Hard Drive White Paper
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... refer to the hard drive. HP Recommendations for Notebook Users • Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another. • Upgrade to the latest system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power schemes) in Control Panel to permit the hard drive to be turned off when it will...
... refer to the hard drive. HP Recommendations for Notebook Users • Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another. • Upgrade to the latest system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power schemes) in Control Panel to permit the hard drive to be turned off when it will...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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... release listed in Service Pack 1, reference: http://support.microsoft.com/support/ServicePacks/Windows/XP/SP1FixList.asp INSTALLATION GUIDE System Requirements • Operating System. Check the Compaq Web site for your computer model and system BIOS. 4. Start your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. Table 1 lists the minimum versions of ROM, available as of the publication of available software updates. 17A8-0902A-WWEN The Web download requires additional space to install the new System ROM BIOS.
... release listed in Service Pack 1, reference: http://support.microsoft.com/support/ServicePacks/Windows/XP/SP1FixList.asp INSTALLATION GUIDE System Requirements • Operating System. Check the Compaq Web site for your computer model and system BIOS. 4. Start your BIOS before installing Windows XP. 1. Table 1 lists the minimum versions of ROM, available as of the publication of available software updates. 17A8-0902A-WWEN The Web download requires additional space to install the new System ROM BIOS.
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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... Compaq Evo Notebooks 9 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. Multiple files and bootable diskettes can be downloaded, in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on the Compaq SSCD. The user...
... Compaq Evo Notebooks 9 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. Multiple files and bootable diskettes can be downloaded, in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on the Compaq SSCD. The user...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/downloads/servicepacks/sp1/faq.asp For comprehensive online support, visit the Compaq Web site at: http://www.compaq.com For international information, visit the Compaq Web site at: http://www.compaq.com/corporate/overview/world_offices.html 17A8-0902A-WWEN Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 10 Frequently Asked Questions Should I change system drivers? Compaq and Microsoft recommend that...
...://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/downloads/servicepacks/sp1/faq.asp For comprehensive online support, visit the Compaq Web site at: http://www.compaq.com For international information, visit the Compaq Web site at: http://www.compaq.com/corporate/overview/world_offices.html 17A8-0902A-WWEN Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks 10 Frequently Asked Questions Should I change system drivers? Compaq and Microsoft recommend that...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... support is available for Compaq commercial portable, desktop, and workstation computers. Key drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook computers include: • Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit • Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit The Compaq QuickRestore CD (QRCD) Kit is not supported on the Compaq SSCD. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for the Evo N400c. The QRCD System Recovery...
... support is available for Compaq commercial portable, desktop, and workstation computers. Key drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook computers include: • Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit • Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit The Compaq QuickRestore CD (QRCD) Kit is not supported on the Compaq SSCD. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for the Evo N400c. The QRCD System Recovery...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...powering on password is called QuickBlank. After a power-on password allows the user to enable QuickLock, a hot-key combination used to Compaq portable computers. If QuickLock is inaccessible. Administrator Password ! Windows 98 ! Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq ! Power Management Advanced Power Management (APM) provides power conservation features with Windows NT 4.0. This Windows Control Panel applet provides an easy-to turn AC power conservation on or off, utilize the energy saving features of the monitor, if available, set hard drive...
...powering on password is called QuickBlank. After a power-on password allows the user to enable QuickLock, a hot-key combination used to Compaq portable computers. If QuickLock is inaccessible. Administrator Password ! Windows 98 ! Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq ! Power Management Advanced Power Management (APM) provides power conservation features with Windows NT 4.0. This Windows Control Panel applet provides an easy-to turn AC power conservation on or off, utilize the energy saving features of the monitor, if available, set hard drive...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... operating system or in the Windows Media Player window can also be performed from your keyboard. For more information about using Easy Access keys or hotkeys, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section. CD and DVD Software Using Notebook Media Keys Many tasks that can be performed through F12 function keys 1-6 Software Guide The following procedures use the Digital Audio button 1 and the Fn+F9 through Fn+F12 hotkeys 2. ■ To open Windows Media...
... operating system or in the Windows Media Player window can also be performed from your keyboard. For more information about using Easy Access keys or hotkeys, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section. CD and DVD Software Using Notebook Media Keys Many tasks that can be performed through F12 function keys 1-6 Software Guide The following procedures use the Digital Audio button 1 and the Fn+F9 through Fn+F12 hotkeys 2. ■ To open Windows Media...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is a non-Windows utility. Task Display current performance mode. Using Computer Setup The SpeedStep settings in Computer Setup enable or disable the SpeedStep settings in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Power Using the SpeedStep Icon The SpeedStep icon displays on or restart the notebook. Select the icon. In...
... F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is a non-Windows utility. Task Display current performance mode. Using Computer Setup The SpeedStep settings in Computer Setup enable or disable the SpeedStep settings in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Power Using the SpeedStep Icon The SpeedStep icon displays on or restart the notebook. Select the icon. In...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... set, entered, changed, or deleted. ■ Must be set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you exit Computer Setup and are set as it is not case sensitive. Using a Compaq Administrator Password A Compaq administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in the Old Password field, then press F10. 3. Software Guide 3-5 Security ❏ To change a power-on password, type the current password in the Old Password field, type the new password in the New Password...
... set, entered, changed, or deleted. ■ Must be set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you exit Computer Setup and are set as it is not case sensitive. Using a Compaq Administrator Password A Compaq administrator password protects the configuration settings and system identification information in the Old Password field, then press F10. 3. Software Guide 3-5 Security ❏ To change a power-on password, type the current password in the Old Password field, type the new password in the New Password...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... removed from the drive. DriveLock protection can be a system administrator or the day-to enter the Compaq administrator password, you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. Once DriveLock protection is inserted into the notebook. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to -day user. Security Entering a Compaq Administrator Password At the Computer Setup prompt, type your password using the same keys you used...
... removed from the drive. DriveLock protection can be a system administrator or the day-to enter the Compaq administrator password, you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. Once DriveLock protection is inserted into the notebook. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to -day user. Security Entering a Compaq Administrator Password At the Computer Setup prompt, type your password using the same keys you used...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... press enter. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the screen. ❏ To change , type your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is inserted into the notebook (not an optional port replicator). 3. If your current password in the Old Password field, type the new password in Hibernation, briefly press the power button. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are in Computer Setup, you open Computer Setup, turn...
... press enter. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the screen. ❏ To change , type your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is inserted into the notebook (not an optional port replicator). 3. If your current password in the Old Password field, type the new password in Hibernation, briefly press the power button. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are in Computer Setup, you open Computer Setup, turn...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... hard drive, then press F10. 6. If you open Computer Setup, turn on the notebook to select the Security Menu > DriveLock passwords, then press enter. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the location of work returns to the screen, shut down , then turn on the screen. Your preference is set as you must shut down the notebook. 2. If your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is displayed...
... hard drive, then press F10. 6. If you open Computer Setup, turn on the notebook to select the Security Menu > DriveLock passwords, then press enter. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the location of work returns to the screen, shut down , then turn on the screen. Your preference is set as you must shut down the notebook. 2. If your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is displayed...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... the notebook hardware interacts with changing technologies, Compaq strongly recommends that you install the latest versions of the BIOS that affect the keyboard. KBC (Keyboard Controller) ROM stores the parts of Compaq software as time and date. Software Guide 6-1 6 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as they become available. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. Download and install the...
... the notebook hardware interacts with changing technologies, Compaq strongly recommends that you install the latest versions of the BIOS that affect the keyboard. KBC (Keyboard Controller) ROM stores the parts of Compaq software as time and date. Software Guide 6-1 6 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as they become available. Access the updates on the notebook. 2. Download and install the...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... software updates, particularly system ROM or KBC ROM updates. If you are not certain that you may need to know the version of the system ROM or KBC ROM currently installed. Software Updates and Restorations Preparing for a Software Update If your notebook connects to the "Setup and Diagnostics" section, "Using Compaq Diagnostics," for your notebook, you consult with your notebook, refer in this guide to a network, Compaq recommends that Compaq Diagnostics is provided on the serial number...
... software updates, particularly system ROM or KBC ROM updates. If you are not certain that you may need to know the version of the system ROM or KBC ROM currently installed. Software Updates and Restorations Preparing for a Software Update If your notebook connects to the "Setup and Diagnostics" section, "Using Compaq Diagnostics," for your notebook, you consult with your notebook, refer in this guide to a network, Compaq recommends that Compaq Diagnostics is provided on the serial number...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... support is enabled. To open Computer Setup, turn on this section provide an overview of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ To view navigation information, press F1. ❏ To return to the Hardware Guide, "External Device Connections" section. Setup and Diagnostic Utilities Using Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based, utility which can be used even when the operating system is not working , the notebook will not load. Instructions...
... support is enabled. To open Computer Setup, turn on this section provide an overview of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ To view navigation information, press F1. ❏ To return to the Hardware Guide, "External Device Connections" section. Setup and Diagnostic Utilities Using Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based, utility which can be used even when the operating system is not working , the notebook will not load. Instructions...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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...6-4 update procedure 6-7 keyboard, external (optional) 7-2 L language, changing in Computer Setup 3-12 locked system emergency shut down procedures 2-10 reinstalling software 6-10 logical drive designations. See drive designations M model, identifying notebook 6-2 modes, SpeedStep 2-13 monitor, external (optional), alert 4-3 MultiBoot default startup sequence 5-3 devices supported by 5-1 enabling devices for 5-2 Express 5-5 function 5-1 setting preferences 5-4 N network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 5-3 drive, copying to use 2-2 hotkeys disabling MultiPort 3-12 entering audio...
...6-4 update procedure 6-7 keyboard, external (optional) 7-2 L language, changing in Computer Setup 3-12 locked system emergency shut down procedures 2-10 reinstalling software 6-10 logical drive designations. See drive designations M model, identifying notebook 6-2 modes, SpeedStep 2-13 monitor, external (optional), alert 4-3 MultiBoot default startup sequence 5-3 devices supported by 5-1 enabling devices for 5-2 Express 5-5 function 5-1 setting preferences 5-4 N network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 5-3 drive, copying to use 2-2 hotkeys disabling MultiPort 3-12 entering audio...
Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series
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...+F8 hotkeys to quickly lower and raise screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the volume buttons to quickly raise and lower system volume as you need it. ■ Turn off a device connected to the S-video connector by using the Fn+F4 hotkeys or by turning off support for the device in Windows. ■ Run the notebook on external power while formatting a diskette. ■ If you leave your work...
...+F8 hotkeys to quickly lower and raise screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the volume buttons to quickly raise and lower system volume as you need it. ■ Turn off a device connected to the S-video connector by using the Fn+F4 hotkeys or by turning off support for the device in Windows. ■ Run the notebook on external power while formatting a diskette. ■ If you leave your work...
Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series
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... specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). PC Cards can add security. Hardware Guide 7-1 Using PC Cards A PC Card is English-only. Or, refer to the notebook. PC Smart Card Reader and biometric identification PC Cards can be used to add modem, sound card, memory, storage, and digital camera functions to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with Type III being the thickest.) Zoomed video cards are not supported. For information about optional hardware upgrades...
... specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). PC Cards can add security. Hardware Guide 7-1 Using PC Cards A PC Card is English-only. Or, refer to the notebook. PC Smart Card Reader and biometric identification PC Cards can be used to add modem, sound card, memory, storage, and digital camera functions to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with Type III being the thickest.) Zoomed video cards are not supported. For information about optional hardware upgrades...
Maintenance and Service Guide
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Table 1-1 Compaq Evo Notebook N800c, Evo Notebook N800v, Evo Notebook 800w, and Presario 2800 Model Naming Conventions Key N800w P 220 U5 60 W C 51 O XXXXXX-XXX 1 2 3 4 5678 9 10 Key Description Options 1 Brand/Series designator N = Evo Notebook P = Presario 800 = 800 Series 2800 = 2800 Series 2 Processor type P = Intel Pentium 4 3 Processor speed 220 = 2.2 GHz 200 = 2.0 GHz 190 = 1.9 GHz 180 = 1.8 GHz 170 = 1.7 GHz 160 = 1.6 GHz 150 = 1.5 GHz 140 = 1.4 GHz 4 Display type/ size/resolution U = UXGA (1600 ×...
Table 1-1 Compaq Evo Notebook N800c, Evo Notebook N800v, Evo Notebook 800w, and Presario 2800 Model Naming Conventions Key N800w P 220 U5 60 W C 51 O XXXXXX-XXX 1 2 3 4 5678 9 10 Key Description Options 1 Brand/Series designator N = Evo Notebook P = Presario 800 = 800 Series 2800 = 2800 Series 2 Processor type P = Intel Pentium 4 3 Processor speed 220 = 2.2 GHz 200 = 2.0 GHz 190 = 1.9 GHz 180 = 1.8 GHz 170 = 1.7 GHz 160 = 1.6 GHz 150 = 1.5 GHz 140 = 1.4 GHz 4 Display type/ size/resolution U = UXGA (1600 ×...
Maintenance and Service Guide
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... button 1-48 PC Card slot 1-48 PC Card slot space saver 3-16 plastic parts 4-2 pointing device, troubleshooting 2-29 port replicators, spare part numbers 3-20 power button 1-52 power cord, spare part numbers 3-20, 3-21 power light 1-51 power management features 1-44 power, troubleshooting 2-12 power/Standby light 1-46, 1-52 processor removal 5-40 spare part numbers 3-11, 5-40 R real time clock (RTC) battery removal 5-42 spare part number 3-11, 5-42 rear panel components 1-47 removal and replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 5-1 right side components 1-45 RJ-11 jack location...
... button 1-48 PC Card slot 1-48 PC Card slot space saver 3-16 plastic parts 4-2 pointing device, troubleshooting 2-29 port replicators, spare part numbers 3-20 power button 1-52 power cord, spare part numbers 3-20, 3-21 power light 1-51 power management features 1-44 power, troubleshooting 2-12 power/Standby light 1-46, 1-52 processor removal 5-40 spare part numbers 3-11, 5-40 R real time clock (RTC) battery removal 5-42 spare part number 3-11, 5-42 rear panel components 1-47 removal and replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 5-1 right side components 1-45 RJ-11 jack location...