windows® Setup program. Reference...
... packs in until it latches. Insert the connector end of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. This guide is included with Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of the battery pack into the battery pack compartment, then slide the battery pack in fire, or...and work habits for the first time, you will connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack, turn on the Documentation CD that is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the notebook, and run the Microsoft® Windows® Setup program. Reference...
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... Guide Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 3. Plug the power cord into the notebook. 2. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter, cause data loss, and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). The notebook battery starts charging. ✎ When unplugging the...
... Guide Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 3. Plug the power cord into the notebook. 2. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter, cause data loss, and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). The notebook battery starts charging. ✎ When unplugging the...
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... burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on battery power, the battery pack may be out of increased power consumption, it is designed to fully charge the battery pack. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. As a result of... power. The notebook boots up, and Windows starts automatically. ✎ If your notebook does not turn on when operating on your lap for extended periods....
... burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on battery power, the battery pack may be out of increased power consumption, it is designed to fully charge the battery pack. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. As a result of... power. The notebook boots up, and Windows starts automatically. ✎ If your notebook does not turn on when operating on your lap for extended periods....
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... media. To Create or Copy CDs If your notebook before you copy or create CDs. When writing to DVD+R or DVD+RW media, observe the following guidelines: ■ Place the notebook on a flat, stable surface. ■ Ensure that the AC adapter is equipped with a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive..., it also includes CD software that are included with your notebook is connected to the notebook and an AC electrical outlet. ■ Close and exit all...
... media. To Create or Copy CDs If your notebook before you copy or create CDs. When writing to DVD+R or DVD+RW media, observe the following guidelines: ■ Place the notebook on a flat, stable surface. ■ Ensure that the AC adapter is equipped with a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive..., it also includes CD software that are included with your notebook is connected to the notebook and an AC electrical outlet. ■ Close and exit all...
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... is in Windows. session. Ä CAUTION: Make a habit of the display. Battery Packs and Power Management How the Notebook Manages Power Automatically Your notebook enters Hibernation and Standby automatically, and turns off the hard drive and display based on . When this happens, you will be...the life of saving your work before allowing your previous and turns off the notebook. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery pack, then shut the notebook off the display to turn on resuming that was not saved will find ...
... is in Windows. session. Ä CAUTION: Make a habit of the display. Battery Packs and Power Management How the Notebook Manages Power Automatically Your notebook enters Hibernation and Standby automatically, and turns off the hard drive and display based on . When this happens, you will be...the life of saving your work before allowing your previous and turns off the notebook. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery pack, then shut the notebook off the display to turn on resuming that was not saved will find ...
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... the "Getting Started with a charged one of the following procedures: ■ Replace the battery pack with Your Notebook" chapter in the AC adapter, you plug in this way, you will not be able to turn on the side of the battery pack. The number of a full charge). On ... 20 percent of lights that turn it on again until you restore power by doing one . ■ Plug in the AC adapter. ✎ If you can continue to a critically low level. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you when the battery power drops to work while...
... the "Getting Started with a charged one of the following procedures: ■ Replace the battery pack with Your Notebook" chapter in the AC adapter, you plug in this way, you will not be able to turn on the side of the battery pack. The number of a full charge). On ... 20 percent of lights that turn it on again until you restore power by doing one . ■ Plug in the AC adapter. ✎ If you can continue to a critically low level. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you when the battery power drops to work while...
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... as long as possible: ■ Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). ■ Put the notebook in Standby when you will not be using it...
... as long as possible: ■ Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). ■ Put the notebook in Standby when you will not be using it...
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... battery packs unused for one month or more than one, rotate them. ■ Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in a cool, dry location. ■ To maintain the accuracy of a stored battery pack. If you have a PC Card, such as a network card, remove it . Press the wireless on -off button, turn ..., exit the application when you work with an application that has been stored for long periods. Some PC Cards use . ■ If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the battery pack, ...
... battery packs unused for one month or more than one, rotate them. ■ Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in a cool, dry location. ■ To maintain the accuracy of a stored battery pack. If you have a PC Card, such as a network card, remove it . Press the wireless on -off button, turn ..., exit the application when you work with an application that has been stored for long periods. Some PC Cards use . ■ If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the battery pack, ...
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... module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can use both slots to expand your RAM. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM... (Memory) The notebook has 2 slots that hold 2 RAM modules. To Install a RAM Expansion Module Use ...
... module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can use both slots to expand your RAM. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM... (Memory) The notebook has 2 slots that hold 2 RAM modules. To Install a RAM Expansion Module Use ...
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... Computer > Turn Off. 2. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices 4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at both sides until it . Replace the...
... Computer > Turn Off. 2. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices 4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at both sides until it . Replace the...
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...notebook to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. Gently pull the hard drive out of screws varies by model. Press firmly to the following illustration. 5. Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the 2 or 3 screw holes, then remove the screws. Turn the unit bottom side up. 4. Unplug the AC adapter..., if connected. 2. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. ✎ If you are installing a new hard drive, you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. 5-12 Reference Guide The number of the notebook. 6.
...notebook to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. Gently pull the hard drive out of screws varies by model. Press firmly to the following illustration. 5. Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the 2 or 3 screw holes, then remove the screws. Turn the unit bottom side up. 4. Unplug the AC adapter..., if connected. 2. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. ✎ If you are installing a new hard drive, you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. 5-12 Reference Guide The number of the notebook. 6.
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If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. ■ Back up the drive immediately. Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. ■ Try adjusting the size of the notebook. ■ Remove and reinsert the hard ... to its default setting of 1024 × 768 or higher, depending on your model. Hard Drive Problems If the Notebook Hard Drive Does Not Spin ■ Make sure the notebook has power. If the Hard Disk Makes a Buzzing or Whining Noise ■ See whether the noise is fully plugged...
If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. ■ Back up the drive immediately. Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. ■ Try adjusting the size of the notebook. ■ Remove and reinsert the hard ... to its default setting of 1024 × 768 or higher, depending on your model. Hard Drive Problems If the Notebook Hard Drive Does Not Spin ■ Make sure the notebook has power. If the Hard Disk Makes a Buzzing or Whining Noise ■ See whether the noise is fully plugged...
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... is probably extremely low. Also avoid turning the notebook off and reset the notebook. Unsaved data will be lost. One-Touch button to turn the notebook back on . ■ To avoid lockup problems, avoid pressing the TV Now! Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, ... into Standby while such applications are running . If the Battery Pack Does Not Charge ■ Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the reset button on . If the Notebook Keeps Beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is on the bottom of the...
... is probably extremely low. Also avoid turning the notebook off and reset the notebook. Unsaved data will be lost. One-Touch button to turn the notebook back on . ■ To avoid lockup problems, avoid pressing the TV Now! Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, ... into Standby while such applications are running . If the Battery Pack Does Not Charge ■ Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the reset button on . If the Notebook Keeps Beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a warning when battery power is on the bottom of the...
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...power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery pack to replace the battery pack. ■ Heavy modem use can impact battery-operating time. ■ PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. ■ Move the notebook away from the power strip and plug it ...will not charge properly. ■ If available, try another battery pack and AC adapter. If the battery pack gets too hot, it directly ...
...power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery pack to replace the battery pack. ■ Heavy modem use can impact battery-operating time. ■ PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. ■ Move the notebook away from the power strip and plug it ...will not charge properly. ■ If available, try another battery pack and AC adapter. If the battery pack gets too hot, it directly ...
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... into the reset button on the side of the peripheral device for the latest USB drivers. ■ Check the port settings in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using the reset button. Open the hardware Device Manager, then select Universal Serial Bus Controller. If the... Not Respond When You Turn It On ■ Connect the AC adapter. ■ Reset the notebook by removing it on. ■ If the notebook still does not respond, remove the battery pack and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Then press the power button to turn it and pressing ...
... into the reset button on the side of the peripheral device for the latest USB drivers. ■ Check the port settings in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using the reset button. Open the hardware Device Manager, then select Universal Serial Bus Controller. If the... Not Respond When You Turn It On ■ Connect the AC adapter. ■ Reset the notebook by removing it on. ■ If the notebook still does not respond, remove the battery pack and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Then press the power button to turn it and pressing ...
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Index 1394 port connecting 5-7 location 1-3 A AC adapter connecting 1-8 jack location 1-3 adjusting brightness 2-6 monitor resolution 5-5 volume 2-6 ALT GR key 2-9 alternate graphics (ALT GR) 2-9 antivirus software 2-14 AT commands 4-4 audio adjusting volume 2-6 device connection 5-3 ...
Index 1394 port connecting 5-7 location 1-3 A AC adapter connecting 1-8 jack location 1-3 adjusting brightness 2-6 monitor resolution 5-5 volume 2-6 ALT GR key 2-9 alternate graphics (ALT GR) 2-9 antivirus software 2-14 AT commands 4-4 audio adjusting volume 2-6 device connection 5-3 ...
HP Compaq nx9020, nx9030 and nx9040 Notebook PCs- Startup Guide
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... out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) 1-4 Startup Guide Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use... mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device (select models only) 7 External monitor port 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable - PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
... out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) 1-4 Startup Guide Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use... mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device (select models only) 7 External monitor port 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable - PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
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... off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is missing...
... off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is missing...