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...whether the hard drive (drive C) is active (that immediately restores your last screen. The electrical bolt symbol means that show keyboard status in the application window.) The shading of the battery symbol shows the approximate charge level of the OmniBook. • Starting and Stopping the OmniBook. ..., such as Word also show the current status of the OmniBook-whether a PC card is present or whether ac power is active. Indicators other options, see "To configure the Status Panel." Your OmniBook has been specifically designed for ease-of storage devices. Keyboard ...
...whether the hard drive (drive C) is active (that immediately restores your last screen. The electrical bolt symbol means that show keyboard status in the application window.) The shading of the battery symbol shows the approximate charge level of the OmniBook. • Starting and Stopping the OmniBook. ..., such as Word also show the current status of the OmniBook-whether a PC card is present or whether ac power is active. Indicators other options, see "To configure the Status Panel." Your OmniBook has been specifically designed for ease-of storage devices. Keyboard ...
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...; SCSI CD-ROM drives or hard drives (if present, as with the OmniBook. 2. To connect the floppy drive 1. Plug the larger plug (pinching its tabs) into the floppy-drive port at the back of data storage devices. Using Storage Devices Your OmniBook can access information in one or both PC card slots (if present). Drive letters for information about...
...; SCSI CD-ROM drives or hard drives (if present, as with the OmniBook. 2. To connect the floppy drive 1. Plug the larger plug (pinching its tabs) into the floppy-drive port at the back of data storage devices. Using Storage Devices Your OmniBook can access information in one or both PC card slots (if present). Drive letters for information about...
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... doesn't work correctly • Its bus speed might be the same: • HP User Tools, OmniBook Power Management, Idle Time Before Turn-Off, Hard Disk; If a CD isn't automatically detected when inserted in a drive • Use Device Manager to be too slow for harddrive turn -off, and ...one application is using the infrared port. • Check that both devices are two separate settings that affect hard-drive turn -off prematurely (not matching your setting for the OmniBook. Select the autodetect setting. You can 't access a serial port • Check that the COM name you...
... doesn't work correctly • Its bus speed might be the same: • HP User Tools, OmniBook Power Management, Idle Time Before Turn-Off, Hard Disk; If a CD isn't automatically detected when inserted in a drive • Use Device Manager to be too slow for harddrive turn -off, and ...one application is using the infrared port. • Check that both devices are two separate settings that affect hard-drive turn -off prematurely (not matching your setting for the OmniBook. Select the autodetect setting. You can 't access a serial port • Check that the COM name you...
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...hard drive troubleshooting, 57 headphones, 11 help information sources, 4 online manual, 4 -H- Kensington lock, 32, 34 keyboard external, 48, 50 F1-F12 label, 14 FN key, 13, 14, 15, 48, 50 hot keys, 14 64 getting help information sources, 4 online manual, 4 Windows, 16 hiding Status Panel, 18 hot keys, 14 HP... F1044 ac adapter, 27 HP Financial Calculator, 43 HP User Tools comparison, 46 PC identification, 33 power settings, 31 summary, 48 -I /O addresses, 53 icon strip labels F1-F12, ...
...hard drive troubleshooting, 57 headphones, 11 help information sources, 4 online manual, 4 -H- Kensington lock, 32, 34 keyboard external, 48, 50 F1-F12 label, 14 FN key, 13, 14, 15, 48, 50 hot keys, 14 64 getting help information sources, 4 online manual, 4 Windows, 16 hiding Status Panel, 18 hot keys, 14 HP... F1044 ac adapter, 27 HP Financial Calculator, 43 HP User Tools comparison, 46 PC identification, 33 power settings, 31 summary, 48 -I /O addresses, 53 icon strip labels F1-F12, ...
HP OmniBook 800 - 5/166 Disk Drives Installation Guide
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Contents 1 Using OmniBook Disk Drives 1-5 Installing a Floppy Disk Drive 1-8 To install a floppy disk drive 1-9 To remove a floppy disk drive 1-10 To insert or remove a floppy disk 1-10 Replacing a Hard Drive 1-11 To remove a hard drive 1-11 To install a hard drive 1-14 Restoring OmniBook Software 1-18 To restore Windows 95 1-18 To restore Windows for Workgroups 1-19 To restore an alternate operating system 1-20...
Contents 1 Using OmniBook Disk Drives 1-5 Installing a Floppy Disk Drive 1-8 To install a floppy disk drive 1-9 To remove a floppy disk drive 1-10 To insert or remove a floppy disk 1-10 Replacing a Hard Drive 1-11 To remove a hard drive 1-11 To install a hard drive 1-14 Restoring OmniBook Software 1-18 To restore Windows 95 1-18 To restore Windows for Workgroups 1-19 To restore an alternate operating system 1-20...
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... main internal disk (also called the "harddisk drive"). Back up your OmniBook computer. • This HP OmniBook Installation Guide. Otherwise, the OmniBook or the hard drive may be damaged. 1-11 Don't remove the drive from its packaging until you remove the drive from static electricity. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Before replacing the hard drive, check to make sure that you can...
... main internal disk (also called the "harddisk drive"). Back up your OmniBook computer. • This HP OmniBook Installation Guide. Otherwise, the OmniBook or the hard drive may be damaged. 1-11 Don't remove the drive from its packaging until you remove the drive from static electricity. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Before replacing the hard drive, check to make sure that you can...
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...five screws holding the hard drive and the keyboard in the case, otherwise you 're using Windows for Workgroups, back up individual files (File Manager) or use the Shut Down option from the Start menu. • If you will need to a tape drive, a network drive, a PC card, or a floppy..., Accessories, System Tools, Backup, Backup tab). • If you're using Windows 95, use a commercial back-up program. 2. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive Back up the computer while the keyboard is out. 1-12 Exit Windows. • If you're using Windows for Workgroups, exit Windows,...
...five screws holding the hard drive and the keyboard in the case, otherwise you 're using Windows for Workgroups, back up individual files (File Manager) or use the Shut Down option from the Start menu. • If you will need to a tape drive, a network drive, a PC card, or a floppy..., Accessories, System Tools, Backup, Backup tab). • If you're using Windows 95, use a commercial back-up program. 2. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive Back up the computer while the keyboard is out. 1-12 Exit Windows. • If you're using Windows for Workgroups, exit Windows,...
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CAUTION 7. Handle the hard drive only by grasping the left flap and remove the hard drive. Gently lift up on the left flap of the protective sheet and pulling to avoid damage from electrostatic discharge. 1-13 Disengage the hard drive connectors by its edges to the right as shown. The protective sheet stays in place. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive ribbon cables 6.
CAUTION 7. Handle the hard drive only by grasping the left flap and remove the hard drive. Gently lift up on the left flap of the protective sheet and pulling to avoid damage from electrostatic discharge. 1-13 Disengage the hard drive connectors by its edges to the right as shown. The protective sheet stays in place. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive ribbon cables 6.
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...'re ready to insert it. • When you remove the drive from its edges. 1. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive CAUTION To install a hard drive After following the instructions for removing drive C, use the next procedure to complete the installation in one sitting. • Keep the drive in the hard drive compartment. Take precautions against damage from static electricity: •...
...'re ready to insert it. • When you remove the drive from its edges. 1. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive CAUTION To install a hard drive After following the instructions for removing drive C, use the next procedure to complete the installation in one sitting. • Keep the drive in the hard drive compartment. Take precautions against damage from static electricity: •...
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... sheet. A 3. Connectors align here. 1-15 If there is from the old one , it flat before laying the hard drive down on the insulator. If your new hard drive has screws in different positions. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive 2. Compare the location of the computer, insert the rubber covers into the holes you won't need to engage...
... sheet. A 3. Connectors align here. 1-15 If there is from the old one , it flat before laying the hard drive down on the insulator. If your new hard drive has screws in different positions. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive 2. Compare the location of the computer, insert the rubber covers into the holes you won't need to engage...
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Insert the keyboard by engaging the four front tabs on the keyboard into the recessed openings with a paper clip, as shown. 5. Tuck ribbon cable down as shown below. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive CAUTION Do not push down on the keyboard as you insert 1-16 If the hard drive connectors do not engage the computer connectors, pull the hard drive back out and try again. 4. If the ribbon cables on the keyboard are no longer tucked into the case, then push them back into the four slots in the computer case, pressing down on the hard drive .
Insert the keyboard by engaging the four front tabs on the keyboard into the recessed openings with a paper clip, as shown. 5. Tuck ribbon cable down as shown below. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive CAUTION Do not push down on the keyboard as you insert 1-16 If the hard drive connectors do not engage the computer connectors, pull the hard drive back out and try again. 4. If the ribbon cables on the keyboard are no longer tucked into the case, then push them back into the four slots in the computer case, pressing down on the hard drive .
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Close the OmniBook, turn it over, and insert the five screws removed previously. Press the reset button. 1-17 Insert the battery, then connect the ac adapter. 8. Tighten the screws only until you just feel resistance. 7. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive the tabs. Make sure the ribbon cables slide into the recessed openings and do not extend back under the keyboard. 6.
Close the OmniBook, turn it over, and insert the five screws removed previously. Press the reset button. 1-17 Insert the battery, then connect the ac adapter. 8. Tighten the screws only until you just feel resistance. 7. Using OmniBook Disk Drives Replacing a Hard Drive the tabs. Make sure the ribbon cables slide into the recessed openings and do not extend back under the keyboard. 6.
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...drive: SCSI port or PC-card slot/parallel port. You will be accessible after the installation . Before you start installing a new operating system, make sure to FDD First.) 8. Install your hard disk since the original set to select the appropriate driver. Exit Windows, if necessary, then reboot the OmniBook...system. Alternatively, check our World Wide Web site ( http://www.hp.com/ go/omnibook) for shortcut key assignments. 9. You can take an hour or more. CAUTION Using OmniBook Disk Drives Restoring OmniBook Software 7. These steps will delete any software or files you ...
...drive: SCSI port or PC-card slot/parallel port. You will be accessible after the installation . Before you start installing a new operating system, make sure to FDD First.) 8. Install your hard disk since the original set to select the appropriate driver. Exit Windows, if necessary, then reboot the OmniBook...system. Alternatively, check our World Wide Web site ( http://www.hp.com/ go/omnibook) for shortcut key assignments. 9. You can take an hour or more. CAUTION Using OmniBook Disk Drives Restoring OmniBook Software 7. These steps will delete any software or files you ...
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...OmniBook The Status Panel contains indicators that is active. Indicators other options, see "To configure the Status Panel." For other than 90% charged). To view or hide the Status Panel 18 2. It features "instant-on and off by pressing FN+ESC. 1. Power The disk symbol shows whether the hard drive (drive...is active or while a drive is , reading or writing). Your OmniBook has been specifically designed for the C drive, the three keyboard locks, and the battery power level. Keyboard 3. And the OmniBook supports a variety of storage devices. Drive C 2. The electrical ...
...OmniBook The Status Panel contains indicators that is active. Indicators other options, see "To configure the Status Panel." For other than 90% charged). To view or hide the Status Panel 18 2. It features "instant-on and off by pressing FN+ESC. 1. Power The disk symbol shows whether the hard drive (drive...is active or while a drive is , reading or writing). Your OmniBook has been specifically designed for the C drive, the three keyboard locks, and the battery power level. Keyboard 3. And the OmniBook supports a variety of storage devices. Drive C 2. The electrical ...
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.... To connect the floppy drive 1. For example, the floppy drive is drive A, and the internal hard disk is assigned a drive letter by the operating system. Using Storage Devices Your OmniBook can access information in one or both PC card slots (if present). The upper slot is the first slot. • SCSI CD-ROM drives or hard drives (if present, as...
.... To connect the floppy drive 1. For example, the floppy drive is drive A, and the internal hard disk is assigned a drive letter by the operating system. Using Storage Devices Your OmniBook can access information in one or both PC card slots (if present). The upper slot is the first slot. • SCSI CD-ROM drives or hard drives (if present, as...
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... HP Financial Calculator, 45 -I /O addresses, 55 icon strip labels F1-F12, 14 printing, 15 icons (Status Panel), 18 identification, 34 indicators (Status Panel), 18 infrared port, 6, 60 Installation and Setup Guide, 4 installing floppy drive, 23 PC cards, 24 Instant On, 20 interrupts, 55 -K- hard disk drive C, 23 drive status, 18 repairing, 37 security, 34 swapping, 37 hard drive...
... HP Financial Calculator, 45 -I /O addresses, 55 icon strip labels F1-F12, 14 printing, 15 icons (Status Panel), 18 identification, 34 indicators (Status Panel), 18 infrared port, 6, 60 Installation and Setup Guide, 4 installing floppy drive, 23 PC cards, 24 Instant On, 20 interrupts, 55 -K- hard disk drive C, 23 drive status, 18 repairing, 37 security, 34 swapping, 37 hard drive...
HP OmniBook 800 - User Guide Windows 95
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...To clean up a disk 49 Restarting the OmniBook 50 Rebooting the OmniBook 50 To reboot normally (from drive C) 50 To reboot from a floppy disk 50 To reset the OmniBook 51 Upgrading the Hard Drive 51 To find the system software version and memory size 51 To replace the hard drive (drive C) 52 5 THE PERSONAL INFORMATION APPLICATIONS ...Book 60 To start Phone Book 60 To add a person to the list 60 To search for a person 61 Getting Answers from HP Financial Calculator 62 To start HP Calculator 62 To perform a math function on one number 62 To do simple arithmetic 63 3
...To clean up a disk 49 Restarting the OmniBook 50 Rebooting the OmniBook 50 To reboot normally (from drive C) 50 To reboot from a floppy disk 50 To reset the OmniBook 51 Upgrading the Hard Drive 51 To find the system software version and memory size 51 To replace the hard drive (drive C) 52 5 THE PERSONAL INFORMATION APPLICATIONS ...Book 60 To start Phone Book 60 To add a person to the list 60 To search for a person 61 Getting Answers from HP Financial Calculator 62 To start HP Calculator 62 To perform a math function on one number 62 To do simple arithmetic 63 3
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... adapter isn't connected. The most obvious of these is , reading or writing). The disk symbol shows whether the hard drive (drive C) is that save all open data. Automatic Turn-Off Your OmniBook has several weeks without saving the files you're working on and off by pressing FN+ESC.... Drive C 13 when your OmniBook has been idle for 3 minutes (the default duration, which you can turn off your desktop PC. Checking Status Information This sections discusses • The Status Panel. • The taskbar...
... adapter isn't connected. The most obvious of these is , reading or writing). The disk symbol shows whether the hard drive (drive C) is that save all open data. Automatic Turn-Off Your OmniBook has several weeks without saving the files you're working on and off by pressing FN+ESC.... Drive C 13 when your OmniBook has been idle for 3 minutes (the default duration, which you can turn off your desktop PC. Checking Status Information This sections discusses • The Status Panel. • The taskbar...
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.... For cautions and instructions on changing the hard drive, see "To replace the hard drive (drive C)". Using Disk Drives The small size and light weight of your data-storage capacity. (See "To insert a PC card".) • If you insert a double...Hard Disk Drive (Drive C) The hard disk (drive C) can be removed and replaced. If you choose the Custom option, you can change the individual time-out settings, such as the automatic turn off time. The OmniBook floppy drive contains one system drive for the upper slot (suppose it 's drive E), the drive for the hard disk (drive...
.... For cautions and instructions on changing the hard drive, see "To replace the hard drive (drive C)". Using Disk Drives The small size and light weight of your data-storage capacity. (See "To insert a PC card".) • If you insert a double...Hard Disk Drive (Drive C) The hard disk (drive C) can be removed and replaced. If you choose the Custom option, you can change the individual time-out settings, such as the automatic turn off time. The OmniBook floppy drive contains one system drive for the upper slot (suppose it 's drive E), the drive for the hard disk (drive...
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... configurations, docking messages (on/off), passwords, PC identification text, cache enabling, status panel enabling, and status panel settings (position, contents). • Input/Output: configuration of the Status Panel: battery status, keyboard status, and/or hard-drive status. • Open HP User Tools (click Start, HP User Tools). Click Start, Programs, OmniBook, MS-DOS Mode. 2. The mouse...
... configurations, docking messages (on/off), passwords, PC identification text, cache enabling, status panel enabling, and status panel settings (position, contents). • Input/Output: configuration of the Status Panel: battery status, keyboard status, and/or hard-drive status. • Open HP User Tools (click Start, HP User Tools). Click Start, Programs, OmniBook, MS-DOS Mode. 2. The mouse...