Compaq M300 - Manual

Compaq M300

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – OCUMENTATION
  • Page 3 – BUSINESS REPLY MAIL; Perf
  • Page 5 – Notice; Compaq Armada M300 Series Reference Guide
  • Page 6 – Contents; About This Guide; Getting Started; Chapter 2; Taking a Look at the Computer; Chapter 3; Using the Keyboard
  • Page 7 – Chapter 4; Managing Power
  • Page 8 – Chapter 5; Upgrading Your Computer; Chapter 6; Mobile Expansion Unit (available on select models); Chapter 7; Using an Internal Modem (available on select models)
  • Page 9 – Chapter 8; Using PC Cards; Chapter 9; Using Audio Features
  • Page 10 – Intelligent Manageability
  • Page 11 – Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities; Appendix A; Compaq Customer Support
  • Page 12 – Appendix B; Regulatory Notices; Appendix C; Electrostatic Discharge
  • Page 13 – Appendix D; Specifications
  • Page 15 – Symbols in Text
  • Page 16 – Chapter 1; Finding Information; Identifying Packing Box Contents
  • Page 17 – Identifying Hardware Components
  • Page 19 – Top Components
  • Page 21 – Left Side Components
  • Page 22 – Right Side Components
  • Page 23 – Front Components
  • Page 24 – Rear Components
  • Page 25 – Bottom Components
  • Page 26 – External Diskette Drive; Connecting the Diskette Drive
  • Page 27 – Disconnecting the Diskette Drive; Versatile Battery Pack
  • Page 28 – Using the Pointing Device; Identifying Keyboard Components
  • Page 29 – Navigating with the TouchPad; TouchPad Procedures
  • Page 30 – Setting TouchPad Preferences; Using Hotkeys
  • Page 31 – Hotkeys Quick Reference; Switching the Display and Image; Adjusting System Volume; Press
  • Page 32 – Initiating Quick Controls; High—Maximizes running time from a single charge.; Viewing Battery Charge Status
  • Page 33 – Adjusting Screen Brightness; The number beside System BIOS is the version number of your; Stretching Text
  • Page 34 – Toggling the Keypad On and Off; Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys
  • Page 35 – Enabling the Keypad at Startup
  • Page 36 – Selecting a Power Source
  • Page 39 – Beginning, Leaving, or Resuming Your Work
  • Page 40 – Managing Low-Battery Conditions; Identifying Low-Battery Conditions
  • Page 41 – Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
  • Page 42 – Charging a Battery Pack
  • Page 44 – Using the Battery Charge Level Lights
  • Page 45 – In Windows 95 and Windows 98; Using the Power or Power Meter Tab
  • Page 46 – Calibrating a Battery Pack
  • Page 47 – Running a Calibration
  • Page 48 – Stopping a Calibration; Changing the Primary Battery Pack
  • Page 49 – Removing the Primary Battery Pack
  • Page 50 – Installing the Primary Battery Pack
  • Page 52 – Storing the Battery Pack
  • Page 53 – Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures; Using Power Preferences
  • Page 54 – Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0
  • Page 56 – Setting Power Preferences in Windows 98
  • Page 57 – Turning Auto Insert Notification On or Off; Conserving Battery Power; Battery Power Conservation Checklist
  • Page 58 – Conserving Battery Power in Windows 95; Conserving Battery Power in Windows 98
  • Page 59 – Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT 4.0
  • Page 60 – Memory
  • Page 65 – Hard Drives; Removing the Primary Hard Drive
  • Page 66 – Inserting the Primary Hard Drive
  • Page 68 – Caring for Drives
  • Page 70 – Docking Devices
  • Page 72 – Disconnecting the Computer
  • Page 74 – Turning Equipment On and Off
  • Page 75 – Connecting External Devices
  • Page 76 – Operating External Devices
  • Page 77 – Drives Support; Removing a MultiBay Device
  • Page 78 – Inserting a MultiBay Device
  • Page 83 – Selecting Communications Software; Configuring the Modem; Recommended Settings
  • Page 84 – Using Modem Commands and Dial Modifiers; Using the Modem
  • Page 86 – Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter
  • Page 87 – Travel Connection Checklist
  • Page 89 – Configuring a PC Card; Inserting or Removing a PC Card
  • Page 90 – Inserting a PC Card
  • Page 91 – Removing a PC Card
  • Page 95 – Connecting an External Audio Device; Selecting an Audio Connector; Connecting a Device to the Microphone Jack
  • Page 97 – Adjusting Volume
  • Page 98 – Using the Infrared Port; Communicating with Infrared
  • Page 99 – Configuring the Infrared Port
  • Page 101 – Security Features Quick Reference; If You Forget a Password
  • Page 102 – Using a Power-On Password
  • Page 103 – Entering a Power-On Password; Using Quick Controls
  • Page 104 – Initiating QuickLock Manually; Using a Setup Password
  • Page 105 – Entering a Setup Password
  • Page 106 – Using DriveLock
  • Page 107 – Protecting a Hard Drive with DriveLock
  • Page 108 – Accessing a Protected Hard Drive
  • Page 109 – Disabling a Device
  • Page 110 – Securing
  • Page 111 – Connecting an Optional Cable Lock
  • Page 112 – Finding Intelligent Manageability Help
  • Page 113 – Using Fault Management Alerts; Identifying a Fault Management Alert
  • Page 114 – Updating the System
  • Page 115 – Updating the System ROM
  • Page 116 – Obtaining a System ROM
  • Page 117 – Reinstalling Software
  • Page 118 – Caring for the Computer
  • Page 119 – Traveling with the Computer
  • Page 122 – Using Computer Setup; Selecting from the File Menu
  • Page 123 – Selecting from the Security Menu
  • Page 125 – Selecting from the Advanced Menu
  • Page 126 – Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows
  • Page 127 – Displaying System Information; Running a Diagnostic Test
  • Page 129 – Troubleshooting; Quick Solutions Checklist
  • Page 130 – Solving Audio Problems
  • Page 132 – Solving Battery Problems
  • Page 135 – Solving Drive Problems; Solving Hard Drive Problems
  • Page 136 – Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems
  • Page 138 – Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems
  • Page 139 – Solving Infrared Problems
  • Page 142 – Solving Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems
  • Page 143 – Solving Memory Problems; Solving Modem Problems
  • Page 149 – Solving PC Card Problems
  • Page 150 – Solving Power Problems
  • Page 152 – Solving Screen Problems
  • Page 153 – Solving USB Problems
  • Page 155 – Using the Worldwide Web
  • Page 157 – Worldwide Telephone Numbers
  • Page 165 – Regulatory Agency Series Numbers
  • Page 166 – Telecom Network Approvals; Modifications
  • Page 167 – Cables; Canadian Notice
  • Page 169 – Battery Notice
  • Page 170 – Laser Safety; CDRH Regulations; Laser Information
  • Page 171 – European Union Notice
  • Page 172 – Safety Precautions for Modems
  • Page 176 – New Zealand Modem Statements
  • Page 177 – Macrovision Corporation Notice
  • Page 178 – Preventing Electrostatic Discharge; When Handling Drives
  • Page 179 – Grounding Methods
  • Page 180 – Computer Dimensions; Operating Environment
  • Page 181 – Rated Input Power; Port and COM Port Settings
  • Page 182 – Modem Specifications
  • Page 183 – Index
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