HP 2540 Docking Station User Guide
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Table of contents 1 Identifying components ................................................................................................................................. 1 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. ● Blinking: A docked computer is in the Sleep or Standby state. ● Off: A docked computer is off or in Hibernation.
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 Component Description (1) Integrated security cable slot (for locking the 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 the computer and the docking station) Supports an optional security cable, which secures the docking station and a connected computer. (3) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
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.
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: 1. Slide the connect button (1) to the right. The computer disconnects from the docking station.
2. 6 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.
4. Turn the key to the 1 or 2 position (3) to secure the lock and security cable, and then remove the key (4). To connect an optional security cable to secure only the docking station: 8 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the back of the docking station, and then lock the cable lock.
4 Troubleshooting If you experience problems with your docking station, follow the troubleshooting steps below: 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.
External device problems and solutions 10 Problem Possible Cause A new device is not recognized as part of the system. The computer may not be fully seated or Undock the computer and dock it again. docked in the docking station. Be sure the computer is properly seated and fully docked. Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Solution The device cable or power cord is loose. ● Be sure that all cables are securely connected to the device and the docking station.
A Spare parts Description Part number SPS-DOCKING STATION 2540 SERIES 598774-001 11
B Connector pin assignments Audio-out (headphone) Pin Signal 1 Audio out, left channel 2 Audio out, right channel 3 Ground Audio-in (microphone) 12 Pin Signal 1 Audio signal in 2 Audio signal in 3 Ground Appendix B Connector pin assignments
External monitor Pin Signal 1 Red analog 2 Green analog 3 Blue analog 4 Not connected 5 Ground 6 Ground analog 7 Ground analog 8 Ground analog 9 +5 VDC 10 Ground 11 Monitor detect 12 DDC 2B data 13 Horizontal sync 14 Vertical sync 15 DDC 2B clock External monitor 13
RJ-11 (modem) Pin Signal 1 Unused 2 Tip 3 Ring 4 Unused 5 Unused 6 Unused RJ-45 (network) 14 Pin Signal 1 Transmit + 2 Transmit - 3 Receive + 4 Unused 5 Unused 6 Receive - 7 Unused 8 Unused Appendix B Connector pin assignments
Universal Serial Bus Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - 3 Data + 4 Ground Universal Serial Bus 15
C Power cord set requirements The wide range input feature of the docking station permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the docking station meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased. Power cord sets for use in other countries and regions must meet the requirements of the country or region where the docking station is used.
Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Sweden SEMKO 1 Switzerland SEV 1 Taiwan BSMI 4 The United Kingdom BSI 1 The United States UL 2 1. The flexible cord must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0-mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country or region where it will be used. 2. The flexible cord must be Type SPT-3 or equivalent, No. 18 AWG, 3-conductor.
Index A AC adapter, connecting 4 additional information 3 audio-in jack pin assignments 12 audio-out jack pin assignments 12 B buttons connect 1, 2, 5 power 1, 7 C computer docking 4 turning off and on 7 undocking 5 computer power light 1, 2 connect button 1, 2, 5 connect light 1, 2, 5 connectors docking 1 power 3 D device not recognized 10 docking connector 1 docking posts 1 docking problems 9 docking the computer 4 E external devices, troubleshooting 10 external monitor port pin assignments 13 H headphone
