HP OmniBook 900Reference Guide
Introducing the OmniBookGetting More Information10 Reference GuideGetting More InformationCongratulations! Your OmniBook sets a new standard in person
TroubleshootingSolving Problems100 Reference GuideAudio ProblemsIf sound is not audible• Double-click the speaker icon on the taskbar to ensure that
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 101Display ProblemsIf the OmniBook is on, but the screen is blank• Press the space bar or move the poi
TroubleshootingSolving Problems102 Reference Guide• Use a monitor or projector that matches the resolution of the OmniBook display.If multiple displa
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 103If the hard disk makes buzzing or whining noise• Back up the drive immediately.• Check for alterna
TroubleshootingSolving Problems104 Reference Guide3. From the System Devices menu, check that Infrared Port is enabled and thedesired mode is selecte
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 105• Reset the OmniBook. See “To reset the OmniBook” on page 21.If the embedded numeric keypad doesn’t
TroubleshootingSolving Problems106 Reference Guide• Support for the euro symbol requires software available from Microsoft. Thissoftware is installed
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 107If memory doesn’t increase after adding RAM• Use the correct type of memory (RAM) modules for your
TroubleshootingSolving Problems108 Reference GuideIf an I/O card stops communicating properly• It may have been reset if the OmniBook suspended or tu
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 1094. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.If the OmniBook shuts down slowly• Make sure
Introducing the OmniBookTaking InventoryReference Guide 11Taking InventoryThe HP OmniBook 900 represents a category of HP notebook computers for highl
TroubleshootingSolving Problems110 Reference Guide4. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.• For Windows 2000, check the settings in Con
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 111In Windows 95 or Windows 98, view the CD-ROM drive properties in DeviceManager.If retail Windows NT
TroubleshootingSolving Problems112 Reference Guide• Make sure the infrared light path is not blocked.• Check for paper in the printer or other print
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 113• Check settings in BIOS Setup.1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook.2. Wh
TroubleshootingSolving Problems114 Reference Guide• Check battery contacts. If available, try another battery.If the OmniBook doesn’t boot from the f
TroubleshootingTesting the OperationReference Guide 115Testing the OperationThe DiagTools hardware diagnostic program provides two levels of testing:•
TroubleshootingTesting the Operation116 Reference Guide 7. Select and run the appropriate tests. Tests are not listed if no such hardware isdetected.
TroubleshootingRecovering SoftwareReference Guide 117Recovering SoftwareYou can use the OmniBook Recovery CD to reinstall the original factory softwar
TroubleshootingRecovering Software118 Reference GuideTo recover the factory installation of WindowsUse the Recovery CD to reinstall the original facto
TroubleshootingRecovering SoftwareReference Guide 119To create a Support Utility DiskIf you want to use the Recovery CD in a PC Card CD-ROM drive or p
Introducing the OmniBookTaking Inventory12 Reference GuideTo buy OmniBook accessoriesBuy OmniBook accessories online! For the latest accessories and o
TroubleshootingRecovering Software120 Reference GuideTo update the OmniBook BIOSOmniBook BIOS updates are available from the HP Customer Care website
Reference Guide 121Support and Service
Support and ServiceGetting HP OmniBook Assistance122 Reference GuideGetting HP OmniBook AssistanceSupport AssistanceIf you need assistance with your H
Support and ServiceGetting HP OmniBook AssistanceReference Guide 123Repair AssistanceWarranty. You must contact one of the participating support provi
Support and ServiceGetting HP OmniBook Assistance124 Reference GuideTo contact the Customer Support Center by email, visit the HP Customer Care websit
Support and ServiceHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty StatementReference Guide 125Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement1. HP warrants to you, the
Support and ServiceHewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement126 Reference GuideEXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL HP OR ITS SUPPLIERSBE LIAB
Reference Guide 127Specifications and Regulatory Information
Specifications and Regulatory InformationHardware Specifications128 Reference GuideHardware SpecificationsIn a continuing effort to improve our produc
Specifications and Regulatory InformationHardware SpecificationsReference Guide 129RAMModels without “900” after serial number32-MB RAM built-in, one
Introducing the OmniBookOmniBook FeaturesReference Guide 13OmniBook FeaturesOmniBook—Front View1. Built-in microphone.2. Keyboard lights (left to rig
Specifications and Regulatory InformationHardware Specifications130 Reference GuideSecurity FeaturesUser and administrator passwords.System, hard driv
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSoftware System ResourcesReference Guide 131Software System ResourcesThe tables in this section show typical
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSoftware System Resources132 Reference GuideSystem Memory00000 - 9FFFF System memoryA0000 - BFFFF VideoC0000
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSoftware System ResourcesReference Guide 133DMA Channels0 Sound Record* (unmarked models*)Free (“900 B” model
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety Information134 Reference GuideSafety InformationPower CordsThe power cord supplied with the OmniBook a
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety InformationReference Guide 135ErgonomicsWARNINGImproper use of keyboards and other input devices has b
Specifications and Regulatory InformationSafety Information136 Reference GuideLED SafetyThe infrared port located on the left side of the OmniBook is
Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory InformationReference Guide 137Regulatory InformationThis section presents information that shows h
Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information138 Reference GuideDeclaration of ConformityResponsible Party:Hewlett-Packard CompanyMa
Specifications and Regulatory InformationRegulatory InformationReference Guide 139InternationalProducts sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and it
Introducing the OmniBookOmniBook Features14 Reference GuideOmniBook—Side View12. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port(supports Y adapter).13. System-off
Reference Guide 141IndexAac (time-out), 58, 90ac adaptercharging battery, 53connecting, 16, 53jack, 13part number, 16accessoriesdocking products, 76pl
142 Reference Guideconnecting external, 67extending life, 29multiple (Windows 98), 68, 102port, 15, 66switching to external, 32, 33, 67troubleshooting
Reference Guide 143warning, 53LPT1 port, 15, 66MMain menu (BIOS), 87memoryadding, 81extended, 87PC-100, 81, 107removing, 83system, 132troubleshooting,
144 Reference Guidesaving battery power, 57Scandisk, 103Scroll Lock, 13, 23securityhard drive lock, 96Kensington lock, 95passwords, 93, 94PC identific
Reference Guide 145wireless communication, 72working in comfort, 35YY2K, 17Y-adapter (PS/2), 69Zzoomed video, 74
Introducing the OmniBookOmniBook FeaturesReference Guide 15OmniBook—Back View20. Kensington lock slot (security connector).21. Serial port (COM1).22
Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up for the First Time16 Reference GuideSetting Up for the First TimeWhen you set up the OmniBook for the first time, y
Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up for the First TimeReference Guide 174. Press the blue power button.5. The Windows Setup program starts automatica
Introducing the OmniBookSetting Up for the First Time18 Reference GuideTo connect the floppy disk drive1. Insert the floppy disk drive into the exter
Reference Guide 19Operating the OmniBook
2 Reference GuideNoticeThis manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject tochange without notice. Hewlett-Packard Com
Operating the OmniBookStarting and Stopping the OmniBook20 Reference GuideStarting and Stopping the OmniBookYou can easily start and stop your OmniBoo
Operating the OmniBookStarting and Stopping the OmniBookReference Guide 21To reset the OmniBookIf Windows or the OmniBook stops responding, you can re
Operating the OmniBookChecking the Status of the OmniBook22 Reference GuideChecking the Status of the OmniBookTo check power status and drive activity
Operating the OmniBookChecking the Status of the OmniBookReference Guide 23To check the keyboard statusThe keyboard status lights, located above the k
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Pointing Devices24 Reference GuideUsing the OmniBook Pointing DevicesTwo pointing devices (pointing stick and
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Pointing DevicesReference Guide 25To use the built-in pointing devices1. Place your hands in the typing posi
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Pointing Devices26 Reference GuideTo activate full touch pad capabilitiesWindows 2000Under Windows 2000, full
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Pointing DevicesReference Guide 27To activate full pointing stick capabilitiesWindows 2000Under Windows 2000,
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Pointing Devices28 Reference GuideTo disable the touch pad or pointing stickYou can disable the touch pad or
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook DisplayReference Guide 29Using the OmniBook DisplayTo adjust the display brightnessThe OmniBook uses special
Reference Guide 3HP Software Product License AgreementYour HP OmniBook PC contains factory-installed software programs. Please read theSoftware Licens
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Display30 Reference GuideTo suspend the OmniBook when closing the displayWindows 2000Under Windows 2000, to s
Operating the OmniBookAdjusting the Audio SystemReference Guide 31Adjusting the Audio SystemThe OmniBook supports Sound Blaster Pro-compatible sound a
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Keyboard32 Reference GuideUsing the OmniBook KeyboardWARNINGImproper use of keyboards and other input devices
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook KeyboardReference Guide 33To use the Windows keysThere are two Windows keys on the keyboard.The one next to t
Operating the OmniBookUsing the OmniBook Keyboard34 Reference GuideTo use the ALT GR keyNon-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spac
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 35Working in ComfortWARNINGImproper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associat
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort36 Reference GuideRSI has been a reported problem for those who perform repetitive tasks such as assemblyline
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 37Preparing Your Work EnvironmentWhen using HP computing equipment, it is important that your
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort38 Reference Guide• A curved seat edge. The front of the seat should be curved and finished in a“waterfall” e
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 39• Wrists: Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard,mouse or t
4 Reference GuideTransfer of Rights in Software. Customer may transfer rights in the software to a thirdparty only as part of the transfer of all righ
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort40 Reference Guide• The top of your monitor screen should be at or slightly below eye level. Most HPmonitors
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 41Monitor Use Specifications• When viewing your monitor, your head should not be tilted more
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort42 Reference Guide• We recommend you place your keyboard in front of the screen or document holder,whichever
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 43• As with the keyboard, try to keep your hand, wrist, and forearm in a neutral positionwhil
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort44 Reference GuideHeadphones and SpeakersListening to loud sounds for prolonged periods may permanently damage
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 45• Head: Do not tilt your head forward by more than 15 degrees, and try not to turn yourhead
Operating the OmniBookWorking in Comfort46 Reference GuideYour HP OmniBook ComputerYou can use your HP OmniBook computer virtually anywhere, anytime.
Operating the OmniBookWorking in ComfortReference Guide 47• Portable computers weigh between approximately 1.4 and 3.7 kilos (3 and 8 pounds).When tr
Operating the OmniBookTaking Care of Your OmniBook48 Reference GuideTaking Care of Your OmniBookProtect your OmniBook from damage• Observe the temper
Reference Guide 49Managing Battery Power
Reference Guide 5ContentsIntroducing the OmniBook ...9Gett
Managing Battery PowerHow Power is Managed50 Reference GuideHow Power is ManagedThe OmniBook conserves power by using software that controls battery c
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery PowerReference Guide 51Monitoring Battery PowerThe primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeab
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery Power52 Reference GuideTo check the battery statusFrom the Windows Taskbar• Move the pointer onto the power
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery PowerReference Guide 53To respond to a low-battery warningWhen battery power is critically low, you are alert
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery Power54 Reference GuideCharging timeCharging the battery takes about 1.5-2 hours to fully charge.Battery life
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery PowerReference Guide 55To replace the batteryCAUTIONIf you have any unsaved data, it (and your current work s
Managing Battery PowerMonitoring Battery Power56 Reference Guide6. Slide the battery’s front panel to the left.WARNINGDo not mutilate, puncture, or d
Managing Battery PowerConserving Battery PowerReference Guide 57Conserving Battery PowerThe OmniBook uses software to conserve battery power. You can
Managing Battery PowerConserving Battery Power58 Reference GuideTo set power time-outsWindows 95, 98, or NTThe BIOS Setup utility includes settings fo
Managing Battery PowerConserving Battery PowerReference Guide 59To get the most from your batteryThe following are some further suggestions for the be
6 Reference GuideComfort and Safety Checklist ...44Your HP OmniBook Compu
Reference Guide 61Expanding the OmniBook
Expanding the OmniBookUsing the External Module Bay62 Reference GuideUsing the External Module BayYou can use any compatible plug-in module with the O
Expanding the OmniBookUsing the External Module BayReference Guide 63To remove or install the bay or moduleFor Windows 95 or Windows 98, if Agaté Tiom
Expanding the OmniBookUsing the External Module Bay64 Reference GuideWindows 95 or 98with “hot-swap”Windows 95, 98, or NT(no “hot-swap”)Windows 2000Re
Expanding the OmniBookUsing the External Module BayReference Guide 65To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel portIf you have a CD-ROM drive o
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External Devices66 Reference GuideConnecting External DevicesYou can expand the OmniBook’s capabilities by connecting
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External DevicesReference Guide 67To connect an external monitorYou can connect a VGA, SVGA, XGA, or SXGA monitor to
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External Devices68 Reference Guide4. Press ENTER to view choices.5. Select Auto (to automatically detect and select
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External DevicesReference Guide 69To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouseThe 6-pin PS/2 port allows you to atta
Reference Guide 7Installing a RAM Expansion Module ...81To install a RAM expans
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External Devices70 Reference GuideTo connect a serial deviceThe OmniBook’s serial port uses a standard 9-pin serial p
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External DevicesReference Guide 71to the OmniBook in series with other USB devices—this is called a “daisy-chain”conn
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External Devices72 Reference GuideTo make an infrared connectionNoteWindows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communic
Expanding the OmniBookConnecting External DevicesReference Guide 73Transferring Files with an Infrared ConnectionTo transfer files in Windows 95 or Wi
Expanding the OmniBookUsing PC Cards74 Reference GuideUsing PC CardsTo insert and remove a PC CardNoteIf you are using Windows NT 4.0, make sure Card
Expanding the OmniBookUsing PC CardsReference Guide 75To find tested PC CardsFor the latest information about compatible cards, visit our website atht
Expanding the OmniBookUsing Docking Products76 Reference GuideUsing Docking ProductsA docking product provides external connections for the OmniBook t
Expanding the OmniBookUsing Docking ProductsReference Guide 77To dock the OmniBook1. From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook.If you have a plug-a
Expanding the OmniBookUsing Docking Products78 Reference Guide4. Position your fingers on the platform grips as shown below. Use your thumbs to pusht
Expanding the OmniBookInstalling a Hard Disk DriveReference Guide 79Installing a Hard Disk DriveTo replace the hard disk driveYou’ll need a small Phil
8 Reference GuideSupport Assistance ...122Electronic Suppo
Expanding the OmniBookInstalling a Hard Disk Drive80 Reference GuideImportantIf you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Hibernat
Expanding the OmniBookInstalling a RAM Expansion ModuleReference Guide 81Installing a RAM Expansion ModuleThe OmniBook has 32 MB of memory (RAM) built
Expanding the OmniBookInstalling a RAM Expansion Module82 Reference Guide5. Lift up the keyboard tab above the F1 key about 10 mm (1/2 inch), then fr
Expanding the OmniBookInstalling a RAM Expansion ModuleReference Guide 8310. Lower the plastic panel about 3 mm (1/8 inch) from its normal position. H
Reference Guide 85Configuring the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS Setup86 Reference GuideUsing BIOS SetupThe BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility is a menu-driven util
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS SetupReference Guide 87Main MenuSetting Description DefaultLanguage Sets the language for this utility and for BIOS
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS Setup88 Reference GuideSystem Devices MenuSetting Description DefaultPS/2 Pointing DevicesDisables the internal poi
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS SetupReference Guide 89Security MenuSetting Description DefaultUser Password Is Shows if a user password is set. Cl
Reference Guide 9Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS Setup90 Reference GuidePower MenuIf you’re using Windows 98 in its standard power mode, power options you set in Po
Configuring the OmniBookUsing BIOS SetupReference Guide 91Boot MenuSetting Description Default+Removable Device+Hard DiskCD-ROM/DVD DriveShows the ord
Configuring the OmniBookUsing TopTools92 Reference GuideUsing TopToolsHP TopTools is for network managers and administrators with responsibilities for
Configuring the OmniBookConfiguring Security OptionsReference Guide 93Configuring Security OptionsTo set or change an OmniBook passwordThe OmniBook pr
Configuring the OmniBookConfiguring Security Options94 Reference Guide8. If desired, repeat this procedure for Set User Password.9. Press F10 to Sav
Configuring the OmniBookConfiguring Security OptionsReference Guide 95To attach a security cableYour OmniBook has two built-in connectors that allows
Configuring the OmniBookConfiguring Security Options96 Reference Guide4. Type your administrator password, then press ENTER.5. Click Settings and Ac
Reference Guide 97Troubleshooting
TroubleshootingSolving Problems98 Reference GuideSolving ProblemsIf your OmniBook has a problem, find the symptom below that matches your situation.Tr
TroubleshootingSolving ProblemsReference Guide 99• Make sure you are using a plug-in OmniBook CD-ROM module in the externalmodule bay. You cannot boo
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