HP Compaq NC4000 User manual

Getting Started
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 310028-002
November 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find
additional information and support. This guide also introduces
you to exterior features of the notebook.

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Getting Started
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Second Edition November 2003
First Edition April 2003
Reference Number: nc4010
Document Part Number: 310028-002

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Contents
1 Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9
Selecting Regional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10
Selecting Screen Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10
Checking System Memory and
Video Memory Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11
Setting Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12
Setting Up Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13
Setting Up Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16
Safeguarding the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17
Using Security Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17
Preventing Power Surges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18
Preventing Shutdown Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18
Regulatory and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–19
2 Additional Information, Help and Updates
Using the Documentation Library CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Using the Help and Support Center in
Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . . 2–6

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3 Notebook Features
Pointing Device Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Rear Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12
Index

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1
Hardware and Software Setup
ÅWARNING: 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 the
air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods. The
notebook complies with the user-accessible surface temperature limits
defined by the international Standard for Safety of Information
Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
✎Because of limitations in current TFT manufacturing technology,
TFT displays might show imperfections as bright, dim, or dark
spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays (available on
selected models only) are free from such imperfections.
✎For governmental agency and safety information, refer to the
Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Documentation
Library CD.

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Setting Up the Hardware
ÄCAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file
corruption or damage to the components during initial setup:
■Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional Port
Replicator.
■Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been
connected to external AC power.
■Run the notebook on external AC power, not on battery power,
throughout initial setup.
To set up the notebook hardware:
1. Insert the battery pack:
a. Turn the notebook upside-down.
b. Align the battery pack with the notebook battery bay.
c. Insert the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses.
Inserting the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses

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d. Snap the battery pack into place.
Inserting the battery pack
✎If the notebook will be idle for 2 weeks or more, removing the
battery and storing it will prolong its life. For more information,
refer to the “Battery Packs” chapter in the Hardware Guide on the
Documentation Library CD.

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2. Connect the notebook to external AC power:
a. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical
outlet.
b. Plug the AC adapter cable 1into the power connector on
the notebook.
c. Plug the power cord 2into the AC adapter.
d. Plug the power cord 3into an electrical outlet. (Power
cords and outlets vary by country.)
Connecting the notebook to AC power

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3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1
and lifting the display 2.
Opening the notebook

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4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button.
Turning on the notebook
❏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. (See “Lights” later in this guide
for more information.)
✎The battery light remains on while the battery pack is
charging and turns off after the battery pack is fully
charged.
❏The software setup prompt is displayed on the screen.