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  • Page 1

    1. Internal Microphone 14. Right Touchpad Button 2. Volume Mute Button with LED 15. Optional Biometric Fingerprint Sensor 3. Volume Down Button 16. Left Touchpad Button 4. Volume Up Button 17 Hard Drive Activity LED 5. Calculator Launch Button 18 Battery Charging LED 6. RJ-45 Port (NIC) 19. Power/Standby LED 7. Integrated Numeric Keypad 20. Wireles[...]

  • Page 2

    1. PC Card Eject Button 6. S-Video TV Out 2. Integrated Smart Card Reader 7. VGA/External Monitor Port 3. PC Card Slot 8. Power Connector 4. IEEE 1394a Port 9. RJ-11 Port (Modem) 5. 2 USB 2.0 Ports 10. Kensington Lock Slot At A Glance At A Glance At A Glance At A Glance Genuine Windows XP Professional Edition, Genuine Windows XP Home Edition, FreeD[...]

  • Page 3

    Processors Processors Processors Processors Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7400 (2.16-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T7200 (2.0-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 4-MB L2 cache)* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5600 (1.83-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)* Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T5500 (1.66-GHz, 667-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache)* Intel Core Duo [...]

  • Page 4

    Memory Memory Memory Memory Standard Standard Standard Standard 512-MB, 1024-MB or 2048-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM SODIMMs Two SODIMM slots supporting dual channel memory Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum Upgradeable to 4096-MB maximum (2048-MB SODIMM in slots 1 and 2) Dual-channel Dual-channel Dual-channel Dual-channel Maximized dual-channel performance [...]

  • Page 5

    Keyboard Keyboard Keyboard Keyboard The 101/102-key compatible keyboard features an industry standard, full-width layout with desktop keyboard features such as isolated inverted-T cursor control keys, left and right control and alt keys, and 12 function keys. Other features include a full numeric keypad, hotkeys for instant access to power conserva[...]

  • Page 6

    Interfaces Interfaces Interfaces Interfaces PC Card Slot PC Card Slot PC Card Slot PC Card Slot One – Type I/II Smart Card Reader Smart Card Reader Smart Card Reader Smart Card Reader One External Monitor External Monitor External Monitor External Monitor One – VGA External Microphone External Microphone External Microphone External Microphone [...]

  • Page 7

    HP Backup and Recovery HP Backup and Recovery HP Backup and Recovery HP Backup and Recovery Manager Manager Manager Manager Each unit is shipped with HP Backup and Recovery Manager. HP Backup and Recovery Manager can provide data and system file protection for HP business PCs to enable fast recovery if the system becomes corrupted or if important i[...]

  • Page 8

    Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply External 90-watt AC adapter, 6-foot (1.8-meter) power cord included. Total length including External AC adapter is 12 feet (3.66 meter). HP Fast Charge Technology* *Fast Charge Technology recharges your battery up to 90% within 90 minutes when the system is off. Fast Charge Technology does not app[...]

  • Page 9

    Service and Support Service and Support Service and Support Service and Support HP Services includes a one-year standard parts and labor warranty, pick-up or carry-in, and toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support (depending on model). On-site service and warranty upgrades are also available. NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: Certain restrictions and[...]

  • Page 10

    Memory Memory Memory Memory 512-MB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM993AA 1-GB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM994AA 2-GB 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM EM995AA MultiBay II Storage MultiBay II Storage MultiBay II Storage MultiBay II Storage (9.5-mm) (9.5-mm) (9.5-mm) (9.5-mm) NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: Requires HP Advanced Docking Station or HP External MultiBay II DVD-ROM MultiBay II [...]

  • Page 11

    Input/Output Devices Input/Output Devices Input/Output Devices Input/Output Devices USB/PS2 Keyboard DC852A#xxx USB/PS2 Optical Mouse DC369A HP USB Optical Travel Mouse F2100A QuickSpecs HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC Options DA - 12427 EMEA — Version 13 — Sept[...]

  • Page 12

    Up to 4096 MB* of 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM Two DIMM slots DIMM sizes supported: 512 MB, 1024 MB, and 2048 MB Standard Memory Standard Memory Standard Memory Standard Memory 512 MB (512 MB x 1) 1024 MB (1024 MB x 1 or 512 MB x 2) 2048 MB (1024 MB x 2) 4096 MB* (2048 MB x 2) Optional Memory Optional Memory Optional Memory Optional Memory Upgrades Upgrades [...]

  • Page 13

    Removable Media Drive Support Removable Media Drive Support Removable Media Drive Support Removable Media Drive Support Quantity Supported Quantity Supported Quantity Supported Quantity Supported Drive Bay Drive Bay Drive Bay Drive Bay LightScribe DVD+/-RW Drive with Double Layer One Fixed optical drive bay DVD+/-RW SuperMulti Drive with Double Lay[...]

  • Page 14

    System Unit System Unit System Unit System Unit Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.3 in (at front) x 15.5 in x 10.8 in (33 mm (at front) x 393 mm x 275 mm) Weight Weight Weight Weight 7.4 lb (3.36 kg) NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: Height varies depending upon where on the notebook the measurement is made. Weight includes 8-cell battery[...]

  • Page 15

    HP 90W Smart AC HP 90W Smart AC HP 90W Smart AC HP 90W Smart AC Adapter Adapter Adapter Adapter Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions 5.24 x 2.28 x 1.1 in (13.3 x 5.8 x 2.9 cm) Weight Weight Weight Weight 0.86 lb (390 g) Input Input Input Input 100 to 240 VAC Input Efficiency 83% min at 115 VAC Input frequency range 47 to 63 Hz Input AC curre[...]

  • Page 16

    Optional HP 8-Cell Optional HP 8-Cell Optional HP 8-Cell Optional HP 8-Cell Extended Life Battery Extended Life Battery Extended Life Battery Extended Life Battery Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions (H x W x L) 1.0 x 3.9 x 8.7 in (2.5 x 10.0 x 22.0 cm) Weight Weight Weight Weight 1.00 lb (0.455 kg) Cells/Type Cells/Type Cells/Type Cells/Ty[...]

  • Page 17

    17.0-Inch Color TFT 17.0-Inch Color TFT 17.0-Inch Color TFT 17.0-Inch Color TFT WXGA+ Display WXGA+ Display WXGA+ Display WXGA+ Display Active Area Active Area Active Area Active Area (W x H) 14.5 x 9.0 in (36.7 x 22.9 cm) Diagonal Size Diagonal Size Diagonal Size Diagonal Size 17.0 in (431.8 mm) Surface Treatment Surface Treatment Surface Treatmen[...]

  • Page 18

    Hard Drives Hard Drives Hard Drives Hard Drives 120-GB 5400 rpm SATA 120-GB 5400 rpm SATA 120-GB 5400 rpm SATA 120-GB 5400 rpm SATA Drive Weight Drive Weight Drive Weight Drive Weight 0.25 lb (113 g) Capacity Capacity Capacity Capacity 120 GB Height Height Height Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm) Width Width Width Width 2.75 in (70 mm) Interface Interface In[...]

  • Page 19

    80-GB 5400 rpm SATA 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA 80-GB 5400 rpm SATA Drive Weight Drive Weight Drive Weight Drive Weight 0.22 lb (101 g) Capacity Capacity Capacity Capacity 80 GB Height Height Height Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm) Width Width Width Width 2.75 in (70 mm) Interface Interface Interface Interface ATA-7 / SATA 1.0a Transfer Rate Tra[...]

  • Page 20

    DVD/CD-RW Combo DVD/CD-RW Combo DVD/CD-RW Combo DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive Drive Drive Drive Access Times Access Times Access Times Access Times Random <110 ms CD <130 ms DVD Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer Rate 24X CD-ROM 3,600 KB/s 8X DVD 10,800 KB/s 24X CD-R 3,600 KB/s 24X CD-RW 3,600 KB/s [...]

  • Page 21

    DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DVD+/-RW SuperMulti Drive with Double Layer Drive with Double Layer Drive with Double Layer Drive with Double Layer Access Times Access Times Access Times Access Times Random <175 ms CD <230 ms DVD Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer Rate Max Data Transfer[...]

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    Hardware Hardware Hardware Hardware Implementation Implementation Implementation Implementation ADI1981HD High Definition CODEC Volume Controls Volume Controls Volume Controls Volume Controls Up, down, and mute buttons Full Duplex Full Duplex Full Duplex Full Duplex Yes Sound Blaster Pro Sound Blaster Pro Sound Blaster Pro Sound Blaster Pro compati[...]

  • Page 23

    Manageability Manageability Manageability Manageability Wake-on-LAN from standby and hibernation (Magic Packet and Microsoft Wake-Up Frame); Wake-on-LAN from off (Magic Packet only) PXE 2.1 Remote Boot Statistics Gathering (SNMP MIB II, Ethernet-like MIB, Ethernet MIB (802.3x, clause 30)) Comprehensive diagnostic and configuration software suite Ca[...]

  • Page 24

    Command Set Command Set Command Set Command Set V.250 (Partial) TIA-602 Identification: +GMI, +GMM, +GMR Port control: +IPR, +ICF, +IFC, +ILRR Modulation: +MS, +MR, +MA Error control: +ES, +ER, +EB, +ESR, +ETBM Data compression: +DS, +DR V.251 Broadcom 4311AG Broadcom 4311AG Broadcom 4311AG Broadcom 4311AG 802.11a/b/g WiFi 802.11a/b/g WiFi 802.11a/[...]

  • Page 25

    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 802.11 b – Typical (@1 Mbps) 1200 feet – Outdoor Open Area 300 feet – Indoor, Office environment 802.11 g – Typical (@1 Mbps) 1200 feet – Outdoor Open Area 300 feet – Indoor, Office environment Form Factor Form Factor Form Factor Form Factor PCI-Express MiniCard Weight Weight Weight Weight 0.026 lb (12 g) Dimensions Dimen[...]

  • Page 26

    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Network Architecture Network Architecture Network Architecture Network Architecture Models Models Models Models Ad-hoc (Peer to Peer) Infrastructure (Access Point Required) Roaming Roaming Roaming Roaming IEEE 802.11 compliant roaming between access points Output Power Output Power Output Power Output Power (for CKK) 2 17.5 dBm Outpu[...]

  • Page 27

    Interoperability Interoperability Interoperability Interoperability Wi-Fi certified Cisco Compatible Extensions Program compliant (details at www.hp.com/go/notebooks/WLAN ) Frequency Band Frequency Band Frequency Band Frequency Band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Data Rates Data Rates Data Rates Data Rates 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24[...]

  • Page 28

    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Altitude Altitude Altitude Altitude Operating Non-operating 0 to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) 0 to 50,000 ft (15,240 m) Configuration Utility Configuration Utility Configuration Utility Configuration Utility 5 5 5 5 Choice of Configuration Utility: Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Network Connection Manager Intel PROSet (required for Cisco Compa[...]

  • Page 29

    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Antenna type Antenna type Antenna type Antenna type High efficiency dual band antenna with spatial diversity, mounted in the display enclosure Range Range Range Range 802.11 b – Typical (@1 Mbps) 1200 feet – Outdoor Open Area 300 feet – Indoor, Office environment 802.11 g – Typical (@1 Mbps) 1200 feet – Outdoor Open Area 30[...]

  • Page 30

    Microsoft Windows Plug and Play compliant OS Support OS Support OS Support OS Support Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Home Microsoft Windows 2000 Bluetooth Software Bluetooth Software Bluetooth Software Bluetooth Software Supported Supported Supported Supported Broadcom Bluetooth for Windows Microsoft Windows XP Bluetooth Software Link Topolo[...]

  • Page 31

    Environmental Data Environmental Data Environmental Data Environmental Data Eco-Label Certifications Eco-Label Certifications Eco-Label Certifications Eco-Label Certifications This product has received or is in the process of being certified to the following approvals and may be labeled with one or more of these marks: US Energy Star US Federal Ene[...]

  • Page 32

    Additional Information Additional Information Additional Information Additional Information This product is in compliance with the Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive – 2002/95/EC. This HP product is designed to comply with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive – 2002/96/EC. Keyboard complies with ISO [...]

  • Page 33

    Material Usage Material Usage Material Usage Material Usage This product does not contain any of the following substances in excess of regulatory limits (for reference of these limits please refer to the HP General Specification of the Environment ( http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/ supplychain/gen_specifications.html ): Asbes[...]

  • Page 34

    Copyright © 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows and Windows XP are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Core Duo, Centrino, and SpeedStep are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Blu[...]