Compaq 1800 Series manual Using Your SuperDisk Drive, Inserting a Diskette, Ejecting a Diskette

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3-16Mobile Internet PC Features

Using Your SuperDisk Drive

For optimum performance, use Imation SuperDisk diskettes with your SuperDisk drive.

Inserting a Diskette

To insert a 1.44-MB or SuperDisk diskette into the drive, complete the following steps:

1.Turn on your computer, if it is not already turned on.

2.Hold the diskette, label side up, and gently insert the diskette into the drive. After you insert a diskette, it will take a few seconds for the drive to read the diskette before you can use it.

+NOTE: The SuperDisk Drive Diskette Eject button is motorized and does not pop out after inserting a diskette.

Ejecting a Diskette

Because the SuperDisk drive has a motorized Diskette Eject button, your computer must be turned on to eject a diskette. Do not turn off your computer until the diskette has been ejected.

The diskette will not eject if the computer is still writing to the diskette.

To eject a diskette, complete the following steps:

1.Push the Diskette Eject button. The diskette will eject from the drive.

2.Remove the diskette from the drive.

OR

From the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer Gicon.

3.Right-click the 3½ Floppy (A:)Hicon, then select Eject. The diskette will eject from the drive.

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Contents Mobile Internet PC Features Guide Contents Mobile Internet PC Features Iii Learning About Your Modem Index Vi Table of Contents Text Conventions Using This GuideSpecial Messages TroubleshootingLocating Help GlossaryComments about this Guide Understanding Your Service and Support Options4Using This Guide Checking Your Connections Introducing Your Mobile Internet PCFront Components Front of Your Mobile Internet PCInternet Zone Buttons and Lights 4Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC Internet Zone Buttons Using Your Keyboard to Access the InternetUnited States All Other Countries Outside Disabling and Enabling the Internet Zone Buttons Reprogramming Your Internet Zone ButtonsLeft Panel Components Left Panel of Your Mobile Internet PCRight Panel Components Right Panel of Your Mobile Internet PCBack Panel Components Back Panel of Your Mobile Internet PCBottom Components Bottom of Your Mobile Internet PCInserting the Battery Charging the Battery Removing the BatteryBattery Charging Time Spare or Extra BatteriesUnplugging the Computer from AC Power Plugging In Your Computer to AC PowerStandard Off Mode Mobile Internet PC FeaturesTurning On Your Mobile Internet PC Turning Off Your Mobile Internet PC ProperlyRecovering from a Locked Program Recovering from a Locked Program or SystemFull Off Main Power Off Mode Recovering from a Locked System Using the Numeric Keypad Understanding Your Computer Status Lights Using the Scroll ButtonIcon Functions Understanding Your Status DisplayUsing the Function Keys Function Keys User-Programmable KeysAdjusting the Volume Using Windows Adjusting the VolumeUsing Disqplay2 Button Functions Playing Audio CDs Using Disqplay2 Using Repeat All Using Repeat TrackConnecting and Enabling TV-Out Setting Up Your TV-Out ConnectionAdjusting the Television Screen Setting Up Your Television FormatIntroducing Your SuperDisk Drive available on select models Features of Your SuperDisk DriveSwitching Between Displays Ejecting a Diskette Using Your SuperDisk DriveInserting a Diskette Manually Ejecting a Diskette Write-Protecting a Diskette Creating a Startup SuperDisk DisketteFormatting a SuperDisk Diskette Enabling and Disabling the SuperDisk Accelerator SuperDisk Copy DiskSuperDisk Accelerator Icon Handling and Storing Diskettes22Mobile Internet PC Features Identifying Your Modem Performance FeaturesLearning About Your Modem Understanding Point-to-Point Connections 56K ITU V.90 StandardSetting Up a Network Connecting Your Mobile Internet PC to a NetworkHardware Installation Hardware RequirementsSelect Microsoft Installing the Network ProtocolsDo not use any blank spaces in the Computer name box Creating a Shared Folder Sharing FoldersFile Security Sharing a Folder Setting Up Printer SharingSharing Printers Disabling Printer Sharing Connecting to a Shared Printer\My Documents\Shared Files Mapping a Network Drive8Connecting Your Mobile Internet PC to a Network Adding More Memory Installing Memory Expansion ModulesUpgrading Your Mobile Internet PC 2Upgrading Your Mobile Internet PC PC Card Types What Are PC Cards?Inserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card Compaq-Compatible PC Cards Using Network PC CardsPC Card Software Configuring PC CardsVendor-Provided PC Card Software Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 Index-4 Index-5 Index-6

1800 Series specifications

The Compaq 1800 Series, introduced in the late 1990s, was a significant line of portable computers that catered to the growing demand for mobile computing. This series was designed to provide a blend of performance, portability, and a range of features that appealed to both business professionals and tech enthusiasts.

One of the key features of the Compaq 1800 Series was its robust design, which ensured durability while maintaining a sleek profile. The laptops came equipped with a 15-inch active matrix display, offering bright colors and good visibility, making it ideal for presentations and multimedia use. The machines were powered by Intel processors, particularly the Pentium III and Pentium 4, which delivered commendable performance for the applications of that era.

In terms of memory and storage, the Compaq 1800 Series supported substantial RAM configurations, often accommodating up to 1 GB, which allowed users to run multiple applications smoothly. Storage options included hard drives with capacities of up to 30 GB, providing ample space for documents, multimedia files, and software.

The series also emphasized connectivity, featuring multiple ports, including USB, serial, and parallel ports, along with PC Card slots for expansion. This made it easier for users to connect various peripherals such as printers, mice, and external storage devices, thus increasing the laptop's functionality. Additionally, built-in network options included 10/100 Ethernet and modem capabilities, allowing for internet connectivity in both home and office environments.

Another standout characteristic of the Compaq 1800 Series was its user-friendly interface and software bundle, which included the Windows operating system along with various productivity applications. This made it convenient for users to get started right out of the box.

Battery life was also a consideration for the 1800 Series, as it aimed to provide several hours of usage on a single charge, making it suitable for users who needed to work remotely or while traveling.

Overall, the Compaq 1800 Series represented a significant step forward in laptop technology during its time, combining reliable hardware, user-friendly design, and essential features to meet the demands of a diverse user base. Its legacy persists as a reminder of the evolution of portable computing and the growing importance of mobile technology in everyday life.
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