HP Pavilion xt200 - Notebook PC Maintenance Manual
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- Page 1 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel hp notebook series Document Part Number: 316760-001 April 2003 This guide explains how to maintain your notebook, provides steps for routine care, and includes guidelines on how to prepare the notebook for shipping or traveling.
- Page 2 © 2003 Hewlett-Packard Company Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Maintaining Your Software and Personal Data Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System..1–1 Virus Protection ....... . 1–2 Backup Utilities . -
Page 4: Maintaining Your Software And Personal Data
Maintaining Your Software and Personal Data HP recommends that you install all software updates as they become available. However, if your system is connected to a network, you may need to confer with your Information Services department before updating system ROM. Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System The Windows operating system included in the QuickRestore... -
Page 5: Virus Protection
Maintaining Your Software and Personal Data Virus Protection If you use the notebook for e-mail or to access the World Wide Web, you risk infecting the system with a computer virus. You can protect the notebook from infection by installing antivirus software. -
Page 6: Maintaining Your Hardware
Maintaining Your Hardware Your notebook is designed as a durable product. To maintain its performance and promote longevity, follow these guidelines: ■ Carry and store your notebook in a portable carrying case. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the display, do not place anything on top of the notebook even when it is in the carrying case. -
Page 7: Monitoring Notebook Temperature
Maintaining Your Hardware ■ If the notebook will not be used for a week or more, shut it down. ■ If the notebook will be disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks: ❏ Shut down the notebook. ❏ Remove all battery packs and store them in a cool, dry place. -
Page 8: Cleaning The Keyboard
Maintaining Your Hardware Cleaning the Keyboard Clean the keyboard regularly to prevent keys from sticking and to remove dust, lint, and particles that can become trapped beneath the keys. Ideally, use a can of compressed air with a straw extension to blow air in and around the keys. Cleaning the keyboard Ä... -
Page 9: Cleaning The Display
Maintaining Your Hardware Cleaning the Display To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean your display with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic screen cleaner or premoistened antistatic wipes. Ä CAUTION: Never spray water, cleaning fluids, or chemicals on the screen. -
Page 10: Cleaning An External Mouse
Maintaining Your Hardware Cleaning an External Mouse Keeping an external mouse clean can substantially improve its performance and prevent loss of mouse pointer control. To clean an external mouse, complete the following steps: 1. Turn the mouse over and rotate the circular plate about 1/4-inch counterclockwise until it pops loose. - Page 11 Maintaining Your Hardware 2. Remove the ball from your mouse and clean it with an antistatic wipe or a lint-free cotton cloth. Removing the ball from the mouse 3. Spray the inside of the mouse with compressed air or clean it with a non-cotton swab to remove loose debris and dust.
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Page 12: Caring For Drives
Maintaining Your Hardware Caring for Drives Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives at all times. Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work, or damage to the notebook or a drive: ■... -
Page 13: Preparing The Notebook For Shipping Or Traveling
Preparing the Notebook for Shipping or Traveling To prepare the notebook for shipping or traveling: 1. Back up your work. 2. Remove all CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, diskettes, disks, or PC Cards. 3. Turn off, then disconnect, all external devices. 4. Shut down the notebook. 5. - Page 14 Preparing the Notebook for Shipping or Traveling ■ Do not expose the notebook or diskettes to a magnetic security detector. ❏ The security device that examines carry-on items placed on a conveyor belt uses x-rays and is safe for the notebook and diskettes.