Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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... operating systems are currently factory preinstalled on newer hardware platforms. Support Software Compaq provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality help manage your PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. For legacy operating systems such as newer models of the Armada 1500c, Armada 1750, Armada 7400 and Armada 7800 families. • Support for Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition. The Compaq QuickRestore CD is provided with models of the Armada...
... operating systems are currently factory preinstalled on newer hardware platforms. Support Software Compaq provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality help manage your PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. For legacy operating systems such as newer models of the Armada 1500c, Armada 1750, Armada 7400 and Armada 7800 families. • Support for Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition. The Compaq QuickRestore CD is provided with models of the Armada...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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... 4 Service Pack 3 is available on selected models in selected regions. 4 Windows 98 Second Edition is recommended to supporting preinstalled operating systems, Compaq offers support for Compaq Portable Products 5 Table 1. Compaq preinstalls Windows 95 OSR 2.1 plus IE4.01 on selected models in 3Q97. 1189-1099A-WWEN Operating System Support for legacy operating systems that are always included as part of the preinstall. 7 Compaq discontinued dual installations on the Armada...
... 4 Service Pack 3 is available on selected models in selected regions. 4 Windows 98 Second Edition is recommended to supporting preinstalled operating systems, Compaq offers support for Compaq Portable Products 5 Table 1. Compaq preinstalls Windows 95 OSR 2.1 plus IE4.01 on selected models in 3Q97. 1189-1099A-WWEN Operating System Support for legacy operating systems that are always included as part of the preinstall. 7 Compaq discontinued dual installations on the Armada...
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... devices. . New Feature & Hardware Support under Windows 98 Feature Description Windows Update Includes the Update Manager. User interface enhancements simplify setting up and using dial-up to Table 1 for information on Compaq software enhancements provided for each product family. Utilizes the Point-to access their corporate network via a secure connection. Supports Plug-and-Play of connecting to the Armada Software Overview and Armada Pre-install Refresh white papers available for Windows 98. Refer to 127 devices...
... devices. . New Feature & Hardware Support under Windows 98 Feature Description Windows Update Includes the Update Manager. User interface enhancements simplify setting up and using dial-up to Table 1 for information on Compaq software enhancements provided for each product family. Utilizes the Point-to access their corporate network via a secure connection. Supports Plug-and-Play of connecting to the Armada Software Overview and Armada Pre-install Refresh white papers available for Windows 98. Refer to 127 devices...
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... Windows Maintenance Wizard includes: Disk Defragmenter; Remote Access Server Multiple Display Support Support for New Generation of Hardware Enables the users'desktop to act as a dial-up clients to remotely connect to Table 6 for more information on a single PC. Allows the user to display different images on multiple monitors using multiple graphics adapters on which can quickly and safely convert a hard drive from the FAT16 to the USB and ACPI support mentioned above, Windows 98 supports...
... Windows Maintenance Wizard includes: Disk Defragmenter; Remote Access Server Multiple Display Support Support for New Generation of Hardware Enables the users'desktop to act as a dial-up clients to remotely connect to Table 6 for more information on a single PC. Allows the user to display different images on multiple monitors using multiple graphics adapters on which can quickly and safely convert a hard drive from the FAT16 to the USB and ACPI support mentioned above, Windows 98 supports...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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... PC Card support. Besides meeting stringent internal criteria for 32-bit CardBus PC Cards45 44 This feature is also preinstalled. Compaq Value Added Features under Windows NT 4.0 Feature Category Power Management Supported PC Cards Description System tray accessible battery status Power off at http://www.microsoft.com/hwtest/hcl. Operating System Support for Windows NT 4.0. Each Service Pack typically includes upgrades, patches, and new software components that support Windows NT 4.0 support both FAT16 and NTFS Control Panel...
... PC Card support. Besides meeting stringent internal criteria for 32-bit CardBus PC Cards45 44 This feature is also preinstalled. Compaq Value Added Features under Windows NT 4.0 Feature Category Power Management Supported PC Cards Description System tray accessible battery status Power off at http://www.microsoft.com/hwtest/hcl. Operating System Support for Windows NT 4.0. Each Service Pack typically includes upgrades, patches, and new software components that support Windows NT 4.0 support both FAT16 and NTFS Control Panel...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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.... Microsoft's Windows 2000 Ready PC Requirements for Portable PCs48 Category Processor Memory Hard Drive Operating System Power Management Ready PC Requirements for Portable PCs 233 Mhz 64 MB N/A Preinstalled with Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 3 ACPI Ready and Enabled Windows 2000 Beta Support As discussed above, Compaq is working to offer premier support for those also meet recommended standards for the most up to Windows 2000. Some of the key features...
.... Microsoft's Windows 2000 Ready PC Requirements for Portable PCs48 Category Processor Memory Hard Drive Operating System Power Management Ready PC Requirements for Portable PCs 233 Mhz 64 MB N/A Preinstalled with Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 3 ACPI Ready and Enabled Windows 2000 Beta Support As discussed above, Compaq is working to offer premier support for those also meet recommended standards for the most up to Windows 2000. Some of the key features...
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.... Smart Card support. Support for Infrared devices51. These functions include system sleep states, device low power states, processor low power states, device insertion and removal, hot/warm docking and undocking and battery capacity. New Hardware Support Plug and Play support. NTFS allows hard drives up to 2 terabytes to their environment (data, applications, and operating system settings) on environment, such as e-mail, calendars, and offline resources when connecting or disconnecting from the network...
.... Smart Card support. Support for Infrared devices51. These functions include system sleep states, device low power states, processor low power states, device insertion and removal, hot/warm docking and undocking and battery capacity. New Hardware Support Plug and Play support. NTFS allows hard drives up to 2 terabytes to their environment (data, applications, and operating system settings) on environment, such as e-mail, calendars, and offline resources when connecting or disconnecting from the network...
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However, Compaq does not support new hardware features and functionality that are not directly related to a Compaq-provided driver or utility should contact Microsoft directly. Examples of the installed user base. transfer speeds up to install hardware-enabling drivers. In addition to functionality inherently supported by the base operating system, software enhancements are ready to deploy Windows 98 or Windows 2000. Customers who encounter difficulties that is slowly growing) • Numerous...
However, Compaq does not support new hardware features and functionality that are not directly related to a Compaq-provided driver or utility should contact Microsoft directly. Examples of the installed user base. transfer speeds up to install hardware-enabling drivers. In addition to functionality inherently supported by the base operating system, software enhancements are ready to deploy Windows 98 or Windows 2000. Customers who encounter difficulties that is slowly growing) • Numerous...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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..., Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0. These operating systems support most hardware features. The ARCD allows customers to selectively refresh drivers, utilities, or applications included on newer hardware platforms. Support Software Compaq provides BIOS, drivers and applications to Table 1 for information about : • Operating system support for more information. however, limitations in the operating system may prevent enabling of new hardware functionality included on the original factory installed image excluding the operating system. The Compaq...
..., Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0. These operating systems support most hardware features. The ARCD allows customers to selectively refresh drivers, utilities, or applications included on newer hardware platforms. Support Software Compaq provides BIOS, drivers and applications to Table 1 for information about : • Operating system support for more information. however, limitations in the operating system may prevent enabling of new hardware functionality included on the original factory installed image excluding the operating system. The Compaq...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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... bus. However, all Compaq notebook families. Support for New Generation of these devices. . ScanDisk; Multiple Display Support Allows the user to 127 devices off a single port. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 11 Feature Universal Serial Bus (USB) Setup Enhancements Faster Shutdown Description Allows up to display different images on multiple monitors using multiple graphics adapters on which can quickly and safely convert a hard drive from Windows 95 to 12 Mbs). Supports Plug-and-Play...
... bus. However, all Compaq notebook families. Support for New Generation of these devices. . ScanDisk; Multiple Display Support Allows the user to 127 devices off a single port. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 11 Feature Universal Serial Bus (USB) Setup Enhancements Faster Shutdown Description Allows up to display different images on multiple monitors using multiple graphics adapters on which can quickly and safely convert a hard drive from Windows 95 to 12 Mbs). Supports Plug-and-Play...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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... support Service Pack 2, Service Pack 1, or the retail version of a Microsoft Service Pack typically includes all Compaq portable products have been five Service Packs released. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 13 Windows NT 4.0 with critical functionality such as power management and PC Card support. Each Service Pack typically includes upgrades, patches, and new software components that support Windows NT 4.0 support both FAT16 and NTFS Control Panel extension Support for Windows NT 4.0. Once a Service Pack has been installed...
... support Service Pack 2, Service Pack 1, or the retail version of a Microsoft Service Pack typically includes all Compaq portable products have been five Service Packs released. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 13 Windows NT 4.0 with critical functionality such as power management and PC Card support. Each Service Pack typically includes upgrades, patches, and new software components that support Windows NT 4.0 support both FAT16 and NTFS Control Panel extension Support for Windows NT 4.0. Once a Service Pack has been installed...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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... related to a Compaq-provided driver or utility should contact Microsoft directly. For this white paper for more information. transfer speeds up to install hardware-enabling drivers. For additional convenience Compaq software enhancements are ready to deploy Windows 98 or Windows 2000. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or inexpensive productivity...
... related to a Compaq-provided driver or utility should contact Microsoft directly. For this white paper for more information. transfer speeds up to install hardware-enabling drivers. For additional convenience Compaq software enhancements are ready to deploy Windows 98 or Windows 2000. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or inexpensive productivity...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 2 on Compaq Deskpro, iPAQ and Armada
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... separate installations of the operating system and the Service Pack. The user interface is available either through an annual subscription or as an integrated service pack. Software Delivery Delivery methods for software updates available for Compaq commercial computers include: • Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. The Compaq...
... separate installations of the operating system and the Service Pack. The user interface is available either through an annual subscription or as an integrated service pack. Software Delivery Delivery methods for software updates available for Compaq commercial computers include: • Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. The Compaq...
Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 2 on Compaq Deskpro, iPAQ and Armada
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... set up hibernation functionality Power Management Enhancements (Notebooks) Increases battery life by managing SMART drive data collection Video Drivers (ATI, Intel, Matrox, NVIDIA) Enables the video hardware Remote Management Enables system administrators to update client ROM and setup over the network Security Management (Notebooks) Allows users to -install compilation of technical issues. Deskpro ATA-100 Hard Drive Support Support for ATA-100 (Mode 5) on select Deskpro models running Windows 2000 with SP1 (Note: ATA-100 support is used in select Armada docking station models...
... set up hibernation functionality Power Management Enhancements (Notebooks) Increases battery life by managing SMART drive data collection Video Drivers (ATI, Intel, Matrox, NVIDIA) Enables the video hardware Remote Management Enables system administrators to update client ROM and setup over the network Security Management (Notebooks) Allows users to -install compilation of technical issues. Deskpro ATA-100 Hard Drive Support Support for ATA-100 (Mode 5) on select Deskpro models running Windows 2000 with SP1 (Note: ATA-100 support is used in select Armada docking station models...
Compaq Armada 1500c Reference Guide
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... the computer is uninterrupted. The languages that software setup is plugged in for this process to Chapter 2, "Using the Touchpad." After you begin software setup, online instructions guide you are prompted to select your selections, press the Enter key or press one of keyboard and touchpad inactivity, press the Shift key. For more information about using the touchpad and touchpad buttons, refer to ensure that you must...
... the computer is uninterrupted. The languages that software setup is plugged in for this process to Chapter 2, "Using the Touchpad." After you begin software setup, online instructions guide you are prompted to select your selections, press the Enter key or press one of keyboard and touchpad inactivity, press the Shift key. For more information about using the touchpad and touchpad buttons, refer to ensure that you must...
Compaq Armada 1500c Reference Guide
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... th sound. Power/suspend light Battery charge light Airflow vents Battery bay Stereo speaker/headphone jack Microphone-in Suspend; Accepts the main battery pack. requires a 3.5 mm, 2-conductor or 3-conductor plug. System beeps are off when operating on battery power. blinks in Hibernation or shut off when the computer is operating on battery power or when battery is charging; turns off when the computer is in low battery condition; Connects an external mono microphone; when connected, disables internal microphone; Adjusts volume...
... th sound. Power/suspend light Battery charge light Airflow vents Battery bay Stereo speaker/headphone jack Microphone-in Suspend; Accepts the main battery pack. requires a 3.5 mm, 2-conductor or 3-conductor plug. System beeps are off when operating on battery power. blinks in Hibernation or shut off when the computer is operating on battery power or when battery is charging; turns off when the computer is in low battery condition; Connects an external mono microphone; when connected, disables internal microphone; Adjusts volume...
Compaq Armada 1500c Reference Guide
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... the left arrow key. Hotkeys work only on the computer keyboard and not on password to reactivate the keyboard, mouse, and screen. Enter power-on an external keyboard. Contrast control Adjusts the display contrast on using . To increase brightness, press , then the right arrow key. To access the Programmable Keys utility, click Start Settings Control Panel double-click the Keyboard icon Programmable Keys tab. See "Battery Packs" in a popup window. Hotkeys are keyboard shortcuts that enable you to access frequently used features no matter...
... the left arrow key. Hotkeys work only on the computer keyboard and not on password to reactivate the keyboard, mouse, and screen. Enter power-on an external keyboard. Contrast control Adjusts the display contrast on using . To increase brightness, press , then the right arrow key. To access the Programmable Keys utility, click Start Settings Control Panel double-click the Keyboard icon Programmable Keys tab. See "Battery Packs" in a popup window. Hotkeys are keyboard shortcuts that enable you to access frequently used features no matter...
Compaq Armada 1500c Reference Guide
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... allow it to cool off , replace the battery pack or connect the computer to do this. Once the computer has turned off . Brightness/contrast Use the hotkeys to exit Suspend. Press the Suspend button to adjust needs adjusting. Screen is blank, the power/suspend indicator is blinking, and the battery charge indicator is locked. System has entered a low battery condition. Press any open files. If another power source. If Hibernation has not been...
... allow it to cool off , replace the battery pack or connect the computer to do this. Once the computer has turned off . Brightness/contrast Use the hotkeys to exit Suspend. Press the Suspend button to adjust needs adjusting. Screen is blank, the power/suspend indicator is blinking, and the battery charge indicator is locked. System has entered a low battery condition. Press any open files. If another power source. If Hibernation has not been...
Compaq Armada 1500c Reference Guide
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..., 2-4 cable lock, 2-3 CD-ROM drive upgrading, 7-1, 7-5 charging battery packs, 4-2 checklist for solving problems, 8-1 Compaq Customer Support before you call, 8-4 worldwide telephone numbers, A-1 components bottom, 2-4 front and right side, 2-2 keyboard, 2-5 left side, 2-1 rear, 2-3 computer registering, 1-6 upgrading, 7-1 computer setup completing, 1-5 operating the computer during, 1-4 connectors AC power, 2-1 docking, 2-3 external monitor, 2-3 keyboard/mouse, 2-4 parallel, 2-3 serial, 2-3 conventions used in guide, ix display brightness control, 2-7 contrast control, 2-7 external monitor...
..., 2-4 cable lock, 2-3 CD-ROM drive upgrading, 7-1, 7-5 charging battery packs, 4-2 checklist for solving problems, 8-1 Compaq Customer Support before you call, 8-4 worldwide telephone numbers, A-1 components bottom, 2-4 front and right side, 2-2 keyboard, 2-5 left side, 2-1 rear, 2-3 computer registering, 1-6 upgrading, 7-1 computer setup completing, 1-5 operating the computer during, 1-4 connectors AC power, 2-1 docking, 2-3 external monitor, 2-3 keyboard/mouse, 2-4 parallel, 2-3 serial, 2-3 conventions used in guide, ix display brightness control, 2-7 contrast control, 2-7 external monitor...
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..., 2-4 modem port, 2-1 using, 5-1 MPEG PC Cards, 6-3 number, serial, 2-3 numeric keypad, 2-8 using embedded, 2-8 online resources locating, 1-6 operating system removing the preinstalled, 1-5 restoring preinstalled, 1-5 Optical disk drive adding, 7-5 PC Cards CardBus slots, 6-1 inserting, 6-2 MPEG PC Cards, 6-3 removing, 6-2 the first time a card is inserted, 6-2 types, 6-1 using with Windows NT, 6-3 Zoomed Video, 6-3 pointing device touchpad, 2-9 power problems, 8-2 restarting the computer, 3-2 switch, 3-1 when to turn off, 3-2 power management hotkeys, 2-7 programmable keys assigning...
..., 2-4 modem port, 2-1 using, 5-1 MPEG PC Cards, 6-3 number, serial, 2-3 numeric keypad, 2-8 using embedded, 2-8 online resources locating, 1-6 operating system removing the preinstalled, 1-5 restoring preinstalled, 1-5 Optical disk drive adding, 7-5 PC Cards CardBus slots, 6-1 inserting, 6-2 MPEG PC Cards, 6-3 removing, 6-2 the first time a card is inserted, 6-2 types, 6-1 using with Windows NT, 6-3 Zoomed Video, 6-3 pointing device touchpad, 2-9 power problems, 8-2 restarting the computer, 3-2 switch, 3-1 when to turn off, 3-2 power management hotkeys, 2-7 programmable keys assigning...