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Compaq Evo N400c Software Manual

Compaq Evo N400c Software Manual

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White Paper
July 2001
153Z-0601B-WWEN
Prepared by:
Software Product Marketing
Compaq Computer Corporation
Contents
Highlights.....................................3
Operating Systems......................3
Windows 98 ...............................3
Workstation 4.0..........................5
Microsoft Windows 95................9
Software Delivery ......................10
Kit ............................................10
CD ...........................................10
Setup and Diagnostics.............12
Video .......................................14
Multimedia ...............................14
Audio .......................................14
Security....................................14
Power Management.................15
MultiBay Support .....................16
Support ....................................17
Reference Guides....................17
Internet Explorer ......................17
References.................................19
Evo N400c Software Overview-
Second Edition
Abstract: Compaq is proud to introduce the Compaq Evo N400c
series of personal computers.
The purpose of this white paper is to present both an overview of the
preinstalled software with operating system support and a brief
description of major software components and features.
This document is intended for Compaq personnel and customers who
need information about the software provided on the Evo preinstall
images.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    References...19 Evo N400c Software Overview— Second Edition Abstract: Compaq is proud to introduce the Compaq Evo N400c series of personal computers. The purpose of this white paper is to present both an overview of the preinstalled software with operating system support and a brief description of major software components and features.
  • Page 2 Evo N400c Software Overview—Second Edition Notice 153Z-0601B-WWEN © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq, the Compaq logo, Armada, Evo, and SoftPaq are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

  • Page 3: Highlights

    • Microsoft Windows 95 OSR 2.1 Windows 98 The version of Windows 98 preinstalled on Evo N400c models is SE. Table 1 provides a comparison of Windows 98 software component versions. Table 1. Windows 98 Software Component Version Comparison Software...
  • Page 4 Online Modem Commands Guide Power Management (Windows 95 and Windows 98) Power Management Enhancements Remote Management (Windows 95) Safety and Comfort Guide continued 153Z-0601B-WWEN Armada Armada Evo N400c Family Family Preinstall Preinstall Preinstall-C 1.00 A 1.00 B 1.00 E 2.00 A (preloaded) 1.00 B...

  • Page 5: Microsoft Windows Nt

    Touchpad Driver Synaptics (Windows 95 and Windows 98) *Armada Family Preinstall-C and Evo N400c Preinstall models include separate modem and NIC drivers. Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with Service Pack 6 (SP6) is offered for N400c on the QuickRestore CD.
  • Page 6 (preloaded) 1.00 B (preloaded) 4.03 B 4.03 C 3.00 A 1.00 A 2.00 A 2.00 B 3.10 A Evo N400c Preinstall 5.11 A 4.05 A (CD) 4.03 B 4.10 B N400c Guide 2.00 A (CD) 4.00 B 2.12 E (preloaded) 1.10 A...
  • Page 7 Remote Management (Windows NT 4.0) Safety and Comfort Guide 5.01 A Security Management (Win32) System Enhancement Disk (Windows NT 4.0) *Armada Family Preinstall-C and Evo N400c Preinstall models include separate modem and NIC drivers. 153Z-0601B-WWEN Armada Family Armada Family Preinstall Preinstall-C 1.00 A...

  • Page 8: Microsoft Windows 2000

    Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack One is offered as a preinstalled operating system for Evo N400c models. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own. Table 3. Windows 2000 Software Component Version Comparison...

  • Page 9: Microsoft Windows 95

    *Armada Family Preinstall-C and Evo N400c Preinstall models include separate modem and NIC drivers. Microsoft Windows 95 Limited support is provided for Microsoft Windows 95 OSR 2.1 on the Evo N400c family for customers who require basic hardware enabling support under this operating system. Hardware Functionality and Software Enhancements Compaq software drivers and utilities for Windows 95 include: •...

  • Page 10: Software Delivery

    Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit The Compaq QuickRestore CD (QRCD) Kit is shipped with each Evo N400c computer. The QRCD System Recovery provides an easy-to-use complete restore solution. The preinstalled operating system and all Compaq software enhancements are provided in the kit. This complete restore solution allows customers to perform a complete destructive format and restore the system to the factory settings.

  • Page 11: Compaq Worldwide Web Site And Download Facility

    Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of SoftPaqs, from the Compaq Download Facility or from the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com or ftp://ftp.compaq.com. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements.

  • Page 12: Software Enhancements

    Software Enhancements This section discusses the following software enhancements: • Setup and Diagnostics • Intelligent Manageability • Video • Multimedia • Audio • Security • Power Management • MultiBay support • Easy Access buttons support • Reference guides • Internet Explorer The check boxes following each enhancement description indicate which operating systems support these enhancements and if the enhancements are provided on the SSCD, QRCD, and Compaq Web site.

  • Page 13: Intelligent Manageability

    Intelligent Manageability Windows 98 With Intelligent Manageability, Compaq responds to the need that customers have for easy-to- manage computers in stand-alone and networked environments. Compaq addresses this need by focusing on five primary customer concerns: • Asset Management—Provides the user with detailed configuration information about the computer and allows the system administrator to inventory and track computers and components from one central location.

  • Page 14: Video

    Windows 98 & Windows 95 Audio drivers on the Evo N400c enable the ESS Allegro audio chipset to run multimedia applications using Microsoft DirectSound audio capability. This PCI audio chipset accelerates Microsoft DirectSound applications. In addition to playing WAV and MIDI files, DirectSound provides a high-quality wave-mixing facility and an industry-standard MIDI playback system.

  • Page 15: Power Management

    Compaq Security Management Windows 98 Security Management is a Windows Control Panel extension that provides an intuitive interface to security features unique to Compaq portable computers. Through the Control Panel security applet, users can set the power-on password of the computer and enable QuickLock and QuickBlank features.

  • Page 16: Multibay Support

    Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) represents a significant innovation in power and configuration management, allowing operating systems and applications to manage power based on activity and usage. Evo N400c models use ACPI to provide power conservation features under Windows 98 SE and Windows 2000.

  • Page 17: Easy Access Buttons Support

    Evo N400c computers. Reference Guides Windows 98 Evo N400c computers have three reference guides available, including the Safety and Comfort Guide, the Modem Command Reference Guide, and the Armada Reference Guide on the Documentation CD. The Safety and Comfort Guide provides the user with instructions about how to properly use items such as the keyboard and mouse to reduce the potential of repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.

  • Page 18: Frequently Asked Questions

    No, many customers have expressed a need for consistency. Therefore, Compaq will make every effort to maintain a consistent software image on Evo N400c models during the life of these models. Compaq will supply white papers to provide the necessary information to customers who want to maintain a single list of software components for all Evo N400c models.

  • Page 19: References

    Will this image change significantly if new models are introduced? As much stability as possible is provided in new models. Changes made to the preinstall images will be limited to modifications that will support new hardware features or will significantly improve overall performance.

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