HP Compaq NC4000 Manuel utilisateur

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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Corporation. Intel® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its

subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. SD Logo is a

trademark of its proprietor. Bluetooth® is a trademark owned by its

proprietor and used by 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. HP shall

not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

Getting Started

HP Compaq Notebook Series

Second Edition November 2003

First Edition April 2003

Reference Number: nc4010

Document Part Number: 310028-002

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Contents

1 Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7

Installing Optional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

Selecting Regional Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Selecting Screen Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10

Checking System Memory and

Video Memory Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11

Setting Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12

Setting Up Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13

Setting Up Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16

Safeguarding the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17

Using Security Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17

Preventing Power Surges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

Preventing Shutdown Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

Regulatory and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–19

2 Additional Information, Help and Updates

Using the Documentation Library CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Using the Help and Support Center in

Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System. . . . . 2–6

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3 Notebook Features

Pointing Device Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Rear Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7

Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10

Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12

Index

Getting Started 1–1

Hardware and Software Setup

ÅWARNING: This notebook is designed to run demanding

applications at full power. As a result of increased power consumption,

it is normal for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used

continuously. To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the

air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods. The

notebook complies with the user-accessible surface temperature limits

defined by the international Standard for Safety of Information

Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

✎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.

1–2 Getting Started

Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Hardware

ÄCAUTION: 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.

■Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been

connected to external AC power.

■Run the notebook on external AC power, not on battery power,

throughout initial setup.

To set up the notebook hardware:

1. Insert the battery pack:

a. Turn the notebook upside-down.

b. Align the battery pack with the notebook battery bay.

c. Insert the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses.

Inserting the battery pack tabs into the battery bay recesses

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Getting Started 1–3

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” chapter in the Hardware Guide on the

Documentation Library CD.

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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 1into the power connector on

the notebook.

c. Plug the power cord 2into the AC adapter.

d. Plug the power cord 3into an electrical outlet. (Power

cords and outlets vary by country.)

Connecting the notebook to AC power

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Getting Started 1–5

3. Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch 1

and lifting the display 2.

Opening the notebook

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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 “Lights” later in

this guide for more information.)

❏The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge, and

the battery light turns on. (See “Lights” later in this guide

for more information.)

✎The battery light remains on while the battery pack is

charging and turns off after the battery pack is fully

charged.

❏The software setup prompt is displayed on the screen.

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