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HP Compaq 100 Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Notice The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter introduces the features and components of the notebook and tells you how to get the notebook up and running. Features Your notebook incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact notebook-sized package. Among the distinguished features are: Support for AMD K6-2, K6-2+, or K6-3 series microprocessor Provides an advanced central processor for excellent ability of code execution.
  • Page 3 Other basic components of the notebook system are: 3.5-inch, 1.44MB (Megabytes) diskette drive ATA3 IDE hard drive, Ultra DMA/33 supported 24X CD-ROM drive 32MB or 64MB of system memory, expanding up to 160MB or 192MB SDRAM with a 128-MB memory module upgrade (model dependent) Internal 256KB L2 (only on models with a K6-3 processor) or internal 128KB L2 (only on models with a K6-2+ processor) cache memory External 512KB cache memory only on models with a K6-3 processor...

  • Page 4: Taking A Look At The Notebook

    Taking a Look at the Notebook Right-Side View 1. Hard Drive Inside is the hard drive of your notebook, often referred as drive C. (See “Hard Drive” in Chapter 2 for more information.) 2. Infrared Port This infrared port complies with IrDA 1.0 and ASK standards. It allows you to connect your notebook to an IR device wirelessly.

  • Page 5: Left Side View

    Left-Side View 1. Cable Lock Anchor ( This rectangular hole can be used as an anchor point for a security cable. Use a cable to lock your notebook to an appropriate location for security. 2. Power Button )!!!!!* Pressing this button turns the notebook power ON or OFF. 3.

  • Page 6: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Microphone Connector ( Connects to an external microphone for use in place of the notebook’s built- in microphone. 2. Audio Output Connector ( Connects to a set of headphones, external speakers with amplifier or an audio recording device. 3.

  • Page 7: Front View

    Front View 1. Display Latch The display latch keeps the notebook firmly closed. 2. Diskette Drive This is the 3.5-inch diskette drive of your notebook, often referred as drive A. (See “Diskette Drive” in Chapter 2 for more information.) Top-Open View To open the notebook, press the display latch toward the right, then lift the display.
  • Page 8 1. Display This is the display of your notebook. CAUTION: Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when it is closed as this can damage the display. Getting Started Figure 1-6. Top-Open View...
  • Page 9 2. Indicators Panel These are the indicators that show the status of your notebook. AC Power Indicator Turns on when the notebook is using AC power. Blinks when the notebook, using AC power, is in Suspend-to-RAM mode. (See “Introducing Power Management” in Chapter 2 for information on Suspend-to-RAM mode.) Battery Power Indicator Turns on when the notebook is operating on battery power.

  • Page 10: Getting The Notebook Running

    Getting the Notebook Running Connecting to AC Power 1. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the power connector of the notebook. 2. Plug the AC cord into the AC adapter and into the an electrical outlet . Figure 1-7.

  • Page 11: Using Battery Power

    Using Battery Power When the AC adapter is not connected, you can use battery power. To assure optimum battery life, fully charge and discharge the battery at least once and then fully charge the battery before you first use battery power. (For more information on using battery power, see Chapter 3.) Starting Up The notebook starts up with an operating system preinstalled on the hard drive,...
  • Page 12 Booting with Windows 98 The notebook comes to you with the hard drive pre-formatted. However, you may have to install the operating system. For details on how to install an operating system, please consult the Microsoft operating system manual that comes with your notebook.

  • Page 13: Turning Off The Notebook

    Turning Off the Notebook CAUTION: Never turn off the notebook when the hard drive In-use Indicator is on. You may lose your data by doing so. 1. If you are using a program, save your data and exit the program. 2.

  • Page 14: Using The Notebook

    Chapter 2 Using the Notebook This chapter provides operating basics on the notebook’s components such as the diskette drive, hard drive, CD-ROM drive, keyboard, and TouchPad. It also introduces power management and gives you tips in care and maintenance. Diskette Drive Your notebook comes with a diskette drive designated as drive A.

  • Page 15: Inserting And Ejecting Diskettes

    Inserting and Ejecting Diskettes To insert a diskette, hold it with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it clicks into place. To eject a diskette, make sure that the diskette drive in-use indicator is off, then press the eject button on the drive.

  • Page 16: Hard Drive

    Hard Drive Your notebook comes with a hard drive designated as drive C. A hard drive, also called a fixed disk, is a storage device with non-removable, rotating, magnetic storage platters. Compared with a diskette, a hard drive can retrieve and record data much faster and has a much larger storage capacity.
  • Page 17 Use the following procedure to insert or remove a CD-ROM. 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Push the eject button slides out partially, gently pull it until fully extended. 3. To insert a CD-ROM, place the CD-ROM in the tray with its label facing up. To remove a CD-ROM, hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray.

  • Page 18: Special Keys

    Fn Key The [Fn] key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with other keys to perform alternative functions. Special Keys Several keys are added such as the [Ctrl], [Alt], [Esc], and lock keys for special purposes. When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators will light.

  • Page 19: Cursor-Control Keys

    Cursor-Control Keys At the lower right corner of the keyboard are four cursor-control keys: \ ^,!\ ^, \ ^,!and!\ ^.These keys, also called arrow keys, control cursor movement. On the right side of the keyboard are [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], and [End] keys, which control the screen or cursor movement.

  • Page 20: Numeric Keypad

    Numeric Keypad A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown below: Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated, meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals.
  • Page 21 Hotkeys Hotkeys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed at any time to activate special functions. Most hotkeys operate in a cyclic way. Each time a hot key is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice.

  • Page 22: Using The Touchpad

    TouchPad - Your notebook integrates a TouchPad pointing device, compatible with the Microsoft Mouse and PS/2-type mouse, which allows you to take advantage of software that requires or recognizes a pointing device. Using the TouchPad Placing and Moving the Finger To use the TouchPad, place your thumb or forefinger on the TouchPad.

  • Page 23: Drag And Drop

    Drag and Drop You can execute commands or move files by using “drag and drop”. In drag and drop, you activate a file by pointing to it and clicking. However, when you click the button, you do not release the button but instead hold it down. You can then drag the active file around the screen by moving your finger around the pad.

  • Page 24: Manual Power Management

    Global Power Management Global Power Management automatically puts the notebook into suspend mode when the notebook is inactive for a period of time, called “time-out.” The notebook will wake up whenever an activity is detected (e.g. pressing a key). The time-out settings for suspend mode can be set up in the Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) program.

  • Page 25: Taking Care Of Your Notebook

    Taking Care of Your Notebook Maintenance Avoid placing the notebook in a location subject to high humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust. Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when it is closed as this may damage the LCD.

  • Page 26: Battery Operations

    Chapter 3 Battery Operations This chapter provides information on using the battery to get optimal performance when operating your notebook on battery power. AC Adapter CAUTION: 1. The AC adapter is designed for use with your notebook only. Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter.

  • Page 27: Recharging The Battery Pack

    Battery Pack The battery pack supplies power to your notebook when external power is not available. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter. Recharging the Battery Pack To recharge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the notebook and an electrical outlet.
  • Page 28 3. First push away the small locking latch (Figure 3-1 å) on the battery pack, then slide the locking latch (Figure 3-1 ) on the side of the notebook to unlock and lift (Figure 3-1 ê) the battery pack out of the compartment. Figure 3-1.

  • Page 29: Problem Solving

    Important Notes on Using a Battery Pack Recharging and Discharging Recharging will not start if the battery’s temperature is below 0 C (32 F) or above 45 C (113 F) for NiMH batteries and 40 C (104 F) for Li-ion batteries.

  • Page 30: Operating And Handling

    Operating and Handling Never remove the battery pack while it is in use. If you need to replace the battery pack, make sure you have turned off the notebook power. Leave the battery pack in place unless you will replace it. If you remove the battery pack, keep it away from conductors such as metals and water.

  • Page 31: Low Battery Signals And Actions

    Low Battery Signals and Actions Low Battery occurs when the battery has approximately 10% of its charge remaining. The notebook gives warning beeps and the battery charge indicator ) blinks red to alert you to take action. Immediately save your data upon the Low Battery warning. The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the notebook: if you are using the audio subsystem, PC Card, hard or diskette drives, the battery may quickly deplete its charge.

  • Page 32: System Expansion

    Chapter 4 System Expansion This chapter introduces the optional devices for your notebook provide instructions on how to install some of the devices. External Connections Connectors on the rear and side panels of the notebook allow you to connect external devices. See Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-3 for connector locations and the descriptions that follow.

  • Page 33: Connecting An External Keyboard

    Connecting an External Keyboard If you want the benefits of a full-size keyboard, you can connect a PS/2- compatible keyboard to your notebook. When an external keyboard is connected, you can use both the external keyboard and notebook keyboard at the same time.

  • Page 34: Connecting An Infrared Device

    Connecting a Serial or Parallel Device On the rear of the notebook, you can find a serial port (COM1), marked as and a parallel port, marked as serial mouse or modem, or a parallel device such as parallel printer, respectively. In addition to following the instructions supplied with the device, take note of the following: To use a serial device, make sure the “COM Ports”...

  • Page 35: Internal Installation

    Internal Installation Installing a PC Card PC Cards, available in the market, provide various functions. Examples are memory cards, fax/modem cards, and PCMCIA Type III 1.8-inch hard drive. Contact your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller for a list of third party PC Cards qualified for this notebook.

  • Page 36: Notebook Upgrade

    Notebook Upgrade You can upgrade your notebook by changing the CPU or adding memory for a maximum of 160MB (for 32MB models) or for a maximum of 192MB (for 64-MB models). If your model does not have the modem option, you can have it installed.

  • Page 37: Setup Configuration Utility

    Chapter 5 Setup Configuration Utility This chapter provide instructions on how to configure your system using the Setup Configuration Utility (SCU). Introduction The SCU program allows you to configure the system BIOS settings. Those settings are vital for your notebook to identify the types of installed devices as well as to utilize special features.

  • Page 38: Moving Around And Making Selections

    Startup Memory Disks Components Floppy Drive A = 1.44 Mb Floppy Drive B = None Hard Drive C = 2067 MB Hard Drive D = 0 MB Hard Drive E = 0 MB Hard Drive F = 0 MB Serial Port 1 = COM1, 3F8, IRQ 4 Serial Port 2 = COM2, 2F8, IRQ 3...

  • Page 39: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. You can also use the shortcut key, which is highlighted in a different color on the screen. Described below is the general procedure to complete a setting by use of the keyboard: 2/! Select a menu title with the left/right arrow key and press [Enter] to pull down the menu.

  • Page 40: Date And Time

    The following tables describe in sequence all the items of the Startup menu. Date and Time The “Date and Time” item sets the system date and time. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Hour Month Minute Year...

  • Page 41: Set Admin Password

    Set Admin Password This item lets you set up administrator-level password. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Enter old ADMIN password: Enter new ADMIN password: Verify new ADMIN password: ..[X] Boot System [X] Enter SCU You can directly enter the new password if no password has previously existed.

  • Page 42: Memory Menu

    The procedure to set up the user password is the same as “Set Admin Password”. NOTE: 1. You can not set up the user password unless the administrator password has been set up. 2. If both the administrator and user passwords are set up, only one password is required to boot the system.

  • Page 43: Disks Menu

    Disks Menu The Disks pull-down menu contains settings which configure the diskette drive and hard drive of your system, as well as a “Virus Alert” option. Disks Internal FDC Diskette Drives Internal HDC IDE Settings _ Virus Alert The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Disks menu. Internal FDC The “Internal FDC”...

  • Page 44: Ide Settings

    IDE Settings The “IDE Settings” item sets the type of the hard disk drive in your system. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) Standard ( ) Fast PIO ( ) Multiword DMA ( ) Ultra DMA-33 The “HDD Timing”...

  • Page 45: Components Menu

    Components Menu The Components pull-down menu, as shown below, allows you to change the settings for various components. Components COM Ports LPT Port Keyboard Numlock Keyboard Repeat The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Components menu. COM Ports The “COM Ports”...

  • Page 46: Keyboard Numlock

    LPT Port The “LPT Port” item sets the settings of LPT port. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) None ( ) LPT1, Addr 378, IRQ7 ( ) LPT2, Addr 278, IRQ5 ( ) LPT3, Addr 3BC, IRQ7 Your system supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) standards which turn the standard parallel port into a high speed bi-directional peripheral port.

  • Page 47: Power Menu

    Keyboard Repeat The “Keyboard Repeat” item sets the repeat rate and delay time of key strokes. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. ( ) 2 cps ( ) 1/4 sec ( ) 6 cps ( ) 1/2 sec ( ) 10 cps ( ) 3/4 sec...

  • Page 48: Video Timeout

    When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Video Timeout: Disk Timeout: Global Timeout: Monitor Video Activity: Suspend Timeout: Suspend-to-disk: The followings describe in sequence all the items of this submenu. Video Timeout The “Video Timeout” item sets the time-out period for the monitor to power down if it is not in use during the set period.

  • Page 49: Suspend Timeout

    Suspend Timeout The “Suspend Timeout” item sets the time-out period for the system to enter suspend mode if it is not in use during the pre-set period. The Suspend mode is determined by the “Suspend Type” item in the “Suspend Controls”...

  • Page 50: Power Button Function

    Suspend Controls The “Suspend Controls” item lets you micromanage several suspend features. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Power Button Function: Lid Switch Function: ( ) Suspend To Disk ( ) Suspend To RAM The followings describe in sequence all the items of this submenu.
  • Page 51 Resume Timer The “Resume Timer” item sets the date and time the system will resume from suspend mode. When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Alarm Resume: Disabled Resume Month Resume Day Resume Hour Resume Minute The default setting is Disabled.

  • Page 52: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu The Exit pull-down menu, as shown below, displays ways of exiting SCU. After finished with your settings, you must save and exit SCU so that the settings can take effect. Exit Save and Reboot Exit (No Save) Default Settings Restore Settings Version Info Descriptions of the Exit choices are:...

  • Page 53: Installing The Chipset Driver

    Chapter 6 Software Drivers and Utilities This chapter provides installation instructions on required drivers and useful programs for Microsoft Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional systems. Descriptions of available options are also provided, so that you can utilize the feature functions of your notebook. NOTE: 1.

  • Page 54: Installing The Agp Driver

    NOTE: According to dual-view specification, you will find two unidentified monitors on your device list after installing the VGA driver. You have to manually adjust your monitor type as laptop 1024X786 (13.3" panel) or 800X600 (12.1" panel). Installing the USB Driver This driver allows you to take advantage of the Universal Serial Bus function.

  • Page 55: Installing The Pcmcia Driver

    Installing the PCMCIA Driver This driver allows you to take advantage of the PCMCIA device. Follow these steps to install the driver. Right-click on “My Computer” icon and choose “Properties” item. Select “Device Manager” tag, unfold “PCMCIA Socket” list, and press “Properties”...

  • Page 56: Installing The Modem Driver

    Installing the Modem Driver This driver allows you to take advantage of the modem card. Follow these steps to install the driver. Right-click on “My Computer” icon and choose “Properties” item. Select “Device Manager” tag, unfold “Modem” list, highlight the item from the list and press “Properties”...

  • Page 57: Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications NOTE: The specifications are subject to change without notice. Notebook, Memory, and Main Components System Processor AMD K6-2, K6-2+ or K6-3 series processor Note: For the latest information on the processor supported by your notebook, ask your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller. 64MB or 32MB SDRAM on-board, expandable to192 or 160MB with one 3.3V 144pin-DIMM of SDRAM module (model dependent) Cache Memory...

  • Page 58: Interfaces And Controllers

    Interfaces and Controllers VGA Controller High performance flat panel CRT/LCD VGA controller, supports TFT/DSTN LCD panel, AGP 2X mode, up to 1024 x 768 (XGA) resolution Parallel Port Standard/ECP/EPP parallel communication interface with a DB-25 female connector Serial Ports COM1 and COM2 assigned to two of the followings: RS-232C communication interface with a 9-pin D-type shell connector Fax/Modem Card IrDA 1.0/ASK communication interface...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting Approach

    Appendix B Troubleshooting This appendix is designed to help you find and solve minor problems that you may encounter using the notebook. Troubleshooting Approach The problems that you might encounter can be divided into two basic categories: hardware and software. Hardware problems can be further divided into being of an electrical or a mechanical nature.
  • Page 60 Problem: The screen is blank. Press the spacebar to see if any power management feature has blanked the screen to save power. If the AC power indicator is not on, check the electrical outlet, the plugs and power cords. If you are using a battery pack, make sure it has a charge remaining, and that it is installed correctly.
  • Page 61 Problem: The battery cannot be fully recharged. For safety reasons, several factors can stop the recharging, e.g., when the battery’s temperature gets above 40 C (104 F) or the recharging time exceeds 4 hours. To avoid problems caused by the temperature factor, make sure the battery does not get too hot.

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