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Troubleshooting
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Error codes
Fault Management
Connecting External Devices
Bay Configuration
Solving Audio Problems
Running a Diagnostic Test
Using the Setup Password
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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
USB
Compaq Computer Corporation
Contents
Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation
Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95
Connecting to a Docking Device
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Appendix a
Using this Guide
Preface
Getting Started
Finding Assistance
Identifying Packing Box Contents
Function
Identifying Hardware Components
1Component
Or damage to the equipment
Front Components
Computer
Front Components
Front Components 3Component
Left Side Components
Left Side Components
Component1 Function
Right Side Components
Right Side Components
Right Side Components Component7 Function
Infrared port Composite TV-Out jack Tilt foot
Rear Components
Rear Components
Bottom Components
Bottom Components
Status Indicator Lights
Status Indicator Lights
Using the Keyboard
Using the Pointing Device
Identifying1 TouchPad Components
Procedure
Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad Procedures
Setting TouchPad Preferences
Task
Pointing-Stick Components
Navigating with the Pointing-Stick Pointing-Stick Procedures
Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences
EasyPoint IV pointing stick model
Fn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll Lock⊕Scroll Lock+F10
Using Hotkeys
Hotkeys Quick Reference
Task Hotkeys
Hotkeys Quick Reference Task
Switching the Image
Adjusting System Volume
Press Fn+F5+M or
Adjusting Panel Contrast
Setting a Power Conservation Level
Viewing Battery Status
Initiating Quick Controls
Stretching Text
Brightness
Displaying System Information
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
Fn+Num Lk
Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys
Enabling the Keypad at Startup
Using Battery Packs
Learning About Battery Packs
Using a New Battery Pack
Charging Battery Packs
Inserting and Removing the Primary Battery Pack
Removing the Primary Battery Pack
Inserting the Primary Battery Pack
Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures
Storing a Battery Pack
Maximizing Battery Pack Life
Storage Time
System Beeps
Recycling Used Battery Packs
Beeps with a Blinking Battery Charge Light
Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light
Turning Beeps On or Off
Recommended Power Source
Managing Power
Selecting a Power Source
Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation
Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation
Task Procedure Result
Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure
Managing Low-Battery Conditions
Identifying Low-Battery Conditions
Managing Power
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
If external power is available, do one of the following
Charging a Battery Pack
If you are charging the battery pack in the computer
Using the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon
Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack
Using the Battery Status Tab
Windows NT
Using the Power or Power Meter Tab
Windows 95 and Windows
Calibrating a Battery Pack
Battery Number Battery Pack Location
Running a Calibration
Using Power Preferences
Stopping a Calibration
Preference
Setting Power Preferences Windows 95 and Windows NT
Procedure from Control Panel
14Managing Power
Setting Power Preferences in Windows
To access most power preference settings-Select
Turning Auto Insert Notification On or Off
Conserving Battery Power
Battery Power Conservation Checklist
Conserving Battery Power in Windows
Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT
Functional Bay Devices Supported Power State
Bay Configuration
Bay Configuration
Working with Removable Drives and Device Bays
Caring for Removable Drives
Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot
Selecting Diskettes
Type of Drive Diskettes Accepted
DualBay Devices
Inserting a DualBay Device
Second Battery Pack
Removing a DualBay Device
MultiBay Devices
Inserting a MultiBay Device
Using a Second Hard Drive
Removing a MultiBay Device
Removing a Compact Disc
Manually Ejecting a Compact Disc
Using the LS-120 Drive
Using the Third Battery Pack
Using AN Internal Modem
Connecting the Modem Cable
Selecting Communication Software
Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally
Using Modem Commands and Dial Modifiers
Uninstalling the Modem
Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter
Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration
Travel Connection Checklist
Check the telephone line type-the modem requires an
6Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models
Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard
Connecting an External Monitor
Connecting a Television Monitor
If you are running Windows 95 or later to ensure that
Connecting a Parallel Printer
Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing Device
Connecting a Serial Printer
Connecting Infrared Equipment
Configuring the Infrared Port
Enabling the Infrared Port
Connecting USB Peripherals
Connecting to a Docking Device
Inserting a PC Card
Using PC Cards
PC Card Types
2Using PC Cards
Removing a PC Card
PC Card Device Drivers
Changing PC Card Settings
Managing PC Card Power
Zoomed Video
Stopping a PC Card
Audio Components
Using Audio Features
Identifying the Audio Components
Component1
Using Internal and External Microphones
Audio Components Component3
Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones
Controlling Audio Volume
Speaker Ports
Checking the Amount of Memory
Upgrading the Computer
Upgrading System Memory
Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board
Inserting a Memory Expansion Board
External cables during this step
Removing a Memory Expansion Board
Upgrading the Computer
Adding an Internal Modem
Upgrading the Hard Drive
Attaching a Hard Drive Adapter
Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard Drive
Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements By Subscription
Maintenance and Travel Uidelines
Obtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger
Updating the System
Displayingn the Version of the Installed System ROM
Updating the System ROM
Installing a System ROM from a Diskette
Obtaining a System ROM
Reinstalling Software
Caring for the Computer
Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel
Traveling with the Computer
If you are traveling internationally
Security Features
Types of Security
Using the Cable Lock
Entering a Power-On Password
Using the Power-On Password
Establishing the Power-On Password
Changing the Power-On Password
Country Key Character
Deleting the Power-On Password
If You Forget Your Power-On Password
Using Quick Controls
Enabling Quick Controls
Using the Setup Password
Establishing the Setup Password
Entering the Setup Password
Changing the Setup Password
Deleting the Setup Password
Enabling and Disabling Devices
User and Master Passwords Overview
DriveLock Overview
Establishing DriveLock Protection
Changing the User or Master Password
Removing DriveLock Protection
Intelligent Manageability
Intelligent Manageability Overview
Asset Management
Fault Management
Fault Management Alerts
Configuration Management
Security Management
Computer Setup Diagnostics Utilities
Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows
Using Computer Setup
To do this
Selecting from the File Menu
Begin here
Selecting from the Security Menu
Begin here To do this
Selecting from the Advanced Menu
Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows
Running a Diagnostic Test
Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Checklist
Solution
Solving Audio Problems
Problem
Possible Cause
Solving 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 Solution
Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems
Problem Possible Cause
Solution
Solving Hard Drive Problems
Solving Hardware Installation Problems
Solving Keyboard Problems
Solving Memory Problems
Solving Modem Problems
ATX3DT
Solving ModemProblems Possible Cause Solution
ATM1
Modem is connected to a digital line. Note
Solving Modem Problems Possible Cause Solution
Solving Modem Problems
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Solving PC Card Problems
Solving PC Card Problems Possible Cause
Solving PC Card Problems
Solving Power Problems
Solving PC Card Problems Possible Cause Solution
Solving 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 conflict
Solving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Solution
Solving USB Problems
Compaq Customer Support
Preparing to Call Technical Support
Country Location Code Telephone Number
Worldwide Telephone Numbers
Worldwide Telephone Numbers
Brazil
Colombia
Greece
Korea
Norway
Sweden
Venezuela
Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Agency Series Numbers
Cables
Federal Communications Commission Notice
Modifications
European Notice
Canadian Notice
Avis Canadien
Airline Travel Notice
Battery Notice
Japanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice
Energy Star Compliance
Power Cords
Laser Information
Laser Safety
Cdrh Regulations
Safety Precautions for Modems
Regulations Governing Use of Modems
8Regulatory Notices
Telephone Consumer Protection Act
Canadian Regulations Governing Use of Modems
New Zealand Modem Statements
Regulatory Notices B-11
Macrovision Corporation Notice
Electrostatic Discharge
When Handling Removable Drives
When Installing Internal Components
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
Grounding Methods
Specifications
Electrical Ratings for AC Adapter
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