Compaq Armada 7400 Reference Manual

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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.
  • Page 2 ONTENTS preface chapter 1 Setting Up the Computer...1-1 Charging the Battery Pack for the First Time ...1-2 Connecting the Computer to AC Power ...1-3 Opening the Computer...1-4 Turning On the Computer...1-5 Setting Up the Software ...1-5 Operating the Computer During Setup...1-6 Choosing a Language...1-6 Removing the Operating System ...1-7 Restoring Your Operating System and...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    chapter 3 Keyboard Components ... 3-2 Programmable Keys... 3-3 Using Programmable Keys... 3-3 Assigning Programmable Keys ... 3-4 Unassigning Programmable Keys ... 3-5 Adding Schemes... 3-5 Removing Schemes ... 3-6 Showing the Key Assignments in the System Tray... 3-6 Hotkeys ... 3-7 Switching Displays...
  • Page 4 chapter 5 Leaving On the Computer...5-1 Turning Off the Computer ...5-1 Managing Power ...5-2 Accessing Power Management ...5-2 Power Management Levels ...5-3 Setting the Power Management Level with Power Properties...5-3 Setting the Power Management Level with Computer Setup ...5-4 Suspend ...5-4 Benefits of Using Suspend...5-4 Initiating Suspend ...5-5 Exiting Suspend ...5-6...
  • Page 5 CD-ROM Drives... 6-8 Removing the CD-ROM Drive from the MultiBay ... 6-8 Inserting the CD-ROM Drive into the MultiBay ... 6-9 Working with Compact Discs ... 6-10 Diskette Drives... 6-12 Removing the Diskette Drive from the MultiBay... 6-12 Inserting the Diskette Drive into the MultiBay... 6-13 Working with Diskettes...
  • Page 6 chapter 8 Modem Overview...8-1 Using Modem Software ...8-2 Connecting the Modem in North America, Latin America, or Japan ...8-3 Connecting the Modem in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa ...8-4 Country-Specific Modem Cables...8-5 Using the Modem with a Cellular Phone (North America Only) ...8-6 Using PIN Dialing ...8-6 PIN Dialing When Using a Stored Dial Suffix ...8-7...
  • Page 7 chapter 10 Using Computer Setup... 10-1 Running Computer Setup ... 10-3 Exiting Computer Setup ... 10-3 Running Computer Checkup (TEST) ... 10-4 Running View System Information (INSPECT)... 10-5 Factory Default Settings ... 10-6 Running Compaq Diagnostics ... 10-8 chapter 11 Caring for the Computer ...
  • Page 8 appendix A Preparing for a Technical Support Call ... A-1 Worldwide Telephone Numbers ... A-2 appendix B ... B-1 appendix C Preventing Electrostatic Discharge ... C-1 When Handling Removable Drives ... C-1 When Installing Internal Components... C-1 Grounding Methods ... C-2 appendix D ...
  • Page 9 preface Some or all of the following format conventions are used in this guide to distinguish elements of text: Names of keys are shown in bold type as they appear on the keyboard, for example, Keys that you should press at the same time are represented by the key names and the plus (+) symbol, for example, Commands are presented in lowercase, bold type as shown here:...
  • Page 10 chapter Before you use your computer for the first time, you will have to complete some preliminary setup procedures. This chapter explains how to set up your computer and software, and how to charge your battery. 1. Tilt the computer to access the battery release latch 2.
  • Page 11 4. Remove the label from the battery pack 5. Reinsert the battery pack into the battery bay until it clicks into place The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the computer is connected to external power. Although a new battery pack can be used to power the computer after receiving a partial charge, Compaq recommends that a new battery pack be allowed to fully charge before the computer is disconnected from external power or before the battery pack is...
  • Page 12 Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter. Plug the AC Adapter cable into the power connector on the back of the computer. Plug the other end of the power card into an electrical outlet. In Japan, you must first plug the power cord into the 3-to-2-prong plug adapter included with the computer.
  • Page 13 To open the computer: 1. Slide the two latches located on each side of the display. 2. Lift the display to the desired angle.
  • Page 14 To turn on the computer, slide the power switch and release it. When you begin software setup, online instructions guide you through the setup process. After you begin software setup, you must complete the entire process, which may require up to 20 minutes. Make sure the computer is plugged into an external power source for this process to ensure that software setup is uninterrupted.
  • Page 15 To move around the screen while making selections and entering information: press the key, press the cursor (arrow) keys, or use the pointing device built into the computer keyboard. To save your selections, press the mouse button on the computer keyboard. To restore the screen if it is cleared by the screen saver during a period of keyboard and mouse inactivity, press the For more information about using the built-in pointing device and...
  • Page 16 Be sure to register the computer according to the instructions on the Register Now card included with the computer. To access the Reference Guide online: Select Start Æ &RPSDT Information Center Æ Reference Guide Select 6WDUWÆ+HOSÆ&RQWHQWVÆ5HIHUHQFH Guide...
  • Page 17 Either Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows NT Workstation is preinstalled on the computer. Compaq has enhanced the preinstalled operating systems on the computer to provide you with additional software features and increased computer functionality. Before deleting the operating system preinstalled on the computer, please read the following Caution: In addition to the operating system, Compaq installs other software to provide additional functionality or enhancements.
  • Page 18 chapter This chapter introduces you to the physical components of your computer. The components are identified individually along with brief descriptions. display microphone built-in stereo speakers MultiBay battery bay The monitor that comes attached to the computer. Built-in monophonic microphone for the multimedia sound system.
  • Page 19 infrared port USB port parallel connector docking connector external monitor connector serial connector keyboard/mouse connector power connector Allows wireless communication between the computer and another infrared-equipped device such as a computer or printer. Allows you to attach the computer to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a camera for video.
  • Page 20 display release latch hard drive bay Located on either side of the display and used to open the computer. Slide both display latches forward simultaneously to open the computer. Airflow exhaust used to keep the internal components of the computer cool. The fan will automatically run when needed.
  • Page 21 stereo speaker/headphone jack microphone jack stereo line-in jack security slot for lock RJ-11 jack PC Card slots display release latch Connects external stereo speakers and headphones to the computer. This jack is driven by an amplifier and has volume control. The internal computer speakers are turned off when external speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack.
  • Page 22 volume control suspend button power switch Caps Lock light open the computer. Controls volume to the built-in stereo speakers. Left button decreases volume, right button increases volume. Also controls volume to external speakers or to headphones plugged into the stereo speaker/headphone jack. Toggle that initiates or exits Suspend.
  • Page 23 Continued Scroll Lock light Num Lk light display switch built-in stereo speakers (2) MultiBay drive light battery power light hard drive light power/suspend light left and right pointing device buttons EasyPoint III pointing device Programmable Keys Indicates that Scroll Lock is on, which causes the cursor to scroll by fields rather than by lines.
  • Page 24 memory expansion slot cover battery release latch docking restraint latch recess MultiBay release latch This cover must be removed in order to install an optional memory expansion board. Releases the battery pack from the battery bay. Helps to secure the computer to the desktop expansion base.
  • Page 25 The computer has a tilt feature that allows you to adjust the angle of the keyboard for maximum comfort. To adjust the angle, flip open the tilt feet located on the bottom of the computer until they lock in place. Close the tilt feet to return the keyboard to a horizontal plane.
  • Page 26 chapter You can maneuver through applications on your computer using the keyboard, pointing device, or a combination of both. This chapter explains how to maximize the benefits of each of these features.
  • Page 27 Function keys (F1-F12) Screen control keys Embedded numeric keypad Enter key Cursor keys Ctrl keys Alt keys Fn key Shift key Caps Lock key Tab key Esc key...
  • Page 28 first programmable key second programmable key third programmable key fourth programmable key You can set the four programmable keys to quickly open an application on your computer, bring up a document, or emulate one of the Microsoft Windows and Application Logo keys. By assigning the programmable keys to schemes, you can create multiple sets of key assignments to tailor your computer for various uses or accommodate more than one user.
  • Page 29 To assign or reassign an application to a programmable key, do the following: 1. Access the Programmable Keys utility by selecting Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Keyboard Æ Programmable Keys. 2. Select the programmable key you wish to assign or reassign for the current scheme by selecting its radio button in the Key assignments box.
  • Page 30 To remove a programmable key assignment, do the following: 1. Access the Programmable Keys utility. 2. Select the programmable key you wish to unassign by selecting the appropriate button in the Key assignments group box. To unassign keys in other than the current scheme, select Show Advanced Options and select a different scheme.
  • Page 31 3. Select the Add button.
  • Page 32 4. Type the name of your new scheme in the popup dialog box that appears. 5. Make your programmable key assignments. 6. When the assignments have been made, select OK to exit the utility. To remove a scheme, do the following: 1.
  • Page 33 Switching Displays Adjusting System Warning Beeps Initiating QuickLock/ QuickBlank Accessing Power Management Accessing the Battery Gauge Accessing the Brightness Control Accessing the Embedded Numeric Keypad Stretching Text You can move the hotkey popup window location by pressing Hotkeys work only on the computer keyboard and not on an external keyboard.
  • Page 34 Before QuickLock/QuickBlank can be initiated, a power-on password must be established and QuickLock/ QuickBlank must be enabled through Computer Setup. Press the hotkeys to initiate QuickLock/QuickBlank at any time and from within any application. This hotkey Disables the keyboard and the pointing device. Clears the display.
  • Page 35 Press the hotkeys to adjust the display brightness. Press the right arrow key to increase light intensity; press the left arrow key to decrease light intensity. The embedded numeric keypad is a section of the computer keyboard that converts to a numeric keypad when the number lock function is enabled.
  • Page 36 When running MS-DOS under Windows, the image on the computer display may not fill the screen. To stretch text so that it fills more of the screen, use the keys. Toggle these keys to switch between stretched text mode and regular mode. The default is for Text Stretch to be on. function is available whenever the desktop area resolution is set lower than the resolution of the internal display device (LCD).
  • Page 37 The pointing device performs the same basic operation as a mouse. The EasyPoint III senses finger movement; the device itself does not move. To operate the pointing device: 1. Place your index finger on top of the pointing device 2. Push in the direction you want the cursor to move on the display.
  • Page 38 Two spare pointing device caps were shipped with your computer. If you need to replace the cap: 1. Shut down the computer or exit all applications. 2. Gently pull off the cap. 3. Gently push on the new cap. If the plastic portion underneath the cap comes off, gently push it back on.
  • Page 39: Battery Components

    chapter Your computer can be powered by the included battery pack or an external power source. The battery pack gives you the freedom to carry your computer from place to place while you work, without plugging the computer into an external outlet each time. This chapter identifies the battery components and provides useful information about using the battery pack.
  • Page 40 The battery pack lets you check the remaining charge level before you insert it into the battery bay. To see how much power is left in the battery pack, press the battery gauge . Five battery charge level lights indicate the remaining charge level.
  • Page 41 If the battery pack has not been used for two weeks or more, fully charge the battery before using your computer. To charge the battery pack in the computer, connect the computer to an external power source (optional Automobile/Aircraft Adapter, external AC Adapter, ArmadaStation, Armada MiniStationE/EX, or battery charger).
  • Page 42 If your battery charge display seems to be inaccurate, you may need to recalibrate your battery pack. Check the calibration status of your battery by selecting Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Power Æ Battery Calibration tab. View the battery calibration reports in the Status column.
  • Page 43 When a low battery condition occurs, the computer beeps every 15 seconds and the battery power light blinks. When a low battery condition is reached, save your files and initiate Suspend. You have approximately five minutes to resolve the low battery condition before the computer enters the critical low battery condition.
  • Page 44: Turning Off The Computer

    The following sections show how to resolve a low battery condition: Connecting to an electrical outlet Connecting to the Optional Automobile/Aircraft Adapter Replacing the battery pack Initiating Hibernation or turning off the computer until a power source is available...
  • Page 45 1. Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter. 2. Plug the AC Adapter cable into the power connector on the back of the computer. 3. Plug the other end of the power card into an electrical outlet. In Japan, you must first plug the power cord into the 3-to-2-prong plug adapter included with the computer.
  • Page 46 1. Connect the Automobile/Aircraft Adapter cable to the AC Adapter 2. Plug the AC Adapter into the rear of the computer 3. Connect the cigarette lighter plug to the automobile cigarette lighter receptacle or to the 1-pin aircraft receptacle...
  • Page 47 Connect the 1-4 pin adapter to the cigarette lighter plug , then to the 4-pin aircraft receptacle Leaving the computer connected to the vehicle with the optional Automobile/Aircraft Adapter for an extended period of time when the vehicle is off may deplete the vehicle battery. Depletion occurs regardless of whether the computer is turned on or off.
  • Page 48 Stop working and save your work immediately. 1. Press the suspend button to initiate Suspend. 2. Wait until the power/suspend light flashes. 3. Remove the discharged battery pack. 4. Insert a fully charged battery pack. 5. Press the suspend button again to exit Suspend. 6.
  • Page 49 1. If the computer is turned on, turn it off or press the suspend button. If there is hard drive or diskette activity, Suspend may not occur instantly. 2. Tilt the computer at an angle so you can see the bottom of the computer.
  • Page 50 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery bay with the large label on the battery pack facing up. 2. If the computer is in Suspend, press the suspend button to resume normal operation. When storing the computer for more than two weeks, remove battery packs and store them separately to reduce the discharge rate and increase battery life.
  • Page 51 Battery pack operating time varies depending on the system components, options, and applications being used. You can maximize battery operating time by controlling the energy required by the computer and the energy stored in the battery pack. The display, processor, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, and hard drive components use the majority of battery power.
  • Page 52: Worldwide Telephone Numbers

    To maximize battery pack life: Remove battery packs to reduce the discharge rate when the computer is not to be used for more than two weeks. Select the High level of power management via F10 setup. Initiate Suspend or Hibernation or turn off the computer when not in use.
  • Page 53 chapter This chapter provides helpful information on maintaining and managing battery pack power. You also will find useful information about the Suspend and Hibernation features.
  • Page 54 When you need to leave your computer unattended but you don’t want to turn it off, conserve power by initiating Suspend. Always put your computer in Suspend when a battery pack is your only power source. With a fully charged battery pack, Suspend conserves battery life.
  • Page 55 Select Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Power to view or set the following in Power Properties. If you are using Windows NT, select Compaq Power instead of Power. If you are using Windows 98, select Power Management. Show Suspend on the Start menu or battery meter on the taskbar Set timeouts for drives when using battery power or AC power...
  • Page 56: Using Computer Setup

    To extend the life of your batteries, use the Battery Conservation tab in Power Properties. You can customize the level of battery conservation or use one of four power management levels: High—Select this level for the maximum amount of power conservation possible in an automatic setting.
  • Page 57 Puts the computer to sleep for up to one week with a fully charged battery pack. Uses very little power. Saves your place in your applications. Shuts down most major components such as hard drive, processor, and display. When you initiate Suspend, system information is saved in random access memory (RAM).
  • Page 58 Initiates after five minutes or when a user-selects timeout during normal battery operations. Initiates when the system reaches a critical low battery condition and Hibernation has been disabled. When you close the display while the computer is on, the screen clears, but the computer IS NOT in Suspend.
  • Page 59 When Suspend is initiated, the: Screen clears. Power/suspend light blinks. Computer beeps (six times if system initiated, twice if user initiated). During Suspend the screen is blank. However, unlike a powered-off state, the computer turns back on when the suspend button is pressed.
  • Page 60 Hibernation is a safeguard condition in which all information in system memory is saved to the hard drive and power to the computer is turned off. When you resume your work, your information is returned to the screen exactly where you left off. When Hibernation is initiated, no information is lost.
  • Page 61 Hibernation can be initiated by the user or by the system (computer). Hibernation cannot be initiated when the computer is docked in the ArmadaStation or Armada MiniStation E/EX. User-initiated Hibernation occurs when you press suspend button simultaneously. These keys can be pressed at any time and from anywhere within an application.
  • Page 62 To enable Hibernation, select Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Power Management Æ Hibernation tab Æ on. If you upgrade memory, the computer increases the Hibernation file size to accommodate the additional RAM. When the Hibernation file increases, it requires more hard disk space. Select one of the following methods: If Hibernation was user-initiated or a low battery condition has been resolved, slide the power switch to turn on the computer.
  • Page 63 You can set your own timeout values for individual components of the computer. To set component timeouts, use the following procedure: 1. Access the Power Properties utility. 2. Select the Battery Conservation Settings tab. 3. Set the Battery Conservation level to Custom. 4.
  • Page 64 chapter As you use your computer, you will store all of your data on some type of drive which may include the following removable drives: Hard drive CD-ROM drive DVD-ROM drive Diskette drive SuperDisk LS-120 Your computer is equipped with a convenient MultiBay, which allows you to use the same drive bay for each of the above drives (at separate times).
  • Page 65 Removable drives (hard drive, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, diskette drive, SuperDisk LS-120) are fragile computer components that must be handled with care. Back up the hard drive before removing it. Failure to back up the hard drive can result in loss of information stored on the drive if it is handled improperly.
  • Page 66 Avoid exposing a hard drive to products with magnetic fields such as video and audio tape erasure products, monitors, and speakers. Do not spray the drive with cleaners or expose it to liquids. Avoid exposing the drive to temperature extremes. If a drive must be mailed, ship it in a suitable form of protective packaging.
  • Page 67: Multibay Weight Saver

    When no device is needed in the computer MultiBay, you can insert the MultiBay weight saver to reduce computer weight and to cover the MultiBay opening.
  • Page 68: Hard Drives

    As a precautionary measure, Compaq recommends that you back up all information on the hard drive. Close the display and proceed with the following steps: 1. Save your work, exit all applications, and turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery from the battery bay 3.
  • Page 69 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Place the hard drive in the hard drive tray. 3. Slide the hard drive tray into the hard drive bay until it clicks into place.
  • Page 70 1. As a precautionary measure, Compaq recommends that you back up all information on the hard drive. 2. Turn off the computer. 3. Tilt the computer at an angle so you can see the bottom front of the computer. 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch toward the front of the computer to release the Armada 7300/7400 Hard Drive MultiBay Adapter which accommodates the hard drive.
  • Page 71 1. Turn off the computer. 2. If the hard drive was previously located in the dedicated hard drive bay, remove the hard drive from the hard drive tray. 3. Insert the hard drive into the Armada 7300/7400 Hard Drive MultiBay Adapter with the hard drive label facing down. 4.
  • Page 72 1. Remove any discs from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 2. Close the drive tray. 3. Turn off the computer if you are running a version of Windows 95, 98, or NT 4.0 that was not preinstalled by Compaq. 4. Tilt the computer at an angle so you can see the bottom front of the computer.
  • Page 73 1. Turn off the computer if you are running a version of Windows 95, 98, or NT 4.0 that was not preinstalled by Compaq. 2. Position the drive against the left side of the MultiBay with the drive label facing up. 3.
  • Page 74 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the eject button on the front panel loading tray. 3. Slowly pull out the tray until it is fully extended. 4. Remove the disc from its protective case and place it in the tray, label side up flat surfaces 5.
  • Page 75 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the eject button on the front panel tray. 3. Slowly pull out the tray until it is fully extended. 4. Remove the disc from the tray not by the flat surfaces 5. Place the disc in its protective case. 6.
  • Page 76 1. Remove the diskette from the drive. 2. Turn off the computer if you are running a version of Windows 95, 98, or NT 4.0 that was not preinstalled by Compaq. 3. Tilt the computer at an angle so you can see the bottom front of the computer.
  • Page 77 1. Turn off the computer if you are running a version of Windows 95, 98, or NT 4.0 that was not preinstalled by Compaq.. 2. Position the drive against the left side of the MultiBay with the label facing up. 3.
  • Page 78 The drive stores (writes) information to and reads information from a 3.5-inch diskette. You can use the following diskette capacities: 1.44 megabytes, 720 kilobytes, 1.2 megabytes. 1.44-MB high-density (HD) 1.2-MB high-density (HD) 720-KB double-density (DD) 1. Hold the diskette by the edge covered by the label, label facing 2.
  • Page 79 1 Press the drive button to eject the diskette. 2. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive.
  • Page 80: Drivelock

    chapter Your computer has security features which prevent unauthorized users from accessing your drives. This chapter describes each of these security features. Security features protect your computer and the information stored on it from unauthorized access. DriveLock Prevents unauthorized use of the hard drive when the computer is turned on, restarted, or resumed from Hibernation.
  • Page 81 Login Password (Windows NT only) Used to log in to Windows NT. When combined with the previously mentioned security features, prevents unauthorized users from accessing your hard drive. Disabling devices through Computer Setup Prevents unauthorized use of specified computer components. Security screws Help prevent unauthorized removal of memory expansion boards and hard drives.
  • Page 82: Running Computer Setup

    1. Run Computer Setup. (See the section “Running Computer Setup” in Chapter 10.) 2. Select the System Features icon Æ Security Management box Æ DriveLock tab. 3. In the Current Drive section, select either hard drive bay or MultiBay. 4. In the Drive Protection section, select Set to establish DriveLock protection for the selected hard drive.
  • Page 83 When the DriveLock password prompt displays, enter your user password. If you type the user password incorrectly, you are prompted to reenter it up to two times. After two unsuccessful attempts to unlock a protected hard drive, you must restart the computer. If you forget your user password, you can access your removable hard drive with the master password.
  • Page 84 Once you have enabled DriveLock protection and established user master passwords, you can only change the password after the computer has restarted and the protected hard drive has been unlocked. 1. Turn on or restart the computer and enter your current user password.
  • Page 85 Once you have enabled DriveLock protection and established user and master passwords, you can only delete the passwords after the computer has restarted and the protected hard drive has been unlocked. Removing DriveLock protection deletes both the user password and the master password. 1.
  • Page 86 The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer when it is turned on, restarted, or resumed from Suspend or Hibernation. To set the power-on password: 1. Access Password Properties by selecting Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Passwords. 2.
  • Page 87 The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer when it is turned on, restarted, or resumed from Suspend or Hibernation. To set the power-on password: 1. Run Computer Setup. 2. Select the System Features icon. 3. Select the Security Management menu. 4.
  • Page 88 Once you create a power-on password, you can only change the password after the computer has restarted and you are prompted to enter the current power-on password. To change your password, type in the old password, then enter the new password in the following format: Refer to “Change/Delete Password Symbols”...
  • Page 89 The setup password prevents unauthorized users from changing your computer configuration through Computer Setup. Setup passwords may also be used by network administrators to protect and access the configuration of computers in a network. After you establish the setup password, you must enter it each time you want to change the computer configuration.
  • Page 90 Once you create a setup password, you can only change the password after the computer has restarted and you are prompted to enter the current setup password. To change your password, type in the old password, then enter the new password twice, typing the syntax for your computer keyboard between the passwords.
  • Page 91 The following is the list of countries and keyboard symbols for changing or deleting the setup and power-on passwords. Belgian Danish, German, Italian, Latin American, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish/Finnish, Swiss, Taiwanese French French/Canadian Japanese, Korean, United Kingdom, United States The Quick Controls establish security measures on your computer when it is on but not in use.
  • Page 92 QuickLock/QuickBlank must be enabled before you can initiate the QuickLock/QuickBlank feature with the QuickLock/QuickBlank remains enabled until you disable it. To enable or disable QuickLock/QuickBlank using Windows 95/98/NT: 1. Access Passwords Properties by selecting Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ Passwords Æ Passwords Properties. 2.
  • Page 93 Computer Setup provides a way to disable devices such as the diskette drive, diskette drive boot ability, serial port, infrared port, parallel port, and PC Card slots. Disabling these devices prevents the unauthorized transfer of data using these devices To disable or enable a device: 1.
  • Page 94 The security slot accommodates a cable lock so that the computer can be physically secured to a work area. 1. Loop the cable around a heavy, fixed object to which you want to secure the computer. 2. Insert the cable lock end of the cable through the loop end of the cable.
  • Page 95 chapter The internal modem comes built into some models and is an option for other models. It provides data communications and fax functionality for applications running under Windows 95, Windows 98, and Window NT 4.0. Preloaded software drivers are required for modem operation and allow the modem to easily communicate with software applications.
  • Page 96 To connect the modem to a standard telephone wall jack: 1. Connect one end of the modem cable into the RJ-11 jack on the right side of the computer. The internal modem uses a universal DAA (Direct AccessArrangement) that supports multiple countries. However, some countries may require an adapter to connect the modem to the telephone wall jack.
  • Page 97 After setting up your software, you are ready to start using your modem. In most cases, if you are using communications and fax software, the modem will be controlled by the software and you will not need to use the AT command set. Simply select the internal modem as the preferred communication device in your application.
  • Page 98 5. If you are traveling, select the Change Country button. While traveling, you will be asked to confirm this setting at each reboot. If you have permanently relocated to the country, select the Home Country button, then select the Change Country button.
  • Page 99 You need communications software to operate the modem. Such software issues commands to the modem, including modem connection speed, the number of rings before answering the telephone, listening for a dial tone, and dialing a phone number. For information on controlling the phone dialing sequence, refer to “Dial Modifiers”.
  • Page 100 Some data or fax communications software prompts you for specific information about the model of modem you are using. In this case, if the internal modem is not available as a choice, select one of the following modems: Compaq Modem or Hayes Compatible.
  • Page 101 The internal modem is compatible with the following data and facsimile communications standards: Hayes AT command set (EIA/TIA 602) ITU V.90 (speeds higher than 33600 bps) ITU V.34 Annex (K56flex or 33600 bps) ITU V.34 (28800 bps) ITU V.32 (19200 bps) ITU V.32bis (14400 bps) ITU V.32 (9600 bps) ITU V.23 (1200/75 bps)
  • Page 102: Infrared Connections

    chapter Your computer comes equipped with the following additional features: Audio components, including microphone and speakers Infrared connection capability CardBus PC Card slots Intelligent Manageability software This chapter discusses each of these features in detail.
  • Page 103 The computer has three audio connections: stereo speaker/headphone jack microphone jack stereo line-in jack A mono electret condenser microphone is recommended. Plugging a stereo microphone in the mono microphone jack is acceptable, but the left channel will be recorded on both the left and right channels.
  • Page 104 The computer has both an integrated mono microphone located on the display and an external microphone jack located on the right side of the computer. Use either of these to record sound, enhance an interactive demonstra- tion with high-quality stereo sound, or to take advantage of business programs and presentation software having audio capability.
  • Page 105: Cd-Rom Drives

    The integrated stereo speakers support sound output for WAV file and MIDI playback, and audio from the optional CD-ROM drive. They also support external audio input devices such as a CD player, tape deck, stereo tuner, or wave synthesizer connected to the computer through the stereo line-in jack.
  • Page 106 Controlling the audio volume affects stereo speakers, headphones, and the external speakers connected to the stereo speaker/headphone jack. Volume controls also affect the stereo speakers in the optional desktop expansion base. Control the audio volume using any of the following methods: The volume down and up buttons at the top center of the keyboard.
  • Page 107 Some software applications, such as game programs, include their own volume controls. You may need to adjust the software volume controls to get the desired sound levels. The volume control on the computer overrides all other software volume controls. That is, the volume from the integrated stereo speakers, external speakers, or head- phones will never be louder than the sound level selected using the computer volume control.
  • Page 108 If you are running Windows 95 or Windows 98 to establish an infrared link: Be sure the infrared ports on both computers are turned on and facing each other at a distance no greater than 1.5 feet (about 0.5 meter). Avoid moving the infrared ports away from each other during data transmission.
  • Page 109 There are three PC Card types set by the PCMCIA standards association: Type 1 (3.3 mm), Type 2 (5.0 mm), and Type 3 (10.5 mm). Type II and Type III PC Cards also come in extended PC Cards. The computer supports up to two PC Cards simultaneously: either one Type III card with one Type I or Type II card, or two Type l and Type II cards, in any combination.
  • Page 110 To insert a PC Card into the computer: 1. Open the PC Card door. 2. Hold the PC Card with the label side up. 3. Insert the 68-pin side of the PC Card into the slot, pushing gently.
  • Page 111 If you are running Windows 95 or Windows 98, you do not need to turn off the computer or initiate Suspend before inserting a PC Card. If the computer is turned off or in Suspend, the card is not configured until you turn on the computer or exit Suspend. If you are running Windows NT 4.0 without CardWare provided by Compaq, turn off the computer.
  • Page 112 If you are running Windows 95 or Windows 98, you do not need to turn off the computer or initiate Suspend before removing a PC Card. If you are running Windows NT without CardWare provided by Compaq, you must turn off the computer before removing a PC Card.
  • Page 113: Types Of Pc Cards

    PC Cards are power options in a small form factor. When PC Cards are installed in your computer, they draw power from the system even when they are not in use. If you are running Windows 95 or Windows 98, remove PC Cards when they are not in use to conserve power, or you may turn off power to the PC Card slots through Power Properties.
  • Page 114: Zoomed Video

    The bottom PC Card slot is designed for a Zoomed Video PC Card. Use of Zoomed Video cards is not supported under Windows NT at this time. A Zoomed Video PC Card enables higher overall system performance for full motion video playback. Intelligent Manageability consists of preinstalled software tools for the computer and Compaq servers that assist in tracking, troubleshooting, protecting, and maintaining the...
  • Page 115 A web agent that enables you and your Information Services department to view computer configuration information using web technology may be preinstalled in the computer. To access this feature, select StartÆCompaq Information CenterÆInsight Web Management. If the web agent is not preinstalled, you can download it from the Compaq Internet site at www.compaq.com.
  • Page 116 Diagnostic information—Diagnostics for Windows includes information on hard drives, ports, and video, sound, and other components. This application also allows the user to run multithreaded tests on hardware components. If problems are found, recommendations are provided. All of the above information can be viewed, printed, or saved.
  • Page 117 Alerts can be enabled, disabled, and tested, and software can be set to back up information whenever a hard drive alert occurs. While the computer is connected to a network, alerts pop up on the computer display and are simultaneously reported to the network console.
  • Page 118 Locator browser—searches for the latest device drivers, utilities, ROM images, and other support software on a CD-ROM and at the Compaq Internet site at www.compaq.com. Decision Support—provides detailed information about new drivers, utilities, and software. The information includes descriptions, features, enhancements, dependencies, and necessary upgrades.
  • Page 119 chapter The chapter introduces the Compaq setup and diagnostic utilities. These utilities contain several diagnostic functions that Determine if various computer devices are recognized by the system and are operating properly. Provide information about the system once it is configured. Compaq utilities include the following diagnostic programs: Computer Setup Computer Checkup (TEST)
  • Page 120 Computer Setup provides two methods of viewing the computer’s configuration: by type or connection. The default method for viewing Computer Setup is by type. Categories by Type include: System Features—security, power, boot management Communication—port, modem, other communication devices Storage—storage-related devices such as hard drive or diskette Input Devices—keyboard, mouse, and other input devices Network—network adapter, or other network-related devices...
  • Page 121 Computer Setup contains a group of utilities that give you an overall picture of the computer's hardware configuration and aid in troubleshooting. These utilities also allow you to set custom features, such as security options, power conservation levels, and startup preferences. 1.
  • Page 122 Computer Checkup (TEST) determines whether the various computer components and devices are recognized by the computer and are functioning properly. You can display, print, or save the information generated by Computer Checkup. To run Computer Checkup: 1. Plug the computer into an external power source. (A low battery condition could interrupt the program.) 2.
  • Page 123 The View System Information (INSPECT) utility provides information about the computer and installed or connected devices. You can display, print, or save the information. To run INSPECT: 1. Plug the computer into an external power source. (A low battery condition could interrupt the program.) 2.
  • Page 124 Your computer is shipped with the following default settings: Enable POST Memory Test Keyboard Num Lock Serial/Infrared Ports Serial Port Infrared Port Parallel Port Ethernet Port Modem (availability varies by model and geographic region) Low Battery Warning Beep External Energy Saving Monitor Connected Checked Unchecked...
  • Page 125: Diskette Drives

    Continued Enabled Conservation Level Level Definition High Medium Custom Enable QuickLock/QuickBlank Enable Power-On Password Disable Serial/Infrared Ports Disable Parallel Port Disable PC Card Slots Disable Diskette Drives Disable Diskette Boot While on Battery High Suspend Time: 3 minutes Hibernation Timeout: Immediate Drive Timeout: 1 minute Screen Timeout: 1 minute Suspend Time: 5 minutes...
  • Page 126 Compaq Diagnostics is a utility that inspects computer hardware, internal system temperature, and the SMART hard drive, then displays a prefailure warning message upon detecting a system temperature or hard drive fault. If you are running Windows 95 or Windows 98, access Compaq Diagnostics for Windows by selecting My Computer Æ...
  • Page 127 chapter You may often want to travel with your computer, even if just from room to room. When traveling, you may have to ship the computer to your destination. This chapter provides helpful information regarding care, travel, and shipping. Keep the computer in good condition and working properly by following these guidelines: Keep the computer away from excessive moisture and temperature extremes.
  • Page 128 The computer is designed to run demanding applications that require PC Cards, CD-ROM drives, and large amounts of RAM while maintaining full processor performance. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the computer to feel warm to hot when being used for extended periods.
  • Page 129 Before traveling internationally with the computer: Check local customs regulations for restrictions and requirements on traveling with your computer. Purchase (from a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider) a power cord for the country where you will be using the computer. These power cords are designed to meet the voltage and frequency requirements of each country.
  • Page 130 chapter ROUBLESHOOTING Compaq Info Messenger allows you to set a customized search of the Compaq Internet site. By registering for this utility, you can stay up to date with software and hardware information specific to your system. To access Compaq Info Messenger, go to www.compaq.com and select Info Messenger.
  • Page 131 Have you installed all the needed device drivers? For example, if you are using a mouse, you may need to install a mouse device driver. Have you installed the appropriate printer drivers? While the computer is configured just for you, problems you encounter while working may not be unique.
  • Page 132 Computer does System beeps have been not beep after the turned down. Power-On Self- Test (POST). Internal speaker Volume may be turned does not off or set too low. produce sound when an external audio source is connected to the stereo line- jack.
  • Page 133 No sound from Volume or mixing headphones controls set incorrectly. Sound source not selected. The headphones are connected to the wrong jack. Volume too low Volume or mixing or too loud controls set incorrectly. Troubleshooting Continued Adjust the volume control at the top middle of computer above the keyboard.
  • Page 134 Computer is Battery pack charge is beeping and low. battery power light is blinking. Computer Volume turned down too battery power low. light blinks to indicate low battery condition, but computer does not beep. Battery pack will Battery pack was exposed not charge.
  • Page 135: Operating Temperatures

    Battery charge Battery is exposed to does not last higher temperatures. very long. Battery is exposed to extremely cold temperatures. Battery has partially self- discharged. Battery conservation is disabled or set to drain. An external device is draining the battery. Battery gauge may be inaccurate and require recalibration.
  • Page 136 Drive cannot Disc is not properly seated read a disc. in the drive. Disc is loaded in the loading tray upside down. Disc has a scratch on its surface. CD-ROM drive Drive is not connected or DVD-ROM properly. drive is not detected by the computer.
  • Page 137 Drive cannot Diskette is not formatted. write to a diskette. Diskette is write- protected. Writing to the wrong drive. Not enough space is left on the diskette. Drive is disabled. Disable diskette write ability is turned on. Troubleshooting Format the diskette: If you are using Windows 95: 1.
  • Page 138 Accessing System entered information on Hibernation due to low- the hard drive is battery condition and is much slower now exiting from it. than usual. Hard drive does Hard drive is not seated not work. properly. Errors occur Additional hard drive has after starting not been specially from an...
  • Page 139 Cannot The appropriate software communicate is not running on both with another computers. computer The other computer does not have an IrDA- compliant infrared port. Your Compaq computer uses the IrDA communications protocol. The pathway between the infrared ports is obstructed, one port is more than 30 degrees (plus or minus 15...
  • Page 140 Cannot transmit Direct sunlight, data fluorescent light, or flashing incandescent light is close to the infrared connections. There is interference from other wireless devices. There is a physical obstruction in the way. One of the units was moved during data transmission.
  • Page 141 Screen is blank A screen timeout has been and keyboard is initiated.. working. QuickLock/QuickBlank has been initiated Embedded Num Lock function is not numeric keypad turned on on computer keyboard is disabled. Modem loses The cable connection connection. from the phone line to the modem is loose.
  • Page 142 Characters are There is noise in the garbled/transfer telephone line. rates are slow. Phone line Hang-up Delay noise causing a S Register (S10) set disconnection. too low. Continued Check your telephone and modem cable connections. If they are a little loose, they can cause noise on the line.
  • Page 143 No dial tone Phone service is not connected to the tele- phone wall jack. The modem is not responding to com- mands from the com- puter keyboard. Speaker Control AT Com- mand (ATM) is set to 0. Troubleshooting Continued Verify that service from the local phone company by following these steps: 1.
  • Page 144 Modem does Line conditions in your not connect at area or in the area you highest speed. are calling may not support the highest connect speeds. Another device on your telephone line may be causing interference. The service or site called does not support 56K or supports an incompatible 56K...
  • Page 145 Computer does PC Card is not inserted not beep when properly. a PC Card is inserted. Speakers are turned off or volume is turned down. PC Card slots are disabled. PC Card or card driver is not PCMCIA compliant. Computer The computer beeps beeps only once to indicate that a...
  • Page 146 PC Card drivers PC Card slots are fail with error disabled. messages during system restart. Network PC Necessary drivers are Card does not not installed (turned on). work. PC Card is not fully inserted or is upside down. Network PC Card or driver is not PCMCIA compliant.
  • Page 147 Storage PC SRAM and flash memory Card does not PC Cards require the work. memory card driver to be loaded. You are trying to access the storage PC Card using the wrong drive letter. The PC Card is not formatted. The card is not supported.
  • Page 148 Computer will Battery is discharged and not turn on. computer is not connected to a power source. Battery is discharged and cables to the external power source are unplugged. Computer Computer initiated turned off Hibernation because of a while it was left critical low battery unattended.
  • Page 149 Characters on Computer is in direct computer dis- light. play are dim. The brightness control is not set properly. You may have a screen saver or screen blanking utility installed. Screen timeout was initiated. System initiated Suspend after a user-defined timeout expired.
  • Page 150 External device The operating system connected to a limits external devices USB connector connected by USB to two does not work. tiers which can include no more than two hubs on the first tier and no more than one keyboard and one pointing device on the first or second tier.
  • Page 151 appendix If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in Chapter 12 and the online Troubleshooting help, you may need to call technical support. To receive the fastest possible solution when you call, follow the instructions in Chapter 10 to run the Compaq diagnostics utilities and have the following available when you call: The computer...
  • Page 152 Locate your geographical area in the following table and use one of the telephone numbers for Compaq assistance General Information Numbers—Product information, technical assistance, and the location of your nearest Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Technical Support Numbers—Hardware technical support in analyzing system configuration and diagnostic problems or troubleshooting.
  • Page 153 Belgium / Luxembourg Compaq Care Center General Fax Infoline (resellers, brochures) QuickLine (BBS) Order Software Backup Order Software Backup by Fax Brazil General Information Canada General Information Technical Support* Customer Support* Order Software Backup* Battery Pack Recycling* Caribbean General Information Technical Support Chile General Information...
  • Page 154 Denmark General Information Technical Support Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa Technical Support and Information Technical Support Fax Ecuador General Information Finland General Information Technical Support* QuickLine (BBS) France General Information Technical Support Germany Hotline Hotline Fax Infoline Infoline Fax QuickLine FaxPaq Order Software Backup*...
  • Page 155 Israel General Information Technical Support PaqFax Italy Presales Information* Technical Support Order Software Backup* Japan General Information* Technical Support* Windows 95 Support* Order Software Backup * FaxStation Korea Product Information Customer Support Malaysia General Information Technical Support Mexico General Information Technical Support PaqFax Continued...
  • Page 156 Netherlands General Information Customer Support* Fax* QuickLine Bulletin Board New Zealand General Information Norway General Information Technical Support Poland General Information Technical Support Portugal General Information Technical Support Russia General Information Technical Support PaqFax Singapore General Information Customer Support Center PaqFax South Africa General Information...
  • Page 157 Sweden General Information Technical Support PaqFax (hämtfax) QuickLine (BBS) Switzerland General Information Technical Support QuickLine Bulletin Board Order Software Backup Taiwan General Information Technical Support Thailand General Information United Arab Emirates (Dubai) General Information United Kingdom General Information FaxPaq QuickLine Bulletin Board United States Product Information* Technical Support*...
  • Page 158 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, use your portable computer only with the products listed below:...
  • Page 159 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 160 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 161 Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: EN55022 (CISPR 22)—Electromagnetic Interference EN50082-1 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4)—...
  • Page 162 This computer is compliant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star Computers Program 2.0. The EPA Energy Star logo does not imply endorsement by the EPA. As an Energy Star Partner, Compaq Computer Corporation has determined the product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 163 If you were not provided with a power cord for your computer or for an AC power accessory intended for use with your computer, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in your country. The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label.
  • Page 164 Laser Type: Wave Length: Divergence Angle: Output Power: Polarization: Numerical Aperture: 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 165 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 166 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 167 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 Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a terminal loop which is used by the device to prevent overloading.
  • Page 168 AUSTEL Terms of Service. The Compaq Armada 7000 Series II (Series 577) modem is intended for use in the Compaq Armada 7400 Family of Personal Computers. For the purposes of BABT approval, the Compaq Armada 7000 Series II modem is classified as a host-independent...
  • Page 169 The following information characterizes the requirements of the host system in order to maintain the reliable use of the Compaq Armada 7000 Series II (Series 577) modem: The fax/voice modem requires a power supply voltage of 5VDC ± 5%, 12VDC ± 5%, or -12VDC ± 5%. The host computer must provide a maximum of 950 mW (U.K.) from the +5VDC power supply, and a maximum of 50 mW from the -12VDC power supply and the +12VDC...
  • Page 170 This is not a fault, and we advise you not to call the Fault Repair Service. The Compaq Armada 7000 Series II (Series 577) modem specified in this guide is for the Compaq Armada 7400 Family of Personal Computers.
  • Page 171 This apparatus has been approved for the following facilities: Simple modem Facsimile Telephone answering machine functions Speakerphone functions Automatic call initiation Detection of initial proceed indication Automatic dialing Tone detection of busy tone, dial tone, or number unobtainable tone Auto clear from the call origination end Loop disconnect (pulse) dialing Multifrequency (tone) dialing Any other usage will invalidate the approval of the apparatus if, as...
  • Page 172 Difficulties may occasionally be experienced from other apparatus connected to the BT PSTN via the Compaq Armada 7000 Series II modem apparatus. Such difficulties may include the following: Difficulty in making calls Problems in telephone conversion being experienced by both parties to the call If the above mentioned difficulties are experienced, please contact your product supplier or your authorized Compaq reseller in the...
  • Page 173 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
  • Page 174 1. Het modem is geschikt voor aansluiting op het openbare geschakelde telefoonnetwerk en op (analoge) telefooncentrales binnen bedrijven en instellingen. 2. De aansluitfactor is een waarde die wordt toegekend aan alle apparaten die op het openbare telefoonnetwerk kunnen worden aangesloten. Met deze waarde kan worden berekend hoeveel apparaten maximaal parallel kunnen worden geschakeld.
  • Page 175 Dieses Gerät ist mit einem 2-adrigen Anschlußkabel mit TAE- Stecker ohne Kodierung N oder F ausgestattet. Es ist zum Betrieb als einzige Endeinrichtung am Netzanschluß vorgesehen. Der Stecker kann in F-kodierte und N-kodierte Anschlußdosen gesteckt werden. Das Gerät hat keine weiterführenden Sprechadern. Weitere Endeinrichtungen, die sich an dem Telefonanschluß...
  • Page 176: When Installing Internal Components

    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. To prevent electrostatic damage to removable drives, observe these precautions: Before handling a removable drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface or lug nuts on the...
  • Page 177: Grounding Methods

    Use nonmagnetic tools. Before touching an electronic component, discharge static electricity by one of the grounding methods described later in this appendix. If you must leave the area during installation, remember to reground yourself before resuming installation. Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible.
  • Page 178 appendix The following guidelines provide a safe operating environment for your computer. Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative Humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum Altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Operating Voltage Operating Current Operating Frequency Range This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms.
  • Page 179: Checklist For Solving Problems

    AC Energy Saver, 5-2 accuracy battery gauge, 4-3 adapter, 4-6 AC Adapter, 1-3, 4-5 automobile/aircraft, 4-6 adjusting computer using tilt feet, 2-9 airport security, 11-2 Armada 7000 Series II Modem, 8-2 Armada 7300/7400 Hard Drive MultiBay Adapter, 6-1 Asset Management, 9-14 asset tag number, 9-14 changing, 9-14 AT commands, 8-1, 8-7...
  • Page 180: Exiting Computer Setup

    damage, preventing from electrostatic discharge, C-1 internal components, C-1 removable drives, C-1 default settings, computer, 10-6 deleting, 7-9, 7-11 passwords, 7-11 power-on password, 7-9 setup password, 7-11 user password, 7-6 diagnostics, 10-1, 10-4, 10-8 digital line, 8-3 disabling, 5-8, 7-13, 9-12 devices, 7-14 Hibernation, 4-4, 5-8 keyboard and pointing device, 3-8...
  • Page 181: Keyboard Components

    hard drive, 5-7 inserting into hard drive bay, 6-5 inserting into MultiBay, 6-7 problems, 12-8 removing from hard drive bay, 6-4 removing from MultiBay, 6-6 hard drive bay, 2-1, 6-3 hard drive boot sequencing, 10-2 hard drive problems, 12-8 headphone jack, 2-4 Hibernation benefits of using, 5-7 exiting, 4-4...
  • Page 182: Programmable Keys

    master password, 7-2 deleting, 7-6 microphone, 9-3 jack, 2-4 microphone jack, 9-2 modem compatibility, 8-10 connecting, 8-3 overview, 8-1 problems, 12-11 register cellular, 8-9 software, 8-2 modem cable country-specific, 8-5 mouse buttons, 2-7 mouse/keyboard connector, 2-2 MultiBay, 6-6 MultiBay weight saver, 6-3 number, serial, A-1 numeric keypad, 3-2, 3-9 accessing, 3-9...
  • Page 183: Rear Components

    rear components, 2-2 regulatory notices, B-1 release latch battery, 2-8 display, 2-3 MultiBay, 2-8 removable drives, C-1 caring for, 6-2 MultiBay weight saver, 6-3 using, 6-1 removing, 3-6, 6-3, 9-11 CD-ROM drive, 6-8 compact disc, 6-11 diskette, 6-15 diskette drive, 6-12 hard drive from hard drive bay, 6-4 hard drive from MultiBay, 6-6 PC Card, 9-11...
  • Page 184 turning off computer, 5-1 twenty-five pin connector, 2-4 types of PC Cards, 9-8 typographical conventions, xiii Unimodem, 8-2 USB port, 2-2 USB problems, 12-19 user password, 7-2, 7-6 deleting, 7-6 Index View System Information (INSPECT), 10-5 volume, 9-5 weight saver, MultiBay, 6-3 Windows, 5-3 Windows 95, 1-7, 3-7, 5-2, 7-7, 7-13, 9-6, 9-10, 10-1, 10-8...

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