HP Notebook QuickDock

1 HP Notebook QuickDockUser Guide Copyright 2006, 2008 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, , Windows, and Windows Vista aretrademarks or registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation in the United Statesand/or other information contained herein is subjectto change without notice. The onlywarranties for HP products and services areset forth in the express warranty statementsaccompanying such products and herein should be construed asconstituting an additional warranty. HP shallnot be liable for technical or editorial errorsor omissions contained Edition: March 2008 First Edition: July 2006 Document Part Number: 415853-002 Table of contents1 Getting startedIdentifying components.

2 2 Front components .. 2 Rear components .. 2 Right-side components .. 3 Left-side components .. 3 Setting up the QuickDock .. 5 Step 1: Connect to AC power .. 5 Step 2: Connect the computer .. 5 Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleeping .. 82 Using the QuickDockQuickDock guidelines .. 9 Connecting to a network .. 10 Connecting USB devices .. 11 Connecting to a VGA display device .. 12 Connecting audio .. 13 Connecting analog audio devices .. 13 Connecting digital audio devices .. 13 Connecting an optional security cable .. 153 Disconnecting the computer4 TroubleshootingSolving common problems.

3 17 General use and connection problems .. 17 Audio problems .. 18 Video problems .. 18 Getting more information .. 19 Technical support .. 19 Index .. 20iiiiv1 Getting startedThis chapter identifies the visible hardware features of the HP Notebook QuickDock and provides theinstructions for setting up the :The QuickDock may have features that are not supported by your computer. For informationon supported signals that are transmitted through the computer expansion port, refer to your computeruser componentsFront components ComponentDescription(1)Connection indicator lightOn: The computer is connected and turned on.

4 (2)AC power connect lightOn: The QuickDock is connected to AC power .(3)Consumer infrared lensDetects the infrared signal of an optional remote components ComponentDescription(1) power connector 1 Connects the computer's smart AC adapter .(2) power connector 2 Connects the computer's standard AC adapter .(3)USB ports (4)*Connect optional USB devices.(4)S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) digitalaudio jackConnects an optional compatible audio/video receiver through adigital coaxial cable (purchased separately).(5)External monitor portConnects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.

5 (6)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.*There are 2 additional USB ports on the right side of the 1 Getting startedRight-side components ComponentDescription(1)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the :The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, butit may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.(2) power buttonTurns on the :The power button on the QuickDock has the samefunction as the power button on the computer, even if the computerdisplay is closed.(3)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces computer sound when connected to optional poweredstereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or :Speakers connected to the QuickDock are muted whena device is connected to the headphone jack on the QuickDock orthe Notebook .

6 (4)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo arraymicrophone, or monaural microphone.(5)USB ports (2)*Connect optional USB devices.*There are 4 additional USB ports on the rear of the componentsIdentifying components3 ComponentDescription(1)Expansion cableConnects the QuickDock to a computer.(2)Good dock connection lightOn: The computer is connected and turned 1 Getting startedSetting up the QuickDockStep 1: Connect to AC powerWARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment:Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet.

7 Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter . Thegrounding pin is an important safety feature. It is possible to receive an electric shock from a systemthat is not properly ensure the correct performance of all QuickDock features, connect the QuickDock to an AC powersource using the computer AC adapter and power the computer AC adapter to the appropriate QuickDock power connector (1): Connect the computer smart AC adapter to power connector 1. or Connect the computer standard AC adapter to power connector the AC power cord to the AC adapter (2).

8 The AC power cord to the AC outlet (3).Step 2: Connect the computerTo connect the computer to the and hold the buttons on the sides of the expansion cable (1).Setting up the the expansion cable to the expansion port on the computer (2), matching the icon on thecomputer expansion port with the icon on the end of the expansion :To prevent damage to the expansion port, be sure that you correctly align theexpansion cable to the expansion port on the :The location of the expansion port on your computer varies by computer series and :The expansion port may also be called expansion port 3 in the computer user the computer is on, the good dock connection light on the expansion cable turns 1 Getting the computer is off, follow either of these steps to turn it on: Press the power button on the :The power button location on the computer varies by computer series and model.

9 Or Press the power button on the :The power button on the QuickDock has the same function as the power button on thecomputer, even if the computer display is power light on the front of the QuickDock turns up the QuickDock7 Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleepingTo ensure that the computer does not sleep when the lid is Start, and then click Control power Options, and then click the Advanced the power Buttons section, click Do nothing from the When I close the lid of my portablecomputer list, and then click 1 Getting started2 Using the QuickDockQuickDock guidelines Operating systems For optimal performance, use the QuickDock with HP or Compaq computersrunning Microsoft Windows XP or the Windows Vista operating system.

10 power To use QuickDock features, AC power must be connected to the QuickDock . TheQuickDock supplies power to the computer while the computer and QuickDock are connected. Connecting and disconnecting The computer can be connected or disconnected from theQuickDock whether the computer is on or off. The good dock connection light on the expansioncable shows a successful connection and turns on when the computer turns on. The power lighton the QuickDock turns on when the computer turns on. External devices When the computer is connected to the QuickDock , you may attach externaldevices to the ports on the rear panel of the QuickDock or to the ports on the :When the computer is connected to the QuickDock , the external monitor port on thecomputer is disabled.