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Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 415568-001 February 2006 This guide explains how to identify, access, and use the hardware and software features available on your notebook.
Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 415568-001 February 2006 This guide explains how to identify, access, and use the hardware and software features available on your notebook.
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... not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. SD Logo is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition: February 2006 Document Part Number: 415568-001 registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. © Copyright ...
... not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. SD Logo is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Hardware and Software Guide HP Compaq Notebook Series First Edition: February 2006 Document Part Number: 415568-001 registered trademarks of its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. © Copyright ...
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... Control and Light Locations 3-3 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Overviews 3-4 Standby 3-4 Hibernation 3-5 Leaving Your Work 3-6 Interference with Drive Media 3-6 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures 3-7 Turning the Notebook On or Off 3-7 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 3-8 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 3-9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 3-10 Power Preferences 3-11 Using Power Schemes 3-11...
... Control and Light Locations 3-3 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Overviews 3-4 Standby 3-4 Hibernation 3-5 Leaving Your Work 3-6 Interference with Drive Media 3-6 Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures 3-7 Turning the Notebook On or Off 3-7 Initiating or Resuming from Standby 3-8 Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation 3-9 Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures 3-10 Power Preferences 3-11 Using Power Schemes 3-11...
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... table describes default settings. Hardware Power Controls Component Description 1 Display switch* Turns off the display. 2 Power/standby button* When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate hibernation. ■ In standby, briefly press to resume from standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press to...
... table describes default settings. Hardware Power Controls Component Description 1 Display switch* Turns off the display. 2 Power/standby button* When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate hibernation. ■ In standby, briefly press to resume from standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press to...
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On: Volume is off. Off: Notebook is muted. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 On: Notebook is on . Lights Hardware Component 1 Caps lock light 2 Power/standby light* 3 Mute light Description On: Caps lock is turned on . Blinking: Notebook is in standby.
On: Volume is off. Off: Notebook is muted. (Continued) Hardware and Software Guide 1-5 On: Notebook is on . Lights Hardware Component 1 Caps lock light 2 Power/standby light* 3 Mute light Description On: Caps lock is turned on . Blinking: Notebook is in standby.
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the power/standby light on the front of the notebook is visible only when the notebook is open or closed. †For information about establishing a wireless connection, refer to Chapter 5, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." 1-6 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Component Description 4 ... turned on.† 5 Num lock light On: Num lock or the embedded numeric keypad is open ; The power/standby light on the top of the notebook is visible whether the notebook is on. *The notebook has 2 power/standby lights.
the power/standby light on the front of the notebook is visible only when the notebook is open or closed. †For information about establishing a wireless connection, refer to Chapter 5, "Wireless (Select Models Only)." 1-6 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Component Description 4 ... turned on.† 5 Num lock light On: Num lock or the embedded numeric keypad is open ; The power/standby light on the top of the notebook is visible whether the notebook is on. *The notebook has 2 power/standby lights.
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.... For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. The radiated output power of the notebook. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the...
.... For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from the outside of this device is minimized. The radiated output power of the notebook. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation, including when the...
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... light on the power/standby button and the power/standby light on . Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Off: Notebook is charging. The light on the front of the notebook display the same information. On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. ... pack has reached a low-battery condition. the power/standby light on the power/standby button is visible when the notebook is open or closed. Blinking: Notebook is in standby. Front Components Lights Hardware Component Description 1 Power/standby light* 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light...
... light on the power/standby button and the power/standby light on . Hardware and Software Guide 1-9 Off: Notebook is charging. The light on the front of the notebook display the same information. On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. ... pack has reached a low-battery condition. the power/standby light on the power/standby button is visible when the notebook is open or closed. Blinking: Notebook is in standby. Front Components Lights Hardware Component Description 1 Power/standby light* 2 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light...
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Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. 1-10 Hardware and Software Guide Opens the notebook. Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Component 1 Stereo speakers (2) 2 Display release button 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Produce stereo sound.
Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. 1-10 Hardware and Software Guide Opens the notebook. Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Hardware Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button Component 1 Stereo speakers (2) 2 Display release button 3 Audio-in (microphone) jack 4 Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Produce stereo sound.
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Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 This and all other vents are visible on the left side of the notebook. One vent is also visible on the bottom of the notebook. Rear Components Hardware Component Description Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to block airflow. *The notebook has 4 vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents.
Hardware and Software Guide 1-11 This and all other vents are visible on the left side of the notebook. One vent is also visible on the bottom of the notebook. Rear Components Hardware Component Description Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to block airflow. *The notebook has 4 vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents.
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... Component Description 1 Power connector Connects the AC adapter cable. 2 Monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor or projector. 3 Expansion port 2 (select models only) Connects the notebook to an optional docking device. 4 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects an optional network cable. 5 RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects the modem cable. 6 USB port‡...
... Component Description 1 Power connector Connects the AC adapter cable. 2 Monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor or projector. 3 Expansion port 2 (select models only) Connects the notebook to an optional docking device. 4 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects an optional network cable. 5 RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects the modem cable. 6 USB port‡...
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on the notebook model)* 2 Digital Media Slot (select models only) Supports an optional digital memory card.† 3 1394 port (select models only) Connects an optional 1394a device such as a scanner, a digital camera, or a digital camcorder. 4 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) On: An optional digital memory card is being accessed. 5 Optical drive‡ Supports an optical disc. (Continued) 1-14 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Right-Side Components Component Description 1 USB ports (1 or 2 depending Connect optional USB devices.
on the notebook model)* 2 Digital Media Slot (select models only) Supports an optional digital memory card.† 3 1394 port (select models only) Connects an optional 1394a device such as a scanner, a digital camera, or a digital camcorder. 4 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) On: An optional digital memory card is being accessed. 5 Optical drive‡ Supports an optical disc. (Continued) 1-14 Hardware and Software Guide Hardware Right-Side Components Component Description 1 USB ports (1 or 2 depending Connect optional USB devices.
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...ROM drive, a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, or a DVD+R/RW and CD-RW Combo Drive-varies by notebook model. Hardware and Software Guide 1-15 Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä Security solutions are designed to act as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture... card. The other USB port is on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. Hardware Component 6 S-Video-out...
...ROM drive, a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, or a DVD+R/RW and CD-RW Combo Drive-varies by notebook model. Hardware and Software Guide 1-15 Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä Security solutions are designed to act as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture... card. The other USB port is on the model, the notebook has 2 or 3 USB ports. Hardware Component 6 S-Video-out...
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... 2 memory slots that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you install an unauthorized device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. The number of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your...
... 2 memory slots that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you install an unauthorized device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. The number of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your...
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Holds the internal hard drive. *Battery packs vary by model. †The notebook has 4 vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to cool internal components. 4 ...Hard drive bay Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. One vent is also visible on the rear of the notebook. Releases a battery pack from the battery bay.* Provide airflow to block airflow. Hardware and Software Guide 1-17 Bays, Battery Latch and Vents Hardware Component 1 Battery...
Holds the internal hard drive. *Battery packs vary by model. †The notebook has 4 vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to cool internal components. 4 ...Hard drive bay Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. One vent is also visible on the rear of the notebook. Releases a battery pack from the battery bay.* Provide airflow to block airflow. Hardware and Software Guide 1-17 Bays, Battery Latch and Vents Hardware Component 1 Battery...
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..., and the optional hardware you purchased. Hardware Additional Components Hardware The components included with most notebook models. Component Description 1 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 4 Modem ...
..., and the optional hardware you purchased. Hardware Additional Components Hardware The components included with most notebook models. Component Description 1 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 2 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 3 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 4 Modem ...
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... modem has been approved for use is affixed to the inside of the memory compartment cover. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth® device. Hardware and Software Guide 1-19 Wireless certification labels...some of Authenticity-Contains the Microsoft® Windows® Product Key. If your notebook. You may need this information when traveling internationally. Hardware Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you may need when you contact Customer Care. The Service Tag label...
... modem has been approved for use is affixed to the inside of the memory compartment cover. ■ Wireless certification labels-Some notebook models include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth® device. Hardware and Software Guide 1-19 Wireless certification labels...some of Authenticity-Contains the Microsoft® Windows® Product Key. If your notebook. You may need this information when traveling internationally. Hardware Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you may need when you contact Customer Care. The Service Tag label...
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... your finger from the TouchPad and then placing it on the scrolling region will not activate the scrolling region.) The TouchPad is enabled when the notebook is turned on.
... your finger from the TouchPad and then placing it on the scrolling region will not activate the scrolling region.) The TouchPad is enabled when the notebook is turned on.
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... additional TouchPad preferences. » To access the TouchPad Properties window, use the TouchPad to Windows XP classic view, select Start > Help and Support > Customizing your notebook documentation describe Microsoft Windows XP procedures based on the default Windows XP category view. These buttons are set by default for right-handed or left...
... additional TouchPad preferences. » To access the TouchPad Properties window, use the TouchPad to Windows XP classic view, select Start > Help and Support > Customizing your notebook documentation describe Microsoft Windows XP procedures based on the default Windows XP category view. These buttons are set by default for right-handed or left...
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... of the hotkey command, and then release both keys at the same time. Using Hotkeys on an External Keyboard To use a hotkey command on the notebook keyboard, use the fn+f5 command on an external keyboard, press scroll lock+scroll lock+f5. For example, to use either of the following procedures...
... of the hotkey command, and then release both keys at the same time. Using Hotkeys on an External Keyboard To use a hotkey command on the notebook keyboard, use the fn+f5 command on an external keyboard, press scroll lock+scroll lock+f5. For example, to use either of the following procedures...