Armada Family Software Overview
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...Compaq Armada Series of major software components and features. The purpose of this white paper is intended for Compaq personnel and customers with a need for information about the software provided on the Armada preinstall images. Third Edition Abstract: New models of the Armada E500, M700............7 Microsoft Windows 2000 ..........10 Software Delivery 11 Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit 11 Compaq Support Software CD 11 Compaq World Wide Web Site and Download Facility.......12 Software Enhancements ...........13 Setup and Diagnostics 13 Intelligent Manageability...........14 Video 14 ...
...Compaq Armada Series of major software components and features. The purpose of this white paper is intended for Compaq personnel and customers with a need for information about the software provided on the Armada preinstall images. Third Edition Abstract: New models of the Armada E500, M700............7 Microsoft Windows 2000 ..........10 Software Delivery 11 Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit 11 Compaq Support Software CD 11 Compaq World Wide Web Site and Download Facility.......12 Software Enhancements ...........13 Setup and Diagnostics 13 Intelligent Manageability...........14 Video 14 ...
Armada Family Software Overview
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... Drivers Enables the integrated video hardware Remote Management Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Security 32 Allows users to access Compaq security options Synaptics TouchPad Driver Provides added functionality for the pointing stick device Hot Key Support...NIC that is used in select Armada docking station models 3Com Global Mini PCI 56K (V.90) Modem Enables internal modem device on select E700 and M700 models CardWare Enables hot plug ability and CardBus support under Windows NT 4.0 Compaq Check Dock Utility Identifies supported ...
... Drivers Enables the integrated video hardware Remote Management Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Security 32 Allows users to access Compaq security options Synaptics TouchPad Driver Provides added functionality for the pointing stick device Hot Key Support...NIC that is used in select Armada docking station models 3Com Global Mini PCI 56K (V.90) Modem Enables internal modem device on select E700 and M700 models CardWare Enables hot plug ability and CardBus support under Windows NT 4.0 Compaq Check Dock Utility Identifies supported ...
Armada Family Software Overview
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...notebook. With an expanded set up the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Armada Family Software Overview 13 Software Enhancements This section discusses the following each enhancement description indicate which operating systems support these enhancements and if the enhancements are provided on the SSCD, CQRCD, and Compaq Web site. Computer Setup allows the user to the Armada... E500, M700, and M300 computers: • Setup and Diagnostics • Intelligent Manageability • ...
...notebook. With an expanded set up the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Armada Family Software Overview 13 Software Enhancements This section discusses the following each enhancement description indicate which operating systems support these enhancements and if the enhancements are provided on the SSCD, CQRCD, and Compaq Web site. Computer Setup allows the user to the Armada... E500, M700, and M300 computers: • Setup and Diagnostics • Intelligent Manageability • ...
Armada Family Software Overview
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...Compaq F10 Setup Utility. This PCI audio chipset accelerates Microsoft DirectSound applications. Security DriveLock DriveLock is a collection of application program interfaces (APIs) designed to unlock a protected drive for which provide customers with DriveLock remain protected even if removed from the notebook... NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Audio drivers on personal computers. Hard drives protected with a means to create and play back multimedia content on the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers enable the...
...Compaq F10 Setup Utility. This PCI audio chipset accelerates Microsoft DirectSound applications. Security DriveLock DriveLock is a collection of application program interfaces (APIs) designed to unlock a protected drive for which provide customers with DriveLock remain protected even if removed from the notebook... NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Audio drivers on personal computers. Hard drives protected with a means to create and play back multimedia content on the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers enable the...
Armada Family Software Overview
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... ignored until the power-on or off, utilize the energy saving features of the four groups, which appear as the setup password, prevents unauthorized changes to have the keyboard locked when the computer enters suspend mode, or the user can have ...password and enable QuickLock and QuickBlank features. Armada Family Software Overview 16 Compaq Security Extension Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Security32 is called QuickBlank. Power Management The Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers use interface for AC...
... ignored until the power-on or off, utilize the energy saving features of the four groups, which appear as the setup password, prevents unauthorized changes to have the keyboard locked when the computer enters suspend mode, or the user can have ...password and enable QuickLock and QuickBlank features. Armada Family Software Overview 16 Compaq Security Extension Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Security32 is called QuickBlank. Power Management The Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers use interface for AC...
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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... the enterprise customer. WHITE PAPER March 2001 Prepared By CPCG Software Product Management Compaq Computer Corporation CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 CLEAN INSTALLING WINDOWS 98 3 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION 3 MODIFYING A MICROSOFT...COMPAQ DRIVERS AND ENHANCEMENTS 6 APPENDIX B 11 DETERMINING THE ROM VERSION AND UPGRADE VERSION 11 APPENDIX C 13 SOFTPAQ DESCRIPTIONS .... 13 14DJ-0201A-WWEN ICPnrosomtdapullacinqtsgAMrmicarodsaoEft, WM,inadnodwVsP9o8rotanble ... These configurations range from basic and enhanced setup to match any desired customer requirements. For details on Compaq Armada...
... the enterprise customer. WHITE PAPER March 2001 Prepared By CPCG Software Product Management Compaq Computer Corporation CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 CLEAN INSTALLING WINDOWS 98 3 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION 3 MODIFYING A MICROSOFT...COMPAQ DRIVERS AND ENHANCEMENTS 6 APPENDIX B 11 DETERMINING THE ROM VERSION AND UPGRADE VERSION 11 APPENDIX C 13 SOFTPAQ DESCRIPTIONS .... 13 14DJ-0201A-WWEN ICPnrosomtdapullacinqtsgAMrmicarodsaoEft, WM,inadnodwVsP9o8rotanble ... These configurations range from basic and enhanced setup to match any desired customer requirements. For details on Compaq Armada...
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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...diskette to simplify the installation process and determine which computing environment works best. Once installed, Compaq software improves the functionality of Windows 98. Use the setup configurations described in this paper to perform a clean installation of the operating system and enhances ... Preparing the hard drive • Installing Microsoft Windows 98 Preparing for installing Microsoft Windows 98 as a new operating system on Compaq ArmadaTM E, M, and V Series Personal Computers. Complete the following items before beginning any Microsoft Windows 98 installation procedures. Point...
...diskette to simplify the installation process and determine which computing environment works best. Once installed, Compaq software improves the functionality of Windows 98. Use the setup configurations described in this paper to perform a clean installation of the operating system and enhances ... Preparing the hard drive • Installing Microsoft Windows 98 Preparing for installing Microsoft Windows 98 as a new operating system on Compaq ArmadaTM E, M, and V Series Personal Computers. Complete the following items before beginning any Microsoft Windows 98 installation procedures. Point...
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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...the Windows 98 documentation to continue. The list is undocked and that no PC Cards are inserted into the PC Card slots while installing drivers. • Any item with "Double-click SETUP" assumes that all of available drivers and enhancements and their extraction from ...the date of software and instructions on Yes. Installing the Compaq Drivers and Support Software Note: Install all users. • Any first step that Setup will perform a routine system check. 5. The necessary drivers and enhancements available for the Compaq Armada E, M, and V Series of Microsoft Windows 98. ...
...the Windows 98 documentation to continue. The list is undocked and that no PC Cards are inserted into the PC Card slots while installing drivers. • Any item with "Double-click SETUP" assumes that all of available drivers and enhancements and their extraction from ...the date of software and instructions on Yes. Installing the Compaq Drivers and Support Software Note: Install all users. • Any first step that Setup will perform a routine system check. 5. The necessary drivers and enhancements available for the Compaq Armada E, M, and V Series of Microsoft Windows 98. ...
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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...Compaq Setup utility or Compaq Diagnostics for the current ROM version, as of the date of this appendix; Table 2. Scroll down using the down arrow key to determine the ROM version. Press F10 to "Upgrading the ROM." 14DJ-0201A-WWEN 11 Armada Family and Current ROM Version Portable Family Current ROM Version Armada E700 Armada E500 Armada M700 Armada... M300 Armada V300 11/29/99 6/01/00 11/29/99 12/04/99 6/01/00 Determining the ROM Version Using Setup A ...
...Compaq Setup utility or Compaq Diagnostics for the current ROM version, as of the date of this appendix; Table 2. Scroll down using the down arrow key to determine the ROM version. Press F10 to "Upgrading the ROM." 14DJ-0201A-WWEN 11 Armada Family and Current ROM Version Portable Family Current ROM Version Armada E700 Armada E500 Armada M700 Armada... M300 Armada V300 11/29/99 6/01/00 11/29/99 12/04/99 6/01/00 Determining the ROM Version Using Setup A ...
Installing Microsoft Windows 95 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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... Description Supports PCI NIC that is used in select Armada docking station models Enables internal Modem device on select E700 & M700 models Identifies supported docking stations for E500 and V300 ... adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the PC to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing ...integrated video hardware Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for the touchpad pointing device ...
... Description Supports PCI NIC that is used in select Armada docking station models Enables internal Modem device on select E700 & M700 models Identifies supported docking stations for E500 and V300 ... adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the PC to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing ...integrated video hardware Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for the touchpad pointing device ...
Installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300
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...listed below. The following items can be obtained directly from Microsoft: • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 CD and the three setup diskettes • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Service Pack 6 CD • Microsoft MS-DOS v6.22 Boot Disk or other ...process. Have one blank high-density floppy diskette to installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0. Installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300 3 Introduction This White Paper discusses installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with Microsoft Windows NT Workstation...
...listed below. The following items can be obtained directly from Microsoft: • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 CD and the three setup diskettes • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Service Pack 6 CD • Microsoft MS-DOS v6.22 Boot Disk or other ...process. Have one blank high-density floppy diskette to installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0. Installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300 3 Introduction This White Paper discusses installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with Microsoft Windows NT Workstation...
Installing Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300
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...on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300 10 Appendix C SoftPaq Descriptions Name 3Com Etherlink 10/100 PCI NIC 3Com Global MiniPCI 56K (V.90) Modem CardWare Compaq Check Dock Utility (V300) Compaq Floppy ...adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the PC to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing...Video hardware Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for the touchpad pointing ...
...on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, M300, and V300 10 Appendix C SoftPaq Descriptions Name 3Com Etherlink 10/100 PCI NIC 3Com Global MiniPCI 56K (V.90) Modem CardWare Compaq Check Dock Utility (V300) Compaq Floppy ...adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the PC to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing...Video hardware Enables system administrator to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for the touchpad pointing ...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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... connections. Supports Plug-and-Play of both Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition on most Armada product families. The setup interface shows the user how far along in Windows 98. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 10 Feature Online Service Folder Description Client software for more stable 32-bit operating environment...
... connections. Supports Plug-and-Play of both Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition on most Armada product families. The setup interface shows the user how far along in Windows 98. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 10 Feature Online Service Folder Description Client software for more stable 32-bit operating environment...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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...corporate environments. Microsoft initiated the Deployment Program for Multifunction PC Cards APM 1.2 Compliant Standby and hibernation with PC Cards Socket Power Management Configuration on card insertion Automatic setup application launch on card insertion System Tray accessible PC Card slot naming Hot swapping of Modem and ATA Storage... and support. This 45 This feature is not available on the LTE 5000 or Armada 4100 products using Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 4. 46 LAN and SCSI PC Cards that commitment, Compaq is robust and ready to deploy in a lower total cost of ownership. Operating ...
...corporate environments. Microsoft initiated the Deployment Program for Multifunction PC Cards APM 1.2 Compliant Standby and hibernation with PC Cards Socket Power Management Configuration on card insertion Automatic setup application launch on card insertion System Tray accessible PC Card slot naming Hot swapping of Modem and ATA Storage... and support. This 45 This feature is not available on the LTE 5000 or Armada 4100 products using Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 4. 46 LAN and SCSI PC Cards that commitment, Compaq is robust and ready to deploy in a lower total cost of ownership. Operating ...
Operating System Support for Armada Portable Products - Sept 1999
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... on the LTE 5000 and older Armada product families. In addition to functionality inherently supported by portable family. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or ... 32-bit CardBus PC Cards and high-speed infrared (i.e. DOS 6.2x & Windows 3.1x Although Microsoft does not plan to be obtained by Microsoft within the native operating system. Support for Windows 3.1 on the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com. Support statements...
... on the LTE 5000 and older Armada product families. In addition to functionality inherently supported by portable family. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or ... 32-bit CardBus PC Cards and high-speed infrared (i.e. DOS 6.2x & Windows 3.1x Although Microsoft does not plan to be obtained by Microsoft within the native operating system. Support for Windows 3.1 on the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com. Support statements...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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... Enables the users' desktop to act as a dial-up to FAT32. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 11 Feature Universal Serial Bus (USB) Setup Enhancements Faster Shutdown Description Allows up server. Supports Plug-and-Play of Hardware In addition to ...PC. USB also offers greater speed over traditional serial buses (up clients to remotely connect to the USB and ACPI support mentioned above, Windows 98 supports additional new hardware features including IEEE 1394, Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP), and DVD. The connector provides power across all Compaq notebook...
... Enables the users' desktop to act as a dial-up to FAT32. Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 11 Feature Universal Serial Bus (USB) Setup Enhancements Faster Shutdown Description Allows up server. Supports Plug-and-Play of Hardware In addition to ...PC. USB also offers greater speed over traditional serial buses (up clients to remotely connect to the USB and ACPI support mentioned above, Windows 98 supports additional new hardware features including IEEE 1394, Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP), and DVD. The connector provides power across all Compaq notebook...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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... initiated the Deployment Program for Multifunction PC Cards APM 1.2 Compliant Standby and hibernation with PC Cards Socket Power Management Configuration on card insertion Automatic setup application launch on the LTE 5000 or Armada 4100 products using Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 4. 46 LAN and SCSI PC Cards that commitment, Compaq is robust and ready to deploy in...
... initiated the Deployment Program for Multifunction PC Cards APM 1.2 Compliant Standby and hibernation with PC Cards Socket Power Management Configuration on card insertion Automatic setup application launch on the LTE 5000 or Armada 4100 products using Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 4. 46 LAN and SCSI PC Cards that commitment, Compaq is robust and ready to deploy in...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products
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Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or... features under DOS/Windows 3.1x include 32-bit CardBus PC Cards and high-speed infrared (i.e. Refer to 4Mbps). However, Compaq does not support new hardware features and functionality that the... operating systems still account for a small share of support software for more information on Compaq Armada 7400 and 7800 portable families. In addition to functionality inherently supported by the base operating...
Operating System Support for Compaq Portable Products 19 Advantages Disadvantages • Free Open Source OS • Difficult to install and setup • Availability of free or... features under DOS/Windows 3.1x include 32-bit CardBus PC Cards and high-speed infrared (i.e. Refer to 4Mbps). However, Compaq does not support new hardware features and functionality that the... operating systems still account for a small share of support software for more information on Compaq Armada 7400 and 7800 portable families. In addition to functionality inherently supported by the base operating...
Compaq ArmadaStation EM Maintenance and Service Guide
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..., and turn on system after the system was turned on . device, then turn on the computer to the mouse connector. You can also use Computer Setup to the keyboard connector. Troubleshooting 2-3 External mouse may not be securely connected. Load mouse driver. Table 2-3 Solving External Keyboard Problems Problem Probable Cause Recommended Action...
..., and turn on system after the system was turned on . device, then turn on the computer to the mouse connector. You can also use Computer Setup to the keyboard connector. Troubleshooting 2-3 External mouse may not be securely connected. Load mouse driver. Table 2-3 Solving External Keyboard Problems Problem Probable Cause Recommended Action...
Installing Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300
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...4. This is strongly recommended that the system is undocked external peripheral devices are disconnected, and there are no two-network setups are installing Microsoft Windows Me on a clean hard hard drive. Make sure that the following steps be manually installed in ... the installation or upgrade of any networking components. Update the System BIOS ROMpaq. 3. b. Since no PC Cards in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. 1. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300 4 Manual Upgrades Clean Install The following order: 1.
...4. This is strongly recommended that the system is undocked external peripheral devices are disconnected, and there are no two-network setups are installing Microsoft Windows Me on a clean hard hard drive. Make sure that the following steps be manually installed in ... the installation or upgrade of any networking components. Update the System BIOS ROMpaq. 3. b. Since no PC Cards in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. 1. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on Compaq Armada E700, M700, E500, V300, and M300 4 Manual Upgrades Clean Install The following order: 1.