HP F1381A User manual

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HP F1381A Port Replicator
for the HP OmniBook 3000
User’s Guide

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Edition History
Edition 1 ........................................ September 1997
This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents
1. Using the Port Replicator .............................. 1-7
Understanding the Basics .............................. 1-9
To dock the OmniBook ..............................1-10
To undock the OmniBook ............................1-12
To reset the OmniBook ..............................1-12
To attach a security cable ............................1-13
Making Connections ..................................1-14
To connect an external keyboard .......................1-15
To enable an external Fn key ..........................1-15
To connect a PS/2 mouse ............................1-16
To switch back to the internal TouchPad..................1-16
To connect a serial mouse ............................1-17
To connect a serial device ............................1-17
To connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device.............1-18
To connect an external display ........................1-18
To use the monitor stand with an external display ...........1-19
To enable the built-in and external displays ................1-19
To connect a parallel device ..........................1-20
To connect a MIDI/Joystick device ......................1-20
To connect your audio equipment ......................1-21
2. Troubleshooting.................................... 1-23
Solving Problems ....................................1-25
3. Specifications and Regulatory Information ............... 1-27
Specifications.......................................1-29
Regulatory Information ................................1-30
U.S.A. ..........................................1-30
Canada .........................................1-31
Japan ..........................................1-31
Declaration of Conformity ............................1-32

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Using the Port Replicator

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Using the Port Replicator
Congratulations! With the OmniBook port replicator, you can significantly increase
the convenience of your OmniBook for desktop use. By making one connection—
plugging your OmniBook into the port replicator—you can get easy access to these
types of devices:
♦ Printer or other parallel device.
♦ Modem or other standard serial device.
♦ Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices.
♦ External keyboard and external mouse.
♦ External monitor.
♦ Audio connections.
♦ AC power.
♦ MIDI/Joystick.

Using the Port Replicator
Understanding the Basics
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Understanding the Basics
Docking the OmniBook to the port replicator is just like simultaneously adding
several devices to the OmniBook. Docking does not cause Windows 95 to create a
new hardware profile. Similarly, undocking does not create an undocked profile.
This section shows you how to get your port replicator and OmniBook up and
running quickly, including how to
♦ Dock the OmniBook.
♦ Undock the OmniBook.
♦ Reset the OmniBook while docked.
♦ Attach a security cable.

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Understanding the Basics
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To dock the OmniBook
CAUTION
Use only an HP F1377A ac adapter (the type shipped with the OmniBook)
—
do
not use an ac adapter from another product. Using an improper adapter could
damage the OmniBook and will make your warranty invalid.
1. Plug the power cord into the ac adapter, then into an ac outlet. Plug the ac
adapter into the port replicator.
2. Slide the OmniBook's rear port door to the left.

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Understanding the Basics
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3. Place the OmniBook on the port replicator platform, with the back of the
computer facing the port replicator's docking connector.
4. Position your fingers on the platform grips as shown below. Use your thumbs to
push the computer firmly toward the port replicator until the OmniBook slides
into place.

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To undock the OmniBook
1. Raise the release lever at the top of the port replicator.
2. After removing the OmniBook, push the release lever back into place.
To reset the OmniBook
You can reset the OmniBook without undocking.
• Press the reset button on the port replicator.
The OmniBook restarts automatically after resetting.
Reset button

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Understanding the Basics
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To attach a security cable
Your port replicator has a built-in security port that allows you to secure the port
replicator with a cable. Be sure to use a second Kensington lock to secure the
OmniBook. Kensington MicroSaver lock systems work with these ports and are
available at many computer stores.
1. Wrap the cable around a stationary object, such as a table leg.
2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object.
3. Insert the lock into the port replicator’s security port and release the key. Store
the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook.
Second Kensington lock
secures the OmniBook.

Using the Port Replicator
Making Connections
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Making Connections
When making connections, notice that the orientation of the ports on the port
replicator are the reverse of the OmniBook. Turn the connector cables over when
switching from the OmniBook to the port replicator. This section describes how to
connect devices to the port replicator, including the following:
♦ External keyboard.
♦ External PS/2 or serial mouse.
♦ Standard serial device (9-pin).
♦ Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices.
♦ External display.
♦ Printer or other parallel device (25-pin).
♦ External microphone audio source.
♦ Headphones or speakers.
♦ MIDI or game device.
♦ Kensington security lock.
Two Universal Serial
Bus (USB) ports
Parallel port
Serial port
MIDI/Joystick
Mouse
Keyboard
Monitor
Power button
Kensington lock
Audio line-in
Microphone-in
Headphones or
speaker-out
Amplified speakers
AC adapter
Reset button

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To connect an external keyboard
You can use both the built-in OmniBook keyboard and external keyboard while
docked.
1. Attach the keyboard cable to the keyboard port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
To enable an external Fn key
If you are using a port replicator with an external keyboard, substitute the
keystrokes CTRL+ALT for Fn. If necessary, enable the external Fn key from the BIOS
Setup Utility. This is enabled by default.
See the OmniBook's Reference Guide for a complete description of the BIOS Setup
Utility.
1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and reboot the OmniBook. If
necessary, you can press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot.
2. When you see the following message, press F2 to enter Setup.
Press <F2> to enter Setup
3. Use the right arrow key to highlight the System Devices menu.
4. Make sure External Fn Key is enabled.
5. Press F10 to save settings and exit Setup.
Keyboard port

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To connect a PS/2 mouse
The OmniBook has a PS/2 mouse driver installed. When you dock, the OmniBook
automatically detects and sets up the mouse.
1. Attach the mouse cable to the mouse port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
To switch back to the internal TouchPad
Use this procedure to switch back to the built-in TouchPad from an external PS/2
mouse while docked.
1. Press the power button to suspend the OmniBook
2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the port replicator.
3. Press the power button to resume.
--or--
Undock, disconnect mouse, then dock again.
Mouse port

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To connect a serial mouse
1. Attach the serial mouse cable to the serial port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
3. Using the TouchPad, click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Mouse, General.
4. Click Change, then select Standard Mouse Types.
5. Select your mouse type from the list, or select Standard Serial Mouse.
6. Click OK, Close, then click Yes when prompted to restart.
To connect a serial device
Use standard serial cables and adapters available at computer dealers and
electronic supply stores to connect serial devices.
1. Attach the serial cable to the serial port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
3. If necessary, install your serial device driver.
See your Windows or device manual for instructions.
Serial port
Serial port
The serial port
is COM1.
To switch back to
the TouchPad,
see page 1-
16
.

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To connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) provides a bi-directional serial interface for adding
peripheral devices such as game controllers, serial and parallel ports, and scanners
on a single bus. The OmniBook's port replicator provides two USB ports.
1. Attach the USB cable to either the upper or lower USB port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
To connect an external display
Use this procedure to connect a standard VGA, SVGA, or XGA external display to
your OmniBook.
1. Attach the display cable to the display port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator. The built-in display turns off. If you
want to run the built-in display and an external display simultaneously, see the
following topic for instructions.
USB ports
Display port

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To use the monitor stand with an external display
The optional monitor stand (HP F1369A), can support a weight of 69 kg (151.8 lb.).
When setting up the monitor stand, be sure that the wide edge faces forward, as
shown below.
To enable the built-in and external displays
• Press Fn+F5 to cycle through the external and built-in display options (Internal,
External, Both).
--or--
1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and reboot the OmniBook. If
necessary, you can press CTRL+ALT+DEL to reboot.
2. When you see the following message, press F2 to enter Setup.
Press <F2> to enter Setup
3. From the Main menu, use the down arrow to highlight Video Display Device.
4. Press Enter to view choices.
5. Select Both.
6. Press F10 to save settings and exit Setup.

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To connect a parallel device
Use standard parallel cables and adapters available at computer dealers and
electronic supply stores to connect parallel devices.
1. Attach the parallel cable to the parallel port.
2. Dock the OmniBook PC in the port replicator.
3. If necessary, install your parallel device driver.
See your Windows or device manual for instructions.
To connect a MIDI/Joystick device
1. Attach the cable to the MIDI/Joystick port.
2. Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.
Parallel port
The port replicator’s
25-pin parallel port is
a standard enhanced
(EPP/ECP) parallel
port.
MIDI/Joystick port