HP COMPAQ NC4200 User instructions

1. Presentation Mode Button 13. Fast Infrared Port
2. Microphone 14. Hard Drive Activity LED
3. Volume Mute Button with LED 15. Battery Charging LED
4. Volume Down Button 16. Power/Standby LED
5. Volume Up Button 17. Wireless On/Off LED
6. Battery Fuel Gauge LEDs
(battery compartment not shown)
18. Speaker
7. Display Release Button 19. Power Switch with LED
8. Left/Right Touchpad Buttons 20. HP Info Center Button
9. Touchpad with Scroll Zone 21. USB 2.0 Port
10. Left/Right Pointstick Buttons 22. Wireless On/Off Button
11. Pointstick 23. Kensington Lock Slot
12. Bluetooth® Module (optional) 24. Ambient Light Sensor
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1. Headphone Jack 7. USB 2.0 Port
2. Microphone Jack 8. RJ-11 Port (Modem)
3. Powered USB 2.0 Port (supports HP External MultiBay II) 9. RJ-45 Port (NIC)
4. PC Card Eject Button 10. DC Power Connector
5. PC Card Slot 11. VGA/External Monitor Connector
6. Integrated Secure Digital Slot 12. S-Video TV Out
At A Glance
Genuine Windows XP Professional,
Genuine Windows XP Home Edition, or
FreeDOS
Certified for Novell Linux Desktop 9
Intel® Pentium® M processors 730 to 770* or Intel Celeron® M processor 370*
Professional-grade design starting at 3.9 lb/1.8 kg
12.1-inch XGA display
Mobile Intel 915GM Express Chipset
256-MB DDR2 SDRAM, upgradeable to 2048-MB maximum
Up to 80-GB 5400 rpm, user-removable hard drive
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900
Optional integrated 802.11 a/b/g or 802.11 b/g wireless LAN module
Support for optional Intel Centrino™ mobile technology
Optional integrated Bluetooth
Integrated Secure Digital (SD) slot
Security features include optional integrated Smart Card Reader and optional Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Embedded
Security Chip
NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller
Dual pointing devices with scroll zone
Protected by a three-year standard parts and labor warranty - certain restrictions and exclusions apply.
* Intel's numbering is not a measurement of higher performance.
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What's Special
Versatile design with great performance!
Latest PCI Express technology and DDR2 400-MHz & 533-MHz memory support
Enhanced security features:
HP ProtectTools
Optional Integrated Smart Card Reader
Optional Embedded Security features
Ease of use features:
Ambient light sensor
HP Fast Charge technology
HP Wireless Assistant
HP power down NIC technology
Up to 5.5 hours of system battery life
Battery fuel gauge LEDs
Self-powered optional HP External MultiBay II
Full-sized keyboard
HP Mobile Print Driver for on-the-go printing
Integrated reliability features:
HP Mobile Data Protection System
HP Panel Protection System
Scratch-resistant keyboard deck using In-mold Lamination
Full magnesium-alloy enclosure
HP spill-resistant keyboard with Mylar film
Support for new HP docking solutions and HP Travel Battery
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Processors Intel Pentium M processor 760* (2.00-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Intel Pentium M processor 750* (1.86-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Intel Pentium M processor 740* (1.73-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
* Intel's numbering is not a measurement of higher performance.
NOTE: Intel Pentium M processors support enhanced Intel SpeedStep™ technology. Processor speed
denotes maximum performance mode; processors will run at approximately 800 MHz in battery
optimization mode.
Operating System Preinstalled Genuine Windows XP Professional SP2
Genuine Windows XP Home Edition SP2
FreeDOS
Supported Genuine Windows 2000 (drivers downloadable from http://www.hp.com )
Certified Novell Linux Desktop 9
Windows Vista Capable Not all Windows Vista features are available for use on all Windows Vista
Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core experiences of
Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and finding information,
security, and reliability. Some features available in premium editions of
Windows Vista -- like the new Windows Aero™ user interface -- require
advanced or additional hardware.
Check http://www.windowsvista.com/getready for details.
Chipset Mobile Intel 915GM Express Chipset
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900, with up to 128 MB of shared system memory
Display Internal 12.1-inch TFT XGA (1024 x 768 resolution and 16 M colors)
Ambient light sensor
External Up to 32-bit per pixel color depth
VGA port supports resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 at 75 Hz, and
lower resolutions at up to 100 Hz
DVI port in optional HP Docking Station (sold separately) supports
resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at both full and reduced blanking,
and 1920 x 1200 at reduced blanking
NOTE: Resolutions are dependent upon monitor capability, and resolution and
color depth settings.
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Memory Standard 256-MB, 512-MB, or 1024-MB 400-MHz or 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM; two
SODIMM slots
Maximum Upgradeable to 2048-MB maximum (1024-MB SODIMM in slots 1 and 2)
Dual-channel Maximized dual-channel performance requires SODIMMs of the same size and
speed in both memory slots.
NOTE: Due to the non-industry standard nature of some third-party memory modules, we recommend HP
branded memory to ensure compatibility. If you mix memory speeds, the system will perform at the lower
memory speed.
Communications NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000 NIC)* with HP power down NIC
technology
56K modem** with digital line guard
* The term "10/100/1000" or "Gigabit" Ethernet indicates compliance with IEEE standard 802.3ab for
Gigabit Ethernet, and does not connote actual operating speed of 1 Gb/s. For high-speed transmission,
connection to a Gigabit Ethernet server and network infrastructure is required.
** Designed for downloads from 56K modem compliant sources. Maximum achievable download
transmission rates currently do not reach 56 KB/s, and will vary with line conditions. Modem availability is
subject to country regulatory approval.
Wireless Devices Support for a broad range of secure, integrated wireless LAN options featuring support for the latest
industry standards. Integrated Bluetooth is also an option (factory configurable only) and can be combined
with any one of the supported wireless LAN options.
All integrated wireless
LAN options
Wi-Fi certified
Cisco Compatible Extensions support (Version 3.0)
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) support up to 128-bit keys
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and WPA2 support
802.1x authentication support including EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP-GTC,
PEAP-MSCHAPv2, and LEAP
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) support
WiFi certified for WPA2, WMM
Dual antennas integrated in the display enclosure
Intel PRO/Wireless
2200BG 802.11 b/g WLAN
Integrated support for 802.11b and g
Up to 54-mbps data rate
Intel PRO/Wireless
2915ABG 802.11 a/b/g
WLAN
Integrated support for 802.11a, b and g
Up to 54-mbps data rate
Integrated Bluetooth Bluetooth Specification v1.2 compliant
Works with a wide range of Bluetooth devices
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Keyboard The 101/102-key compatible keyboard features an industry standard, full-pitch key layout with desktop
keyboard features, such as the isolated inverted-T cursor control keys, editing keys, both left and right
control and alt keys, and 12 function keys. US and International key layouts are available. Other features
include an integrated numeric keypad, hotkeys for instant access to power conservation, brightness, and
other features, 19-mm x 19-mm key pitch (center-to-center spacing), 2.5-mm stroke, comfort-dished
keycaps, and bright key legends for improved visibility in low light conditions.
One-Touch Productivity
Buttons
Provide one-touch access to the following features: HP Info Center, Wireless On/Off, Presentation Mode,
Volume Up, Volume Down, and Volume Mute.
Pointing Devices Dual Pointing devices - Touchpad with scroll zone and Pointstick
Both devices have two soft-touch buttons.
Expansion Card Slots
One Type I/II PC Card slot Supports 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC Cards
Media Slots One integrated Secure
Digital slot
Supports SD (Secure Digital) and MultiMediaCard media
Storage Hard Drives 40-, 60-, 80-GB 5400 rpm SMART
NOTE: These hard drives are customer removable and will withstand multiple insertion/removal cycles.
Optical Drives Optional HP External
MultiBay II (9.5-mm) or HP
Advanced Docking Station
DVD-ROM MultiBay II Drive
DVD/CD-RW Combo MultiBay II Drive
DVD+/-RW MultiBay II Drive
Second Hard Drive Optional HP External
MultiBay II (9.5-mm) or HP
Advanced Docking Station
80-GB 5400 rpm MultiBay II Hard Drive
Interfaces PC Card Slot One – Type I/II
Smart Card Reader Optional (replaces PC card slot)
External Monitor One – VGA
External Microphone One
Headphone/Line out One
Power Connector One
RJ-11 (Modem) One
RJ-45 (NIC) One
Ambient Light Sensor One
Fast Infrared Port One (4-Mb/s support)
IrDA 4-MB compliant; IR performance will vary depending on performance of
IR peripherals and application used.
S-Video TV Out One (support for NTSC/PAL)
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USB 2.0 Three (including one powered USB 2.0 port to support HP External MultiBay II)
Docking Connector One
Travel Battery Connector One
LED Status Indicators Ten
Audio ADI AC '97 CODEC
Integrated 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro compatible audio
Integrated speaker
External volume up, volume down, and mute buttons
Stereo headphone/line out
Stereo microphone in
Software Preloaded Software for
Microsoft Windows XP
Adobe Acrobat Reader
HP One-Touch Button Software
HP Local Recovery provided by Altiris*
HP Mobile Print Driver
Synaptics Touchpad Driver
HP Help and Support
HP ProtectTools Security Manager:
BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools
Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools
HP Wireless Assistant
Sonic RecordNow! (for optional DVD+/-RW and DVD/CDRW drives)*
Symantec Norton Antivirus with complimentary 60-day live update
Intervideo WinDVD - DVD Player (for optional DVD+/-RW, DVD/CDRW and DVD
drives)*
Software on CD Intervideo WinDVD Creator – DVD Authoring (for optional DVD+/-RW drives)
Additional software
available from the Web
HP Client Manager Software
HP ProtectTools Security Manager:
Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools
Smart Card Security for HP ProtectTools
* Software is loaded on the hard drive and must be installed by running the Software Setup utility
System Recovery for
Microsoft Windows XP
systems only
Each unit is shipped with a recovery kit containing Operating System Recovery and Driver/Application
Recovery discs. These discs allow users to either recover or repair the notebook operating system and
select drivers without losing personal data. The Operating System disc also provides the option of
reinstalling the operating system software provided with the notebook.
Client Management
Software
HP Client Manager Software (CMS) provides asset tracking, alerting, diagnostics, and SoftPaq distribution
for HP business desktops, notebooks, and workstations. HP CMS is the foundation for HP Client
Management Solutions. For more information and to download HP Client Manager Software, please refer
to the HP website at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy .
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SMBIOS Version 2.3.4 System Management BIOS, previously known as DMI BIOS, is used to store system management
information.
HP Local Recovery
Provided by Altiris
Provides data and system file protection for HP business PCs to enable fast recovery of information that is
accidentally deleted or if the system becomes corrupted. Designed for disconnected or seldom-connected
users, Local Recovery protects your HP computer's data and system state by taking scheduled snapshots,
which are then stored in a protected area on the local hard disk. System backup and disaster recovery is
now simple and fast for all users, regardless of connectivity. For more information and to download,
please refer to the HP website at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy .
HP ProtectTools Security
Manager
HP ProtectTools Security Manager is the security platform for business notebooks and desktops. The HP
ProtectTools Security Manager is an extensible client security console that delivers enhanced security
capabilities through add-on software modules. Modules currently available or planned are:
- Smart Card Security for HP ProtectTools
- BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools
- Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools
- Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools
Security Standard Features Configuration Control Hardware
Memory Change Alert
Ownership Tag
Setup Password
Power-On Password
DriveLock
Enabled for PC Smart Card options
Kensington Lock Slot
Optional Features Smart Card Reader
(replaces PC card slot)
Compatible with ISO 7816 compliant Smart Cards
PC/SC interface support
TPM Embedded Security
Chip
Designed to the Trusted Computing Group (TCG)
standard
Microsoft Crypto API and PKCS#11 software
interface support
RSA Secured Partner program certification
NOTE: Full functionality of the TPM Embedded
Security Chip is available only with Windows XP
Professional.
For more information on HP security solutions refer to http://www.hp.com/go/security .
Power Supply External 65-watt slim AC adapter, 6-foot (1.8-meter) power cord included.
Total length including External AC adapter is 12 feet (3.66 meter).
HP Fast Charge technology
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Battery Primary Battery 6-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh) – one-year warranty
Optional Travel Battery 8-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh)
Battery Fuel Gauge LEDs
Battery Life Primary Battery Up to 5 hours and 30 minutes
Primary Battery and
optional HP Travel
Battery
Up to 11 hours and 15 minutes
NOTE: Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded
on the product, power management settings of the product, and the product features used by the
customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.
System Standby Time Up to 1 week
Power Conservation Supports enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology with Intel Pentium M processors (allows Battery Optimized
Mode, Maximum Performance Mode, or Automatic mode)
Intel Display Power Saving technology
HP power down NIC technology
Hibernation
Standby
ACPI compliance
MultiBay II Devices MultiBay II devices used in the optional HP External MultiBay II or the optional HP Advanced Docking
Station may be swapped with the system powered on (hot) under Microsoft Windows XP Professional,
Windows XP Home, or Windows 2000 (except MultiBay II secondary hard drive).
Docking HP Docking Station
HP Advanced Docking Station
HP's shared docking solutions provide simple and convenient port replication and cable management.
Features include Gigabit NIC pass through, modem pass through, legacy parallel and serial ports, DVI, S-
video TV out, USB 2.0 ports, integrated security mechanism*, integrated MultiBay II and ExpressCard**
slots. These docking solutions are compatible across multiple Business Notebook platforms enabling a
lower total cost of ownership.
* HP/Kensington Cable Lock required (purchased separately)
** HP Advanced Docking Station only
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Service and Support HP Services includes a three-year standard parts and labor warranty, pick-up or carry-in, and toll-free 7 x
24 hardware technical phone support (battery carries a one-year warranty). On-site service and warranty
upgrades are also available.
NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult the HP Customer Support Center for details.
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/ProductRoot.jsp .
Select Model(s)
nc4200
PV983AW#ABA
Processor Intel Pentium M processor 750* (1.86-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512-MB 400-MHz DDR2 SDRAM (512-MB SODIMM in slot 1)
Hard Drive 60-GB 5400 rpm
Display 12.1-inch color TFT XGA with (1024 x 768) resolution (up to 16.7 M colors
internal)
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with up to 128 MB of shared system
memory
Audio ADI AC '97 CODEC, Line out/headphone and microphone jacks
Communications 56K Fax/Modem,
Integrated NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g WLAN
Bluetooth
TPM Embedded Security
Chip
Yes
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Battery 6-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh)
Power External 65W adapter
Warranty 3/3/0 (Battery carries a one-year warranty)
*Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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nc4200
PZ508UA#ABA
Processor Intel Pentium M processor 750* (1.86-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512-MB 400-MHz DDR2 SDRAM (512-MB SODIMM in slot 1)
Hard Drive 60-GB 5400 rpm
Display 12.1-inch color TFT XGA with (1024 x 768) resolution (up to 16.7 M colors
internal)
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with up to 128 MB of shared system
memory
Audio ADI AC '97 CODEC, Line out/headphone and microphone jacks
Communications 56K Fax/Modem,
Integrated NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG 802.11a/b/g WLAN
Bluetooth
TPM Embedded Security
Chip
Yes
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Battery 6-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh)
Power External 65W adapter
Warranty 3/3/0 (Battery carries a one-year warranty)
*Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
nc4200
PZ095UA#ABA
Processor Intel Pentium M processor 740* (1.73-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512-MB 400-MHz DDR2 SDRAM (512-MB SODIMM in slot 1)
Hard Drive 40-GB 5400 rpm
Display 12.1-inch color TFT XGA with (1024 x 768) resolution (up to 16.7 M colors
internal)
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with up to 128 MB of shared system
memory
Audio ADI AC '97 CODEC, Line out/headphone and microphone jacks
Communications 56K Fax/Modem,
Integrated NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g WLAN
TPM Embedded Security
Chip
No
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Battery 6-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh)
Power External 65W adapter
Warranty 3/3/0 (Battery carries a one-year warranty)
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*Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
nc4200
EK740AW#ABA
Processor Intel Pentium M processor 760* (2.0-GHz, 533-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM (512-MB SODIMM in slot 1)
Hard Drive 60-GB 5400 rpm
Display 12.1-inch color TFT XGA with (1024 x 768) resolution (up to 16.7 M colors
internal)
Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with up to 128 MB of shared system
memory
Audio ADI AC '97 CODEC, Line out/headphone and microphone jacks
Communications 56K Fax/Modem,
Integrated NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g WLAN
Bluetooth
TPM Embedded Security
Chip
Yes
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Battery 6-cell high capacity Lithium-Ion (52Wh)
Power External 65W adapter
Warranty 3/3/0 (Battery carries a one-year warranty)
*Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Memory 256-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE830A
512-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE831A
1024-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE832A
MultiBay II Storage
(9.5-mm)
8X DVD-ROM MultiBay II Drive PA849A
24X Combo DVD/CD-RW MultiBay II Drive PA850A
2X DVD+/-RW Dual Format MultiBay II Drive PA851A
80-GB 5400 rpm MultiBay II Hard Drive PH357A
Other Storage 60-GB 5400 rpm Primary Hard Drive PA852A
HP 40-GB Mobile USB Hard Drive DQ549A
HP USB Digital Drive + 256MB Secure Digital Card DL702C
HP USB Diskette Drive DC361B
Communications Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11 b/g WLAN option kit PF952AA#ABA
Expansion Solutions HP Docking Station PA286A#ABA
HP Advanced Docking Station PA287A#ABA
HP 3-in-1 NAS Docking Station EM537AA#ABA
HP Monitor Stand PA507A
HP Adjustable Notebook Stand PA508A
HP External MultiBay II (9.5-mm) PA509A#ABA
HP 4-port USB 2.0 Hub DG954A
Power HP 2-bay Battery Charging Station DT533A#ABA
HP 10-bay Battery Charging Station DT534A#ABA
Battery Adapter kit #1 PK402A
65W AC Adapter DC359A#ABA
90W AC Adapter DC895B#ABA
90W Auto Adapter DC303B
90W Air/Auto/AC Combo Adapter DV574A#ABA
90W Aircraft Cables DC899A
Primary 6-cell Battery Pack PB991A
HP Travel Battery PB993A
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Options
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Carrying Cases HP Entry Value Case DL617A
HP Executive Leather Case PA847A
HP Ultra-Portable Leather Case PA845A
HP Sport Backpack DG102A
Security PC Card Smart Card Reader DC350B
HP/Kensington Cable Lock PC766A
Input/Output Devices USB/PS2 Keyboard DC852A#ABA
USB/PS2 Optical Mouse DC369A
HP USB Optical Travel Mouse F2100A
HP Care Pack Services 9x5 Pick-up and Return - 4 Years U7868E
9x5 Pick-up and Return - 5 Years U7869E
9x5 Pick-up and Return - 1 Year Post Warranty U4426PE
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage - 3 Years U4414E
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage - 4 Years U7860E
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage - 5 Years U7861E
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage - 1 Year Post Warranty U4416PE
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage for Notebook with Off-Site Accidental
Damage Protection Service - 3 Years
365711-001
9x5 Next-Business-Day On-Site Coverage for Notebook with Off-Site Accidental
Damage Protection Service - 4 Years
365712-001
9x5 Pick-up and Return Coverage with Off-Site Accidental Damage Protection Service -
3 Years
U4428E
9x5 Pick-up and Return Coverage with Off-Site Accidental Damage Protection Service -
4 Years
U9586E
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Up to 2048 MB of 400-MHz or 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Two DIMM slots
DIMM sizes supported: 256 MB, 512 MB, or 1024 MB
Maximized dual-channel performance requires SODIMMs of the same size and speed in both memory slots.
Standard Memory 256 MB (256 MB x 1)
512 MB (512 MB x 1 or 256 MB x 2)
1024 MB (1024 MB x 1 or 512 MB x 2)
Optional Memory
Upgrades
Support for up to 2048 MB of memory is available (with the installation of optional DDR2 SDRAM memory
kits). Both memory slots are user accessible. Please refer to the Hardware and Software Guide for
installation procedures.
Up to Slot 1 Slot 2
768 MB 512 MB 256 MB
1024 MB 1024 MB Empty
1024 MB 512 MB 512 MB
1280 MB 1024 MB 256 MB
1536 MB 1024 MB 512 MB
2048 MB 1024 MB 1024 MB
NOTE: This chart does not represent all possible memory configurations. Due to the non-industry
standard nature of some third-party memory modules, we strongly recommend using only HP branded
memory modules to ensure compatibility. If you mix memory speeds, the system will perform at the lower
memory speed.
Memory Upgrades 1024-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE832A
512-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE831A
256-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE830A
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Removable Media Drive Support
Quantity Supported Drive Bay
DVD+/-RW MultiBay II Drive One Optional HP External MultiBay II or HP Advanced Docking Station
DVD/CD-RW Combo MultiBay II Drive One Optional HP External MultiBay II or HP Advanced Docking Station
DVD-ROM MultiBay II Drive One Optional HP External MultiBay II or HP Advanced Docking Station
Hard Drive Support
Quantity Supported Drive Bay
80-GB 5400 rpm SMART Hard Drive Up to two Dedicated hard drive bay and/or optional HP External MultiBay II or
HP Advanced Docking Station
60-GB 5400 rpm SMART Hard Drive One Dedicated hard drive bay
40-GB 5400 rpm SMART Hard Drive One Dedicated hard drive bay
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System Unit Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.19 (at front) x 11.22 x 9.25 in (30.2 (at front) x 285 x 235 mm)
Weight 3.9 lb (1.8 kg)
NOTE: Height varies depending upon where on the notebook the measurement is made. Weight includes
6-cell battery, 40-GB hard drive, 256-MB memory, 12.1-inch XGA display, no WLAN module, and no TPM
Embedded Security Chip. Weight varies by configuration and components.
Stand-Alone Power
Requirements
Nominal Operating Voltage
(Lithium-Ion)
18.5 V
Average Operating Power 15 W
Max Operating Power < 65 W
Temperature Operating 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C) (not writing optical)
41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) (writing optical)
Non-operating -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Relative Humidity Operating 10% to 90%, non-condensing
Non-operating 5% to 95%, 101.6° F (38.7° C) Maximum wet bulb
temperature
Shock Operating 125 G, 2 ms, half-sine
Non-operating 200 G, 2 ms, half-sine
Random Vibration Operating 0.75 grms
Non-operating 1.50 grms
Altitude
(unpressurized)
Operating -50 to 10,000 ft (-15.24 to 3,048 m)
Non-operating -50 to 40,000 ft (-15.24 to 12,192 m)
Industry Standard
Certifications
Blue Angel No
Energy Star Compliant Yes
UL Yes
UL GS Yes
CSA Yes
ICES Yes
Australia/NZ Compliance Yes
CCC Yes
Japan Compliance Yes
MIC Yes
BSMI Yes
CE Marking Compliance Yes
KONCAR Yes
GOST Yes
SASO Yes
SABS Yes
UKRSERTCOMPUTER Yes
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65W External AC Adapter Weight 0.62 lb (0.28 kg) (adapter)
0.29 lb (0.13 kg) (power cord)
Dimensions 4.17 x 1.85 x 1.1 in (10.6 x 4.7 x 2.8 cm)
Input Operating Input Voltage 100 to 240 VAC
Operating Input Current 1.7A at 90 VAC
0.85A at 180 VAC
Operating Frequency
Range
47 to 63 Hz AC
Efficiency 83% minimum at 115 VAC
Output Output Power 65 W
DC Output Current 18.5 V
Environmental Operating Temperature 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Non-operating (storage)
Temperature
-4° to 149° F (-20° to 65° C)
Altitude 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3,048 m)
Humidity 20% to 80%
Storage Humidity 10% to 90%
EMI and Safety
Certifications
CE Mark: full compliance with LVD and EMC directives
Worldwide safety standards: IEC950, EN60950, UL1950, Class2, SELV Agency
approvals: C-UL-US, NORDICS, DENAN, EN55022 Class B, FCC Class B, CISPR22
Class B, CCIB, NOM-1 NYCE
MTBF Over 200,000 hours at 25°C ambient condition
52Wh Primary 6-Cell
Battery (for 4200/4400
Series)
Dimensions (H x W x L) 0.8 x 2.75 x 4.75 in (2.0 x 7.0 x 12.0 cm)
Weight 0.705 lb (0.320 kg)
Cells/Type 6-cell Lithium-Ion
Energy Voltage 10.8V
Watt-hour Capacity 52Wh
Amp-hour Capacity 4.8Ah
Temperature Operating (Charging) 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
Operating (Discharging) 14° to 140° F (–10° to 60° C)
Non-operating –4° to 140° F (–20° to 60° C)
Battery Re-Charge Time System in OFF mode or
Standby
2.5 hours
System ON 3 to 5 hours (depending on system power
consumption)
HP Fast Charge Technology Charges the battery up to 90% within 1.5 hours
when system is OFF
Fuel Gauge When pressed, LEDs light indicating level of charge remaining on battery
QuickSpecs
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Optional HP 8-Cell
Extended Life Battery
Dimensions (H x W x L) 1.0 x 3.9 x 8.7 in (2.5 x 10.0 x 22.0 cm)
Weight 1.00 lb (0.455 kg)
Cells/Type 8-cell Lithium-Ion
Energy Voltage 14.4V
Watt-hour Capacity 52Wh
Amp-hour Capacity 3.6Ah
Temperature Operating (Charging) 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
Operating (Discharging) 14° to 140° F (–10° to 60° C)
Non-operating –4° to 140° F (–20° to 60° C)
Battery Re-Charge Time System in OFF mode or
Standby
3 hours
System ON 3 to 5 hours (depending on system power
consumption)
HP Fast Charge Technology Charges the battery up to 90% within 90 minutes
when system is OFF
Fuel Gauge When pressed, LEDs light indicating level of charge remaining on battery
12.1-Inch Color TFT XGA
Display
Active Area (W x H) 9.7 x 7.3 in (24.5 x 18.4 cm)
Diagonal Size 12.1 in (30.7 cm)
Surface Treatment Anti-glare
Number of Colors Up to 16 M
Contrast Ratio 300:1 (typical)
Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Brightness 150 nit (typical)
Pixel Resolution Pitch 0.240 mm
Format 1024 x 768
Configuration RGB Stripe
Backlight CCFL
PPI 106
Viewing Angle ±45° Horizontal, ±25° Vertical (typical)
Hard Drives
QuickSpecs
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80-GB 5400 rpm Drive Weight 0.22 lb (101 g)
Capacity 80 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-7
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including
settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 156,301,488
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security
60-GB 5400 rpm Drive Weight 0.22 lb (101 g)
Capacity 60 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-7
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including
settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 117,210,240
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security
QuickSpecs
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