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Reference Guide 1-5 Getting Started Identifying the Wireless Accessories Component Description 1 Wireless Keyboard Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. 2 Batteries Batteries that are inserted in the wireless keyboard and mouse. 3 Receiver Allows connection between the Expansion Base and the wireless keyboard or mouse. 4 Wireless Mouse Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. ✎ The wireless accessories may be included with the Expansion Base.
Reference Guide 1-5 Getting Started Identifying the Wireless Accessories Component Description 1 Wireless Keyboard Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. 2 Batteries Batteries that are inserted in the wireless keyboard and mouse. 3 Receiver Allows connection between the Expansion Base and the wireless keyboard or mouse. 4 Wireless Mouse Connects to the Expansion Base without a cable. ✎ The wireless accessories may be included with the Expansion Base.
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...use the Expansion Base with HP or Compaq notebooks running Microsoft Windows XP. ■ Power-For best performance, use the Expansion Base while connected to and removing it to electrical power. This allows the notebook battery to remain charged while the notebook is connected to the Expansion... to the system, first connect the notebook to the Expansion Base, then turn the notebook on. ■ External Devices-When the notebook is connected to the Expansion Base. ■ Connecting and Removing ❏ The notebook can be powered on the notebook. 3-2 Reference Guide The blue indicator ...
...use the Expansion Base with HP or Compaq notebooks running Microsoft Windows XP. ■ Power-For best performance, use the Expansion Base while connected to and removing it to electrical power. This allows the notebook battery to remain charged while the notebook is connected to the Expansion... to the system, first connect the notebook to the Expansion Base, then turn the notebook on. ■ External Devices-When the notebook is connected to the Expansion Base. ■ Connecting and Removing ❏ The notebook can be powered on the notebook. 3-2 Reference Guide The blue indicator ...
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Inserting the batteries into the battery slot 2. 3. Replace the battery cover 3. Turn the wireless keyboard upside down to the HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Quick Setup poster. 1. Using the Expansion Base Using the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse ✎ For more information, refer to locate the battery cover 1. 2. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the wireless keyboard Reference Guide 3-3
Inserting the batteries into the battery slot 2. 3. Replace the battery cover 3. Turn the wireless keyboard upside down to the HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Quick Setup poster. 1. Using the Expansion Base Using the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse ✎ For more information, refer to locate the battery cover 1. 2. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the wireless keyboard Reference Guide 3-3
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Using the Expansion Base 4. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the wireless mouse 3-4 Reference Guide Replace the battery cover 2. Turn the mouse upside down to locate the battery cover. 5. Inserting the batteries into the mouse 1. 6.
Using the Expansion Base 4. Remove the battery cover, then insert the batteries into the wireless mouse 3-4 Reference Guide Replace the battery cover 2. Turn the mouse upside down to locate the battery cover. 5. Inserting the batteries into the mouse 1. 6.
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...The keyboard or mouse has no volume. The Expansion Base is not plugged into AC power. The notebook is not keyboard or mouse plugged into a USB port. little or no battery power. Connect the expansion cable to the expansion connector on the Expansion Base is not connected to ...the expansion connector. USB port. Make sure that the batteries are functional. The notebook is set too low. The speakers have not been synchronized. Plug the receiver into an available does not work. Refer to ...
...The keyboard or mouse has no volume. The Expansion Base is not plugged into AC power. The notebook is not keyboard or mouse plugged into a USB port. little or no battery power. Connect the expansion cable to the expansion connector on the Expansion Base is not connected to ...the expansion connector. USB port. Make sure that the batteries are functional. The notebook is set too low. The speakers have not been synchronized. Plug the receiver into an available does not work. Refer to ...
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Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so that the battery can begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. (Refer to the next section for the first time, you need the notebook, the power cord 1, the AC adapter 2, and the battery pack 3. Startup Setting Up the Hardware To set up the notebook for details.) Identifying the AC adapter, the power cord, and the battery pack (Power cords vary by region and country.) 1-2 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1
Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so that the battery can begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. (Refer to the next section for the first time, you need the notebook, the power cord 1, the AC adapter 2, and the battery pack 3. Startup Setting Up the Hardware To set up the notebook for details.) Identifying the AC adapter, the power cord, and the battery pack (Power cords vary by region and country.) 1-2 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1
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Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on a flat surface. 2. Tilt the battery pack downward until the notebook has been connected to external power. Inserting a battery pack Ä CAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to components, do not remove the battery pack until it snaps into the battery bay: 1. Startup Inserting a Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into place. Turn the notebook upside down on the notebook. 3. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-3
Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on a flat surface. 2. Tilt the battery pack downward until the notebook has been connected to external power. Inserting a battery pack Ä CAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to components, do not remove the battery pack until it snaps into the battery bay: 1. Startup Inserting a Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into place. Turn the notebook upside down on the notebook. 3. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-3
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Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, and then into the power connector 1. 2. Startup Connecting the Notebook to External Power To connect the notebook to external power Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-5 Connecting the notebook to external power: 1. As soon as the notebook is connected to external power, the battery light turns on, and the battery pack begins to charge. Plug the AC adapter cable into an electrical outlet 3.
Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, and then into the power connector 1. 2. Startup Connecting the Notebook to External Power To connect the notebook to external power Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-5 Connecting the notebook to external power: 1. As soon as the notebook is connected to external power, the battery light turns on, and the battery pack begins to charge. Plug the AC adapter cable into an electrical outlet 3.
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A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light turns off. The battery light is on while the battery pack is indicated by the battery light. HP recommends that you leave the notebook connected to external power. Identifying the battery light 1-6 Startup and...
A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light turns off. The battery light is on while the battery pack is indicated by the battery light. HP recommends that you leave the notebook connected to external power. Identifying the battery light 1-6 Startup and...
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... sure that the outlet is providing power. (To confirm that the battery pack is providing power, plug another device into the outlet.) ■ If you are prompted to contact an HP Customer Care Center. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-7 When the notebook turns on, the power/standby button lights up, the power/standby...
... sure that the outlet is providing power. (To confirm that the battery pack is providing power, plug another device into the outlet.) ■ If you are prompted to contact an HP Customer Care Center. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1 1-7 When the notebook turns on, the power/standby button lights up, the power/standby...
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... repair of software and hardware security measures can potentially disable the notebook operating system, software applications, and personal files. Protecting Your Notebook When you use your notebook to access a network or the Internet, you expose the notebook to "Replacing a Battery Pack" in the order below: ■ Press ctrl+alt+... drop-down list. ■ Press and hold down the power/standby button for at least 4 seconds. ■ Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack. Using a combination of these occurrences. 1-10 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1
... repair of software and hardware security measures can potentially disable the notebook operating system, software applications, and personal files. Protecting Your Notebook When you use your notebook to access a network or the Internet, you expose the notebook to "Replacing a Battery Pack" in the order below: ■ Press ctrl+alt+... drop-down list. ■ Press and hold down the power/standby button for at least 4 seconds. ■ Unplug the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack. Using a combination of these occurrences. 1-10 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 1
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... that may be caused by unplugging the power cord from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin. For more information, refer to the Regulatory and Safety...
... that may be caused by unplugging the power cord from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin. For more information, refer to the Regulatory and Safety...
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2 System Components Contents Top 2-2 TouchPad 2-2 Keys 2-3 Power Controls 2-4 Lights 2-5 Audio Buttons 2-6 Front 2-7 Rear 2-8 Connectors and Jacks 2-8 Vents 2-9 Left Side 2-10 Connectors and Jacks 2-10 Vents 2-11 Right Side 2-12 Bottom 2-13 Bays and Memory Compartment 2-13 Vents 2-14 Labels 2-15 Additional Standard Components 2-16 Cables and Cord 2-16 Adapters and Battery Pack 2-17 Restoration and Documentation CDs 2-18 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-1
2 System Components Contents Top 2-2 TouchPad 2-2 Keys 2-3 Power Controls 2-4 Lights 2-5 Audio Buttons 2-6 Front 2-7 Rear 2-8 Connectors and Jacks 2-8 Vents 2-9 Left Side 2-10 Connectors and Jacks 2-10 Vents 2-11 Right Side 2-12 Bottom 2-13 Bays and Memory Compartment 2-13 Vents 2-14 Labels 2-15 Additional Standard Components 2-16 Cables and Cord 2-16 Adapters and Battery Pack 2-17 Restoration and Documentation CDs 2-18 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-1
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Blinking: Notebook is turned on. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-7 On: Notebook is in Standby. Blinking: A battery pack is receiving AC power. On: The notebook is malfunctioning and may need to be replaced. On: The internal hard drive is receiving battery power. On: The notebook is being accessed. Front System Components Component 1 Display release latch 2 Stereo speakers (2) 3 Power/standby light 4 Battery light 5 AC power light 6 Hard drive activity light Description Opens the notebook. Produce stereo sound.
Blinking: Notebook is turned on. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-7 On: Notebook is in Standby. Blinking: A battery pack is receiving AC power. On: The notebook is malfunctioning and may need to be replaced. On: The internal hard drive is receiving battery power. On: The notebook is being accessed. Front System Components Component 1 Display release latch 2 Stereo speakers (2) 3 Power/standby light 4 Battery light 5 AC power light 6 Hard drive activity light Description Opens the notebook. Produce stereo sound.
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Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-13 Holds a battery pack. Depending on the model, when the notebook is shipped either one or both memory slots may be filled with a replaceable memory module. Holds the internal hard drive. Contains 2 memory slots. System Components Bottom Bays and Memory Compartment Component 1 Battery pack release latch 2 Memory compartment 3 Hard drive bay 4 Battery bay Description Releases a battery pack from the battery bay.
Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-13 Holds a battery pack. Depending on the model, when the notebook is shipped either one or both memory slots may be filled with a replaceable memory module. Holds the internal hard drive. Contains 2 memory slots. System Components Bottom Bays and Memory Compartment Component 1 Battery pack release latch 2 Memory compartment 3 Hard drive bay 4 Battery bay Description Releases a battery pack from the battery bay.
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Adapters and Battery Pack System Components Component Description 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. 3 Japan-specific outlet adapter Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong (Japan only) electrical outlet. 4 Battery pack Runs the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-17
Adapters and Battery Pack System Components Component Description 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. 3 Japan-specific outlet adapter Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong (Japan only) electrical outlet. 4 Battery pack Runs the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 2-17
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... Infrared or Drive Media 4-7 Using Default Power Settings 4-7 Identifying Power Controls and Indicators 4-8 Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off 4-9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 4-10 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 4-11 Initiating...Battery and External Power. . . 4-17 Charging a Battery Pack 4-17 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 4-18 Managing Low-Battery Conditions 4-18 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions 4-19 Calibrating a Battery Pack 4-20 Storing a Battery Pack 4-23 Battery Conservation Settings 4-24 Replacing a Battery Pack 4-25 Disposing of a Used Battery...
... Infrared or Drive Media 4-7 Using Default Power Settings 4-7 Identifying Power Controls and Indicators 4-8 Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off 4-9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 4-10 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 4-11 Initiating...Battery and External Power. . . 4-17 Charging a Battery Pack 4-17 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 4-18 Managing Low-Battery Conditions 4-18 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions 4-19 Calibrating a Battery Pack 4-20 Storing a Battery Pack 4-23 Battery Conservation Settings 4-24 Replacing a Battery Pack 4-25 Disposing of a Used Battery...
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... ■ Charged battery pack in the notebook ■ External power supplied through the following table describes the best power source for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. The following devices: ❐ AC adapter ❐ Optional HP Notebook Expansion Base External power supplied through: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional HP Notebook Expansion Base External...
... ■ Charged battery pack in the notebook ■ External power supplied through the following table describes the best power source for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. The following devices: ❐ AC adapter ❐ Optional HP Notebook Expansion Base External power supplied through: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional HP Notebook Expansion Base External...
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...light blinks. When Standby is initiated, your work before initiating Standby is not usually necessary, but it is a recommended precaution. ■ When the notebook is in use. When you resume from Standby through TouchPad movement. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 4-3 Standby Standby reduces power to system components that..., Hibernation, and shutdown and explains when to the screen where you or by you left off. Ä CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your work is saved in random access memory (RAM) and the screen is cleared. ■ Saving your...
...light blinks. When Standby is initiated, your work before initiating Standby is not usually necessary, but it is a recommended precaution. ■ When the notebook is in use. When you resume from Standby through TouchPad movement. Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 4-3 Standby Standby reduces power to system components that..., Hibernation, and shutdown and explains when to the screen where you or by you left off. Ä CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your work is saved in random access memory (RAM) and the screen is cleared. ■ Saving your...
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... enabled by default but can be possible to restore from Hibernation when power is disabled and the notebook reaches a critical low-battery condition, the system does not automatically save your system memory. 4-4 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 Hibernation is in Hibernation: ■ Do not ... drive. ■ Do not connect or disconnect external devices. ■ Do not insert or remove a CD or DVD. ■ Do not insert a PC Card, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, Smart Media Card, or MultiMediaCard. Unsaved data will be lost. When possible, save your work returns to the screen...
... enabled by default but can be possible to restore from Hibernation when power is disabled and the notebook reaches a critical low-battery condition, the system does not automatically save your system memory. 4-4 Startup and Reference Guide-Part 2 Hibernation is in Hibernation: ■ Do not ... drive. ■ Do not connect or disconnect external devices. ■ Do not insert or remove a CD or DVD. ■ Do not insert a PC Card, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick, Smart Media Card, or MultiMediaCard. Unsaved data will be lost. When possible, save your work returns to the screen...