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Reference Guide
Compaq Armada 100S Series
First Edition June 2000
Part Number 198212-001
Compaq Computer Corporation
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- Page 1 Notice The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.
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Page 2: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter introduces the features and components of the notebook and tells you how to get the notebook up and running. Features Your notebook incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact notebook-sized package. Among the distinguished features are: Support for AMD K6-2+ microprocessor Provides an advanced central processor for excellent ability of code execution. - Page 3 Other basic components of the notebook system are: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB (Megabytes) diskette drive ATA3 IDE hard drive, Ultra DMA-33/66 supported 24X CD-ROM drive 32MB or 64MB of system memory, expanding up to 160MB or 192MB SDRAM with a 128-MB memory module upgrade (model dependent) Internal 128KB L2 cache memory Color TFT or HPA display (model dependent) Notebook keyboard...
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Page 4: Taking A Look At The Notebook
Taking a Look at the Notebook Right-Side View 1. Hard Drive Inside is the hard drive of your notebook, often referred to as drive C. (See “Hard Drive” in Chapter 2 for more information.) 2. Infrared Port This infrared port complies with IrDA 1.1 and ASK standards. It allows you to connect your notebook to an IR device wirelessly. -
Page 5: Left Side View
Left-Side View 1. Cable Lock Anchor This rectangular hole can be used as an anchor point for a security cable. Use a cable to lock your notebook to an appropriate location for security. 2. Power Button Pressing this button turns the notebook power ON or OFF. 3. -
Page 6: Rear View
5. Battery Pack Inside is the battery pack, which supplies power to your notebook when external power is not connected. (See Chapter 3 for more information.) Rear View 1. Microphone Connector ( Connects to an external microphone for use in place of the notebook's built-in microphone. - Page 7 7. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port ( This 6-pin mini-DIN port is for connecting a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. 8. Power Connector ( This is for connecting the AC adapter. Getting Started...
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Page 8: Front View
Front View 1. Display Latch The display latch keeps the notebook firmly closed. To open the computer, press the display latch toward the right, then lift the display. 2. Diskette Drive This is the 3.5-inch diskette drive of your notebook, often referred as drive A. (See “Diskette Drive”... -
Page 9: Top-Open View
Top-Open View 1. Display This is the display of your notebook. CAUTION: Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when it is closed as this can damage the display. 2. Indicators Panel These are the indicators that show the status of your notebook. AC Power Indicator Turns on when the notebook is using AC power. - Page 10 Battery Charge Indicator Lights green when the battery is fully charged with the AC adapter connected. Lights orange when the battery is being charged. Blinks red when the battery is low. CD-ROM Drive In-use Indicator turns on when the notebook is accessing the CD-ROM drive.
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Page 11: Getting The Notebook Running
Getting the Notebook Running Connecting to AC Power 1. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the power connector Ê on the rear of the notebook. 2. Plug the AC cord Ë into the AC adapter and into the an electrical outletÌ. When the AC adapter is connected, the indicator on the AC adapter lights up, indicating that power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your notebook. -
Page 12: Using Battery Power
Using Battery Power When the AC adapter is not connected, you can use battery power. To assure optimum battery life, fully charge and discharge the battery at least once and then fully charge the battery before you first use battery power. (For more information on using battery power, see Chapter 3.) Starting Up The notebook starts up with an operating system preinstalled on the hard drive, a... - Page 13 NOTE: To avoid viruses brought in by diskettes, boot the system from the hard disk instead of a diskette. If you must boot up from drive A, make sure the booting diskette is clean. Booting with Windows 98 The notebook comes to you with the operating system preinstalled. During the software installation process, you will be prompted to provide additional information.
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Page 14: Turning Off The Notebook
Turning Off the Notebook CAUTION: Never turn off the notebook when the hard drive In-use Indicator is on. You may lose your data by doing so. 1. If you are using a program, save your data and exit the program. 2. -
Page 15: Using The Notebook
Chapter 2 Using the Notebook This chapter provides operating basics on the notebook’s components such as the diskette drive, hard drive, CD-ROM drive, keyboard, and TouchPad. It also introduces power management and gives you tips in care and maintenance. Diskette Drive Your notebook comes with a diskette drive designated as drive A. -
Page 16: Inserting And Ejecting Diskettes
Inserting and Ejecting Diskettes To insert a diskette, hold it with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it clicks into place. To eject a diskette, make sure that the diskette drive in-use indicator is off, then press the eject button on the drive. -
Page 17: Hard Drive
Hard Drive Your notebook comes with a hard drive designated as drive C. A hard drive, also called a fixed disk, is a storage device with non-removable, rotating, magnetic storage platters. Compared with a diskette, a hard drive can retrieve and record data much faster and has a much larger storage capacity. - Page 18 Use the following procedure to insert or remove a CD-ROM. 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Push the eject button Ê and the CD-ROM tray will slide out. If the tray only slides out partially, gently pull it until fully extended. 3.
- Page 19 Keyboard Your notebook keyboard has all the functions of a standard AT-enhanced keyboard plus some keys specific to your notebook. Function Keys and Hotkeys On the top row of the keyboard are the function keys: [F1] to [F12]. Function keys are multi-purpose keys which perform functions defined by individual programs.
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Page 20: Special Keys
Special Keys Several keys are added such as the [Ctrl], [Alt], [Esc], and lock keys for special purposes. When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators will light. [Num Lock] Pressing this key toggles the Num Lock on and off. When on, the Num Lock activates the numeric keys. -
Page 21: Windows 95 Keys
Windows 95 Keys ÿ On the Windows 95 keyboard, you can find one Windows Logo key ( ) and one Application Logo key ( ). The two keys are used with other keys to perform software-specific functions. (See your Microsoft operating system manual.) Fn Key The [Fn] key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with other keys to perform alternative functions. -
Page 22: Using The Touchpad
TouchPad Your notebook integrates a TouchPad pointing device, compatible with the Microsoft Mouse and PS/2-type mouse, which allows you to take advantage of software that requires or recognizes a pointing device. Using the TouchPad Placing and Moving the Finger To use the TouchPad, place your thumb or forefinger on the TouchPad. The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display. -
Page 23: Drag And Drop
Drag and Drop You can execute commands or move files by using “drag and drop”. In drag and drop, you activate a file by pointing to it and clicking. However, when you click the button, you do not release the button but instead hold it down. You can then drag the active file around the screen by moving your finger around the pad. -
Page 24: Manual Power Management
Global Power Management Global Power Management automatically puts the notebook into suspend mode when the notebook is inactive for a period of time, called “time-out.” The notebook will wake up whenever an activity is detected (e.g. pressing a key). The time-out settings for suspend mode can be set up in the Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) program. -
Page 25: Taking Care Of Your Notebook
Taking Care of Your Notebook Maintenance Avoid placing the notebook in a location subject to high humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust. Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when it is closed as this may damage the LCD. -
Page 26: Battery Operations
Chapter 3 Battery Operations This chapter provides information on using the battery to get optimal performance when operating your notebook on battery power. AC Adapter CAUTION: 1. The AC adapter is designed for use with your notebook only. Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter. -
Page 27: Recharging The Battery Pack
Battery Pack The battery pack supplies power to your notebook when external power is not available. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter. Recharging the Battery Pack To recharge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the notebook and an electrical outlet. - Page 28 3. First push away the small locking latch (Figure 3-1 Œ) on the battery pack, then slide the locking latch (Figure 3-1 •) on the side of the notebook to unlock and lift (Figure 3-1 Ž) the battery pack out of the compartment. 4.
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Page 29: Problem Solving
Important Notes on Using a Battery Pack Recharging and Discharging Recharging will not start if the battery’s temperature is below 0 C (32 F) or above 45 C (113 F) for NiMH batteries and 40 C (104 F) for Li-ion batteries. Also, during recharging, the recharging will stop if the battery’s temperature gets above 60 C (140 F). -
Page 30: Operating And Handling
Operating and Handling Avoid removing the battery pack while it is in use. If you need to replace the battery pack, make sure you have saved your information and connected the notebook to AC power. Leave the battery pack in place unless you are replacing it. If you remove the battery pack, keep it away from conductors such as metals and water. -
Page 31: Low Battery Signals And Actions
Low Battery Signals and Actions Low Battery occurs when the battery has approximately 10% of its charge remaining. The notebook gives warning beeps and the battery charge indicator ) blinks red to alert you to take action. Immediately save your data upon the Low Battery warning. The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the notebook: if you are using the audio subsystem, PC Card, hard or diskette drives, the battery may quickly deplete its charge. -
Page 32: System Expansion
Chapter 4 System Expansion This chapter introduces the optional devices for your notebook provide instructions on how to install some of the devices. External Connections Connectors on the rear and side panels of the notebook allow you to connect external devices. See Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-3 for connector locations and the descriptions that follow. -
Page 33: Connecting An External Keyboard
Connecting an External Keyboard If you want the benefits of a full-size keyboard, you can connect a PS/2-compatible keyboard to your notebook. When an external keyboard is connected, you can use both the external keyboard and notebook keyboard at the same time. -
Page 34: Connecting An Infrared Device
Connecting a Serial or Parallel Device On the rear of the notebook, you can find a serial port (COM1), marked as and a parallel port, marked as serial mouse or modem, or a parallel device such as parallel printer, respectively. In addition to following the instructions supplied with the device, take note of the following: To use a serial device, make sure the “COM Ports”... -
Page 35: Internal Installation
Internal Installation Installing a PC Card PC Cards, available in the market, provide various functions. Examples are memory cards, fax/modem cards, and PCMCIA Type III 1.8-inch hard drive. Contact your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller for a list of third party PC Cards qualified for this notebook. -
Page 36: Notebook Upgrade
See the documentation supplied with your PC Card for further instructions. Notebook Upgrade You can upgrade your notebook by adding memory for a maximum of 160MB (for 32MB models) or for a maximum of 192MB (for 64-MB models). However, to avoid damage during the installation procedure, follow the instructions included with the notebook or consult your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller for help. -
Page 37: Setup Configuration Utility
Chapter 5 Setup Configuration Utility This chapter provide instructions on how to configure your system using the Setup Configuration Utility (SCU). Introduction The SCU program allows you to configure the system BIOS settings. Those settings are vital for your notebook to identify the types of installed devices as well as to utilize special features. -
Page 38: Moving Around And Making Selections
Startup Memory Disks Floppy Drive A = 1.44 Mb Floppy Drive B = None Hard Drive C = 2067 MB Hard Drive D = 0 MB Hard Drive E = 0 MB Hard Drive F = 0 MB Serial Port 1 = COM1, 3F8, IRQ 4 640 KB Serial Port 2... - Page 39 For most items, simply move the pointer with the TouchPad/mouse and left-click on the intended item. To cancel your selection, click the right button. For some items, you will need to select with the arrow keys. Setup Configuration Utility...
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Page 40: Using The Keyboard
Using the Keyboard Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. You can also use the shortcut key, which is highlighted in a different color on the screen. Described below is the general procedure to complete a setting by use of the keyboard: 1. -
Page 41: Date And Time
The following tables describe in sequence all the items of the Startup menu. Date and Time The “Date and Time” item sets the system date and time. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Hour Month Minute Year... -
Page 42: Set Admin Password
Set Admin Password This item lets you set up administrator-level password. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Enter old ADMIN password: Enter new ADMIN password: Verify new ADMIN password: ..[X] Boot System [X] Enter SCU You can directly enter the new password if no password has previously existed. -
Page 43: Memory Menu
The procedure to set up the user password is the same as “Set Admin Password”. NOTE: 1. You can not set up the user password unless the administrator password has been set up. 2. If both the administrator and user passwords are set up, only one password is required to boot the system. -
Page 44: Disks Menu
Disks Menu The Disks pull-down menu contains settings which configure the diskette drive and hard drive of your system, as well as a “Virus Alert” option. Disks Internal FDC Diskette Drives Internal HDC IDE Settings _ Virus Alert The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Disks menu. Internal FDC The “Internal FDC”... - Page 45 IDE Settings The “IDE Settings” item sets the type of the hard disk drive in your system. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) Standard ( ) Fast PIO ( ) Multiword DMA ( ) Ultra DMA-33/66 The “HDD Timing”...
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Page 46: Components Menu
Components Menu The Components pull-down menu, as shown below, allows you to change the settings for various components. Components COM Ports LPT Port Keyboard Numlock Keyboard Repeat The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Components menu. COM Ports The “COM Ports”... -
Page 47: Keyboard Numlock
LPT Port The “LPT Port” item sets the settings of LPT port. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) None ( ) LPT1, Addr 378, IRQ7 ( ) Bidirectional (PS-2) ( ) LPT2, Addr 278, IRQ5 ( ) Enhanced Parallel (EPP) ( ) LPT3, Addr 3BC, IRQ7 ( ) Extended Capabilities (ECP) Your system supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) standards which turn the standard parallel port into a high speed... -
Page 48: Power Menu
Keyboard Repeat The “Keyboard Repeat” item sets the repeat rate and delay time of key strokes. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) 2 cps ( ) 6 cps ( ) 10 cps ( ) 15 cps ( ) 20 cps ( ) 30 cps... -
Page 49: Video Timeout
NOTE: Some operation systems, such as Windows 98, have built-in APM/ACPI configurations which could possibly override these settings. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Video Timeout: Disk Timeout: Global Timeout: Monitor Video Activity: Suspend Timeout: Suspend-to-disk: The followings describe in sequence all the items of this submenu. -
Page 50: Suspend Timeout
Suspend Timeout The “Suspend Timeout” item sets the time-out period for the system to enter suspend mode if it is not in use during the pre-set period. The Suspend mode is determined by the “Suspend Type” item in the “Suspend Controls”... -
Page 51: Power Button Function
Suspend Controls The “Suspend Controls” item lets you micromanage several suspend features. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Power Button Function: Power On/Off Lid Switch Function: ( ) Suspend To Disk ( ) Suspend To RAM The followings describe in sequence all the items of this submenu. - Page 52 Resume Timer The “Resume Timer” item sets the date and time the system will resume from suspend mode. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Alarm Resume: Disabled Resume Month Resume Day Resume Hour Resume Minute 0 The default setting is Disabled.
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Page 53: Exit Menu
Exit Menu The Exit pull-down menu, as shown below, displays ways of exiting SCU. After finished with your settings, you must save and exit SCU so that the settings can take effect. Exit Save and Reboot Exit (No Save) Default Settings Restore Settings Version Info Descriptions of the Exit choices are:... -
Page 54: How To Install The Drivers
Chapter 6 Software Drivers and Utilities This chapter provides installation instructions on required drivers and useful programs for Microsoft Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional systems. Descriptions of available options are also provided, so that you can utilize the feature functions of your notebook. NOTE: 1. - Page 55 d:\Win98\Bridge\Via\Setup\setup.exe.” Click on the Setup.exe file and installation will start. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, you will not need to install this driver. Installing the IRQ Driver This driver is to ensure better system resource management and that no IRQ conflict will occur.
- Page 56 NOTE: According to dual-view specification, you will find two unidentified monitors on your device list after installing the VGA driver. You have to manually adjust your monitor type as laptop 1024X786 (13.3" panel) or 800X600 (12.1" panel). Installing the VIA Audio Driver The audio driver enables your notebook to produce realistic sound effect.
- Page 57 When prompted for optional search locations, select “specify a location only,” then click Next. Browse to d:\Win2000\Audio\Via\Viaudio.inf. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Restart your notebook when installation is complete. Installing the Askey MDC (Modem) Driver This driver allows you to take advantage of the modem card. For Windows 98, follow these installation steps.
- Page 58 NOTE: Installation of this driver is NOT recommended for non-Japanese operating systems. For Windows 98 --> d:\Win98\3mode\Via\Via3mfd.inf To install under Windows 98: 1. From the Start button, click SettingsàControl Panel (otherwise, this can be achieved by using the right click of My Computer and selecting Properties). 2.
- Page 59 4. Select the “Driver” tab, then click the "Update Drivers” button. Click Next to begin the installation dialog. 5. Click on Next and select "specify a location.” 6. When prompted for a location, browse to d:\Win2000\3mode\Via\. Click OK. 7. Ensure that "Install one of the drivers" is checked, then click Next. 8.
- Page 60 HIBERNAT Utility NOTE: Select the suspend-to-disk option in the SCU and reboot the notebook to find out if the suspend-to-disk partition is already created. If it is not created or if there is an insufficient size, you will get an error message. The HIBERNAT.EXE utility program allows you to create the suspend-to-disk partition in your hard drive, which is required for the Suspend-to-Disk function of your notebook.
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Page 61: Specifications
Appendix A Specifications NOTE: The specifications are subject to change without notice. Notebook, Memory, and Main Components System Processor AMD K6-2+ series processor Note: For the latest information on the processor supported by your notebook, ask your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller. 64MB or 32MB SDRAM on-board, expandable to192 or 160MB with one 3.3V 144pin-DIMM of SDRAM module (model dependent) Cache Memory... -
Page 62: Interfaces And Controllers
Interfaces and Controllers VGA Controller High performance flat panel CRT/LCD VGA controller, supports TFT/DSTN LCD panel, AGP 2X mode, up to 1024 x 768 (XGA) resolution Parallel Port Standard/ECP/EPP parallel communication interface with a DB-25 female connector Serial Ports COM1 and COM2 assigned to two of the followings: RS-232C communication interface with a 9-pin D-type shell connector Fax/Modem Card IrDA 1.0/ASK communication interface... -
Page 63: Troubleshooting Approach
Appendix B Troubleshooting This appendix is designed to help you find and solve minor problems that you may encounter using the notebook. Troubleshooting Approach The problems that you might encounter can be divided into two basic categories: hardware and software. Hardware problems can be further divided into being of an electrical or a mechanical nature. - Page 64 Problem: The screen is blank. Press the spacebar to see if any power management feature has blanked the screen to save power. If the AC power indicator is not on, check the electrical outlet, the plugs and power cords. If you are using a battery pack, make sure it has a charge remaining, and that it is installed correctly.
- Page 65 For safety reasons, several factors can stop the recharging, e.g., when the battery's temperature gets above 40 C (104 F) or the recharging time exceeds 4 hours. To avoid problems caused by the temperature factor, make sure the battery does not get too hot. To avoid problems caused by the time factor, you are advised to keep the notebook power off during recharging.