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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 obtaining system information and using setup utilities to identify and use tablet PC hardware features, including connectors for external devices, and provides settings and procedures 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 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 obtaining system information and using setup utilities to identify and use tablet PC hardware features, including connectors for external devices, and provides settings and procedures 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 help detect, solve, and prevent problems.
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...omissions contained herein. Microsoft and Windows are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is a trademark owned by Hewlett-...subject to change without notice. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by its proprietor. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Second Edition September 2005 First Edition March 2005 Document Part ...
...omissions contained herein. Microsoft and Windows are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is a trademark owned by Hewlett-...subject to change without notice. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by its proprietor. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Tablet PC Series Second Edition September 2005 First Edition March 2005 Document Part ...
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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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... is close to full charge capacity. Blinking amber: A battery pack that is on or the embedded numeric keypad is charging. If the tablet PC is not connected to an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in standby mode. 6 Wireless light* On... more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN device and/or Bluetooth® device, are fully charged. Hardware and Software Guide 1-2 Blinking green: The tablet PC is in the tablet PC are turned on. 7 Num lock light On: Num lock is on . Component ID Component Description 4 Battery light Amber:...
... is close to full charge capacity. Blinking amber: A battery pack that is on or the embedded numeric keypad is charging. If the tablet PC is not connected to an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in standby mode. 6 Wireless light* On... more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN device and/or Bluetooth® device, are fully charged. Hardware and Software Guide 1-2 Blinking green: The tablet PC is in the tablet PC are turned on. 7 Num lock light On: Num lock is on . Component ID Component Description 4 Battery light Amber:...
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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. Mutes or restores volume. Hardware and Software Guide 1-4 Decreases tablet PC sound. Increases 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. Mutes or restores volume. Hardware and Software Guide 1-4 Decreases tablet PC sound. Increases tablet PC sound.
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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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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 Display Components Component ID Component 1 Pen holder 2 Pen eject button 3 Rotating hinge Description Secures the pen to the tablet PC.
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... the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 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 minimized. Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals.... Å Exposure to the antennae should be not less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation is closed. Opens the tablet PC. Front Components Component ID Component ...
... the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 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 minimized. Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals.... Å Exposure to the antennae should be not less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation is closed. Opens the tablet PC. Front Components Component ID Component ...
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...projector. The extra 3 pins also enable an optional S-Video-to-composite adapter to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable. Connects a network cable. Is a 7-pin, dual-purpose jack. Hardware and Software Guide 1-10 It connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, ...camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card, with the tablet PC. and 2.0-compliant devices to be used with an optional, standard (4-pin)...
...projector. The extra 3 pins also enable an optional S-Video-to-composite adapter to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable. Connects a network cable. Is a 7-pin, dual-purpose jack. Hardware and Software Guide 1-10 It connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, ...camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card, with the tablet PC. and 2.0-compliant devices to be used with an optional, standard (4-pin)...
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...headphone) jack 2 Audio-in (microphone) jack 3 USB port 4 PC Card eject button 5 PC Card slot 6 Digital Media Slot Description Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 Connects USB 1.1- Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot. Accepts SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards.... that can be used without external power. Supports optional Type I, Type II, 32-bit (CardBus), or 16-bit PC Cards. 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...
...headphone) jack 2 Audio-in (microphone) jack 3 USB port 4 PC Card eject button 5 PC Card slot 6 Digital Media Slot Description Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 Connects USB 1.1- Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot. Accepts SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards.... that can be used without external power. Supports optional Type I, Type II, 32-bit (CardBus), or 16-bit PC Cards. 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...
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Enables airflow to act as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as deterrents. These deterrants may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-12 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.
Enables airflow to act as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as deterrents. These deterrants may block airflow. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-12 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.
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...stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be set up. Hardware and Software Guide 1-13 When the tablet PC is ■ Off, slide toward the front of the tablet PC and release to the "Power Options" section in Chapter 2, "Power." Component ID Component... wireless connection, a wireless network must already be used software solutions. Enables you to view a list of commonly used , slide toward the front of the tablet PC and hold for 4 seconds to turn on or off the tablet PC. or 2.0-compliant device to exit hibernation. For information ...
...stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be set up. Hardware and Software Guide 1-13 When the tablet PC is ■ Off, slide toward the front of the tablet PC and release to the "Power Options" section in Chapter 2, "Power." Component ID Component... wireless connection, a wireless network must already be used software solutions. Enables you to view a list of commonly used , slide toward the front of the tablet PC and hold for 4 seconds to turn on or off the tablet PC. or 2.0-compliant device to exit hibernation. For information ...
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Contains one expansion memory module slot. 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 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.
Contains one expansion memory module slot. 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 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.
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To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. Hardware and Software Guide 1-16 Wireless Antennae Component ID Component Description Antennae (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless device signals. Å...less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The radiated output power of the tablet PC. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. Nevertheless, the ...
To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to Radio Frequency Radiation. Hardware and Software Guide 1-16 Wireless Antennae Component ID Component Description Antennae (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless device signals. Å...less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. The radiated output power of the tablet PC. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. Nevertheless, the ...
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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. 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. Hardware and Software Guide 1-17
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. 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. Hardware and Software Guide 1-17
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When tapped on an external mouse. 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. 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.
When tapped on an external mouse. 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. 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...
.... 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...