HP OMNIBOOK 3000 Instruction Manual

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HP OmniBook 3000
User’s Handbook
HP OMNIBOOK 3000 USER’S HANDBOOK............................................4
Using This Online Handbook................................................................................................4
Finding More Information ....................................................................................................4
Notice.....................................................................................................................................5
1. INTRODUCING THE OMNIBOOK ........................................................6
Identifying the Parts of the OmniBook.................................................................................7
Powering the OmniBook .....................................................................................................10
To connect ac power (and recharge the battery)..................................................................10
To turn the OmniBook on and off......................................................................................11
To recharge the battery ......................................................................................................11
To transport the OmniBook ...............................................................................................11
2. OPERATING THE OMNIBOOK ..........................................................12
Adjusting the Display ..........................................................................................................12
To adjust the display..........................................................................................................12
Using the TouchPad.............................................................................................................13
To move the pointer...........................................................................................................13
To select items in the display.............................................................................................13
To drag items or to select text............................................................................................13
To scroll the display (the virtual scroll bar)........................................................................14
To configure the TouchPad................................................................................................14
Using the OmniBook Keyboard..........................................................................................15
To use the function keys (F1 through F12).........................................................................16
To type numbers on the built-in keypad .............................................................................17
To use the keypad on an external keyboard ........................................................................17
Checking the Status of the OmniBook................................................................................18
The Status Panel................................................................................................................18
The Taskbar.......................................................................................................................19
Inserting and Removing a Plug-In Module.........................................................................20
To remove a plug-in module..............................................................................................20
To insert a plug-in module.................................................................................................21
Inserting and Removing Storage Media..............................................................................21
To insert and eject a floppy disk.........................................................................................21
To insert a PC Card...........................................................................................................22

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To remove a PC Card.........................................................................................................23
To insert and remove a CD................................................................................................23
To open the CD-ROM drive manually ...............................................................................24
Adjusting the Sound System................................................................................................25
To adjust the speaker volume.............................................................................................25
To temporarily silence the speaker output ..........................................................................25
Using the Infrared Port.......................................................................................................26
Setting a Password...............................................................................................................27
To set or change a password ..............................................................................................27
To clear a password ...........................................................................................................27
Learning About Windows....................................................................................................28
To learn about Windows....................................................................................................28
3. MAKING CONNECTIONS...................................................................29
Connecting Peripheral Devices ...........................................................................................29
To connect an external floppy drive ...................................................................................29
To connect an external monitor..........................................................................................30
To connect a printer or other parallel device ......................................................................31
To connect a serial mouse or other serial device.................................................................31
To connect an external PS/2 keyboard or a PS/2 mouse......................................................32
To disconnect an external PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse....................................................33
To connect a Universal Serial Bus device...........................................................................34
To connect an audio source, a microphone, and headphones..............................................34
Connecting a Port Replicator..............................................................................................35
To dock the OmniBook with the port replicator .................................................................35
To undock the OmniBook from the port replicator.............................................................36
4. POWER MANAGEMENT.....................................................................37
Understanding Power Modes ..............................................................................................37
Resetting the OmniBook......................................................................................................39
To reset the OmniBook......................................................................................................39
Monitoring Battery Power ..................................................................................................40
To check the battery status.................................................................................................40
To respond to a low-battery warning..................................................................................40
Recharging and Replacing Batteries ..................................................................................41
To recharge the battery or run on ac power ........................................................................41
To interpret the power and battery lights............................................................................42
To replace the battery.........................................................................................................42
Conserving Battery Power ..................................................................................................44
To save battery power ........................................................................................................44
To change a time-out setting..............................................................................................44

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5. MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY...........................................................46
Cleaning the Computer .......................................................................................................46
Safety Information...............................................................................................................46
Working in Comfort............................................................................................................47
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................48
Other Sources of Information..............................................................................................48
Common Problems...............................................................................................................49
Printing Problems..............................................................................................................49
Memory Problems..............................................................................................................49
TouchPad and Mouse Problems .........................................................................................49
File, Drive, and PC Card Problems ....................................................................................50
Serial and Infrared Communications Problems ..................................................................50
Sound Problems.................................................................................................................51
Display Problems...............................................................................................................51
Power Problems.................................................................................................................51
Lockup Problems...............................................................................................................52

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HP OmniBook 3000 User’s Handbook
This handbook describes how to use the OmniBook with the Microsoft®
Windows® 95 operating system. It focuses on the special Hewlett-Packard hardware
and software, not the Windows operating system itself. For questions about the
operating system, refer to the Microsoft Windows 95 manual shipped with the
OmniBook.
For information about other supported operating systems (such as Windows NT),
refer to our Corporate Evaluator’s Guide, which is also available on our website,
http//www.hp.com/go/omnibook. It contains installation information and some
operating hints. Refer also to your user’s manual for the operating system.
Using This Online Handbook
This online User’s Handbook looks similar to a printed manual—and it works like a
printed manual in many ways, too. But you can do several handy things you can’t do
with a manual. For example, you can make the type larger or smaller. You can click
pictures to enlarge them. You can add electronic bookmarks for marking key
information. And you can print all or part of the manual on your printer.
• Press F1. You’ll see a description of the features of this online manual.
Finding More Information
This OmniBook User’s Handbook introduces the OmniBook and shows you how to
operate your OmniBook. For more information about using your OmniBook, look in
these additional places:
• The printed OmniBook Reference Guide shows how to set up the operating
system, install and connect accessories, and maintain and upgrade the
OmniBook. It also includes troubleshooting information.
• The Introducing Microsoft Windows 95 manual, shipped with your OmniBook,
contains information about using the standard features of Windows 95.
• The online Help for Windows applications provides information about those
applications. Use the Help menu or Help button, or just press F1.
• The OmniBook Notes icon gives late-breaking information available after the
online manual was completed. Click Start, Programs, OmniBook Library,
OmniBook Notes.
• Many bookstores have books about Windows for people with different levels of
experience.
• For updates to the BIOS and other technical information, connect to our website
on the Internet at http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook.
• You can obtain a backup copy of the OmniBook Reference Guide (which came
with your OmniBook) or of this OmniBook User’s Handbook from our website
(http://www.hp.com/go/omnibook). You can view it or print it using an Acrobat
viewer, available free of charge through our website. To re-install the User’s

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Handbook onto your hard drive, insert the Recovery CD and run
OMNIBOOK\HPUTILS\DISK1\SETUP.EXE.
Notice
This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject
to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind
with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard Co. shall not be
liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
the furnishing, performance, or use of this manual or the examples herein.
Consumer transactions in Australia and the United Kingdom: The above disclaimers
and limitations shall not apply to Consumer transactions in Australia and the United
Kingdom and shall not affect the statutory rights of Consumers.
© Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 1997. All rights reserved. Reproduction,
adaptation, or translation of this manual is prohibited without prior written permission
of Hewlett-Packard Company, except as allowed under the copyright laws.
The programs that control this product are copyrighted and all rights are reserved.
Reproduction, adaptation, or translation of those programs without prior written
permission of Hewlett-Packard Co. is also prohibited.
Portions of the programs that control this product may also be copyrighted by
Microsoft Corporation, SystemSoft Corp., Crystal Semiconductor Corporation,
Phoenix Technologies, Ltd., and NeoMagic, Inc. See the individual programs for
additional copyright notices.
Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Pentium and the Intel Inside logo are U.S. registered trademarks and MMX is a U.S.
trademark of Intel Corporation.
For warranty information, see the Support and Service booklet.
Hewlett-Packard Company
Mobile Computing Division
19310 Pruneridge Ave.
Cupertino, CA 95014, U.S.A.
Edition 1 September 1997

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1. Introducing the OmniBook
This chapter introduces the OmniBook and helps you get familiar with your new
computer. It covers
• Identifying the Parts of the OmniBook.
• Powering the computer (ac, battery, and on/off).
The OmniBook’s modular design provides maximum expandability without
compromising portability. The high-performance Pentium® CPU with MMX™
technology and enhanced IDE hard drive provide you with the processing power
needed to handle complex graphics and large sound files. Two PC Card slots give
you the ability to use standard PC Cards, such as a LAN adapter or memory cards.
The floppy disk drive module in the plug-in module bay can be replaced with a CD-
ROM drive module, giving you access to a greater variety of graphics and
multimedia software. You can use the floppy disk drive outside the module bay using
the external floppy disk drive cable. This cable allows you to connect the floppy disk
drive to the parallel port when the module bay is occupied.

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Identifying the Parts of the OmniBook
The illustrations below point out key parts of the OmniBook.
1. Power Light
Steady green light: Battery charging.
Blinking light: Not charging (plugged in).
No light: Not charging (not plugged in).
2. Built-in Microphone
3. Status Panel.
4. TouchPad (Pointing Device)
5. Latch to Open and Close the OmniBook
6. Main Battery

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7. Floppy Disk Drive and Plug-in Module Bay
The module bay can contain a floppy drive, Zip drive, CD-ROM drive, or a
secondary battery.
8. Built-In Stereo Speakers
9. Power Button
On/Suspend/Off. To completely power down the computer, hold this button for
more than 4 seconds. The computer will reset.
1. PC Card Slots, Upper and Lower
Accepts PC Card types II or III (PCMCIA and CardBus).
2. Eject Buttons, Upper and Lower PC Card Slots
Press once to pop out the button, and press again to eject the card.
3. Audio Line-In Jack
To connect external audio sources.
4. External Microphone Jack
5. Audio Line-Out Jack
To connect external audio devices, such as headphones.
6. AC Adapter Jack

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7. Kensington Lock Slot
8. Hard Disk Drive
1. Infrared Port
Use this port for wireless data transmission between the OmniBook and another
computer or a printer with an infrared port. IR drivers must be installed.
2. Serial Port (COM)
Use this port for a serial mouse, a modem, or a serial printer.
3. External Monitor Port (VGA)
4. Docking Port (for the Port Replicator)
5. Universal Serial Bus Port (USB)
6. Parallel Port (LPT1)
Use this port for a parallel printer.
7. System-Off Button
Use only when the OmniBook stops responding. Pressing this button (with a pen
tip or a paper clip tip) turns the computer off and resets it. Unsaved data will be
lost.
8. PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Port

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Powering the OmniBook
There are two ways to power the OmniBook: by battery and by ac adapter.
To connect ac power (and recharge the battery)
Caution
Use only the HP adapter intended for this product, model F1377A. Using any
other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and void your warranty.
1. Connect the power cord to the ac adapter, as shown, and then plug the cord into
a grounded outlet.
2. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook’s left side, as shown. The indicator
light on the ac adapter shines when the adapter is on.
The HPF1379A automobile adapter is available to power the computer via a car’s
cigarette lighter.

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To turn the OmniBook on and off
• On. Press the blue power button to turn the computer on.
• Suspend. Select Start menu, Suspend or press the blue power button briefly
(about 1 second) to suspend activity when the OmniBook is on. The computer
restores your previous work session when you turn it back on.
• Off. Select Start menu, Shut Down or press the blue power button for more than
4 seconds to completely shut down the computer. The computer is reset when
you turn it back on. Unsaved data will be lost.
• Hibernate. Press Fn+F12. This is like Off, except that your current work session
is first saved to disk.
• Lid Switch. Closing the lid (for more than 2 seconds) also suspends the
computer. (If an external monitor is connected, closing the lid merely turns off
the built-in display and turns on the external display.)
For information on the different power states, see “Understanding Power Modes.”
To recharge the battery
Caution
Use only the HP adapter intended for this OmniBook, model F1377A. Using
any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and void your warranty.
• Connect the ac adapter to the computer.
When the OmniBook is plugged into ac power, it automatically recharges the
battery. The charging time is about 2.2 hours while the computer is in use, or
about 1.5 hours while the computer is off or in Suspend mode.
The power light burns a steady green when the battery is being recharged.
For information on the different states of charging, see “Monitoring Battery Power.”
To transport the OmniBook
• Save your work and turn the computer off (hold the power button for more than 4
seconds).
• Disconnect all peripheral devices.
• Close and latch the lid.
• Make sure the floppy drive does not contain a disk. When a disk is in the drive,
the eject button pops out. During transport, you could damage this button if it is
popped out.

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2. Operating the OmniBook
This chapter discusses
• Adjusting the display.
• Using the TouchPad.
• Using the keyboard.
• Using the status panel.
• Inserting and removing a plug-in accessory module.
• Inserting and removing storage media.
• Adjusting the sound system.
• Using the infrared port.
• Setting a password.
• Where to learn about Windows.
Adjusting the Display
The OmniBook uses special key combinations, called hot keys, to control brightness.
To adjust the display
• Press Fn+F1 to decrease the brightness.
• Press Fn+F2 to increase the brightness.
Hint
Brightness affects battery time. To maximize your battery operating time, set the
brightness to the lowest comfortable setting, so that the internal light is uses less
power.

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Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad is a touch-sensitive pointing device located below the center of the
keyboard. The two click buttons are located below the TouchPad.
The TouchPad controls the motion and speed of the pointer on the screen. The click
buttons work like those on a standard mouse. What the buttons do depends on the
software being used.
To move the pointer
1. If you place your hands in the typing position, either thumb can reach from the
spacebar to the TouchPad.
2. Move a thumb or finger across the TouchPad in the direction you want the
pointer to move.
3. Use your thumb to click buttons, such as to select or drag an item.
To select items in the display
• Single-clicking and double-clicking: The TouchPad’s left and right buttons
function like the left and right buttons on a mouse. For instance, to open an
application, move the pointer over the icon, then press the left button twice
rapidly. To make menu selections, highlight the entry and press the left button
once. To open the menu for an item, highlight it and click the right button.
• Single-tapping and double-tapping: Tapping has the same function as
clicking. To select an item, you can tap on the TouchPad instead of clicking a
button.
To drag items or to select text
1. First move the pointer over the item.
2. Press and hold the left button with your thumb.
3. Use your index finger on the TouchPad to move to the new location.
4. Release the button.

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To scroll the display (the virtual scroll bar)
In a window with a scroll bar, you can scroll the display without moving the pointer
away from your work.
• Slide your finger up and down the right edge of the TouchPad.
To configure the TouchPad
The TouchPad has settings to adjust its sensitivity, speed, and how it interprets taps.
There are also optional enhancements to choose from. There is online Help and a
Tutorial to explain the details.
• From the Control Panel (in My Computer or under Start, Settings), select Mouse
and then the TouchPad tab.
• The Enhancements button provides access to the Tutorial, as well as the Edge
Finder and adjustments to the virtual scroll bar.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard
Warning
Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with
ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see the “Working
in Comfort” instructions provided in the online OmniBook Library and in
Windows Help. They are also available at our website,
http://www.hp.com/mcd/ergo
The OmniBook keyboard has several special features:
• Function Keys
Labeled F1 through F12, these keys provide shortcut key sequences.
• The Fn Key
This is a shift key (like SHIFT, CTRL, and ALT), providing access to those
functions labeled in light gray on the keyboard. Press and hold Fn while pressing
the desired function key. For instance, pressing Fn+F1 decreases the brightness
of the display.
• Windows 95 Keys
There are three Windows 95 keys by the spacebar. Two of them bring up the
Start menu, and the one with the icon of a menu brings up the Properties menu
(equivalent to pressing the right mouse button while pointing at an object on the
Windows desktop).
• Embedded Keypad
When the keypad is active and Num Lock is on, keys change to the numeric or
arithmetic designations printed in gray on the front facets of those keys. See “To
type numbers on the built-in keypad.”

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• Alt Gr key
If your keyboard has an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar, you hold that
key to type the characters printed at the bottom-right corners of keys. For keys
that have four characters, hold SHIFT and ALT GR to type the upper-right
characters.
¬
‘ALTGR
Unshifted
SHIFT
To use the Fn hot keys
The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key
sequence—for various system controls.
Hot Keys Effect
Fn + F1 Decreases the display’s brightness.
Fn + F2 Increases the display’s brightness.
Fn + F3 Decreases the display’s contrast (non-TFT
displays only).
Fn + F4 Increases the display’s contrast (non-TFT
displays only).
Fn + F5 Switches among the built-in display, an external
display, and simultaneous displays.
Fn + F6 (hold) For use with two batteries: The battery indicator
in the status panel briefly displays the individual
battery status for each battery.
Fn + F7 Toggles the sound on and off (mutes sound).
Fn + F8 Toggles the built-in keypad on and off. Does not
affect an external keyboard. If Num Lock is on,
then the numeric functions are active;
otherwise, cursor control is active.
Fn + F9 Toggles Num Lock (numeric functions for the
keypad) on and off.
Fn + F10 Toggles Scroll Lock on and off.
Fn + F12 Enters Hibernate mode.
Fn + R Enters Suspend mode.
Fn + S Enters Standby mode.
Fn + UP-ARROW Increases sound volume.
Fn + DOWN-ARROW Decreases sound volume.

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To type numbers on the built-in keypad
1. Press Fn+F9 to turn Num Lock on and off.
2. Press Fn+F8 to turn the embedded keypad on and off.
—or—
To temporarily turn on the embedded keypad, hold Fn while typing a key.
Hint
Num Lock. Consider leaving Num Lock on all the time. Then, when you want to use
the embedded keypad on your built-in keyboard, turn it on (by pressing Fn+F8), or
else press Fn before each keypad key.
To use the keypad on an external keyboard
• Press Fn+F9 to turn Num Lock on and off. This activates the keypad on an
external keyboard.

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Checking the Status of the OmniBook
The OmniBook status panel, located above the keyboard, contains indicators that
show the current status of the OmniBook. The indicators in the status panel show
• Power status.
• Drive status.
• Keyboard status.
The Status Panel
AC power. The ac adapter is plugged in.
Blinks when the battery is being charged.
Battery status. Shows the approximate
charge level of the battery relative to a full
charge. Each bar represents a 10% charge.
The upper and lower triangles indicate the
presence of main (upper) and secondary
(lower) batteries. A triangle blinks when that
battery is in use. See also “To check the
battery status.”
Battery low. The outline blinks when the
battery charge is critically low. The OmniBook
also beeps.
Defective battery. No battery activity; no
charging.
Overheated battery. The battery is too hot to
charge.
CD-ROM drive or hard disk drive. The
OmniBook is accessing one of these built-in
drives.
Floppy disk drive. The OmniBook is
accessing the floppy disk drive.
PC Card. There is activity between the PC
Card and the computer.
Suspend mode. These symbols flash from
left to right when the OmniBook is suspended
(turned off by pressing the power button
briefly). See “Definitions of Modes.”

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Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active.
Num Lock. Num Lock is active (Fn+F9).
Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active (Fn+F10).
Keypad Lock. The built-in embedded keypad
is active (Fn+F8). Num Lock must also be on
for the numeric keys. See “To type numbers
on the built-in keypad.”
The Taskbar
The Windows 95 taskbar also shows status information about ac power or battery
use, sound, infrared, and PC Card use. The indicators shown vary depending on the
current state of the OmniBook—whether a PC Card is present or whether the ac
adapter is connected, for example.
Some of the taskbar indicators provide information or control when you move the
pointer over the indicator or when you click the indicator (or double-click, or right-
click). For example, double-click the ac or battery indicator to find out how much
battery power remains.