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What is the new HP iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series?
HP iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 series - The new iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 series is affordable integrated wireless in a slim
design. At an outstanding value, the HP iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 series allows you to stay connected at work, at home, or
on the go.
HP iPAQ Pocket PC h4300 series - The new iPAQ Pocket PC h4300 series is affordable integrated wireless with built-in
backlit keyboard for effortless messaging, emailing, and note inputting. At an outstanding value, the iPAQ Pocket PC
h4300 series maximizes productivity at work, at home, or on the go.
Both include integrated WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) 802.11b and Bluetooth® wireless technology, so you can
access the Internet, e-mail, and information when you want. A powerful, removable battery enables the devices to run
longer, and an industry-standard SD slot provides options for more expansion and information storage.
Why did HP select 802.11b versus 802.11a or 802.11g?
We chose to integrate 802.11b for the wide market availability, the main system power needs, and small form factor.
802.11a is an extension to 802.11 that applies to wireless LANs and provides up to 54 Mbps in the 5GHz band. 802.11a
also has a shorter range and is less power efficient. 802.11g applies to wireless LANs and provides 20+ Mbps in the
2.4 GHz band.
Why did HP decide to integrate a keyboard on the iPAQ h4350?
The integrated keyboard with backlight on the iPAQ Pocket PC h4350 allows for effortless messaging, emailing, and note
inputting. Integrating the keyboard into the unit provides a better messaging and seamless user experience.
Can I use any of the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models as a phone?
No, the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models have integrated wireless LAN technology, which requires an 802.11b
infrastructure in place for connectivity. Therefore, this device is intended for data use, as opposed to voice phone
communications. The exception to this might be the use of a separately purchased Voice Over IP software application,
which allows you to use this device as a VoIP phone in an 802.11b WLAN environment.
What are the benefits of integrating WLAN into the Pocket PC?
HP continues to integrate new technologies to provide the optimal user experience. We listen to our customers and
integrate the most universally needed technologies. In addition to integrated solutions, we also provide modular
ones. Some users prefer to select and configure their own solutions using iPAQ Pocket PC accessories. Advantages to
having WLAN technology integrated include:
- Smaller, lighter
- Lower Total Cost of Ownership
- Easier deployment/distribution/management
- Easier to hold/more "pocketable"
- More expandable (can still use expansion packs)
- Fewer pieces to lose; fewer pieces to break; fewer assets to track
- Better power management
What is a Wireless LAN (WLAN)?
A WLAN is a type of Local Area Network (LAN) that uses high frequency radio waves rather than wires to communicate and
transmit data among nodes. It is a flexible data communication system implemented as an extension to, or as an
alternative for, a wired LAN within a building or campus. It is also known as Wi-Fi.
Can WLAN and Bluetooth® enabled connections coexist?
Bluetooth wireless technology and 802.11 use different radios. The distance between the two antennas will determine
the level of interference or coexistence of the two radios within the same product. The h4100 and h4300 have software
that eliminates the co-existence issue between WLAN and Bluetooth technology. In the iPAQ Pocket PC, WLAN and Bluetooth
wireless connections can be established at the same time without disconnections.
Are HP WLAN products interoperable with other product brands?
Yes. HP WLAN products are compatible with products from different vendors employing the same technology (for example,
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum). This compatibility allows users to use client adapters from multiple vendors. The
goal of industry standards, including the IEEE 802.11 specifications, is to allow compliant products to interoperate
without explicit collaboration between vendors. WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance) is an industry
organization that certifies WLAN product interoperability. The 802.11b specification provides the guidelines for
WLAN interoperability, and the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA) ensures that products interoperate in
real-world applications. Systems can interoperate as long as the PC client card and access point are 802.11b compliant
and WECA certified.
What is the data throughput speed of an 802.11b WLAN network connection?
802.11b WLANs operate up to speeds of 11 Mbps. WLAN users experience speed comparable to that offered by many-wired
network. Similar to the wired network, WLAN throughput speed depends on such factors as network topology, load, and
distance from the access point.
What is a Hot Spot?
A hot spot is a place where you can access WLAN/Wi-Fi service, either free or fee-based. Hot spots can be inside a
coffee shop, airport lounge, train station, convention center, hotel or any other public meeting area. Corporations
and campuses are also implementing hot spots to provide wireless Internet access to their visitors and guests. In some
parts of the world, hot spots are also known as cool spots.
What is Ad-Hoc mode?
Ad-Hoc mode is a profile setting that provides independent peer-to-peer connectivity. In Ad-Hoc mode you can connect
to other WLAN enabled devices without the need of an access point.
What is Network Infrastructure mode?
Network Infrastructure mode is a client setting providing connectivity to an Access Point. As compared to Ad-Hoc mode,
whereby devices communicate directly with each other, a Profile set in Infrastructure Mode must pass data through a
central Access Point. The Access Point not only mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood, but also
provides communication with the wired network.
PCs communicate directly with each other; clients set in Infrastructure mode all pass data through a central Access
Point. The Access Point not only mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate neighborhood, but also provides
communication with the wired network.
What are the requirements for WLAN connectivity?
A standard WLAN infrastructure (access points), other devices enabled with WLAN (802.11b), and a service contract with
a wireless airtime provider may be required for applicable wireless communication. Wireless Internet use requires a
separately purchased service contract. Check with a service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not
all Web content available.
What version of Active Sync works with Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 software?
You must use the latest version of Active Sync (3.7 or later) with Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 software. ActiveSync
3.7 is included on your companion CD. You can download ActiveSync 3.7 from the Microsoft website at
www.microsoft.com/pocketpc.
Which version of Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 software Pocket PC is featured on the h4100/h4300 Pocket PCs?
The iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 features Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC — Premium Edition.
What is Bluetooth wireless technology?
Bluetooth technology is a short—range wireless1 technology that allows connection between devices
without requiring cables. For example, you can connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to a cellular phone, notebook computer, or
printer without a connecting cable. Bluetooth technology redefines the very way we experience connectivity.
What can I do with Bluetooth wireless technology?
With Bluetooth technology you can:
- Access the Internet or email
- Wirelessly access the Internet or corporate server using your iPAQ Pocket PC and a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone2
- Wirelessly connect to a Bluetooth enabled notebook or desktop that has an Ethernet or 802.11b connection to access your Internet or corporate data exchange information
- Exchange electronic business cards
- Share a file folder on your Bluetooth enabled device with other users' Bluetooth wireless office
- Synchronize information between your iPAQ Pocket PC and Bluetooth enabled desktop or notebook
- Wirelessly print to a Bluetooth enabled printer from your desktop, notebook, or iPAQ Pocket PC
- Create a wireless network using Bluetooth enabled access points to connect to the Internet whether in your office, in a meeting room, or in a lounge area3
What Bluetooth enabled devices will work with the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series?
The Bluetooth technology specification uses profiles to identify special services that can be implemented by individual
Bluetooth enabled products. A Bluetooth enabled device can implement one or many profiles, depending on the
functionality it desires. Two devices can only perform activities with each other if they both support a common
profile. That’s why HP has created a Bluetooth Compatibility Matrix to help customers identify products that work well
with HP Bluetooth enabled products. See the
Bluetooth Compatibility Matrix.
What Bluetooth wireless technology profiles are supported in the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series?
The following Bluetooth wireless technology profiles are supported:
- General Access Profile
- Service Discovery Application Profile
- Serial Port Profile
- Generic Object Exchange Profile
- File Transfer Profile
- Dial-Up Networking Profile
- LAN Access Profile
- Object Push Profile
- Basic Printing Profile
- Hard Copy Replacement Profile (printing)
- Personal Area Networking Profile
What security options are available on the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series?
Device protection is addressed on the iPAQ Pocket PC in several key areas such as the 4-digit Pin and 8-character
alpha numeric Strong Password Authentication option that exists in Pocket PC 2003.
In addition to the security option just described, HP continues to offer file encryption from F-Secure (on the
Companion CD).
Is LEAP supported on the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series?
The Cisco Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol (LEAP) is supported on the h4100/h4300 series for customers
whose networks support this feature. LEAP is a wireless technology that is built on the 802.1X authentication for
local area networks (LANs), which allows users to roam freely and not to be tied to any one specific domain or
rotation of encrypted security keys.
What is 802.1X and is it supported?
The h4100/h4300 series supports the IEEE 802.1X standard for wireless encryption for customers whose networks support
this feature. This security standard controls access to a wireless network by varying encryption keys using the
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Pocket PC 2003 supports Transport Layer Security (TLS) and Microsoft's
Protected EAP (PEAP) implementation of 802.1X. Both implementations require an enroller to retrieve the appropriate
certificates from a central certificate authority (CA) onto your Pocket PC. The enroller is included in the ROM for
the h4150/h4350 series.
What is WEP and is it supported?
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a basic wireless security provided by Wi-Fi. In some instances, WEP may be all a
home- or small-business user needs to protect wireless data. WEP is supported in 64-bit and 128-bit encryption modes.
As 128-bit encryption provides a longer algorithm that takes longer to decode, it can provide better security than
basic 64-bit encryption. Pocket PC 2003 supports WEP.
What is a VPN?
Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a type of technology designed to increase the security of information transferred over
the Internet. VPN works with either wired or wireless networks, as well as with dial-up connections. VPN creates a
private encrypted tunnel from the end user's computer, through the local wireless network, through the Internet, to the
corporate servers and database.
What is the difference between reflective and transflective display?
Reflective is front-lit active matrix display viewable by utilizing internal or external light source, ideal for indoor
or outdoor use. The rear polarizer of a reflective display includes a diffuse reflector. This layer reflects polarized
ambient light that has entered the front of the display back through the LCD cell. Reflective displays require ambient
light to be seen, with high brightness, excellent contrast (14:1), and wide viewing angles. iPAQ Pocket PCs using the
reflective LCD's are front-lit.
Transflective display combines transmissive and reflective technologies utilizing internal or external light source.
Transmissive displays have a clear polarizer on the front and the back. The display depends on light coming through from
the back of the display toward the user. Reflective displays reflect polarized ambient light that has entered the front
of the display back trough the LCD cell.
The benefits of transflective display are crisper images and clearer text, with rich color saturation.
What type of display technology does the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series feature?
Transflective technology.
What is the battery runtime of the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 when using the Slim removable battery?
The iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 series includes a user-swappable, rechargeable 1000-mAH Lithium-Ion battery. The battery runtime is
up to 12 hours without a wireless connection and no Backlight. The h4300 series includes user-swappable, rechargeable
1560-mAh Lithium-Ion battery. The battery usage runtime is up to 17 hours, without a wireless connection and no
Backlight.
Both models offer an Extended battery (h4100 – 1800 mAh and h4300 – 3600 mAh), that can be purchased as an option.
NOTE: Battery life will vary based on an estimated typical use pattern of an average user, the configuration of the computer
and the usage pattern of the individual user. Use of some attachments may significantly decrease battery life.
Can I maintain a wireless connection while I change the removable battery?
No. When swapping batteries, the connection and any unsaved data will be lost. The Back Up battery will not maintain the
wireless connection or any unsaved data.
What is the Back Up battery for and how long will it last?
The Back Up battery is not used to power the device. This internal battery is only intended to maintain stored memory
during a battery swap of the main removable battery. The Back Up battery will last up to 30 minutes. If the Back Up
battery is depleted and a main battery is not being used, the device will perform a hard reset and data that is in RAM
will be lost.
Is the Back Up Battery replaceable?
The Back Up battery is not user-replaceable. It is replaceable by HP Service and Support only.
How can I increase the battery life of my device?
You can preserve battery life by disconnecting a wireless connection and adjusting your backlight settings when not being
used. You can also purchase an Extended removable battery.
What has the greatest impact on battery life?
The following have the greatest impact on battery life:
- Backlight
- WLAN active connection
- Bluetooth wireless technology active connection
- Playing games
- Multimedia
How frequently can you recharge the battery?
Your battery may be recharged at any time. The frequency does not have any affect on the Pocket PC or the battery.
Will the battery become damaged by charging it before the battery has completely discharged?
No. Recommendation is that the Pocket PC remains connected to A/C power when not in use. Staying connected to A/C for an
extensive period will not damage the battery. The Pocket PC operates with Lithium Ion battery that does not retain a
memory.
What is the memory available on the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 and the h4300 series?
The iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series have 32 MB ROM and 64 MB RAM (55 MB user accessible).
How much nonvolatile memory space (iPAQ File Store) is available?
The h4100/h4300 series offer up to 2.8 MB of iPAQ File Store (not available in Simplified Chinese, Traditional
Chinese, Korean, and Japanese languages).
Why is the main memory listed as 55 MB when the device has 64 MB physical memory?
Due to the type of nonvolatile memory featured in iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 and h4300 series, a portion of the system RAM
is required by the operating system. In this case 9 MB of RAM is reserved for the operating system. The benefit is
faster write performance.
Do the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models support expansion packs?
No. The h4100/h4300 series do not support expansion packs.
Is the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models serial supported?
No. There is no serial support on the h4100/h4300 series.
Does the cradle for the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models support USB?
Yes, the cradle for the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 and h4300 is USB only.
Does this cradle work with iPAQ Pocket PCs other than h4100/h4300 models?
No, this cradle is designed specifically to fit the h4100/h4300 models slim design.
Why is there an additional slot in the back of the cradle?
The cradle has an additional slot for charging spare batteries at the same time the unit is charging. An extended or
slim battery may be recharged at the same time. Optional batteries are sold separately.
What is the difference between Secure Digital and MMC technologies?
Secure Digital (SD) media features faster data transfer rates and the ability to manually write-protect data.
Multimedia Card (MMC) technology is used to add content such as games, e-books, travel software, and other data to
your handheld inexpensively with no impact on the storage capacity. Cards can be read-only or rewriteable.
Does the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series support memory cards?
Yes, the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series supports both SD and MMC memory cards.
Does the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series support SDIO?
Yes, the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series are SDIO ready. HP is supporting SDIO Now! as a standard way to ensure SDIO
cards will work across Pocket PC devices.
What are some of the future SDIO options?
Future planned peripherals include connectivity (multimedia, camera, scanner) options and more.
Does the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series support the 4-bit data BUS of SD memory and SDIO cards?
Yes, the h4100/h4300 series CD controller supports a 4-bit data bus for SD memory card and SDIO cards. It also supports
a 1-bit data bus for MMC memory cards.
What is the iPAQ Image Zone?
The iPAQ Image Zone is an image viewer that supports JPG, BMP, and PNG. It also has a unique slide show mode to
display your images in a digital frame mode.
What is iPAQ Backup?
It is a device backup/restore utility included with all h4100 and h4300 series. The iPAQ Backup features improved backup
and restore speed, selective backup and restore, password-protected backup file, scheduled backup, battery monitoring,
and compression.
What are the data preservation tools used for backup?
The iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series offers 3 types of backup and preservation tools.
- iPAQ Backup - backs up your applications and data to main memory, memory cards, or the host PC
- The PIM Backup - backs up your most critical personal data, like contacts
- iPAQ File Store - provides extra data security with up to 2.8 MB non-volatile flash ROM
What are the hardware requirements for iPAQ Backup?
The storage requirements for the backup image files are dependent on the amount of remaining memory space.
Can I back up multiple image files to my storage card?
Yes. iPAQ Backup allows you to choose the name and location of the image file.
Can I back up to iPAQ File Store?
Yes. Storing the backup image file to iPAQ File Store or to a storage card is an easy method to recover when having to
hard reset the unit.
I have set scheduling to take place, but it does not start automatically.
iPAQ Backup scheduling does not perform unattended backup operations, but will prompt you to initiate the Pocket
Backup operation.
Where is the best place to save backup files?
In order to avoid accidental loss of backup files due to total loss of battery power or hard reset, the best place to
store backup files is on a Storage Card or in iPAQ File Store folder.
Do I need to select iPAQ Backup Options each time before Backup or Restore?
Once Options are selected, they will be remembered (except in the case of hard reset or total loss of battery power),
so there is no need to select Options each time iPAQ Backup is used. In the case of hard reset or complete loss of
Battery power, the options setting will require resetting.
Does iPAQ Backup back up everything including contacts, appointments, tasks, and preferences?
iPAQ Backup offers flexible options on what you include in the backup file and can include all data and applications
on the Pocket PC.
What software is provided on the Companion CD?
The companion CD provides various software deliverables, including applications from Microsoft® and HP.
Applications from Microsoft: Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7 (Desktop device synchronization), Microsoft Reader eBooks, Links
to websites for additional downloadable applications (some programs may require purchase of additional desktop
software).
HP additional software and documentation: HP Mobile Print Center, Westek ClearVue Suite, F-Secure FileCrypto Data
Encryption, Colligo, Adobe PDF Viewer, RealOne Player for Pocket PC, iPresenter PowerPoint converter for Pocket PC,
MobiMate WorldMate, Resco File Explorer 2003 (NA Retail only), iPAQ Pocket PC Reference Guide on PDF.
We also offer, on the CD, trial applications of Xcellenet Device Management Agent, Margi Presenter-to-Go (requires
purchase of additional hardware), Illium ListPro (trial), and CommonTime Cadenza mNotes.
As in the past, we have included links on the CD for featured applications: NetMotion, Avaya IP Softphone, IP Blue
VTGO!, Cisco CallManager, Pocket Presence Running Voice IP, Vindigo, Audible Manager and Audible Player (Service plan
required to download and play Audible content), SingleTap, Handango.
Please note that programs can vary based on SKU purchased, and some programs may require links to various web sites.
Why is the Nevo application removed from the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series products?
The iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 and h4300 products are targeted at our business customers that do not value the NEVO
capability. HP believes the Nevo application to be of great value and is better suited with our iPAQ Pocket PC h2200
series.
Are iPAQ Pocket PC h22xx, h3xxx and h5xxx series accessories compatible with the h4100/h4300 models?
Not all of the iPAQ Pocket PC accessories for the h22xxx, h3XXX and h5XXX series can be used with the iPAQ Pocket PC
h4100 and h4300 models due to different designs.
What accessories are available?
The accessories specific for the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 models include:
- USB Cradle/Charger
- Batteries
Other iPAQ Pocket PC accessories that can be used with the h4100/h4300 models include:
- SDIO Photosmart Mobile Camera
- iPAQ Bluetooth enabled Navigation System (U.S. only)
- AC Adapter
- SD memory cards
- Auto adapter
- Charger adapter
- Cases
- Keyboards (h41xx only)
For a complete list of accessories and their compatibility, please visit
www.hp.com/products/pocketpc/options.
How can I print from my handheld?
You can print with the infrared beam on your iPAQ Pocket PC h4100/h4300 series or wireless through a Bluetooth enabled
printer. First, install the HP printing software from the HP Companion CD.
How can I print using Bluetooth wireless technology?
First, you must be printing to a Bluetooth enabled printer. Set up a connection with the printer using Bluetooth
Manager. Next, open the HP printing software and select the document you wish to print. Follow the instructions in
the Print Wizard.
1A standard WLAN infrastructure, other Bluetooth-enabled devices, and a service contract
with a wireless airtime provider may be required for applicable wireless communication. Wireless Internet use requires
a separately purchased service contract. Check with service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not
all web content available.
2Available at additional cost from other manufacturers.
3Availability of public wireless access points limited. Wireless Internet use requires
separately purchased Internet service contract.
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