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HP OmniBook 7100/7150

Reference Guide

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 1998. 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. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Portions of the programs that control this product may also be copyrighted by Microsoft Corporation, SystemSoft Corp., Crystal Semiconductor Corporation, ESS Technology, Inc., Phoenix Technologies, Ltd., and ATI Technologies 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. TrackPoint is a U.S. registered trademark of International Business Machines. For warranty information, see the Support and Service booklet.
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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 not reverse assemble or decompile the software unless authorized by law. Copies and Adaptations. Customer may make copies or adaptations of the software (a) for archival purposes or (b) when copying or adaptation is an essential step in the use of the software with a computer so long as the copies and adaptations are used in no other manner. Ownership. Customer agrees that he/she does not have any title or ownership of the software, other than ownership of the physical media. Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software is copyrighted and protected under the copyright laws. Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software may have been developed by a third party software supplier named in the copyright notices included with the software, who shall be authorized to hold the Customer responsible for any copyright infringement or violation of this Agreement. Product Recovery CD-ROM. If your computer was shipped with a product Recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with which the product recovery CD-ROM was originally provided. (ii) The use of any operating system

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software by Microsoft contained in any such product recovery CD-ROM shall be governed by the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA).
Transfer of Rights in Software. Customer may transfer rights in the software to a third party only as part of the transfer of all rights and only if Customer obtains the prior agreement of the third party to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement. Upon such a transfer, Customer agrees that his/her rights in the software are terminated and that he/she will either destroy his/her copies and adaptations or deliver them to the third party. Sublicensing and Distribution. Customer may not lease, sublicense the software or distribute copies or adaptations of the software to the public in physical media or by telecommunication without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard. Termination. Hewlett-Packard may terminate this software license for failure to comply with any of these terms provided Hewlett-Packard has requested Customer to cure the failure and Customer has failed to do so within thirty (30) days of such notice. Updates And Upgrades. Customer agrees that the software does not include updates and upgrades which may be available from Hewlett-Packard under a separate support agreement. Export Clause. Customer agrees not to export or re-export the software or any copy or adaptation in violation of the U.S. Export Administration regulations or other applicable regulation. U.S. Government Restricted Rights. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause in DFARS 252.227-7013. Hewlett-Packard Company, 3000 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA 94304 U.S.A. Rights for non-DOD U.S. Government Departments and Agencies are as set forth in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1,2).

Edition History
Edition 1 ........................................ September 1998 This manual is printed on recycled paper.

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Contents

1. Introducing the OmniBook ............................... Taking Inventory ....................................... Included in the OmniBook box........................... To buy OmniBook accessories ........................... OmniBook features ................................... Setting Up Windows .................................... To set up the OmniBook ............................... Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility............. To run the BIOS Setup utility............................. Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools ..................... To install TopTools ................................... To run TopTools ..................................... To get more information about TopTools ....................

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2. Operating the OmniBook ................................ Starting and Stopping the OmniBook ......................... To start and stop the OmniBook .......................... To reset the OmniBook ................................ Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices ........................ To use the built-in pointing devices ........................ To activate full touch pad capabilities ...................... To activate full pointing stick capabilities.................... To configure pointing devices............................ Using the OmniBook Display .............................. To adjust the display brightness .......................... To extend the life of the display .......................... To suspend the OmniBook when closing the display ............ Adjusting the Audio System ............................... To adjust the volume manually ........................... To adjust the volume in Windows ......................... Using the OmniBook Keyboard............................. To use the Fn hot keys ................................. To use the Windows keys ............................... To use the embedded keypad............................ To use the ALT GR key ................................. Checking the Status of the OmniBook ........................ To interpret the status lights ............................. To interpret the status panel indicators......................

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Protecting the OmniBook................................. To set or change a password............................. To delete a password.................................. To install the McAfee VirusScan utility ...................... To attach a security cable............................... To set PC identification ................................ To enable hard disk drive lock ...........................

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3. Managing Battery Power................................. Monitoring Battery Power................................. To check the battery status .............................. To respond to a low-battery warning ....................... To recharge a battery.................................. To replace the main battery ............................. To install a second battery .............................. Conserving Battery Power ................................ To install APM for Windows NT 4.0 ........................ To save battery power ................................. To set time-outs...................................... To get the most from your battery .........................

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4. Making Connections .................................... Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules ........................... To install hot-swap support.............................. To replace a plug-in module ............................. To insert or remove a DVD or a CD ........................ To play DVD movies .................................. To insert or eject a floppy disk ........................... To change the boot order of a device ...................... Connecting External Devices .............................. To identify connectors for external devices................... To connect an external monitor .......................... To enable the built-in and external displays .................. To change display settings in the BIOS Setup utility ............. To connect a parallel device............................. To connect a serial device .............................. To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse............... To connect USB devices................................ To connect a television ................................ To connect audio devices .............................. To make an infrared connection .......................... Using PC Cards ........................................ To insert a PC Card ................................... To remove a PC Card..................................

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To find tested PC Cards ................................ To install Card Executive support for Windows NT.............. Using Docking Products .................................. To install a docking tray ................................ To dock the OmniBook ................................ To undock the OmniBook ..............................

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5. Expanding the OmniBook ................................ Installing a Hard Disk Drive ............................... To replace the hard disk drive............................ To replace the hard disk drive holder ...................... To create a Hibernate partition ........................... Installing a RAM Expansion Module ......................... To install a RAM expansion module ....................... To remove a RAM expansion module ......................

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6. Using the Recovery CD .................................. Recovering software .................................... To recover the factory installation of Windows ................ To install the online User's Handbook ...................... To replace a damaged Recovery CD........................ To update the OmniBook BIOS ........................... To get drivers for other operating systems....................

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7. Troubleshooting ....................................... Solving Problems ...................................... Accessory Problems .................................. Audio Problems ..................................... Display Problems .................................... Hard Disk Drive Problems .............................. Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems .................... Infrared Problems .................................... Memory Problems .................................... PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems ............................ Performance Problems ................................ Power and Battery Problems............................. Printing Problems .................................... Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems......................... Startup Problems..................................... Testing the Operation ................................... To create a diagnostic floppy disk ......................... To run the diagnostic test ...............................

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8. Specifications and Regulatory Information ................... Hardware Specifications ................................. Software System Resources................................ Safety Information...................................... Regulatory Information .................................. U.S.A. ............................................ Canada ........................................... Japan ............................................ Europe............................................

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Introducing the OmniBook

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). For late-breaking information available after the manuals were completed, see OmniBook Notes (Start, Programs, OmniBook Library). This is shipped with your OmniBook and contains information about using the standard features of Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0. http://www.hp.com/omnibook http://www.europe.hp.com/omnibook (European mirror) 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. See the Support and Service booklet for telephone numbers.

Online OmniBook Notes

The introductory Microsoft manual for Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT. OmniBook website

Corporate Evaluator's Guide

HP Support Assist CD-ROM

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Introducing the OmniBook
Taking Inventory

Taking Inventory
The HP OmniBook 7100/7150 represent a new category of HP notebook computers featuring the latest mobile technologies available. They use high-speed Intel Pentium II processors with MMX technology, large TFT displays, and high-capacity hard disk drives. This chapter describes


What's included in the OmniBook shipment. Available OmniBook accessories. Description of OmniBook features.

Included in the OmniBook box
· HP OmniBook 7100 or 7150. · DVD / floppy disk drive (with the OmniBook 7150). ­or­ CD-ROM / floppy disk drive (with the OmniBook 7100). · AC adapter (HP F1454A) and power cord. · Lithium-ion battery (HP F1450A). · This OmniBook Reference Guide. · Quick Start sheet. · Support and Service booklet. · Working in Comfort booklet. · List of optional OmniBook accessories. · OmniBook Recovery CD. Includes Windows recovery, operating system drivers and online User's Handbook. · Microsoft Windows 95/Windows 98 manual. ­or­ Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 manual.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Taking Inventory

To buy OmniBook accessories
Buy OmniBook accessories online! For the latest accessories and options, visit us at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. As new accessories become available, you'll find them listed here. At the time of this printing, HP offers a variety of docking solutions, plug-in modules, and other accessories, including the following: · Docking system and monitor stand (HP F1477A). · Mini dock (HP F1452A). · Port replicator (HP F1451A). · CD-ROM / floppy disk drive (HP F1446A). · DVD / floppy disk drive (HP F1700A). · LS-120 drive (HP F1448A). · Second hard disk drive that you install in the module bay (HP F1701A). · Lithium-ion battery (HP F1450A). You can install a second battery in the module bay. · PC Cards. · Smart Card. · Auto / airline adapter (HP F1455A). · OmniBook carrying case.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Taking Inventory

OmniBook features
OmniBook--Front View

1. Built-in microphone. 2. Status panel. 3. Blue power button (suspends or shuts down the OmniBook). 4. Pointing stick (pointing device). 5. Touch pad (pointing device). 6. Built-in speakers. 7. Plug-in module bay (can contain a DVD / floppy disk drive, CD-ROM / floppy disk drive, LS-120 drive, DVD drive, second hard disk drive, or a second battery). 8. Click buttons (for pointing devices). 9. Main battery.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Taking Inventory

10. System-off button (to shut down the OmniBook). 11. Kensington lock slot. 12. Latch to open and close the OmniBook. OmniBook--Side View

13. AC adapter jack. 14. PC Card slots (upper and lower).
Note

Accepts PC Card Types II or III (PCMCIA and CardBus). On the OmniBook 7150, the lower slot supports Zoomed Video. On the OmniBook 7100, both slots support Zoomed Video. 15. Audio jacks (left to right): audio line-in, external microphone, headphone-out. 16. Volume control wheel. 17. PC Card eject buttons (upper and lower PC Card slots). Press once to pop out the button, press again to eject the card, press once more to store the button. 18. Status lights (left to right): power, hard disk, or charging status. 19. Front infrared port. There is a another infrared port on the rear of the OmniBook. Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication. Use this port for wireless data transmission between the OmniBook and another computer or a printer with an infrared port. You must install infrared drivers.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Taking Inventory

OmniBook--Back View

20. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer. 21. Serial port (COM1). Use this port for a serial mouse, a modem, or a serial printer. 22. External monitor port. 23. S-video (TV-out) port. 24. Docking port (for HP OmniBook docking products). 25. Universal serial bus (USB) port. Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB. 26. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports a standard Y adapter). 27. Rear infrared port. There is a another infrared port on the front of the OmniBook. Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication. Use this port for wireless data transmission between the OmniBook and another computer or a printer with an infrared port. You must install infrared drivers.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Setting Up Windows

Setting Up Windows
The OmniBook has either Windows 95/Windows 98 (you select one or the other), or Windows NT 4.0 factory-installed on the hard disk drive. When your OmniBook starts up the first time, it takes you through a series of setup screens, including installation of the operating system. This section describes how to set up the OmniBook with the factory-installed Windows operating system.


Setting up the OmniBook for the first time.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Setting Up Windows

To set up the OmniBook
C A U T I O N

Use only the HP adapter model F1454A with this product. Using any other ac adapter could damage the OmniBook and may void your warranty. Refer to the warranty statement for your product.

1. Install the OmniBook's battery. (See the Quick Start sheet or page 3-7 of this manual). 2. Connect the power cord to the ac adapter, then plug the cord into an ac outlet. The indicator light on the ac adapter shines when the adapter is powered. 3. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook's left side, as shown. The OmniBook battery starts charging.
Note

Let the battery charge a full 24 hours to completely charge the internal clock battery. Otherwise, the OmniBook may not keep the correct date and time.

4. Press the blue power button. The Windows Setup program starts automatically. 5. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen. During setup, you will be prompted to accept the License Agreement and enter the Product ID (printed on the Certificate of Authenticity on the Microsoft Windows manual). If you are prompted to set up a user account and password. You can either set up the account, or press ESC to skip this step.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility is a menu-driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor the operation of your OmniBook to your individual work needs. The settings made in the BIOS Setup utility generally control the hardware and consequently have a fundamental effect on how the OmniBook operates. This section describes the BIOS Setup utility menus and options in detail.

To run the BIOS Setup utility
1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. The pointing devices are not active in the BIOS Setup utility. Press the RIGHT and LEFT arrow keys to move among menus. Press the DOWN and UP arrow keys to move among parameters in a menu. Press F5 or F6 to move through values for the current parameter or press ENTER to change a setting. See the tables below for more information. 4. After you select the options you want, press F10 or use the Exit menu to exit the BIOS Setup utility. If the settings cause a conflict between devices during reboot, the system prompts you to run BIOS Setup, and the conflicting settings are marked.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

Main Menu Language BIOS Revision System Time System Date Floppy Drive Sets the language for this utility and for BIOS messages. Shows the current BIOS version. Sets the time using 24-hour format. Values set take effect immediately. Sets the date using dd/mm/yy format (except English, which is mm/dd/yy format). Sets the floppy drive type.

Default English Detected automatically.

Floppy disk drive type detected and set automatically. Hard disk drive detected and set automatically. Enabled Auto

Internal Hard Disk

Sets the hard disk drive type and various parameters. When enabled, hides summary of power-on self-test and messages during boot. Sets whether the built-in display automatically switches to an external display if one is detected. When enabled, the video image covers the entire display in lower resolution modes (SVGA, VGA). When disabled, the video image is centered in the display. Sets the format (NTSC or PAL) for video output. Sets whether the internal (built-in) video adapter automatically switches to an external video adapter connected to the docking system, if one is detected. Shows the system memory size. Shows the extended memory size.

Quiet Boot Video Display Device

Video Expansion

Disabled

Television Type Primary Video Adapter

NTSC Auto

System Memory Extended Memory

640KB Detected automatically.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

System Devices Menu PS/2 Pointing Devices Disables the internal pointing devices when an external PS/2 mouse is connected. This is required for the scroll wheel on a PS/2 mouse to function. Enables one or both built-in PS/2 devices. Sets whether left-CTRL + left-ALT on an external keyboard is interpreted as the Fn key. Enables the primary (hard drive) and secondary (optional CD-ROM drive) controllers. Enables the floppy drive. Sets how the serial port is configured by the BIOS (specified or automatic). Sets the I/O address and interrupt. Sets how the infrared port is configured by the BIOS (specified or automatic). Sets the hardware to support SIR (Standard IR), ASK IR (amplitude shift keyed IR), or FIR (Fast IR) infrared communications. (Driver installation required.) Sets the I/O address and interrupt. For Fast Ir mode, sets the DMA channel. Sets which infrared port is active. Sets how the parallel port is configured by the BIOS (specified or automatic). Sets the port to normal, bi-directional, EPP, or ECP. Sets the I/O address. Sets the interrupt. For ECP mode, sets the DMA channel. Sets how the audio system is configured by the BIOS (specified or automatic). Sets the Sound Blaster I/O address.

Default Auto

Internal Pointing Devices External Fn Key

Both Enabled

IDE Controller FDD Controller Serial Port Base I/O address Infrared Port Mode

Both Enabled Enabled 3F8h, IRQ4 Disabled SIR

Base I/O address DMA channel Front/Back Parallel Port Mode Base I/O address Interrupt DMA channel Audio (OmniBook 7100 only) SB I/O address

2F8h, IRQ3 DMA3 Back Enabled ECP 378h IRQ7 DMA3 Enabled 220h

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

WSS I/O address AdLib I/O address Interrupt 1st DMA channel 2nd DMA channel MPU Device (OmniBook 7100 only) MPU I/O address Interrupt Security Menu User Password Is Administrator Password Is Set User Password

Sets the Windows Sound System I/O address. Sets the AdLib synthesizer I/O address. Sets the interrupt. Sets the DMA channel for playback. Sets the DMA channel for recording. Sets how the MIDI capability (hardware wavetable) is configured by the BIOS (specified or automatic). Sets the MIDI I/O address. Sets the interrupt.

530h 388h IRQ5 DMA1 DMA0 Disabled 330h IRQ11 Default

Shows if a user password is set. Shows if an administrator password is set. Press ENTER to set, change, or clear user password. Password length can be no longer than 8 characters, 0-9, A-Z. Press ENTER to set, change, or clear administrator password. This password protects BIOS Setup settings. Sets whether a user password is required when the computer boots. Sets whether a user password is required when resuming from a suspended state. Sets whether a user password is required when undocking the OmniBook. Encodes the current user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set), on the internal hard disk drive. Sets whether the floppy drive is a boot device.

Clear Clear

Set Administrator Password

Boot Resume* Undock* Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock* Floppy Boot

Enabled Enabled Disabled Disabled

Enabled

* Resume, Undock, and Internal Hard Disk Drive Lock options are available only if Boot option is enabled.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

Power (APM) Menu* Power Management Mode Smart CPU Mode

Default Disables time-outs, selects a combination of time-outs, or allows customized time-outs. Enables automatic CPU power savings. Absence of keyboard, mouse, and hard disk activity could cause slower CPU response. Sets the period of inactivity after which the computer goes from On to Standby power mode. Sets the period of inactivity after which the computer goes from Standby to Suspend power mode. (Skips Standby mode if that time-out is disabled.) Sets whether the computer goes from Suspend to Hibernate power mode after the indicated period of inactivity. (Skips Suspend mode if that time-out is disabled.) Sets the period of hard disk inactivity after which the hard disk stops spinning. Also affects a hard disk drive in the plug-in module bay. Sets whether power management time-outs occur while the ac adapter is connected. Sets the action of the blue power button when pressed for less than 4 seconds. Sets the action when the OmniBook lid closes. Sets whether the system resumes from Suspend if a ring signal is received. Sets whether the system resumes from Suspend at a defined time of day. Sets the 24-hour time when the system resumes from Suspend if enabled. Sets whether the OmniBook suspends after undocking. Sets whether the OmniBook turns on after docking. When Lid Closed Enabled Max Power Savings Off

Standby Time-out Suspend Time-out

2 minutes 4 minutes

Hibernate Time-out

4 hours

Hard Disk Time-out

2 minutes

Time-out on AC Power Button Mode Lid Switch Mode Resume on Serial Ring Resume on Time of Day Resume Time Auto Suspend on Undock Auto Turn-on on Dock

Disabled Suspend Turn off LCD Enabled Disabled

* If you are using Windows 98 and have installed ACPI power management, the ACPI settings override settings in the Power menu.

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with the BIOS Setup Utility

Boot Menu Diskette Drive Hard Drive CD-ROM/DVD Drive Shows the order of boot devices. Move the entries to change the order.

Default 1. Diskette drive 2. Hard drive 3. CD-ROM/DVD drive

Exit Menu Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Saves Setup changes, exits, and reboots. Discards Setup changes since last save, exits, and reboots. Does not affect Security, date, or time changes. Restores default settings, stays in Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time changes. Discards Setup changes since last save, stays in Setup. Does not affect Security, date, or time changes. Saves Setup changes, and stays in Setup. Security settings are saved when changed.

Get Default Values Load Previous Values

Save Changes

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Introducing the OmniBook
Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools

Configuring the OmniBook with TopTools
HP TopTools is for network managers and administrators with responsibilities for computer system management. It offers configuration and security options that allow you to check what hardware and software components are installed on your computer and how well they are working. This section describes how to


Install and run TopTools. Get more information about TopTools.

To install TopTools
The TopTools package is included with the OmniBook, but you must install it before you can use it. On Windows NT systems, you will need administrator privileges to install TopTools software . 1. Start Windows, if it is not already running. 2. Click Start, Programs, HP DMI, Setup.

To run TopTools
TopTools may be run locally on a PC or remotely by a network administrator. · To run TopTools locally, click Start, Programs, HP DMI, HP TopTools.

To get more information about TopTools
For information on manageable HP PCs, HP TopTools, DMI, and how they lower PC operating costs, see the see the HP website at http://www.hp.com/toptools.

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Operating the OmniBook

Operating the OmniBook

This chapter introduces the OmniBook and helps you get familiar with basic operation, including


Starting and stopping the OmniBook. Using the OmniBook pointing devices. Managing pointing devices. Using the OmniBook display. Adjusting the audio system. Using the OmniBook keyboard. Checking the status of the OmniBook. Protecting the OmniBook.

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Operating the OmniBook
Starting and Stopping the OmniBook

Starting and Stopping the OmniBook
You can easily start and stop your OmniBook using the blue power button. However, at certain times, you may want to use other methods for starting and stopping your OmniBook--depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time.

To start and stop the OmniBook
When you The OmniBook enters To turn on again

Press Fn+S* ­or­ allow time-out.

Standby Mode Press any key or move Saves minimal power. a pointing device to Turns off the display only. display your current Restarts quickly. session ("Instant-On"). Maintains network connections. Press blue power button Suspend Mode Press the blue power ­or­ Saves significant power. button to display your click Start, Suspend** Turns off the display. current session ­or­ Saves current session to RAM. ("Instant-On"). allow time-out. Restarts quickly. May restore network connections.*** Press Fn+F12 Hibernate Mode Press the blue power ­or­ Saves maximum power. button to restart and allow time-out. Saves current session to disk, shuts down. restore your previous May restore network connections.*** session. Click Start, Shut Down Off Mode Press the blue power (recommended) Saves maximum power. button to restart with a ­or­ Turns off without saving current session. new session. Press and hold the blue power button until At startup, resets everything, starts a new the display shuts down. session, and restores network connections. * Windows NT and Windows 95 only. In Windows 98, Fn+S suspends the OmniBook. ** Windows 95 only. In Windows 98, click Start, Shutdown, Standby to suspend the OmniBook. *** A plug-and-play operating system, such as Windows 95 or Windows 98, can restore network connections when you turn on the OmniBook. For Windows NT 4.0 or a different operating system, you may have to reset the OmniBook or restart the operating system to restore them.

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Operating the OmniBook
Starting and Stopping the OmniBook

To reset the OmniBook
If Windows or the OmniBook stops responding, you can reset the OmniBook and restart Windows. 1. If possible, shut down Windows. 2. Press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down. ­or, if this fails­ Insert a pen or straightened paper clip into the recess on the right side of the OmniBook, as shown. 3. After the computer shuts down, press the blue power button to turn it on.

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Operating the OmniBook
Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices
Two pointing devices (pointing stick and touch pad) are built into your OmniBook. The default pointing device driver (PS/2 TrackPoint), supports the enhanced features of the pointing stick and basic features of the touch pad. You can customize the OmniBook to support enhanced touch pad features. If you do this, keep in mind that you are selecting enhanced features for the touch pad only. You cannot activate enhanced features for both simultaneously. This section describes how to · Use the built-in pointing devices. · Activate full touch pad capabilities. · Activate full pointing stick capabilities. · Configure pointing devices.

1. Pointing stick (pressure-sensitive pointing device). 2. Touch pad (touch-sensitive pointing device). 3. Click buttons. Both pointing devices use these click buttons, which work like the right and left buttons on a standard mouse. What the buttons do depends on the software being used.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To use the built-in pointing devices
1. Place your hands in the typing position. 2.
Pointing stick. With your index finger, press the pointing stick in the direction you want the pointer to move. Pressing away from you moves the pointer up the screen; pressing toward you moves the pointer down the screen. Touch pad. Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the pointer to move.

3. Use the left and right click buttons, which function like the left and right buttons on a mouse, to make your selection. · To open an application, move the pointer over the icon, then press the left button twice rapidly. · To make menu selections, move the pointer to the item and press the left button once. · To open the shortcut menu for an item, move the pointer over the item and click the right button. · To drag an item, move the pointer over the item. Press and hold the left button while you move the pointer to the new location. Release the button.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To activate full touch pad capabilities
The built-in pointing stick driver supports only basic touch pad features. To activate full touch pad capabilities, you have to · Remove the pointing stick driver and select a new mouse driver. · Disable the pointing stick. · Install touch pad support. 1. Select a new mouse driver and remove the pointing stick driver 1. From the Start menu, click Settings, Control Panel. 2. Double-click Add/Remove Programs and remove IBM TrackPoint Support. 3. Double-click Mouse, then click General. 4. Click Change and then select Show All Devices. 5. Under Manufacturers, click Standard Mouse Types. 6. Under Models, change the mouse type to Standard PS/2 Port Mouse, then click OK. 7. Click Yes to any questions. 2. Disable the pointing stick 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the System Devices menu. 4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Touch Pad. 5. Press F10 to save and exit. 3. Install touch pad support · Run C:\Omnibook\Drivers\Touchpad\Setup.exe.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To activate full pointing stick capabilities
If you have activated full touch pad capabilities, you can use this procedure to switch back to full pointing stick capabilities. You'll need to do the following: · Remove the touch pad driver (Windows 95 or Windows 98). · Enable the pointing stick. · Install pointing stick support. 1. Remove the touch pad driver · From Control Panel, click Add/Remove Program and remove touch pad support. 2. Enable the pointing stick 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the System Devices menu. 4. Highlight Internal Pointing Devices and select Pointing Stick. (Choose Both if you want basic touch pad features available.) 5. Press F10 to save and exit. 3. Install pointing stick support · From Control Panel, open Mouse, General and change the mouse type--click Have Disk and point to the directory listed below and select PS/2 TrackPoint. c:\omnibook\drivers\trackpnt.

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Using the OmniBook Pointing Devices

To configure pointing devices
· To customize the operation of all pointing devices (pointing stick, touch pad, and external PS/2 or serial mouse), in Control Panel open Mouse. You can change left and right button actions, double-click speed, pointer speed and tail, and more. · To customize special pointing stick features, click the pointing stick icon on the taskbar or open TrackPoint in Control Panel.

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Using the OmniBook Display

Using the OmniBook Display
This section describes


How to adjust the display brightness. How to extend the life of the display. How to configure the display lid switch.

To adjust the display brightness
The OmniBook uses special key combinations, called hot keys, to control brightness. · Press Fn+F1 to decrease the brightness. · Press Fn+F2 to increase the brightness.
Hint

To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting, so that the internal light uses less power.

To extend the life of the display
Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the OmniBook display. · Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting (Fn+F1). · When working at your desk, connect an external monitor and turn off the internal display (Fn+F5). · Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the OmniBook from changing to Suspend or Standby mode after a time-out period. · Do not disable Suspend or Standby time-outs. · If you are using ac power and have no external monitor attached, change to suspend or standby when not in use.

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Using the OmniBook Display

To suspend the OmniBook when closing the display
By default, the OmniBook display turns off when you close the display lid. You can change this setting to suspend the OmniBook when you close the display lid. 1. Close all applications, then shut down Windows and restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Power menu, choose Lid Switch Mode. 4. Choose one of the following options: · ·
Turn off LCD. Closing the lid turns off the display (default). Open the lid to turn on the display again. Suspend. Closing the lid suspends the OmniBook and increases power savings. Press the blue power button to turn on the display again.

5. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

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Adjusting the Audio System

Adjusting the Audio System
The OmniBook supports Sound Blaster Pro-compatible sound and the Microsoft Windows Sound System. This section describes · How to adjust the volume manually. · How to adjust the volume in Windows.

To adjust the volume manually
· To increase the volume, press Fn+UP-ARROW. --or-Roll the volume control wheel towards the front of the OmniBook. · To decrease the volume, press Fn+DOWN-ARROW. --or-Roll the wheel towards the rear of the OmniBook.

To adjust the volume in Windows
1. Click the speaker symbol in the taskbar. 2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume.

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Operating the OmniBook
Using the OmniBook Keyboard

Using the OmniBook Keyboard
W A R N I N G

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 document shipped with your OmniBook, or visit our ergonomics

website, http://www.hp.com/ergo.

This section describes the OmniBook's keyboard features, including how to


Use the Fn hot keys. Use the Windows keys. Use the embedded keypad. Use the ALT GR key on a non-US keyboard.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

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. The OmniBook keyboard shows the Fn hot keys labeled in gray.

Pressing these keys Fn + F1 Fn + F2 Fn + F5 Fn + F6 (hold)

Does this Decreases the display's brightness. Increases the display's brightness. Switches among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous displays. For use with two batteries: Briefly displays the individual battery status for each battery, then resumes displaying the combined battery status. For complete information about battery status, see page 2-18. 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. Enters Hibernate mode. Enters Standby mode in Windows NT or Windows 95. Enters Suspend mode in Windows 98. Enters Suspend mode. Toggles between front and rear infrared ports. A light turns on behind the front infrared lens when the front port is selected. Windows NT 4.0 does not support infrared communication. Toggles Scroll Lock on and off. Increases the volume. Decreases the volume.

Fn + F8

Fn + F12 Fn + S Fn + R Fn + F

Fn + Nm Lk Fn + Up Arrow FN + Down Arrow

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

To use the Windows keys
There are two Windows keys on the keyboard. The one next to the Fn key brings up the Windows Start menu.

The one at the top center of the keyboard brings up the shortcut menu for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when you click the right mouse button while pointing at the application.

To use the embedded keypad
When the embedded keypad on the OmniBook's built-in keyboard is active, two options are possible.
Num Lock on

Keys change to the smaller numeric and arithmetic designations on the keys. Keys change to cursor control keys.

Num Lock off

To identify the icons that show the status of Num Lock and the embedded keypad, go to page 2-18. 1. Press Nm Lk to turn Num Lock on or off. 2. Press Fn+F8 to turn on the embedded keypad. ­or­ To temporarily turn on the embedded keypad, hold Fn while typing a key.

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Using the OmniBook Keyboard

To use the ALT GR key
Non-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar. This is a shift key providing access to certain keyboard characters. · For a character in the lower-right corner of a key, press and hold ALT GR to type the character. Shift Unshifted

ALT GR

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Checking the Status of the OmniBook

Checking the Status of the OmniBook
This section describes the status lights and the status panel indicators.

To interpret the status lights
The OmniBook has status lights that report power status and drive activity. When the DVD / floppy disk drive or the CD-ROM / floppy disk drive is installed in the module bay, the following lights are present on the front of the OmniBook.

1. Floppy disk drive light. · Steady green light. OmniBook reading from or writing to floppy disk drive. 2. DVD or CD-ROM drive light. · Steady green light. OmniBook reading from DVD or CD-ROM drive. 3. Power status light. · Steady green light. OmniBook is on. · Steady amber light. OmniBook is in Suspend or Standby mode. · No light. OmniBook is in Off or Hibernate mode. · Green and amber lights. OmniBook failed when resuming. Reset the OmniBook. 4. Disk drive activity light. · Steady green light. OmniBook reading from or writing to the hard disk drive. 5. Charging status light. · Steady green light. The ac adapter is connected and battery is full or has stopped charging. · Blinking green light. The ac adapter is connected and battery is charging. · No light. The ac adapter is not connected or the battery is not installed.

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Checking the Status of the OmniBook

To interpret the status panel indicators
The OmniBook status panel, located above the keyboard, contains indicators that show the current power status, drive status, and keyboard status. Power Status Icons
Indicator Meaning

AC power. The ac adapter is connected. Battery status. Shows the approximate charge level of the battery relative to a full charge. Each bar (displayed from right to left), represents a 10% charge. Battery presence. The upper and lower triangles indicate the presence of main (upper) and second (lower) batteries. A triangle blinks slowly when that battery is charging. The main battery charges first, discharges last. If two batteries are installed, the gauge reports the percent of total charge. For example, if the main battery is 50% and the second battery is empty then the gauge would read 25%. You can press and hold Fn + F6 at any time to see the status of each individual battery. Battery low. No battery bars showing; the triangles indicate the presence of battery. The OmniBook also beeps. Defective battery. No battery bars showing and no triangles indicating presence of battery. No charging even though ac power is present.

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Checking the Status of the OmniBook

Drive Status Icons Indicator Meaning Drive activity. The OmniBook is accessing either the hard disk drive or any of the following drives in the module bay: CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, LS-120 drive, or second hard disk drive. Floppy disk drive. The OmniBook is accessing the floppy disk drive. PC Card. There is activity between the PC Card and the computer. (For the OmniBook 7150, the indicator stays on if a CardBus PC Card is installed.) Keyboard Status Icons Indicator Meaning Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. Keypad Lock. The built-in embedded keypad is active (Fn+F8). Num Lock must also be on for the numeric keys. Otherwise, cursor keys are active. Scroll Lock. Scroll Lock is active.

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Protecting the OmniBook

Protecting the OmniBook
Your OmniBook provides several ways for you to identify and protect your computer. This section describes how to · Set or change a password. · Delete a password. · Install McAfee VirusScan. · Attach a security cable. · Set unique PC identification. · Enable drive lock protection.

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Protecting the OmniBook

To set or change a password
The OmniBook provides two levels of password protection--user password protection and administrator password protection. You cannot set the user password until you set an administrator password. If password protection is set, then you will be prompted to enter a password whenever you reset or turn on the computer (depending on your setting). You cannot use the computer until you enter the correct password. To set, change, or delete password protection for this OmniBook, use the BIOS Setup utility. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the Security menu. 4. Select Set Administrator Password, then press ENTER. 5. Type the new password, then press ENTER. The password can contain up to eight alphanumeric characters, and it is not case-sensitive. 6. Type the password again to confirm, then press ENTER. 7. Under Password Required To, choose when the password will be required. · Select Boot to require password when booting the OmniBook. · Select Resume to require password when resuming from Suspend. · Select Undock to require password when undocking the OmniBook. 8. If desired, repeat this procedure for Set User Password. 9. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility. If you forget a password, call Customer Support at the number listed in the Support and Service booklet to determine the proper removal procedure.

Note

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Protecting the OmniBook

To delete a password
You can use this procedure to delete either a User or an Administrator password. If you delete an administrator password, the OmniBook automatically deletes the user password as well. 1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. Select the Security menu. 4. Select Set Administrator Password, then press ENTER. 5. Type the current password, then press ENTER. 6. Press ENTER at the Enter New Password prompt. 7. Press ENTER at the Confirm New Password prompt. 8. Press Continue. 9. Press F10 to Save and Exit the BIOS Setup utility.

To install the McAfee VirusScan utility
The OmniBook comes equipped with the McAfee VirusScan utility. Before you can use McAfee VirusScan, you need to install it. 1. 2. From the Start menu, click Programs, McAfee VirusScan, Setup. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen.

Once installed, you can get detailed online instructions under McAfee VirusScan Help. (Click Start, McAfee VirusScan, Help.)

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Protecting the OmniBook

To attach a security cable
Your OmniBook has a built-in connector that allows you to secure the OmniBook with a cable. The Kensington MicroSaver lock system works with this connector and is available at many computer stores. 1. Wrap the cable around a stationary object, such as a table leg.

2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object--make sure it can't slip off. 3. Insert the lock into one of the OmniBook security connectors and release the key. Store the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook.

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Protecting the OmniBook

To set PC identification
You must have administrator password authority to set a PC identification number. 1. If you have not already installed HP TopTools, do so now (page 1-16). 2. Click Start, then click HP TopTools. 3. Click Tools, then click Protect Tools. 4. Type your administrator password, then press Enter. 5. Click Security. 6. In the "Tattooing String" box, type the unique set of characters which will identify your PC. You can type up to 80 characters including spaces and special characters. Do not press ENTER when typing. The string wraps automatically.

To enable hard disk drive lock
Hard disk drive lock helps you keep your information secure. Hard disk drive lock does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in the module bay.
C A U T I O N

When you enable hard disk drive lock, the current user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set) is encoded on the hard disk drive.

If you move the hard disk drive to another OmniBook, you can't access the drive until you set the user (or administrator) password to match the drive's password .
After you match the drive's password, you can change the OmniBook (and drive) password. If you forget the password, you cannot recover your data.

1. From the Start menu, shut down, then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 3. From the Security menu, enable Password Required To Boot. 4. From the Security menu, enable Hard Disk Drive Lock. 5. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

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Managing Battery Power

Managing Battery Power

The OmniBook conserves power by using Advanced Power Management (APM) software that controls battery charging and power drain.
If you re using Windows 95 or Windows 98 If you re using Windows NT 4.0

, APM is preinstalled on the OmniBook.

, you'll need to install APM. See page 3-9 for

instructions. The OmniBook provides several safeguards so you won't be surprised by a dead-battery condition, including the following:


The battery status indicator shows the remaining battery charge. Built-in warnings are displayed for low-battery conditions. The OmniBook automatically turns off when the battery charge gets too low--your session continues when you start recharging the battery or insert a fresh battery.

Data on any of the drives is not affected by a low battery--unless the battery runs down completely while writing data to the drive, or if the battery in a PC RAM card is also low.

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Managing Battery Power
Monitoring Battery Power

Monitoring Battery Power
The primary source of power for the OmniBook is its rechargeable battery pack. You can use the ac adapter to recharge the battery--or to run on ac power to preserve the battery. You can also install a second battery in the plug-in module bay for increased battery time.
Important

Running external connections is a power-intensive operation that significantly shortens the length of a battery session. Whenever possible, connect the ac adapter when using external connections.

In addition to the replaceable battery, there is a permanent, internal backup battery, which recharges whenever the OmniBook is on or connected to ac. It maintains certain internal settings, such as the clock. This section describes how to


Check the battery status. Respond to a low-battery warning. Recharge a battery (primary or secondary). Replace the main battery. Install a second battery.

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Monitoring Battery Power

To check the battery status
From the Status Panel Shows the approximate charge level of the battery relative to a full charge. Each bar (displayed from right to left), represents a 10% charge. The upper and lower triangles indicate the presence of main (upper) and second (lower) batteries. A triangle blinks when that battery is charging. The main battery charges first, discharges last. See "Battery Status" on page 2-18 for more information about the battery indicators. The battery charge is critically low. The OmniBook also beeps.

Full battery

Low battery No battery activity; no charging. Defective battery From the Windows Taskbar · Move the pointer onto the power icon at the right end of the taskbar. If you are using Windows NT 4.0, you'll need to install Advanced Power Management to display the power icon (see page 3-9). The approximate battery charge is displayed as a percentage or in hours. · Double-click the power icon on the taskbar to open the Battery Meter window. From Windows · Click My Computer, Control Panel, Power. This provides access to all options associated with reporting of power information by Windows. On the Battery · While the battery is out of the computer, press the button on the rear of the battery. The lights show the approximate charge level--each light representing 20% of a full charge.

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Monitoring Battery Power

To respond to a low-battery warning
When battery power is critically low, you are alerted by one or more of the following: · The battery indicator in the status panel appears empty. · The computer emits a warning beep. This reminds you to save your work. · If the OmniBook has been off, you will not be able to turn it on. The OmniBook automatically hibernates to preserve your current session. (If Hibernate is disabled in the BIOS Setup utility, then your data is not protected.) However, the data could be affected if the battery runs down completely while writing data to the drive. You won't be able to restart until you restore power by one of the following actions: · Plug in the ac adapter. ­or­ · Replace the main battery with one that is charged. ­or­ · Install a charged second battery in the plug-in module bay.

To recharge a battery
C A U T I O N

The ac adapter is normally warm to the touch whenever it s plugged into an ac outlet. The OmniBook is normally warm while it s charging. Don t charge it in a briefcase or other confined space as this may cause the battery to overheat.

1. Connect the power cord to the ac adapter, then plug the cord into an ac outlet. The indicator light on the ac adapter shines when the adapter is on. If the ac adapter does not light, make sure that cord is not damaged. 2. Connect the ac adapter to the OmniBook's left side, as shown in the following illustration.

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Monitoring Battery Power

Charging time Charging the battery takes about 2 hours to fully charge. Battery life If the computer is in use, typical battery life can last up to 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on your level of use and your power management settings (see page 1-14). Optimum Charging To get the longest battery operating time, continue charging until the OmniBook battery is fully charged, indicated by the following: · Charging light on the front of the computer stops blinking. · Status panel battery indicator (up or down triangle) stops blinking. Because of rounding, a battery indicator can show a full battery before it's fully charged. The indicators stop blinking only when the battery is actually full. You can continue working while the battery is charging.

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Monitoring Battery Power

To replace the main battery
W A R N I N G

Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. A battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. A rechargeable battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. For more information about battery safety, see page 8-9.

C A U T I O N

If you have any unsaved data, it (and your current work session) will be lost when you remove the battery unless the computer is connected to ac power or a second battery is installed.

1.

Important

. Save your work.

2. Plug in the ac adapter. ­or­ From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook. 3. Slide and hold the release latch, then pull out the module, as shown.

Front panel of battery

4. Push the front panel of the battery towards the center of the unit.
Hint

The battery module can fit into either the module bay or the battery bay. Slide the front panel of the battery right or left so that it fits into the desired bay. 5. Slide the charged battery into the OmniBook until it clicks into place.

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Monitoring Battery Power

To install a second battery
The OmniBook's plug-in module bay accepts a second battery. See page 4-4 for information about plug-in modules. When a second battery is installed, the lower triangle appears next to the battery icon in the status panel.

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Managing Battery Power
Conserving Battery Power

Conserving Battery Power
The OmniBook uses Advanced Power Management (APM) to conserve battery power. You can take steps to optimize your battery operating time. If you're using Windows 95 or Windows 98, APM is preinstalled on the OmniBook. If you're using Windows NT 4.0, you'll need to install APM. This section describes how to


Install APM for Windows NT. Save battery power. Set time-outs. Get the most from your battery.

To install APM for Windows NT 4.0
Advanced Power Management (APM) for Windows NT 4.0 is located on the OmniBook's hard disk drive. You set up APM from the Windows Start menu. (The APM driver is also located on the Recovery CD in \Omnibook\Drivers\Apm. ) Phoenix APM adds the following capabilities to the OmniBook: · Improved battery life under Windows NT 4.0. · PC Card power management. · Convenient user control and monitoring of power settings and status. 1. To install APM, click Start, Programs, OmniBook, Phoenix Advanced Power Management, Setup. 2. Follow the setup instructions on the screen. You can download the Phoenix APM documentation from the following website: http://www.phoenix.com/notebook/addinfo.html.

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Managing Battery Power
Conserving Battery Power

To save battery power
Follow these suggestions to conserve battery power: · Plug in the ac adapter, especially while using the DVD / floppy drive, the CD-ROM / floppy drive, the LS-120 drive, or any external connections. · Put the OmniBook in Suspend mode whenever you are not using it for a short while: press the blue power button for approximately 1 second. · Put the OmniBook in Hibernate mode whenever you want to save your current session, but will not be using the computer for several hours or more (Fn+F12). · Shut down the OmniBook whenever you will not be using it for several hours or more. Click Start, Shut Down. The current session is not saved. · Turn the brightness of the display down to the lowest comfortable level. This reduces the backlight power and extends the life of your OmniBook display. · Set the automatic time-out settings to emphasize saving power (page 3-11). · If you work with an application that uses the serial port or a PC Card, exit the application when you are done using it. · If you have an I/O PC Card--that is, a PC Card having an external connection, such as a modem or network card--remove it when you are not using it. Some I/O cards use significant power, even while they're inactive.

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Conserving Battery Power

To set time-outs
The BIOS Setup utility includes settings for automatic time-outs at specified periods of inactivity. There are four different time-outs for different levels of power and conservation. 1. From the Start menu, shut down then restart the OmniBook. 2. When you see the HP logo, press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility. Active keys are described along the bottom of the screen. (The pointing devices are not active in the BIOS Setup utility.) Help information for the highlighted item appears in the right-hand sidebar in the display. 3. Select the Power (APM) menu. 4. Select Power Management Mode. (Press the spacebar, F5, or F6 to pick an option other than Disabled.)
Maximum Power Savings: The time-out settings are defined for best power savings (relatively short time-outs). Maximum Performance: The time-out settings are set for fast performance with some power conservation (relatively long time-outs). Customized: You determine each setting for Smart CPU Mode, Standby Time-out, Suspend Time-out, Hibernate Time-out, and Hard Disk Time-out. For definitions of these power modes, see page 2-3.

5. Optional. Choose a setting for Time-Out On AC. If you want the time-outs to occur even when the OmniBook is connected to ac power, choose Enabled. To prevent time-outs while the OmniBook is plugged in, choose Disabled (default setting). 6. Press F10 to save and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

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Managing Battery Power
Conserving Battery Power

To get th