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Hardware Guide
Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 265656-001
June 2002
This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware
features, including connectors for external devices. It also
includes power and environmental specifications, which may be
helpful when traveling with the notebook.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Guide Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 265656-001 June 2002 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features, including connectors for external devices. It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with the notebook.
  • 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 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 Identifying External Hardware Display Components ......1–1 Pointing Device Components..... . 1–2 TouchPad Models .
  • Page 4 Contents 2 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Pointing Devices ....... 2–1 Pointing Devices on TouchPad Models Only .
  • Page 5 Contents Calibrating a Battery Pack ..... . . 3–12 When to Calibrate ......3–12 How to Calibrate .
  • Page 6 Contents 5 Audio and Video Adjusting Volume ......5–1 Using the Volume Buttons ....5–1 Using the Volume Control Icon.
  • Page 7 Contents Increasing Memory ......7–4 Displaying Memory Information....7–4 Removing or Inserting a Memory Board.

  • Page 8: Identifying External Hardware

    Identifying External Hardware Display Components Display Components Microphone Inputs single-channel sound. MultiPort Supports an optional USB-enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth MultiPort, 802.11b Wireless LAN MultiPort, and future wireless technologies. Display release latch Opens the notebook. Hardware Guide 1–1...

  • Page 9: Pointing Device Components

    Identifying External Hardware Pointing Device Components TouchPad Models Pointing Device Components: TouchPad Models TouchPad Moves the cursor. Can be set to perform additional mouse functions such as scroll, select, and double-click.* Left and right TouchPad Function like the left and right buttons buttons on an external mouse.

  • Page 10: Dual Device Models

    Identifying External Hardware Dual Device Models Pointing Device Components: Dual Device Models Pointing stick Moves the cursor and selects and activates items on the screen. Left and right pointing-stick Function like the left and right buttons buttons on an external mouse. TouchPad Moves the pointer.

  • Page 11: Top Components

    Identifying External Hardware Top Components Power Lights Top Components: Power Lights AC Adapter light On: AC power is being supplied through the AC Adapter. Power/standby light On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. Battery light On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition.

  • Page 12: Keyboard And Drive Lights

    Identifying External Hardware Keyboard and Drive Lights Top Components: Keyboard and Drive Lights Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the internal keypad is on.* Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. IDE (Integrated Drive On: One of the following drives is Electronics) drive light being accessed: ■...

  • Page 13: Power And Volume Controls

    Identifying External Hardware Power and Volume Controls Top Components: Power and Volume Controls Display switch* Turns off the notebook display if the notebook is closed while it is on. Power button* When the notebook is: ■ Off, briefly press to turn on the notebook.

  • Page 14: Easy Access Buttons And Keyboard Keys

    Identifying External Hardware Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys Top Components: Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys Easy Access Buttons (4) Provide quick access to Internet or network destinations, or to software applications or data files on a drive. The icon on each button represents the default destination.

  • Page 15: Function And Keypad Keys

    Identifying External Hardware Function and Keypad Keys Top Components: Function and Keypad Keys Function keys (12) Perform system and application tasks. For example, in Windows and many applications, pressing opens a Help file. When combined with the key, the function keys through through perform...

  • Page 16: Front Panel Components

    Identifying External Hardware Front Panel Components Front Panel Components Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound. Hardware Guide 1–9...

  • Page 17: Rear Panel Components

    Identifying External Hardware Rear Panel Components Connectors Rear Panel Components: Connectors Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer. External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. USB connectors (2) Connect optional USB devices. DC power connector Connects an AC Adapter or an optional DC Cable, Aircraft Power...

  • Page 18: Vent, Port And Jacks

    Identifying External Hardware Vent, Port and Jacks Rear Panel Components: Vent, Port and Jacks Vent (1 of 3) Allows airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. Do not allow a hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a fabric, such as bedding or clothing, to block airflow.

  • Page 19: Left Side Components

    Identifying External Hardware Left Side Components Left Side Components Microphone jack Connects an optional single-sound channel microphone. Audio-out jack Connects optional headphones, a headset, or powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card.

  • Page 20: Right Side Components

    Identifying External Hardware Right Side Components Right Side Components Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Vent (1 of 3) Allows airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. Do not allow a hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a fabric, such as bedding...

  • Page 21: Underside Components

    Identifying External Hardware Underside Components Memory and Mini PCI Compartments Underside Components: Memory and Mini PCI Compartments Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots for PC21000-compliant memory boards. As shipped, the memory compartment may contain 1 or 2 memory boards. Mini PCI (peripheral Supports an optional mini PCI board component interconnect) such as a modem board.

  • Page 22: Bay Components

    Identifying External Hardware Bay Components Underside Components: Bay Components Hard drive bay retaining Secures the primary hard drive in the screw hard drive bay. Battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Battery bay recess Provides a grip area for removing a primary battery pack from the battery bay.

  • Page 23: Vent And Docking Components

    Identifying External Hardware Vent and Docking Components Underside Components: Vent and Docking Components Vent (1 of 3) Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow.

  • Page 24: Labels

    You may need this information to use the wireless device while traveling. Serial number* Identifies the notebook. You will need this number if you call Compaq customer support or download software from the Compaq Web site. *The appearance and position of labels varies by model.

  • Page 25: Additional Standard Components

    Identifying External Hardware Additional Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by geographical region and the notebook hardware ordered. The following illustrations and tables identify the standard external components included with most notebook models. ✎ These illustrations do not include printed documentation, supplementary software, or drives.

  • Page 26: Cord And Cables

    Identifying External Hardware Cord and Cables Additional Standard Components: Cord and Cables Power cord* Connects the AC Adapter to an AC electrical outlet. Modem cable Connects the modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter. ✎ The modem cable has a 6-pin RJ-11 telephone connector at each end.

  • Page 27: Adapters And Accessories

    Identifying External Hardware Adapters and Accessories Additional Standard Components: Adapters and Accessories AC Adapter* Converts AC power to DC power. Country-specific modem Adapts the modem cable to a adapter (included by region non-RJ-11 telephone jack. as required) Japan-specific outlet Connects the AC Adapter to a adapter (Japan only) 2-prong electrical outlet.

  • Page 28: Pointing Devices And Keyboard

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Pointing Devices Pointing Devices on TouchPad Models Only To move the cursor, sometimes called the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface 1 in the direction you want to move the cursor. If the cursor continues to move after you release the TouchPad, wait a few seconds and the cursor will stop moving.

  • Page 29: Pointing Devices On Dual Device Models Only

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Pointing Devices on Dual Device Models Only The notebook is set at the factory to enable you to use the pointing stick and TouchPad components interchangeably. For information about disabling some or all dual device components, refer to “Enabling or Disabling Dual Device Components,”...
  • Page 30 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Enabling or Disabling Dual Device Components All dual device components are set at the factory to work interchangeably. For example, you can move the cursor with either the pointing-stick or the TouchPad. You can set the notebook to respond to some, none, or all dual device components through the operating system.

  • Page 31: Setting Pointing Device Preferences

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Setting Pointing Device Preferences The TouchPad and the dual pointing device are supported by the mouse software in the operating system. To access the custom mouse settings available through the operating system: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >...

  • Page 32: Hotkeys

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys key 1 and one of the Hotkeys are preset combinations of the function keys 2 . The icons on the function keys through through represent the hotkey functions available on your notebook. Identifying hotkeys Hardware Guide 2–5...

  • Page 33: Hotkey Quick Reference

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Hotkey Quick Reference The following table identifies the hotkey functions set at the factory. For information about changing the functions of the hotkeys, refer to “Hotkey Commands,” later in this Fn+F2 Fn+F3 section. Default Function Hotkey Turn a device in the MultiPort on or off.

  • Page 34: Hotkey Commands

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Hotkey Commands Turn a MultiPort Device On or Off (Fn+F2) hotkeys are set at the factory to turn a device in the Fn+F2 MultiPort on or off. When a device in the MultiPort is off, press the hotkeys to Fn+F2 turn the device on.
  • Page 35 Pointing Devices and Keyboard hotkeys are enabled by default, but can be disabled in Fn+F2 Computer Setup. The device in the MultiPort can be set to remain on or off while the hotkeys are disabled. Fn+F2 hotkeys preferences are set in Computer Setup. Computer Fn+F2 Setup is a non-Windows utility.
  • Page 36 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Initiate Standby (Fn+F3) hotkeys are set at the factory to initiate Standby. Fn+F3 ■ When the notebook is on, press the hotkeys to initiate Fn+F3 Standby. When Standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved.
  • Page 37 Pointing Devices and Keyboard ■ Composite video (televisions, camcorders, VCRs, and video capture boards with composite-video-in jacks) ■ DVI-D (external monitors that support the DVI-D interface) Decrease Brightness (Fn+F7) Press the hotkeys to decrease the brightness of the Fn+F7 notebook screen. Decreasing brightness conserves power. Increase Brightness (Fn+F8) Press the hotkeys to increase the brightness of the notebook...

  • Page 38: Easy Access Buttons

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Easy Access Buttons The 4 Easy Access buttons enable you to access an Internet or network destination or a software application or data file on a drive with a keystroke. Using the Default Settings Until your Internet or network services are set up, all buttons launch an Internet setup wizard.
  • Page 39 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Changing the Default Email Application The Easy Access Email button and the mail buttons in your Internet browser launch whatever email application has been set as the default. To change the default email application in Internet Explorer: ■...

  • Page 40: Using Custom Assignments And Schemes

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using Custom Assignments and Schemes An Easy Access button can be assigned to an Internet or network destination or to any software application or data file on a drive. For example, an Easy Access button can be assigned to open your Internet browser to a favorite Web page or to open an application, such as Microsoft Word, or a document, such as an Excel worksheet, on a notebook or network drive.

  • Page 41: Keypads

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Keypads The notebook has an internal numeric keypad and supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Using the Internal Keypad The notebook keyboard contains 15 keys that can be used like the keys on an external keypad.
  • Page 42 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Turning the Internal Keypad On and Off 1 on the When the internal keypad is off, press Fn+num lk notebook to turn the internal keypad on. When the internal keypad is on, press on the notebook (or the num lock Fn+num lk key on an external keypad) to turn the internal keypad off.

  • Page 43: Using An External Keypad

    Pointing Devices and Keyboard Switching Key Functions on the Internal Keypad You can temporarily switch the functions of keys on the internal keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the key or the Fn+shift combination. ■...
  • Page 44 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Turning Num Lock Mode On or Off as You Work To turn num lock on or off on an external keypad as you work, press the key on the external keypad (not the internal num lk keypad).

  • Page 45: Battery Packs

    Battery Packs Running the Notebook on Battery Power When the notebook is connected to external AC power, the notebook runs on AC power. When a charged battery pack is in the notebook and the notebook is not connected to external AC power, the notebook runs on battery power.

  • Page 46: Identifying Battery Packs

    Battery Packs Identifying Battery Packs The notebook supports up to 2 battery packs: ■ A primary battery pack 1 is an 8-cell lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the battery bay. One primary battery pack is included with the notebook. ■...

  • Page 47: Inserting Or Removing A Primary Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated 1 .

  • Page 48: Inserting Or Removing A Multibay Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated 1 .

  • Page 49: Charging A Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Charging a Battery Pack All battery packs inserted into the notebook charge whenever the notebook is connected to external power. External power can be supplied through an AC Adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. ✎ An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can be used to run the notebook, but cannot be used to charge a battery pack.

  • Page 50: Charging A New Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Charging a New Battery Pack Fully charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to AC power through the AC Adapter. A new battery pack that has been partially charged, but not fully charged, can run the notebook, but battery charge displays may be inaccurate.

  • Page 51: Monitoring The Charge In A Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Obtaining Accurate Charge Information To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays: ■ Allow a battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it. ■...
  • Page 52 Battery Packs Interpreting Charge Displays Most charge displays report battery status in both percent and time. ■ The percent indicates the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. ■ The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level.

  • Page 53: Displaying Charge Information On A Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Displaying Charge Information on a Battery Pack You can determine the percent of a full charge remaining in a battery pack that is not inserted into the notebook by using the battery Quick Check feature. MultiBay battery packs have battery Quick Check.

  • Page 54: Managing Low-Battery Conditions

    Battery Packs Managing Low-Battery Conditions Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be changed in the Power Options window of the operating system. The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Preferences set in the Power Options window do not affect lights.

  • Page 55: Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

    Battery Packs Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Ä CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition (1 percent of a full charge) and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until Hibernation is complete. Hibernation is complete when the power/standby light turns off. When External Power Is Available Select 1 of the following options: ■...

  • Page 56: Calibrating A Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Calibrate an in-use primary or MultiBay battery pack whenever battery status displays seem inaccurate or whenever the battery pack has not been used for 1 month or more. It should not be necessary to calibrate any battery pack, even if it is heavily used, more than once a month.

  • Page 57: Discharging The Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Discharging the Battery Pack The notebook must remain on while the battery pack is being discharged. The battery pack can discharge whether or not you are using the notebook, but will discharge faster while the notebook is in use. ■...

  • Page 58: Recharging The Battery Pack

    Battery Packs 3. Use the drop-down lists to set the 4 options in both columns to Never. 4. Select the OK button. 5. Disconnect the notebook from the AC power source, but do not turn off the notebook. 6. Run the notebook on battery power until the battery pack is fully discharged.

  • Page 59: Battery Conservation Procedures And Settings

    Battery Packs Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings Using the battery conservation procedures and settings described below extends the time that a battery pack can run the notebook from a single charge. Conserving Power as You Work To conserve power as you use the notebook: ■...

  • Page 60: Selecting Power Conservation Settings

    Battery Packs Selecting Power Conservation Settings To set the notebook to conserve power: ■ Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion. To access screen saver settings: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >...

  • Page 61: Storing A Battery Pack

    Battery Packs Storing a Battery Pack If a notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store any battery packs. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. High temperatures, which may be present in parked cars or some workplaces, accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored battery pack.

  • Page 62: Disposing Of A Used Battery Pack

    ■ In Europe, dispose of or recycle battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to Compaq, your authorized Compaq partners, or their agents. ■ In other regions, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers...

  • Page 63: Drives

    Drives Adding a Drive to the System Removable drives enable you to store and access data. A standard removable drive can be added to the system by inserting the drive into the notebook or an optional port replicator. A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB connector on the notebook or a port replicator.

  • Page 64: Understanding Drive Terms

    Drives Understanding Drive Terms Terms for Types of Drives A drive that can be inserted or removed from the notebook or an optional port replicator is a standard removable drive. A drive that can be inserted or removed from a MultiBay is a MultiBay drive.

  • Page 65: Caring For Drives

    Drives Caring for Drives Drives are fragile notebook components that must be handled with care. The following cautions apply to all drives at all times. Cautions that concern specific procedures are included with the procedures provided later in this section. Ä...

  • Page 66: Using The Ide Drive Light

    Drives Using the IDE Drive Light The IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) light turns on when any type of drive except a diskette drive is being accessed. Identifying the IDE drive light 4–4 Hardware Guide...

  • Page 67: Removing And Inserting A Multibay Drive

    Drives Removing and Inserting a MultiBay Drive Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter A hard drive must be inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter before it can be used in the MultiBay. A hard drive assembly (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay adapter) is inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay drive.
  • Page 68 Drives 2. Lower the drive into the adapter 1 , then slide the drive connectors on the drive toward the drive connectors in the adapter 2 until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Inserting a hard drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter 4–6 Hardware Guide...
  • Page 69 Drives Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1. Slide the adapter release latches on the front and rear of the adapter toward the outside of the adapter. Sliding the adapter release latches Hardware Guide 4–7...

  • Page 70: Removing A Drive From The Multibay

    Drives 2. Gently disengage the drive connectors 1 by sliding the drive toward the front of the adapter. 3. Remove the drive from the adapter 2 . Removing a hard drive from a MultiBay hard drive adapter Removing a Drive from the MultiBay Ä...
  • Page 71 Drives 1. If the drive has a media tray, remove the media, then close the tray. 2. Stop the drive as instructed in the preceding caution. 3. Slide and hold the MultiBay release latch 1 toward the front of the notebook as you pull the drive or drive assembly (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) out of the MultiBay 2 .

  • Page 72: Inserting A Drive Into The Multibay

    Drives Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 1. Before inserting a hard drive into the MultiBay, insert the drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter as described earlier in this section. (No other type of drive requires an adapter.) 2. With the connectors 1 on the drive or drive assembly (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) facing into the MultiBay, slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated 2 .

  • Page 73: Inserting And Removing Drive Media

    Drives Inserting and Removing Drive Media Inserting a CD or DVD 1. Be sure the notebook is on. 2. Press the media release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 .

  • Page 74: Removing A Cd Or Dvd (With Power)

    Drives Removing a CD or DVD (With Power) If power is available: 1. Be sure the notebook is on. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2 .

  • Page 75: Removing A Cd Or Dvd (Without Power)

    Drives Removing a CD or DVD (Without Power) If the notebook is turned off or if no power is available, the release button on the drive will not work. To remove a disc from an optical drive without using the release button: 1.

  • Page 76: Inserting A Diskette Or Disk

    Drives Inserting a Diskette or Disk To insert a diskette or disk into a diskette, SuperDisk, or Zip drive, gently push the medium, label side up, into the drive until it clicks into place. The media eject button extends when the medium is correctly inserted.

  • Page 77: Using Drive Media

    Drives Using Drive Media Avoiding Standby and Hibernation Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible video degradation and loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate Standby or Hibernation while using drive media. Turn off a drive medium before initiating Standby or Hibernation. A drive medium is any storage device that can be inserted into drive;...
  • Page 78 Drives Setting Autorun Preferences Autorun is enabled or disabled through the operating system: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional: 1. Double-click the My Computer icon on the Desktop. 2. Select the Tools menu > Folder Options > File Types tab. 3. Scroll through the list of items in the Registered File Types list, then select a file type;...

  • Page 79: Caring For Drive Media

    Drives Displaying the Contents of a Medium If autorun is disabled and the contents of a medium are not displayed when you insert it, you can display the contents manually: 1. Select Start > Run, then type: explorer x: (where = the drive designation of the drive containing the medium).

  • Page 80: Finding More Drive Software Information

    Drives Finding More Drive Software Information All the software you need to play, create, or copy to or from drive media, including all the types of CDs and DVDs supported by the notebook, is included with the notebook. In addition, you can use security utilities to disable or partially disable most drives.

  • Page 81: Audio And Video

    Audio and Video Adjusting Volume Volume can be adjusted by using the volume buttons, the Windows volume control icon, or the volume adjustment available within some applications. For information about application volume features, refer to the application documentation. Using the Volume Buttons To adjust volume using the volume buttons: ■...

  • Page 82: Using The Volume Control Icon

    Audio and Video Using the Volume Control Icon In Windows 2000 Professional, the Windows volume control icon is displayed on the taskbar. To display the icon in Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices >...

  • Page 83: Using The Internal Speakers

    Audio and Video Using the Internal Speakers The internal speakers play sound in stereo from applications, the operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other sources. If an external device, such as a headset, is connected to the audio-out jack, sometimes called the line-out jack, the internal speakers are disabled.

  • Page 84: Using The Internal Microphone

    Audio and Video Using the Internal Microphone The internal microphone has a standard sensitivity of -45 decibels. For best sound quality, use the internal microphone only while the notebook display is open. Identifying the internal microphone 5–4 Hardware Guide...

  • Page 85: Connecting An Audio Device

    Audio and Video Connecting an Audio Device Identifying Audio Jacks The notebook has 2 audio jacks: ■ The microphone jack 1 supports a single-sound channel (monaural) external microphone. (The microphone built into the notebook is the internal microphone.) ■ The audio-out jack 2 , sometimes called the line-out jack, connects a headset, headphones, or powered stereo speakers.

  • Page 86: Using The Microphone Jack

    Audio and Video Using the Microphone Jack When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a single-sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A monaural electret condenser microphone is recommended. ■ If you connect a stereo microphone, left channel sound will record on both channels.

  • Page 87: Connecting A Video Device

    Audio and Video Connecting a Video Device S-Video and Composite-Video Connections A video device, such as a television, camcorder, or VCR, may have an S-video-in jack or a composite-video-in jack. ■ The S-video-out jack on the notebook or on an optional port replicator supports any video device with an S-video-in jack 1 .

  • Page 88: Connecting An S-Video Device

    Audio and Video Connecting an S-Video Device Connecting the Audio The S-video-out jack supports video signals only. If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions, such as playing a movie from a DVD to a television, you will need a standard audio cable available from most television, computer, or electronics retailers.

  • Page 89: Turning A Video Device On And Off

    Audio and Video Turning a Video Device On and Off When an S-video or composite-video device is on, an image is displayed. When the device is off, an image is not displayed. A device that is connected to the system can be turned on or off 3 ways: ■...

  • Page 90: Changing The Color Television Format

    Audio and Video Changing the Color Television Format Color television formats are ways that television audio and video signals are sent and received. To send signals between the notebook and a television, both the notebook and the television must be using the same color television format. The NTSC format is common in the United States, Canada, Japan, and South Korea.

  • Page 91: Finding Cd And Dvd Software Information

    Audio and Video Finding CD and DVD Software Information All the software you need to play, copy, or create audio and video CDs and DVDs is included with the notebook. For information about using audio and video software, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, “CD and DVD Software”...

  • Page 92: External Device Connections

    External Device Connections Connecting a Standard Device The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. ■ For information about installing or loading any software required by the device, refer to the device documentation, the operating system Help files, or the device manufacturer’s Web site.

  • Page 93: Connecting A Usb Device

    External Device Connections Connecting a USB Device USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect external devices such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the notebook or an optional port replicator.

  • Page 94: Using A Usb Device

    External Device Connections Using a USB Device USB devices function in the system the same as comparable non-USB devices, with 1 exception: By default, USB devices do not function unless an operating system that supports USB is loaded. Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home, and Windows XP Professional support USB.

  • Page 95: Linking To An Infrared Device

    External Device Connections Linking to an Infrared Device The notebook is IrDA-compliant and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. The IrDA connection speed standard is 4 megabits per second (Mbps). The infrared port supports low-speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second (Kbps) as well as high-speed connections up to 4 Mbps.

  • Page 96: Setting Up An Infrared Transmission

    External Device Connections Setting Up an Infrared Transmission For information about using infrared software, refer to the operating system Help files. To set up infrared devices for optimal transmission: ■ Prepare the infrared ports on both devices for transmission. (The notebook infrared port is fully enabled whenever the notebook is on.) ■...

  • Page 97: Connecting An Optional Cable Lock

    External Device Connections Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then insert the security cable lock 1 into the security cable slot 2 and lock it with the cable lock key 3 . Connecting an optional cable lock Finding Communication and Security Information For information about modem or network connections, refer on...

  • Page 98: Hardware Upgrades

    The hardware upgrade area is English-only. Or, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. For information about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide.

  • Page 99: Configuring A Pc Card

    Hardware Upgrades Configuring a PC Card Ä CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■...

  • Page 100: Stopping And Removing A Pc Card

    Hardware Upgrades Stopping and Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the PC Card before removing it. ✎ An inserted PC Card uses power even when it is not in use. To conserve power, stop a PC Card when you are not using it.

  • Page 101: Increasing Memory

    To display the amount of space required by the hibernation file: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Compaq Power > Hibernation tab. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance >...

  • Page 102: Removing Or Inserting A Memory Board

    PCI compartments are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by a Compaq authorized service provider. Å WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock and damage to the notebook, shut down the notebook, unplug the power cord, and remove all battery packs before installing a memory board.
  • Page 103 Hardware Upgrades 5. Turn the notebook underside up. 6. Loosen the screw that secures the memory compartment cover 1 , then tilt up and remove the cover 2 . Opening the memory compartment 7–6 Hardware Guide...
  • Page 104 Hardware Upgrades 7. Remove or insert the memory board. To remove a memory board: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the board 1 . (The board tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the memory board, then gently pull it out of the memory slot 2 .
  • Page 105 Hardware Upgrades To insert a memory board: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the board with the keyed area in either slot 1 . b. Press the board into the slot from a 45-degree angle until it is seated 2 . c.
  • Page 106 Hardware Upgrades 8. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook 1 . 9. Tilt the cover downward until it is seated 2 . 10. Tighten the screw that secures the cover to the notebook 3 . Closing the memory compartment Hardware Guide 7–9...

  • Page 107: Replacing The Primary Hard Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Replacing the Primary Hard Drive Any hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. Remove the primary hard drive only for repair or replacement. Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work: ■...
  • Page 108 Hardware Upgrades 5. To remove a hard drive, pull the drive out of the bay. Removing a primary hard drive from the hard drive bay 6. To insert a hard drive, slide the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated. Inserting a primary hard drive into the hard drive bay Hardware Guide 7–11...

  • Page 109: Finding Mini Pci And Multiport Information

    Hardware Upgrades 7. If you have inserted a hard drive, reinsert the hard drive retaining screw. (If you removed but did not replace a hard drive, put the retaining screw in a safe place.) Replacing the hard drive retaining screw Finding Mini PCI and MultiPort Information For information about installing, removing, or operating a mini PCI or MultiPort device, refer to the documentation...

  • Page 110: Specifications

    Specifications The information in this chapter may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme environments. Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Regulatory agencies worldwide use agency series numbers for product identification. Each approved product displays the assigned agency series number.

  • Page 111: Notebook Dimensions

    Specifications Notebook Dimensions Dimension U.S. Metric Height 1.5 in. 3.7 cm Width 12.9 in. 32.7 cm Depth 10.5 in. 26.75 cm Operating Environment Factor U.S. Metric Temperature Operating 50° to 95° F 10° to 35° C Nonoperating 14° to 140° F –10°...

  • Page 112: Rated Input Power

    Specifications Rated Input Power Input Power Rating Operating voltage 100–120/220–240 VAC RMS Operating current 1.7/0.85 A RMS Operating frequency range 50 to 60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18.5V MAX ✎ This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vms.

  • Page 113: Finding More Environmental Information

    Specifications Finding More Environmental Information The specifications in this section contain information about exposing the notebook to environmental extremes. For similar information about storing battery packs, refer in this guide to the “Battery Packs” section, “Storing a Battery Pack.” For general information about traveling with the notebook, including tips for traveling with the notebook by air, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide.
  • Page 114 Index Automobile Power Adapter/Charger (optional) connecting 3–11 AC Adapter connector for 1–10 connecting 3–11 tasks supported by 3–5 disconnecting 3–1 autorun, autoplay, auto insert identifying 1–20 notification 4–15 light 1–4 AC power, switching to and from 3–1 battery bay adapter device supported 3–2 for AC power cord.
  • Page 115 Index monitoring charge in 3–7 beeps MultiBay (optional) battery MultiBay drive insertion Quick Check 3–9 4–10 MultiBay (optional), button MultiBay drive removal and lights 3–9 4–9 MultiBay (optional), biometric identification PC inserting 3–4 Cards (optional) 7–1 MultiBay (optional), Bluetooth (optional) removing 3–4 location 1–1 MultiBay (optional),...
  • Page 116 See also CD drive avoiding Standby and (optional); drives Hibernation while CD-RW. See CD playing 4–15 charge sequence 3–6 cancelling autorun while Compaq utilities. See software inserting 4–16 compartment displaying contents of 4–15 memory 1–14 7–6 inserting 4–11 mini PCI 1–14 removing (power See also battery bay;...
  • Page 117 Index enabling USB legacy disc drive support 6–3 defined 4–2 navigating in 2–17 locations supported 4–1 connector(s) See also CD drive connection procedures 6–1 (optional); drives; DVD DC power 1–10 drive (optional) docking 1–16 discharge sequence 3–6 external monitor 1–10 disk drive (optional) parallel 1–10 avoiding Standby and...
  • Page 118 Index removing from MultiBay replacing with weight saver 4–8 1–20 See also drives shipping 4–3 display, internal supported 4–1 closing 1–6 types and terms, defined release latch 1–1 4–2 switch 1–6 USB 6–2 switching image to or from See also specific types of 2–9 drives See also monitor, external...
  • Page 119 Index DVD-RAM drive, DVD-ROM Fn key drive, DVD/CD-RW drive using in hotkeys 2–5 defined 4–2 using with internal keypad supported 4–1 keys 2–14 See also drives; DVD drive freeze, system 1–6 (optional) function keys (F1, F2, etc.) DVI-D 2–10 1–8 2–5 Easy Access Buttons 2–11 hard disk drive.
  • Page 120 Index space on, required for initiate Standby 2–9 Hibernation file 7–4 play next on audio CD viewing amount of free 2–10 space on 7–4 play or pause audio CD See also drives 2–10 hard drive bay play previous on audio CD device supported 4–1 2–10 IDE drive light 1–5...
  • Page 121 Index Internet browser, default 2–11 label destinations, accessing Certificate of Authenticity with Easy Access Buttons 1–17 2–11 MultiPort agency setup wizard 2–11 approvals 1–17 Internet Explorer 2–12 serial number 1–17 system 1–17 LAN (Local Area Network), jack wireless, 802.11b audio-out 5–5 location 1–1 composite-video 5–7 MultiPort agency...
  • Page 122 Index Local Area Network (LAN). memory See LAN (Local Area board, inserting or Network) removing 7–5 location numbers in battery boards supported 7–4 charge information displays displaying amount of 7–4 3–8 slots available 7–4 lock, security cable (optional) microdrive PC Cards 6–6 (optional) 7–1 lockup, system 1–6...
  • Page 123 Index MultiBay contents when shipped network 1–12 cable 1–19 devices supported 3–2 4–1 destinations, assigning drive, defined 4–2 Easy Access buttons to drives supported by 4–1 2–11 IDE drive light 1–5 Modem and Networking inserting battery pack into guide 1–18 3–4 RJ-45 jack 1–11 inserting drive into 4–10...
  • Page 124 Index docking retraint latch recess for 1–16 PAL, PAL-M television drives supported by 4–1 formats 5–10 PS/2 connector on 1–6 parallel connector power connecting device to 6–1 rated input 8–3 identifying 1–10 switching between AC and PC Card battery 3–1 biometric (optional) 7–1 See also battery power eject button 7–3...
  • Page 125 Index MultiPort agency software approvals label 1–17 autorun, autoplay, auto Regulatory and Safety insert notification 4–15 Notices 8–3 Computer Setup 2–8 6–3 system label 1–17 email 2–11 removable drive, defined 4–2 infrared 6–4 See also drives; specific Internet Explorer 2–11 types of drives modem 3–15 reset (emergency shut down)
  • Page 126 Index SuperDisk drive (optional) traveling with the notebook defined 4–2 Aircraft Power Adapter IDE drive light 1–5 (optional) 3–11 inserting disk into 4–14 Automobile Power inserting into MultiBay Adapter/Charger 4–10 (optional) 3–11 locations supported 4–1 battery pack temperature removing disk from 4–14 considerations 3–17 removing from MultiBay Maintenance, Shipping and...
  • Page 127 Index video device (optional) wireless LAN (Local Area composite-video vs. Network), 802.11b S-video 5–7 (optional) composite-video-out jack location 1–1 (on optional port MultiPort agency replicator) 5–7 approvals label 1–1 connecting 5–7 MultiPort status light 2–7 S-video-out jack 5–8 turning on and off 2–7 switching image to 2–10 turning on and off 5–9 Zip drive (optional)

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