Presario 1800/1800T Series
Models: XL280, XL380, XL381,
and XL390
PC Card Solutions
The following table lists some causes and solutions for PC card problems.
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Problem | Probable Cause | Solution(s) | |
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While turned on, the Notebook does not beep when a PC card is inserted.
PC card modem, fax, or network card does not work.
PC card modem or fax card does not work.
Card is not inserted properly.
PC card beeps are disabled.
Speaker is turned off or volume is turned down.
PC card drivers are not installed.
Card or card driver is not supported.
Card is not fully inserted into the slot or is not inserted properly.
Telephone cord is not plugged in all the way.
Necessary drivers are not installed (enabled).
You are trying to access the card using the wrong COM port.
The card conflicts with a serial device.
Make sure that the card is inserted properly.
From Control Panel,
PC Card sound effects.
Press Volume buttons to turn the speaker on and then increase the volume.
From Control Panel,
If PC card or drivers are not compatible with Windows, install drivers and use the PC card in
Contact a Compaq authorized Service Provider for a list of PC cards tested sucessfully in Compaq platforms.
Ensure that the card is inserted in the slot in the correct orientation.
Check and secure telephone connection.
Install drivers.
See the Specifications chapter to verify the correct COM port.
See the Specifications chapter to verify the correct address.
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