Troubleshooting

 

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Advanced Menu (Continued)

 

 

Select

To Do This

 

 

Device Options

■ Change the parallel port mode from EPP

(continued)

(Enhanced Parallel Port [default]) to

 

standard, bidirectional, EPP or ECP

 

(Enhanced Capabilities Port).

 

■ Set video-out mode to NTSC (default), PAL,

 

NTSC-J, or PAL-M.*

 

■ Enable/disable all settings in the SpeedStep

 

window. (When Disable is selected, the

 

computer runs in Battery Optimized mode.)

 

■ Specify how the computer recognizes

 

multiple identical docking bases that are

 

identically equipped. (Select Disable to

 

recognize the docking bases as a single

 

docking base; select Enable to recognize

 

the docking bases individually, by serial

 

number.)

 

■ Enable/disable the reporting of the

 

processor serial number by the processor to

 

the software.

 

 

HDD Self Test Options

Run a quick comprehensive self test on hard

 

drives in the system that support the test

 

features.

*Video modes vary even within regions. However, NTSC is common in North America; PAL, in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East; NTSC-J, in Japan; and PAL-M, in Brazil. Other South and Central American regions may use NTSC, PAL, or PAL-M.

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Evo N800c Series, Evo N800w Series, Presario 2800, Evo N800v Series specifications

The Compaq Evo N800 series and Presario 2800 series represent a blend of portability, performance, and versatility suited primarily for business and educational environments during the early 2000s. These laptops were designed to meet the demands of users requiring reliable computing on the go.

The Compaq Evo N800v series is particularly notable for its robust design, featuring a magnesium alloy chassis that contributes to durability while maintaining a relatively lightweight profile. This series is powered by Intel’s Pentium 4 processors, offering solid performance for multitasking and running various applications. Equipped with a 15-inch TFT display, the N800v provided crisp visuals, making it suitable for presentations and prolonged work sessions. The inclusion of an expansive keyboard and touchpad also enhanced the user experience, facilitating easier navigation and typing.

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The Evo N800c series distinguished itself with its focus on expandability and upgrade options. Users could enhance their laptops with additional RAM and larger hard drives, accommodating the increasing need for storage in professional settings. This series was often favored for its business-class support services and reliability, streamlining IT management in corporate environments.

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