Installation Of Compaq Drivers And Enhancements - Compaq Armada e500s - Notebook PC Manual

Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
3. Cross check the above revision with the latest release on Compaq's WEB Site (also
located in Appendix A) for your Computer model and System BIOS.
4. Download the newer version onto a floppy disk, boot from the disk, and follow the on-
screen instructions to install the new System ROM BIOS.
Windows Me OS Installation:
Refer to the Microsoft provided Quick Start Guide and follow the instructions listed to install
your new copy of the Windows Me Operating System.
Armada Drivers, Utilities and Applications:
SoftPaqs that have been tested with Microsoft Windows Me is available via the Compaq
Website.
These files are available at http://www.compaq.com/support/files/portables/us/index.html.
Use the following steps to locate the proper support software:
1. Select the appropriate Armada Family (M700, M300, etc.).
2. Select the model that corresponds with your computer, if necessary.
3. Select Windows 98 from the Operating System list.
4. Select the Locate Software button.
The SoftPaqs required to support the selected family and model will be displayed.
Manual Upgrade from Windows 98:
1. Repeat the steps above listed under the Before You Begin, Installation Order, and Check And
Update BIOS sections.
2. Remove the drivers, utilities and applications by following the instructions in Appendix B.
3. Install Windows Me by following the directions supplied in Quick Start Guide.
4. Insert the computer into the docking station, if necessary.
5. Reconnect external peripherals and PC Cards and configure each separately.

Installation of Compaq Drivers and Enhancements

Table 1 lists the Windows 98 versions of drivers and enhancements, available as of the
publication of this white paper and used for testing under Windows Millennium. You should
always check the Compaq Website for the complete, up-to date list of available drivers and
enhancements.
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