HP 2400/2500 Ultra–Light Docking Station User Guide
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Table of contents 1 Identifying components Top components ................................................................................................................................... 1 Right-side components ......................................................................................................................... 2 Rear components .................................................................................................................................
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1 Identifying components Top components Component Description (1) Docking posts (2) Align and secure the computer for proper connection to the docking station. (2) Power button Turns on power to the computer. (3) Computer power light On: A docked computer is turned on. (4) Computer connect/release mechanisms (2) Connect and release the computer when you press the connect button. (5) Docking connector Connects the computer to the docking station.
Right-side components (1) Component Description Connect button Secures and releases the computer ● Slide in to secure the computer. ● Slide out to release the computer. (2) Connect light On: A computer is fully docked. (3) Computer power light ● On: A docked computer is turned on. ● Blinking: A docked computer is in the Sleep or Standby state. ● Off: A docked computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) Powered USB 2.
Rear components ENWW Component Description (1) Integrated security cable slot (for locking docking station only) Supports an optional security cable, which secures the docking station when a computer is not connected. (2) Integrated security cable slot (for locking computer and docking station) Supports an optional security cable, which secures the docking station and connected computer. (3) Monitor stand port Connects an optional HP Monitor Stand to the docking station.
Getting more information WARNING! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, and proper posture, health, and work habits for notebook users. The Safety and Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and through Help and Support at Start > Help and Support.
2 Docking and undocking Connecting to the AC adapter The docking station requires AC power for full functionality of all ports. WARNING! 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 times. Disconnect the power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet.
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Docking the computer To dock the computer: 1. Be sure the connect button is fully retracted (1). 2. Align the docking posts on the docking station with the receptors on the bottom of the computer and lower the computer into the docking station (2). 3. Slide the connect button (1) to the left to fully dock the computer. The connect light (2) will be turned on.
Undocking the computer To undock the computer: 8 1. Slide the connect button (1) to the right. The computer disconnects from the docking station. 2. Lift up the computer (2).
3 Using the docking station Turning the computer on and off When you connect a computer to the docking station, you can turn the computer on and off using either the computer power button or the docking station power button. When you turn on the computer using either button, the computer power light on the docking station is turned on.
Connecting an optional security cable NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. The docking station has two security cable slots. One slot is used to secure the docking station when a computer is not docked. The other slot is used to secure the docking station and a docked computer. To connect an optional security cable when a computer is not docked: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2.
3. ENWW Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the right (3), and then lock the cable lock with the key.
4 Troubleshooting If you experience problems with your docking station, follow the troubleshooting steps below: 12 1. Refer to the information in this chapter. 2. Access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help and Support from your computer. In addition to providing information about your operating system, Help and Support provides a searchable database of help topics, updated regularly by HP and Microsoft.
Docking and undocking problems and solutions Problem Possible cause Solution The connect button on the docking station will not slide to secure the computer. An optional security cable is connected to the wrong security cable slot. Disconnect the security cable. The computer is turned on and properly docked, but the power light is not on. The power cord is not plugged into either the docking station or the AC outlet. Properly plug in the power cord.
External device problems and solutions Problem Possible Cause A new device is not recognized as part of The computer may not be fully seated or the system. docked in the docking station. 14 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Solution Undock the computer and dock it again. Be sure the computer is properly seated and fully docked. The device cable or power cord is loose. ● Be sure that all cables are securely connected to the device and the docking station.
Index A AC adapter, connecting 5 additional information 4 audio-in jack 3 audio-out jack 3 B buttons connect 1, 2, 7, 8 power 1, 9 C computer docking 7 turning off and on 9 undocking 8 computer power light 1, 2 connect button 1, 2, 7, 8 connect light 1, 2, 7 connectors docking 1 power 3 D device not recognized 14 docking connector 1 docking posts 1 docking problems 13 docking the computer 7 E external devices, troubleshooting 14 external monitor port 3 H help 4 ENWW J jacks audio-in 3 audio-out 3 RJ-45
