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... operating system. * For updates to the BIOS and other technical documentation, connect to the OmniBook, wait at http://www.hp.com/omnibook or http://www.europe.hp.com/omnibook (European mirror). An open only files that reside on the hard drive, not on a removable disk. To prevent loss of power to our website at least 3 seconds after suspension...
... operating system. * For updates to the BIOS and other technical documentation, connect to the OmniBook, wait at http://www.hp.com/omnibook or http://www.europe.hp.com/omnibook (European mirror). An open only files that reside on the hard drive, not on a removable disk. To prevent loss of power to our website at least 3 seconds after suspension...
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...on any such product Recovery CD-ROM shall be authorized to you must now either remove the software from your computer was originally provided. (ii) The use of the License... not agree with the software, who shall be governed by law. Ownership. If your hard disk drive and destroy the Recovery CD, or return the complete computer and software for archival purposes or... only be found online, or in the computer product packaging. HP Software Product License Agreement Your HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read this License Agreement before proceeding....
...on any such product Recovery CD-ROM shall be authorized to you must now either remove the software from your computer was originally provided. (ii) The use of the License... not agree with the software, who shall be governed by law. Ownership. If your hard disk drive and destroy the Recovery CD, or return the complete computer and software for archival purposes or... only be found online, or in the computer product packaging. HP Software Product License Agreement Your HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read this License Agreement before proceeding....
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... get the most from your battery 59 Expanding the OmniBook 61 Using Plug-In Modules 62 To install hot-swap support 62 To replace a plug-in module 63 To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port 65 To insert or remove a CD 65 To play DVD movies 66 Connecting ...insert and remove a PC Card 74 To find tested PC Cards 75 To install Card Executive for Windows NT 4.0 75 Using Docking Products 76 To install a docking tray 76 To dock the OmniBook 77 To undock the OmniBook 78 Installing a Hard Disk Drive 79 To replace the hard disk drive 79 To replace the hard disk drive holder ...
... get the most from your battery 59 Expanding the OmniBook 61 Using Plug-In Modules 62 To install hot-swap support 62 To replace a plug-in module 63 To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port 65 To insert or remove a CD 65 To play DVD movies 66 Connecting ...insert and remove a PC Card 74 To find tested PC Cards 75 To install Card Executive for Windows NT 4.0 75 Using Docking Products 76 To install a docking tray 76 To dock the OmniBook 77 To undock the OmniBook 78 Installing a Hard Disk Drive 79 To replace the hard disk drive 79 To replace the hard disk drive holder ...
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To install a RAM expansion module 82 To remove a RAM expansion module 83 Configuring the OmniBook 85 Using BIOS Setup ...86 To run the ... or change an OmniBook password 93 To delete an OmniBook password 94 To install the VirusScan utility 94 To attach a security cable 95 To set PC identification 95 To enable hard disk drive lock 96 Troubleshooting......recover the factory installation of Windows 116 To update the OmniBook BIOS 117 To replace a damaged Recovery CD 117 Support and Service...119 Getting HP OmniBook Assistance 120 Support Assistance 120 Electronic Support Services 120 Reference ...
To install a RAM expansion module 82 To remove a RAM expansion module 83 Configuring the OmniBook 85 Using BIOS Setup ...86 To run the ... or change an OmniBook password 93 To delete an OmniBook password 94 To install the VirusScan utility 94 To attach a security cable 95 To set PC identification 95 To enable hard disk drive lock 96 Troubleshooting......recover the factory installation of Windows 116 To update the OmniBook BIOS 117 To replace a damaged Recovery CD 117 Support and Service...119 Getting HP OmniBook Assistance 120 Support Assistance 120 Electronic Support Services 120 Reference ...
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...remove accumulated dust. Copy files to floppy, tape, or network drives. • Use a virus scanning program, preferably one that will run automatically, to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display. Operating the OmniBook Taking Care of Your OmniBook Taking Care of Your OmniBook Protect your OmniBook... to check the integrity of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is adequate ventilation around the OmniBook. This turns off the hard drive. A drop of your hard disk drive from damage • Observe the temperature limits and other enclosed space. •...
...remove accumulated dust. Copy files to floppy, tape, or network drives. • Use a virus scanning program, preferably one that will run automatically, to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display. Operating the OmniBook Taking Care of Your OmniBook Taking Care of Your OmniBook Protect your OmniBook... to check the integrity of a few inches onto a rigid surface while the hard drive is adequate ventilation around the OmniBook. This turns off the hard drive. A drop of your hard disk drive from damage • Observe the temperature limits and other enclosed space. •...
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... software is present in the taskbar, right-click the icon, then click Remove Device. Close all files that are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay.) If you're removing or inserting a battery, you are open from the plug-in OmniBook connectors, module connectors, or cable connectors. Static electricity can damage internal components...
... software is present in the taskbar, right-click the icon, then click Remove Device. Close all files that are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay.) If you're removing or inserting a battery, you are open from the plug-in OmniBook connectors, module connectors, or cable connectors. Static electricity can damage internal components...
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See "To recover the factory installation of Windows" on the drive before loading any software. Pull out the hard drive by its plastic tab. Expanding the OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You'll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up and remove the hard drive screw. 3. Important If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Hibernate partition on page 116. Reference Guide 79
See "To recover the factory installation of Windows" on the drive before loading any software. Pull out the hard drive by its plastic tab. Expanding the OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You'll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the ac adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up and remove the hard drive screw. 3. Important If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Hibernate partition on page 116. Reference Guide 79
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...OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a cover, you can remove the cover parts from the case, then pry open the connector-side of the case. 3. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to the connector, then lift out the connector and hard drive... together. 80 Reference Guide Remove the screw from the old hard drive. Pry out the corner next to pry open the snaps at the ends of the case, then open the...
...OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a cover, you can remove the cover parts from the case, then pry open the connector-side of the case. 3. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to the connector, then lift out the connector and hard drive... together. 80 Reference Guide Remove the screw from the old hard drive. Pry out the corner next to pry open the snaps at the ends of the case, then open the...
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...drive or other removable device is required when resuming from a suspended state. Clear Administrator Password Is Shows if an administrator password is required when undocking the OmniBook. This password protects BIOS Setup settings. Enabled Undock* Sets whether a user password is set. Clear Set User Password Press ENTER to set ) on the hard disk drive... to set . Disabled Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock* Encodes the current user password (or administrator password if that is required when the computer boots. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Security Menu Setting...
...drive or other removable device is required when resuming from a suspended state. Clear Administrator Password Is Shows if an administrator password is required when undocking the OmniBook. This password protects BIOS Setup settings. Enabled Undock* Sets whether a user password is set. Clear Set User Password Press ENTER to set ) on the hard disk drive... to set . Disabled Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock* Encodes the current user password (or administrator password if that is required when the computer boots. Configuring the OmniBook Using BIOS Setup Security Menu Setting...
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...Resume on Undock* Sets whether the OmniBook suspends after docking. * For Windows 2000, only these settings are used. Other settings in this menu are saved when changed. Disabled When Lid Closed Enabled Setting +Removable Device +Hard Disk CD-ROM/DVD Drive Boot Menu Description Shows the order of... in Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time changes. If the computer has more than one that's scanned. Removable Device 2. CD-ROM/DVD drive Exit Menu Setting Description Save Changes and Exit Saves Setup changes, exits, and reboots. Auto Turn-on on Dock* Sets ...
...Resume on Undock* Sets whether the OmniBook suspends after docking. * For Windows 2000, only these settings are used. Other settings in this menu are saved when changed. Disabled When Lid Closed Enabled Setting +Removable Device +Hard Disk CD-ROM/DVD Drive Boot Menu Description Shows the order of... in Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time changes. If the computer has more than one that's scanned. Removable Device 2. CD-ROM/DVD drive Exit Menu Setting Description Save Changes and Exit Saves Setup changes, exits, and reboots. Auto Turn-on on Dock* Sets ...
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...UP-ARROW to move up the computer in Windows 98 If you're using a plug-in OmniBook CD-ROM or DVD drive in the module bay. Press F10 to select it. 5. Troubleshooting Solving Problems • ... sure you swap modules or the module bay. If CD-ROM/DVD drive is seated correctly-remove and reinsert. • If you see the HP logo, press F2 to shut down the computer every time you are ...If a DVD drive locks up (or F5 to increase the volume. Audio Problems If sound is not audible • Double-click the speaker icon on the taskbar to ensure that Mute is Removable Device Hard Disk CD-ROM...
...UP-ARROW to move up the computer in Windows 98 If you're using a plug-in OmniBook CD-ROM or DVD drive in the module bay. Press F10 to select it. 5. Troubleshooting Solving Problems • ... sure you swap modules or the module bay. If CD-ROM/DVD drive is seated correctly-remove and reinsert. • If you see the HP logo, press F2 to shut down the computer every time you are ...If a DVD drive locks up (or F5 to increase the volume. Audio Problems If sound is not audible • Double-click the speaker icon on the taskbar to ensure that Mute is Removable Device Hard Disk CD-ROM...
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... Scandisk surface scan to control • To customize all pointing devices, use the Mouse icon in Windows NT 4.0). Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. If files are corrupted • Run the VirusScan program. From the Start menu, click Programs, Accessories, System...
... Scandisk surface scan to control • To customize all pointing devices, use the Mouse icon in Windows NT 4.0). Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. If files are corrupted • Run the VirusScan program. From the Start menu, click Programs, Accessories, System...
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... by pressing the pad on the unit. • Reset the OmniBook. Open the Boot menu. In the Security menu, make sure the Floppy Boot setting is Removable Device Hard Disk CD-ROM/DVD Drive 4. If the OmniBook doesn't boot from the floppy disk drive After checking all connections, check the boot order and setup in...Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility. 112 Reference Guide See "To reset the OmniBook" on page 21. • If you get no response, remove the battery and ac adapter-then plug in the list. 6. If you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. If available, try...
... by pressing the pad on the unit. • Reset the OmniBook. Open the Boot menu. In the Security menu, make sure the Floppy Boot setting is Removable Device Hard Disk CD-ROM/DVD Drive 4. If the OmniBook doesn't boot from the floppy disk drive After checking all connections, check the boot order and setup in...Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility. 112 Reference Guide See "To reset the OmniBook" on page 21. • If you get no response, remove the battery and ac adapter-then plug in the list. 6. If you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. If available, try...
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... from the HP Customer Care website (http://www.hp.com/cposupport/eschome.html), and follow the instructions. After inserting a formatted floppy disk in the floppy drive and reboot the OmniBook. If diaginst...support running tests, press ESC to this directory, double-click it is saved on your hard disk, you can download it can run the diagnostics from a diagnostic floppy disk. Troubleshooting...reboot. 11. Optional: Check the log. If you exit the diagnostics program. 114 Reference Guide Remove the floppy disk just before you create a Support Ticket, it . -or- Marks or ...
... from the HP Customer Care website (http://www.hp.com/cposupport/eschome.html), and follow the instructions. After inserting a formatted floppy disk in the floppy drive and reboot the OmniBook. If diaginst...support running tests, press ESC to this directory, double-click it is saved on your hard disk, you can download it can run the diagnostics from a diagnostic floppy disk. Troubleshooting...reboot. 11. Optional: Check the log. If you exit the diagnostics program. 114 Reference Guide Remove the floppy disk just before you create a Support Ticket, it . -or- Marks or ...
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Models with "4150 B" after serial number 256-bit NeoMagic MagicGraph graphics accelerator with 4- Power Rechargeable 9-cell lithium ion battery with 512-KB pipeline-burst-synchronous L2 cache. -or- 400-, 366- Low-battery warning. Mass Storage 12-, 10-, 6-, or 4-GB removable hard drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. Processor and Bus Architecture 300-MHz Intel Mobile Pentium II...
Models with "4150 B" after serial number 256-bit NeoMagic MagicGraph graphics accelerator with 4- Power Rechargeable 9-cell lithium ion battery with 512-KB pipeline-burst-synchronous L2 cache. -or- 400-, 366- Low-battery warning. Mass Storage 12-, 10-, 6-, or 4-GB removable hard drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. Processor and Bus Architecture 300-MHz Intel Mobile Pentium II...
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... 95 reinstalling Windows, 116 resetting, 21 starting and stopping, 20 testing, 113 websites, 10 OmniBook Library, 10 OmniBook Notes, 10 on button location, 13 status lights, 22 turning on, 20 overheating, 106...), 90 printers connecting, 70 infrared, 73 troubleshooting, 110 processor speed, 58, 90 protection files, 96 hard drive lock, 96 Kensington lock, 95 passwords, 93, 94 PC identification, 95 VirusScan, 94 PS/2 devices...70 selecting, 88 PS/2 port, 14, 67 R RAM adding, 82 PC-100, 82, 105 removing, 83 troubleshooting, 105 rebooting after shutdown, 20 boot device, 91, 99 temporary boot device, 21 ...
... 95 reinstalling Windows, 116 resetting, 21 starting and stopping, 20 testing, 113 websites, 10 OmniBook Library, 10 OmniBook Notes, 10 on button location, 13 status lights, 22 turning on, 20 overheating, 106...), 90 printers connecting, 70 infrared, 73 troubleshooting, 110 processor speed, 58, 90 protection files, 96 hard drive lock, 96 Kensington lock, 95 passwords, 93, 94 PC identification, 95 VirusScan, 94 PS/2 devices...70 selecting, 88 PS/2 port, 14, 67 R RAM adding, 82 PC-100, 82, 105 removing, 83 troubleshooting, 105 rebooting after shutdown, 20 boot device, 91, 99 temporary boot device, 21 ...
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...this if you must use the icon in module. 2. For a hard drive module, you are open from the plug-in the taskbar or shut down the computer. Close all files that are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in modules without shutting down the computer- For Windows 2000, left-.... 1. If you are connecting or disconnecting a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any version of drive, you do not have to shut down the computer. Expanding the OmniBook Using Plug-In Modules CAUTION Note To replace a plug-in OmniBook connectors, module connectors, or cable connectors. This software lets ...
...this if you must use the icon in module. 2. For a hard drive module, you are open from the plug-in the taskbar or shut down the computer. Close all files that are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in modules without shutting down the computer- For Windows 2000, left-.... 1. If you are connecting or disconnecting a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any version of drive, you do not have to shut down the computer. Expanding the OmniBook Using Plug-In Modules CAUTION Note To replace a plug-in OmniBook connectors, module connectors, or cable connectors. This software lets ...
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... up and remove the hard drive screw. 3. The online Reference Guide shows how to install the holder on the drive before loading any software. Pull out the hard drive by its plastic tab. See "To recover the factory installation of Windows" on page 87. Expanding the OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You'll...
... up and remove the hard drive screw. 3. The online Reference Guide shows how to install the holder on the drive before loading any software. Pull out the hard drive by its plastic tab. See "To recover the factory installation of Windows" on page 87. Expanding the OmniBook Installing a Hard Disk Drive Installing a Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You'll...
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Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. From the Start menu, click Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Scandisk. • For Windows 2000, open My Computer, select the disk you want to scan, click ...
Hard Disk Drive Problems If the OmniBook's hard drive doesn't spin • Check the power source. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. From the Start menu, click Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Scandisk. • For Windows 2000, open My Computer, select the disk you want to scan, click ...
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... Models without "4150" after serial number ATI Mobility-M or -M1 graphics accelerator with 2.5-MB video RAM, 1x AGP graphics capability. Mass Storage 12-, 10-, 6-, or 4-GB removable hard drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. CD-ROM or DVD drive module. Optional ...500-, 500-, or 450-MHz Intel Mobile Pentium III processor with 256-KB four-way set-associative L2 cache. 1.6-V core, 2.5-V external, low-power processor. 32-KB (16-KB instruction, 16-KB data) L1 cache. 32-bit PCI bus. Low-battery warning. For the latest specifications, see the OmniBook website, http://www.hp.com/omnibook...
... Models without "4150" after serial number ATI Mobility-M or -M1 graphics accelerator with 2.5-MB video RAM, 1x AGP graphics capability. Mass Storage 12-, 10-, 6-, or 4-GB removable hard drive. 1.44-MB floppy drive module. CD-ROM or DVD drive module. Optional ...500-, 500-, or 450-MHz Intel Mobile Pentium III processor with 256-KB four-way set-associative L2 cache. 1.6-V core, 2.5-V external, low-power processor. 32-KB (16-KB instruction, 16-KB data) L1 cache. 32-bit PCI bus. Low-battery warning. For the latest specifications, see the OmniBook website, http://www.hp.com/omnibook...