HP OmniBook Plug-In Modules User’s Guide 1-1
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Contents 1. Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules.......................... Replacing a Plug-In Accessory Module ....................... Using the Floppy Disk Drive ............................... To connect the floppy disk drive externally .................. To insert or eject a floppy disk ........................... Using the CD-ROM Drive ................................. To insert or remove a CD ............................... To open the CD-ROM drive manually ...................... Using the Zip Drive ......
1 Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 1-5
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules The OmniBook Plug-in Modules User’s Guide describes OmniBook plug-in accessory modules and shows you how to install and use them. For complete information about operating the OmniBook, consult the OmniBook Reference Guide and the online User’s Handbook. This manual explains how to ♦ Replace a plug-in module in the OmniBook. ♦ Use the floppy disk drive. ♦ Use the CD-ROM drive. ♦ Use the Zip drive. ♦ Use the DVD drive. ♦ Use the second battery.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 6ITPEGMRK E 4PYK -R %GGIWWSV] 1SHYPI Replacing a Plug-In Accessory Module 2SXI '%98-32 • For Windows 95/Windows 98, if Agaté Tioman hot-swap software is installed, a plug-in module icon appears at the right end of the taskbar. This software lets you swap most plug-in modules without shutting down the computer. • If you are removing or inserting a hard disk drive in the module bay, you must shut down the computer.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 6ITPEGMRK E 4PYK -R %GGIWWSV] 1SHYPI 5. Slide the new plug-in module into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. '%98-32 &I WYVI XLI WEJIX] PEXGL MW STIR FIJSVI ]SY MRWIVX XLI QSHYPI 3XLIV[MWI XLI VIPIEWI PEXGL GSYPH FVIEO MJ ]SY JSVGI XLI QSHYPI MR 6. Slide the safety latch back to its original position (in the direction of the arrow).
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI *PSTT] (MWO (VMZI Using the Floppy Disk Drive You can install the floppy disk drive in the plug-in module bay or attach it externally to the parallel port. This section describes how to ♦ Connect the floppy disk drive externally. ♦ Insert or eject a floppy disk.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI *PSTT] (MWO (VMZI To insert or eject a floppy disk '%98-32 (S RSX MRWIVX SV VIQSZI E JPSTT] HMWO [LMPI XLI 3QRM&SSO MW EGXMZIP] VIEHMRK SV [VMXMRK HEXE 3XLIV[MWI ]SY GSYPH PSWI HEXE SV XLI 3QRM&SSO GSYPH WXST VIWTSRHMRK 1. Hold the disk with its face up, then slide it into the floppy disk drive slot until it clicks into place. 2. To remove the floppy disk, press the eject button on the front of the drive.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI '( 631 (VMZI Using the CD-ROM Drive You can install the CD-ROM drive module in the plug-in module bay. This section describes how to ♦ Insert or remove a CD. ♦ Open the CD-ROM drive manually. To insert or remove a CD '%98-32 (S RSX VIQSZI E '( [LMPI XLI 3QRM&SSO MW EGXMZIP] VIEHMRK HEXE 3XLIV[MWI XLI 3QRM&SSO GSYPH WXST VIWTSRHMRK ERH ]SY GSYPH PSWI HEXE 1. Press the button on the face of the CD-ROM drive.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI '( 631 (VMZI To open the CD-ROM drive manually If you lose power to the OmniBook, or if you’ve removed the CD-ROM module from the OmniBook, you can manually open the CD-ROM drive to remove a CD. • Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole, as shown below.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI >MT (VMZI Using the Zip Drive The Zip drive module allows you to store up to 100 MB of data on a Zip disk. You cannot boot from the Zip drive. This section describes how to ♦ Install software for the Zip drive. ♦ Insert or eject a Zip disk. ♦ Eject a Zip disk manually. To install the Zip drive software The Zip drive comes with a CD containing software for the Zip drive. Follow these steps to set up this software. 1. Set up a CD-ROM drive for your OmniBook.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI >MT (VMZI To insert or eject a Zip disk When the OmniBook is reading or writing data to the Zip drive, the drive indicator appears on the OmniBook status panel (above the function keys).
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI (:( (VMZI Using the DVD Drive Digital Versatile Disk (DVD) is a new standard of data storage. DVD disks deliver up to seven times the storage of CDs. DVD drives can also read standard CDs. You cannot boot from a CD or DVD in the DVD drive. This section describes how to • Insert or eject a DVD. • Eject a DVD manually. • Install the MPEG-2 PC Card and DVD Player software. • Play a DVD movie.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI (:( (VMZI To eject a DVD manually If you lose power to the OmniBook, or if you’ve removed the DVD module from the OmniBook, you can manually open the DVD drive to remove a DVD. • Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole, as shown below. To install the MPEG-2 PC Card and DVD Player software In order to play DVD movies, you must install the MPEG-2 PC Card and DVD Player software included with your DVD module.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI (:( (VMZI 5. After the driver is successfully installed, run the Setup program on the CD-ROM included with the MPEG-2 PC Card and follow the installation instructions. This installs the DVD Player software onto your hard disk. 2SXI For complete instructions on the driver and player installation process, refer to the installation instructions included with the MPEG-2 PC Card.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI 7IGSRH &EXXIV] Using the Second Battery To increase the time you can work on battery power, you can install a second battery in the OmniBook’s plug-in module bay. The Battery indicator above the keyboard shows the combined charge level of the both the primary and second battery.
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 9WMRK XLI 7IGSRH &EXXIV] To maintain and preserve battery life To preserve the life of your battery, be sure to charge the battery regularly. In cases of long-term storage, the battery must be charged at 20-50% to save capacity loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance. • Do not leave batteries unused for long periods of time. If you have more than one, rotate them.
2 Troubleshooting 1-21
Troubleshooting If you run into problems installing your OmniBook accessories, you can use the suggestions in this chapter to correct the problems. If you have questions that this manual doesn’t answer, you can • If you have problems, see the problem-solving suggestions and references listed in the troubleshooting section of this manual, the OmniBook Reference Guide, and the online User’s Handbook. • Check with your computer system administrator, if you have one.
Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK -R %GGIWWSVMIW Solving Problems with Plug-In Accessories If your OmniBook accessory doesn’t seem to work properly, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. For information about the latest software drivers, go to the HP OmniBook website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook. This section separates problems into the following categories: ♦ Floppy disk drive problems. ♦ CD-ROM drive problems. ♦ Zip drive problems.
Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK -R %GGIWWSVMIW CD-ROM drive problems If the CD-ROM drive stops responding • Remove and reinsert the CD. • Reset the OmniBook. • If resetting the OmniBook does not solve the problem, remove and reinsert the CD-ROM module. If you cannot boot from a CD in the CD-ROM drive • Check that the CD is bootable. • Remove and reinsert the CD-ROM module. • Reset the OmniBook. • Run the BIOS Setup utility to make sure that the CD-ROM drive is the first boot device.
Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK -R %GGIWWSVMIW DVD Drive Problems If the DVD drive stops responding ;EVRMRK • Remove and reinsert the DVD. • Reset the OmniBook. • If resetting the OmniBook does not solve the problem, remove and reinsert the DVD module. If you have installed the hot-swap drivers on your hard disk drive and want to play a DVD movie, please follow these steps to avoid problems: • Right-click the Hot-Swap icon on your Taskbar and select “About” to display the driver version.
Troubleshooting 7SPZMRK 4VSFPIQW [MXL 4PYK -R %GGIWWSVMIW • Shut down the OmniBook and remove the battery, then check that the battery contacts are clean. Make sure that the ac adapter cables are fully plugged in. • Move the OmniBook away from any nearby heat source. Unplug the ac adapter and allow the battery to cool down. An elevated battery temperature prevents charging.
3 Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-27
Specifications and Regulatory Information Your OmniBook accessories are designed to provide trouble-free operation. The following suggestions can help you while working with your OmniBook: ♦ Observe the temperature limits and other specifications listed in the next section. ♦ If you think your OmniBook might need repair service, see the warranty and service information in the Support and Service booklet.
Specifications and Regulatory Information ,EVH[EVI 7TIGMJMGEXMSRW ERH 7EJIX] Hardware Specifications and Safety *PSTT] HMWO HVMZI Modular 3.5-inch 1.44-MB floppy disk drive with parallel cable (available separately) for internal or external use. '( 631 HVMZI Modular drive. Photo-CD and CD-plus multi-session specification compliant, multimedia PC-3 specification compliant, supports sampling and digital filter for CD audio, software and manual eject. >MT HVMZI Modular 3.5-inch 100-MB Zip drive.
Specifications and Regulatory Information 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how the OmniBook plug-in modules comply with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to the OmniBook or plug-in modules not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the OmniBook in these regions. U.S.A. The floppy disk drive generates and uses radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio and television reception.
Specifications and Regulatory Information 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR Declaration of Conformity 6IWTSRWMFPI 4EVX] Hewlett-Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 (415) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) 8VEHI REQI Hewlett-Packard Company 4VSHYGX REQI F1384A floppy disk drive Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
Specifications and Regulatory Information 6IKYPEXSV] -RJSVQEXMSR Europe Products sold in Europe by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed below. Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) 1ERYJEGXYVIV %HHVIWW 4VSHYGX REQI 3TXMSRW 7EJIX] )1' 7YTTPIQIRXEV] -RJSVQEXMSR Hewlett-Packard Company Hewlett-Packard Co. Mobile Computing Division 19310 Pruneridge Ave.
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