Configuration Management | HP V300 manual

■QuickLock/QuickBlank— locks the keyboard and clears the screen.

■Ownership Tag— displays ownership information during system restart.

Configuration Management

Compaq provides you with support software to optimize the performance of your computer. This support software is distributed monthly on a CD-ROM that can be ordered from Compaq. Support software can also be downloaded from the Compaq Web site at www.compaq.com/support/files.

You can quickly locate support software for your computer by using the locator browser and Decision Support on the CD-ROM and Compaq Web site. To access support software:

■Locator browser— searches for the latest device drivers, utilities, ROM images, and other support software on a CD-ROM and at the Compaq Web site at www.compaq.com.

■Decision Support— provides detailed information about drivers, utilities, and software available on the computer. The information includes descriptions, features, enhancements, dependencies, and necessary upgrades.

Also available on the Compaq Web site:

Info Messenger— Provides Internet and email access to the latest software updates and service documentation. Once you register for this free service at the Compaq Web site at www.compaq.com and build your computer profile, Info Messenger will search the Compaq Web site and collect information specific to your computing environment. Info Messenger will then send an email alerting you when new and/or updated information is available on a Compaq customized Web page.

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HP V300 manual Configuration Management

Contents

Compaq Armada 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 Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Maximizing Battery Pack Life Selecting Diskettes MultiBay Devices 10-1 Upgrading the Computer 13-7 Appendix a Appendix D Directions could result in damage to equipment or loss Using this GuideInformation Getting Started Finding Assistance Identifying Packing Box Contents Component Function Identifying Hardware ComponentsFire, or damage to the equipment Front Components ComputerFront Components Stereo speakers Built-in speakers for high-quality Left Side Components Left Side Components Right Side Components Right Side Components Right Side Components Rear Components Rear Components Bottom Components Bottom Components Status Indicator Lights Status Indicator LightsLight Function Using the Keyboard Using the TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components Setting TouchPad Preferences Navigating with the TouchPad TouchPad ProceduresTask Procedure Fn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll LockÆScroll Lock+F10 Using HotkeysHotkeys Quick Reference Task Hotkeys Adjusting System Volume Switching the ImagePress Fn+F5+M or Adjusting Panel Contrast Setting a Power Conservation LevelViewing Battery Status Initiating Quick Controls Displaying System Information Adjusting BrightnessStretching Text Toggling the Keypad On and Off Using the Embedded Numeric KeypadFn+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 PackMaximizing Battery Pack Life Storage Time Temperature Range F Temperature Range C Beeps with a Blinking Battery Charge Light Recycling Used Battery PacksSystem Beeps Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light Turning Beeps On or Off Selecting a Power Source Managing PowerTask Recommended Power Source Using Suspend Standby and Hibernation Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Task Procedure Result Using Standby Suspend and Hibernation Managing Low-Battery Conditions Identifying Low-Battery Conditions 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 Status Tab Monitoring the Charge in a Battery PackUsing the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon Windows 95 and Windows Windows NT Calibrating a Battery Pack Using the Power or Power Meter Tab Running a Calibration Battery Number Battery Pack Location Stopping a Calibration Using Power Preferences Setting Power Preferences Windows 95 and Windows NT Preference Preference Procedure from Control Panel Setting Power Preferences in Windows Battery Power Conservation Checklist Conserving Battery PowerTurning 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 Caring for Removable Drives Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot Selecting Diskettes Type of Drive Diskettes Accepted MultiBay Devices Inserting a MultiBay Device Using a Second Hard Drive Removing a MultiBay Device Removing a Compact Disc Using the Second Battery Pack Using the LS-120 DriveManually Ejecting a Compact Disc Connecting the Modem Cable Using AN Internal ModemWhen opening the equipment’s enclosure RJ-45 jack Selecting Communication Software Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally Using Modem Commands and Dial ModifiersUninstalling the Modem Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration Travel Connection Checklist Using an Internal Modem Available on Select Models Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard Connecting an External Monitor Connecting a Television Monitor Connecting a Serial Printer Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing DeviceConnecting a Parallel Printer Connecting Infrared Equipment Configuring the Infrared Port Enabling the Infrared Port Connecting USB Peripherals Connecting to a Port Replicator PC Card Types Using PC CardsInserting a PC Card Using PC Cards Removing a PC Card Managing PC Card Power Changing PC Card SettingsPC Card Device Drivers Zoomed Video Stopping a PC Card Identifying the Audio Components Using Audio FeaturesAudio Components Using Internal and External Microphones Control before putting on headphones Controlling Audio Volume Using Internal and External Speakers/HeadphonesHeadphones Speaker Ports Upgrading System Memory Upgrading the ComputerChecking the Amount of Memory Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board Inserting a Memory Expansion Board External cables during this step External cables during this procedure Removing a Memory Expansion Board Upgrading the Computer Adding an Internal Modem Upgrading the Hard DriveAttaching a Hard Drive Adapter Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard Drive Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements by Subscription Maintenance and Travel GuidelinesObtaining Customized Update Information with Info Messenger Updating the System Displaying the Version of the Installed System ROM Updating the System ROM Installing a System ROM from a Diskette Obtaining a System ROM Caring for the Computer Reinstalling SoftwareComputer keyboard Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel Traveling with the Computer Voltage converter kit sold for appliances Security Features Types of Security Using the Cable Lock Establishing the Power-On Password Using the Power-On PasswordEntering a 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 Fault Management Asset Management Fault Management Alerts Security Management Configuration Management Computer Setup Diagnostics Utilities Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Using Computer Setup Selecting from the File Menu Begin here To do this Selecting from the Security Menu Want to disable QuickBoot Selecting from the Advanced Menu Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Running a Diagnostic Test Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Checklist Solving Audio Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Microphone plug Controls on the left side Solving Battery Problems Solving Battery Problems Solving CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Problems Solving Diskette and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems Use the correct diskette Solving Hard Drive Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Keyboard Problems Solving Memory Problems Solving Modem Problems ATX3DT ATM1 Excess Line Problem Possible Cause Solution Settings on the sending and receiving modem do not match Problem Possible Cause Solution Solving PC Card Problems Windows 95, Windows Computer beeps Solving Power Problems Solving Printer Problems Solving Screen Problems Information to the screen Solving Software Application Problems Solving Pointing Device Problems Solving Infrared Problems Solving Infrared Problems Possible Cause Solution Compaq Customer Support Preparing to Call Technical Support Worldwide Telephone Numbers Worldwide Telephone NumbersCountry Location Code Telephone Number Brazil Colombia Greece Korea Norway Spain Venezuela Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Modifications Federal Communications Commission NoticeCables Avis Canadien Canadian NoticeEuropean Notice Airline Travel Notice Battery NoticeJapanese Notice German Ergonomics Notice Energy Star Compliance Power Cords Cdrh Regulations Laser SafetyLaser Information Safety Precautions for Modems Regulations Governing Use of Modems Regulatory 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 DrivesWhen Installing Internal Components Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Specifications Electrical Ratings for AC Adapter Index Armada Reference Guide, online, 1-1 audio Index 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