HP OmniBook 7150 User Manual
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- Page 1 HP OmniBook Plug-In Modules User’s Guide...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules ... Installing Hot-Swap Support ... Replacing a Plug-In Accessory Module ... Using the CD-ROM / Floppy Drive ... To insert or remove a CD ... To open the CD-ROM drive manually ... To insert or eject a floppy disk ... Using the LS-120 Drive ... -
Page 5: Using Omnibook Plug-In Modules
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules... - Page 6 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. The plug-in module bay can hold a DVD / floppy disk drive, a CD-ROM / floppy disk drive, a CD-ROM drive, an LS-120 drive, a second battery, or a second hard disk drive.
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Page 7: Installing Hot-Swap Support
Installing Hot-Swap Support For the OmniBook 7150 only , the Agaté Tioman "hot-swap" software for Windows 95 and Windows 98 is loaded on the hard disk but it is not installed. If you install this software, you can switch most modules in the plug-in bay without shutting down the computer and rebooting. - Page 8 Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 4. Slide the new plug-in module into the OmniBook until it clicks into place.
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Page 9: Using The Cd-Rom / Floppy Drive
Using the CD-ROM / Floppy Drive You can install the CD-ROM / floppy drive module in the plug-in module bay. This module combines both a CD-ROM and a floppy drive, which can be used simultaneously. This section describes how to Insert or remove a CD. -
Page 10: To Open The Cd-Rom Drive Manually
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 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 recessed hole on the front of the CD-ROM, as shown below. -
Page 11: To Insert Or Eject A Floppy Disk
To insert or eject a floppy disk Hold the disk with its face up, then slide it into the floppy drive slot until it clicks into place. To remove the floppy disk, press the eject button on the front of the drive. Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules 1-11... -
Page 12: Using The Ls-120 Drive
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules Using the LS-120 Drive The LS-120 drive reads and writes to LS-120 disks (120 MB) and to conventional 3.5-inch IBM-formatted disks (1.44 MB), which are the same size and shape. However, the LS-120 drive reads and writes to LS-120 disks significantly faster than conventional disks. -
Page 13: To Eject An Ls-120 Disk Manually
To eject an LS-120 disk manually The OmniBook must be powered on for normal disk ejection from the LS-120 drive. You can manually remove an LS-120 disk from the drive when power is off. Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole located above the eject button, as shown below. -
Page 14: Using The Dvd Drive Or Dvd / Floppy Drive
Using OmniBook Plug-In Modules Using the DVD Drive or DVD / Floppy Drive Digital Versatile Disk (DVD) is a new standard of data storage. DVD disks deliver up to seven times the storage of CD-ROMs. DVD drives can also read CD-ROM disks. You cannot boot from a DVD in the DVD drive. -
Page 15: To Eject A Dvd Disk Manually
DVD / MPEG player software. Insert the CD and refer to the readme file for software installation instructions. For the OmniBook 7150 only, the ATI DVD player is included on the hard disk drive, but is not installed. Use these steps to install the player software. -
Page 16: Using A Second Battery
When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer or HP sales office. Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 °C (113 °F). -
Page 17: To Maintain And Preserve Battery Life
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 prevent capacity loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance. Do not leave batteries unused for long periods of time. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 1-19... - Page 20 Troubleshooting If you run into problems using your OmniBook plug-in modules, you can use the suggestions in this chapter to correct the problems. If you have questions that this manual doesn’t answer, you can 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.
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Page 21: Solving Problems With Plug-In Modules
Solving Problems with Plug-In Modules If your OmniBook plug-in module doesn’t seem to work properly, find the symptom below that matches your situation. Try the suggestions one at a time. This section separates problems into the following categories: CD-ROM / floppy drive problems. LS-120 drive problems. -
Page 22: Ls-120 Drive Problems
Troubleshooting Check to see that the floppy drive configuration is correct in the BIOS Setup utility. See the OmniBook Reference Guide for instructions on running the BIOS Setup utility. If the OmniBook doesn’t boot successfully from the floppy drive Check that the floppy disk is bootable. Run the BIOS Setup utility make sure that the floppy drive is the first boot device. -
Page 23: Battery Problems
If the version displayed is 3.01.04 or earlier, you must download the most recent driver from the OmniBook website at http://www.hp.com/omnibook and install it. The latest hot-swap drivers will prevent potential conflicts with the DVD movie player software. - Page 24 Troubleshooting If the OmniBook stops responding Try waiting a few minutes for a response. If after a few minutes there is no response, press CTRL+ALT+DEL to close the non-responding application. If nothing happens, press and hold the blue power button until the display shuts down.
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Page 25: Specifications And Regulatory Information
Specifications and Regulatory Information 1-25... - Page 26 Specifications and Regulatory Information Your OmniBook plug-in modules 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.
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Page 27: Hardware Specifications And Safety
Hardware Specifications and Safety CD-ROM - 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. Floppy drive - Modular 3.5-inch 1.44-MB floppy drive. Reads / writes LS-120 disks (120 MB). Reads / writes standard 3.5-inch disks (1.44 MB and 720 KB). -
Page 28: Regulatory Information
Specifications and Regulatory Information 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. -
Page 29: Canada
Declaration of Conformity Hewlett-Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 (415) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) Hewlett-Packard Company F1446A CD-ROM / floppy drive F1447A DVD drive F1701A second hard disk Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. -
Page 30: Europe
Mobile Computing Division 19310 Pruneridge Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 declares that the following products HP F1446A CD-ROM / floppy drive conforms to the following product specifications IEC 950:1991+A1,A2, A3, A4 / EN 60950 (1992)+A1,A2, A3, A4 IEC 825/IEC 825-1 (EN60825/EN60825-1:1994):class1... - Page 31 19310 Pruneridge Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 declares that the following products HP F1448A LS-120 drive conforms to the following product specifications IEC 950:1991+A1,A2, A3, A4 / EN 60950 (1992)+A1,A2, A3, A4 CISPR 22:1993 / EN 55022 (1994): Class B [1 ]...
- Page 32 19310 Pruneridge Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 declares that the following products HP F1701A hard disk drive conforms to the following product specifications IEC 950:1991+A1,A2, A3, A4 / EN 60950 (1992)+A1,A2, A3, A4 CISPR 22:1993 / EN 55022 (1994): Class B [1 ]...
- Page 33 19310 Pruneridge Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 declares that the following products HP F1447A DVD drive and HP F1700A DVD / floppy drive conforms to the following product specifications IEC 950:1991+A1,A2, A3, A4 / EN 60950 (1992)+A1,A2, A3, A4 IEC 825/IEC 825-1 (EN60825/EN60825-1:1994):class1...