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Compaq E500 specifications Getting Started

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Getting Started

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Compaq E500 specifications Getting Started

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Compaq Armada E500 Getting Started Taking a Look At the Computer Using the Keyboard Using Battery Packs Managing Power Working with Removable Drives Device Bays Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models Connecting External Devices Using PC Cards Using Audio Features Upgrading the Computer Maintenance & Travel Guidelines Security Features Intelligent Manageability Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Troubleshooting USBCompaq Computer Corporation Contents Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 Connecting to a Docking Device 10-4 13-1 Appendix a Using this Guide PrefaceGetting Started Finding AssistanceIdentifying Packing Box Contents Function Identifying Hardware Components1Component Or damage to the equipment Front Components ComputerFront Components Front Components 3Component Left Side Components Left Side ComponentsComponent1 Function Right Side ComponentsRight Side Components Right Side Components Component7 Function Infrared port Composite TV-Out jack Tilt footRear Components Rear ComponentsBottom Components Bottom ComponentsStatus Indicator Lights Status Indicator LightsUsing the Keyboard Using the Pointing DeviceIdentifying1 TouchPad Components Procedure Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad ProceduresSetting TouchPad Preferences TaskPointing-Stick Components Navigating with the Pointing-Stick Pointing-Stick Procedures Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences EasyPoint IV pointing stick modelFn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll Lock⊕Scroll Lock+F10 Using HotkeysHotkeys Quick Reference Task HotkeysHotkeys Quick Reference Task Switching the ImageAdjusting System Volume Press Fn+F5+M orAdjusting Panel Contrast Setting a Power Conservation LevelViewing Battery Status Initiating Quick ControlsStretching Text BrightnessDisplaying System Information Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Fn+Num LkOperating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys Enabling the Keypad at StartupUsing Battery Packs Learning About Battery PacksUsing a New Battery Pack Charging Battery PacksInserting and Removing the Primary Battery Pack Removing the Primary Battery PackInserting the Primary Battery Pack Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures Storing a Battery PackMaximizing Battery Pack Life Storage TimeSystem Beeps Recycling Used Battery PacksBeeps with a Blinking Battery Charge Light Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light Turning Beeps On or OffRecommended Power Source Managing PowerSelecting a Power Source Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure ResultUsing Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure Managing Low-Battery ConditionsIdentifying Low-Battery Conditions Managing Power Resolving Low-Battery Conditions If external power is available, do one of the followingCharging a Battery Pack If you are charging the battery pack in the computerUsing the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon Monitoring the Charge in a Battery PackUsing the Battery Status Tab Windows NT Using the Power or Power Meter TabWindows 95 and Windows Calibrating a Battery Pack Battery Number Battery Pack Location Running a CalibrationUsing Power Preferences Stopping a CalibrationPreference Setting Power Preferences Windows 95 and Windows NTProcedure from Control Panel 14Managing Power Setting Power Preferences in Windows To access most power preference settings-SelectTurning Auto Insert Notification On or Off Conserving Battery PowerBattery Power Conservation Checklist Conserving Battery Power in Windows Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT Functional Bay Devices Supported Power State Bay ConfigurationBay Configuration Working with Removable Drives and Device BaysCaring for Removable Drives Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot Selecting Diskettes Type of Drive Diskettes AcceptedDualBay Devices Inserting a DualBay DeviceSecond Battery Pack Removing a DualBay DeviceMultiBay Devices Inserting a MultiBay DeviceUsing a Second Hard Drive Removing a MultiBay DeviceRemoving a Compact Disc Manually Ejecting a Compact Disc Using the LS-120 DriveUsing the Third Battery Pack Using AN Internal Modem Connecting the Modem CableSelecting Communication Software Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally Using Modem Commands and Dial ModifiersUninstalling the Modem Using a Country-Specific Modem AdapterSelecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration Travel Connection Checklist Check the telephone line type-the modem requires an6Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard Connecting an External MonitorConnecting a Television Monitor If you are running Windows 95 or later to ensure thatConnecting a Parallel Printer Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing DeviceConnecting a Serial Printer Connecting Infrared Equipment Configuring the Infrared Port Enabling the Infrared PortConnecting USB Peripherals Connecting to a Docking DeviceInserting a PC Card Using PC CardsPC Card Types 2Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card PC Card Device Drivers Changing PC Card SettingsManaging PC Card Power Zoomed Video Stopping a PC CardAudio Components Using Audio FeaturesIdentifying the Audio Components Component1Using Internal and External Microphones Audio Components Component3Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones Controlling Audio VolumeSpeaker Ports Checking the Amount of Memory Upgrading the ComputerUpgrading System Memory Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board Inserting a Memory Expansion BoardExternal cables during this step Removing a Memory Expansion Board Upgrading the Computer Adding an Internal Modem Upgrading the Hard DriveAttaching a Hard Drive Adapter Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard DriveObtaining Software Updates and Enhancements By Subscription Maintenance and Travel UidelinesObtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger Updating the SystemDisplayingn the Version of the Installed System ROM Updating the System ROMInstalling a System ROM from a Diskette Obtaining a System ROMReinstalling Software Caring for the ComputerPreparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel Traveling with the ComputerIf you are traveling internationally Security Features Types of SecurityUsing the Cable Lock Entering a Power-On Password Using the Power-On PasswordEstablishing the Power-On Password Changing the Power-On Password Country Key CharacterDeleting the Power-On Password If You Forget Your Power-On PasswordUsing Quick Controls Enabling Quick ControlsUsing the Setup Password Establishing the Setup PasswordEntering the Setup Password Changing the Setup PasswordDeleting the Setup Password Enabling and Disabling DevicesUser and Master Passwords Overview DriveLock OverviewEstablishing DriveLock Protection Changing the User or Master Password Removing DriveLock Protection Intelligent Manageability Intelligent Manageability OverviewAsset Management Fault Management Fault Management AlertsConfiguration Management Security ManagementComputer Setup Diagnostics Utilities Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for WindowsUsing Computer Setup To do this Selecting from the File MenuBegin here Selecting from the Security Menu Begin here To do thisSelecting from the Advanced Menu Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Running a Diagnostic TestComputer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ChecklistSolution Solving Audio ProblemsProblem Possible CauseSolving Audio Problems Possible Cause Solution 16-4Troubleshooting Solving Battery Problems Solving Battery Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems Problem Possible Cause SolutionSolving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Problem Possible CauseSolution Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Keyboard Problems Solving Memory ProblemsSolving Modem Problems ATX3DTSolving ModemProblems Possible Cause Solution ATM1Modem is connected to a digital line. Note Solving Modem Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving Modem Problems 16-18Troubleshooting Solving PC Card Problems Solving PC Card Problems Possible Cause Solving PC Card Problems Solving Power Problems Solving PC Card Problems Possible Cause SolutionSolving Printer Problems Solving Screen Problems Solving Screen Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving Software Application Problems Solving Pointing Device Problems Solving Infrared Problems There is an interrupt request IRQ conflictSolving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving USB Problems Compaq Customer Support Preparing to Call Technical SupportCountry Location Code Telephone Number Worldwide Telephone NumbersWorldwide Telephone Numbers Brazil Colombia Greece Korea Norway Sweden Venezuela Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency Series NumbersCables Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications European Notice Canadian NoticeAvis Canadien Airline Travel Notice Battery NoticeJapanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice Energy Star CompliancePower Cords Laser Information Laser SafetyCdrh Regulations Safety Precautions for Modems Regulations Governing Use of Modems8Regulatory Notices Telephone Consumer Protection Act Canadian Regulations Governing Use of ModemsNew Zealand Modem Statements Regulatory Notices B-11 Macrovision Corporation Notice Electrostatic Discharge When Handling Removable DrivesWhen Installing Internal Components Preventing Electrostatic DischargeGrounding Methods Specifications Electrical Ratings for AC AdapterIndex Index2Index Index 4Index Index 6Index QuickRestore CD-ROMs,12-4 8Index Index