HP Pavilion XF315 User manual

HP Notebook PC
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Important safety information
CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line
cord to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.
When using your notebook with a telephone connection, always follow basic safety
precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons:
• Do not use this product with a telephone connection near water, for example, near a
bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
• Avoid using a telephone connection (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone connection of any type to report a gas leak while in the vicinity
of the leak.
• Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.

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Support Policy for Support Pack of Operating Systems. HP provides end user support for
HP PCs that use Microsoft Operating Systems, including its latest service packs. This
support will be available within 30 days of the software being released.
Edition History
Edition 1............................................ January 2002
Edition 2 ........................................... March 2002
Edition 3 ............................................. June 2002
This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents
Important safety information ...................................................................................3
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook......................................................................11
HP Notebook Reference Guide....................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Taking Inventory.........................................................................................................12
What’s in the box?.................................................................................................12
To buy accessories.................................................................................................13
To find more information ......................................................................................13
Identifying Parts of the Notebook ...............................................................................15
Front view..............................................................................................................15
Back view..............................................................................................................16
Bottom view..........................................................................................................17
Status lights ...........................................................................................................18
Setting Up Your Notebook..........................................................................................20
Step 1: Install the battery.......................................................................................20
Step 2: Connect AC power....................................................................................22
Step 3: Connect a phone line.................................................................................23
Step 4: Turn on the notebook ................................................................................24
Step 5: Set up Windows.........................................................................................24
Step 6: Register your notebook..............................................................................25
To connect to the Internet......................................................................................25
Basic Operation...............................................................................................................27
Operating Your Notebook...........................................................................................28
To turn the notebook on and off............................................................................28
To reset your notebook..........................................................................................29
To change the boot device.....................................................................................30
To use the touch pad..............................................................................................30
To use the Fn hot keys...........................................................................................31
To use the One-Touch buttons...............................................................................32
To use the Windows and Applications keys..........................................................34
To use the embedded keypad.................................................................................34
To adjust the display..............................................................................................35
To adjust the volume.............................................................................................36
To insert or remove a CD or DVD........................................................................36
To play DVD movies.............................................................................................38
To create or copy CDs...........................................................................................39
Securing Your Notebook.............................................................................................40
To set up password protection...............................................................................40
To attach a security cable ......................................................................................40
To protect against viruses......................................................................................41
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC...................................................................42

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Taking Care of Your Notebook...................................................................................44
To protect your hard disk drive.............................................................................44
To maintain your notebook....................................................................................44
To safeguard your data..........................................................................................45
To extend the life of the display............................................................................45
To clean your notebook.........................................................................................46
Batteries and Power Management ................................................................................47
Managing Power Consumption...................................................................................48
How the notebook manages power automatically..................................................48
To manage power manually...................................................................................50
Using Battery Power ...................................................................................................51
To check battery status..........................................................................................51
To respond to a low-battery warning.....................................................................51
To recharge the battery..........................................................................................52
To get the most from your batteries.......................................................................52
Modem and Network Connections................................................................................55
Using the Modem........................................................................................................56
To connect the modem ..........................................................................................56
To connect to the Internet......................................................................................58
To disconnect from the Internet.............................................................................59
To dial in to a network...........................................................................................59
To change your modem settings............................................................................60
To send and receive e-mail....................................................................................60
To send and receive faxes......................................................................................61
Connecting to a LAN ..................................................................................................63
To connect to a LAN (selected models) ................................................................63
Add-On Devices...............................................................................................................65
Connecting PC Cards..................................................................................................66
To insert or remove a PC card...............................................................................66
Connecting External Devices......................................................................................68
To identify connectors for external devices...........................................................68
To connect a printer or other parallel device.........................................................69
To connect a USB device......................................................................................69
To connect a USB floppy disk drive......................................................................70
To connect an audio device...................................................................................71
To connect an IEEE 1394 device (selected models)..............................................71
To use an external monitor....................................................................................72
Installing Additional RAM..........................................................................................74
To install a RAM expansion module.....................................................................74
To remove a RAM expansion module...................................................................75
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive...................................................................................76

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To replace the hard disk drive ...............................................................................76
To replace the hard disk drive holder....................................................................77
To prepare a new hard disk drive..........................................................................77
Troubleshooting and Maintenance................................................................................79
Troubleshooting Techniques.......................................................................................80
Audio problems.....................................................................................................81
CD and DVD problems.........................................................................................82
Display problems...................................................................................................84
Floppy disk drive problems...................................................................................85
Hard disk drive problems ......................................................................................86
Heat problems........................................................................................................86
Keyboard, touch pad, and mouse problems...........................................................87
LAN problems.......................................................................................................88
Memory problems..................................................................................................89
Modem problems...................................................................................................89
One-Touch button problems..................................................................................92
Parallel and USB problems ...................................................................................93
PC card (PCMCIA) problems................................................................................94
Performance problems...........................................................................................95
Power and battery problems..................................................................................96
Printing problems ..................................................................................................98
Startup problems....................................................................................................98
Standby and resume problems...............................................................................99
Testing the Hardware ................................................................................................100
To run the e-DiagTools diagnostic tests..............................................................100
Configuring Your Notebook .....................................................................................102
To run the BIOS configuration utility..................................................................102
Reinstalling and Updating Software..........................................................................104
To recover the factory installation of your hard disk...........................................104
To replace damaged Recovery CDs.....................................................................105
To update the notebook BIOS.............................................................................106
To update Windows drivers.................................................................................107
HP Service and Support...............................................................................................109
Getting Assistance for Your Notebook .....................................................................110
To get help from HP Instant Support...................................................................110
To get help from the web.....................................................................................110
To contact HP for support or service...................................................................110
To receive repair service .....................................................................................112
To prepare your notebook for shipment ..............................................................113
Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement..........................................................114

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Reference Information..................................................................................................117
Hardware Specifications............................................................................................118
Modem Reference Information .................................................................................120
AT commands (Conexant)...................................................................................120
S parameters (Conexant) .....................................................................................126
Selected result codes (Conexant).........................................................................126
Safety Information.....................................................................................................127
Power cords.........................................................................................................127
Ergonomics..........................................................................................................128
Battery safety.......................................................................................................128
Laser safety..........................................................................................................129
Regulatory Information.............................................................................................130
U.S.A...................................................................................................................130
Index...............................................................................................................................133

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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook

Getting Started with Your HP Notebook
Taking Inventory
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Taking Inventory
Congratulations! Your HP notebook computer sets a new standard in personal computing.
Although compact and easy to carry, your notebook is made with the quality and attention
to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard.
Your notebook has several features that make it convenient to use:
• The power button provides convenient options for starting and stopping the notebook.
• The notebook includes a variety of connectors that enable you to use it with a wide
range of printers, drives, audio equipment, and other external devices.
In addition, most connectors are on or near the back of the notebook, keeping cables
away from your working area.
This manual shows how to set up and operate your notebook, as well as what to do if you
run into trouble.
What’s in the box?
Your HP notebook PC is shipped with these items:
• Battery (installed).
• AC adapter and power cord.
• Quick Start sheet.
• Startup Guide.
• Recovery CDs, for restoring Windows and all software included with your notebook.
• Microsoft Windows manual.
• Telephone cord.
In addition, your notebook includes a variety of preinstalled software. (The exact software
installed depends on your particular notebook model.)

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To buy accessories
You can buy accessories for your notebook online. For the latest accessories and options,
visit the HP Notebook web site at www.hp.com/notebooks.
HP offers a wide variety of accessories, such as the following:
• AC adapters.
• Primary lithium ion battery.
• Additional RAM.
• Ethernet, modem, and LAN cards.
• External USB floppy disk drive.
To find more information
The following table lists sources of information about your notebook and related
products.
Source Description and Location
Quick Start sheet This pictorial introduction shows you how to get your notebook up and running
quickly.
Startup Guide This printed manual introduces your HP notebook computer, and contains setup
instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty
information.
Online Reference
Guide The Reference Guide is shipped on the notebook’s hard drive, and provides a complete source for operating and maintaining the notebook. Click Start, All
Programs, HP Library, HP Notebook Reference Guide, or look on the Recovery CDs
in \hp\library.
Online HP Notes These contain information that became available after the manuals were completed.
Click Start, All Programs, HP Library, HP Notes, or look on the Recovery CDs in
\hp\library.
Microsoft Windows
manual This is shipped with your notebook and contains information about using the version of Microsoft Windows shipped with your notebook.
HP Notebook web
site www.hp.com/notebooks. www.europe.hp.com/notebooks (European mirror).

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HP Business
Support web site www.hp.com/go/bizsupport.

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Identifying Parts of the Notebook
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Identifying Parts of the Notebook
Front view
1 One-Touch buttons (programmable). 6 Left and right click buttons.
2 Power button. 7 Speakers.
3 Touch pad on-off button. 8 DVD, or CD-RW/DVD drive (with eject
button).
4 Touchpad. 9 Keyboard status lights (see page 18).
5 Power, hard disk, and battery status lights (see
page 18). 10 Latch.

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Back view
11 Kensington lock slot (security connector). 16 Parallel port (colored burgundy).
12 AC adapter jack. 17 Modem port.
13 IEEE 1394 connector (selected models). 18 LAN port and indicators (selected models).
14 USB ports (2). 19 External microphone jack (colored pink) and
headphone jack (colored lime green).
15 External monitor (VGA) port (colored blue). 20 PC card slot and eject button.

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Bottom view
21 Battery. 24 RAM expansion cover.
22 Hard disk drive. 25 System-off switch.
23 Battery latch.

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Status lights
The status lights on the front of the notebook report battery and power status.
1. Power mode. (left LED)
• Steady blue: the notebook is on (even if the display is off).
• Flashing blue: the notebook is on standby.
• Off: the notebook is off or in hibernation.
2. Hard drive activity. (center LED)
• Blue: the notebook is accessing the hard drive.
3. Battery charge. (right LED)
• Green: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.
• Amber: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
• Red: the AC adapter is connected and the battery has a fault.
• Off: the AC adapter is not connected or the battery is missing.

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The status lights above the keyboard indicate the state of each keyboard lock.
1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active.
2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the
embedded keypad.)
3. Pad Lock. Pad Lock is active.

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Setting Up Your Notebook
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Setting Up Your Notebook
WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with
ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see “Working in
Comfort” in the online HP Library, or visit our ergonomics web site,
www.hp.com/ergo. For a summary about working with a notebook computer, see
“Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC” on page 42.
If you are using your notebook as your primary computer, or using it for extended
periods, you should use it with a full-size keyboard, monitor, and mouse. This can
reduce the risk of ergonomic injury. See “Working in Comfort” in the online HP
Library.
When you set up your notebook for the first time, you’ll need to install and charge the
battery, connect the AC adapter and a phone line, turn on the notebook, run the Windows
setup program, and register the notebook.
Your notebook comes with an AC adapter rated at 75W. Older HP AC adapters were
only rated at 60W. To ensure that your computer operates properly, please be sure that
you use only the adapter supplied with this notebook. If it is necessary to replace your
adapter, hp recommends you verify that you use only those adapters specifically approved
for this model computer.
Step 1: Install the battery
WARNING Do not mutilate or puncture batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, or they
can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Rechargeable batteries must
be recycled or disposed of properly.
Your notebook is shipped with the battery installed. If the battery has been removed,
install it as follows: