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Compaq N400c - Evo Notebook - PIII 700 MHz Reference Manual

Compaq N400c - Evo Notebook - PIII 700 MHz Reference Manual

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Reference Guide
Mobile Expansion Unit
Part Number: 225837-001
April 2001
This guide provides information on installing and operating the
Mobile Expansion Unit with your computer as well as tips on
solving common problems.

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  • Page 1 Reference Guide Mobile Expansion Unit Part Number: 225837-001 April 2001 This guide provides information on installing and operating the Mobile Expansion Unit with your computer as well as tips on solving common problems.
  • Page 2 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Getting Started Identifying the Components..... . . 1–2 Security Cable Slot......1–7 Security Selection Switch .

  • Page 4: Troubleshooting

    Contents A Troubleshooting Using the World Wide Web..... . . A–1 Preparing to Call Technical Support ....A–1 B Specifications Regulatory Agency Series Numbers .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started The Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU) features two MultiBays. Each MultiBay supports one of the following devices: Diskette drive CD drive DVD drive Zip drive Battery pack Hard drive External desktop devices such as a printer, external monitor, external keyboard, or mouse can be attached to the rear panel of the MEU.

  • Page 6: Identifying The Components

    Getting Started Identifying the Components This section identifies the components on the MEU. Front and right side components Front and Right Side Components Component Description Computer tabs Secures the computer to the MEU. Expansion connector Connects the computer to the MEU.
  • Page 7 Getting Started Front and Right Side Components (Continued) Component Description Security cable slot Allows an optional security cable to be attached to the MEU. Docking release button Releases the MEU from the computer by pressing the right side button. MultiBays (2) Each supports a CD or DVD drive, Zip drive, second battery pack, or second hard drive.
  • Page 8 Getting Started Rear and left side components Rear and Left Side Components Component Function Parallel connector Connects a parallel device. Docking connector Connects to an optional docking base. Serial connector Connects a serial device. The computer serial port is disabled when the computer is connected to the MEU.
  • Page 9 Getting Started Rear and Left Side Components (Continued) Component Function AC power connector Connects an external AC adapter. Left acoustic port Enhances bass sound. Stereo speaker Produces sound for multimedia files and system warning beeps. Reference Guide 1–5...
  • Page 10 Docking restraint recess Secures the computer/MEU system in place when docked to an optional Compaq docking base. Security selection switch Prevents the removal of the computer from the MEU while the system (computer and MEU) is docked in a docking base.

  • Page 11: Security Cable Slot

    Security Cable Slot The security cable slot protects the system from theft. Use a security cable, purchased from a Compaq authorized reseller, and loop it around a secured object. Pull the lock through the cable loop and insert the cable into the slot on the MEU. If the cable has a key, use it to lock and unlock the cable.

  • Page 12: Security Selection Switch

    Getting Started Security Selection Switch The security selection switch on the bottom of the MEU prevents the removal of the computer from the MEU while the system (computer and MEU) is docked in an optional docking base. To engage the lock: 1.

  • Page 13: Packing Box Contents

    Hardware Guide, which provides comprehensive information on your computer. Regulatory and Safety Notices guide, which provides governmental agency and safety information on the use of this product. Visit the Compaq Web site at for product http://www.compaq.com news and software updates. Å...

  • Page 14: Connecting And Disconnecting The Computer

    Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Connecting the Computer To connect the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit: 1. Close the computer display. 2. Align the slots on the front of the computer with the computer tabs on the MEU 1 . Lower the computer onto the expansion connector 2 and snap into place.
  • Page 15 Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer ✎ Firmly press down on the rear of the computer to ensure the computer and the MEU are connected. 3. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right and open the computer 2 . Opening the computer display 2–2 Reference Guide...

  • Page 16: Disconnecting The Computer

    Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Disconnecting the Computer To disconnect the computer from the MEU: 1. Close the computer display. 2. Press the docking release button 1 to disconnect the computer from the MEU. 3. Lift the back of the computer to remove it from the MEU 2 . 4.

  • Page 17: Docking And Undocking To A Docking Base

    (computer and Mobile Expansion Unit) can be docked to a docking base. Docking the system to the docking base provides a desktop workstation. Consult the docking base installation guide or your Compaq authorized dealer for more information about docking and undocking. ✎...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Connecting the AC Adapter Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to your equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
  • Page 19 Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Use the AC adapter that ships with your computer. To connect the AC adapter: 1. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the left side of the MEU 1 . 2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter 2 . 3.

  • Page 20: Connecting External Devices

    Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Connecting External Devices To connect devices to the MEU: 1. Turn off power to the computer, MEU, and all devices. 2. Connect external devices to the connectors on the MEU rear panel and turn on power to all devices. ✎...

  • Page 21: Using The Mobile Expansion Unit

    Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices The MultiBays support any combination of the following devices: Diskette drive CD drive DVD drive Zip drive Battery pack Hard drive Ä CAUTION: Static electricity can damage electronic components. Before beginning these procedures, make sure you are grounded (discharged of static electricity) by briefly touching a grounded, unpainted metal object or surface.

  • Page 22: Following Multibay Guidelines

    Using the Mobile Expansion Unit For used battery pack recycling requirements, refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide contained on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with your computer. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the battery pack, do not crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery pack or short the metal contacts.
  • Page 23 These drivers and utilities are available if you are running an operating system preinstalled by Compaq. If you are not running a preinstalled operating system, information on these drivers and utilities is available in the Compaq Operating Systems Installation white paper on the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com...

  • Page 24: Using An Optical Drive

    Using the Mobile Expansion Unit If the computer is attached to the MEU and an optional docking base is not being used, the following guidelines apply for all operating systems: ❏ Operating the system with an optical drive or hard drive in one MultiBay and a SuperDisk LS-120, Zip, or diskette drive in the other MultiBay results in diminished system performance.
  • Page 25 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Ä CAUTION: Before beginning this procedure, turn off the power to your equipment and remove the battery pack. To eject a CD disc manually: 1. Insert a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole and push firmly.

  • Page 26: Using The Stereo Speakers

    Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Using the Stereo Speakers In addition to the computer speakers, the MEU comes with dual stereo speakers and acoustic ports. When the computer is attached to the MEU, the system audio is played through the MEU speakers.

  • Page 27: Using The World Wide Web

    Using the World Wide Web Support services are available on the Internet through the Compaq Support Forum. You can either browse the postings as a guest, or register as a user and submit your own questions. Compaq responds to questions within one business day.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting Printed information from Compaq Diagnostics or a list of the devices and error messages received Configuration settings, including contents of the system files The following tables list possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions:...
  • Page 29 Troubleshooting External Device Connection Problems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution A new device is not The signal cable or Ensure that all recognized as part of power cord of the new cables are properly the computer system. device is loose or and securely disconnected.
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting Optical Drive Problems and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution The system cannot read The optical disc (CD or Eject the disc, press the optical disc. DVD) is not properly down on the disc firmly seated in the drive. to correctly set in the drive, then reload.

  • Page 31: Regulatory Agency Series Numbers

    Specifications This product is a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more Class B information, refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with your computer. Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Regulatory agencies worldwide use agency series numbers for product identification.
  • Page 32 Specifications Agency Series Numbers (Continued) Product Agency Series Number Aircraft Adapter 386504 Modem J07M040.00 Network Interface Card (NIC) U98M010 and U98M008 ✎ This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 VRMs. Mobile Expansion Unit Dimensions Height 0.8 in./20.6 mm...
  • Page 33 Index AC adapter, connecting 2–5 ejecting a CD manually 3–4 AC power equipment connector 1–5 2–6 turning off 2–4 cord 2–6 turning on 2–4 acoustic port 1–2 1–5 expansion connector 1–2 external devices connecting 2–7 bottom components 1–6 operating 2–7 external monitor connector 1–4 cautions CD removal 3–5...
  • Page 34 Index operating external devices 2–7 tabs 1–2 optical drive 3–4 troubleshooting A–1 parallel connector 1–4 undocking 2–4 universal serial bus (USB) connector 1–4 rear components 1–4 regulatory agency series numbers B–1 warnings right side components 1–2 battery pack safety 3–2 computer misuse 1–9 electrical safety 2–5 security cable slot 1–3...

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