HP LaserJet 2400 Series User manual

HP 2400/2500 Ultra–Light Docking Station
User Guide

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Second Edition: May 2007
First Edition: March 2006
Document Part Number: 403719-002

Table of contents
1 Identifying components
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 1
Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 2
Rear components ................................................................................................................................. 3
Getting more information ...................................................................................................................... 4
2 Docking and undocking
Connecting to the AC adapter .............................................................................................................. 5
Docking the computer .......................................................................................................................... 7
Undocking the computer ...................................................................................................................... 8
3 Using the docking station
Turning the computer on and off .......................................................................................................... 9
Connecting an optional security cable ................................................................................................ 10
4 Troubleshooting
Docking and undocking problems and solutions ................................................................................ 13
External device problems and solutions ............................................................................................. 14
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
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1 Identifying components
Top components
Component Description
(1) Docking posts (2) Align and secure the computer for proper connection to the docking station.
(2) Power button Turns on power to the computer.
(3) Computer power light On: A docked computer is turned on.
(4) Computer connect/release
mechanisms (2)
Connect and release the computer when you press the connect button.
(5) Docking connector Connects the computer to the docking station.
(6) Connect button Secures and releases the computer.
●Slide in to secure the computer.
●Slide out to release the computer.
(7) Connect light On: A computer is fully docked.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) Connect button Secures and releases the computer
●Slide in to secure the computer.
●Slide out to release the computer.
(2) Connect light On: A computer is fully docked.
(3) Computer power light ●On: A docked computer is turned on.
●Blinking: A docked computer is in the Sleep or Standby state.
●Off: A docked computer is off or in Hibernation.
(4) Powered USB 2.0 port Provides power to an external device if used with a powered USB cable.
(5) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer
and the docking station only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard
surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows
or thick rugs or clothing to block airflow.
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Rear components
Component Description
(1) Integrated security cable slot (for
locking docking station only)
Supports an optional security cable, which secures the docking station when a
computer is not connected.
(2) Integrated security cable slot (for
locking computer and docking
station)
Supports an optional security cable, which secures the docking station and
connected computer.
(3) Monitor stand port Connects an optional HP Monitor Stand to the docking station.
(4) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor.
(5) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(6) USB ports (3) Connect USB devices.
(7) Audio-in jack Connects home audio equipment such as CD and MP3 players.
(8) Audio-out jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
(9) S-Video-out jack Connects an S-Video device such as a TV, VCR, or camcorder.
(10) Power light On: The docking station is connected to AC power.
(11) Power connector Connects the docking station to the AC adapter.
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Getting more information
WARNING! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and Comfort Guide. It describes proper
workstation setup, and proper posture, health, and work habits for notebook users. The Safety and
Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is
available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and through Help and
Support at Start > Help and Support.
●Help and Support also includes governmental agency and safety information about the use of your
computer.
●Governmental agency and safety information about the use of this device is also included on the
Accessory User Guides disc.
●The HP Web site at http://www.hp.com provides product news and software updates.
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2 Docking and undocking
Connecting to the AC adapter
The docking station requires AC power for full functionality of all ports.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment:
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Disconnect the power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-
pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin; for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The
grounding pin is an important safety feature.
Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one can accidentally step on
or trip over them.
Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging a cord from the AC outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not attempt to
operate the computer and docking station with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. Use only the
power cord included with the docking station.
To connect the docking station to AC power:
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the docking station.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2).
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).
The power light (4) on the rear of the docking station is turned on.
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Docking the computer
To dock the computer:
1. Be sure the connect button is fully retracted (1).
2. Align the docking posts on the docking station with the receptors on the bottom of the computer
and lower the computer into the docking station (2).
3. Slide the connect button (1) to the left to fully dock the computer.
The connect light (2) will be turned on.
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Undocking the computer
To undock the computer:
1. Slide the connect button (1) to the right. The computer disconnects from the docking station.
2. Lift up the computer (2).
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3 Using the docking station
Turning the computer on and off
When you connect a computer to the docking station, you can turn the computer on and off using either
the computer power button or the docking station power button.
When you turn on the computer using either button, the computer power light on the docking station is
turned on.
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Connecting an optional security cable
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
The docking station has two security cable slots. One slot is used to secure the docking station when a
computer is not docked. The other slot is used to secure the docking station and a docked computer.
To connect an optional security cable when a computer is not docked:
1. Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the left (3), and then lock the cable lock with the
key.
To connect an optional security cable when a computer is docked:
1. Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
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3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the right (3), and then lock the cable lock with
the key.
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4 Troubleshooting
If you experience problems with your docking station, follow the troubleshooting steps below:
1. Refer to the information in this chapter.
2. Access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help and Support from your computer. In addition
to providing information about your operating system, Help and Support provides a searchable
database of help topics, updated regularly by HP and Microsoft. Type in the name of your accessory
—for example, docking station—to search for relevant topics in the HP Knowledge Base and
Microsoft® Knowledge Base.
3. Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. Then select your country or region.
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Docking and undocking problems and solutions
Problem Possible cause Solution
The connect button on the docking
station will not slide to secure the
computer.
An optional security cable is connected
to the wrong security cable slot.
Disconnect the security cable.
The computer is turned on and properly
docked, but the power light is not on.
The power cord is not plugged into either
the docking station or the AC outlet.
Properly plug in the power cord.
The computer will not disconnect from
the docking station.
The connectors may be jammed. Slide the connect button all the way in
and then slide it all the way out. If the
computer does not disconnect, repeat
this procedure.
CAUTION: Applying excessive force
may damage connector pins.
An optional security cable is connected. Disconnect the security cable.
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External device problems and solutions
Problem Possible Cause Solution
A new device is not recognized as part of
the system.
The computer may not be fully seated or
docked in the docking station.
Undock the computer and dock it again.
Be sure the computer is properly seated
and fully docked.
The device cable or power cord is loose. ●Be sure that all cables are securely
connected to the device and the
docking station.
●Be sure that all power cords are
securely plugged into the device or
docking station and into an AC
outlet.
The device was connected while the
system was on.
Turn off the computer, turn on the device
(if applicable), and then turn on the
computer.
Cabling is incorrect. Be sure that the device cable is in the
correct connector on the docking station.
You may need to install device drivers on
the computer.
Install drivers according to the device
manufacturer's instructions.
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Index
A
AC adapter, connecting 5
additional information 4
audio-in jack 3
audio-out jack 3
B
buttons
connect 1, 2, 7, 8
power 1, 9
C
computer
docking 7
turning off and on 9
undocking 8
computer power light 1, 2
connect button 1, 2, 7, 8
connect light 1, 2, 7
connectors
docking 1
power 3
D
device not recognized 14
docking connector 1
docking posts 1
docking problems 13
docking the computer 7
E
external devices,
troubleshooting 14
external monitor port 3
H
help 4
J
jacks
audio-in 3
audio-out 3
RJ-45 (network) 3
S-Video-out 3
L
lights
computer power 1, 2
connect 1, 2, 7
power 3, 5
M
monitor stand port 3
N
network jack 3
P
ports
external monitor 3
monitor stand 3
USB 2, 3
power button 1, 9
power connector 3
power light 3, 5
power light, computer 1, 2
power, connecting 5
powered USB port 2
R
rear components 3
right-side components 2
RJ-45 (network) jack 3
S
S-Video-out jack 3
safety information 4
security cable slots 3, 10
security cable, connecting 10
slots, security cable 3, 10
T
top components 1
troubleshooting 12
turning off and on the computer 9
U
undocking problems 13
undocking the computer 8
USB port 2, 3
V
vent 2
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