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Compaq Armada M300 Series Writer: JAbercrombie Saved by: JAbercrombie Saved date: 04/06/99 10:15 AM Part Number: File name: 75x9survey D OCUMENTATION S URVEY Thank you for choosing Compaq! Please help us provide quality support information by completing andreturning this postage-paid questionnaire. ...
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iv Notice The information in this publication is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OREDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, ORUSE OF THIS MATE...
v Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Contents About This Guide Text Conventions .............................................................................................................
vi Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using the Keyboard continued Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad .................................................................................... ...
vii Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 5 Upgrading Your Computer Memory .............................................................................................................
viii Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using an Internal Modem continued Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally....................................................................
ix Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Securing the Computer continued Using Quick Controls...................................................................................................
x Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 14 Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows............................................
xi Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix B Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency Series Numbers ........................................................................................
xii Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix D Specifications Computer Dimensions.........................................................................................................
xiv About This Guide Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: A-Frnt.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 3:35 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have thefollowing meanings. ! WARNING: Indicates that f...
1-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: B-CH01.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:36 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 1 Getting Started Finding Information ■ For setup instructions, refer to the setup card included with thecomputer. ■ To access the online Qui...
1-2 Getting Started Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: B-CH01.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:36 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Identifying Hardware Components Component Function 1 Computer Compaq Armada M300 Personal Computer. 2 External diskette drive Allows ...
2-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 2 Taking a Look at the Computer Top Components Top Components Component Function 1 Display switch Turns off the computer display if the comp...
2-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Left Side Components Left Side Components Component Function 1 RJ-45 jack* Connects the network cable. NOTE: A network cable is included with networ...
2-4 Taking a Look at the Computer Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Right Side Components Right Side Components Component Function 1 PC Card slot Supports 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC ...
2-5 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Front Components Front Components Component Function 1 Display release latch Opens the computer. 2 Stereo speaker/headphone jack Connects stereo spe...
2-6 Taking a Look at the Computer Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Front Components Continued 5 Battery light On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only a...
2-7 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Bottom Components Bottom Components Component Function 1 Speaker Produces sound. 2 Serial number Identifies computer; needed when you call Compaq cu...
2-8 Taking a Look at the Computer Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED External Diskette Drive The computer comes with an external diskette drive which can be used withfloppy diskettes. CAU...
2-9 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: C-CH02.doc Last Saved On: 4/23/99 10:36 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Disconnecting the Diskette Drive To disconnect the external diskette drive from the computer: 1. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive. 2. Uns...
3-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 3 Using the Keyboard Using the Pointing Device The built-in TouchPad functions with any software that supports a Microsoft-compat...
3-2 Using the Keyboard Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad Procedures Task Procedure Move the mouse pointer Move your finger directionally ...
3-3 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Setting TouchPad Preferences To access all TouchPad features and settings including mouse trails, cursorspeed, double-click pace, and Win...
3-4 Using the Keyboard Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Hotkeys Quick Reference Task Hotkeys Switch the display and image. Fn+F4 Adjust system volume. Fn+F5 Initiate Quick Co...
3-5 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Initiating Quick Controls Quick Controls security features disable the keyboard and pointing device andclear the screen. Before you can u...
3-6 Using the Keyboard Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Adjusting Screen Brightness Press Fn+F10 to adjust the brightness of the computer screen with an onscreen slide button...
3-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using the Embedded NumericKeypad Toggling the Keypad On and Off n To convert the embedded numeric keypad section 1 of the computer keyboa...
3-8 Using the Keyboard Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 3 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: D-CH03.doc Last Saved On: 4/19/99 2:53 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Enabling the Keypad at Startup To set the computer to start up with the embedded numeric keypad enabled: 1. Turn on or...
4-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 4 Managing Power Selecting a Power Source WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to the ...
4-4 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED If the computer will be disconnected from external power for more thantwo weeks—To extend the useful life of the battery p...
4-5 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Beginning, Leaving, or Resuming Your Work Continued Initiate Hibernation Press Fn + suspend button.** Power/suspend* light turns off. Sys...
4-6 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Resolving Low-Battery Conditions ■ If external power is available, do one of the following ❏ Connect the computer to an el...
4-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ If neither external power nor a charged battery pack is available— ❏ Press Fn + suspend button to initiate Hibernation or ❏ Save your w...
4-9 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using the Battery Charge Level Lights The battery quick check feature enables you to monitor the charge in theprimary battery pack. ■ To ...
4-10 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED When the battery meter or power meter icon is displayed in the taskbar, the iconcan also be used as follows. In Windows 9...
4-11 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ❏ In Windows 98 select Start Å Settings Å Control Panel Å Power Management Å Power Meter tab. ■ To view the combined percent of total po...
4-12 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ The calibration utility calibrates one battery pack at a time and can run inthe background as you use the computer or o...
4-13 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 3. View the calibration reports in the Status column. The battery numbers in the Battery column correspond to the following locations: B...
4-14 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Removing the Primary Battery Pack 1. If the computer is on, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the comp...
4-15 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 4. Rotate the battery pack 90 degrees 1, and lift up the battery pack from the computer 2. Installing the Primary Battery Pack 1. If the...
4-17 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 4. Push the battery pack onto the computer until the contacts connect 1, and rotate the battery pack 90 degrees toward the back of the c...
4-18 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures Storage Time Temperature Range °F Temperature Range °C Less than 1 month 32...
4-19 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 orWindows NT 4.0 Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 Preferences Procedure...
4-21 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 Continued Set computer to initiate Hibernation rather than Suspend. Select Pow...
4-22 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED If you are accustomed to running Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 on aCompaq portable computer—You will find most of the powe...
4-23 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ If you leave your work, initiate Suspend (Standby) or Hibernation orshut down the computer. ■ Remove PC Cards you are not using. ■ Use...
4-24 Managing Power Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 4 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: E-CH04.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:44 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ Choose the Infrared icon in the task bar, select the Options tab, thenclear the Search for and Provide Status for Devic...
5-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 5 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: F-CH05.doc Last Saved On: 5/14/99 3:42 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 5 Upgrading Your Computer Memory Managing Random Access Memory (RAM) To view the amount of existing random access memory (RAM) in...
5-6 Upgrading Your Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 5 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: F-CH05.doc Last Saved On: 5/14/99 3:42 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Hard Drives CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and drive and loss of information, turn off the computer b...
5-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 5 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: F-CH05.doc Last Saved On: 5/14/99 3:42 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 3. Pull up on the drive’s front bezel 2, and slide the hard drive from the bay 3. Inserting the Primary Hard Drive 1. If the computer is ...
5-9 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 5 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: F-CH05.doc Last Saved On: 5/14/99 3:42 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Caring for Drives CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and/or damage to the computer or a drive: ■ Shut down the computer before removing or ...
5-11 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 5 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: F-CH05.doc Last Saved On: 5/14/99 3:42 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED IMPORTANT: Changing the boot order also changes the logical drive designations. For example, if you start up from a hard drive in the mo...
6-2 Mobile Expansion Unit (on select models) Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 3. Slide the display latch ➊ to open the computer ➋ . Disconnecting the Computer To disconnect t...
6-4 Mobile Expansion Unit (on select models) Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Turning Equipment On and Off When the computer and mobile expansion unit are connected, turn the...
6-5 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED To connect the AC Adapter, do the following: 1. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the left side of the mobile expansion un...
6-6 Mobile Expansion Unit (on select models) Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Operating External Devices To ensure that devices connected to the expansion base are activated,...
6-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Drives Support Drives Support Bay Device Bay Location Insert/Remove Drive While Computer Is Hard Drive Computer hard drive bayorMobile ex...
6-8 Mobile Expansion Unit (on select models) Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 6 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: G-CH06.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 2:49 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 2. Slide forward the MultiBay release latch 1 on the right side of the mobile expansion unit. 3....
7-2 Using an Internal Modem (available on select models) Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: H-CH07.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:03 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Selecting Communications Software You can operate the modem with preinstalled or optional softwa...
7-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: H-CH07.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:03 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ❏ The internal modem supports Standard analog modem communication protocols (for speedsup to 33.6 Kbps). ITU-compatible V.90 and 56K protocols (for h...
7-5 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: H-CH07.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:03 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using the ModemWhile Traveling Internationally Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. The modem cable included with ...
7-6 Using an Internal Modem (available on select models) Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: H-CH07.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:03 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Selecting a Country-Specific ModemConfiguration First, determine which type of modem is installe...
8-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 8 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: I-CH08.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:06 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 8 Using PC Cards A PC Card is a credit card–sized accessory designed to conform to the standardspecifications of the Personal Com...
8-2 Using PC Cards Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 8 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: I-CH08.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:06 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ❏ When a PC Card is in the system, the PC Card icon displays on thetaskbar. ■ In Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by ...
8-3 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 8 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: I-CH08.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:06 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 3. In Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq only— Restart the computer if you are instructed to do so by the PC Carddocumentati...
9-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: J-CH09.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Connecting an External Audio Device CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single-sound channel (monaural) connecto...
9-5 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: J-CH09.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Adjusting Volume Adjusting System Volume ■ Using the Fn+F5 hotkeys— ❏ To raise or lower volume, press Fn+F5, then move the onscreen slide button or p...
10-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: K-CH10.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 10:25 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 10 Using the Infrared Port Communicating with Infrared ■ If the computer is running Windows 98 or a preinstalled Windows 95operating system,...
10-2 Using the Infrared Port Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: K-CH10.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 10:25 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Configuring the Infrared Port As you set up your infrared software, the following information may be helpful. ■ The infrared...
11-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 11 Securing the Computer Security Features Quick Reference Security Features Quick Reference To Protect Against This Risk Use T...
11-2 Securing the Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using a Power-On Password A power-on password ■ Prevents unauthorized use of the computer. Once set, it must be e...
11-3 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 4. When you are prompted to confirm your action, press F10. NOTE : You can also set, change, or delete the Power-On Password from the W...
11-4 Securing the Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 2. Select Security Å Password Options. Enter your preferences, then press F10. NOTE: Password Options is not sele...
11-5 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Setting, Changing, or Deletinga Setup Password 1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press F10 when the blinking cursor appears uppe...
11-6 Securing the Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using DriveLock CAUTION: If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the pr...
11-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ You can delete a user or master password only by removing DriveLockprotection from the drive. Protecting a Hard Drive with DriveLock ...
11-8 Securing the Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Accessing a Protected Hard Drive 1. Ensure that the drive is inserted into the computer hard drive bay. 2. When p...
11-9 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Disabling a Device To allow limited use of the computer by another user, you can disable mostdrives and ports. ■ In Windows 95 or Windo...
11-10 Securing the Computer Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Securing the Computer Hard Drive in the Bay 1. Turn the computer bottom side up and place the computer on a flat...
11-11 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 11 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: L-CH11.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:11 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then pull the lock through the cable loopand insert the cable...
12-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: M-CH12.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:20 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 12 Intelligent Manageability Finding Intelligent Manageability Help Intelligent Manageability comprises software tools that can help you and...
12-2 Intelligent Manageability Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: M-CH12.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:20 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using Fault Management Alerts Identifying a Fault Management Alert The computer is preset to monitor certain hardware comp...
13-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 13 Maintenance, Shipping, andTravel Updating the System Obtaining Customized Update Informationwith Info Messenger You can set up a customize...
13-2 Maintenance, Shipping, and Travel Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Obtaining Software Updates from theCompaq Internet Site You can obtain all Compaq system software and firmware, wit...
13-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Obtaining a System ROM You can obtain the latest system ROM for the computer at no charge by mail orfrom the Internet. ■ To order a system ROM, refer...
13-4 Maintenance, Shipping, and Travel Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Reinstalling Software The Quick Restore package included with the computer contains the softwarepreinstalled in the...
13-5 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Unplug the AC Adapter and disconnect any external devices. 3. Turn the computer bottom side up. 4. Remove the RTC batter...
13-6 Maintenance, Shipping, and Travel Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: N-CH13.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:27 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ■ If the computer will not be used for a week or more, shut down thecomputer. ■ If the computer will be disconnecte...
14-2 Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: O-CH14.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:28 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Using Computer Setup All information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from the File,Security, or Ad...
14-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: O-CH14.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:28 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Selecting from the File Menu Continued Save to floppy Save system configuration to a formatted 720K or larger diskette. Restore from floppy Restore s...
14-5 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: O-CH14.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:28 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Selecting from the Advanced Menu Selecting from the Advanced Menu Begin here To do this Language (or press F2 ) Change the Computer Setup language. B...
14-6 Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: O-CH14.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:28 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Selecting from the Advanced Menu Continued Device Options ■ E nable/disable the embedded numeric keypad at sta...
14-7 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: O-CH14.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 3:28 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Displaying System Information 1. Access Compaq Diagnostics for Windows. ■ In Windows 95 or Windows 98 select Start Å Settings Å Control Panel Å Compa...
15-1 Chapter 15 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Chapter 15 Troubleshooting Problems that occur while using the computer may originate in the computer,the operating system, ...
15-2 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED ❏ If the computer is running on a battery pack, is the battery pack inthe computer fully charged? ■ Is the system turne...
15-4 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Battery Problems Solving Battery Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Computer beeps 5 times and the batter...
15-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Drive Problems Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hard Drive Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution System does not recogniz...
15-8 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving CD-ROM and DVD-ROM DriveProblems Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems Problem Possible Cause Solutio...
15-10 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 DriveProblems Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Problem Possi...
15-11 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Continued System cannot start up from a diskette drive. A bootable diskette is no...
15-14 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Keyboard and PointingDevice Problems Solving Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems Problem Possible Cause Solu...
15-15 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Memory count during Power-On Self-Test (POST) is incor...
15-21 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving PC Card Problems Solving PC Card Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Computer does not beep when PC Card is inserted, but...
15-22 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Power Problems If the problem occurs while the computer is running on a battery pack, refer alsoto “Solving Ba...
15-24 Troubleshooting Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving Screen Problems Solving Screen Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Characters on computer display are dim...
15-25 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Chapter 15 Comments: 113733-001 File Name: P-CH15.doc Last Saved On: 5/18/99 3:23 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Solving USB Problems Solving USB Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution External device connected to the USB connector does not work...
A-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix A Comments: 113733-001 File Name: Q-APPA.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:16 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix A Compaq Customer Support Using the Worldwide Web Support services are available on the Internet through the Compaq SupportFor...
A-3 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix A Comments: 113733-001 File Name: Q-APPA.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:16 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Worldwide Telephone Numbers Locate your country and the type of assistance that you need in the followingtable. ■ Use the phone numbers...
B-1 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix B Regulatory Notices Throughout these regulatory notices, Compaq products are referred to by theirregulatory agency series num...
B-2 Regulatory Notices Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Telecom Network Approvals The telecommunications device in your computer is approved for connection tothe telephone ...
B-3 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallicRFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FC...
B-5 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and currentmarked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The volta...
B-6 Regulatory Notices Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Laser Safety All Compaq systems equipped with laser products comply with appropriatesafety standards, including IEC ...
B-7 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Laser Information Continued Polarization: Circular Numerical Aperture: 0.45 ± 0.04 Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should...
B-8 Regulatory Notices Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED The equipment is designed to work with all EU telephone networks. However,the equipment may have interworking diffic...
B-12 Regulatory Notices Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED New Zealand Modem Statements The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only thatTeleco...
B-13 Writer: J Abercrombie Project: Appendix B Comments: 113733-001 File Name: R-APPB.doc Last Saved On: 4/20/99 10:24 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED a) A person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been succe...
C-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: S-APPC.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 9:27 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix C Electrostatic Discharge A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductorsmay damage electronic components. B...
C-2 Electrostatic Discharge Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: S-APPC.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 9:27 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Grounding Methods If installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer or an optionaldocking base, unplug it after b...
D-1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: T-APPD.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 9:54 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Appendix D Specifications Computer Dimensions Computer Dimensions Dimension U.S. Metric Height 0.88 in 22.5 mm Width 10.4 in 266 mm Depth 8.9 in 228 m...
D-2 Specifications Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: T-APPD.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 9:54 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Operating Environment Continued Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating 10,000 ft 3,048 m Nonoperating 30,000 ft 9,144 m Rated Input...
D-3 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: T-APPD.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 9:54 AM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Port and COM Port Settings Continued Infrared port COM3 3E8h - 3Efh 3 5 Internal modem COM2 2F8h - 2FFh 11 3 NOTE: If the computer is running Windows ...
Index - 1 Writer: Carey Gregg Project: Comments: 113733-001 File Name: U-INDX.doc Last Saved On: 4/1/99 4:00 PM COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Index A About This Guide xiiiAC Adapter 1-2AC power conservation level (Windows NT 4.0) 4-20 air vents 2-4Aircraft Power Adapter (optional) as p...
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