Mobile Internet PC Features 3-21

To disable the Staging Area, complete the following steps:

1.Right-click the SuperDisk Accelerator Picon on the Windows Taskbar. If the Staging Area is enabled, the Staging Enabled option will be checked.

2.Click Staging Disabled.

SuperDisk Accelerator Icon

The SuperDisk Accelerator Picon is located in you Windows Taskbar. SuperDisk Accelerator Picon changes color during different SuperDisk activity states. The following table describes what each color represents.

 

 

SuperDisk Accelerator Icon Colors

Color

 

Description

Light gray disk/

 

The Staging Area is enabled. No SuperDisk write activity is taking

yellow shutter

 

place.

 

 

 

 

 

Files/folders are being transferred to the SuperDisk diskette with the

Brown disk

 

Staging Area enabled. The color progressively turns to gray as the

 

data is written to the diskette. You can place your cursor over the icon

 

 

 

 

to display the amount of data transfer remaining.

 

 

 

Yellow disk

 

A file was successfully saved to a SuperDisk diskette and the file

 

remains open.

 

 

 

 

 

Light gray disk/

 

The Staging Area is disabled.

black shutter

 

 

 

 

 

 

Handling and Storing Diskettes

CAUTION: Do not ship or move your computer with a SuperDisk diskette in the drive.

`will sustain no damage during shipping or moving. The mechanism remains unlocked and subject to damage when a diskette is loaded. Use the cases provided with your SuperDisk diskettes for storing and transporting the diskettes.The diskette mechanism locks in place when a diskette is ejected to ensure the drive

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Compaq 1800 Series manual Handling and Storing Diskettes, SuperDisk Accelerator Icon

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.