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Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... jacks (left to right): external microphone, audio out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 1-3 PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... jacks (left to right): external microphone, audio out (headphones) e Volume control r Audio mute button and audio mute light t Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 1-3 PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only;
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...off) ■ Blinking-notebook is in Standby ■ Off-notebook is off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the ...battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is...
...off) ■ Blinking-notebook is in Standby ■ Off-notebook is off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the ...battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is...
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... they can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Rechargeable battery packs must be recycled or disposed of battery packs in until it latches. Turn the notebook upside down. 2. To install the battery pack: 1. Getting Started with the product. Step 1: Insert the Battery Pack Å WARNING: Do not ...and work habits for the first time, you will connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack, turn on the Documentation CD that is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the notebook, and run the Microsoft® Windows® Setup program....
... they can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Rechargeable battery packs must be recycled or disposed of battery packs in until it latches. Turn the notebook upside down. 2. To install the battery pack: 1. Getting Started with the product. Step 1: Insert the Battery Pack Å WARNING: Do not ...and work habits for the first time, you will connect the AC adapter, charge the battery pack, turn on the Documentation CD that is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo and on the hard drive or on the notebook, and run the Microsoft® Windows® Setup program....
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... pack is charging, you can continue with your warranty. 1. Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter, cause data loss, and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. The notebook battery starts charging. ✎ When unplugging the power cord, unplug it...
... pack is charging, you can continue with your warranty. 1. Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter, cause data loss, and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet. The notebook battery starts charging. ✎ When unplugging the power cord, unplug it...
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... and Windows starts automatically. ✎ If your lap for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your notebook does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery ...pack may be out of the keyboard. Charge times will vary. Å WARNING: This notebook is normal for extended periods. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. Plug in for Safety of increased power consumption, it is designed to run...
... and Windows starts automatically. ✎ If your lap for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your notebook does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery ...pack may be out of the keyboard. Charge times will vary. Å WARNING: This notebook is normal for extended periods. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. Plug in for Safety of increased power consumption, it is designed to run...
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...+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive, you must install your DVD burning software from the CDs included with your notebook is connected to DVD media. Follow the instructions that the AC adapter is equipped with a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, it also includes CD software that lets you can write to... the notebook and an AC electrical outlet. ■ Close and exit all other software applications, except the CD burning software (when ...
...+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive, you must install your DVD burning software from the CDs included with your notebook is connected to DVD media. Follow the instructions that the AC adapter is equipped with a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, it also includes CD software that lets you can write to... the notebook and an AC electrical outlet. ■ Close and exit all other software applications, except the CD burning software (when ...
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...after the display is in Windows. The notebook can also enter Hibernation if battery power reaches a critically low level. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery pack, then shut the notebook off and restart it. 3-2 Reference ...Guide Begin using the notebook, and the hard drive turns on. session. Ä CAUTION: Make a habit...
...after the display is in Windows. The notebook can also enter Hibernation if battery power reaches a critically low level. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery pack, then shut the notebook off and restart it. 3-2 Reference ...Guide Begin using the notebook, and the hard drive turns on. session. Ä CAUTION: Make a habit...
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... into Hibernation. To Respond to a critically low level. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. After the notebook enters Hibernation in the AC adapter, you can continue to see the battery status. Remove the battery pack from the notebook. The Alarms and Advanced tabs provide additional power information options. Press the...
... into Hibernation. To Respond to a critically low level. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. After the notebook enters Hibernation in the AC adapter, you can continue to see the battery status. Remove the battery pack from the notebook. The Alarms and Advanced tabs provide additional power information options. Press the...
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... CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to make your notebook has a multispeed processor, use the lower speed on the notebook model, power management settings, and level of use. To Get the Most ...default settings conserve battery power). The notebook is normally warm when plugged into the notebook. The operating time for a short while. ■ Put the notebook in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery pack could overheat. » Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. If you will not be...
... CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. ■ Set the display brightness to make your notebook has a multispeed processor, use the lower speed on the notebook model, power management settings, and level of use. To Get the Most ...default settings conserve battery power). The notebook is normally warm when plugged into the notebook. The operating time for a short while. ■ Put the notebook in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery pack could overheat. » Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. If you will not be...
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...function when you are inactive. ■ If you work with an application that has been stored for one , rotate them. ■ Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in a cool, dry location. ■ To maintain the accuracy of battery charge displays, calibrate a battery pack that uses the serial... port or a PC Card, exit the application when you finish using it. Some PC Cards use . ■ If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than one month or more before using it. ■ ...
...function when you are inactive. ■ If you work with an application that has been stored for one , rotate them. ■ Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in a cool, dry location. ■ To maintain the accuracy of battery charge displays, calibrate a battery pack that uses the serial... port or a PC Card, exit the application when you finish using it. Some PC Cards use . ■ If the notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than one month or more before using it. ■ ...
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...> Turn Off. 2. Reference Guide 5-9 You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Ä CAUTION: The internal components of the notebook. 1. To Install a RAM Expansion Module Use only PC2100 DDR-266 MHz or higher RAM. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws ...Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM (Memory) The notebook has 2 slots that hold 2 RAM modules. At least 1 slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by its edges. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. ...
...> Turn Off. 2. Reference Guide 5-9 You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Ä CAUTION: The internal components of the notebook. 1. To Install a RAM Expansion Module Use only PC2100 DDR-266 MHz or higher RAM. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws ...Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM (Memory) The notebook has 2 slots that hold 2 RAM modules. At least 1 slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by its edges. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. ...
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... is fully inserted. Handle the RAM module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by its edges. Turn the...
... is fully inserted. Handle the RAM module only by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of the notebook. 1. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. 2. Unplug the AC adapter, if present, then remove the battery pack. 3. Before installing the memory module, discharge static electricity by its edges. Turn the...
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... the unit bottom side up. 4. Use a pointed tool to the following illustration. 5. Match your notebook to remove the plugs from the 2 or 3 screw holes, then remove the screws. Gently pull ...the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. The number of the notebook. 6. Remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Drive To Replace the Hard Drive You will need a ..., you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. 5-12 Reference Guide Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2.
... the unit bottom side up. 4. Use a pointed tool to the following illustration. 5. Match your notebook to remove the plugs from the 2 or 3 screw holes, then remove the screws. Gently pull ...the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure the connector seats properly. 7. The number of the notebook. 6. Remove the battery pack. 3. Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Drive To Replace the Hard Drive You will need a ..., you should create a Utility partition on the drive before loading any software. 5-12 Reference Guide Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2.
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... Disk Makes a Buzzing or Whining Noise ■ See whether the noise is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the notebook. ■ Remove and reinsert the hard drive. Troubleshooting If the Screen Is Difficult to Read ■ Try setting the display resolution to the optional ...Try adjusting the size of 1024 × 768 or higher, depending on your model. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. ■ Back up the drive immediately. Reference Guide 6-5 If an External Display Does Not Work...
... Disk Makes a Buzzing or Whining Noise ■ See whether the noise is fully plugged into a power source and into the back of the notebook. ■ Remove and reinsert the hard drive. Troubleshooting If the Screen Is Difficult to Read ■ Try setting the display resolution to the optional ...Try adjusting the size of 1024 × 768 or higher, depending on your model. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, and make sure it is coming from elsewhere, such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. ■ Back up the drive immediately. Reference Guide 6-5 If an External Display Does Not Work...
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...switch display devices while graphic-intensive applications are running . Power and Battery Pack Problems If the Notebook Turns Off Immediately After It Turns On Battery power is on. Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery pack or plug...■ Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into Standby while such applications are running . Then press the power button to turn off or putting it into the power source and the notebook, and that is low. If the Notebook Keeps Beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a...
...switch display devices while graphic-intensive applications are running . Power and Battery Pack Problems If the Notebook Turns Off Immediately After It Turns On Battery power is on. Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery pack or plug...■ Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into Standby while such applications are running . Then press the power button to turn off or putting it into the power source and the notebook, and that is low. If the Notebook Keeps Beeping The notebook beeps repeatedly or displays a...
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...power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery pack to replace the battery pack. ■ Heavy modem use can impact battery-operating time. ■ PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. ■ Move the notebook away from the power strip and plug it ...will not charge properly. ■ If available, try another battery pack and AC adapter. Do not use can impact battery-operating time. ...
...power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery pack to replace the battery pack. ■ Heavy modem use can impact battery-operating time. ■ PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. ■ Move the notebook away from the power strip and plug it ...will not charge properly. ■ If available, try another battery pack and AC adapter. Do not use can impact battery-operating time. ...
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... Not Respond When You Turn It On ■ Connect the AC adapter. ■ Reset the notebook by removing it on. ■ If the notebook still does not respond, remove the battery pack and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Then plug in Control Panel. The lights show ... If the USB Port Is Not Working ■ Contact the vendor of the battery pack. If the Notebook Will Not Boot from Battery Power ■ Make sure the battery pack is secure. ■ Check the port settings in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using the reset button.
... Not Respond When You Turn It On ■ Connect the AC adapter. ■ Reset the notebook by removing it on. ■ If the notebook still does not respond, remove the battery pack and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Then plug in Control Panel. The lights show ... If the USB Port Is Not Working ■ Contact the vendor of the battery pack. If the Notebook Will Not Boot from Battery Power ■ Make sure the battery pack is secure. ■ Check the port settings in the AC adapter again, and reset the notebook using the reset button.
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Index 1394 port connecting 5-7 location 1-3 A AC adapter connecting 1-8 jack location 1-3 adjusting brightness 2-6 monitor resolution 5-5 volume 2-6 ALT GR key 2-9 alternate graphics (ALT GR) 2-9 antivirus software 2-14 AT commands 4-4 audio adjusting volume 2-6 device connection 5-3 ...
Index 1394 port connecting 5-7 location 1-3 A AC adapter connecting 1-8 jack location 1-3 adjusting brightness 2-6 monitor resolution 5-5 volume 2-6 ALT GR key 2-9 alternate graphics (ALT GR) 2-9 antivirus software 2-14 AT commands 4-4 audio adjusting volume 2-6 device connection 5-3 ...
HP Compaq nx9020, nx9030 and nx9040 Notebook PCs- Startup Guide
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Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device (select models only) 7 External monitor port 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable - PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only; location varies by model) q IEEE 1394 port (select models only) w Audio jacks (left to right): external...
Getting Started with Your Notebook Left Panel and Back Panel Components 1 AC adapter jack 2 Universal serial bus (USB) ports 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 4 S-Video out jack (select models only) 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a ... mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device (select models only) 7 External monitor port 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable - PC Card and CardBus slot and button (select models only; location varies by model) q IEEE 1394 port (select models only) w Audio jacks (left to right): external...
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... off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is missing...
... off or in Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status ■ Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is fully charged ■ Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is charging ■ Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery pack is missing...