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HP Compaq NX9020 User Manual

HP Compaq NX9020
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Startup Guide
HP Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 370699-001
June 2004
This guide explains how to set up your notebook and begin using
it. It also provides battery pack, power management, and
troubleshooting information.
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Table of Contents

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HP Compaq NX9020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
RAM256 MB (upgradable to 2 GB)
Storage40 GB HDD
Display15.0" XGA (1024 x 768)
GraphicsIntel Extreme Graphics 2 (shared memory)
Operating SystemWindows XP Professional
Hard Drive40 GB
Optical DriveDVD-ROM
Networking10/100 Mbps Ethernet
Wireless802.11b/g
Ports3 x USB 2.0, VGA, Parallel, Serial, Headphone, Microphone, RJ-45, RJ-11

Summary

Getting Started with Your Notebook

Important Safety Information

Provides safety warnings for electric shock, equipment damage, and serious injury, referencing the Safety & Comfort Guide.

Identifying Parts of the Notebook

Identifies standard external components and features included with most notebook models based on geographical region and selections.

Setting Up Your Notebook

Provides step-by-step instructions for initial notebook setup, including battery, power, and Windows configuration.

Basic Operation

To Reset the Notebook

Offers procedures to reset the notebook when Windows or the system becomes unresponsive, including using the power button or reset button.

Battery Packs and Power Management

To Respond to a Low-Battery Warning

Describes the notebook's low-battery alerts and actions to take, including Hibernation and restoring power.

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack

Provides warnings and guidelines for the safe disposal and recycling of used notebook battery packs.

Troubleshooting

Display Problems

Provides solutions for common display problems, including a blank screen, dim display, or issues with external displays.

Hard Drive Problems

Offers troubleshooting steps for hard drive issues, such as the drive not spinning or files becoming corrupted.

Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems

Provides solutions for common keyboard and pointing device issues, such as pointer control or TouchPad malfunction.

If the Notebook Stops Responding

Provides steps to resolve situations where the notebook becomes unresponsive, including using Task Manager or the reset button.

Power and Battery Pack Problems

Addresses common issues with power and battery packs, such as immediate shutdown, beeping, or failure to charge.

Startup Problems

Offers solutions for problems that occur when the notebook fails to respond or boot up, including AC adapter and reset button checks.

Operating System (OS) CD Repair

Details the process of repairing the operating system using the OS CD without deleting personal data, taking 1-2 hours.

OS CD Reinstall

Provides instructions for a clean reinstallation of the operating system using the OS CD, warning that personal data will be lost.

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