Broadcom BRCM1028 802.11g Wireless LAN PCI-E Mini Card User Manual User Guide

Broadcom Corporation 802.11g Wireless LAN PCI-E Mini Card User Guide

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© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, L.P.Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registeredtrademarks of Microsoft Corporation.Bluetooth is a trademark owned by itsproprietor and used by Hewlett-PackardCompany under license. SD Logo is atrademark of its proprietor. Java is a U.S.trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.The information contained herein is subject tochange without notice. The only warrantiesfor HP products and services are set forth inthe express warranty statementsaccompanying such products and services.Nothing herein should be construed asconstituting an additional warranty. HP shallnot be liable for technical or editorial errorsor omissions contained herein.First Edition: September 2008Document Part Number: 483212-001Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
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Table of contents1 Identifying hardware2 ComponentsTop components ...................................................................................................................... 2Lights ....................................................................................................................... 2Buttons, switches, and pointing devices ........................................................................ 4Display components .................................................................................................. 5Keys ........................................................................................................................ 6Front components ..................................................................................................................... 7Rear components ..................................................................................................................... 8Right-side components .............................................................................................................. 9Left-side components ............................................................................................................... 10Bottom components ................................................................................................................ 12Wireless antennae ................................................................................................................. 13Additional hardware components ............................................................................................ 143 Using the tabletTablet display components ...................................................................................................... 16Rotating the display ................................................................................................................ 17Tablet mode ........................................................................................................... 17Notebook mode ..................................................................................................... 184 LabelsIndex ................................................................................................................................. 21vAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
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1Identifying hardwareTo see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:1.Select Start > Computer > System properties.2.In the left pane, click Device Manager.You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager.NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, runningutilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help for more information.1Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
2ComponentsTop componentsLightsComponent Description(1) Power light ●On: The computer is on.●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.●Blinking rapidly: An AC adapter with a higher power ratingshould be connected.●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.(2) Battery light ●Amber: A battery is charging.●Green: A battery is close to full charge capacity.●Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available powersource has reached a low battery level. When the batteryreaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinkingrapidly.●Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source,the light turns off when all batteries in the computer are fullycharged. If the computer is not plugged into an external power2Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Component Descriptionsource, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low batterylevel.(3) Drive light ●Blinking green: The hard drive is being accessed.●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the internalhard drive.(4) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.(5) TouchPad light ●White: TouchPad is enabled.●Amber: TouchPad is disabled.(5) Volume mute light ●Off: Computer sound is on.●On: Computer sound is off.(6) Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speakervolume.(7) Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speakervolume.(8) Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.Top components 3Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Buttons, switches, and pointing devicesComponent Description(1) Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.(2) Presentation button Starts the presentation feature.(3) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound.(4) Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume:●To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scrollzone from right to left. You can also tap or press the left half ofthe volume scroll zone.●To increase volume, slide your finger across the volume scrollzone from left to right. You can also tap or press the right halfof the volume scroll zone.(5) Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.(6) Right pointing stick button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.(7) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.(8) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.(9) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.(10) TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.(11) Left pointing stick button Functions like the left button on an external mouse.4Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Display componentsComponent Description(1) Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is recording or streaming video or capturing a stillphotograph.(2) Integrated Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs.(3) Keyboard light Illuminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when the keyboardlight button is pressed.(4) Keyboard light button Opens and turns on the keyboard light.(5) HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon.(6) Internal microphones (2) Record sound and transmit sound for video conferencing.(7) Ambient light sensor Automatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lightingconditions in your environment.(8) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditionalnotebook mode into tablet mode or vice versa.* These controls can be accidentally activated while you are carrying the computer. To disable the controls, press and hold boththe Q Menu button and the rotate button for several seconds. To reenable these controls, press and hold both buttons again.Top components 5Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
KeysComponent Description(1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with thefn key.(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with a function key or the esc key.(3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.(4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.(5) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.(6) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed incombination with the fn key.6Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Front componentsComponent Description(1) Power switch ●When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to turnon the computer.●When the computer is on, slide the switch to the right to shutdown the computer.●When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the switch to theright briefly to exit Sleep.●When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch to theright briefly to exit Hibernation.If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdownprocedures are ineffective, slide the switch to the right and hold forat least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.To learn more about your power settings, select Start > ControlPanel > System and Maintenance > Power Options.(2) Display release latch Opens the computer.(3) Keyboard light button Opens and turns on the keyboard light.(4) External WWAN antenna button Opens the external WWAN antenna.(5) Bluetooth® compartment Contains an optional Bluetooth device.Front components 7Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Rear componentsComponent Description(1) Windows security button* ●While Windows is running, press the button with the pen toenter the ctrl+alt+delete command.●While the Computer Setup utility is running, press the buttonwith the pen to enter the reset command. The computer resetsand all unsaved information is lost. The reset function can beused to restore functionality when the system has becomeunresponsive.(2) Rotate button Switches the image between landscape and portrait orientation.(3) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable.(4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.(5) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.*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.8Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Right-side componentsComponent Description(1) HP Fingerprint Sensor (fingerprint reader) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon.(2) 1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as acamcorder.(3) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereospeakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.(4) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo arraymicrophone, or monaural microphone.(5) Media Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital(SD) Memory Card and MultiMediaCard (MMC).(6) USB port Connects an optional USB device.(7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but itmay not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.Right-side components 9Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Left-side componentsNOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.Component Description(1) Pen holder Stores the pen.(2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries orof overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly onyour lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer onlyon a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such asan adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows orrugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapterto contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs orclothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adaptercomply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits definedby the International Standard for Safety of Information TechnologyEquipment (IEC 60950).NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internalcomponents and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fanto cycle on and off during routine operation.(3) ExpressCard slot (select models only) Supports optional ExpressCards.(4) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless localarea network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband WirelessModule, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.●Amber: All wireless devices are off.(5) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wirelessconnection.NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish awireless connection.(6) Info button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various softwaresolutions.(7) Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional externalMultiBay, if used with a powered USB cable.10 Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Component Description(1) Pen holder Stores the pen.(2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries orof overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly onyour lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer onlyon a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such asan adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows orrugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapterto contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs orclothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adaptercomply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits definedby the International Standard for Safety of Information TechnologyEquipment (IEC 60950).NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internalcomponents and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fanto cycle on and off during routine operation.(3) Smart card reader (select models only) Supports smart cards and Java™ cards.(4) Wireless light ●Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless localarea network (WLAN) device, the HP Broadband WirelessModule, and/or a Bluetooth device, is on.●Amber: All wireless devices are off.(5) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wirelessconnection.NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish awireless connection.(6) Info button Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various softwaresolutions.(7) Powered USB port Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional externalMultiBay, if used with a powered USB cable.Left-side components 11Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Bottom componentsComponent Description(1) Hard drive compartment Holds the hard drive, memory module slots, WLAN module (selectmodels only) and WWAN module (select models only).(2) Vents (2) Enable airflow to cool internal components.WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries orof overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly onyour lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer onlyon a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such asan adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows orrugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapterto contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs orclothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adaptercomply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits definedby the International Standard for Safety of Information TechnologyEquipment (IEC 60950).NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internalcomponents and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fanto cycle on and off during routine operation.(3) Speaker Produces sound.(4) Battery bay Holds the battery.(5) SIM slot Contains a subscriber identity module (SIM). The SIM slot is locatedinside the battery bay.(6) Accessory battery connector door Slides open to expose the accessory battery connector.(7) Accessory battery connector Connects an optional accessory battery.(8) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.(9) Charge level indicator Displays the approximate remaining battery charge.(10) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.12 Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Wireless antennaeOn select computer models, wireless antennae send and receive signals from one or more wirelessdevices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer.Component Description(1) WWAN antenna* Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide area networks (WWAN).(2) WLAN antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN).(3) External WWAN antenna Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wirelesswide area networks (WWAN).*The antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around theantennae free from obstructions.To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and EnvironmentalNotices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.Wireless antennae 13Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Additional hardware componentsComponent Description(1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.(2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.(3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into externalpower.*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.14 Chapter 2 ComponentsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
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Tablet display componentsComponent Description(1) Windows security button* When pressed while●Windows is open, enters the ctrl+alt+delete command.**●Computer Setup utility is open, enters the reset command.(2) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditionalnotebook mode into tablet mode or vice versa.(3) Jog dial* Functions like the enter key and the up and down arrow keys on astandard keyboard:●Press inward to enter a command.●Rotate up to scroll up.●Rotate down to scroll down.(4) Pen holder Stores the pen.*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of the Windows security button and jog dial,select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Tablet PC Settings.**To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl, alt, and del keys on theon-screen keyboard.16 Chapter 3 Using the tabletAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Rotating the displayThe computer display can rotate from traditional notebook mode to tablet modeNOTE: When the computer is docked in either notebook mode or tablet mode, the display will notrotate.Tablet modeTo change the computer from notebook mode to tablet mode:1.Slide the display release latch to release the display, then open the computer display.2.Rotate the computer display clockwise until it snaps into place facing away from the keyboard.Rotating the display 17Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
3.Tilt the computer display downward onto the keyboard until it snaps into place.In tablet mode, the screen display automatically rotates from portrait to landscape as it is being turned.NOTE: If antennae on the computer are held in close proximity to the body, the antennae may disableautomatic rotation of the screen display.Notebook mode To change the computer from tablet mode to notebook mode:1.Slide the display release latch (1).18 Chapter 3 Using the tabletAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
2.Open the computer display (2).3.Rotate the computer display counterclockwise until it snaps into place facing the keyboard.NOTE: To prevent a lack of response when you turn on the computer, make sure the battery is firmlyseated.Rotating the display 19Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
4LabelsThe labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot systemproblems or travel internationally with the computer.●Service tag - Provides the product brand and series name, serial number (s/n), and product number(p/n) of your computer. Have this information available when you contact technical support. Theservice tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.●Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity - Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need theProduct Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottomof the computer.●Regulatory label - Provides regulatory information about the computer. The regulatory label is affixedinside the battery bay.●Modem approval label - Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agencyapproval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved foruse. You may need this information when traveling internationally. The modem approval label isaffixed inside the battery bay.●Wireless certification label(s) (select models only) - Provide information about optional wirelessdevices and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the devices have been approvedfor use. An optional device may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optionalBluetooth® device. If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or morecertification labels are included with your computer. You may need this information when travelinginternationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay and the hard drivebay.●SIM (subscriber identity module) label (select models only) - Provides the ICCID (Integrated CircuitCard Identifier) of your SIM. This label is located inside the battery bay.●HP Broadband Wireless Module serial number label (select models only) - Provides the serial numberof your HP Broadband Wireless Module. This label is located inside the battery bay.20 Chapter 4 LabelsAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
IndexSymbols/Numerics1394 port, identifying 9AAC adapter, identifying 14accessory battery connector,identifying 12ambient light sensor, identifying 5applications key, Windows 6audio-in (microphone) jack,identifying 9audio-out (headphone) jack,identifying 9Bbattery bay 12, 20battery light, identifying 2battery release latch,identifying 12battery, identifying 14baysbattery 12, 20Bluetooth compartment,identifying 7Bluetooth label 20buttonsexternal WWAN antenna 7keyboard light 5, 7Presentation 4rotate 8TouchPad 4volume mute 4Windows security 8, 16Ccaps lock light, identifying 3Certificate of Authenticity label 20charge level indicator,identifying 12compartmentshard drive 12memory module 12wireless devices 12componentsadditional hardware 14bottom 12display 5front 7left-side 10rear 8right-side 9top 2wireless antennae 13connector, power 8convertible hinge, identifying 5,16cord, power 14Ddisplaynotebook mode 18rotating 17tablet mode 17display release latch,identifying 7display switch, identifying 4docking connector, identifying 12drive light, identifying 3Eesc key, identifying 6ExpressCard slot 10external monitor port,identifying 8external WWAN antenna button,identifying 7external WWAN antenna,identifying 13Ffingerprint reader, identifying 5,9fn key, identifying 6function keys, identifying 6Hhard drive compartment,identifying 12headphone (audio-out) jack 9hinge, convertible 5, 16holder, pen 16HP Broadband Wireless Moduleserial number label 20IIEEE 1394 port, identifying 9internal display switch,identifying 4internal microphone, identifying 5Jjacksaudio-in (microphone) 9audio-out (headphone) 9RJ-11 (modem) 8RJ-45 (network 8Jog dial 16Kkeyboard light button,identifying 5, 7keyboard light, identifying 5keypad keys, identifying 6keysesc 6fn 6function 6keypad 6Index 21Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Windows applications 6Windows logo 6LlabelsBluetooth 20HP Broadband 20Microsoft Certificate ofAuthenticity 20modem approval 20regulatory 20service tag 20SIM 20wireless certification 20WLAN 20latch, battery release 12lightsbattery 2caps lock 3drive 3keyboard 5mute 3num lock 3power 2TouchPad 3volume down 3volume mute 3volume up 3webcam 5wireless 10, 11MMedia Card Reader, identifying 9memory module compartment 12microphone (audio-in) jack 9microphone, internal 5Microsoft Certificate of Authenticitylabel 20modem approval label 20monitor port, external 8mute button, identifying 4mute light, identifying 3Nnum lock light, identifying 3Ooperating systemMicrosoft Certificate ofAuthenticity label 20Product Key 20Ppen holder 10, 16pen holder, identifying 11pointing stick buttons,identifying 4pointing stick, identifying 4ports1394 9external monitor 8USB 9power connector, identifying 8power cord, identifying 14power light, identifying 2Presentation button, identifying 4Product Key 20product name and number,computer 20Rreader, fingerprint 5, 9regulatory informationmodem approval label 20regulatory label 20wireless certification labels 20release latch, battery 12RJ-11 (modem) jack, identifying 8RJ-45 (network) jack, identifying 8rotate button 8Ssecurity cable slot, identifying 9serial number, computer 20service tag 20SIM label 20SIM slot, identifying 12slotsExpressCard 10Media Card Reader 9smart card reader, identifying 11speaker, identifying 12switcheswireless 10, 11Ttablet display components 16TouchPad buttons 4TouchPad light 3TouchPad scroll zone 4TouchPad, identifying 4traveling with the computermodem approval label 20wireless certification labels 20UUSB port, powered 10, 11USB ports, identifying 9Vvent 10, 11vents, identifying 12volume down light, identifying 3volume mute button, identifying 4volume mute light, identifying 3volume scroll zone, identifying 4volume up light, identifying 3Wwebcam light, identifying 5webcam, identifying 5Windows applications key,identifying 6Windows logo key, identifying 6Windows security button 16Windows security button,identifying 8wireless certification label 20wireless device compartment 12wireless light, identifying 10, 11wireless switch, identifying 10,11WLAN antenna, identifying 13WLAN device 20WLAN label 20WWAN antenna, identifying 1322 IndexAntenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
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