Page 1 Software described herein is furnished under a license agreement or nondisclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. EFERENCE UIDE Compaq Armada M300 Series of Personal Computers Second Edition June 2000 Part Number 170706-002 Compaq Computer Corporation...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
ONTENTS chapter 1 AKING A OOK AT THE Top Components... 1-1 Left Side Components... 1-3 Right Side Components... 1-4 Front Components... 1-5 Rear Components... 1-6 Bottom Components ... 1-7 External Diskette Drive ... 1-8 Connecting the Diskette Drive ... 1-8 Disconnecting the Diskette Drive...
Page 3 Enabling the Keypad at Startup ... 2-11 chapter 3 ANAGING OWER Selecting a Power Source ... 3-1 Beginning, Leaving, or Resuming Your Work ... 3-3 Managing Low-Battery Conditions ... 3-5 Identifying Low-Battery Conditions... 3-5 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions ... 3-6 Restoring from Hibernation After Resolving a Critical Low-Battery Condition...
Page 4 Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT 4.0 ... 3-25 Conserving Battery Power in Windows 2000 Professional 3-25 chapter 4 PGRADING OMPUTER Memory ... 4-1 Managing Random Access Memory (RAM) ... 4-1 Removing or Inserting a Memory Expansion Board ... 4-2 Hard Drives...
Page 5 Setting Modem Preferences... 6-4 Using the Modem... 6-4 Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally... 6-5 Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter... 6-5 Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration ... 6-6 Travel Connection Checklist ... 6-7 chapter 7 ONNECTING TO A OCAL Connecting the Network Cable ... 7-1 Reinstalling LAN Drivers...
Page 6 chapter 11 ECURING THE OMPUTER Security Features Quick Reference... 11-1 If You Forget a Password ... 11-1 Using a Power-On Password ... 11-2 Setting, Changing, or Deleting a Power-On Password ... 11-2 Entering a Power-On Password ... 11-3 Using Quick Controls... 11-3 Setting, Changing, or Deleting Quick Control Preferences 11-4 Initiating QuickLock Manually ...
Page 7 Caring for the Computer ... 13-6 Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel... 13-6 Traveling with the Computer... 13-7 chapter 14 ONFIGURATION AND Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows14-1 Using Computer Setup ... 14-1 Selecting from the File Menu ... 14-2 Selecting from the Security Menu ...
Page 8 appendix B EGULATORY OMPLIANCE Regulatory Agency Series Numbers...B-1 Telecom Network Approvals ...B-2 Federal Communications Commission Notice...B-2 Modifications ...B-2 Cables ...B-3 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States only) ...B-3 Canadian Notice...B-3 Avis Canadien...B-3 Japanese Notice ...B-4 Airline Travel Notice...B-4 Energy Star®...
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Page 17: External Diskette Drive
The computer comes with an external diskette drive which can be used with floppy diskettes. If you are using Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 preinstalled by Compaq, you do not need to turn off the computer before connecting or disconnecting the external diskette drive to the computer.
Page 18 To disconnect the external diskette drive from the computer: 1. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive. 2. Unscrew the small end of the drive cable from the external diskette drive 3. Unscrew the large end of the drive cable from the parallel port on the rear of the computer The primary battery pack is a multifunctional feature of the computer.
Page 19: Using The Keyboard
chapter SING THE Using the Pointing Device The built-in TouchPad functions with any software that supports a Microsoft-compatible mouse. If you are using software that does not support a NOTE: Microsoft-compatible mouse, select Advanced à Device Options in Computer Setup, then select the Disable Multiple Pointing Devices check box.
Page 20: Navigating With The Touchpad
Navigating with the TouchPad Task Move the mouse pointer Increase or decrease cursor speed Right-, left-, or double-click Highlight an item* Select text or an object* Activate a selection* Select, then drag and drop an item* *To perform this task exactly as you would with an external mouse, use the left-click button like an external mouse left-click button.
Page 21: Easy Access Buttons
Easy Access Buttons The Easy Access Buttons located at the top of your keyboard provide quick access to the Internet. Before using these buttons, you must have Internet service. The Easy Access Buttons are programmed to do the following: Easy Access Buttons Component Information —Direct link to Compaq Armada mobile user information for quick...
Page 22: Adding Easy Access Buttons Schemes
Adding Easy Access Buttons Schemes Schemes are a collection of up to four button assignments that you define. You can add additional schemes so that the buttons will perform different functions depending on which scheme is currently selected. There is no limit to the number of schemes that can be added, but the buttons will only work for the scheme that is currently selected.
Page 23 Changing Easy Access Buttons Schemes To select a different scheme: 1. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons icon located on the Windows Taskbar Click Start à Settings à Control Panel à double-click Keyboard à click the Easy Access Buttons tab. 2. In the Scheme drop-down list in the scheme box, select the scheme that contains the button name or assignment being changed.
Page 24: Programming The External Keyboard Internet Buttons
Deleting Easy Access Buttons Schemes The default schemes can not be deleted. Only the NOTE: schemes defined by you can be deleted. To delete a scheme: 1. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons icon located on the Windows Taskbar Click Start à Settings à Control Panel à double-click Keyboard à...
Page 25: Using Hotkeys
1. Double-click the Easy Access Button icon located on the Windows Taskbar Click Start à Settings à Control Panel à double-click Keyboard à click the Easy Access Buttons tab. 2. Click Internal. 3. Click on Add, then enter the name of the filenames, programs, or websites you want assigned to the four Easy Access Buttons.
Page 26: Switching The Display And Image
Task Switch the display and image Adjust system volume Initiate Quick Controls Set a power conservation level View battery charge status Adjust screen brightness Display system information Stretch text Switching the Display and Image In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 toggle the image among the computer display, an external display, and simultaneous display.
Page 27: Adjusting System Volume
When MultiMonitor is disabled, toggle image among the computer display, the external display, and simultaneous display. Adjusting System Volume To adjust system volume with an onscreen slide button or with the keyboard arrow keys, press To mute or restore volume Press Fn+F5+M Press...
Page 28: Setting A Power Conservation Level
Setting a Power Conservation Level In Windows 98 press window. In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 press Battery Conservation Settings window. To select a preset battery conservation level, choose among High—Maximizes running time from a single charge. Medium—Balances system performance with running time.
Page 29: Stretching Text
Stretching Text When the computer is running MS-DOS under Windows and the desktop area resolution is set lower than the display resolution, press Stretch, which stretches the text to fill more of the screen, and Regular. Text Stretch is the default. While Regular is selected, a graphics accelerator cannot be enabled.
Page 30: Operating The Keypad Keys As Standard Keys
Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys To use the embedded numeric keypad keys as standard keyboard keys while the keypad is enabled: Press and hold Press and hold Enabling the Keypad at Startup To set the computer to start up with the embedded numeric keypad enabled: 1.
Page 31 To disable the embedded numeric keypad at start up, repeat the above procedure with the Num Lock State at Boot field toggled Off. The embedded numeric keypad can be enabled or NOTE: disabled with in either startup state. Fn+Num Lk Using the Keyboard 2-13...
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Page 34: Memory
You will observe the power button and the power/suspend light as you turn the computer on or off or place it in Suspend (Standby) or Hibernation. Suspend, called Standby in Windows 98, is an energy-saving feature that reduces power to system components that are not being used.
Page 35 If you plan to resume within two weeks—Initiating Hibernation clears the screen, saves your work to the hard drive, and uses less power than Suspend (Standby). A fully charged battery pack supports Hibernation indefinitely. Æ *In Windows 98 the term Standby replaces the term Suspend.
Page 36 When a battery pack that is the only source of power available to the computer reaches a low-battery condition The system beeps 5 times. The battery light If the low-battery condition is not resolved, the computer will enter a critical low-battery condition. In a critical low-battery condition, If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in Suspend (Standby)—The computer beeps twice, then...
Page 37 If external power is available, do one of the following— Connect the computer to an electrical outlet with the AC Adapter. Dock the computer and mobile expansion unit in a docking base that is connected to external power. Plug an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger into the power connector on the computer and into a vehicle cigarette lighter receptacle.
Page 38 When a battery pack is installed in the computer or an optional Battery Charger or docking base, the battery pack is charged whenever external power is available. Charging may be delayed if a battery pack is new, has not been used for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than a comfortable room temperature.
Page 39 To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays— Allow a battery pack to discharge to the low-battery level through normal use before charging it. When you charge a battery pack, charge it fully. Before charging a new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for 2 weeks or more, calibrate the new battery pack or check the calibration on the unused battery pack.
Page 40 The battery meter icon, called the power meter icon in Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional, indicates whether the computer is running on external power or on a full, half-full, or nearly discharged battery pack. To display the battery meter icon in the taskbar In Windows 95 select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆPowerÆBattery Status tab, then select the Show Battery Meter on the Taskbar check box.
Page 41 The power tab, called the power meter tab in Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional, is available in Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows 2000 Professional. To access the tab In Windows 95 select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆ PowerÆPower tab. In Windows 98 select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆ Power ManagementÆPower Meter tab.
Page 42 Calibration increases the accuracy of all battery charge displays. The calibration utility supports all battery packs that can be used in the computer. Use the calibration utility both to check the calibration of a battery pack and to calibrate or recalibrate a battery pack. A battery pack cannot be calibrated unless the utility reports that it needs calibration.
Page 43 1. To check the calibration of a battery pack—Attach the battery pack to the computer or insert a battery pack into the MultiBay of the mobile expansion unit. If you insert the battery pack into the expansion unit's MultiBay, connect the computer and expansion unit system to external power.
Page 44 The primary battery pack is the battery pack attached to the computer. For information on using a battery pack in the mobile expansion unit MultiBay, refer to Chapter 5. 1. If the computer is on, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer.
Page 45 4. Rotate the battery pack 90 degrees pack from the computer 1. If the computer is on, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer. 2. Turn the computer bottom side up. 3. Slide in the two battery latches toward each other. , and lift up the battery...
Page 46 4. Push the battery pack onto the computer until the contacts connect , and rotate the battery pack 90 degrees toward the back of the computer 5. Slide the two battery latches out (away from each other) If the computer will be unused and unplugged from an external power source for more than two weeks, remove and store the battery pack(s).
Page 47 Less than 1 month No more than 3 months Unlimited You can increase, decrease, and allocate the power used by the computer by setting power preferences. Increasing power increases performance, while decreasing power conserves energy and extends the running time from a battery pack.
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Page 50 To access most power settings—Select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆPower Management (or Power Options for Windows 2000 Professional). For information about setting all Power Management settings except the following, refer to your Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional documentation. To enable or disable hibernation—Select the hibernation tab, then check the box to enable Hibernation or uncheck the box to disable Hibernation.
Page 51 When using the computer with the mobile expansion unit, auto insert notification runs a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM on insertion in the expansion unit MultiBay, but drains power and prevents system-initiated Suspend (Standby). To turn off auto insert notification: In Windows 95 or Windows 98 select StartÆSettingsÆ Control PanelÆSystemÆDevice ManagerÆCD-ROMÆ...
Page 52 Before the performance mode changes from Battery Optimized to Maximum Performance mode in Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 —You are prompted to restart the computer. The restart selection on the prompt restarts the computer and returns your work to the screen. It is not necessary to restart the computer to change from Battery Optimized to Maximum Performance mode in Windows 98...
Page 53 Assign a performance mode that applies any time the computer is running on battery power. Assign a performance mode that applies any time the computer is running on AC power. Set the computer to change between the assigned power modes whenever the power source changes.
Page 54 Enable all settings in the main SpeedStep window. Remove the SpeedStep icon from the taskbar. The SpeedStep icon displays on the taskbar by default and changes to indicate whether the computer is running in Maximum Performance or Battery Optimized mode. The icon can also be used for the following tasks: Display current performance mode.
Page 55 Exit modem applications and turn off local area network (LAN) connections when you are not using them. Disconnect external equipment you are not using that is not connected to an external power source. If you leave your work, initiate Suspend (Standby) or Hibernation or shut down the computer.
Page 56 Select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆPower ManagementÆPower Schemes tab, then create a power scheme that conserves battery power. Select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆPower ManagementÆBattery Conservation Settings. Then select a low screen brightness. Choose the Infrared icon in the task bar, select the Options tab, then clear the Search for and Provide Status for Devices in Range check box.
Page 57 chapter To view the amount of existing random access memory (RAM) in the system In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional select StartÆ SettingsÆControl PanelÆCompaq Diagnostics. In Windows NT 4.0 select StartÆProgramsÆ Administrative ToolsÆCompaq Diagnostics. You can increase RAM with optional memory expansion boards. For ordering information, go to the Compaq Internet site at http://www.compaq.com or refer to Appendix A to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
Page 58 In Windows NT 4.0 select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆCompaq Power PropertiesÆHibernation tab. In Windows 2000 Professional select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆPower OptionsÆHibernation tab. To view the amount of free space on your hard drive, select My ComputerÆright-click your hard driveÆProperties. There is only one memory expansion slot in the computer. Before upgrading memory, you must remove the memory board that came with the computer.
Page 59 4. Gently press down on each of the three tabs along the top edge of the keyboard keyboard at a 45-degree angle from the computer 5. If applicable, turn back the memory insulator. 6. To remove the memory board, pull away the plastic retention clips on each side of the memory expansion board memory expansion board tilts upward.
Page 60 8. Place the removed memory expansion board in an electrostatic-safe container. 9. To add a memory board, insert the memory expansion board into the empty memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle Then slide it gently into place until it is seated while tilted. All memory expansion boards supported by the computer are keyed (notched) to ensure correct positioning.
Page 61 The primary hard drive cannot be used in the mobile expansion unit MultiBay. For information on using hard drives in the mobile expansion unit MultiBay, refer to Chapter 6. 1. If the computer is on, save your work and shut down the computer.
Page 62 3. Pull up on the drive's front bezel from the bay 1. If the computer is on, save your work and shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button, then shut it down.
Page 63 3. Slide the hard drive into the bay until the connector is seated , then push the drive's front bezel down to secure the drive 4. Insert the hard drive screw into the computer...
Page 64 When the computer is attached to the mobile expansion unit and more than one drive is in the system, the computer selects the drive to start from by searching for, first, a bootable CD-ROM or DVD-ROM; second, a bootable diskette; and third, a bootable hard drive.
Page 65 By default, Phoenix MultiBoot is disabled and the computer selects the startup drive by searching these locations in this sequence: 1. External diskette drive 2. Computer hard drive To enable MultiBoot and change the sequence of the computer drive bay locations that the computer searches during startup: 1.
Page 66 The mobile expansion unit is available on select models and can be purchased as an upgrade for other models. In addition to the mobile expansion unit, the computer can also be used with other compatible Compaq docking devices. The computer must be docked in the mobile expansion unit before docking the entire system to a docking device.
Page 67 chapter Security features are available on some models of the mobile expansion unit. A security cable slot helps protect the system from theft. Use a security cable, purchased from a Compaq authorized reseller worldwide, and loop it around the object to be secured. Pull the lock through the cable loop and insert the cable into the slot on the mobile expansion unit.
Page 68 A security selection switch on the bottom side of the mobile expansion unit prevents the removal of the computer from the mobile expansion unit while the system (computer and mobile expansion unit) is docked in an Armada EM Series docking base. To engage the lock: 1.
Page 69 To connect the computer to the mobile expansion unit: 1. Close computer display 2. Align the tabs in front of the computer with the computer tabs on the mobile expansion unit . Lower the computer onto the expansion connector Firmly press down on the rear of the computer to ensure the computer and the mobile expansion unit are connected.
Page 70 To disconnect the computer from the mobile expansion unit, follow these steps: 1. Close the computer display. 2. On the mobile expansion unit, press the docking release button to release the expansion unit from the computer . 3. Lift the rear end of the computer to disconnect it from the computer expansion connector 4.
Page 71 When the computer and mobile expansion unit are connected, turn the equipment on and off using the power button on the computer. If the computer and the mobile expansion unit are docked to a docking device, follow the instructions in the docking device guide for turning equipment on and off.
Page 72 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 unit . 2. Connect the AC power cord to the adapter 3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet To connect devices to the mobile expansion unit: 1.
Page 73: Disconnecting The Computer
To ensure that devices connected to the expansion base are activated, follow the guidelines below. When adding a device to or removing a device from the expansion unit, turn off power to the computer, expansion unit, and applicable devices before connecting or disconnecting the computer.
Page 75 To remove a device from the MultiBay in the mobile expansion unit: 1. If the MultiBay device is a drive, remove any DVD, CD, or diskette disc from it. 2. Slide forward the MultiBay release latch the mobile expansion unit. 3.
Page 76 To remove the diskette drive from the Diskette Drive Bay in the mobile expansion unit: 1. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive. 2. Slide forward the diskette drive release latch 3. Slide the diskette drive from the bay To insert the diskette drive into the Diskette Drive Bay in the mobile expansion unit: 1.
Page 77: Connecting The Modem Cable
chapter SING AN AVAILABLE ON SELECT MODELS Connecting the Modem Cable The Compaq internal modem must be connected to a standard (analog) telephone line. Immediately disconnect an accidental connection to IMPORTANT: a digital line, such as an office PBX line. 1.
Page 78: Selecting Communications Software
Selecting Communications Software You can operate the modem with preinstalled or optional software. To use preinstalled modem software, select Start à Programs. Then, For terminal emulation and data transfer In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0, select Accessories à HyperTerminal. In Windows 2000 Professional, select Accessories à...
Page 79: Recommended Settings
If you have problems connecting to the network or NOTE: operating the modem/NIC card, you may need to update or reinstall the modem or LAN drivers. Refer to Chapter 7 for instructions. Recommended Settings Model— Select Start à Settings à Control Panel à Modem Enter the initialization string AT&F1&D2&C1E0V1S0=0.
Page 80: Setting Modem Preferences
If you prefer to configure the modem using AT commands, select Start à Programs à Accessories à HyperTerminal. To access an AT command set including dial modifiers and instructions, go to the Compaq Internet site at http://www.compaq.com/support/portables. Setting Modem Preferences The following preference is in addition to those described in your modem communication software documentation.
Page 81: Using The Modem While Traveling Internationally
If you prepare the fax in another application, you may need to select your fax driver from within the Print Setup menu of that application. Receiving a Fax—For the modem to receive a fax, a fax driver must be loaded and the fax application must be open.
Page 82: Selecting A Country-Specific Modem Configuration
Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration The internal modem is configured to meet operating approval in the country where you purchased your computer. To set the modem to comply with telecommunications standards and regulations in other countries, you must change the country selection setting.
Page 83: Travel Connection Checklist
To change the current country selection If you select a country that is not supported by the NOTE: internal modem, a warning will appear. Unless you then select a supported country, the country selection will default to USA. In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0, select Start à...
Page 84 Set the modem to ignore dial tones—If the modem receives a dial tone it does not recognize, it will not dial and will display a No Dial Tone error message. To set the modem to ignore all dial tones before dialing: 1.
Page 85: Connecting The Network Cable
chapter ONNECTING TO A ETWORK MODELS An internal modem/NIC (network interface card) combination card and preinstalled modem and LAN (local area network) drivers allow you to connect the computer to a LAN. Connecting the Network Cable : The network and modem cables may contain noise IMPORTANT suppression circuitry near one end of the cable.
Page 86: Reinstalling Lan Drivers
Reinstalling LAN Drivers If you have problems connecting to the network or operating the modem/NIC card, you may need to update or reinstall the modem or LAN drivers. Use the procedures in the following sections to: First, uninstall the currently loaded modem and LAN drivers.
Page 87 Reinstalling LAN Drivers (Windows 95 or Windows When you start the computer after uninstalling modem and LAN drivers, the computer displays the New Hardware Found “PCI Ethernet Controller” dialog box. 1. Select the Next button in the dialog box, then continue to select the Next button on succeeding screens until you are prompted to enter a driver location.
Page 88: Updating Or Reinstalling Modem And Lan Drivers In Windows Nt 4.0
Confirming the Network Protocol (Windows 95 or Windows 98) To confirm the network protocol setting after reinstalling LAN drivers: 1. Select Start à Settings à Control Panel. Double-click Network, then select the Configuration tab. 2. Verify that the desired protocols are included on the list of installed network components.
Page 89 11. Restart the computer. Reinstalling LAN Drivers and Windows NT Networking (Windows NT 4.0) If it has become necessary to reinstall LAN drivers, you may also need to reinstall Windows NT Networking. To determine whether you must reinstall Windows NT Networking, select Start à...
Page 90 12. Select the network service(s) for your LAN environment. Select the Next button, then continue to select the Next button on succeeding screens until you are prompted to enter a drive designator. 13. When prompted, type the drive designator for your Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
Page 91: Updating Or Reinstalling Modem And Lan Drivers In Windows 2000 Professional
3. Select Finish. 4. Restart the computer. Updating or Reinstalling Modem and LAN Drivers in Windows 2000 Professional To uninstall or reinstall modem or LAN drivers in IMPORTANT: Windows 2000 Professional, you must log in to Windows 2000 Professional with Administrator privileges. To update or reinstall modem and LAN drivers: First, uninstall the currently loaded modem and LAN drivers.
Page 92 6. Select Display a List of Known Drivers for This Device so That I Can Choose a Specific Driver. 7. Click Next. 8. Select Intel PRO/100+ MiniPCI, then click Have Disk. 9. Specify the path to the new driver location, then click OK. The location of the preinstalled drivers is NOTE: Files\Compaq\CPQLANMODEM\Network...
Page 93: Configuring A Pc Card
chapter PC C SING A PC Card is a credit card–sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). The computer supports both 32-bit CardBus cards and 16-bit PC Cards. Configuring a PC Card CAUTION: provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards.
Page 94: Inserting Or Removing A Pc Card
Inserting or Removing a PC Card In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional— If you insert a PC Card while the computer is on, the computer beeps twice when the card is ready for use. If you remove a PC Card while the computer is on, the computer beeps twice when the card is removed.
Page 95: Inserting A Pc Card
Inserting a PC Card CAUTION: pressure as you insert a PC Card into the PC Card slot. 1. With the connector facing the computer and the label facing up, push the PC Card through the PC Card doors, aligning the card on the two guide rails within the PC Card slot.
Page 96: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC Card First, prepare the system for the removal: CAUTION: Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional, failure to stop a PC Card before removing it may cause loss of data. In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional—If the computer is on, stop the PC Card before you remove it.
Page 97: Zoomed Video
Zoomed Video A zoomed video PC Card promotes higher overall system performance for MPEG playback. The computer supports Zoomed Video PC Cards under Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows 2000 Professional. Windows NT 4.0 does not support Zoomed Video. Always insert a Zoomed Video card into the bottom PC Card slot.
Page 98 chapter The microphone has a standard sensitivity of -50 dB and supports audio input when the display is open or closed.
Page 99 The speaker provides audio playback for multimedia applications. When the computer is docked in the mobile expansion unit, these speakers are disabled and system sound plays through the mobile expansion unit's bass speakers.
Page 100: Connecting An External Audio Device
The microphone jack supports a single sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A powered, single sound channel, electret condenser microphone is recommended. If you use a stereo microphone, only the left channel will be recorded. If you use a dynamic microphone, the recommended sensitivity will not be achieved.
Page 101 hotkeys— To raise or lower volume, press then move the onscreen slide button or press a keyboard arrow key. To mute or restore volume, press or press then select or clear the Mute check box. Using the Windows Volume Control window— Double-click the volume icon in the taskbar, then enter your preferences.
Page 102 chapter If the computer is running Windows 98 or a preinstalled Windows 95 operating system, the computer is IrDA- compliant (4Mbps standard) and can communicate with any another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. Infrared communication is supported by Windows 95 and Windows 98.
Page 103 As you set up your infrared software, the following information may be helpful. The infrared port default settings are: Port, COM3; address, 3; Interrupt Request (IRQ), 3. If you use Direct Cable Connection and the utility asks you to choose a port for the infrared connection, you can select Serial Cable on COM5 or, if the computer is running a preinstalled Windows 95 or Windows 98 operating system, Parallel Cable on LPT3.
Page 104: Security Features Quick Reference
chapter ECURING THE Security Features Quick Reference Security Features Quick Reference To Protect Against This Risk Unauthorized use of the computer Unauthorized access to the Computer Setup utility Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive Unauthorized use of a drive or port Unauthorized access to the computer hard drive bay compartment...
Page 105: Using A Power-On Password
Using a Power -On Password A power-on password Prevents unauthorized use of the computer. Once set, it must be entered each time the computer is turned on or restored from Hibernation. Enables you to use Quick Controls. Can be up to seven alphanumeric characters, is not case sensitive, and can be the same as any other seven- character password.
Page 106: Entering A Power-On Password
Changing or Deleting a Power -On Password 1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen. To change the language, press For navigation instructions, press 2. Select Security à Power-on Password, then press Then, To change a power-on password—Type the current password in the Old Password field, then type the new...
Page 107: Setting, Changing, Or Deleting Quick Control Preferences
Quick Controls cannot be used if an external NOTE: keyboard connected through a USB connector has ever been connected to the computer. QuickControls are also not available if you are using Windows 2000 Professional since the operating system features equivalent functions. Refer to your Windows 2000 Professional manual for more information.
Page 108: Setting, Changing, Or Deleting A Setup Password
Can be up to seven (7) alphanumeric characters, is not case sensitive, and can be the same as any other seven- character password. Must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, a password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it with embedded keypad number keys.
Page 109: Using Drivelock
Using DriveLock CAUTION: the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. DriveLock prevents unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive. Once DriveLock protection is applied to a drive A password must be entered to access the drive. The drive can be accessed only when it is inserted in the computer hard drive bay.
Page 110: Protecting A Hard Drive With Drivelock
Protecting a Hard Drive with DriveLock CAUTION: the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. 1. Ensure that the hard drive is inserted into the computer hard drive bay. 2. Turn on the computer, then press cursor appears upper-right on the screen. To change the language, press For navigation instructions, press If you open Computer Setup from a Windows...
Page 111: Changing A Drivelock Password Or Removing Drivelock Protection From A Drive
2. When prompted for a DriveLock password, type either the user or the master password, using the same keys you used to set the password, then press enter the password correctly, you must restart the computer to try again. Changing a DriveLock Password or Removing DriveLock Protection from a Drive CAUTION: the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is...
Page 112: Disabling A Device
Disabling a Device To allow limited use of the computer by another user, you can disable most drives and ports. If an Administrator Password is set, you must type the NOTE: password before any options are enabled on the Port Security tab.
Page 113: Securing The Computer Hard Drive In The Bay
2. Select Security à Device Security, enter your preferences, then press Settings for a DVD-ROM drive can be entered in NOTE: the CD-ROM field. 3. To save your preferences, close Computer Setup, and restart the computer, select File à Save Changes and Exit, then press 4.
Page 114: Connecting An Optional Cable Lock
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then pull the lock through the cable loop and insert the cable lock into the security cable slot. When the cable lock is installed, the primary hard drive cannot be removed from the hard drive bay.
Page 115: Finding Intelligent Manageability Help
chapter NTELLIGENT Finding Intelligent Manageability Help Intelligent Manageability comprises software tools that can help you and/or your Information Services department track, troubleshoot, protect, and maintain the system. Intelligent Manageability uses such tools as Insight Management Agents, Compaq Diagnostics for Windows, and Computer Setup to facilitate the following: Asset Management—Provides detailed configuration and diagnostic information.
Page 116: Using Fault Management Alerts
Using Fault Management Alerts Identifying a Fault Management Alert The computer is preset to monitor certain hardware components. If problems are found, the following alerts may display. Hard drive alert—Warns up to 72 hours in advance of impending hard drive problems; can initiate an optional software backup.
Page 117: Obtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger
chapter AINTENANCE RAVEL Updating the System Obtaining Customized Update Information with Info Messenger You can set up a customized search of the Compaq Internet site for new information about the software, firmware, and hardware in your system by registering with Compaq Info Messenger.
Page 118: Obtaining Software Updates And Enhancements By Subscription
Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements by Subscription You can subscribe to the Compaq Support Software CD that contains the latest available device drivers, system ROMs, and utilities, as well as detailed software support information and instructions. For ordering, cost, and language information, refer to “Worldwide Telephone Numbers”...
Page 119 Displaying the Version of the Installed System ROM To display the ROM version number in Computer Setup: 1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen. 2. To change the language, press 3. To view the version number of the installed system ROM, select File à...
Page 120: Reinstalling Software
Installing a System ROM from a Diskette 1. Shut down the computer. 2. Connect the External Diskette Drive. Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions. 3. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet with the power cord. CAUTION: computer is docked or running on battery power. During the installation, do not shut down or unplug the computer.
Page 121: Bottom Components
Replacing the Lithium Real-time Clock Battery When your computer no longer automatically displays the correct date and time, it may mean the battery providing power to the real-time clock needs to be replaced. Battery life is usually about five to ten years under normal use. Contact your authorized Compaq service provider for a replacement battery.
Page 122: Caring For The Computer
Caring for the Computer WARNING: internal components, do not allow liquids to drip into the computer keyboard. CAUTION: place anything on top of the computer when it is closed. CAUTION: screen and discolor the plastic. Keep the computer away from excessive moisture and temperature extremes.
Page 123: Traveling With The Computer
6. If you are shipping the computer, place it in the original packing box or similar protective packaging, then label the package “Fragile: Handle With Care.” Traveling with the Computer Take along a backup of your information. Do not pack the backup with the computer.
Page 124: Using Computer Setup
chapter ONFIGURATION AND TILITIES Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows The computer features two system management utilities. Computer Setup is a system information and customization utility that can be used even when your operating system is not working or will not load. It includes settings that are not available in Windows.
Page 125: Selecting From The File Menu
1. Turn on or restart the computer. When the blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen, press To change the language, press To view navigation information, press To return to the Computer Setup menu from anywhere in Computer Setup, press 2.
Page 126: Selecting From The Security Menu
Selecting from the Security Menu Selecting from the Security Menu Begin here Setup password* Power-On password* DriveLock passwords* Password options* NOTE: Password options is selectable only when a power-on password is set. Device security* System IDs *For more information about passwords, QuickLock, DriveLock, and disabling devices, refer to Chapter 11.
Page 127: Selecting From The Advanced Menu
Selecting from the Advanced Menu Begin here Language (or press Boot Options Device Options 14-4 Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities Selecting from the Advanced Menu To do this Change the Computer Setup language. Enable/disable QuickBoot, which starts the computer more quickly by eliminating some startup tests.
Page 128: Using Compaq Diagnostics For Windows
Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows When you access Compaq Diagnostics for Windows, a scan of all system components appears on the screen before the Compaq Diagnostics window opens. You can display more or less information from anywhere within Compaq Diagnostics for Windows by selecting Level on the menu bar.
Page 129 Complete Test—Performs maximum testing on each device in a selected category. Custom Test—Performs maximum testing on a selected device. To run all tests listed beneath your selection, select the Check All button. To run only the tests you select, select the Uncheck All button, then select the check box beside each test you want to run.
Page 130 chapter ROUBLESHOOTING Problems that occur while using the computer may originate in the computer, the operating system, a software application, or an optional docking base or external device. For problems that may not originate in the computer, refer to your operating system, docking base, software application, or external device documentation.
Page 131: Quick Solutions Checklist
Quick Solutions Checklist To reset a locked system, press and hold the suspend NOTE: button while pressing the power button. Is adequate power available to the computer? If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet Are all power cord or external AC Adapter connections secure? Is the electrical outlet providing a standard power supply?
Page 132: Solving Audio Problems
Solving Audio Problems Problem System warnings or alerts are not audible. Internal speakers produce no sound. External speakers, headphones, or a headset produces no sound. External microphone does not work. Solving Audio Problems Possible Cause Volume is muted. The system warning or alert is disabled.
Page 133: Solving Battery Problems
Solving Battery Problems Problem Computer beeps 5 times and the battery light is blinking. System beeps twice and initiates Hibernation. System beeps twice and the power/suspend light is blinking. Low-battery warnings or alerts are not audible. Battery pack is warm after charging. 15-4 Troubleshooting Solving Battery Problems Possible Cause...
Page 134 Solving Battery Problems Problem Computer shut down and work in memory was lost when a battery pack that was the only power source available to the system was replaced. Date and time must be reset each time the computer is turned on. Battery light does not turn on to indicate that battery pack is charging;...
Page 135: Solving Drive Problems
Solving Drive Problems Solving Hard Drive Problems Problem System does not recognize a hard drive. System cannot start up from a hard drive. Hard drive cannot be accessed. DriveLock settings cannot be accessed in Computer Setup. 15-6 Troubleshooting Solving Hard Drive Problems Possible Cause The drive is not seated properly.
Page 136: Solving Cd-Rom And Dvd-Rom Drive Problems
Solving CD -ROM and DVD -ROM Drive Problems Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems Problem System does not recognize a CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive cannot read a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. System cannot start up from a CD-ROM.
Page 137: Solving Diskette And Superdisk Ls-120 Drive Problems
Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS -120 Drive Problems Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Problem System does not recognize a diskette or SuperDisk LS-120 drive. Diskette drive or SuperDisk LS-120 drive cannot read or write to a diskette. System cannot start up from a diskette drive.
Page 138: Solving Infrared Problems
Solving Infrared Problems Problem Cannot link with another infrared-equipped computer or device. System does not initiate Suspend while infrared port is enabled. Solving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Computer is running Windows NT 4.0. Appropriate software is not running on both devices. Infrared port on computer is disabled.
Page 139 Solving Infrared Problems Problem Data transmission problem. Direct sunlight, *For instructions, refer to your infrared communications software documentation. 15-10 Troubleshooting Continued Possible Cause energy-saving fluorescent light, or flashing incandescent light is close to the infrared connections. Interference from other infrared-equipped devices. Dirty infrared lens.
Page 140: Solving Keyboard And Pointing Device Problems
Solving Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems Solving Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems Problem Some keys type numbers instead of letters and num lock light is on. Embedded numeric keypad does not work. Hotkeys do not work on external keyboard. Keyboard and pointing device are locked.
Page 141: Solving Lan Problems
Solving LAN Problems Problem Cannot connect to the network. 15-12 Troubleshooting Problems and Solutions Possible Cause Modem/NIC card is not configured or LAN cable is not connected to the network. Solution Verify that the modem and NIC software has been installed.
Page 142 Problems and Solutions Problem The NIC loses connection (Loss of Link). The computer will not power on when a wake-up packet is sent. Continued Possible Cause The connection from the LAN cable to the network is loose or disconnected. A wake-up packet was previously received by the computer.
Page 143: Solving Memory Problems
Solving Memory Problems Problem Memory count during Power-On Self-Test (POST) is incorrect. Computer beeps four times when turned on; power/suspend light is on, but screen is blank. Hibernation does not work normally after increasing RAM with a memory expansion board. Solving Modem Problems If you are troubleshooting a modem PC Card problem, refer also to “Solving PC Card Problems”...
Page 144 Solving Modem Problems Problem No dial tone, with or without NO DIAL TONE message. Continued Possible Cause You are not in your home country and the modem does not recognize the local dial tone. Telephone service is not connected to the telephone wall jack.
Page 145 Solving Modem Problems Problem Modem sounds are not audible. Modem does not dial correctly. Clicking sound and modem does not connect. Modem does not connect. 15-16 Troubleshooting Continued Possible Cause Modem speaker is turned off. System sound is muted or turned down.
Page 146 Solving Modem Problems Problem Modem does not connect at highest speed. Fax transmissions do not work. Continued Possible Cause Line conditions in your area or in the area you are calling may not support the highest connect speeds. Another device on your telephone line may be causing interference.
Page 147 Solving Modem Problems Problem Characters are garbled/transfer rates are slow. Modem loses connection. 15-18 Troubleshooting Continued Possible Cause There is noise in the telephone line. Settings on the sending and receiving modem do not match. The error correction feature of your modem software is interfering.
Page 148: Solving Pc Card Problems
Solving PC Card Problems Problem Computer does not beep when PC Card is inserted, but PC Card works. Computer does not beep when PC Card is inserted, and PC Card does not work. Computer beeps once when PC Card is inserted and PC Card does not work.
Page 149: Solving Power Problems
Solving Power Problems If the problem occurs while the computer is running on a battery pack, refer also to “Solving Battery Pack Problems.” Problem Computer will not turn on when connected to external power if battery pack is in the computer. Computer turned off while it was left unattended and power/suspend light is off.
Page 150: Solving Power Problems
Solving Power Problems Problem System does not initiate Suspend. *External power supplied through an optional Aircraft Power Adapter can be used to run the computer, but not to charge a battery pack. Solving Screen Problems Problem Characters on computer display are dim. Screen is blank.
Page 151: Solving Usb Problems
Solving USB Problems Problem External device connected to the USB connector does not work. External device connected to the USB connector does not work during startup (before Windows 95 or Windows 98 loads). A New Hardware Found message displays although the external device was previously recognized.
Page 152: Solving Usb Problems
Solving USB Problems Continued Problem External devices in the sixth tier do not work. External devices in lower tiers do not work. Possible Cause Windows 95 and Windows 98 support up to five tiers. An unpowered hub is connected to another unpowered hub.
Page 153: Using The Compaq Support Forum
appendix Personal technical support is available from the Compaq Support Forum at the Compaq website. You can either browse the postings as a guest, or register as a user and submit your own questions. Compaq responds to questions within one business day. To access the Compaq Support Forum—Go to the Compaq website at http://www.compaq.com, then select Compaq Support Forum.
Page 154 Operating system version number and registration number. To view these numbers, select StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆSystemÆGeneral tab System ROM version number and Computer Setup version number. To view these version numbers: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. 2. When the blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen, press 3.
Page 155 Argentina General Information Australia General Information Austria General Information Belgium General Information Bolivia Call Center Brazil General Information Canada General Information Caribbean Technical Support Central America Call Center Chile General Information Indicates domestic numbers not available internationally. +541 14 704 3800 1300 368 369 1 866 30-0 2/713 13 00...
Page 156 China General Information Customer Support Colombia General Information Czech Republic General Information Denmark General Information Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa Technical Support and General Information Ecuador General Information Finland General Information France General Information* Germany General Information* Greece General Information Hong Kong General Information...
Page 157 Indonesia Technical Support Ireland General Information* Israel General Information Italy Information* Japan* General Information* Korea Product Information Luxembourg General Information Malaysia General Information Mexico General Information Netherlands General Information* New Zealand General Information Norway General Information Paraguay Call Center Peru General Information Philippines Technical Support...
Page 158 Poland General Information Portugal General Information Puerto Rico Call Center Russia General Information Singapore General Information Slovak Republic South Africa General Information Spain General Information Sweden General Information Switzerland InfoLine* Taiwan General Information Thailand General Information Turkey General Information United Arab Emirates (Dubai) General Information United Kingdom General Information*...
Page 159 United States Technical Support* Uruguay Call Center Venezuela General Information Vietnam Technical Support Indicates domestic numbers not available internationally. Continued 1-800-OKCOMPAQ (1-800-652-6672) +541 14 704 3800 +582 953 9705 4 823 0322...
Page 160: Regulatory Agency Series Numbers
appendix Throughout these regulatory notices, Compaq products are referred to by their regulatory agency series numbers. Regulatory agencies worldwide use agency series numbers for product identification. Each approved product displays the assigned agency series number. To ensure continued safe and reliable operation, the products listed below should be used only with the Compaq PP2050 agency series of computers.
Page 161: Telecom Network Approvals
The telecommunications device in your computer is approved for connection to the telephone network in the countries whose approval markings are indicated on the product label. Additional country approvals may be found on the Compaq website. To view these approvals, visit www.compaq.com, click on Search, and perform a site search for the words “telecom network approvals.”...
Page 162: Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 163: Power Cords
Use of electronic equipment aboard commercial aircraft is at the discretion of the airline. ® The Compaq PP2050 agency series of computers are compliant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy ® ® Star Computers Program 3.0. The EPA Energy Star logo does ®...
Page 165 All Compaq systems equipped with laser products comply with appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies for Class 1 laser products. It does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.
Page 166 Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and sub- assemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board.
Page 167 The equipment is designed to work with all EU telephone networks. However, the equipment may have interworking difficulties for some connections on the EU public networks. Dialling by loop disconnect pulses is not intended to be used on the PSTN. This feature is only supported in consideration of PBX or other equipment which requires pulse dialling.
Page 168 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the bottom of the computer is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you must provide this information to your telephone company. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is called.
Page 169 If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But, if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
Page 170 The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone facsimile machine unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, or entity, or individual sending the message and the...
Page 171 Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.
Page 172 This device is equipped with pulse dialling while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialling. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialling. Use of pulse dialling, when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition.
Page 173 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Page 174 appendix A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components. Before handling electrostatic-sensitive components, discharge static electricity by one of the methods described in this appendix. Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the connectors on the back of the computer.
Page 175 If installation instructions direct you to unplug the computer or an optional docking base, unplug it after being properly grounded and before removing the cover. Use one or more of the following grounding methods. Touch the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the connectors on the back of the computer or docking base.
Page 176 appendix...
Page 179 NDEX AC power conservation level (Windows NT 4.0), 3-17 adding schemes for Internet buttons, 2-4 Administrator password, setting, 11-2 air vents, 1-4 Aircraft Power Adapter (optional) as power source, 3-2, 3-6 connecting, 3-6 airport security devices, 13-7 alerts, fault management, 12-2 APM battery pack (Windows 98), 3-8 Armada Information Page, 2-3 AT commands, 6-4...
Page 180: Selecting A Power Source
calibration of battery packs preserving accuracy of, 3-8 running a calibration, 3-12 selecting a power source, 3-2 stopping a calibration, 3-11, 3-12 troubleshooting, 15-5 when to calibrate, 3-11 caps lock light, 1-2 card and socket services and enablers, for PC Card, 8-1 CardWare, 8-1 caution battery pack calibration, 3-11...
Page 181: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
removing from Diskette Drive Bay, 5-10 starting up from, 4-8 troubleshooting, 15-8 Diskette Drive Bay inserting diskette drive, 5-10 removing diskette drive, 5-10 diskette drive light, 1-1 display expanding or centering image on, with hotkeys, 2-7, 2-9 MultiMonitor (Windows 98), 2-8 troubleshooting, 15-22 display release latch, 1-5 display switch, 1-1...
Page 182 DriveLock, 11-1, 11-6 fault management alert, 12-2 Hibernation file on, 3-3, 3-5, 4-1 primary, 1-3 securing contents, 11-6 securing contents of, 11-1 starting up from, 4-8 troubleshooting, 15-6 headphones, headset, external, 1-5, 9-3, 9-4, 15-3 Hibernate on Suspend setting, in Windows 95, 3-18 setting, in Windows NT, 3-18 Hibernation aborting restoration from, 3-6...
Page 183 jack microphone, 1-5, 9-3, 9-4 RJ-11, 1-4, 6-1, 6-5 RJ-45, 1-3 stereo speaker/headphone, 1-5, 9-3, keyboard using embedded numeric keypad, 2-10 keyboard (TouchPad models) components, illustrated, 2-1 keyboard) TouchPad procedures, 2-2 keyboard, external disabling embedded numeric keypad, 2-10 using hotkeys on, 2-7 keypad, embedded numeric, 2-10 keypad, external numeric, 2-10 LAN drivers...
Page 184 mobile expansion unit calibrating battery packs while docked, 3-12 docking connector on computer, 1-7 drives supported, 5-7 security cable slot, 5-1 security features, 5-1 security selection switch, 5-2 modem changing countries, 6-6 modem cable, 1-4 modem cable adapter, 6-1, 6-5 modem compartment, 1-7 modem configurations selecting country specific, 6-6...
Page 185 PC Card slot, 1-4 turning off power to, in Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional, 3-19 PC Cards zoomed video, 8-5 PC Card ATA, 8-3 beeps (alarms), 8-2 CardWare, 8-1 configuring, 8-1 doors, 8-3 eject button, 8-4 flash, 8-3 guide rails, 8-3 icon, on taskbar, 8-2 inserting, in Windows 95 or Windows 98, 8-3...
Page 186 setting, in Windows NT, 3-17 Product Identification Settings, 14-4, 14-5 quick check, battery, 3-8 Quick Controls setting preferences, 11-3 troubleshooting, 15-11 QuickBoot, 14-4 QuickControls initiating from external keyboard, 2-7, 11-4 QuickRestore CD-ROMs, 13-4 real-time clock battery replacing, 13-5 troubleshooting, 15-5 registration for Info Messenger, 13-1 removing...
Page 187: Rated Input Power
ROMPaq, 13-2 software auto insert notification, 3-20 boot management, 4-8 CardWare, 8-1 configuration, diagnostic, and system information, 14-1 Direct Cable Connection, 10-2 HyperTerminal, 6-2, 15-14 Intelligent Manageability, 12-1 MultiBoot, 4-8 MultiMedia, 15-3 MultiMonitor, 2-8 QuickRestore, 13-4 reinstalling, 13-4 RingCentral Fax, 6-2 ROMPaq, 13-2, 13-3 security, 11-1 system ROM, 13-2...
Page 188 system software version numbers, 2-7 displaying in Computer Setup, 13-3 technical support, A-1 temperature delaying charge of a battery pack, 3-7 fault management alert, 12-2 operating environment specifications, storage, for battery pack, 3-16 troubleshooting, 15-21 timeouts defined, 3-16 setting, in Windows 95, 3-16 setting, in Windows 98, 3-16, 3-19 setting, in Windows NT, 3-16 TouchPad...

Compaq Armada M300 Series Reference Manual

Chapter 2 USING the KEYBOARD

Chapter 5 MOBILE EXPANSION UNIT (AVAILABLE on SELECT MODELS )

Chapter 4 UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER

Chapter 6 USING an INTERNALMODEM(AVAILABLE on SELECT MODELS )

Chapter 7 CONNECTING to a LOCAL AREA NETWORK (AVAILABLE on SELECT MODELS )

Chapter 8 USINGPC CARDS

Chapter 9 USINGAUDIO FEATURES

Chapter 11 SECURING the COMPUTER

Chapter 12 INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

Chapter 1 TAKING a LOOK at the COMPUTER

Chapter 14 CONFIGURATION and DIAGNOSTIC UTILITIES

Chapter 15 TROUBLESHOOTING

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

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