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... BIOS using either: • Computer Setup • Simultaneously pressing Function + ESC after the Operating System is installed.) 2. Check for instructions if no OS is booted 3. Check the Compaq Web site for known Windows XP security issues For more information regarding specific fixes in the htm file on the Service Pack CD. Table 1 lists the minimum versions of ROM, available as of the publication of available software updates...
... BIOS using either: • Computer Setup • Simultaneously pressing Function + ESC after the Operating System is installed.) 2. Check for instructions if no OS is booted 3. Check the Compaq Web site for known Windows XP security issues For more information regarding specific fixes in the htm file on the Service Pack CD. Table 1 lists the minimum versions of ROM, available as of the publication of available software updates...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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...: • 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 SSCD is updated regularly and is in the form of SoftPaqs, from the Compaq Download Facility or from a Compaq authorized dealer. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for Compaq commercial notebook, desktop, and workstation computers. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack...
...: • 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 SSCD is updated regularly and is in the form of SoftPaqs, from the Compaq Download Facility or from a Compaq authorized dealer. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for Compaq commercial notebook, desktop, and workstation computers. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... and Compaq software utilities include: • Compaq Power Management support • Suspend, Hibernation, and Power utilities • Compaq enhanced audio, video, and network support • DVD movie playback software • Compaq Diagnostics for Evo N600c) N/A N/A 3.00 A 2.10 D 15KR-0901A-WWEN With Windows NT 4.0, newer technologies such as MultiPort, USB, and Infrared are not supported by Windows NT 4.0 and do not function in the same manner as with Service Pack 6 (SP6) is required. Windows NT 4.0 Software Component...
... and Compaq software utilities include: • Compaq Power Management support • Suspend, Hibernation, and Power utilities • Compaq enhanced audio, video, and network support • DVD movie playback software • Compaq Diagnostics for Evo N600c) N/A N/A 3.00 A 2.10 D 15KR-0901A-WWEN With Windows NT 4.0, newer technologies such as MultiPort, USB, and Infrared are not supported by Windows NT 4.0 and do not function in the same manner as with Service Pack 6 (SP6) is required. Windows NT 4.0 Software Component...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 8 Table 3. The QRCD System Recovery provides an easy-to the factory settings. Users select one -time purchase. Limited support is shipped with each Evo N400c and N600c computer. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for the Evo N400c. This complete restore solution allows customers to perform a complete destructive format and restore the system to -use complete restore solution. Key drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook...
... Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 8 Table 3. The QRCD System Recovery provides an easy-to the factory settings. Users select one -time purchase. Limited support is shipped with each Evo N400c and N600c computer. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for the Evo N400c. This complete restore solution allows customers to perform a complete destructive format and restore the system to -use complete restore solution. Key drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the computer and docking base Enables the integrated network adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the computer to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing SMART drive data collection Enables the integrated video hardware Enables system...
... for driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the computer and docking base Enables the integrated network adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the computer to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Increases battery life by managing SMART drive data collection Enables the integrated video hardware Enables system...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... that allows customers to modify the configuration of their notebooks and to enable Compaq specific features of the system hardware and software configuration. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 10 Software Enhancements This section discusses the following software enhancements: • Setup and Diagnostics • Intelligent Manageability • Video • Multimedia • Audio • Security • Power Management • MultiBay support • Easy Access buttons support • Reference guides • Internet Explorer The check boxes following each...
... that allows customers to modify the configuration of their notebooks and to enable Compaq specific features of the system hardware and software configuration. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 10 Software Enhancements This section discusses the following software enhancements: • Setup and Diagnostics • Intelligent Manageability • Video • Multimedia • Audio • Security • Power Management • MultiBay support • Easy Access buttons support • Reference guides • Internet Explorer The check boxes following each...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... lock the keyboard. Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Through the Control Panel security applet, users can have the keyboard locked when the computer enters suspend mode, or the user can set screen save timeouts for AC power use interface for AC, and set the power-on the system. Compaq ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD Security Management is enabled, any keys pressed are categorized into one of the monitor, if available, set hard drive timeouts for setting and controlling power management features. Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq...
... lock the keyboard. Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Through the Control Panel security applet, users can have the keyboard locked when the computer enters suspend mode, or the user can set screen save timeouts for AC power use interface for AC, and set the power-on the system. Compaq ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD Security Management is enabled, any keys pressed are categorized into one of the monitor, if available, set hard drive timeouts for setting and controlling power management features. Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq...
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... ! Evo N400c/N600c models use of MultiBay devices in supported Compaq docking options. Compaq ! This feature also enables and disables low-battery warning beeps. Windows 98 ! Battery Status Page ! If a battery is provided for that battery are shown. MultiBay Support !Windows 98 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD MultiBay Support Software is present in a given location, the status (high, low, critical, or charging) and a percentage of the MultiBay CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, Super Disk...
... ! Evo N400c/N600c models use of MultiBay devices in supported Compaq docking options. Compaq ! This feature also enables and disables low-battery warning beeps. Windows 98 ! Battery Status Page ! If a battery is provided for that battery are shown. MultiBay Support !Windows 98 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD MultiBay Support Software is present in a given location, the status (high, low, critical, or charging) and a percentage of the MultiBay CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, Super Disk...
Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series
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... 2-6 Accessing a Protected Hard Drive 2-7 Changing a DriveLock Password or Removing DriveLock Protection from a Drive . . . . . 2-8 Using Device Security 2-9 Setting Device Security 2-9 Connecting an Optional Cable Lock 2-10 3 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software 3-1 Preparing for a Software Update 3-1 Accessing Notebook Model Information 3-1 Accessing Software Updates 3-2 Updating Software from the Internet 3-2 Downloading and Installing a SoftPaq 3-3 Restoring Software 3-4 4 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Selecting the Setup Utility 4-1 Using the Setup Utility...
... 2-6 Accessing a Protected Hard Drive 2-7 Changing a DriveLock Password or Removing DriveLock Protection from a Drive . . . . . 2-8 Using Device Security 2-9 Setting Device Security 2-9 Connecting an Optional Cable Lock 2-10 3 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software 3-1 Preparing for a Software Update 3-1 Accessing Notebook Model Information 3-1 Accessing Software Updates 3-2 Updating Software from the Internet 3-2 Downloading and Installing a SoftPaq 3-3 Restoring Software 3-4 4 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Selecting the Setup Utility 4-1 Using the Setup Utility...
Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series
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... power button. Setting Power Procedure Preferences To access the settings that Hibernation is enabled, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon. To verify that change the functions of the power button and display switch, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon > Advanced tab. Assign this function as instructed in "Setting Power Procedure Preferences" in this chapter. For more information about power options settings, refer to the screen. Press the power button. The initiate Hibernation setting...
... power button. Setting Power Procedure Preferences To access the settings that Hibernation is enabled, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon. To verify that change the functions of the power button and display switch, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options icon > Advanced tab. Assign this function as instructed in "Setting Power Procedure Preferences" in this chapter. For more information about power options settings, refer to the screen. Press the power button. The initiate Hibernation setting...
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Power Management Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings Use the following procedures to conserve power while the notebook is running on battery power: ■ Turn off local area network (LAN) connections, and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external equipment you are not using that is not connected to an external power source. ■ If you leave your work, initiate Standby or Hibernation or shut down the...
Power Management Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings Use the following procedures to conserve power while the notebook is running on battery power: ■ Turn off local area network (LAN) connections, and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external equipment you are not using that is not connected to an external power source. ■ If you leave your work, initiate Standby or Hibernation or shut down the...
Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series
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... hard drive is permanently unusable. For example, a password set and entered with the same keys. Security Management If You Forget a Password ■ If you forget your power-on password or setup password, refer to Worldwide Telephone Numbers, included with the notebook, for information about contacting a Compaq authorized service provider. ■ If you set, enter, change, or delete it. ■ Must be set with keyboard number keys will not be entered each time the notebook is turned...
... hard drive is permanently unusable. For example, a password set and entered with the same keys. Security Management If You Forget a Password ■ If you forget your power-on password or setup password, refer to Worldwide Telephone Numbers, included with the notebook, for information about contacting a Compaq authorized service provider. ■ If you set, enter, change, or delete it. ■ Must be set with keyboard number keys will not be entered each time the notebook is turned...
Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series
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... press enter. ❏ To delete a power-on password, select the Set Power on password: a. Entering a Power-On Password When prompted as the notebook is turned on the screen. Select Security from the menu bar), select Exit Saving Changes, then follow the instructions on or restarted, or exits Hibernation, type your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press esc (or select Exit from the menu bar. (To select a menu, use the arrow keys.) 3.
... press enter. ❏ To delete a power-on password, select the Set Power on password: a. Entering a Power-On Password When prompted as the notebook is turned on the screen. Select Security from the menu bar), select Exit Saving Changes, then follow the instructions on or restarted, or exits Hibernation, type your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press esc (or select Exit from the menu bar. (To select a menu, use the arrow keys.) 3.
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... the system. Select Setup Password, then press enter. ❏ To set and entered with embedded keypad number keys. ■ Can include up to 8 alphanumeric characters and is displayed in the Setup Utility. 1. Type the password in the New Password field, then press enter. Type the password in the Confirm New Password field, then press enter. 2-4 Software Guide Select Security from the menu bar. (To select a menu, use of the screen. 2. For example, a password set with keyboard number keys will not be set a setup password: a.
... the system. Select Setup Password, then press enter. ❏ To set and entered with embedded keypad number keys. ■ Can include up to 8 alphanumeric characters and is displayed in the Setup Utility. 1. Type the password in the New Password field, then press enter. Type the password in the Confirm New Password field, then press enter. 2-4 Software Guide Select Security from the menu bar. (To select a menu, use of the screen. 2. For example, a password set with keyboard number keys will not be set a setup password: a.
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... Enter New Password field, then press enter. Type the new password in the Enter Current Password field, then press enter. Software Guide 2-5 c. To save your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press esc (or select Exit from the menu bar), select Exit Saving Changes, then follow the instructions on the screen. Security Management ❏ To change a setup password: a. b. Type the password in the Confirm New Password field, then press enter. ❏ To delete a setup password, select the Set Setup Password option, type the current password...
... Enter New Password field, then press enter. Type the new password in the Enter Current Password field, then press enter. Software Guide 2-5 c. To save your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press esc (or select Exit from the menu bar), select Exit Saving Changes, then follow the instructions on the screen. Security Management ❏ To change a setup password: a. b. Type the password in the Confirm New Password field, then press enter. ❏ To delete a setup password, select the Set Setup Password option, type the current password...
Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series
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... whether the notebook is applied to a hard drive, the DriveLock password must be entered to access the drive A DriveLock password: ■ Can be set and entered with embedded keypad number keys. ■ Can include up to the contents of a hard drive. Removing DriveLock protection from a drive requires the use of information: ■ Shut down . 2-6 Software Guide Do not remove a hard drive while the notebook is on, in Standby, or in Hibernation, turn the notebook on...
... whether the notebook is applied to a hard drive, the DriveLock password must be entered to access the drive A DriveLock password: ■ Can be set and entered with embedded keypad number keys. ■ Can include up to the contents of a hard drive. Removing DriveLock protection from a drive requires the use of information: ■ Shut down . 2-6 Software Guide Do not remove a hard drive while the notebook is on, in Standby, or in Hibernation, turn the notebook on...
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... menu bar. (To select a menu, use the arrow keys.) Select the DriveLock Protection field, then press enter. ❏ To change a DriveLock password: a. c. Select Security from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Type the new password in the Enter Current Password field, then press enter. If you are entered in Hibernation. ■ If you open the utility. Type the new password in Hibernation, turn the notebook on the screen. 2-8 Software Guide Security Management Changing a DriveLock Password or Removing DriveLock Protection from a Drive...
... menu bar. (To select a menu, use the arrow keys.) Select the DriveLock Protection field, then press enter. ❏ To change a DriveLock password: a. c. Select Security from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Type the new password in the Enter Current Password field, then press enter. If you are entered in Hibernation. ■ If you open the utility. Type the new password in Hibernation, turn the notebook on the screen. 2-8 Software Guide Security Management Changing a DriveLock Password or Removing DriveLock Protection from a Drive...
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...* Display the version number of the notebook. Product Name* Display Compaq notebook name. Serial Number* Display the serial number of the KBC (keyboard controller). CPU Speed* Display the CPU clock speed. System Date* Set the date. CPU Type* Display the CPU family. BIOS Version* Display the version number of notebook. UUD Number* Unique system ID for systems with NICs installed Note: Pressing F9 replaces all settings on the Main screen without making a selection. Notebook Model* Display Model number of the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). Software Guide...
...* Display the version number of the notebook. Product Name* Display Compaq notebook name. Serial Number* Display the serial number of the KBC (keyboard controller). CPU Speed* Display the CPU clock speed. System Date* Set the date. CPU Type* Display the CPU family. BIOS Version* Display the version number of notebook. UUD Number* Unique system ID for systems with NICs installed Note: Pressing F9 replaces all settings on the Main screen without making a selection. Notebook Model* Display Model number of the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). Software Guide...
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... the BIOS from the popup menu: ■ US (English) ■ FR (French) ■ IT (Italian) ■ GR (German) ■ SP (Spanish) ■ JR (Japanese) ■ CT (Traditional Chinese) ■ NL (Dutch) Boot Select from the following options: ■ Floppy Diskette Drive ■ CD-ROM Drive ■ Hard Drive ■ Network Adapter USB Legacy Support Enable or disable access to the following legacy devices: ■ Mouse ■ Keyboard DMA (Direct Memory Access) Set...
... the BIOS from the popup menu: ■ US (English) ■ FR (French) ■ IT (Italian) ■ GR (German) ■ SP (Spanish) ■ JR (Japanese) ■ CT (Traditional Chinese) ■ NL (Dutch) Boot Select from the following options: ■ Floppy Diskette Drive ■ CD-ROM Drive ■ Hard Drive ■ Network Adapter USB Legacy Support Enable or disable access to the following legacy devices: ■ Mouse ■ Keyboard DMA (Direct Memory Access) Set...
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...-on password 2-2 H hard drive and DriveLock password 2-8 Hibernation affecting hard drive removal 2-6 compared to Suspend and Shutdown 1-3 degraded playback of video/audio 1-3 described 1-2 disabling/enabling 1-2 exiting 1-6 initiating 1-6 setting preferences 1-6 when to use 1-2 K KBC ROM (Keyboard Controller Read Only Memory) 3-1 keyboard locking at power-on 2-2, 2-4 L locked system and reinstalling software 3-4 low-battery conditions identifying 1-7 resolving 1-9 M model, identifying notebook 3-1 N notebook model, family, type 3-1 O operating system, reinstalling 3-4 P passwords changing or...
...-on password 2-2 H hard drive and DriveLock password 2-8 Hibernation affecting hard drive removal 2-6 compared to Suspend and Shutdown 1-3 degraded playback of video/audio 1-3 described 1-2 disabling/enabling 1-2 exiting 1-6 initiating 1-6 setting preferences 1-6 when to use 1-2 K KBC ROM (Keyboard Controller Read Only Memory) 3-1 keyboard locking at power-on 2-2, 2-4 L locked system and reinstalling software 3-4 low-battery conditions identifying 1-7 resolving 1-9 M model, identifying notebook 3-1 N notebook model, family, type 3-1 O operating system, reinstalling 3-4 P passwords changing or...