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Compaq E500 specifications Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light, Turning Beeps On or Off

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Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light

When the computer beeps while the Power/Suspend light is blinking, the computer has initiated Suspend. See Chapter 5 for more information on using Suspend.

NOTE: When the computer is in Suspend and a low battery condition occurs, you cannot press the power button or suspend button to exit Suspend. Connect the computer to AC power until a fully charged battery is available.

See the following section, “Turning Beeps On or Off,” to avoid being alerted with system beeps.

Turning Beeps On or Off

Based on the type of beeps to be turned on or off, do one of the following:

■To enable or disable PC Card beeps, click Control Panel⊕ double-click PC Card icon⊕Global Settings tab, then click the Disable PC Card Sound Effects box.

■To disable only low battery warning beeps, click Start⊕ Settings⊕Control Panel⊕double-click Power⊕Power Properties⊕Conservation Settings tab. Then click the Warning Beeps Off button.

NOTE: Application-specific beeps must be controlled through the application software.

Using Battery Packs 4-7

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Compaq E500 specifications Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light, Turning Beeps On or Off

Contents

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 Setting TouchPad Preferences Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad ProceduresProcedure TaskPointing-Stick Components Navigating with the Pointing-Stick Pointing-Stick Procedures EasyPoint IV pointing stick model Setting Pointing-Stick PreferencesHotkeys Quick Reference Using HotkeysFn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll Lock⊕Scroll Lock+F10 Task HotkeysAdjusting System Volume Switching the ImageHotkeys Quick Reference Task Press Fn+F5+M orViewing Battery Status Setting a Power Conservation LevelAdjusting Panel Contrast Initiating Quick ControlsBrightness 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 Maximizing Battery Pack Life Storing a Battery PackRecommended Battery Pack Storage Temperatures Storage TimeRecycling 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 Bay Configuration Bay ConfigurationFunctional Bay Devices Supported Power State Working with Removable Drives and Device BaysCaring 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 Uninstalling the Modem Using Modem Commands and Dial ModifiersUsing the Modem While Traveling Internationally Using a Country-Specific Modem AdapterSelecting 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 VideoIdentifying the Audio Components Using Audio FeaturesAudio Components Component1Audio 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 Attaching a Hard Drive Adapter Upgrading the Hard DriveAdding an Internal Modem Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard DriveObtaining Customized Update Information With Info Messenger Maintenance and Travel UidelinesObtaining Software Updates and Enhancements By Subscription Updating the SystemUpdating 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 TroubleshootingProblem Solving Audio ProblemsSolution Possible CauseSolving 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 Japanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice Battery NoticeAirline Travel Notice Energy Star CompliancePower 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 When Installing Internal Components When Handling Removable DrivesElectrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic DischargeGrounding Methods Electrical Ratings for AC Adapter SpecificationsIndex Index2Index Index 4Index Index 6Index QuickRestore CD-ROMs,12-4 8Index Index