Compaq 1900 manual What Are PC Cards?

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8.Insert the new memory module.

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CAUTION: When installing memory expansion modules, apply gentle, even pressure when inserting the memory module. Excessive pressure can damage the memory module.

NOTE: Make sure the memory module is properly seated and snapped into place. If it is not seated, you may see memory error messages or your computer may not recognize the memory module.

9.Gently press the keyboard back into place.

10.Reinsert the battery.

11.Restart your computer. The new memory will be recognized by your computer.

What Are PC Cards?

PC Cards (formerly known as PCMCIA Cards) are removable devices that increase the storage or communications capability of your computer. PC Cards come in three different sizes: Type I, Type II, and Type III. PC Cards have the following things in common:

2 standard bus sizes, 16-bit (PCMCIA) or 32-bit (CardBus)

68-pin connectors

approximately the same size as a credit card, but differences in thickness

PC Cards are easy to install. Other issues, however, especially software considerations, can impact your ability to use them effectively.

The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) was formed in 1989 to set industry standards for the use of PC Card technology. PCMCIA represents more than 500 companies in the computer industry. As a member of PCMCIA’s Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Compaq is a driving force in the PC Card industry.

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Contents Mobile Internet PC Features Guide Contents Mobile Internet PC Features Iii Index Using This Guide Text ConventionsLocating Help TroubleshootingSpecial Messages GlossaryUnderstanding Your Service and Support Options Comments about this Guide4Using This Guide Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC Checking Your ConnectionsConnections Front of Your Mobile Internet PC Front ComponentsInternet Zone Buttons and Status Lights Using Your Keyboard to Access the Internet Internet ZoneUnited States All Other Countries Outside Service, and more United StatesReprogramming Your Internet Zone Buttons and Function Keys Disabling and Enabling the Internet Zone ButtonsLeft Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC Left Panel ComponentsRight Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC Right Panel ComponentsBack Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC Back Panel ComponentsBottom of Your Mobile Internet PC Bottom ComponentsIntroducing Your Mobile Internet PC Wedge ComponentsAttaching the Wedge to Your Computer Detaching the Wedge from Your Computer Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery Charging the Battery Battery Charging TimeSpare or Extra Batteries Plugging In Your Computer to AC Power Unplugging the Computer from AC Power18Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC Recovering from a Locked Program Mobile Internet PC FeaturesRecovering from a Locked Program or System Turning On Your Mobile Internet PCRecovering from a Locked System Standard Off Mode Full Off Main Power Off ModeTurning Off Your Mobile Internet PC Properly Using the Numeric Keypad Using the Scroll Button Understanding Your Computer Status LightsIcon Lights up when Using the Function Keys Function Keys Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Volume Using WindowsIntroducing Your SuperDisk Drive available on select models Features of Your SuperDisk Drive Using Your SuperDisk DriveInserting a Diskette Ejecting a Diskette Manually Ejecting a DisketteCreating a Startup SuperDisk Diskette Write-Protecting a DisketteFormatting a SuperDisk Diskette SuperDisk Copy Disk Handling and Storing Diskettes Enabling and Disabling the SuperDisk AcceleratorPerformance Features Learning About Your ModemIdentifying Your Modem 56K ITU V.90 Standard Understanding Point-to-Point ConnectionsHardware Installation Connecting Your Mobile Internet PC to a NetworkSetting Up a Network Hardware RequirementsInstalling the Network Protocols Select MicrosoftDo not use any blank spaces in the Computer name box Sharing Folders File SecurityCreating a Shared Folder Setting Up Printer Sharing Sharing PrintersSharing a Folder Connecting to a Shared Printer Disabling Printer SharingMapping a Network Drive \My Documents\Shared Files8Connecting Your Mobile Internet PC to a Network Installing Memory Expansion Modules Upgrading Your Mobile Internet PCAdding More Memory 2Upgrading Your Mobile Internet PC What Are PC Cards? PC Card Types Inserting a PC CardRemoving a PC Card Compaq-Compatible PC Cards Using Network PC Cards Configuring PC CardsPC Card Software Vendor-Provided PC Card Software Index Index-1Index-2 Index-3 Index-4