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chapter 10

USING AUDIO FEATURES

Identifying the Audio Components	10-1
Using Internal and External Microphones	10-2
Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones	10-3
Controlling Audio Volume	10-3
Speaker Ports	10-4
chapter 11
UPGRADING THE COMPUTER
Upgrading System Memory	11-1
Checking the Amount of Memory	11-1
Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board	11-2
Inserting a Memory Expansion Board	11-2
Removing a Memory Expansion Board	11-4
Upgrading the Hard Drive	11-6
Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard Drive	11-6
Attaching a Hard Drive Adapter	11-6
Adding an Internal Modem	11-6
chapter 12
MAINTENANCE & TRAVEL GUIDELINES
Updating the System	12-1
Obtaining Customized Update Information
with Info Messenger	12-1
Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements
by Subscription	12-1
Obtaining Software Updates from the Compaq
Internet Site	12-2
Ordering Preinstalled Software	12-2
Updating the System ROM	12-2
Reinstalling Software	12-4
Caring for the Computer	12-4
Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel	12-5
Traveling with the Computer	12-5

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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 USB Troubleshooting Compaq 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 Preface Using this Guide Finding Assistance Getting Started Identifying Packing Box Contents Function Identifying Hardware Components1Component Or damage to the equipment Front Components ComputerFront Components Front Components 3Component Left Side Components Left Side Components Component1 Function Right Side ComponentsRight Side Components Infrared port Composite TV-Out jack Tilt foot Right Side Components Component7 Function Rear Components Rear Components Bottom Components Bottom Components Status Indicator Lights Status Indicator Lights Using the Pointing Device Using the Keyboard Identifying1 TouchPad Components Task Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad ProceduresSetting TouchPad Preferences Procedure Pointing-Stick Components Navigating with the Pointing-Stick Pointing-Stick Procedures EasyPoint IV pointing stick model Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences Task Hotkeys Using HotkeysHotkeys Quick Reference Fn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll Lock⊕Scroll Lock+F10 Press Fn+F5+M or Switching the ImageAdjusting System Volume Hotkeys Quick Reference Task Initiating Quick Controls Setting a Power Conservation LevelViewing Battery Status Adjusting Panel Contrast Stretching Text BrightnessDisplaying System Information Fn+Num Lk Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Enabling the Keypad at Startup Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys Learning About Battery Packs Using Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs Using a New Battery Pack Removing the Primary Battery Pack Inserting and Removing the Primary Battery Pack Inserting the Primary Battery Pack Storage Time Storing a Battery PackMaximizing Battery Pack Life Recommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures System Beeps Recycling Used Battery PacksBeeps with a Blinking Battery Charge Light Turning Beeps On or Off Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light Recommended Power Source Managing PowerSelecting a Power Source Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation Task Procedure Result Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure Managing Low-Battery ConditionsIdentifying Low-Battery Conditions Managing Power If external power is available, do one of the following Resolving Low-Battery Conditions If you are charging the battery pack in the computer Charging a Battery Pack Using 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 Running a Calibration Battery Number Battery Pack Location Stopping a Calibration Using Power Preferences Preference Setting Power Preferences Windows 95 and Windows NTProcedure from Control Panel 14Managing Power To access most power preference settings-Select Setting Power Preferences in Windows Turning Auto Insert Notification On or Off Conserving Battery PowerBattery Power Conservation Checklist Conserving Battery Power in Windows Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT Working with Removable Drives and Device Bays Bay ConfigurationBay Configuration Functional Bay Devices Supported Power State Caring for Removable Drives Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot Type of Drive Diskettes Accepted Selecting Diskettes Inserting a DualBay Device DualBay Devices Removing a DualBay Device Second Battery Pack Inserting a MultiBay Device MultiBay Devices Removing a MultiBay Device Using a Second Hard Drive Removing a Compact Disc Manually Ejecting a Compact Disc Using the LS-120 DriveUsing the Third Battery Pack Connecting the Modem Cable Using AN Internal Modem Selecting Communication Software Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter Using Modem Commands and Dial ModifiersUninstalling the Modem Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration Check the telephone line type-the modem requires an Travel Connection Checklist 6Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models Connecting an External Monitor Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard If you are running Windows 95 or later to ensure that Connecting a Television Monitor Connecting a Parallel Printer Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing DeviceConnecting a Serial Printer Connecting Infrared Equipment Enabling the Infrared Port Configuring the Infrared Port Connecting to a Docking Device Connecting USB Peripherals Inserting 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 Stopping a PC Card Zoomed Video Component1 Using Audio FeaturesIdentifying the Audio Components Audio Components Audio Components Component3 Using Internal and External Microphones Controlling Audio Volume Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones Speaker Ports Checking the Amount of Memory Upgrading the ComputerUpgrading System Memory Inserting a Memory Expansion Board Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board External cables during this step Removing a Memory Expansion Board Upgrading the Computer Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard Drive Upgrading the Hard DriveAttaching a Hard Drive Adapter Adding an Internal Modem Updating the System Maintenance and Travel UidelinesObtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements By Subscription Updating the System ROM Displayingn the Version of the Installed System ROM Obtaining a System ROM Installing a System ROM from a Diskette Caring for the Computer Reinstalling Software Traveling with the Computer Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel If you are traveling internationally Types of Security Security Features Using the Cable Lock Entering a Power-On Password Using the Power-On PasswordEstablishing the Power-On Password Country Key Character Changing the Power-On Password If You Forget Your Power-On Password Deleting the Power-On Password Enabling Quick Controls Using Quick Controls Establishing the Setup Password Using the Setup Password Changing the Setup Password Entering the Setup Password Enabling and Disabling Devices Deleting the Setup Password DriveLock Overview User and Master Passwords Overview Establishing DriveLock Protection Changing the User or Master Password Removing DriveLock Protection Intelligent Manageability Overview Intelligent Manageability Asset Management Fault Management Alerts Fault Management Security Management Configuration Management Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Computer Setup Diagnostics Utilities Using Computer Setup To do this Selecting from the File MenuBegin here Begin here To do this Selecting from the Security Menu Selecting from the Advanced Menu Running a Diagnostic Test Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Troubleshooting Checklist Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solving Audio ProblemsProblem Solution Solving Audio Problems Possible Cause Solution 16-4Troubleshooting Solving Battery Problems Solving Battery Problems Possible Cause Solution Problem Possible Cause Solution Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems Problem Possible Cause Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Solution Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Memory Problems Solving Keyboard Problems ATX3DT Solving Modem Problems ATM1 Solving ModemProblems Possible Cause Solution Modem 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 PC Card Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving Power Problems Solving Printer Problems Solving Screen Problems Solving Screen Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving Software Application Problems Solving Pointing Device Problems There is an interrupt request IRQ conflict Solving Infrared Problems Solving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving USB Problems Preparing to Call Technical Support Compaq Customer Support Country Location Code Telephone Number Worldwide Telephone NumbersWorldwide Telephone Numbers Brazil Colombia Greece Korea Norway Sweden Venezuela Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Regulatory Notices Cables Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications European Notice Canadian NoticeAvis Canadien Energy Star Compliance Battery NoticeJapanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice Airline Travel Notice Power Cords Laser Information Laser SafetyCdrh Regulations Regulations Governing Use of Modems Safety Precautions for Modems 8Regulatory Notices Canadian Regulations Governing Use of Modems Telephone Consumer Protection Act New Zealand Modem Statements Regulatory Notices B-11 Macrovision Corporation Notice Preventing Electrostatic Discharge When Handling Removable DrivesWhen Installing Internal Components Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Electrical Ratings for AC Adapter Specifications Index Index 2Index Index 4Index Index 6Index QuickRestore CD-ROMs,12-4 8Index Index