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Compaq Armada 4200 Series Reference Manual (178 pages)

Armada 4200: Reference Guide

Brand: Compaq | Category: Laptop | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1 FINDING INFORMATION about YOUR COMPUTER

9
Chapter 2 TAKING a LOOK at the COMPUTER

11
- Front and Left Side Components
  11
- Front and Left Side Components
  12
- Front and Right Side Components
  13
- Keyboard Components
  14
- Status Panel Lights
  17
- Rear Components
  18
- Bottom Components
  20
- External Diskette Drive Bay
  21
- Versatile Handle
  21
Chapter 3 USING KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS

22
- User-Programmable Keys
  23
  - Assigning Programmable Keys
    23
  - Unassigning User-Programmable Keys
    24
  - Adding Schemes
    25
  - Removing Schemes
    25
  - Key Assignments on the Taskbar
    25
- Using the Hotkeys
  26
- Using Special Function Keys
  28
- Using the Numeric Keypad
  29
Chapter 4 WORKING with POINTING DEVICES

30
- Mouse Utility
  31
- Touchpad Components
  32
- Trackball Components
  33
- Removing a Pointing Device
  34
- Installing a Pointing Device
  36
Chapter 5 MANAGING POWER

37
- Power Button
  38
  - Power Choices
    39
- Suspend Button
  39
  - How Suspend Is Initiated
    40
  - Initiating Suspend
    40
  - Exiting Suspend
    41
- Hibernation
  42
  - Initiating Hibernation
    42
  - Exiting Hibernation
    43
- AC Power
  43
- Battery Power
  45
- Power Properties Utility
  51
  - Battery Status Tab
    52
  - Setting Battery Conservation Levels
    53
  - Setting a Timeout
    54
  - Turning Hibernation on or off
    55
  - The Battery Gauge Popup
    56
Chapter 6 USING the HANDLE

57
- Handle Functions
  57
- Attaching the Handle
  58
- Detaching the Handle
  59
  - Handle Tilt Feature
    61
- Removing/Inserting the Handle Battery
  61
Chapter 7 USING the DUAL BAY

64
Chapter 8 USING the EXTERNAL DISKETTE DRIVE BAY

70
- Inserting the Diskette Drive into the External Diskette Drive Bay
  71
- Removing the Diskette Drive from the External Diskette Drive Bay
  72
Chapter 9 9-2 Enjoying Compaq Audio

74
- Identifying Built-In Audio Components
  74
  - External Audio Jacks
    75
  - Stereo Line-In Jack
    76
  - Internal Microphone
    77
- Volume Control
  78
- Using the Stereo Speakers
  79
Chapter 10 CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES

80
- Configuration Utilities
  81
  - Device Manager Utility
    81
  - Add New Hardware Utility
    81
- Using PC Cards
  82
  - Understanding Plug and Play
    83
  - Managing PC Card Power
    83
  - Inserting a PC Card
    84
  - Removing a PC Card
    85
  - PC Card Software
    86
  - USB Cardbus PC Card
    86
- Connecting Video
  86
  - Using the Video Utility
    86
  - Connecting a TV or VCR
    87
  - Displaying Pictures
    88
  - Connecting Infrared Equipment
    89
Chapter 11 ADDING SOFTWARE and UPGRADES

90
- Installing Software
  91
- Operating System Support
  91
- Upgrading Memory
  92
  - Memory Upgrade Options
    92
  - Checking Current Memory
    92
  - Adding Memory
    93
- Upgrading the Hard Drive
  94
Chapter 12 SETTING SECURITY FEATURES

95
- Setting Passwords Properties
  96
- Power-On Password
  96
- Establishing a Setup Password
  98
  - Deleting/Changing a Setup Password
    99
- Identifying Quick Controls
  99
  - Initiating Quick Controls
    100
- Using a Cable Lock
  101
Chapter 13 CARING for the COMPUTER

102
- Routine Care
  103
- Travel Guidelines
  104
- Shipping Guidelines
  105
Chapter 14 COMPUTER SETUP and DIAGNOSTICS

106
- Setup and Diagnostics Utilities
  107
- Accessing Computer Setup
  107
- Accessing Diagnostics Utilities
  108
  - Diagnostics for Windows
    108
  - Compaq Diagnostics
    109
- Running Computer Checkup (TEST)
  109
- Running the View System Information (Inspect Utility)
  111
Chapter 15 TROUBLESHOOTING

113
- Checklist
  113
- Interpreting Messages on the Screen
  114
- Solving Minor Problems
  115
  - Solving Battery Problems
    115
  - Solving Diskette/Diskette Drive Problems
    119
  - Solving Hard Drive Problems
    120
  - Solving Hardware Installation Problems
    121
  - Solving Keyboard and Embedded Numeric Keypad Problems
    122
  - Solving Memory Problems
    123
  - Running the Monitor Self-Test
    123
  - Solving PC Card Problems
    124
  - Solving Power Problems
    126
  - Solving Printer Problems
    127
  - Solving Display Screen Problems
    128
  - Solving Software Application Problems
    130
  - Solving Sound Problems
    130
  - Solving Pointing Device Problems
    131
  - Cleaning the Trackball
    133
  - Cleaning Inside the Trackball Assembly
    134
  - Servicing the Computer
    135
  - Preparing for a Call to Customer Support
    136
Chapter 16 INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

137
- Access to Intelligent Manageability
  137
- Features and Benefits
  137
- Asset Management
  138
- Fault Management
  138
- Security Management
  139
Appendix A

141
Worldwide Telephone Numbers

141
Appendix B

150
B-2 POST Error Messages

150
Appendix C

152
C-2 Connector Pin Assignments

152
Appendix D POWER CORD SET REQUIREMENTS

157
- General Requirements
  157
- Country-Specific Requirements
  158
Appendix E ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE

160
- Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
  160
- Grounding Methods
  160
Appendix F AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES

162
- Agency Regulatory Identification Numbers
  162
  - Federal Communications Commission Notice
    163
  - Canadian Notice
    164
  - Avis Canadien
    164
  - European Notice
    164
  - Japanese Notice
    164
- Battery Notice
  165
- Energy Star Compliance
  166
Appendix G

167
Specifications

167
- Hard Drives
  170
I-6 Index

178

Compaq Armada 4200 Series Manual (190 pages)

Brand: Compaq | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Table of Contents
2
Preface
6
Symbols
6
Technician Notes
6
Laser Safety
7
CDRH Regulations
7
Locating Additional Information
8
Product Description
9
Computer Features and Models
9
Models
10
Standard Features
11
Software Fulfillment
13
Security Features
13
Power Management
13
Options
14
System Memory Options
14
Display Options
15
Secondary Cache
15
Mobile CD Expansion Unit
15
Convenience Base
15
Mass Storage Options
15
AC Adapter
16
Automobile Adapter
16
Lithium Ion Battery Pack
16
External Battery Charger
16
External Keyboards
16
External Monitors
16
Compaq Mouse
17
Trackball Pointing Device
17
External Computer Components
18
Front and Left Side Components
18
Front and Right Side Components
19
Rear Components
20
Bottom Components
21
Status Panel Lights
22
Mobile CD Expansion Unit Components
23
Convenience Base Connectors
25
Design Overview - Computer
26
System Unit
26
System Board
26
Processor Board
27
Processor
27
System Memory
27
Cache
27
Local Bus Video
28
Troubleshooting
29
Preliminary Steps
30
Clearing the Power-On and Setup Passwords
31
Power-On Self Test (POST)
32
POST Error Messages
32
Compaq Utilities
35
Running Computer Setup
35
Running Computer Checkup (TEST)
36
View System Information (INSPECT)
38
Diagnostic Error Codes
39
Keyboard Test Error Codes
40
Parallel Printer Test Error Codes
40
Serial Test Error Codes
41
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
45
Solving Minor Problems
45
Solving Audio Problems
45
Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems
46
Solving Diskette and Diskette Drive Problems
48
Solving Hard Drive Problems
49
Solving CD-ROM Drive Problems
49
Solving Hardware Installation Problems
50
Solving Keyboard/Numeric Keypad Problems
51
Solving Pointing Device Problems
51
Solving Memory Problems
52
Solving PC Card Problems
53
Solving Power Problems
55
Solving Printer Problems
56
Solving Screen Problems
56
Solving Software Application Problems
58
Solving Network Problems
61
Illustrated Parts
63
System Unit
64
Mass Storage Devices
68
Cables and Power Cords
70
Standard and Optional Boards
72
Display Assembly
74
Options
76
Miscellaneous Parts
78
Shipping Boxes
80
Documentation
81
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries
83
Electrostatic Discharge
83
Generating Static
83
Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment
84
Removing Batteries
84
Preventing Damage to Drives
85
Grounding Methods
85
Grounding Workstations
86
Grounding Equipment
86
Recommended Materials and Equipment
87
Service Considerations
88
Tool Requirements
88
Cables and Connectors
88
Serial Number
88
Removal and Replacement Procedures
89
Serial Number
89
Disassembly Sequence Chart
90
Preparing the Computer for Disassembly
91
Disconnecting the AC Power and External Diskette Drive Bay
92
Undocking the Computer
93
Battery Packs
100
Dualbay Battery Pack and Devices
102
Pointing Devices
104
Hard Drive
106
PC Card
107
External Computer Components
108
Computer Logo
108
Computer Feet
109
Handle
110
CPU Base Assembly
114
Memory Cover
115
Memory Boards
116
Lithium Real Time Clock Battery
118
CPU Base Cover
119
Processor Shield and Board
122
CPU Cover and Keyboard Assembly
123
Display Assembly
127
Clutch Assembly Components
131
Clutch Cover
131
Clutches
133
System Board Components
134
System Board
134
Ensuring ESD Protection
139
Heatsink and Video Chip Heatpipe
139
Frame Components
142
Upper PCMCIA Door
142
Lower PCMCIA Door
145
Dualbay Eject Assembly
148
PCMCIA Assembly
150
PCMCIA Ejector Buttons
153
Display Ground Bracket
155
Specifications
157
Computer
158
Displays
159
Hard Drives
162
Diskette Drive
165
CD-ROM Drives
166
Battery Packs
169
Mobile CD Expansion Unit
170
External Power Supplies
171
System Interrupts
174
System DMA
175
System I/O Address
176
System Memory Map
178
Connector Pin Assignments
179
Power Cord Set Requirements
185
3-Conductor Power Cord Set
185
General Requirements
185
Country-Specific Requirements
186
Index
187

Compaq Armada 4200 Series User Manual (190 pages)

HP Armada 4100: User Guide

Brand: Compaq | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1 Product Description

9
- Models
  9
Chapter 6 Specifications

9
- Hard Drives
  9
- Diskette Drive
  11
  - Security Features
    12
  - Power Management
    12
Chapter 5 Removal and Replacement Procedures

13
- Serial Number
  13
- Options
  14
- CD-ROM Drives
  15
- Battery Packs
  16
- Mobile CD Expansion Unit
  23
Chapter 3 Illustrated Parts

26
- System Unit
  26
- Display Assembly
  26
- Options
  27
Chapter 2

29
- Preliminary Steps
  29
- Power-On Self Test (POST)
  31
- POST Error Messages
  31
- Compaq Utilities
  35
- Documentation
  45
Chapter 4 Removal and Replacement Preliminaries

83
- Electrostatic Discharge
  83
- System Interrupts
  157
- System DMA
  157
- System I/O Address
  157
- System Memory Map
  157
- Disassembly Sequence Chart
  187
  - Battery Packs
    187
  - Hard Drive
    187
  - Pointing Devices
    187
  - Grounding Methods
    188
  - Handle
    188
  - Memory Boards
    188
  - PC Card
    188
Appendix A

189
Appendix B

189
- Convenience Base
  189
  - Running Computer Setup
    190
  - View System Information (INSPECT)
    190
  - Solving Minor Problems
    190
- Country-Specific Requirements
  189
- General Requirements
  189
- Mobile CD Expansion Unit
  189
- Secondary Cache
  189

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Chapter 2 TAKING a LOOK at the COMPUTER

Chapter 3 USING KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS

Chapter 4 WORKING with POINTING DEVICES

Chapter 5 MANAGING POWER

Chapter 6 USING the HANDLE

Chapter 7 USING the DUAL BAY

Chapter 8 USING the EXTERNAL DISKETTE DRIVE BAY

Chapter 9 9-2 Enjoying Compaq Audio

Chapter 10 CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES

Chapter 11 ADDING SOFTWARE and UPGRADES

Chapter 12 SETTING SECURITY FEATURES

Chapter 13 CARING for the COMPUTER

Chapter 14 COMPUTER SETUP and DIAGNOSTICS

Chapter 15 TROUBLESHOOTING

Chapter 16 INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

Appendix A

Worldwide Telephone Numbers

Appendix B

B-2 POST Error Messages

Appendix C

C-2 Connector Pin Assignments

Appendix D POWER CORD SET REQUIREMENTS

Appendix E ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE

Appendix F AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES

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