HP Compaq nx8420 User instructions

HP recommends
Windows Vista
®
Business
1. Volume Mute Button with LED 13. Poinstick Buttons
2. Volume Down Button 14. Touchpad with scroll zone
3. Volume Up Button 15. Touchpad Buttons
4. Serial Port 16. Hard Drive Activity LED
5. Stereo Speakers 17. Battery Charging LED
6. Integrated Optical Drive 18. Power/Standby LED
7. 2 USB 2.0 Ports 19. Wireless On/Off LED
8. Microphone Jack 20. Power Button with LED
9. Integrated Microphone 21. HP Info Center Button
10. Headphone Jack 22. Wireless On/Off Button with LED
11. Optional Biometric Fingerprint Sensor 23. Presentation Mode Button
12. Pointstick (Dual point option available on nc8430 only) 24. Ambient Light Sensor
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1. Kensington Lock Slot 7. PC Card Slot
2. RJ-45 Port (NIC) 8. SD Media Slot
3. RJ-11 Port (Modem) 9. Integrated Smart Card Reader
4. S-Video TV Out 10. PC Card Eject Button
5. IEEE 1394a Port 11. VGA/External Monitor Port
6. USB 2.0 Port 12. Power Connector
At A Glance
Genuine Windows Vista Business*,
Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32,
Genuine Windows XP Professional,
Genuine Windows XP Home Edition,
FreeDOS
Sleek light-weight design starting at 5.95 lb (2.7 kg) and 1.1 inch (28 mm) thin at front
Intel® Core™ Duo and Intel Core 2 Duo processors
15.4-inch wide screen display
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video memory
Up to 4GB of 533- or 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM, dual channel memory support
Up to 120-GB 5400 rpm, user-removable hard drive
Optional 802.11 a/b/g or 802.11 b/g wireless LAN modules and optional Bluetooth®
IEEE 1394a Port
Integrated SD Media Reader
Security features include integrated Smart Card Reader, TPM Embedded Security Chip**, and Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
Certified for SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 for x86 and Novell Linux Desktop 9 SP3 for x86
Protected by three-year standard parts and labor warranty – certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Warranty upgrades are
available.
* At initial boot, either 32- or 64-bit can be selected. This is a one time selection and the other version will be deleted. The 64-bit
version is for Intel Core 2 Duo models only.
** TPM module disabled where use is restricted by law; for example, Russia.
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Processors Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7600 (2.33-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7400 (2.16-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2.0-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5600 (1.83-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)*
Intel Core Duo processor T2600* (2.16-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Intel Core Duo processor T2500* (2.00-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
Intel Core Duo processor T2400* (1.83-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)
* Intel's numbering is not a measurement of higher performance.
NOTE: Processor speed denotes maximum performance mode; processors will run at lower speeds in
battery optimization mode.
Operating System Preinstalled Genuine Windows Vista Business
†
*
Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32*
Genuine Windows XP Professional SP2
Genuine Windows XP Home Edition SP2
FreeDOS
Supported
(select drivers available on
http://www.hp.com )
Genuine Windows Vista Enterprise
†
*
Microsoft Windows 2000
Certified SuSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
†
At initial boot, either 32- or 64-bit can be selected. This is a one time selection and the other version will
be deleted. The 64-bit version is for Intel Core 2 Duo models only.
* Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced or additional hardware.
See http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for details. Windows Vista Upgrade
Advisor can help you determine which features of Windows Vista will run on your computer. To download
the tool, visit http://www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor .
Chipset Mobile Intel 945PM Express Chipset with 667-MHz front side bus
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video memory
Microsoft DirectX 9 capable
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Display Internal 15.4-inch WXGA display with 1280 x 800 resolution
15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display with 1680 x 1050 resolution
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.
Memory Standard 512-MB, 1024-MB or 2048-MB 533-MHz or 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM SODIMMs;
two SODIMM slots supporting dual channel memory
Maximum Upgradeable to 4096-MB maximum (2048-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. Above 3-GB, all memory may not be available due to system resource requirements.
Communications Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller (10/100/1000 NIC*) with HP
Smart Power NIC Technology
56K V.92 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/sec. 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.
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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 4.0)
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
3945ABG Network
Connection
Intel Centrino mobile technology
Integrated support for 802.11a, b and g
Up to 54-mbps data rate
Broadcom 4311AG WiFi
Adapter
Integrated support for 802.11a, b and g
Up to 54-mbps data rate
Broadcom 4311BG WiFi
Adapter
Integrated support for 802.11 b and g
Up to 54-mbps data rate
HP Integrated Module
with Bluetooth 2.0
Wireless Technology
Bluetooth Specification v2.0 compliant
Works with a wide range of Bluetooth devices
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: Wireless On/Off, HP Info, Presentation, Volume down,
Volume up, and Volume Mute.
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices – Touchpad with scroll zone and three soft-touch buttons and Pointstick with three
soft-touch buttons
Expansion Card Slots
One Type I/II PC Card slot Supports 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC Cards
One Integrated Smart
Card Reader
Compatible with ISO 7816 compliant Smart Cards
PC/SC interface support
Media Slots
One integrated Secure
Digital slot
Supports SD (Secure Digital) and MultiMedia Card media
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Storage Hard Drives 60-, 80-, 100-, 120-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA
80-, 100-GB 7200 rpm SMART SATA
NOTE: These hard drives are customer removable and will withstand multiple insertion/removal cycles. Up
to 8 GB is reserved for the system recovery software.
HP Mobile Data
Protection System 3D
Hard drive is mounted directly to the notebook frame, reducing the
transmission of shock to the hard drive. Uses three-axis digital motion
detection with intelligent sensitivity to help protect the hard drive during
normal use from shock and vibration.
Fixed Optical Drives DVD/CD-RW Combo
DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer
LightScribe DVD+/-RW with Double Layer
Interfaces PC Card Slot One – Type I/II
Smart Card Reader One
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
Serial Port One
IEEE 1394a Port (4-pin) One
S-Video TV Out One (Support for NTSC/PAL)
USB 2.0 Three
Docking Connector One
Accessory Battery
Connector
One
LED Status Indicators Eleven
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
Integrated 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro compatible audio
Integrated stereo speakers
Integrated directional microphone
External volume up, volume down, and mute buttons
Stereo headphone/line out
Stereo microphone in
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Software Preinstalled Software
Microsoft Windows XP
Adobe Acrobat Reader*
HP Backup and Recovery Manager
HP Help and Support Center*
HP Mobile Print Driver*
HP ProtectTools Security Manager*:
BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools
Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools
Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools
HP Quick Launch Buttons
HP Wireless Assistant
HP OpenView Radia Management Solutions
Sonic Digital Media Plus*:
RecordNow! (for optional DVD+/-RW and DVD/CDRW drives)
MyDVD (DVD Authoring for optional DVD+/-RW drives)
Synaptics Touchpad Driver
Symantec Norton Internet Security* with complimentary 60-day live update
Intervideo WinDVD – DVD Player (for optional DVD+/-RW, DVD/CDRW and DVD
drives)
* NOTE: Software marked with an asterisk is loaded on the hard drive and can be installed by running the
Software Setup utility.
Additional software
available from the Web
HP Client Manager Software
Smart Card Security for HP ProtectTools
Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools
HP Backup and Recovery
Manager
Each unit is shipped with HP Backup and Recovery Manager. HP Backup and Recovery Manager can provide
data and system file protection for HP business PCs to enable fast recovery if the system becomes
corrupted or if important information is accidentally deleted. HP Backup and Recovery Manager can
perform scheduled or manual backups of the entire drive or individual files and folders. Up to 8 GB is
reserved for the system recovery software. HP Backup and Recovery Manager can also create software
recovery CDs or DVDs (requires optional hardware).
HP OpenView Radia
Management Solutions
HP OpenView Radia Management Solutions automate the management of software such as operating
systems, software, software updates, content, and configuration settings to ensure that each computer is
maintained in the correct configuration.
HP Client Management
Interface
HP Client Management Interface is based on industry standards that include Microsoft Windows
Management Interface (MS WMI), Web Based Enterprise Management (WBEM), System Management BIOS
(SMBIOS), and Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). HP CMI is a foundation technology
utilized in HP Client Management Solutions.
SMBIOS Version 2.4 System Management BIOS, previously known as DMI BIOS, is used to store system management
information.
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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
- Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools
Security Standard Features HP ProtectTools Security Manager
Configuration Control Hardware
Memory Change Alert
Ownership Tag
Setup Password
Power-On Password
DriveLock
TPM Enhanced DriveLock*
HP Disk Sanitizer
Kensington Lock Slot
Support for Computrace / LoJack for Laptops (must be purchased separately)
Integrated Smart Card
Reader
Compatible with ISO 7816 compliant Smart Cards
PC/SC interface support
TPM 1.2 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. TPM module disabled where use is
restricted by law; for example, Russia.
Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
For more information on HP security solutions refer to http://www.hp.com/go/security .
Power Supply External 90-watt 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*
*Fast Charge Technology recharges your battery up to 90% within 90 minutes when the system is off. Fast Charge Technology does
not apply to 12-cell Ultra-Capacity batteries.
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Battery Primary Battery 8-cell (69Wh) high capacity Lithium-Ion
Optional 8-Cell Extended
Life Battery
8-cell (52Wh) high capacity Lithium-Ion
Optional HP 12-Cell Ultra-
Capacity Battery
12-cell (95Wh) high capacity Lithium-Ion
Battery Life Primary Battery Up to 4 hours
Primary Battery and
optional HP 8-Cell
Extended Life Battery
Up to 7 hours and 30 minutes
Primary Battery and
optional HP 12-Cell Ultra-
Capacity Battery
Up to 10 hours
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 2 weeks
Power Conservation Supports enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology with Intel Core Duo processors (allows Battery Optimized
Mode, Maximum Performance Mode, or Automatic mode)
ATI PowerPlay technology
HP Smart Power NIC technology
Hibernation
Standby
ACPI compliance
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 (depending on model). 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 .
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Processor Intel Core Duo Processor T2400*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512 MB 533-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 60-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WXGA
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core Duo Processor T2500*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 533-MHz DDR2 (2 DIMMs)
Hard Drive 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core Duo Processor T2500*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 667-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
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Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core Duo Processor T2600*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 533-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 100-GB 7200 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5600 (1.83-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 512 MB 667-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WXGA
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2.0-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 667-MHz DDR2 (2 DIMMs)
Hard Drive 100-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
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Optical Drive DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2.0-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 667-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD/CD-RW Combo
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Processor Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7400 (2.16-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)*
Operating System Genuine Windows XP Professional
System Memory 1024 MB 667-MHz DDR2 (1 DIMM)
Hard Drive 100-GB 7200 rpm SATA
Display 15.4-inch WSXGA+ wide viewing angle display
Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 graphics controller with 256 MB of discrete video
memory
Audio ADI High Definition CODEC
line out/headphone and microphone jacks
integrated microphone
Communications 56K V.92 modem
Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Controller
(10/100/1000 NIC)
Integrated Wireless Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth 2.0
Integrated Security TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip
HP Biometric Fingerprint Sensor
Smart Card Reader
Pointing Device Dual pointing devices (both Pointstick and Touchpad)
Optical Drive DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer
Battery 8-cell (69 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power External 90W AC adapter
Warranty 3/3/0
* Intel's numbering system is not a measurement of higher performance.
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Memory 512-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE831A
1-GB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE832A
512-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM993AA
1-GB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM994AA
2-GB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM995AA
MultiBay II Storage
(9.5-mm)
NOTE: Requires HP
Advanced Docking Station
or HP External MultiBay II
DVD-ROM MultiBay II Drive PA849A
Combo DVD/CD-RW MultiBay II Drive PA850A
DVD+/-RW SuperMulti with Double Layer MultiBay II Drive PA851A
80-GB 5400 rpm MultiBay II Hard Drive PH357A
Other Storage 80-GB 5400 rpm Primary SATA Hard Drive ET354AA
DVD+/-RW Double Layer Drive with LightScribe Upgrade (Available July 2006) ET353AA
HP USB Digital Drive + 256-MB Secure Digital Card DL702AA
HP USB Diskette Drive DC361B
Communications Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG 802.11 a/b/g WLAN option kit EX150AA#ABA
Expansion Solutions HP Docking Station EN488AA#ABA
HP Advanced Docking Station EN489AA#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
90W Smart AC Adapter ED495AA#ABA
90W Smart Auto Adapter ED493AA
65W Air/Auto/AC Combo Adapter ED993AA#ABA
Primary 8-cell Battery Pack PB992A
HP 8-cell Extended Life Battery PB993A
HP 12-cell Ultra-Capacity Battery EJ092AA
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Carrying Cases HP Entry Value Case DL617A
HP Top Load Nylon Case DC915A
HP Executive Leather case PA847A
HP Sport Backpack DG102A
Security HP PCMCIA 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
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Supports up to 4096 MB* of 533-MHz or 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Two DIMM slots
DIMM sizes supported: 512 MB, 1024 MB, and 2048 MB
Standard Memory 512 MB (512 MB x 1 or 256 MB x 2)
1024 MB (1024 MB x 1 or 512 MB x 2)
2048 MB (1024 MB x 2)
4096 MB* (2048 MB x 2)
Optional Memory
Upgrades
Support for up to 4096 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. Maximized dual-channel performance requires SODIMMs of the same size and
speed in both memory slots.
Up to Slot 1 Slot 2
512 MB 512 MB Empty
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
4096 MB 2048 MB 2048 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 512-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE831A
1024-MB 533-MHz DDR2 SDRAM PE832A
512-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM993AA
1024-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM994AA
2048-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM995AA
* Above 3-GB, all memory may not be available due to system resource requirements.
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Removable Media Drive Support
Quantity Supported Drive Bay
LightScribe DVD+/-RW Drive with
Double Layer
One Fixed optical drive bay
DVD+/-RW SuperMulti Drive with
Double Layer
One Fixed optical drive bay
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive One Fixed optical drive bay
Hard Drive Support
Quantity Supported Drive Bay
Primary Hard Drives
100-GB 7200 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
80-GB 7200 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
120-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
100-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
80-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
60-GB 5400 rpm SMART SATA Hard
Drive
One Dedicated hard drive bay
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Storage
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System Unit Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.1 in (at front) x 14.1 in x 10.2 in
28 mm (at front) x 358 mm x 259 mm
Weight 5.9 lb (2.7 kg)
NOTE: Height varies depending upon where on the notebook the measurement is made. Weight includes
8-cell battery, 60-GB hard drive, 512-MB memory, 802.11 wireless communications module, and TPM
Embedded Security Chip. Weight varies by configuration and components.
Stand-Alone Power
Requirements
Normal Operating Voltage 19 V
Average Operating Power 39 W
Max Operating Power < 90 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
UL Yes
CSA Yes
FCC Compliance Yes
Energy Star Compliant Yes
ICES Yes
GS Yes
Australia / NZ A-Tick
Compliance
Yes
CCC Yes
Japan VCCI Compliance Yes
MIC Yes
BSMI Yes
CE Marking Compliance Yes
BNCI or BELUS Yes
CIT Yes
GOST Yes
Saudi Arabian Compliance
(ICCP)
Yes
SABS Yes
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