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Hardware Guide

2–1

A Look at the Computer

Display Components

Identifying display components

Display components and their functions

Display release latch

Opens the computer.

MultiPort

Supports an optional USB-enabled
wireless device such as a Bluetooth,
802.11 wireless LAN, or PC Smart
Card Reader module.

229045-002.book Page 1 Friday, September 21, 2001 11:16 AM

Summary of Contents for Evo N600c

Page 1: ...art Number 229045 002 November 2001 This guide identifies computer hardware features and provides procedures for using them It also includes instructions for setting up the computer information about connecting external devices and computer specifications ...

Page 2: ...ective companies Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein The information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an...

Page 3: ...ents TouchPad Models 2 3 Pointing Device Components Dual Models 2 4 Top Components Speakers Mini PCI Compartment 2 5 Top Components Lights 2 6 Top Components Buttons Keys Switches 2 8 Left Side Components 2 10 Right Side Components 2 11 Front Panel Components 2 12 Rear Panel Components 2 13 Bottom Components 2 14 Additional Standard Components 2 16 3 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using a Pointing ...

Page 4: ...on Fn F8 3 11 Adjust Screen Brightness Fn F10 3 12 Display System Information Fn esc 3 12 Stretch Text Fn T 3 12 Using the Fn Key Sequentially 3 13 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 3 14 Enabling the Numeric Keypad 3 14 Disabling the Numeric Keypad 3 14 Using Numeric Keypad Keys as Standard Keys 3 15 Enabling the Numeric Keypad at Startup 3 15 Using the Easy Access Buttons 3 16 Using Default Setti...

Page 5: ...W or DVD Power 5 13 Removing a CD CD RW or DVD No Power 5 14 Inserting a Diskette or Disk 5 15 Removing a Diskette or Disk 5 15 Using Drive Media 5 15 Displaying Media Contents 5 15 Initiating Suspend or Hibernation 5 16 6 Audio and Video Using Audio Features 6 1 Identifying Audio Features 6 1 Using the Microphone Jack 6 2 Using the Stereo Speaker Headphone Jack 6 3 Adjusting Volume 6 3 Using Vide...

Page 6: ...ations 7 10 Docking Alternatives 7 10 Connecting an Optional Cable Lock 7 11 8 Hardware Upgrades Adding and Using PC Cards 8 1 Selecting a PC Card slot 8 1 Configuring a PC Card 8 2 Inserting a PC Card 8 3 Removing a PC Card 8 4 Turning Off Power to a PC Card 8 5 Upgrading Memory 8 6 Viewing Memory and Hibernation File Information 8 6 Removing or Inserting a Memory Expansion Board 8 7 9 Specificat...

Page 7: ...ile corruption possible damage to components and ensure that the correct drivers load during initial setup Do not set up the computer while it is docked in an optional docking base Do not remove the battery pack until the computer has been connected to external AC power Run the computer on external AC power not on battery power throughout initial setup ...

Page 8: ...ernal AC power Plug the AC Adapter cable into the DC power connector 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter 2 and into an electrical outlet 3 Power cords and outlets vary by country Connecting the computer to external power 2 Open the computer by sliding the display release latch to the right 1 and raising the display 2 Opening the computer ...

Page 9: ...n the computer When the computer is turned on The power suspend light 2 turns on The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge and the battery light 3 turns on The battery light remains on while the battery pack is charging and turns off when the battery pack is fully charged You are prompted to begin software setup ...

Page 10: ...ftware setup you must complete the entire process Setup time varies by computer configuration If you are prompted to select a language or operating system choose carefully The languages and operating system that you do not choose will be deleted from the system and cannot be restored during initial setup An operating system available during initial setup is enhanced by Compaq When an operating sys...

Page 11: ...ibrate the battery pack Although you can use a new battery pack that has been fully charged to run the computer the amount of charge in the battery pack cannot be reported accurately until the battery pack has been calibrated For calibration information and instructions refer to the battery calibration information included with the computer Set the power switch suspend button or display switch to ...

Page 12: ...ction Read suggestions for creating a safe and comfortable work environment Ergonomic and safety information about the computer is provided on this CD in the Safety Comfort Guide ÅWARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury electric shock fire or damage to the equipment Do not disable the power cord grounding plug It is an important safety feature Plug the equipment into a grounded earthed elect...

Page 13: ...omponents Identifying display components Display components and their functions 1 Display release latch Opens the computer 2 MultiPort Supports an optional USB enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth 802 11 wireless LAN or PC Smart Card Reader module ...

Page 14: ...k components Pointing stick components and their functions 1 EasyPoint IV 3D Pointing Stick Moves the pointer selects and activates 2 Left and right pointing stick buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 3 Scroll pointing stick button Functions like the scroll button on an external mouse ...

Page 15: ...Device Components TouchPad Models Identifying TouchPad components TouchPad components and their functions 1 TouchPad Moves the pointer selects and activates 2 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse ...

Page 16: ...evice components and their functions 1 Pointing stick Moves the pointer selects and activates 2 Left and right pointing stick buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse 3 TouchPad Moves the pointer selects and activates 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse ...

Page 17: ...ntifying the speakers and mini PCI compartment Speakers and mini PCI compartment and their functions 1 Stereo speakers 2 Produce stereo sound 2 Mini PCI personal computer interface compartment Supports an optional modem card combination modem NIC network interface card or other mini PCI card ...

Page 18: ...2 6 Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Top Components Lights Identifying the lights on the top of the computer ...

Page 19: ... critical low battery condition while Hibernation is disabled 5 Battery light On A battery pack is charging Blinking A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low battery condition 6 IDE Integrated Drive Electronics drive light On One of the following drives is being accessed Hard drive in the hard drive bay Optional hard drive CD drive DVD drive Zip drive or SuperDisk d...

Page 20: ...2 8 Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Top Components Buttons Keys Switches Identifying the buttons keys and switches on the top of the computer ...

Page 21: ...spend When slid while pressing the suspend button resets the computer 4 Applications key Displays shortcut menu for item beneath the pointer 5 Display release latch recesses 2 Both recesses secure the display when it is closed The left recess contains the display switch which turns off the computer display if the computer is closed while it is on 6 Microsoft logo key Displays Windows Start menu In...

Page 22: ...etwork models only On The computer is connected to a network Blinking The computer is sending or receiving information through the network 4 USB connectors 2 Connect optional USB devices 5 Exhaust vent Allows airflow to cool internal components ÄTo prevent overheating do not obstruct vents 6 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive 7 PC Card slots 2 Support optional 32 bit CardBus and 16 bit PC...

Page 23: ...components Right side components and their functions 1 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer 2 MultiBay Supports optional MultiBay devices 3 RJ 11 jack internal modem models only Connects the modem cable A modem cable is included with internal modem models ...

Page 24: ...A compliant device for wireless communication 2 Volume buttons 2 Adjust or mute system volume 3 Stereo speaker headphone line out jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones headset or television audio 4 Microphone Inputs single channel sound can be used whether the computer is open or closed 5 Microphone jack Connects an optional single sound channel microphone ...

Page 25: ... device such as a keyboard or mouse To connect a keyboard and a mouse at the same time use an optional Y adapter 3 Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device such as an external diskette drive bay 4 Docking connector Connects the computer to an optional docking base 5 External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector 6 Serial connector Connects an ...

Page 26: ...2 14 Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Identifying bottom components The location of the Certificate of Authenticity label 8 may vary by model and configuration ...

Page 27: ...ot obstruct vents 6 Hard drive bay Secures the primary hard drive in the hard drive bay 7 Modem agency approvals label internal modem models only Lists the countries in which the modem has been approved for use You may need this information to use the modem while traveling 8 Certificate of Authenticity label Contains your Product Key number You may need this number to update or troubleshoot your o...

Page 28: ...ware configuration ordered The following illustration and table identify the standard external components included with most computer models This illustration does not include printed documentation or such components as the hard drive and primary battery pack which ship inside computer bays identified in previous sections Identifying additional standard components ...

Page 29: ...ith internal modem models by region as required Adapts the modem cable to a non RJ 11 telephone jack 4 Network cable network models only Connects the computer to an Ethernet network jack The network cable has an 8 pin RJ 45 connector at each end 5 AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power 6 Weight saver Can replace an optional MultiBay device to protect the MultiBay and reduce computer weight 7 Jap...

Page 30: ... Library CD Contains the following guides Hardware Guide Compaq Utilities Modem and Networking Modem Commands Maintenance Shipping and Travel Troubleshooting Regulatory and Safety Notices Safety Comfort Guide Bag containing 2 spare pointing stick caps pointing stick and dual pointing device models only Replace worn pointing stick cap ...

Page 31: ...ick Models To move the cursor press the pointing stick 1 in the direction you want to move the cursor Use the left 2 and right 3 pointing stick buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse To scroll hold down the scroll 4 button as you move the cursor Identifying pointing stick components ...

Page 32: ...ad TouchPad Models To move the cursor slide your finger across the TouchPad surface 1 in the direction you want to move the cursor Use the left 2 and right 3 TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse Identifying TouchPad components ...

Page 33: ...1 in the direction you want to move the cursor Use the left 2 and right 3 pointing stick buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse Using the TouchPad Components To move the cursor slide your finger across the TouchPad surface 4 in the direction you want to move the cursor Use the left 5 and right 6 TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external m...

Page 34: ...e computer 2 Press F10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation instructions press F1 3 Select Advanced Device Options then press enter 4 Select the Disable Multiple Pointing Devices checkbox then press F10 5 To save your preference s and exit Computer Setup select File Save Changes and Exit then follow...

Page 35: ...ouchPad components Pointing stick To enable only the pointing stick components None To disable all dual device pointing components 5 To confirm your preference press F10 6 To save your preference and exit Computer Setup select File Save Changes and Exit then follow the instructions on the screen Replacing the Pointing Stick Cap 1 Turn off the computer 2 Gently pull off the used pointing stick cap ...

Page 36: ... key that access or execute frequently used system functions A hotkey is a combination of the Fn key and one of the function keys 2 The icons on the function keys F2 F4 to F8 and F10 represent the hotkey functions available on your computer A shortcut key is a combination of the Fn key and a key other than a function key Identifying hotkeys and shortcut keys ...

Page 37: ...n F4 Adjust system volume Fn F5 Fn F5 Initiate Quick Controls Fn F6 Enter power on password Set power conservation level Fn F7 Fn F7 View battery charge information Fn F8 Fn F8 Adjust screen brightness Fn F10 Fn F10 Display system information Fn Esc Fn Esc Stretch text Fn T Fn T The Fn F2 hotkeys can be disabled in Computer Setup For instructions refer to Turn MultiPort Device On or Off Fn F2 late...

Page 38: ...n Key Sequentially later in this section Turn a MultiPort Device On or Off Fn F2 Press Fn F2 to toggle a device in the MultiPort on to send or receive messages or off to conserve power The status light on the device is on when power is on and off when power is off The Fn F2 hotkeys are enabled by default The device in the MultiPort can be set to remain on or off with the Fn F2 hotkeys disabled in ...

Page 39: ...ngs press F10 8 To exit Computer Setup select an exit option from the File menu then follow the instructions on the screen Switch Display and Image Fn F4 Windows 98 with MultiMonitor disabled Windows NT 4 0 or Windows 2000 Professional The Fn F4 hotkeys support external display devices connected through the external monitor connector or the composite video out jack Toggle Fn F4 to switch the image...

Page 40: ...or clear the Mute checkbox Initiate Quick Controls Fn F6 Quick Control security features disable the keyboard and pointing device and clear the display Before you can use the Quick Controls you must set a power on password and select Quick Control preferences For instructions refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide Security section To initiate Quick Controls manually press Fn F6 To exit Qui...

Page 41: ...ull power For information about the custom level refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide Power Management section View Battery Charge Information Fn F8 Press Fn F8 to display charge information about all installed battery packs The display indicates which battery packs are charging and reports the amount of charge remaining in each battery pack Battery pack locations are indicated by number...

Page 42: ...ware components and software version numbers Press Fn esc a second time to remove the system information from the screen The System BIOS date which may display in a decimal format is the version number of the system ROM Stretch Text Fn T Text stretching modes are available whenever MS DOS is running under Windows and the desktop area resolution is set lower than the display resolution Text Stretch...

Page 43: ...ressing Fn and the other key While this feature is enabled Whenever you press the Fn key the computer beeps to indicate that the next key you press will be interpreted as the other key of an Fn command Fn commands can still be entered by simultaneously pressing the Fn key and the other key of the Fn command To enable the sequential feature press the Fn key 5 times A beep confirms that the feature ...

Page 44: ...ons of the keypad keys can still be accessed while the numeric keypad is enabled Enabling the Numeric Keypad To enable the numeric keypad press Fn num lk 2 The num lock light 3 turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled The numeric keypad cannot be enabled while an optional external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer Identifying embedded numeric keypad components Disabling the Numeri...

Page 45: ...abled The numeric keypad can be enabled or disabled with Fn num lk in either startup state To set the computer to start up with the numeric keypad enabled 1 Turn on or restart the computer Press F10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation instructions press F1 2 Select Advanced Device Options then pres...

Page 46: ...s are set up all buttons launch the Internet setup wizard for your operating system After your Internet or network services are set up each button opens your default Web browser and connects you to the default destination represented by the icon on the button Identifying Easy Access buttons Button Name Default Assignment 1 Information Compaq informational Web site 2 Home Personal home page 3 Searc...

Page 47: ...gnments can be grouped into schemes When you select a scheme only the button assignments within that scheme are active Button assignments and schemes can be set up changed or deleted in the Easy Access buttons window To access the window select Start Settings Control Panel Easy Access Keyboard icon For more information about using button assignments and schemes open the Easy Access button window t...

Page 48: ... battery packs A primary battery pack 1 is an 8 cell lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the battery bay A MultiBay battery pack 2 is an optional 6 cell lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the MultiBay Identifying a primary and a MultiBay battery pack Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in a preset sequence determined by location ...

Page 49: ...attery pack in the computer battery bay or the computer MultiBay not in a docking base bay while the computer is connected to an external power source or docked in a docking base Although you can use a new battery pack that has been fully charged to run the computer battery charge displays cannot accurately report the amount of charge in the battery pack until the battery pack has been calibrated ...

Page 50: ... 1 Close the display then turn computer bottom side up 1 2 Remove or insert the battery pack To remove a battery pack slide the battery release latch 2 When the battery pack tilts upward remove it from the battery bay 3 To insert a battery pack slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated 4 Replacing a primary battery pack 3 Turn the computer right side up then open the display 4...

Page 51: ...se the display then turn the computer bottom side up 1 2 Insert or remove the battery pack To remove a battery pack slide the MultiBay release latch 2 on the bottom of the computer then pull the battery pack out of the MultiBay 3 To insert a battery pack slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated 4 Replacing a MultiBay battery pack 3 Turn the computer right side up then open the d...

Page 52: ...rge of a stored battery pack place it in a cool dry place within the following temperature ranges Recycling a Used Battery Pack To determine if a battery pack recycling program is available in your geographical region refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices If your region is not covered refer to Worldwide Telephone Numbers included with the computer to contact a Compaq authorized dealer ...

Page 53: ...y connecting the drive to a USB connector on the computer or an optional docking base For information about connecting a USB drive or an external dis kette drive bay refer in this guide to the Connecting External Devices section The computer has 2 drive bays The hard drive bay supports only a hard drive The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive The MultiBay supports any 9 5 mm...

Page 54: ... drives refer on this CD to the Maintenance Travel and Shipping guide Removing and Inserting a Primary Hard Drive Any 9 5 mm hard drive can be used in the hard drive bay No adapter is required The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive ÄCAUTION To prevent system lockup and loss of information Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay Do not r...

Page 55: ...e 5 3 4 Remove the hard drive retaining screw Removing the hard drive retaining screw 5 With the drive bottom side up slide the bottom half of the front bezel upward to provide a handle Extending the front bezel to provide a handle ...

Page 56: ... 6 To remove a hard drive pull the drive out of the bay Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay 7 To insert a hard drive slide the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated Inserting the hard drive into the hard drive bay ...

Page 57: ...of the hard drive Closing the front bezel of a hard drive 9 If you have inserted a hard drive reinsert the hard drive retaining screw If you removed but did not replace a hard drive put the retaining screw in a safe place Replacing the hard drive retaining screw ...

Page 58: ...Bay hard drive adapter before it can be used in the MultiBay A hard drive assembly a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay adapter is inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay drive Inserting a Hard Drive into a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1 Close the front bezel of the hard drive Closing the front bezel of a hard drive ...

Page 59: ...osition 1 Sliding the adapter selection switches 3 Lower the drive into the adapter 1 then slide the drive connectors on the drive toward the drive connectors in the adapter 2 until the connectors engage and the drive is seated Inserting a hard drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter ...

Page 60: ...5 8 Hardware Guide Removable Drives Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1 Slide the adapter release latch toward the left Sliding the adapter release latch ...

Page 61: ...s of information Windows 98 or Windows NT 4 0 Shut down the computer before removing a hard drive or a Zip drive from the MultiBay Do not remove a hard drive or a Zip drive while the computer is on in Suspend Standby or in Hibernation If you are not sure whether the computer is in Hibernation turn the computer on then shut it down Windows 2000 Professional Before removing any drive stop the drive ...

Page 62: ...display 3 Turn the computer bottom side up 1 4 Slide the MultiBay release latch 2 toward the rear of the computer 5 Pull the drive or drive assembly out of the MultiBay 3 Removing a drive from the MultiBay When no device is in the MultiBay insert the weight saver to reduce computer weight and protect the bay opening The weight saver can be inserted or removed at any time ...

Page 63: ... section Ensure that the hard drive bezel is closed before inserting the hard drive assembly a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter into the MultiBay 2 Turn the computer bottom side up 1 3 With the connector on the drive or drive assembly facing into the MultiBay slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated 2 Inserting a hard drive assembly into the Mult...

Page 64: ... bezel to release the media tray then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Press the disc onto the tray spindle 3 Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc to position it over the tray spindle then press it downward into position 4 Close the media tray Inserting a disc into a CD or DVD drive ...

Page 65: ...lease the media tray then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces To protect the disc place it in a protective case 4 Close the media tray Removing a disc from a CD or DVD drive while power is available ...

Page 66: ...the paper clip until the media tray is released then pull out the tray until it is fully extended 2 3 Remove the disc from the tray 3 If the media tray is not fully extended tilt the disc as you remove it Handle the disc by the edges not the flat surfaces To protect the disc place it in a protective case 4 Close the media tray Removing a disc from a CD or DVD drive while power is not available ...

Page 67: ...ve a diskette or disk from a diskette SuperDisk or Zip drive 1 Press the media eject button on the drive to eject the medium 2 Remove the medium from the drive Using Drive Media Displaying Media Contents When a medium such as a CD CD RW DVD disk or diskette is inserted into a drive the contents of the medium display on the screen if autorun is enabled To display the contents of a medium when autor...

Page 68: ...ibernation while playing any media may result in Anomalous playback after resuming from Suspend or Hibernation An error message denying the initiation of Suspend or Hibernation If Suspend or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while a medium is playing 1 Resume from Suspend or Hibernation by sliding the power switch 2 Restart the computer For more information about Suspend and Hibernation refer ...

Page 69: ...Hardware Guide 6 1 6 Audio and Video Using Audio Features Identifying Audio Features The computer provides the following audio components Identifying audio features ...

Page 70: ... Audio Feature Function 1 Speakers 2 Provide stereo audio playback for multimedia applications When the computer is docked in an optional docking base the computer speakers are disabled and system sound plays through the docking base speakers For more information refer to the documentation included with the expansion base 2 Volume buttons Adjust or mute system volume 3 Stereo speaker headphone lin...

Page 71: ...or best sound quality use 24 32 ohm headphones When an external audio device is connected to the stereo speaker headphone line out jack the computer stereo speakers are disabled Adjusting Volume To adjust volume use any of the following controls Computer volume buttons To increase volume press the right button To decrease volume press the left button To mute or restore volume press both buttons si...

Page 72: ...Supported devices include televisions VCRs camcorders overhead projectors and video capture cards If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions such as playing a DVD movie to a television connect the device audio to the stereo speaker headphone line out jack The computer can support one composite video device connected to the composite video out jack while simultane...

Page 73: ...the video device as instructed in the device documentation 2 Connecting a device to the composite video out jack Changing the Video Mode Color television standard modes vary even within regions However NTSC is common in North America PAL in Europe China Africa and the Middle East NTSC J in Japan and PAL M in Brazil Other South and Central American regions may use NTSC PAL or PAL M The default colo...

Page 74: ...ased Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation instructions press F1 2 Select Advanced Device Options then press enter 3 Enter your preference then press F10 4 To save your preference and exit Computer Setup select File Save Changes and Exit then follow the instructions on the screen ...

Page 75: ...e device manufacturer s Web site To connect both a pointing device and a keyboard to the keyboard pointing device PS 2 connector use a Y adapter A Y adapter can be purchased from most computer or electronics retailers To connect a standard external device to the computer 1 If you are connecting a powered device be sure the device is turned off 2 Connect the device to a jack or connector on the com...

Page 76: ...ression circuitry 1 which prevents interference from TV and radio reception orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer 2 Plug the modem cable into the RJ 11 jack on the computer 2 ÅWARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ 45 jack 3 If you are connecting the cable to a telephone jack that is not an RJ 11 ...

Page 77: ...h end and may contain noise suppression circuitry which prevents interference with TV and radio reception 1 Orient the end of a network cable with noise suppression circuitry 1 toward the RJ 45 jack on the computer 2 Plug the network cable into the RJ 45 jack 2 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a network jack 3 4 Start or restart the computer 5 Connect to the network Connecting a network cabl...

Page 78: ...bay cable to the parallel connector on the computer 1 To disconnect the bay disconnect the cable from the computer When a diskette drive in the external diskette drive bay is being accessed the diskette drive light on the computer turns on 2 Connecting or disconnecting an external diskette drive bay Connecting a USB Device USB Universal Serial Bus is a hardware interface that can be used to connec...

Page 79: ...her to a USB connector on the computer or to a port on a powered hub A USB connector on the computer or a docking base supports USB devices only if the computer is running an operating system that supports USB Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional support USB Windows NT 4 0 does not Some USB devices may require additional support software which is usually included with the device For more infor...

Page 80: ...uter during startup or in a non Windows application or utility enable USB legacy support Enabling USB Legacy Support 1 Turn on or restart the computer then press F10 while the F10 ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen To change the language press F2 For navigation instructions press F1 2 Select the Advanced menu Device Options 3 Select Enable USB legacy suppor...

Page 81: ... is also IrDA compliant Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and require an unobstructed line of sight path Linking to an infrared device The infrared port supports both low speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second Kbps and high speed connections up to 4 megabits per second Mbps Infrared performance may vary depending on performance of infrared peripherals d...

Page 82: ...frared software refer to your operating system Help file To set up infrared devices for optimal transmission Prepare the infrared ports on both devices for transmission Windows 98 Both the computer infrared port and Infrared Monitor Search must be enabled The port is enabled by default each time the computer starts up To enable Infrared Monitor search select the infrared icon in the taskbar Option...

Page 83: ...vement to disrupt the beam Using Suspend with Infrared When Suspend Standby occurs while the infrared port is enabled the performance of each feature is as follows Windows 98 with Infrared Monitor Search enabled You can establish an infrared link The system cannot initiate Suspend Standby User initiated Suspend Standby is not affected Windows 98 with Infrared Monitor Search disabled You cannot est...

Page 84: ...mputer is docked Type III PC Cards which fill both PC Card slots are inserted into the lower PC Card slot The computer should not be docked or undocked while NIC Network Interface Card or USB Universal Serial Bus cables are connected to the computer NIC and USB cables can be connected or disconnected while the computer is docked When the computer is used with an Expansion Base in a vertical stand ...

Page 85: ...use a wireless LAN Local Area Network while the computer is docked in an Expansion Base in a vertical stand install a Compaq 802 11b MultiPort Wireless LAN module in the computer Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object then insert the security cable lock 1 into the security cable slot 2 and lock it with the cable lock key 3 Connecting an optional cable lock ...

Page 86: ...How to Get Information Updates and Help section of the printed Getting Started guide included with the computer Adding and Using PC Cards 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 and 16 bit PC Cards Selecting a PC Card slot PC Cards ar...

Page 87: ...PC Card manufacturer you may not be able to use other PC Cards If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers Install only the device drivers for your operating system Do not install other software such as card services socket services or enablers that may also be supplied by the PC Card manufacturer Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional configur...

Page 88: ... computer before transporting the computer may cause permanent damage to the PC Card connectors 1 Hold the PC Card label side up with the connector facing the computer 2 Gently push the card into the slot until the card is seated Inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot 3 In Windows NT 4 0 with CardWare provided by Compaq restart the computer if you are instructed to do so by the PC Card documentat...

Page 89: ...taskbar then stop the card you plan to remove A message displays when the card can be safely removed Windows NT 4 0 with CardWare provided by Compaq If instructed by the PC Card manufacturer shut down the computer before removing a PC Card 1 Read the preceding caution then stop the PC Card or shut down the computer as required by your operating system 2 To release the PC Card press the PC Card eje...

Page 90: ...stem even when it is not in use To conserve power stop any PC Cards that are not in use Windows 98 Select the PC Card icon in the taskbar then select the PC Card s you want to stop Windows 2000 Professional Select the Unplug or Eject icon in the taskbar then select the PC Card s you want to stop Windows NT 4 0 Remove PC Cards that are not in use ...

Page 91: ...experience problems with Hibernation in any operating system after increasing RAM verify that your hard drive has enough free space for the larger hibernation file To view the amount of RAM in the system Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional Select Start Settings Control Panel Compaq Diagnostics Windows NT 4 0 Select Start Programs Administrative Tools Compaq Diagnostics To view the amount of f...

Page 92: ...damage the equipment and expose you to the risk of electrical shock ÄCAUTION Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before beginning any procedure ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object For more information refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices 1 Shut down the computer If you are not sure whether the computer is of...

Page 93: ... 7 Remove or insert the memory expansion board To remove a memory expansion board a Pull away the retention clips on each side of the board 1 The board tilts upward 2 b Lift the edge of the memory expansion board then gently pull it out of the memory expansion slot Removing a memory expansion board To protect a removed memory expansion board place it in an electrostatic safe container ...

Page 94: ...eyed area in an expansion slot 1 If no other memory expansion board is in the memory expansion compartment insert the board into the lower slot b Press the board into the slot from a 45 degree angle until it is seated then push the board downward 2 until the retention clips snap into place 3 Inserting a memory expansion board ...

Page 95: ...lign the tabs on the memory expansion compartment cover with the cover slots on the computer then tilt the cover downward until it is seated 1 9 Replace the 2 screws securing the cover to the computer 2 Closing the memory expansion compartment ...

Page 96: ...tory 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 use the computer only with the products listed below Product Agency Series Number Computer PP2040 Battery pack PPP2041 PP2081 AC Adapter PPP005 PPP003 Docking bases PP1005 PP1006 PP1007 Automobile Adapter PPP00...

Page 97: ...Width 12 0 in 30 76 cm Depth 9 8 in 25 0 cm Factor U S Metric Temperature Operating 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Nonoperating 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Relative humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Nonoperating 5 to 95 5 to 95 Maximum altitude unpressurized Operating 10 000 ft 3 048 m Nonoperating 30 000 ft 9 144 m ...

Page 98: ...roduct is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase to phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vms Factor Specification Temperatures Operating 32 to 167 F 0 to 75 C Storage 40 to 167 F 40 to 75 C Relative Humidity noncondensing Operating 10 to 90 10 to 90 Storage 5 to 95 102 F 5 to 95 39 C Interfaces Communications connector Standard RJ 11 connector Telephone central office network Internal DAA P...

Page 99: ... Aircraft Power Adapter optional 2 13 altitude specifications 9 2 analog vs digital telephone lines 7 2 application key 2 9 audio devices connecting external 6 2 7 1 Automobile Power Adapter Charger optional 2 13 B battery bay device supported 2 15 location number in battery charge displays 3 11 release latch 2 15 replacing battery pack in 4 3 battery light 1 3 2 7 battery packs calibrating 1 5 ch...

Page 100: ...1 See also power cord cable lock security optional 7 11 calibration of battery packs 1 5 camcorder optional 6 4 7 1 cap replacing pointing stick 2 18 3 5 caps lock light 2 7 card and socket services PC Card 8 2 CardWare Windows NT 4 0 8 2 CD displaying contents of 5 15 inserting 5 12 removing power available 5 13 removing power unavailable 5 14 troubleshooting 5 16 CD drive optional IDE drive ligh...

Page 101: ...ck port cord power 1 2 country specific modem adapter 2 17 D DC cable 2 13 DC power connector connecting AC Adapter to 1 2 devices supported 2 13 device drivers PC Card 8 2 USB 7 4 Diagnostics Compaq 8 6 digital vs analog telephone lines 7 2 dimensions computer 9 2 disk displaying contents of 5 15 inserting into Zip drive 5 15 removing from Zip drive 5 15 troubleshooting 5 16 diskette displaying c...

Page 102: ...displaying contents of 5 15 inserting 5 12 playing to a television 6 5 removing power available 5 13 removing power unavailable 5 14 troubleshooting 5 16 DVD drive optional IDE drive light 2 7 inserting DVD into 5 12 inserting into MultiBay 5 11 locations supported 5 1 removing DVD from power available 5 13 removing DVD from power unavailable 5 14 removing from MultiBay 5 9 See also drives E Easy ...

Page 103: ...on 8 6 See also drives hard drive bay device supported 5 1 IDE drive light 2 7 headphones headset optional connecting 6 3 7 1 stereo speaker headphone line out jack 6 1 Hibernation assigning to display switch power switch or suspend button 1 5 exiting 5 16 file space required on hard drive for 8 6 initiating 1 5 5 16 troubleshooting 5 16 using while playing media 5 16 hotkeys entering commands fro...

Page 104: ...op lights 2 6 top speakers and mini PCI compartment 2 5 infrared linking 7 7 port settings 7 8 using Suspend Standby with 7 9 Internet destinations accessing with Easy Access Buttons 3 16 setup wizard 3 16 IRQs interrupt requests 7 8 J jack composite video out 6 4 connection procedures 7 1 microphone 6 1 PBX 7 2 RJ 11 7 2 RJ 45 7 3 stereo speaker headphone line out 6 1 See also connector port Japa...

Page 105: ...k 2 7 diskette drive 2 7 IDE drive 2 7 network connection 2 10 network speed 2 10 num lock 2 7 power suspend 1 3 2 7 scroll lock 2 7 line out jack stereo speaker headphone jack 7 1 lock security cable optional 7 11 locked system resetting 2 9 LS 120 drive See SuperDisk drive optional M memory expansion board inserting or removing 8 7 memory random access RAM 8 6 microphone jack 6 1 7 1 microphone ...

Page 106: ...tiPort devices supported 2 1 identifying 2 1 turning device on or off 3 8 N network cable 2 17 7 3 card 2 5 connecting to 3 16 7 3 connection light 2 10 connections in docking system 7 10 destinations assigning Easy Access buttons to 3 16 jack RJ 45 jack 7 3 Modem and Networking guide 2 18 speed light 2 10 wireless 2 1 3 8 noise suppression circuitry on modem cable 7 2 on network cable 7 3 Noteboo...

Page 107: ...ointing device dual pointing stick TouchPad models 3 3 3 4 enabling optional non Windows 3 4 pointing stick models 3 1 3 4 replacing pointing stick cap 2 18 setting preferences 3 4 TouchPad models 3 2 3 4 port infrared 7 7 See also connector s jack power connector DC connecting AC Adapter 1 2 devices supported 2 13 power cord 1 2 2 16 power switch default functions 2 9 resetting computer with 2 9 ...

Page 108: ...el 2 15 Setup Compaq Software icon 1 5 shipping the computer battery pack temperature considerations 4 5 Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide 2 18 shortcut keys entering commands from optional external keyboard 3 8 entering commands sequentially 3 13 Quick Reference to commands 3 7 shortcut keys defined 3 6 See also hotkeys hotkeys commands shortcut keys commands shortcut keys commands display sy...

Page 109: ...a 7 9 suspend button default functions 2 9 resetting the computer with 2 9 setting preferences for 1 5 switch display 1 5 2 9 power 1 3 1 5 2 9 See also button s key latch system label 2 15 T telephone jack RJ 11jack 7 2 telephone line analog vs digital 7 2 connecting modem to 7 2 television optional composite video out jack 6 4 connecting audio 6 3 7 1 connecting video 6 4 7 1 playing media to 6 ...

Page 110: ...optional 6 4 7 1 vents 2 10 2 15 vertical stand using Expansion Base in 7 10 video capture card optional 6 4 video devices optional connecting external 6 4 7 1 video out jack composite 6 4 7 1 volume adjusting 2 12 6 3 W weight saver 2 17 5 10 weight computer 9 2 Windows application key 2 9 wireless LAN Local Area Network 802 11 optional 2 1 3 8 Y Y adapter optional 7 1 Z Zip drive optional IDE dr...

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