331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM 7 Network Connections The tablet PC has an RJ-45 network jack. Network tablet PC models also have an internal NIC (network interface card), preinstalled network drivers, and a network cable. The tablet PC can be connected to a network whether or not the internal modem is connected to a telephone line. If your tablet PC is connected to a network, you may want to confer with your network administrator before changing network settings.
331734-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Network Connections Connecting the Network Cable A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end and may contain noise suppression circuitry, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception. 1. To access the tablet PC RJ-45 network jack 1, open the upper panel of the tablet PC. 2. Orient the end of a network cable with noise suppression circuitry 2 toward the tablet PC. 3.
31734-001.book Page 3 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Network Connections Turning a Network Connection Off and On To conserve power, turn off a network connection you are not using. ■ To turn off a network connection, log off the network, then disconnect the network cable. ■ To turn on a network connection, connect the network cable, then log on to the network.
331734-001.book Page 4 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Network Connections Accessing the Network at Startup To connect to a PXE (Preboot eXecution Environment) or RPL (Remote Program Load) server during startup, you must respond to the Network Service Boot prompt each time you want to connect to the server as the tablet PC starts or restarts. To set the tablet PC to display the Network Service Boot prompt each time it is started or restarted, you must enable the internal NIC for startup.
331734-001.book Page 5 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Network Connections Responding to a Network Service Boot Prompt After the internal NIC has been enabled for startup, the Network Service Boot prompt is displayed very briefly in the lower right corner of the screen each time the tablet PC is started or restarted. To connect to a network by responding to the prompt, use either of the following procedures: ■ Press the tab button on the tablet PC. ■ Press F12 on an optional keyboard.
331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM 8 External Device Connections Standard Device The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■ For information about installing or loading any software required by the device, refer to the device documentation, the operating system Help files, or the device manufacturer’s Web site.
331734-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections USB Device USB is a hardware interface that can be used to connect external devices such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the tablet PC or an optional Docking Station. A USB device functions in the system in the same way as a comparable non-USB device. The USB connectors support USB 2.0- or 1.1-compliant devices. A USB hub is a connecting device that can be powered or unpowered.
331734-001.book Page 3 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Tablet PC Keyboard A tablet PC keyboard, which includes a numeric keypad, can be used with the tablet PC. For information about using the tablet PC keyboard pointing device, keypad, and F11/F12 key, see the “Pen, Command Controls and Keyboards” chapter, “Tablet PC Keyboard” section. The tablet PC can be attached or detached from the keyboard while it is on, off, in Standby, or in Hibernation.
331734-001.book Page 4 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections 3. Position the tablet PC horizontally above the keyboard, with the front of the tablet PC facing the keyboard. Positioning the tablet PC above the keyboard 4. Align the 4 slots on the tablet PC with the keyboard connector, alignment key, and 2 keyboard hooks on the keyboard 1, then press the tablet PC downward until it snaps into place 2.
331734-001.book Page 5 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Adjusting the Tablet PC and Keyboard To tilt the tablet PC screen to a comfortable viewing angle, push gently on the top of the tablet PC.
331734-001.book Page 6 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Closing the Tablet PC and Keyboard To close the tablet PC and keyboard as you would close the display on a standard notebook: 1. Rotate the tablet PC clockwise until it snaps into place facing away from the keyboard. Rotating the tablet PC toward the back of the keyboard 2. Tilt the tablet PC downward onto the keyboard.
331734-001.book Page 7 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Transporting the Tablet PC and Keyboard If you are transporting the tablet PC and keyboard while they are not attached, be sure the rotation disk is in the default position. (The attachment features are at the rear of the tablet PC and the HP logo is right side up when you are facing the keyboard.) If you are transporting the tablet PC and keyboard while they are attached, you may want to use the keyboard latch.
331734-001.book Page 8 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Detaching the Tablet PC from the Keyboard To detach the tablet PC from the keyboard: 1. If the tablet PC is closed, open the tablet PC, then rotate the tablet PC so the screen is facing the keyboard in the notebook position. If the tablet PC does not open easily from the keyboard, it may be secured to the keyboard with the keyboard latch.
331734-001.book Page 9 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections 2. Rotate the tablet PC and keyboard so the back of the tablet PC and the keyboard are facing you. Positioning the tablet PC and keyboard to detach the tablet PC 3. To detach the keyboard, slide and hold the attachment release switch 1 on the tablet PC as you lift the tablet PC away from the keyboard 2.
331734-001.book Page 10 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM External Device Connections Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then insert the cable lock key 1 into the security cable lock 2. Then insert the cable lock into the security cable slot 3 on the tablet PC. Connecting an optional cable lock purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These ✎ The solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.
331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM 9 Additional Hardware Options Obtaining Upgrades To order or learn more about optional hardware upgrades and accessories, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. The hardware upgrade area is English only. Or, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included in English only with the tablet PC, to contact an HP-authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
331734-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Selecting a PC Card A Type I or Type II PC Card can be used. A Type III PC Card will not fit into the PC Card slot of the tablet PC. (Types I, II, and III PC Cards vary by thickness, with Type III being the thickest.) Zoomed video cards are not supported.
331734-001.book Page 3 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Inserting a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PC Card connectors, use minimal force when inserting a PC Card into the PC Card slot. 1. Hold the PC Card label-side up with the connector facing the tablet PC. 2. Gently push the card into the PC Card slot until the card is seated.
331734-001.book Page 4 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options 3. To release the PC Card, press the PC Card eject button 1. 4. Gently pull out the PC Card 2. Removing a PC Card Using an SD Card An SD Card is smaller than a PC Card, but can add similar functions to the tablet PC system. Most commonly, an SD Card is used to add backup, storage, wireless network, fax/modem, or cellular telephone functions.
331734-001.book Page 5 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Configuring an SD Card If an SD Card manufacturer instructs you to install card-specific drivers, be sure to install only the drivers supported by the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system. If you are unsure of driver compatibility, contact the SD Card manufacturer. Inserting an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the SD Card connectors, use minimal force when inserting an SD Card into the SD Card slot. 1.
331734-001.book Page 6 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Stopping and Removing an SD Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop an SD Card before removing it. inserted SD Card uses power even when it is not in use. To ✎ An conserve power, stop an SD Card when you are not using it. 1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the SD Card. 2.
331734-001.book Page 7 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Increasing Memory You can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory) in the tablet PC with an optional PC Card or with an optional memory module. The tablet PC has one user-accessible memory slot. The slot supports a PC133-compliant 128-megabyte, 256-megabyte, or 512-megabyte memory module.
331734-001.book Page 8 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options Removing or Inserting a Memory Module Å WARNING: To prevent exposure to electric shock, work only in the memory and mini PCI compartment during this procedure. The hard drive bay and the memory and mini PCI compartment are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the tablet PC. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by an HP-authorized service provider.
331734-001.book Page 9 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options 6. Turn the tablet PC front side down. 7. Remove the two memory and mini PCI compartment retaining screws 1. 8. Slide, lift, then remove the memory and mini PCI compartment cover 2.
331734-001.book Page 10 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options 9. Remove or insert the memory module. To remove a memory module: a. Release the retention clips on each side of the memory module 1. (The memory module tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the memory module, then gently pull it out of the memory slot 2. c. To protect a removed memory module, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
331734-001.book Page 11 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options To insert a memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the memory module with the keyed area in the memory slot 1. b. Press the memory module into the slot from a 45-degree angle until it is seated 2. c. Push the memory module downward until the retention clips snap into place 3.
331734-001.book Page 12 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Additional Hardware Options 10. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the tablet PC 1, then press downward on the cover until it is seated. 11. Reinsert the two retaining screws that secure the memory and mini PCI compartment cover to the tablet PC 2.
331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM 10 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Maintaining Software HP recommends that you: ■ Install all software updates as they become available. For instructions, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, “Software Updates and Restorations” chapter. ■ Install and use virus protection software. Antivirus software can be purchased from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ Back up your work and system software frequently.
331734-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Protecting Hardware To protect and prolong the performance of your hardware, observe the following cautions. Ä■ CAUTION: To prevent damage to your hardware or loss of work: Carry and store the tablet PC in the portfolio or an optional Executive Portfolio. ■ Do not place anything on top of the tablet PC, even when it is in a portfolio. ■ Use the tablet PC only on solid surfaces and in open areas.
331734-001.book Page 3 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Using Portfolios To protect the tablet PC screen, HP recommends that you use or transport the tablet PC with a portfolio attached. A slim portfolio that protects the tablet PC or the tablet PC attached to an optional keyboard is included with the tablet PC.
331734-001.book Page 4 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel When you are using the tablet PC attached to the tablet PC keyboard, press the 2 tabs on the portfolio into the 2 universal attachment slots on the keyboard.
331734-001.book Page 5 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Detaching a Portfolio To release a portfolio from the tablet PC, slide an hold the attachment release switch on the tablet PC. Sliding the attachment release switch on the tablet PC To release a portfolio from the tablet PC keyboard, slide and hold the attachment release switch on the tablet PC keyboard.
1734-001.book Page 6 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Cleaning Hardware Å WARNING: To prevent electric shock or damage to components, do not attempt to clean the tablet PC until you: ■ Shut down the tablet PC. ■ Disconnect the tablet PC from external power. ■ Disconnect all powered external devices from the tablet PC. Ä CAUTION: Do not spray liquids on the tablet PC.
331734-001.book Page 7 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Cleaning a Tablet PC Keyboard Dust, lint, and other debris can affect the performance of an optional tablet PC keyboard. To prevent sticking or nonfunctioning keys, clean the keyboard frequently using a can of compressed air with a straw extension. Blow the compressed air around the base of each key. To clean the key surfaces, use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth.
331734-001.book Page 8 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Replacing Hardware Replacing the System Hard Drive The system hard drive is the hard drive in the hard drive bay. Remove the system hard drive only for repair or replacement. Ä■ CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work: Shut down the tablet PC before removing the system hard drive. Do not remove the system hard drive while the tablet PC is powered on, in Standby, or in Hibernation.
331734-001.book Page 9 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel 1. Save your work, then shut down the tablet PC. 2. Turn the tablet PC front side down. 3. Remove the 2 hard drive bay cover retaining screws 1. 4. Slide, lift, then remove the hard drive bay cover 2. Removing the hard drive bay cover Ä CAUTION: The connector pins on the hard drive are designed to support only the minimal insertions or removals that may be required for repair or replacement.
331734-001.book Page 10 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel 5. To remove the hard drive, gently disengage the drive connectors 1 by sliding the hard drive toward the lower edge of the tablet PC. 6. Remove the drive from the bay 2.
331734-001.book Page 11 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel 7. To insert the replacement hard drive, lower the drive into the hard drive bay 1, then slide the connectors on the hard drive toward the connectors in the bay 2 until the connectors engage and the drive is seated.
331734-001.book Page 12 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel 8. Align the tabs on the hard drive bay cover with the cover slots on the tablet PC 1, then press downward on the cover until it is seated. 9. Reinsert the 2 retaining screws that secure the cover to the tablet PC 2.
331734-001.book Page 13 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Replacing a Pointing Stick Cap Two pointing stick replacement caps are included with an optional tablet PC keyboard. To replace a worn pointing stick cap: 1. If the keyboard is attached to the tablet PC, shut down the tablet PC. 2. Gently pull off the used pointing stick cap. 3. Push a replacement cap into place.
331734-001.book Page 14 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Preparing the Tablet PC for Shipping or Travel 1. Back up your work. 2. Remove a PC Card or SD Card. 3. Undock the tablet PC from an optional Docking Station. 4. Turn off, then disconnect all optional external devices such as headphones or an External MultiBay. (It is not necessary to detach the tablet PC from the tablet PC keyboard.) 5. Shut down the tablet PC. 6.
331734-001.book Page 15 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Traveling with the Tablet PC Checklist for Travelers ■ Take along a backup of your work. Do not pack the backup with the tablet PC. ■ Carry the tablet PC with you. Do not check it with your luggage. ■ If you will have access to an optical drive, you may want to take along the Documentation Library CD. If not, HP suggests that you print and take with you the “Contacting HP” section later in this chapter.
331734-001.book Page 16 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel ■ Å If you are traveling internationally: ❏ If you plan to use an internal modem, review Chapter 6, “Internal Modem” for information about using adapters and country configurations. You may want to print and take with you the “Solving Travel Connection Problems” section of that chapter if you are not bringing the Documentation Library CD.
331734-001.book Page 17 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Maintenance, Shipping and Travel ■ Download the latest drivers, utilities, and other software updates for your tablet PC. ■ Subscribe to the HP Support Software CD. To access these links and descriptions of the options they provide, select Start > HP Help and Support. The HP Help and Support menu is displayed in the left panel. Not all links are available worldwide, and most sites are available in limited languages.
331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM 11 Specifications The information in this chapter may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the tablet PC internationally or in extreme environments. Tablet PC and Tablet PC Keyboard Dimensions Dimension Metric U.S. Height 2.1 cm 0.8 in Width 21.0 cm 8.3 in Depth 27.1 cm 10.
331734-001.book Page 2 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Specifications Tablet PC Operating Environment Factor Metric U.S.
331734-001.book Page 3 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Specifications Modem Specifications This tablet PC has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. Factor Specification Temperatures Operating 10° to 40° C (50° to 104° F) Nonoperating -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F) Relative Humidity (noncondensing) Operating 10 to 90% Nonoperating 5 to 90% Interfaces Communications connector Standard RJ-11 connector Host Connector mini PCI Type III Power Requirements +3.
331734-001.book Page 1 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Index A AC adapter AC power connector 1–11 connecting 3–15 disconnecting 3–1 identifying 1–22 light 1–2 AC power connector 1–11 AC power, switching to and from 3–1 adapter for AC power cord. See AC adapter for connecting AC adapter to electrical outlet (Japan only) 1–22 for modem.
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331734-001.book Page 7 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Index Landscape View, Primary and Secondary 2–14 latch battery pack release 1–15, 3–3 docking restraint, recess 1–14 keyboard 8–7 See also button(s); switch light(s) AC adapter 1–2 battery 1–2 battery quick check 3–12 caps lock 1–23 LAN connection 7–3 power/standby 1–4 wireless LAN activity 1–2 local area network.
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331734-001.book Page 11 Monday, July 14, 2003 3:47 PM Index Power Meter 3–10 setting up 2–2 Setup utility 2–12 Tablet PC Input Panel 2–17 Task Manager 2–11 Windows Security window 2–11 speakers, external audio-out jack 5–5 connecting 5–6, 8–1 speakers, internal 5–3 specifications modem 6–1, 11–3 network 7–1 tablet PC 11–1 Standby avoiding while playing media 4–8 initiated during critical low-battery condition 3–13 initiating 3–15 power/standby light 1–4 resuming from 3–15 stylus.
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