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Compaq E500 specifications Taking a Look At the Computer

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Taking A Look At the Computer

Front Components

Left Side Components

Right Side Components

Rear Components

Bottom Components

Status Indicator Lights

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Compaq E500 specifications Taking a Look At the Computer

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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 TroubleshootingCompaq 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 GuideFinding Assistance Getting StartedIdentifying Packing Box Contents Identifying Hardware Components 1ComponentFunction Or damage to the equipment Computer Front ComponentsFront Components Front Components 3Component Left Side Components Left Side ComponentsRight Side Components Right Side ComponentsComponent1 Function Infrared port Composite TV-Out jack Tilt foot Right Side Components Component7 FunctionRear Components Rear ComponentsBottom Components Bottom ComponentsStatus Indicator Lights Status Indicator LightsUsing the Pointing Device Using the KeyboardIdentifying1 TouchPad Components Task Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad ProceduresSetting TouchPad Preferences ProcedurePointing-Stick Components Navigating with the Pointing-Stick Pointing-Stick Procedures EasyPoint IV pointing stick model Setting Pointing-Stick PreferencesTask Hotkeys Using HotkeysHotkeys Quick Reference Fn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll Lock⊕Scroll Lock+F10Press Fn+F5+M or Switching the ImageAdjusting System Volume Hotkeys Quick Reference TaskInitiating Quick Controls Setting a Power Conservation LevelViewing Battery Status Adjusting Panel ContrastBrightness Displaying System InformationStretching Text Fn+Num Lk Using the Embedded Numeric KeypadEnabling the Keypad at Startup Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard KeysLearning About Battery Packs Using Battery PacksCharging Battery Packs Using a New Battery PackRemoving the Primary Battery Pack Inserting and Removing the Primary Battery PackInserting the Primary Battery Pack Storage Time Storing a Battery PackMaximizing Battery Pack Life Recommended Battery Pack Storage TemperaturesRecycling Used Battery Packs Beeps with a Blinking Battery Charge LightSystem Beeps Turning Beeps On or Off Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend LightManaging Power Selecting a Power SourceRecommended Power Source Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation Task Procedure Result Using Standby Suspend and HibernationManaging Low-Battery Conditions Identifying Low-Battery ConditionsUsing Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure Managing Power If external power is available, do one of the following Resolving Low-Battery ConditionsIf you are charging the battery pack in the computer Charging a Battery PackMonitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Using the Battery Status TabUsing the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon Using the Power or Power Meter Tab Windows 95 and WindowsWindows NT Calibrating a Battery Pack Running a Calibration Battery Number Battery Pack LocationStopping a Calibration Using Power PreferencesSetting Power Preferences Windows 95 and Windows NT Procedure from Control PanelPreference 14Managing Power To access most power preference settings-Select Setting Power Preferences in WindowsConserving Battery Power Battery Power Conservation ChecklistTurning Auto Insert Notification On or Off 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 StateCaring for Removable Drives Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot Type of Drive Diskettes Accepted Selecting DiskettesInserting a DualBay Device DualBay DevicesRemoving a DualBay Device Second Battery PackInserting a MultiBay Device MultiBay DevicesRemoving a MultiBay Device Using a Second Hard DriveRemoving a Compact Disc Using the LS-120 Drive Using the Third Battery PackManually Ejecting a Compact Disc Connecting the Modem Cable Using AN Internal ModemSelecting Communication Software Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter Using Modem Commands and Dial ModifiersUninstalling the Modem Using the Modem While Traveling InternationallySelecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration Check the telephone line type-the modem requires an Travel Connection Checklist6Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models Connecting an External Monitor Connecting an External Enhanced KeyboardIf you are running Windows 95 or later to ensure that Connecting a Television MonitorConnecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing Device Connecting a Serial PrinterConnecting a Parallel Printer Connecting Infrared Equipment Enabling the Infrared Port Configuring the Infrared PortConnecting to a Docking Device Connecting USB PeripheralsUsing PC Cards PC Card TypesInserting a PC Card 2Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card Changing PC Card Settings Managing PC Card PowerPC Card Device Drivers Stopping a PC Card Zoomed VideoComponent1 Using Audio FeaturesIdentifying the Audio Components Audio ComponentsAudio Components Component3 Using Internal and External MicrophonesControlling Audio Volume Using Internal and External Speakers/HeadphonesSpeaker Ports Upgrading the Computer Upgrading System MemoryChecking the Amount of Memory Inserting a Memory Expansion Board Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion BoardExternal 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 ModemUpdating the System Maintenance and Travel UidelinesObtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements By SubscriptionUpdating the System ROM Displayingn the Version of the Installed System ROMObtaining a System ROM Installing a System ROM from a DisketteCaring for the Computer Reinstalling SoftwareTraveling with the Computer Preparing the Computer for Shipping or TravelIf you are traveling internationally Types of Security Security FeaturesUsing the Cable Lock Using the Power-On Password Establishing the Power-On PasswordEntering a Power-On Password Country Key Character Changing the Power-On PasswordIf You Forget Your Power-On Password Deleting the Power-On PasswordEnabling Quick Controls Using Quick ControlsEstablishing the Setup Password Using the Setup PasswordChanging the Setup Password Entering the Setup PasswordEnabling and Disabling Devices Deleting the Setup PasswordDriveLock Overview User and Master Passwords OverviewEstablishing DriveLock Protection Changing the User or Master Password Removing DriveLock Protection Intelligent Manageability Overview Intelligent ManageabilityAsset Management Fault Management Alerts Fault ManagementSecurity Management Configuration ManagementSelecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Computer Setup Diagnostics UtilitiesUsing Computer Setup Selecting from the File Menu Begin hereTo do this Begin here To do this Selecting from the Security MenuSelecting from the Advanced Menu Running a Diagnostic Test Using Compaq Diagnostics for WindowsComputer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Troubleshooting Checklist TroubleshootingPossible Cause Solving Audio ProblemsProblem SolutionSolving 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 ProblemsProblem Possible Cause Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive ProblemsSolution Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Memory Problems Solving Keyboard ProblemsATX3DT Solving Modem ProblemsATM1 Solving ModemProblems Possible Cause SolutionModem 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 ProblemsSolving 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 ProblemsSolving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Solution Solving USB Problems Preparing to Call Technical Support Compaq Customer SupportWorldwide Telephone Numbers Worldwide Telephone NumbersCountry Location Code Telephone Number Brazil Colombia Greece Korea Norway Sweden Venezuela Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsCables Canadian Notice Avis CanadienEuropean Notice Energy Star Compliance Battery NoticeJapanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice Airline Travel NoticePower Cords Laser Safety Cdrh RegulationsLaser Information Regulations Governing Use of Modems Safety Precautions for Modems8Regulatory Notices Canadian Regulations Governing Use of Modems Telephone Consumer Protection ActNew Zealand Modem Statements Regulatory Notices B-11 Macrovision Corporation Notice Preventing Electrostatic Discharge When Handling Removable DrivesWhen Installing Internal Components Electrostatic DischargeGrounding Methods Electrical Ratings for AC Adapter SpecificationsIndex Index2Index Index 4Index Index 6Index QuickRestore CD-ROMs,12-4 8Index Index