cigarette lighter receptacle.

Plug an optional aircraft power adapter into the power connector on the computer and into the in-seat power supply available on some commercial aircraft.

An optional aircraft power adapter can be used to run the computer, but cannot be used to charge a battery pack.

If a charged battery pack is available, press the suspend button to initiate Suspend (standby), then remove the discharged battery pack and insert a charged battery pack.

If neither external power nor a charged battery pack is available, press Fn + the suspend button to initiate Hibernation.

or

Save your work, then shut down the computer.

Restoring from Hibernation after Resolving a Critical Low-Battery Condition

Slide the power switch. If the computer does not have enough power to restore your work:

1.Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to abort the restoration.

2.Insert a charged battery pack or connect the computer to external power.

3.Slide the power switch.

Charging a Battery Pack

A battery pack can be recharged wherever external power is available.

NOTE: Charging may be delayed if a battery pack is new, has not been used for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than a comfortable room temperature.

To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays:

●Allow a battery pack to discharge to the low-battery level through normal use before charging it.

●When you charge a battery pack, charge it fully.

●Before charging a new battery pack or a battery pack that has not been used for two weeks or more, calibrate the new battery pack or check the calibration on the unused battery pack.

Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack

Using the Battery Status Tab

To access the Battery Status tab, press the Fn+F8 hotkeys or select Start-> Setting -> Control Panel power icon (named Power, Power Management, or Compaq Power, depending on your operating system),

then select the Battery Status tab.

To display the location of a listed battery, select the corresponding battery icon. A lightning bolt icon beside a battery icon indicates that the battery pack in that location is charging.

Using the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon

The battery meter icon, called the power meter icon in Windows 98, changes shape to indicate whether the computer is running on external power or on a full, half-full, or nearly discharged battery pack.

To display the battery meter icon in the taskbar, select Start->Settings-> Control Panel-> Power Management-> Power Meter tab, then select the Show Power Meter on the Taskbar check box.

Using the Power or Power Meter Tab

To access the tab select Start-> Settings -> Control Panel-> Power Management-> Power Meter tab.

●To view the combined percent of total power remaining in all battery packs in the system, clear the Show the Status of All Batteries check box.

●To view the percent of total power remaining in each battery pack in the system, select the Show the Status of All Batteries check box. The three numbered icons correspond as follows to battery pack locations.

Icon

Battery Pack Location

1Primary Bay

2

DualBay

3

MultiBay

Calibrating a Battery Pack

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190 specifications

The Compaq 190, a significant player in the evolution of portable computing, was unveiled in the early 1990s at a time when the demand for mobility in technology was surging. As a member of Compaq's renowned line of portable PCs, the Compaq 190 was a bridge between desktop power and laptop convenience, offering an impressive array of features and technologies that appealed to both business professionals and technology enthusiasts.

One of the main features of the Compaq 190 was its compact size. Weighing under 10 pounds, it was designed for easy transport, allowing users to work remotely without sacrificing performance. The device was equipped with a 10.4-inch LCD display, providing a balance between portability and screen real estate. This display was notable for its clarity, allowing users to engage with applications effectively, whether in an office setting or on the go.

Under the hood, the Compaq 190 was powered by an Intel CPU, commonly featuring early generations of the Intel 386 processor. This gave the laptop the capability to run various software applications efficiently, making it suitable for word processing, spreadsheets, and basic graphical tasks. Furthermore, the inclusion of a built-in hard drive, typically around 40 MB, provided ample storage for documents and applications of that era.

In terms of connectivity, the Compaq 190 was equipped with standard ports of the time, including serial and parallel ports, allowing users to connect external devices such as printers and modems. The addition of a PCMCIA slot supported expansion, enabling users to enhance functionality with network cards, additional storage, or even modems for internet connectivity.

Battery life was another essential characteristic of the Compaq 190, with options available for extended use. Users could expect several hours of operation away from an electrical outlet, a crucial feature for professionals frequently traveling for work.

Overall, the Compaq 190 represented a pivotal moment in portable computing technology. With its combination of portability, processing power, and essential features, it offered solutions for a generation that valued both functionality and mobility. The legacy of the Compaq 190 continues to influence the design and capabilities of modern laptops, reminding us of the early advancements that paved the way for today’s computing devices.
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