HP OmniBook 4100 User manual

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HP OmniBook 4100
Reference Guide

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Notice
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HP Software Product License Agreement
Your HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read the
Software License Agreement before proceeding.
Carefully read this License Agreement before proceeding to operate this
equipment. Rights in the software are offered only on the condition that the
customer agrees to all terms and conditions of the License Agreement.
Proceeding to operate the equipment indicates your acceptance of these terms
and conditions. If you do not agree with the terms of the License Agreement,
you must now either remove the software from your hard disk drive and destroy
the master diskettes, or return the complete computer and software for a full
refund.
Proceeding with configuration signifies your acceptance of the License Terms.
Unless otherwise stated below, this HP Software Product License Agreement
shall govern the use of all software that is provided to you, the customer, as part
of the HP computer product. It shall supersede any non-HP software license
terms that may be found online, or in any documentation or other materials
contained in the computer product packaging.
Note:
Operating System Software by Microsoft is licensed to you under the Microsoft
End User License Agreement (EULA) contained in the Microsoft documentation.
The following License Terms govern the use of the software:
Use. Customer may use the software on any one computer. Customer may not
network the software or otherwise use it on more than one computer. Customer may
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Copies and Adaptations. Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software
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the use of the software with a computer so long as the copies and adaptations are
used in no other manner.
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Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software may have been developed by
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recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii) The use of any operating system

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Contents
1. Introducing the OmniBook ............................... 1-9
Taking Inventory....................................... 1-11
Included in the OmniBook 4100 box ....................... 1-11
To buy OmniBook accessories ........................... 1-12
OmniBook features ................................... 1-13
Setting Up Windows .................................... 1-16
To set up the OmniBook ............................... 1-17
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility............. 1-19
To run the BIOS Setup utility............................. 1-19
Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools ..................... 1-25
To install TopTools ................................... 1-25
To run TopTools ..................................... 1-25
To get more information about TopTools .................... 1-25
2. Operating the OmniBook ................................ 1-27
Starting and Stopping the OmniBook......................... 1-29
To start and stop the OmniBook .......................... 1-29
To reset the OmniBook ................................ 1-30
Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices........................ 1-31
To use the built-in pointing devices ........................ 1-32
To activate full touch pad capabilities ...................... 1-33
To activate full pointing stick capabilities.................... 1-34
To configure pointing devices............................ 1-35
Using the OmniBook Display .............................. 1-36
To adjust the display brightness .......................... 1-36
To extend the life of the display .......................... 1-36
Adjusting the Audio System ............................... 1-37
To adjust the volume manually ........................... 1-37
To adjust the volume in Windows ......................... 1-37
Using the OmniBook Keyboard............................. 1-38
To use the Fn hot keys ................................. 1-39
To use the Windows keys ............................... 1-40
To use the embedded keypad............................ 1-40
To use the ALT GR key................................. 1-41
Checking the Status of the OmniBook ........................ 1-42
To interpret the status lights ............................. 1-42
Protecting the OmniBook................................. 1-44
To set or change a password............................. 1-45

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To delete a password.................................. 1-46
To install McAfee VirusScan ............................. 1-46
To attach a security cable............................... 1-47
To set PC identification ................................ 1-48
To enable hard disk drive lock ........................... 1-48
3. Managing Battery Power................................. 1-49
Monitoring Battery Power................................. 1-51
To check the battery status.............................. 1-52
To respond to a low-battery warning ....................... 1-52
To recharge a battery.................................. 1-53
To replace the main battery ............................. 1-54
To install a second battery .............................. 1-56
Conserving Battery Power ................................ 1-57
To save battery power ................................. 1-57
To set time-outs...................................... 1-58
To get the most from your battery ......................... 1-59
4. Making Connections .................................... 1-61
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules ........................... 1-63
To replace a plug-in module............................. 1-64
To insert or eject a floppy disk ........................... 1-65
To insert or remove a CD ............................... 1-66
Connecting External Devices .............................. 1-67
To identify connectors for external devices................... 1-68
To connect an external monitor .......................... 1-69
To enable the built-in and external displays .................. 1-69
To change display settings in the BIOS Setup utility ............. 1-69
To connect a parallel device............................. 1-70
To connect a serial device .............................. 1-70
To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse............... 1-71
To connect USB devices................................ 1-71
To connect audio devices .............................. 1-72
To make an infrared connection .......................... 1-73
Using PC Cards ........................................ 1-74
To insert and remove a PC Card .......................... 1-74
List of tested PC Cards ................................. 1-75
Using Docking Products.................................. 1-76
To install a docking tray................................ 1-76
To dock the OmniBook ................................ 1-77
To undock the OmniBook .............................. 1-78

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5. Expanding the OmniBook ................................ 1-79
Installing a Hard Disk Drive ............................... 1-81
To replace the hard disk drive............................ 1-81
To replace the hard disk drive holder ...................... 1-82
To create a Hibernate partition ........................... 1-84
Installing a RAM Expansion Module ......................... 1-85
To install a RAM expansion module ....................... 1-86
To remove a a RAM expansion module ..................... 1-87
6. Using the Recovery CD .................................. 1-89
Recovering a factory build ................................ 1-91
To recover the Windows 95 factory installation ................ 1-92
To recover the Windows NT factory installation ............... 1-93
Installing Retail Windows 95............................... 1-94
To install a retail version of Windows 95..................... 1-94
To install video support for retail Windows 95................. 1-96
To install audio support for retail Windows 95 ................ 1-97
To install PC Card support for retail Windows 95 ............... 1-98
To install infrared support for retail Windows 95 ............... 1-98
Installing Retail Windows NT 4.0 ............................ 1-100
To install a retail version of Windows NT 4.0.................. 1-101
To install Service Pack 3 for retail Windows NT 4.0 ............. 1-102
To install video support for retail Windows NT 4.0 .............. 1-103
To install audio support for retail Windows NT 4.0.............. 1-104
To install APM for retail Windows NT 4.0 .................... 1-105
To install Card Executive 2.x for retail Windows NT 4.0 .......... 1-106
Recovering OmniBook Files ............................... 1-107
To install the online User’s Handbook ...................... 1-107
To replace a damaged Recovery CD........................ 1-107
To update the OmniBook BIOS ........................... 1-108
7. Troubleshooting ....................................... 1-109
Solving Problems ...................................... 1-111
Accessory Problems .................................. 1-111
Audio Problems ..................................... 1-112
Display Problems .................................... 1-113
Hard Disk Drive Problems .............................. 1-114
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems .................... 1-115
Infrared Problems .................................... 1-116
Memory Problems.................................... 1-117
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems ............................ 1-117
Performance Problems ................................ 1-118
Power and Battery Problems............................. 1-119
Printing Problems .................................... 1-121
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems......................... 1-122

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Startup Problems..................................... 1-123
Testing the Operation ................................... 1-124
To create a diagnostic floppy disk ......................... 1-124
To run the diagnostic test ............................... 1-125
8. Specifications and Regulatory Information ................... 1-127
Hardware Specifications ................................. 1-129
Software System Resources................................ 1-132
Safety Information...................................... 1-134
Regulatory Information .................................. 1-137
U.S.A. ............................................ 1-137
Canada ........................................... 1-138
Japan ............................................ 1-138
Europe............................................ 1-139

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Introducing the OmniBook

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Introducing the OmniBook
Congratulations! Your OmniBook sets a new standard in personal computing.
Although it’s compact and easy to carry, the OmniBook is infused with the quality
and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard.
The OmniBook Quick Start sheet shows how to get your OmniBook up and running
quickly. This Reference Guide shows how to set up and operate the OmniBook, and it
also shows what to do if you run into trouble.
This table lists other sources of supplementary information about OmniBook
products.
Source Address or Number
Online User’s Handbook This introduces the OmniBook and shows you the OmniBook basics.
It also contains troubleshooting information (Start, Programs,
OmniBook Library).
Online OmniBook Notes For late-breaking information available after the manuals were
completed, see OmniBook Notes (Start, Programs, OmniBook
Library).
The introductory Microsoft
manual for Windows 95 or
Windows NT.
This is shipped with your OmniBook and contains information about
using the standard features of Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0.
OmniBook website http://www.hp.com/omnibook
(http://www2.hp.com/omnibook, European mirror)
Corporate Evaluator’s Guide The provides information about installing alternate operating
systems, as well as how to configure the OmniBook in a corporate,
networked environment. Located at the OmniBook website.
HP Support Assist CD-ROM See the Support and Service booklet for telephone numbers.