HP Compaq nx5000 series User guide

Startup Guide
HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 347401-001
December 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
locate and install the latest versions of HP software, and locate
additional information and support. This guide also introduces
you to exterior features of the notebook.
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The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The
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warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing
herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
Startup Guide
HP Compaq Notebook Series
First Edition December 2003
Reference Number: nx5000
Document Part Number: 347401-001
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Contents
1 Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Selecting Regional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
Selecting Screen Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Checking System Memory and Video
Memory Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Setting Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9
Setting Up Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10
Setting Up Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13
Safeguarding the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–14
Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses . . . . . . . . 1–14
Turning Off the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–15
Using the Notebook Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–15
Regulatory and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16
2 Additional Information, Help, and Updates
Using the Documentation 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
TouchPad Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9
Rear Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11
Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–15
Index
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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 may show imperfections such as bright, dim, or
dark spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays are free from
such imperfections.
✎For governmental agency and safety information, refer to the
Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Documentation CD.
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.
■Run the notebook on external AC power, not on battery power,
throughout initial setup.
■Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been
connected to external AC power.
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To set up the notebook:
1. Insert a battery pack by turning the notebook upside down,
then sliding the battery pack into the battery bay until it is
seated.
✎If you will not be using the notebook 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 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. Connect the AC adapter cable 1to the AC power
connector on the notebook.
c. Connect the power cord 2to the AC adapter.
d. Plug the power cord 3into an electrical outlet. (Power
cords and outlets vary by country.)
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3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1
and lifting the display 2.
4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button.
❏The power/Standby light turns on. (See “Lights” later in
this guide for more information.)
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❏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.
Setting Up the Software
A prompt to set up your software displays on the screen when the
notebook is turned on for the first time. Before responding to the
prompt and proceeding through the online instructions, read the
following caution and other installation information contained in
this chapter.
ÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct device
drivers are installed, follow these guidelines during software setup:
■Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.
■Do not shut down the notebook.
■Do not remove or insert a drive.
■After you begin the software setup, you must complete the
entire process without interruption. Setup time varies.
■If you are prompted to select a language, choose carefully.
The unchosen languages are deleted from the system and
cannot be restored after the setup process has begun.
■If you are prompted to accept the End User License
Agreement, you must choose Accept to continue the software
setup.
■Preloaded software applications are included with the
notebook but must be installed through the Software Setup
utility. Preinstalled software applications have already been
installed on the notebook and require no further installation
procedures.
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■This guide does not take into account any variation that might
result from the notebook being connected to a network.
■This guide includes instructions based on the Microsoft®
Windows® XP and Windows 2000 operating systems. Any
other operating systems installed on this notebook after
purchase might not match the descriptions and procedures
provided in this guide.
✎For Windows XP, this guide includes instructions based on
the category view that is used by default in Windows XP. If
Windows XP is set to classic view on your notebook, you
might notice discrepancies between your notebook and this
documentation. For information on switching views, see
Windows XP Help and Support.
Installing Optional Software
You can install third-party software or preloaded utilities anytime
after initial setup is complete.
■To install third-party software, refer to the documentation
included with the software.
■To install a preloaded utility:
❏In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software
Setup.
❏In Windows 2000, select the Software Setup icon on the
Desktop.
A setup wizard loads, and a list of applications is displayed.
Select the application you want to install, and follow the
instructions on the screen.
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✎To view the descriptions and space requirements of preloaded HP
utilities without installing them
■In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software
Setup.
■In Windows 2000, select the Software Setup icon on the
Desktop.
After viewing the utility information, select Cancel.
Selecting Regional Settings
Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time,
date, and currency format, are set in the operating system. To
access these settings:
■In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time,
Language, and Regional Options > Date and Time; or select
Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Language, and Regional
Options > Regional and Language Options.
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Date/Time; or select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Regional Options.
For information about selecting regional settings, open the
Regional Options window, then use context-sensitive Help. To
use context-sensitive Help, select the question mark button in
the upper right corner of the window, and then select an item.
A definition, explanation, or procedure is displayed.
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Selecting Screen Settings
If you would like to see more items on your screen or to see
the items on your screen displayed larger, change the screen
resolution setting in your operating system. To access the screen
resolution settings:
■In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance
and Themes > Display > Settings tab.
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Display > Settings tab.
Checking System Memory and Video
Memory Size
You can view information about the overall system memory and
video memory size for your notebook by following the directions
in the following sections.
Viewing System Memory
To access information about system memory, press fn+esc or
access system information in Computer Setup:
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the
notebook. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup
message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen.
❏To change the language, press f2.
❏To view navigation information, press f1.
❏To return to the Computer Setup menu, press esc.
2. Select File > System Information.
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3. To exit Computer Setup, choose one of the following:
❏To exit without saving any changes, select File > Ignore
Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the
screen.
❏To exit and save all the settings you have entered, select
File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the
instructions on the screen.
For more information on using Computer Setup, refer to the
“Computer Setup” chapter in the Software Guide on the
Documentation CD.
Viewing Video Memory
To view information about video memory size:
■In Windows XP,select Start > Control Panel > Appearance
and Themes > Display > Settings > Advanced > Adapter.
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Display > Settings > Advanced > Adapter.
Setting Power Options
By the default, your notebook power options are set as follows:
■To turn on the notebook (from Hibernation, Standby, or
Shutdown), press the power button.
■To shut down the notebook, press the power button and
follow the on-screen instructions, or shut down the notebook
through the operating system:
❏In Windows XP, select Start > Turn Off Computer >
Turn Off.
❏In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut Down > Shut
Down, and select OK.
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■To initiate Hibernation:
❏In Windows XP, select Start > Turn Off Computer >
Hibernate.
❏In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut Down > Hibernate,
then select OK.
■To resume from Hibernation, press the power button.
■To initiate Standby, press fn+f3 or:
❏In Windows XP, select Start > Turn Off Computer >
Standby.
❏In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut Down > Standby,
then select OK.
■To resume from Standby, press the power button.
■To turn off the display, close the notebook.
✎Closing the notebook activates the display switch. The display
switch turns off the display and can be set to put the computer
into Hibernation or Standby.
You can configure the power option settings for your notebook in
the power options window:
■In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance
and Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced.
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Power Options > Advanced.
For additional information about notebook power options and
default settings, refer to the “Power” chapter in the Software
Guide on the Documentation CD.
Setting Up Wireless LAN
If your notebook contains a wireless LAN (WLAN) device, the
drivers for it have been preinstalled on the notebook. A WLAN
configuration utility has been preloaded by HP to support your
WLAN device.
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Using a Wireless LAN Utility in Windows 2000
Windows 2000 does not provide an automatic wireless network
configuration utility through the operating system. The WLAN
utility provided by HP on your notebook must be used for
wireless connections.
Using a Wireless LAN Utility in Windows XP
Windows XP provides an automatic wireless network
configuration utility through the operating system. This utility is
enabled by default. However, if your notebook is equipped with a
WLAN device installed by HP, you may prefer to use the utility
designed to work with it instead of using the Windows XP utility.
For more information about using this Windows XP utility, refer
to Windows Help and Support.
For more information about the advantages of using the utility
provided by HP, refer to the following section.
Advantages of the HP WLAN Utility
The HP WLAN utility has advanced capabilities that enhance the
use of your wireless device. This utility works in an integrated
fashion with your WLAN device to configure and to manage your
wireless network. It is also compatible with Cisco standards and
legacy operating systems. This utility is required for use of the
WLAN device with Windows 2000 and for support of Cisco
Client Extensions in Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
Disabling the Windows XP Automatic Wireless
Network Configuration Utility
By default, the Windows XP automatic wireless network
configuration utility will attempt to configure your wireless
connection. If you do not wish to use the Windows XP utility,
you must disable it as follows:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet
Connections > Network Connections.
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2. Right-click Wireless Network Connection, then select
Properties.
3. On the Wireless Networks tab, clear the Use Windows to
configure my wireless network settings check box.
4. Select OK.
The Windows XP automatic wireless network configuration
utility is disabled until you enable it again.
For more information about this Windows XP utility, refer to
Windows Help and Support.
After disabling the Windows XP utility, install the WLAN utility
provide by HP for your wireless device.
Installing the HP WLAN Utility
Install the WLAN utility provided by HP using the following
steps:
1. Open the WLAN Utility Installer in Software Setup:
❏In Windows 2000, select the Software Setup icon on the
Desktop, and then select WLAN Utility Installer.
❏In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software
Setup > WLAN Utility Installer.
2. Select OK, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the installation process.
Locating User Documentation
If your notebook is equipped with a WLAN device, additional
documentation for configuring and using the WLAN device
provided by HP has been included with your notebook. Because
the notebook may be equipped with one of several WLAN
devices, you must first determine which WLAN device is
installed on the notebook, and then locate the appropriate user
documentation for that device.
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To identify your WLAN device in the Network Adapters list:
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
System icon > Hardware tab > Device Manager > Network
Adapters.
■In Windows XP, select Start > My Computer. Right-click the
window and select Properties > Hardware tab > Device
Manager > Network Adapters.
The WLAN device installed on the notebook appears in the list.
To locate the appropriate user documentation:
■Intel® PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI
Adapter—open the wireless utility after it has been installed
and select Help on the menu bar.
■WLAN 802.11a/b/g W500—refer to the Documentation
Library Wireless LAN CD.
✎The user documentation is not available in all languages.
Setting Up Bluetooth
If your notebook contains a preinstalled Bluetooth® device, the
utility that operates the device has been preloaded but not
preinstalled on the notebook. Before you can use this utility,
you must install it using the following steps:
■In Windows 2000, select the Software Setup icon on the
Desktop. Select the Bluetooth utility from the list of
applications, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
■In Windows XP, select Start > All Programs > Software
Setup, select the Bluetooth utility from the list of
applications, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
For more information on configuring and using the Bluetooth
device, refer to the Documentation Library Bluetooth CD.
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Safeguarding the Notebook
Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses
When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet
access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer
viruses can disable the operating system, your applications, or
your utilities, or cause them to function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and
repair damage they have caused.
Using Norton AntiVirus Software
Some notebook models come with Norton AntiVirus software
preinstalled. For more information about this software, use one of
the following methods:
■Refer to the online Help file within the Norton AntiVirus
software.
■Refer to the notebook’s online Help and Support Center by
selecting Start > Help and Support.
Updating Norton AntiVirus Software
To provide protection against newly discovered viruses, you
will need to keep the antivirus software up to date. For more
information about virus updates for Norton AntiVirus software,
refer to their Web site at http://www.symantec.com.
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Turning Off the Notebook
Whenever possible, shut down the notebook by following the
appropriate Windows shutdown procedure:
■In Windows 2000, select Start > Shut Down > Shut Down,
then select the OK button.
■In Windows XP, select Start > Turn off computer > Turn Off.
Using the Notebook Safely
To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be
caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm:
■Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality
surge protector. Surge protectors are available from most
computer or electronics retailers.
■Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the
modem to the telephone jack.
■Run the notebook on battery power or shut down the
notebook and disconnect the power cord.
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Regulatory and Safety Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. For more information, refer to the Regulatory and Safety
Notices on the Documentation CD.
This product is in compliance with relevant European Union
Directives and associated standards. For more information refer
to the European Union Notice contained in the Regulatory and
Safety Notices guide on the Documentation CD.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your
equipment:
■Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible
at all times.
■Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
■If provided with a three-conductor power cord having a three-pin
attachment plug, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet. Do
not disable the power cord grounding pin. The grounding pin is an
important safety feature.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, turn down the volume control before putting on headphones.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety &
Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and
health and work habits for computer users, and provides important
electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on
the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo, on the hard drive, and on the
Documentation CD that is included with the product.
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