Broadcom BRCM1019 802.11ag Wireless LAN PCI-E Mini Card User Manual Manual Title

Broadcom Corporation 802.11ag Wireless LAN PCI-E Mini Card Manual Title

Users manual part A

DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Title.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmHardware and Software GuideHP Tablet PC SeriesDocument Part Number: 367426-001December 2004367426-xx1.book  Page i  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
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DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Notice-Front.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm© 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 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.Hardware and Software GuideHP Tablet PC SeriesFirst Edition December 2004Reference Number: tc4200Document Part Number: 367186-001367426-xx1.book  Page iii  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
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ContentsHardware and Software Guide vDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmContents1 Tablet PC FeaturesPen Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–1Top Components  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–2Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–2Pointing Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–4Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–5Pen-Activated Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–6Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–7Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–9Rear Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–11Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–13Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–15Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–17Additional Hardware Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1–182PowerPower Control and Light Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–1Selecting a Power Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–4Standby and Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–5Standby  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–5Hibernation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–5Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown  . . . . . . . . .  2–6When You Leave Your Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–6When the Power Supply Is Uncertain . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–7When Using Infrared Communication or Drive Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–7367426-xx1.book  Page v  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide viDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmUsing the Default Power Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–8Turning the Tablet PC or Display On or Off. . . . . . .  2–8Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation. . . . . . . . . .  2–9Initiating or Resuming from Standby  . . . . . . . . . . .  2–10Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures  . . . . . . . .  2–11Managing Power Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–11Accessing the Power Options Window . . . . . . . . . .  2–12Displaying the Power Meter Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–12Setting or Changing a Power Scheme . . . . . . . . . . .  2–12Using a Security Password  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–13Processor Performance Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–13Using Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–15Identifying Battery Packs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–16Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack. . . .  2–16Attaching or Detaching an Optional Travel Battery  2–18Charging Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–21Charging the Primary Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–22Charging an Optional Travel Battery  . . . . . . . . . . .  2–23Charging a New Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–23Charging an In-Use Battery Pack  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–23Monitoring the Charge of a Battery Pack  . . . . . . . . . . .  2–24Obtaining Accurate Charge Information . . . . . . . . .  2–24Displaying Charge Information on the Screen  . . . .  2–24Managing Low-Battery Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–25Identifying Low-Battery Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–26Resolving Low-Battery Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–26Calibrating a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–28When to Calibrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–28How to Calibrate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–28Conserving Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–31Conserving Power As You Work  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–31Selecting Power Conservation Settings. . . . . . . . . .  2–32Storing a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–32Disposing of a Used Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2–33367426-xx1.book  Page vi  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide viiDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm3 Pointing Devices and KeyboardUsing a Pointing Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–1Using the Pointing Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–2Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–3Using an External Mouse  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–4Setting Pointing Device Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–4Using Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–5Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference  . . . . . . .  3–6Initiating Standby (fn+f3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–6Switching Displays (fn+f4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–7Viewing Battery Charge Information (fn+f8) . . . . . .  3–7Decreasing Screen Brightness (fn+f9). . . . . . . . . . . .  3–8Increasing Screen Brightness (fn+f10) . . . . . . . . . . .  3–8Ambient Light Sensor (fn+f11). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–8Displaying System Information (fn+esc)  . . . . . . . . .  3–8Using Hotkeys with External Keyboards  . . . . . . . . .  3–8Keypads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–9Using the Internal Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–9Using an External Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–11Using Presentation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–12Using Quick Launch Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–13Quick Launch Buttons Control Panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–14Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons Control Panel 3–14Setting Presentation Mode Preferences . . . . . . . . . .  3–15Setting Advanced Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3–174 Pen and Command ControlsPen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–1Entering Information with the Pen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–2Calibrating the Pen  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–4Setting Pen Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–5367426-xx1.book  Page vii  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide viiiDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmCommand Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–6Identifying Command Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–6Command Controls Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–7Using Command Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–8Setting Command Control Preferences . . . . . . . . . .  4–11On-Screen Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4–145 MultimediaUsing Audio Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–1Using the Audio-In (Microphone) Jack. . . . . . . . . . .  5–2Using the Audio-Out (Headphone) Jack . . . . . . . . . .  5–2Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–3Using Video Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–4Using the S-Video Out Jack  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–5Connecting a Monitor or Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–6Using CD and DVD Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–7Observing the Copyright Warning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–7Installing Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–8Enabling AutoPlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–9Installing the Universal Disc Format Reader  . . . . . .  5–9Using Windows Media Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–10Using WinDVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–10Using WinDVD Creator Plus (Select Models Only) 5–10Using Sonic RecordNow! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–11Changing DVD Region Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5–116 Hardware ComponentsUsing Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–1Caring for Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–1Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–3Identifying the Hard Drive Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–4Replacing the Primary Hard Drive  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–4367426-xx1.book  Page viii  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide ixDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmUsing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–9Inserting a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–10Removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–11Using SD Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–12Inserting an SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–12Removing an SD Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–13Adding and Upgrading Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . .  6–14Adding or Upgrading a Memory Module in the Expansion Memory Slot  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–14Upgrading the Memory Module in the Primary Memory Module Slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–19Effects of Increasing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–24Connecting a Modem Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–25Using the Modem Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–26Using a Country-Specific Adapter  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–26Connecting a Network Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–28Linking to An Infrared Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–29Setting Up an Infrared Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . .  6–30Using Standby with Infrared . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–31Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–32Using a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–32Enabling USB Legacy Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–33Connecting Optional External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–33Connecting an Optional External MultiBay and External MultiBay II  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6–347 Q Menu and Desktop Video ProfilesQ Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–1Identifying Q Menu Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–2Displaying and Closing the Q Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–2Selecting an Item from the Q Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–3Obtaining Information About System-Defined Items  7–3Setting Q Menu Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–4Using a System-Defined Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–9367426-xx1.book  Page ix  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide xDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmDesktop Video Profiles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–16Identifying Profiles and Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–16Using the Default Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–21Enabling the Default Profiles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–23Customizing the Profiles (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–24Change Mode Service  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–26Tablet PC Button Driver  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7–278 WirelessWireless Local Area Network (Select Models Only)  . . .  8–3Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Corporate WLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–4Connecting Your Wireless Tablet PC to a Public WLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–4Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–5Using a WLAN Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–6Using Wireless Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–7Installing Wireless Software (Optional) . . . . . . . . . .  8–7Troubleshooting 802.11 Wireless Devices . . . . . . . .  8–9Bluetooth (Select Models Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–10Turning On, Turning Off, Enabling and Disabling the 802.11 Wireless and Bluetooth Devices  . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–12Turning On the 802.11 Wireless and Bluetooth Devices  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–14Turning Off and Disabling the 802.11 Wireless and Bluetooth Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8–159 SecuritySecurity Features Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–1Setting Security Preferences in Computer Setup . . . . . . .  9–2Using Passwords  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–3HP and Windows Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–4HP and Windows Password Guidelines  . . . . . . . . . .  9–5367426-xx1.book  Page x  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
ContentsHardware and Software Guide xiDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: 367426-001TOC.fm PN: HP-367186-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmUsing Power-On Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–6Setting Power-On Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–6Entering Power-On Passwords  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–7Requiring a Power-On Password at Restart  . . . . . . .  9–7Using HP Administrator Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–8Setting HP Administrator Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–8Entering HP Administrator Passwords . . . . . . . . . . .  9–9Using DriveLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–9Setting DriveLock Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–10Entering DriveLock Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–12Requiring a Drivelock Password at Restart. . . . . . .  9–12Changing DriveLock Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–13Removing DriveLock Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–14Disabling a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–15Using System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–15Setting System Information Options . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–16Firewall Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–16Connecting an Optional Security Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–19HP ProtectTools Security Manager (Select Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9–20Embedded Security for ProtectTools. . . . . . . . . . . .  9–20Credential Manager for ProtectTools  . . . . . . . . . . .  9–21BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools . . . . . . . . . . .  9–21Smart Card Security for ProtectTools . . . . . . . . . . .  9–2210MultiBootUnderstanding the Default Boot Sequence  . . . . . . . . . .  10–1Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup. . . . . . .  10–3Understanding MultiBoot Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10–4Setting MultiBoot Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10–5Setting a New Default Boot Sequence  . . . . . . . . . .  10–5Setting a MultiBoot Express Prompt. . . . . . . . . . . .  10–6Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences  . . . . . . . .  10–7367426-xx1.book  Page xi  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
xii Hardware and Software GuideContentshp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm11Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–1Accessing Computer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2Restoring Computer Setup Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2Selecting from the File Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–3Selecting from the Security Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–4Selecting from the Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–6Selecting from the Advanced Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–612HP Client Management SolutionsConfiguration and Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2HP Client Manager Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–213Software Update and RecoveriesPreparing to Update Software  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–1Obtaining the Support Software CD . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2Accessing Tablet PC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2Downloading Software from the Internet  . . . . . . . . . . .  11–3Downloading System ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–4Downloading Other Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–5System Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–5Safeguarding Your Data  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–6Setting System Restore Points. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–6Repairing the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–7Reinstalling the Operating System  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–7Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software  . .  11–914SpecificationsOperating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–1Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11–2Index367426-xx1.book  Page xii  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Hardware and Software Guide 1–1DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm1Tablet PC FeaturesPen ComponentsComponent Description1Pen tip Interacts with the tablet PC whenever the tip is touching the screen or within 1.27 cm (0.5 inch) of the screen.When tapped on or held over a pen-activated button, activates the button.367426-xx1.book  Page 1  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–2 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmTop ComponentsLights2Pen button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.3Pen tether eyelet Used with the tether eyelet on the tablet PC, enables you to tether the pen to the tablet PC.Component DescriptionComponent Description1Volume mute light On: System sound is turned off.2caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.3IDE drive light On: A drive in the hard drive bay is being accessed.367426-xx1.book  Page 2  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–3DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm4Battery charge light Amber: A battery pack is charging.Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity.Blinking amber: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking more quickly.Off: If the tablet PC is connected to an external power source, the light is turned off when all batteries in the tablet PC are fully charged. If the tablet PC is not connected to an external power source, the light is turned off until the battery reaches a low-battery condition.5Power/standby light Green: The tablet PC is on.Blinking green: The tablet PC is in Standby mode.6Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled.7num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.Component Description367426-xx1.book  Page 3  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–4 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmPointing DevicesComponent Description1Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.2Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.3Touchpad scroll zone* Scrolls upward or downward.4Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.5Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.367426-xx1.book  Page 4  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–5DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmButtons6TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking.7Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features, refer to the “Setting Pointing Device Preferences” section in Chapter 3, “Pointing Devices and Keyboard.”Component DescriptionComponent Description1Presentation mode button Turns on Presentation mode.2Volume mute button Turns off tablet PC sound.367426-xx1.book  Page 5  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–6 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmPen-Activated Buttons3Volume down button Decreases tablet PC sound.4Volume up button Increases tablet PC sound.5Pen eject button Ejects the pen from the pen holder.Component DescriptionComponent Description1Tablet PC Input launch button*When Windows is running, opens the Microsoft Tablet PC Input Panel application, which includes a handwriting pad and an on-screen keyboard.367426-xx1.book  Page 6  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–7DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmKeys2Rotate button* Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation.3Q Menu button* When Windows is running, opens or closes the Q Menu.*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Tablet PC Input launch button, rotate button, and Q Menu button, refer to Chapter 4, “Pen and Command Controls.”Component DescriptionComponent Description1Function keys Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the fn key.2Keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.367426-xx1.book  Page 7  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–8 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm3Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.4WIndows logo key Displays the Microsoft Windows Start menu.5fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key.Component Description367426-xx1.book  Page 8  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–9DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmFront Components367426-xx1.book  Page 9  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–10 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmComponent Description1Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the tablet PC and an optional IrDA-compliant device.2Bluetooth® antenna* Sends and receives Bluetooth device signals. ÅExposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antennae should be not less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation, including when the tablet PC display is closed.3Display release latch Opens the tablet PC.*The antennae is available on only select models. The antennae is not visible from the outside of the tablet PC. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.367426-xx1.book  Page 10  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–11DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmRear ComponentsComponent Description1USB port Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable, or connects an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II to the tablet PC. The external MultiBay must also be connected to an external power source.2RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.3RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.4Power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger, or Aircraft Power Adapter.5External monitor port Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector.367426-xx1.book  Page 11  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–12 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm6S-Video out jack Is a 7-pin, dual-purpose jack.It connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card, with an optional, standard (4-pin) S-Video cable.The extra 3 pins also enable an optional S-Video-to-composite adapter to be used with the tablet PC.4Jog dial* Functions like enter and the up and down arrow keys on a standard keyboard.■Press inward to enter a command.■Rotate upward to scroll upward.■Rotate downward to scroll downward.5Windows Security button* When pressed with the pen tip or a small object like the end of a paper clip while:■Windows is open, enters the ctrl+alt+delete command.†■The Setup utility is open, enters the reset command.*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Windows security button and jog dial, refer to Chapter 4, “Pen and Command Controls.”†To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the Ctrl, Alt, and Del keys on the on-screen keyboard.Component Description367426-xx1.book  Page 12  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–13DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmRight-Side ComponentsComponent Description1Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces system sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio.2Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional monaural or stereo microphone.3USB port Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable, or connects an optional external MultiBay or MultiBay II to the tablet PC. The external MultiBay must also be connected to an external power source.367426-xx1.book  Page 13  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–14 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm4PC Card eject button Ejects PC Cards from the PC Card slot.5PC Card slot Supports optional Type I, Type II, or Type III 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Cards.6SD Card slot Accepts SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards.Component Description367426-xx1.book  Page 14  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–15DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmLeft-Side ComponentsComponent Description1Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the tablet PC.ÄSecurity solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrants may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.2Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow.3Wireless button* Turns on wireless LAN or Bluetooth.367426-xx1.book  Page 15  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–16 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pm4USB port Connects USB 1.1- and 2.0-compliant devices to the tablet PC using a standard USB cable, or connects an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II to the tablet PC. The external MultiBay must be connected to an external power source.5HP Information Center button content to come6Power/standby switch* When the tablet PC is■Off, slide to the left and release to turn on the tablet PC.■In Standby, slide to the right or left and release to exit Standby.■In Hibernation, slide to the right or left and release to exit Hibernation.■On, slide to the right and release to enter Standby.If the tablet PC has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, slide to the left and hold for 5 seconds to turn off the tablet PC.7Speaker Produces tablet PC sound.8Pen holder Secures the pen to the tablet PC.*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the power features, refer to the “Managing Power Options” section in Chapter 2, “Power.” For inforamtion about changing the functions of the wireless features, refer to Chapter 8, “Wireless.”Component Description367426-xx1.book  Page 16  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
Tablet PC FeaturesHardware and Software Guide 1–17DRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmBottom ComponentsComponent Description1Docking connector Connects the tablet PC to an optional docking device.2Vents (3) Enable airflow to cool internal components.ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the tablet PC on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow.3Travel battery connector Connects an optional travel battery.4Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive.5Primary battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. 6Primary battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.7Memory module compartmentContains one primary memory slot (populated).367426-xx1.book  Page 17  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM
1–18 Hardware and Software GuideTablet PC FeaturesDRAFT Revised: 8/24/04File: Chap1.fm PN: HP-367426-001 hp CONFIDENTIALAugust 24, 2004 4:01 pmAdditional Hardware ComponentsComponent Description1AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.2Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC wall outlet.3Primary battery pack* Runs the tablet PC when the tablet PC is not connected to external power.4Modem adapter* Adapts the modem cable for a non-RJ-11 telephone jack.5Modem cable* Connects a modem to a telephone jack or a country-specific modem adapter.*Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary in appearance by region and country. Battery packs vary by model.367426-xx1.book  Page 18  Tuesday, August 24, 2004  4:02 PM

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