Page 3 - Contents; Hardware and Software Setup
Startup Guide iii Contents 1 Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5 Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6Selecting Region...
Page 4 - Notebook Features
iv Startup Guide Contents 3 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5Left Side C...
Page 5 - Hardware and Software Setup; Setting Up the Hardware
Startup Guide 1–1 1 Hardware and Software Setup Å WARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding applications at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block...
Page 9 - Setting Up the Software
Hardware and Software Setup Startup Guide 1–5 After the notebook powers on: ■ The power/standby light turns on. (See “Lights” later in this guide for more information.) ■ The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and the battery light turns on. (The battery light remains on while the bat...
Page 10 - Installing Optional Software
1–6 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup ■ Preloaded software applications are included with the notebook but must be installed through the Software Setup utility. Preinstalled software applications have already been installed on the notebook and require no further installation procedures. ■ Th...
Page 11 - Selecting Regional Settings
Hardware and Software Setup Startup Guide 1–7 ✎ To view the descriptions and space requirements of preloaded HP utilities without installing them: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software Setup. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software Setup. After viewing the...
Page 12 - Selecting Screen Settings; Setting Up Wireless LAN; Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows 2000
1–8 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup Selecting Screen Settings If you would like to see more items on your screen or to see the items on your screen displayed larger, change the screen resolution setting in your operating system. To access the screen resolution settings: ■ In Windows 2000, ...
Page 13 - Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows XP
Hardware and Software Setup Startup Guide 1–9 Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows XP An automatic wireless network configuration utility is available on notebooks with Windows XP. This utility is enabled by default. However, if your notebook is equipped with an HP-installed WLAN device, you may ...
Page 14 - Setting Up Bluetooth
1–10 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup 3. On the Wireless Networks tab, clear the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box. 4. Select OK. The Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility is disabled until you enable it again. For additional information abou...
Page 15 - Safeguarding the Notebook; Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses; Using the Notebook Safely
Hardware and Software Setup Startup Guide 1–11 Safeguarding the Notebook Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, your applications, or you...
Page 16 - Regulatory and Safety Information
1–12 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup Regulatory and Safety Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Sa...
Page 17 - and Updates; CD
Startup Guide 2–1 2 Additional Information, Help, and Updates Using the Documentation Library CD Included with the notebook is the Documentation Library CD, which contains detailed information and instructions for using your notebook. Documents on the Documentation Library CD include: ■ Hardware Gui...
Page 19 - Getting Help
Additional Information, Help, and Updates Startup Guide 2–3 Getting Help If you cannot solve a notebook problem by using this guide or the supplementary information on the Documentation Library CD (including the Troubleshooting guide), you may need to contact HP. Using the Help and Support Center in...
Page 20 - Contacting Technical Support
2–4 Startup Guide Additional Information, Help, and Updates ■ Protect your notebook files by using security and privacy features such as antivirus software. ■ Undo changes to your notebook with System Restore. ■ Improve the performance of your hard drive and battery pack. ■ Download the latest drive...
Page 23 - Notebook Features; Pointing Device Components
Startup Guide 3–1 3 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components Component Description 1 Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. 2 Left and right pointing stick buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. 3 TouchPad Moves the pointer ...
Page 24 - Top Components
3–2 Startup Guide Notebook Features Top Components Component Description 1 Quick Launch buttons (3) Enable you to access common functions with a single keystroke. ■ QuickLock button (left)—Disables the keyboard and pointing device and clears the display. ■ Wireless On/Off button (middle)—Enables and...
Page 27 - Lights
Notebook Features Startup Guide 3–5 Lights Component Description 1 Num lock On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. 2 Caps lock On: Caps lock is on. 3 Scroll lock On: Scroll lock is on. 4 Wireless On/Off On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled. (Continued) 333953-001...
Page 29 - Left Side Components
Notebook Features Startup Guide 3–7 Left Side Components Component Description 1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Ä The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen. 2 Exhaus...
Page 31 - Right Side Components
Notebook Features Startup Guide 3–9 Right Side Components Component Description 1 PC Card eject buttons (2) Eject an optional PC Card or Smart Card (if a Smart Card Reader is installed) from the top or bottom PC Card slot. 2 PC Card slots (2) Support optional Type I, Type II, or Type III 32-bit (Car...
Page 33 - Front View Components
Notebook Features Startup Guide 3–11 Front View Components Component Description 1 Speakers (2) Produce system sound. 2 Display release latch Opens the notebook. 3 Mute button Mutes the system volume. The button lights up when volume is muted. 4 Volume control buttons Increase and decrease system vo...
Page 34 - Rear Panel Components
3–12 Startup Guide Notebook Features Rear Panel Components Component Description 1 USB connector Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable. 2 Self-powered USB connector Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable...
Page 36 - Bottom Components
3–14 Startup Guide Notebook Features Bottom Components Component Description 1 Intake Vent Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing may block airflow. 2 Docki...
Page 38 - Labels
3–16 Startup Guide Notebook Features Labels Label Description 1 Bluetooth label Provides regulatory information about the Bluetooth device that is available on some notebook models. ✎ You will need this information to use the Bluetooth device while traveling internationally. Bluetooth is not support...
Page 40 - Index
Startup Guide Index–1 Index 1394 connector 3–12 A AC adapter 1–3 , 3–12 AC power 1–12 Adobe Acrobat Reader 2–2 Aircraft Power Adapter 3–12 antivirus software 1–11 applications key 3–4 AT command set 2–2 audio line-out jack 3–10 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger 3–12 Autorun 2–2 B battery pack battery...
