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HP Compaq NC4000 Getting Started Manual

HP Compaq NC4000 Getting Started Manual

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Getting Started

HP Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 310028-002
November 2003
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find
additional information and support. This guide also introduces
you to exterior features of the notebook.

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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Document Part Number: 310028-002 November 2003 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, find and install the latest versions of HP software, and find additional information and support. This guide also introduces you to exterior features of the notebook.
  • Page 2 Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware ......1–2 Setting Up the Software ......1–7 Installing Optional Software .
  • Page 4 3 Notebook Features Pointing Device Components..... . 3–1 Top Components ....... 3–2 Left-Side Components .

  • Page 5: Hardware And Software Setup

    ✎ Because of limitations in current TFT manufacturing technology, TFT displays might show imperfections as bright, dim, or dark spots. HP does not guarantee that TFT displays (available on selected models only) are free from such imperfections. ✎ For governmental agency and safety information, refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Documentation Library CD.

  • Page 6: Setting Up The Hardware

    Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware Ä CAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to the components during initial setup: ■ Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional Port Replicator.
  • Page 7 Hardware and Software Setup d. Snap the battery pack into place. Inserting the battery pack ✎ If the notebook will be idle for 2 weeks or more, removing the battery and storing it will prolong its life. For more information, refer to the “Battery Packs”...
  • Page 8 Hardware and Software Setup 2. Connect the notebook to external AC power: a. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. b. Plug the AC adapter cable 1 into the power connector on the notebook. c. Plug the power cord 2 into the AC adapter. d.
  • Page 9 Hardware and Software Setup 3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1 and lifting the display 2. Opening the notebook Getting Started 1–5...
  • Page 10 Hardware and Software Setup 4. Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. Turning on the notebook ❏ The power/Standby light turns on. (See this guide for more information.) ❏ The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and the battery light turns on.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Software

    Setting Up the Software Ä CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct device drivers are installed, follow these guidelines during software setup: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook. ■...
  • Page 12 Hardware and Software Setup ■ This guide does not take into account any variation that might result from the notebook being connected to a network. ■ This guide includes instructions based on the Microsoft® Windows® XP and Windows 2000 operating systems. Any other operating systems installed on this notebook after purchase might not match the descriptions and procedures provided in this guide.

  • Page 13: Installing Optional Software

    A setup wizard loads, and a list of applications is displayed. Select the application you want to install, and follow the instructions on the screen. ✎ To view the descriptions and space requirements of preloaded HP utilities without installing them: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Programs > Software Setup.

  • Page 14: Selecting Regional Settings

    Hardware and Software Setup Selecting Regional Settings Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time, date, and currency format, are set in the operating system. To access these settings: ■ In Windows 2000: ❏ Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Date/Time. -or- ❏...

  • Page 15: Checking System Memory And Video Memory Size

    Checking System Memory and Video Memory Size You can view information about the overall system memory and video memory size for your notebook by following the directions in the following sections. Viewing System Memory To access information about system memory, press access system information in Computer Setup: 1.

  • Page 16: Setting Power Options

    Hardware and Software Setup Viewing Video Memory To view information about video memory size: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display > Settings > Advanced > Adapter. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Display > Settings >...

  • Page 17: Setting Up Wireless Lan

    Using a Wireless LAN Utility in Windows 2000 Windows 2000 does not provide an automatic wireless network configuration utility through the operating system. The WLAN utility provided by HP on your notebook must be used for wireless connections. Getting Started...
  • Page 18 This utility is enabled by default. However, if your notebook is equipped with a WLAN device installed by HP, you may prefer to use the utility designed to work with it instead of using the Windows XP utility.
  • Page 19 After disabling the Windows XP utility, install the WLAN utility provided by HP for your wireless device. Installing the HP WLAN Utility Install the WLAN utility provided by HP using the following steps: 1. Open the WLAN Utility Installer in Software Setup: ❏...

  • Page 20: Setting Up Bluetooth

    Hardware and Software Setup To identify your WLAN device in the Network Adapters list: ■ In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > System icon > Hardware tab > Device Manager > Network Adapters. ■ In Windows XP, select Start > My Computer. Right-click the window and select Properties >...

  • Page 21: Safeguarding The Notebook

    Using a combination of software and hardware security measures may help prevent, detect, and repair these occurrences. HP recommends that you follow these software security measures to improve your computer security. Step Use this Security Measure...

  • Page 22: Preventing Power Surges

    Hardware and Software Setup ✎ Using a firewall can block access to Internet games, or to printer and file sharing within a network. If this occurs, you can disable the firewall or contact your firewall provider for configuration information. Disabling your firewall will reduce your level of protection.

  • Page 23: Regulatory And Safety Information

    Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users, and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo Documentation Library CD that is included with the product. Getting Started Hardware and Software Setup , on the hard drive, and on the 1–19...

  • Page 24: Additional Information, Help And Updates

    ■ Software Guide—Describes HP software, including details about power and security features. ■ Modem and Networking guide—Provides details about modem connections and equipment.

  • Page 25: Getting Help

    Getting Help If you cannot solve a notebook problem using this guide or the supplementary information on the Documentation Library CD (including the Troubleshooting guide), you might need to contact HP. See 2–2 “Contacting Technical Support” in this chapter. Getting Started...

  • Page 26: Using The Help And Support Center In Windows Xp

    Using the Help and Support Center in Windows XP Notebooks with a Windows XP operating system have a customized Help and Support Center that provides a comprehensive online resource tool that can be used for the following: ■ Troubleshooting assistance ■...

  • Page 27: Contacting Technical Support

    Maintenance > System. ■ Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook to contact an HP Customer Care Center, or visit the HP Web site at To provide the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have...

  • Page 28: Installing A Retail Version Of An Operating System

    Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System Ä CAUTION: Replacing an operating system enhanced by HP with a retail version of an operating system will result in the loss of all enhancements. In some cases, the loss of these enhancements might result in an unresponsive system.

  • Page 29: Notebook Features

    Pointing Device Components Component Pointing stick Left and right pointing stick buttons TouchPad Left and right TouchPad buttons Getting Started Notebook Features Description Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.

  • Page 30: Top Components

    Notebook Features Top Components Component Quick Launch buttons (3) Power button *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the power button and about using Standby and Hibernation, refer to the “Power” chapter in the Software Guide on the Documentation Library CD.
  • Page 31 Component Volume control buttons Function keys Applications key Display release latch recess Windows logo key Fn key Primary memory compartment (not shown, located under the keyboard) Getting Started Notebook Features Description Increase, decrease, and mute the system volume. Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the Fn key.

  • Page 32: Left-Side Components

    Notebook Features Left-Side Components Component Infrared port PC Card eject button PC Card slot Secure Digital (SD) card slot Audio line-out jack Microphone input jack Speaker 3–4 Description Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot.

  • Page 33: Right-Side Components

    Right-Side Components Component Security cable slot Hard drive bay Exhaust vent Getting Started Notebook Features Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. ✎ The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.

  • Page 34: Front Components

    Notebook Features Front Components Component Antennae (2) Display release latch Microphone Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

  • Page 35: Rear Components

    Rear Components Component S-Video-out jack External monitor connector USB connector Self-powered USB connector Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant AC power connector RJ-45 network jack RJ-11 telephone jack Getting Started Notebook Features Description Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.

  • Page 36: Bottom Components

    Connects the optional travel battery caddy. The travel battery connector has a plastic cover that must be opened before the travel battery caddy can be connected. Connects the notebook to an optional HP Port Replicator or an HP Advanced Port Replicator. (continued) Getting Started...
  • Page 37 To resume proper notebook operation, remove the unauthorized device. Contact your HP Customer Care Center if a warning message about your Mini PCI device displays in error. Enable airflow to cool internal components.

  • Page 38: Lights

    Notebook Features Lights Component Hard drive activity Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock 3–10 Description On: The hard drive is being accessed. On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. (continued) Getting Started...
  • Page 39 Component Wireless on/off Power/Standby Battery Getting Started Notebook Features Description On: The wireless Mini PCI card and/or Bluetooth® are on. Off: The wireless Mini PCI card and Bluetooth are off. On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. On: A battery pack is charging.

  • Page 40: Labels

    Notebook Features Labels The labels affixed to the bottom of the notebook and to the inside of the battery compartment provide information you might need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel abroad with the notebook. ■ The Service Tag label affixed to the bottom of the notebook contains the product name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/N).
  • Page 41 AC adapter 1–4 AC power 1–4 1–19 AC power connector 3–7 Adobe Acrobat Reader 2–2 Agere Softmodem AT Command Set 2–1 antennae 3–6 antivirus software 1–17 applications key 3–3 AT commands 2–1 audio line-out jack 3–4 automatic wireless network configuration utility 1–14 Autorun 2–2 battery bay, primary 3–9 battery connector, travel 3–8...
  • Page 42 Index connectors AC power 3–7 docking 3–8 external monitor 3–7 External MultiBay 3–7 travel battery 3–8 USB 3–7 display release latch 1–5 display settings 1–10 display, opening 1–5 docking connector 3–8 Documentation Library Bluetooth CD 1–16 Documentation Library CD 2–1 2–2 Documentation Library Wireless LAN CD 1–16...
  • Page 43 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide 2–1 manuals, See Documentation Library CD memory expansion compartment 3–9 memory, primary slot 3–3 microphone input jack 3–4 microphone, internal 3–6 Mini PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) compartment 3–9 Modem and Networking guide 2–1 modem approval label, location 3–12 Modem Command Guidelines 2–1 modem jack 3–7...
  • Page 44 Index setting up Bluetooth 1–16 WLAN 1–13 setting up software 1–7 slots memory 3–3 PC Card 3–4 SD Card 3–4 security cable 3–5 software Adobe Acrobat Reader 2–2 antivirus 1–17 setting up 1–7 Software Setup utility 1–9 space requirements 1–9 Software Guide 2–1 speaker, internal audio line-out jack 3–4...

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