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

chapter 13

 

SECURITY FEATURES

 

Types of Security .......................................................................

13-1

Using the Cable Lock.................................................................

13-2

Using the Power-On Password ...................................................

13-3

Establishing the Power-On Password .....................................

13-3

Entering a Power-On Password ..............................................

13-3

Changing the Power-On Password .........................................

13-4

Deleting the Power-On Password ...........................................

13-5

If You Forget Your Power-On Password ................................

13-5

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