HP OmniBook 6100 Information

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2 Oct 2001

This file contains the most up-to-date information on the following topics:

Sources of Information about the HP notebook computer and Windows

Precautions

Using Wireless LAN

Using an External Monitor

Removing the Hard Disk Drive

Playing DVD Movies

Using a TV as a Monitor

Using AOL 5.0 Software

Using a CD-RW Module with a Docking System

Windows 98

Swapping Plug-In Modules

Using the Infrared Port

Maintaining Power Management

Using a Video Card in the F1477 Docking System.

Windows 2000

Changing the Refresh Rate for an External Monitor

Using the Volume Controls

Booting from a Network

Reinstalling HP One-Touch

Using VirusScan with a Network Connection

Windows XP

Using an External Keyboard

Using Wireless LAN Connections

Using an Internet Proxy Server

Windows NT

Restoring Operation under Windows NT

Standby Mode and the F1477 Docking System

Using PC Cards

Installing VirusScan and Card Executive

Installing the Service Pack for Windows NT 4.0

Matching the Keyboard and Driver

Using Media Player

Dr. Watson Errors during Software Installation

Best Practices for Using Your HP Notebook Computer

Physical Care

General Use

Sources of Information

* The printed Startup Guide introduces the notebook computer and shows you the basics. It also contains

troubleshooting information.

Other manuals for HP OmniBook 6100

Manual225 pages

Service Manual114 pages

Reference Guide173 pages

Startup Guide79 pages

Questions and Answers:

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Jacob BatesSep 8, 2025
How to fix "Invalid system disk" or "Auto IDE error" on HP Laptop?
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  Harry ScottSep 8, 2025
  To resolve an "Invalid system disk" or "Auto IDE error" message on your HP Laptop, first check for a disk in the floppy drive. Then, check the boot order in BIOS Setup. Finally, remove and reinsert the hard drive. The issue might stem from the hard drive contacts or the hard drive itself.
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beckyhoodSep 9, 2025
What to do if my HP OmniBook 6100 beeps once, spins hard disk, repeats, but does not boot?
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  Jamie WalkerSep 10, 2025
  If your HP Laptop beeps once, spins the hard disk, repeats, but doesn't boot, make sure at least one SDRAM module is installed. The cause of this issue is often a missing or improperly installed SDRAM module.
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William BuckSep 12, 2025
What to do if files are corrupted on HP OmniBook 6100 Laptop?
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  Rhonda CastroSep 12, 2025
  If files on your HP Laptop are corrupted, run the VirusScan program. Check the disk surface by running Scandisk (Windows 95/98) or by using the Tools tab in the disk’s Properties sheet (Windows 2000). Test the hard disk drive with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. Use the Recovery CD to restore original factory software.

HP OmniBook 6100 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Pentium III
Display Size	14.1 inches
Display Type	TFT LCD
Battery Life	Up to 3 hours
Optical Drive	CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Network	10/100 Ethernet, 56K Modem
RAM	64 MB - 512 MB
Display Resolution	1024 x 768 pixels
Operating System	Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP
Ports	USB, VGA, Serial, Parallel, PS/2