Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...8 v
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...8 v
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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..., orient the circuitry end (2) of the cable toward the computer. 1 Connecting the internal analog modem to a digital line. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter is also required. WARNING! Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. 1 Using the modem...
..., orient the circuitry end (2) of the cable toward the computer. 1 Connecting the internal analog modem to a digital line. In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter is also required. WARNING! Immediately disconnect the modem cable if you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. 1 Using the modem...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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... and the modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Plug the modem cable... into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.
... and the modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter. To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Plug the modem cable... into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the telephone wall jack.
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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Index C cable LAN 7 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 7 connecting cable 7 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 7 noise suppression circuitry 7 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 7 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 7 8 Index
Index C cable LAN 7 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 7 connecting cable 7 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 7 noise suppression circuitry 7 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 7 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 7 8 Index
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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...Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the...ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦...
...Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To Do This Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the...ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for your hard drive. During the download and installation...
... determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If the Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the Setup Utility for your hard drive. During the download and installation...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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..., or other broadband technology. Determining wireless hardware requirements Before setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following : ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only)
..., or other broadband technology. Determining wireless hardware requirements Before setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following : ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN (select models only)
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. If no ...
Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. In the left pane, click Device Manager. 3. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, WLAN, or 802.11. If no ...
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...Assistant software 10 network key 25 network security codes network key 25 SSID 25 network status icon 2, 24 P PC Card adapter 8 public WLAN connection 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 described 1 functional range 16 public WLAN connection 16 security 14 wireless ...router 9 WLAN 15 WLAN device 1 WWAN device 18 S security, wireless 14 software Network Assistant 10 Wireless Assistant 5 T troubleshooting 21 U USB adapter 8 W wireless access point 8 Wireless Assistant software 3, 5 wireless button 3 wireless controls button 3 operating system 3 Wireless Assistant software 3 wireless devices...
...Assistant software 10 network key 25 network security codes network key 25 SSID 25 network status icon 2, 24 P PC Card adapter 8 public WLAN connection 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 described 1 functional range 16 public WLAN connection 16 security 14 wireless ...router 9 WLAN 15 WLAN device 1 WWAN device 18 S security, wireless 14 software Network Assistant 10 Wireless Assistant 5 T troubleshooting 21 U USB adapter 8 W wireless access point 8 Wireless Assistant software 3, 5 wireless button 3 wireless controls button 3 operating system 3 Wireless Assistant software 3 wireless devices...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of available options may be displayed. 2 Using Digital Media Slot cards CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated. Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2.
Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of available options may be displayed. 2 Using Digital Media Slot cards CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated. Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a ... or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a ... or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD...
... connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Supports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Index A AC adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, ...
Index A AC adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, ...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... block airflow. iii Safety warning notice WARNING! The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...
... block airflow. iii Safety warning notice WARNING! The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...; √ VGA camera, 30 frames per second √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports all world-wide certification requirements √ √ 10...√ ● Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g ● Broadcom 802.11a/b/g Digital Media Slot supporting SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
...; √ VGA camera, 30 frames per second √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports all world-wide certification requirements √ √ 10...√ ● Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g ● Broadcom 802.11a/b/g Digital Media Slot supporting SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 ...Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system board √...
... Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 ...Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system board √...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
... connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
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... use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Lucia, St.
... use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Lucia, St.