COMPAQ TC4200 FAQ

Really Technical Information about the TC4200

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System Unit Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.35 (at front) x 11.22 x 9.25 in (34.3 (at front) x 285 x 235 mm)
Weight 4.6 lb (2.08 kg)
NOTE: Height varies depending upon where on the notebook the measurement is made. Weight includes 6-cell battery, 40-GB hard drive, 256-MB memory, 12.1-inch XGA wide viewing angle display with digitizer, no WLAN module, no TPM Embedded Security Chip, and no pen. Weight varies by configuration and components.
Stand-Alone Power Requirements Nominal Operating Voltage (Lithium-Ion) 18.5 V
Average Operating Power 16.5 W
Max Operating Power < 65 W
Temperature Operating 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C) (not writing optical)
  41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) (writing optical)
Non-operating -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Relative Humidity Operating 10% to 90%, non-condensing
Non-operating 5% to 95%, 101.6° F (38.7° C) maximum wet bulb temperature
Shock Operating 125 G, 2 ms, half-sine
Non-operating 200 G, 2 ms, half-sine
Random Vibration Operating 0.75 grms
Non-operating 1.50 grms
Altitude
(unpressurized)
Operating -50 to 10,000 ft (-15.24 to 3,048 m)
Non-operating -50 to 40,000 ft (-15.24 to 12,192 m)
Industry Standard Certifications Blue Angel
No
Energy Star Compliant
Yes
UL
Yes
UL GS Yes
CSA
Yes
ICES
Yes
Australia/NZ Compliance
Yes
CCC
Yes
Japan Compliance
Yes
    MIC Yes
    BSMI Yes
    CE Marking Compliance Yes
    KONCAR Yes
    GOST Yes
    SASO Yes
    SABS Yes
    UKRSERTCOMPUTER Yes

65W External AC Adapter
Weight 0.62 lb (0.28 kg) (adapter)
  0.29 lb (0.13 kg) (power cord)
Dimensions 4.17 x 1.85 x 1.1 in (10.6 x 4.7 x 2.8 cm)
Input Operating Input Voltage 100 to 240 VAC
Operating Input Current 1.7A at 90 VAC
0.85A at 180 VAC
Operating Frequency Range 47 to 63 Hz AC
Efficiency 83% minimum at 115 VAC
Output Output Power 65 W
  DC Output Current 18.5 V
Environmental Operating Temperature 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Non-operating (storage) Temperature -4° to 149° F (-20° to 65° C)
Altitude 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3,048 m)
Humidity 20% to 80%
Storage Humidity 10% to 90%
EMI and Safety Certifications CE Mark: full compliance with LVD and EMC directives
Worldwide safety standards: IEC950, EN60950, UL1950, Class2, SELV Agency approvals: C-UL-US, NORDICS, DENAN, EN55022 Class B, FCC Class B, CISPR22 Class B, CCIB, NOM-1 NYCE
MTBF Over 200,000 hours at 25°C ambient condition

52Wh Primary Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Dimensions (H x W x L) 0.8 x 2.75 x 4.75 in (2.0 x 7.0 x 12.0 cm)
Weight 0.719 lb (0.362 kg)
Cells/Type 6-cell Lithium-Ion
Energy Voltage 10.8 V
Amp-hour Capacity 4.8Ah
Watt-hour Capacity 52Wh
Temperature Operating (Charging) 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
Operating (Discharging) 14° to 140° F (-10° to 60° C)
Non-operating -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Battery Re-Charge Time System in OFF mode or Standby 2.5 hours
  System ON 3 to 5 hours (depending on system power consumption)
  HP Fast Charge Technology Charges the battery up to 90% within 1.5 hours when system is OFF
  Fuel Gauge When pressed, LEDs light indicating level of charge remaining on battery

Optional 52Wh Travel Battery
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 1.00 lb (0.455 kg)
Cells/Type 8-cell Lithium-Ion
Energy Voltage 14.4 V
Amp-hour Capacity 3.6Ah
Watt-hour Capacity 52Wh
Temperature Operating (Charging) 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
Operating (Discharging) 14° to 140° F (-10° to 60° C)
Non-operating -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Battery Re-Charge Time System in OFF mode or Standby 3 hours
  System ON 3 to 5 hours (depending on system power consumption)
Fuel Gauge When pressed, LEDs light indicating level of charge remaining on battery

Digital Eraser Pen
Dimensions (length) 4.63 in (117.5 mm)
Weight 0.0273 lb (12.4 g)

12.1-inch Color TFT XGA Wide Viewing Angle Display with Digitizer Active Area (W x H) 10.5 x 7.8 in (26.8 x 19.8 cm)
Diagonal Size 12.1 in (30.7 cm)
Surface Treatment Anti-glare
Number of Colors Up to 16 M
Contrast Ratio 125:1
Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Brightness 150 nit (typical)
Pixel Resolution Pitch 0.24 mm
Format 1024 x 768
Configuration RGB Stripe
Backlight CCFL
PPI 106
Character Display 80 x 25
Total Power Consumption 3.7 W
Viewing Angle ±80° Horizontal, ±80° Vertical (typical)

Hard Drives

80-GB 5400 rpm Drive Weight 0.22 lb (99 g)
Capacity 80 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-6
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 156,301,488
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security  

60-GB 5400 rpm Drive Weight 0.22 lb (99 g)
Capacity 60 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-6
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 117,210,240
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security  

40-GB 5400 rpm Drive Weight 0.22 lb (99 g)
Capacity 40 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-6
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 78,140,160
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security  

Removable Storage Drives – MultiBay II (supported in optional HP External MultiBay II or HP Advanced Docking Station)

DVD-ROM MultiBay II Drive Dimensions 0.37 x 5.51 x 5.04 in (0.95 x 14.0 x 12.8 cm)
Weight 0.34 lb (155 g)  
Access Times Random <120 ms CD
    <170 ms DVD
Max Data Transfer Rate 24X-CD-ROM 3,600 KB/s
8X-DVD 10,800 KB/s
Transfer Mode Multiword DMA Mode 2
Interface EIDE
Supported Media (read) CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Supported Media (write) None
Max Media Capacity (read) 4.7 GB
Transport Tray Loading

DVD/CD-RW Combo MultiBay II Drive Dimensions 0.37 x 5.51 x 5.04 in (0.95 x 14.0 x 12.8 cm)
Weight 0.45 lb (205 g)  
Access Times Random <120 ms CD
    <155 ms DVD
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
Transfer Mode Multiword DMA Mode 2
Interface EIDE
Supported Media (read) CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Supported Media (write) CD-R, CD-RW
Max Media Capacity (read) 4.7 GB
Max Media Capacity (write) 700 MB
Transport Tray loading

DVD+/-RW MultiBay II Drive Dimensions 0.37 x 5.51 x 5.04 in (0.95 x 14.0 x 12.8 cm)
Weight 0.45 lb (205 g)  
Access Times Random <150 ms CD
    <125 ms DVD
Max Data Transfer Rate 24X CD-ROM
3,600 KB/s
8X DVD
10,800 KB/s
24X CD-R
3,600 KB/s
10X CD-RW
1,500 KB/s
2.4X DVD+R
3,240 KB/s
2.4X DVD+RW 3,240 KB/s
  2X DVD-R 2,700 KB/s
  2X DVD-RW 2,700 KB/s
Transfer Mode Multiword DMA Mode 2
Interface EIDE
Supported Media (read) CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Supported Media (write) CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Max Media Capacity (read) 4.7 GB
Max Media Capacity (write) 4.7 GB
Transport Tray Loading

80-GB 5400 rpm MultiBay II Hard Drive MultiBay II Drive Adapter Dimensions (H x W x D) 0.37 x 5.51 x 5.04 in (0.95 x 14.0 x 12.8 cm)
Weight 0.16 lb (72 g)
Drive Weight 0.22 lb (99 g)
Capacity 80 GB
Height 0.37 in (9.5 mm)
Width 2.75 in (70 mm)
Interface ATA-6
Transfer Rate Synchronous (maximum) 100 MB/s (Drive Capability)
Seek Time
(typical reads, including settling)
Single Track 3 ms
Average 13 ms
Maximum 24 ms
Rotational Speed 5400 rpm
Logical Blocks 156,301,488
Operating Temperature 41° to 131° F (5° to 55° C)
Features ATA Security  

Audio

Hardware Implementation ADI AC '97 CODEC
Volume Controls Up, down, and mute buttons
Full Duplex Yes
Sound Blaster Pro compatible Yes
Microphone Jack Stereo or mono
Headphone/Line Out Jack Stereo

Audio Output Quality Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio >85 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.01%
Noise Floor -110 dB
Play/Record Sampling Rate(s) 7 kHz - 48 kHz
AD/DA Resolution 16 bit

Internal Speaker Power Rating 2 Watts
Impedance 4 Ohms

Communications

Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit PCI Express Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000 NIC) Ethernet Features 10 Mbit/s operation (10BASE-T; IEEE 802.3i; IEEE 802.3 clauses 13-14)
100 Mbit/s operation (100BASE-TX; IEEE 802.3u; IEEE 802.3 clauses 21-30)
1000 Mbit/s operation (1000BASE-T; IEEE 802.3z and 802.3ab; IEEE 802.3 clauses 34-42)
Auto-Negotiation (Automatic Speed Selection)
Full Duplex Operation at all Speeds, Half Duplex operation at 10 and 100 Mbit/s
IEEE 802.1p QoS (Quality of Service) Support
IEEE 802.3x Flow Control (IEEE 802.3 clauses 31-32; configurable)
Power Management ACPI 1.1a compliant -- multiple power modes
Situation-sensitive features reduce power consumption
NIC Battery Saving Mode (enabled by default)
Performance Features TCP/IP/UDP Checksum Offload (configurable)
Microsoft Large Send Offload (configurable)
TCP Segmentation Offload
CPU Task Offload
Adaptive Interrupts
Manageability Wake-on-LAN from all Power-Managed States (configurable; Magic Packet and Microsoft Wake-Up Frame)
PXE 2.0 Remote Boot
Statistics Gathering (SNMP MIB II, Ethernet-like MIB, Ethernet MIB (802.3x, clause 30))
Comprehensive diagnostic and configuration software suite
Cable Analyzer
NIC Device Driver Name Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet
Drivers Available Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows 2000

Agere Systems AC'97 Modem Form Factor MDC Daughtercard
Power Management Support APM Revision 1.2, ACPI
Approvals/
Certifications
UL, CSA, NEMKO, CCIB, Industry Canada, FCC Part 68, CTR21, FCC Part 15 Class B, Canadian ICES-003 Class B, C.I.S.P.R.22, Australian ACA, CE Mark, Other Countries
Data Mode Capabilities 56K modem (a-law, mu-law)
V.8bis
V.80
V44, V.42bis, MNP5 (Compression)
V.42 (LAPM, MNP2-4) (Error Correction)
V.34 (file date: 10/96)
Optional symbol rates:
2800, 3429
Asymmetric Symbol rates
Synchronous primary channel data signaling rates:
3600, 31200
Automatic rate re-negotiation
V.32bis
V.32
V.23
V.22bis
V.22
V.21
Bell 212A
Bell 103J
Fax Mode Capabilities TIA/EIA-578-B (Class 1)
T.30, T.4 (Group 3)
V.17
V.29
V.27ter
V.21 Channel 2
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

Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g WLAN
Wireless LAN Standards IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
Interoperability Wi-Fi certified
Cisco Compatible Exensions Program compliant
(details at http://www.hp.com/go/notebooks/wlan)
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz
Data Rates 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
Modulation Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, OFDM
Security1

Supports 64- and 128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, hardware-accelerated AES, 802.1x authentication types EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP-GTC, PEAP-MSCHAPv2, LEAP, EAP-FAST.

Support for Cisco Security Features (proven compatibility with Cisco Aironet infrastructure products through the Cisco Compatible Extensions Program).

Sub-channels Multinational support with frequency bands and channels compliant to local regulations.
Media Access Protocol CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with ACK
Network Architecture
Models
Ad-hoc (Peer to Peer)
Infrastructure (Access Point Required)
Roaming IEEE 802.11 compliant roaming between access points.
Output Power (for CKK)2
16 dBm +/- 2 dB
Output Power (for OFDM; power varies by data rate)2
15 dBm +2/-5 dB
Power Consumption Transmit: 1.8 Watts (max)
Receive: 1.4 Watts (max)
Idle mode: 75 mW (nominal)
Sleep mode: 60 mW
Power Management ACPI compliant power management
802.11 Compliant Power Saving Mode
Receiver Sensitivity3 54 Mbps: -72 dBm, 11 Mbps: -88 dBm , 1 Mbps: -97 dBm
Antenna type High efficiency dual band antenna with polarization diversity, mounted in the display enclosure
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
300 feet – Indoor, Office environment
Form Factor MiniPCI Type IIIB
Weight 0.026 lb (11.75 g) (max)
Dimensions 0.20 x 1.75 x 2.34 in (4.9 x 44.6 x 59.8 mm)
Operating Voltage 3.3v
Temperature Operating
Non-operating
32° to 158° F (0° to 70° C)
-40° to 176° F (-40° to 80° C)
Humidity Operating
Non-operating
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude Operating
Non-operating
0 to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
0 to 50,000 ft (15,240 m)
  Configuration Utility4

Choice of Configuration Utility:

  • Intel PROSet for Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP (required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support)
  • Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Network Connection Manager
 
  1. Check latest software/driver release for updates on supported security features.
  2. Maximum output power may vary by country according to local regulations.
  3. Receiver sensitivity is measured at a packet error rate of 8% for 802.11b (CKK modulation) and a packet error rate of 10% for 802.11a/g (OFDM modulation).
  4. WLAN supplier's client utility is required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support. WLAN may also be compatible with certain third-party software supplicants.

Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG 802.11a/b/g WLAN
Wireless LAN Standards IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
Interoperability Wi-Fi certified
Cisco Compatible Exensions Program compliant
(details at www.hp.com/go/notebooks/WLAN)
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Data Rates 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
Modulation Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, OFDM
Security1

Supports 64- and 128-bit WEP, WPA, hardware-accelerated AES, 802.1x authentication types EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP-GTC, PEAP-MSCHAPv2, LEAP, EAP-FAST.

Support for Cisco Security Features (proven compatibility with Cisco Aironet infrastructure products through the Cisco Compatible Extensions Program).

Sub-channels Multinational support with frequency bands and channels compliant to local regulations.
Media Access Protocol CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with ACK
Network Architecture
Models
Ad-hoc (Peer to Peer)
Infrastructure (Access Point Required)
Roaming IEEE 802.11 compliant roaming between access points
Output Power (for CKK)2
16 dBm +/- 2 dB
Output Power (for OFDM; power varies by data rate)2
15 dBm +2/-5 dB
Power Consumption Transmit: 1.8 Watts (max)
Receive: 1.4 Watts (max)
Idle mode: 100 mW (nominal)
Sleep mode: 60 mW (max)
Power Management ACPI compliant power management
802.11 Compliant Power Saving Mode
Receiver Sensitivity3 54 Mbps: -72 dBm, 11 Mbps: -89 dBm , 1 Mbps: -97 dBm
Antenna type High efficiency dual band antenna with polarization diversity, mounted in the display enclosure
Range
802.11 a – Typical
(@6 Mbps)
600 feet – Outdoor Open Area
150 feet – Indoor, Office environment

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 MiniPCI Type IIIB
Weight 0.026 lb (11.75 gm) (max)
Dimensions 0.20 x 1.75 x 2.34 in (4.9 x 44.6 x 59.8 mm)
Operating Voltage 3.3v +/- 10%
Temperature Operating
Non-operating
32° to 176° F (0° to 80° C)
-40° to 176° F (-40° to 80° C)
Humidity Operating
Non-operating
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude Operating
Non-operating
0 to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
0 to 50,000 ft (15,240 m)
  Configuration Utility4

Choice of Configuration Utility:

  • Intel PROSet for Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP (required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support)
  • Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Network Connection Manager
 
  1. Check latest software/driver release for updates on supported security features.
  2. Maximum output power may vary by country according to local regulations.
  3. Receiver sensitivity is measured at a packet error rate of 8% for 802.11b (CKK modulation) and a packet error rate of 10% for 802.11a/g (OFDM modulation).
  4. WLAN supplier's client utility is required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support. WLAN may also be compatible with certain third-party software supplicants.

Bluetooth by HP Name HP Integrated module with Bluetooth wireless technology
Bluetooth Specification 1.2 Compliant
Dimensions 1.02 x 0.55 x 0.22 in (26 x 14 x 5.7 mm)
Frequency Band 2402 to 2480 MHz
Number of available channels 79 (1 MHz) available channels
Data Rates and throughput 1 Mbps data rate; throughput up to 720 Kbps
Synchronous Connection Oriented links up to 3, 64 kbps, voice channels
Asynchronous Connection Less links 723.2 kbps/57.6 kbps asymmetric or 433.9 kbps symmetric
Transmit Power -6 dBm to 4 dBm (Bluetooth Class II)
Receiver Sensitivity Better than -80 dBM at 0.1 % raw bit error rate
Power Consumption Peak (Tx) 264 mW
  Peak (Rx) 231 mW
  Sleep <1 mW
Antenna Internally integrated within module
Range Up 33 ft (10 m)
Electrical Interface USB 1.1 compliant
  Microsoft Windows Plug and Play compliant
OS Support Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Home
  Microsoft Windows 2000
Bluetooth Software Supported Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows
Microsoft Windows XP Bluetooth Software
Link Topology Point to Point, Multipoint Pico Nets up to 7 slaves
Security Full support of Bluetooth Security Provisions
Power Management Microsoft Windows ACPI, and USB Bus Support
  Self configurable to optimize power conservation in all operating modes, including Standby, Hold, Park, and Sniff
Certifications All necessary regulatory approvals for supported countries, including:
  FCC (47 CFR) Part 15C, Section 15.247 & 15.249
  ETS 300 328, ETS 300 826
  Low Voltage Directive IEC950
  UL, CSA, and CE Mark
Temperature Operating -4° to 158° F (-20° to 70° C)
  Non-operating -40° to 176° F (-40° to 80° C)
Humidity Operating 10% to 90%
  Non-operating 5% to 95%
Altitude Operating 15,000 ft (4,572 m)
  Non-operating 40,000 ft (12,192 m)
Bluetooth Profiles Supported (with Bluetooth for Windows 4.0 software)
Serial Port Profile (SPP)*
Dial-Up Networking (DUN)*
Generic Object Exchange Profile (GOEP)
Object Push Profile (OPP)*
File Transfer Profile (FTP)
Synchronization Profile (SYNC)
Hard Copy Cable Replacement (HCRP)*
Personal Area Networking Profile (PAN)*
Human Interface Device Profile (HID)*
  FAX Profile (FAX)
  Basic Imaging Profile (BIP)
  Headset Profile (HSP)
  Hands Free Profile (HFP)
  Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
* indicates the profile is supported by Microsoft Windows XP SP2