Computer Setup And Diagnostics Utilities; Selecting Computer Setup Or Compaq Diagnostics For Windows - Compaq Armada e500 - Notebook PC Quick Reference Manual

chapter
C
OMPUTER
D
IAGNOSTICS
Selecting Computer Setup or
Compaq Diagnostics for Windows
The computer features two system management utilities.
Computer Setup is a system information and configuration
utility that can be used even when your operating system is
not working or will not load. It includes custom settings that
are not available in Windows.
Compaq Diagnostics for Windows is a system
information and diagnostic utility that is used within your
Windows operating system.
To test system components—Use Compaq Diagnostics for
Windows.
To display system information—Use Compaq Diagnostics
for Windows whenever possible.
To configure a device—
In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000
Professional use Compaq Diagnostics for Windows to
configure a device that is not configured by the operating
system.
It is not necessary to configure a device connected to a
NOTE:
USB connector on the computer or an optional docking base.
In Windows NT 4.0 use Computer Setup.
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