HP PP2080 User manual

Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–1
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Hardware
Contents
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Keys and Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Audio Buttons and Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Connectors and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10
Left Side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11
Right Side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13
Bays and Memory Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13
Docking Connector and 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
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Display
Display
Display release latch Opens the notebook.
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Top
TouchPad
Top: TouchPad
1TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.
2TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or
activates items on the screen.
3TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled.
4TouchPad scroll zones (2)* Scroll upward or downward.
5Left and right TouchPad buttons* Function like the left and right
buttons on an external mouse.
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the
functions of TouchPad features, see “Setting TouchPad Preferences” in
Chapter 3.
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Keys and Antenna
Top: Keys and Antenna
1Fn key Combines with other keys to perform
system tasks. For example, pressing
Fn+F7 increases screen brightness.
2Function keys (12) Perform system and application tasks.
When combined with the Fn key, the
function keys F1 and F3 through F12
perform additional tasks as hotkeys.
3Keypad keys (15)* Can be used like the keys on an
external numeric keypad.
4Applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items
beneath the pointer.
5Antenna (available on select
models and not visible from
outside the notebook)*
Sends and receives wireless device
signals.
6Microsoft logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
*The notebook has 2 antennas. The second is on the right side of the
notebook. For optimal transmissions, keep the areas immediately over
the antennas free from obstructions.
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Power Controls
Top: Power Controls
1Power 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 restore from
Hibernation.
✎If the system has stopped responding and
Windows shutdown procedures cannot be
used, press and hold for at least 4 seconds
to turn off the notebook.
2Display switch* ■If the notebook is closed while on, turns off the
display.
■If the notebook is opened while in Standby, turns
on the notebook (resumes from Standby).
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the
function of the power button or display switch, see “Setting Power Control
Preferences” in Chapter 4.
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Lights
Top: Lights
1Num lock light
On: Num lock or the internal keypad is on.
2Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
3Mute light On: Volume is muted.
4Wireless device light
(available on select
models)
On: An optional internal wireless device is
turned on.
5Battery light On: The notebook is receiving adequate
external power.
■On amber: A battery pack is charging.
■On green: A battery pack is fully charged.
■Flashing: A battery pack is malfunctioning
and may need to be replaced.
6IDE (Integrated Drive
Electronics) drive light On: The internal hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
7Power/standby light On: Notebook is turned on.
Flashing: Notebook is in Standby.
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Audio Buttons and Speakers
Top: Audio Buttons and Speakers
1Increase volume button Increases system volume.
2Decrease volume button Decreases system volume.
3Mute button Mutes or restores volume.
4Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.
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Front Panel
Front Panel
1SD (Secure Digital) Card slot Supports SD Cards
and MMCs (multimedia
cards).
2SD Card light On: An SD Card or MMC is being
accessed.
3Microphone jack Connects an optional monaural or
stereo microphone.
4Audio-out jack Connects optional headphones or
powered stereo speakers. Also
connects the audio function of an
audio/video device such as a television
or VCR.
5Wireless device button
(available on select models) Turns an optional internal wireless device on or off.
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Rear Panel
Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks
1External monitor connector Connects an optional VGA external
monitor or projector.
2S-Video jack Connects an optional S-Video device,
such as a television, VCR, camcorder,
projector, or video capture card.
3USB connectors (3) Connect optional 2.0-compliant USB
devices.
4RJ-45 network jack Connects an Ethernet network cable.
(An Ethernet network cable is included
with select models.)
5RJ-11 telephone jack Connects a modem cable. (A modem
cable is included with select models.)
6Parallel connector (available
on select models) Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer.
71394 connector Connects an optional 1394 device
such as a camcorder.
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Vent
Rear Panel: Vent
1Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to cool internal components.
ÄTo prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard
surface, such as a printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or thick rugs
or clothing, to block airflow.
*The notebook has 3 vents. The other vents are on the underside of the
notebook.
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Left Side
Left Side
1PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II
32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card.
2PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the
PC Card slot.
3Optical drive* Supports an optical disc.
*The type of optical drive, for example a CD, DVD, or combination CD/DVD
drive, varies by model.
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Right Side
Right Side
1Antenna (available on select
models and not visible from
outside the notebook)*
Sends and receives wireless device
signals.
2Infrared port Provides wireless communication
between the notebook and an optional
IrDA-compliant device.
3Power connector Connects an AC adapter cable.
4Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to
the notebook.
*The notebook has 2 antennas. The second is on the right side of the
notebook. For optimal transmissions, keep the areas immediately over the
antennas free from obstructions.
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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 2–13
Underside
Bays and Memory Compartment
Underside: Bays and Memory Compartment
1Battery bay Holds a battery pack.
2Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the
battery bay.
3Memory compartment Contains 1 memory slot for an
optional 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB,
or 1024-MB memory module.
The memory slot may be filled with a
replaceable memory module or
vacant, depending on the notebook
model.
4Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive.
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Docking Connector and Vents
Underside: Docking Connector and Vent
1Docking connector* Connects the notebook to an optional
port replicator.
2Vents (3) Allow airflow to cool internal
components.
ÄTo prevent overheating, use
the notebook only on hard
surfaces which cannot
obstruct the vents. Do not
allow a soft surface, such as
bedding, clothing or a thick
rug, to block airflow.
*As shipped, the docking connector is not visible. The docking connector is
beneath the docking connector cover, which protects the connector when
the connector is not in use.
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Labels
The labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook components
provide information you may need when troubleshooting system
problems or traveling internationally with the notebook.
■The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label contains the
Product Key number. You may need this number to update or
troubleshoot the operating system.
■The system label provides regulatory information about the
notebook.
■The product identification label contains the serial number of
the notebook and a code describing the original configuration
of the notebook. You will need the notebook serial number if
you call customer support.
■The modem approvals label, which is affixed to an optional
internal modem, provides regulatory information.
■Wireless certification labels, which are specific to various
types of optional wireless devices, are affixed to the notebook
and provide regulatory information.
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Additional Standard Components
The components included with the notebook vary by region,
country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The
following sections identify the standard external accessories and
components included with most notebook models.
Cables and Cord
Additional Standard Components: Cables and Cord
1Modem cable
(included with select
models)
Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone
jack or to a country-specific modem adapter.
✎A modem cable has a
6-pin , RJ-11
telephone connector at each end.
2Network cable
(included with select
models)
Connects the notebook to an Ethernet
network jack.
✎A network cable has an
8-pin , RJ-45
network connector at each end.
3Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC electrical
outlet.
*Power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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Adapters and Battery Pack
Additional Standard Components: Adapters and
Battery Pack
1AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.
2Country-specific modem
adapter (included by region
as required)
Adapts the modem cable to a
non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
3Japan-specific outlet adapter
(Japan only) Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong electrical outlet.
4Battery pack Runs the notebook when the notebook
is not connected to external power.
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Restoration and Documentation CDs
CDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining
supplementary information about the notebook are included with
the notebook.
■For information about restoring, repairing, or reinstalling
software, refer to Chapter 9, “Software Updates, Restorations
and Utilities.”
■For supplementary information about the notebook, refer to
the Documentation Library CD. The Documentation Library
CD included with all models includes the following guides.
Additional guides, for example instruction manuals for using
an optional wireless device, are included with select models.
For Information About These Topics Select This Guide
■Caring for the notebook and drives
■Preparing the notebook for transport
■Traveling with the notebook
internationally
Maintenance, Shipping
and Travel
■Solving notebook problems yourself
■Getting help from Compaq
Troubleshooting
■Governmental and safety information
■Protecting the notebook from static
electricity
Regulatory and Safety
Notices
Ergonomic and safety information Safety & Comfort Guide
General instructions for using modem
AT commands
Modem Command
Guidelines (Advanced
Users Only)
AT commands supported by a Lucent/Agere
modem. (An optional internal modem
supports the Lucent/Agere command set.)
Lucent/Agere
Command Set
(Advanced Users Only)*
*Available in English only.
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Startup and Reference Guide—Part 2 3–1
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Keyboard
Contents
TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Identifying TouchPad Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Setting TouchPad Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Identifying Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Hotkeys Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Hotkeys Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Hotkeys Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Turning the Keypad On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9
Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys . . . . . . . . . 3–9
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Keyboard
TouchPad
Identifying TouchPad Components
The TouchPad includes the following components:
Identifying TouchPad components
Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll
functions of an optional external mouse.
■To move the pointer,slide your finger across the TouchPad
surface in the direction you want to move the pointer.
1TouchPad 4TouchPad on/off button
2Left and right TouchPad buttons 5TouchPad light
3TouchPad scroll zones (2)
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