Configuring Compaq Evo Computers for Microsoft Windows 95
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White Paper November 2001 15XM-1101A-WWEN Prepared by: ABG Marketing Communications Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Introduction 3 Windows 95 "Patch 3 Windows 95 Drivers 4 Configuring Compaq Evo Computers for Microsoft Windows 95 Abstract: This guide describes the procedures and files required to configure Compaq Evo computer systems to function with the Microsoft Windows 95 Operating System.
White Paper November 2001 15XM-1101A-WWEN Prepared by: ABG Marketing Communications Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Introduction 3 Windows 95 "Patch 3 Windows 95 Drivers 4 Configuring Compaq Evo Computers for Microsoft Windows 95 Abstract: This guide describes the procedures and files required to configure Compaq Evo computer systems to function with the Microsoft Windows 95 Operating System.
Configuring Compaq Evo Computers for Microsoft Windows 95
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... numerous times. Copy each of the first processor with which Microsoft noted the issue. however, Compaq recognizes that some "speed sensitive" code in Compaq Evo products; Windows 95 "Patch" At the time Windows 95 was first noted with the AMD ...Compaq Evo for Microsoft Windows 95 White Paper 3 Introduction Compaq does not officially support Microsoft Windows 95 Operating System (Windows 95) in the operating system that causes lockups with faster processors, which was released, processor speeds were much slower than they are today. Manually copy the updated driver files on Evo...
... numerous times. Copy each of the first processor with which Microsoft noted the issue. however, Compaq recognizes that some "speed sensitive" code in Compaq Evo products; Windows 95 "Patch" At the time Windows 95 was first noted with the AMD ...Compaq Evo for Microsoft Windows 95 White Paper 3 Introduction Compaq does not officially support Microsoft Windows 95 Operating System (Windows 95) in the operating system that causes lockups with faster processors, which was released, processor speeds were much slower than they are today. Manually copy the updated driver files on Evo...
Configuring Compaq Evo Computers for Microsoft Windows 95
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...installation, you will need to run the Evo systems with Windows 95, download and install the following drivers available at: http://www.compaq.com/support/files/index.html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/allsp.html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/desktops/us/download/10795....html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/desktops/us/download/10828.html • Intel NIC driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18756 • ADI Audio driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18530 • Chipset INF driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18071 • NVidia Graphics driver-for Evo systems using Intel Pentium ...
...installation, you will need to run the Evo systems with Windows 95, download and install the following drivers available at: http://www.compaq.com/support/files/index.html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/allsp.html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/desktops/us/download/10795....html http://www.compaq.com/support/files/desktops/us/download/10828.html • Intel NIC driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18756 • ADI Audio driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18530 • Chipset INF driver-for all Evo Systems: SP18071 • NVidia Graphics driver-for Evo systems using Intel Pentium ...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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... Deskpro and Armada computers are included on 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...
... Deskpro and Armada computers are included on 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...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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... recommend that each customer review SP1's documentation, and then determine whether to deploy SP1 based on Compaq Evo Notebooks 10 Frequently Asked Questions Should I change system drivers? References For the Windows XP Service Pack 1 FAQ from Microsoft, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/downloads/servicepacks/sp1/faq.asp For comprehensive online ...
... recommend that each customer review SP1's documentation, and then determine whether to deploy SP1 based on Compaq Evo Notebooks 10 Frequently Asked Questions Should I change system drivers? References For the Windows XP Service Pack 1 FAQ from Microsoft, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/downloads/servicepacks/sp1/faq.asp For comprehensive online ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...5.11 A 4.05 A (CD) N/A 4.1 A 2.00 A (CD) ATI Video Driver (Windows 95 and Windows 98) ATI Video M6 Driver (Windows 98) 7.00 A N/A Biologon Security System Drivers Compaq Application Installer continued 2.00 A 1.00 A Evo N400c (700 MHz) Preinstall 5.11 A Evo N400c (850 MHz)/ N600c Preinstall 5.11 A 4.05 A (CD) 5.12 C ... Windows 98 • Updated DVD movie playback software • Support for • Evo Notebook N600c Mobile Intel Pentium III 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models • Evo Notebook N400c Mobile Intel Pentium III 850 MHz models Operating Systems Operating systems available for...
...5.11 A 4.05 A (CD) N/A 4.1 A 2.00 A (CD) ATI Video Driver (Windows 95 and Windows 98) ATI Video M6 Driver (Windows 98) 7.00 A N/A Biologon Security System Drivers Compaq Application Installer continued 2.00 A 1.00 A Evo N400c (700 MHz) Preinstall 5.11 A Evo N400c (850 MHz)/ N600c Preinstall 5.11 A 4.05 A (CD) 5.12 C ... Windows 98 • Updated DVD movie playback software • Support for • Evo Notebook N600c Mobile Intel Pentium III 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models • Evo Notebook N400c Mobile Intel Pentium III 850 MHz models Operating Systems Operating systems available for...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Windows 98 Software Component Version Comparison (continued) Software Component Compaq Armada Dock Driver Compaq DVD Solution Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 32 Compaq Internet Favorites Compaq Knowledge Center Desktop/Portable Web Agents (Win32) Armada Family Preinstall-C 1.50 A 1.00 E 2.05 A 1.20 A N/A 4.20 J (preloaded) Diagnostics for Windows 95 and Windows 98 ... A 1.00 B 3.00 B 4.00 B 1.00 A (CD) 4.00 G 1.00 A (CD) 4.10 B 1.00 C 5.01 A (CD) 2.30 C (preloaded) 4.00 C 1.01 A 5.01 A (CD) 2.40 A (preloaded) 5.00 B 15KR-0901A-WWEN Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 4 Table 1.
Windows 98 Software Component Version Comparison (continued) Software Component Compaq Armada Dock Driver Compaq DVD Solution Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 32 Compaq Internet Favorites Compaq Knowledge Center Desktop/Portable Web Agents (Win32) Armada Family Preinstall-C 1.50 A 1.00 E 2.05 A 1.20 A N/A 4.20 J (preloaded) Diagnostics for Windows 95 and Windows 98 ... A 1.00 B 3.00 B 4.00 B 1.00 A (CD) 4.00 G 1.00 A (CD) 4.10 B 1.00 C 5.01 A (CD) 2.30 C (preloaded) 4.00 C 1.01 A 5.01 A (CD) 2.40 A (preloaded) 5.00 B 15KR-0901A-WWEN Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 4 Table 1.
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 5 Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with Windows 98. Some portable computer features are not supported...Etherlink 3C905C 5.11 A 10/100 PCI NIC Allegro Audio Driver N/A Altiris Express Client 4.10 B Armada Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers 2.00 A ATI Video Driver (NT 4.0) 4.00 A ATI Video M6 Driver N/A (Windows NT) CardWare 2.12 C (preloaded) Compaq Application Installer 1.00 A Compaq DVD Solution 1.00 E Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 32 2.05 B continued Evo N400c (700 MHz) Preinstall 5.11 A 4.03 B...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 5 Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with Windows 98. Some portable computer features are not supported...Etherlink 3C905C 5.11 A 10/100 PCI NIC Allegro Audio Driver N/A Altiris Express Client 4.10 B Armada Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers 2.00 A ATI Video Driver (NT 4.0) 4.00 A ATI Video M6 Driver N/A (Windows NT) CardWare 2.12 C (preloaded) Compaq Application Installer 1.00 A Compaq DVD Solution 1.00 E Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 32 2.05 B continued Evo N400c (700 MHz) Preinstall 5.11 A 4.03 B...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...Compaq Internet Favorites Compaq Knowledge Center Desktop/Portable Web Agents (Win32) 1.20 A N/A 4.20 J (preloaded) Diagnostics for Windows NT 3.01 G (preloaded) Hot Key Support Software 1.10 A (Win32) Insight Management Agents (Win32) 4.20 G (preloaded) Intel SpeedStep N/A Application M2E Audio Driver (Windows NT 4.0) 4.03 C Mobile Modem Drivers... 4.36 G (preloaded) 1.30 A (preloaded) N/A 1.00 A 2.00 A 3.20 B 4.00 G N/A 1.00 C 2.30 C (preloaded) 4.00 A Evo N400c (850 MHz)/ N600c Preinstall N/A N/A N/A (now part of Insight Manager Agents 4.36) 3.07 A 1.10 B 4.36 H 2.10 A N/A 1.00 B ...
...Compaq Internet Favorites Compaq Knowledge Center Desktop/Portable Web Agents (Win32) 1.20 A N/A 4.20 J (preloaded) Diagnostics for Windows NT 3.01 G (preloaded) Hot Key Support Software 1.10 A (Win32) Insight Management Agents (Win32) 4.20 G (preloaded) Intel SpeedStep N/A Application M2E Audio Driver (Windows NT 4.0) 4.03 C Mobile Modem Drivers... 4.36 G (preloaded) 1.30 A (preloaded) N/A 1.00 A 2.00 A 3.20 B 4.00 G N/A 1.00 C 2.30 C (preloaded) 4.00 A Evo N400c (850 MHz)/ N600c Preinstall N/A N/A N/A (now part of Insight Manager Agents 4.36) 3.07 A 1.10 B 4.36 H 2.10 A N/A 1.00 B ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...2.00 A (CD) ATI Video Driver 2.00 A ATI M6 Video Driver N/A Biologon Security System N/A Drivers Compaq Application Installer 1.00 A Compaq Armada Dock Driver 1.50 A Compaq DVD Solution 1.00 E Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 2.05 A Compaq Internet favorites 1.20 A Compaq Knowledge N/A Center Diagnostics for Windows 3....N600c Guide (CD) 3.00 A 1.00 A (for Evo N400c 850 MHz and N600c models. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own. Table 3. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 7 Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional...
...2.00 A (CD) ATI Video Driver 2.00 A ATI M6 Video Driver N/A Biologon Security System N/A Drivers Compaq Application Installer 1.00 A Compaq Armada Dock Driver 1.50 A Compaq DVD Solution 1.00 E Compaq Easy Access Buttons Software 2.05 A Compaq Internet favorites 1.20 A Compaq Knowledge N/A Center Diagnostics for Windows 3....N600c Guide (CD) 3.00 A 1.00 A (for Evo N400c 850 MHz and N600c models. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own. Table 3. Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 7 Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... are provided in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook computers are included on the computer. The Compaq SSCD is updated regularly and is shipped with each Evo N400c and N600c computer. Subscriptions can be purchased through an annual...
... are provided in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for Evo Notebook computers are included on the computer. The Compaq SSCD is updated regularly and is shipped with each Evo N400c and N600c computer. Subscriptions can be purchased through an annual...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of operating system enhancements and fixes Updates ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory/Basic Input Output System), which sets basic configuration allowing the system to -install compilation of SoftPaqs, from the Compaq... Etherlink 10/100 PCI NIC Altiris Express Client BioLogon Security System Drivers CardWare Compaq Application Installer Compaq Check Dock Utility Compaq Internet Favorites Diagnostics Easy Access Buttons Software Easy Point IV Hot ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 9 Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of operating system enhancements and fixes Updates ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory/Basic Input Output System), which sets basic configuration allowing the system to -install compilation of SoftPaqs, from the Compaq... Etherlink 10/100 PCI NIC Altiris Express Client BioLogon Security System Drivers CardWare Compaq Application Installer Compaq Check Dock Utility Compaq Internet Favorites Diagnostics Easy Access Buttons Software Easy Point IV Hot ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...with computer management software vendors. • Configuration Management-Provides the latest drivers, utilities, and support software to the Intelligent Manageability for easy-tomanage ...Compaq Web site at http//www.compaq.com. Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Compaq addresses this need that customers have for Portables white paper. 15KR-0901A-WWEN Windows 98 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! This management tool is designed for computers in stand-alone and networked environments. Prefailure alerts generate advance warnings to manage computers intelligently. Evo Notebook...
...with computer management software vendors. • Configuration Management-Provides the latest drivers, utilities, and support software to the Intelligent Manageability for easy-tomanage ...Compaq Web site at http//www.compaq.com. Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 ! Compaq addresses this need that customers have for Portables white paper. 15KR-0901A-WWEN Windows 98 ! Compaq Support Software CD ! This management tool is designed for computers in stand-alone and networked environments. Prefailure alerts generate advance warnings to manage computers intelligently. Evo Notebook...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... to the hard drives, which provide customers with DriveLock remain protected even if removed from the notebook. Compaq Support Windows 2000 Software CD ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD Evo N400c computers feature the ATI Mobility-M video chipset. Software drivers enable all functionality of application program interfaces (APIs) designed to playing WAV and MIDI files, DirectSound...
... to the hard drives, which provide customers with DriveLock remain protected even if removed from the notebook. Compaq Support Windows 2000 Software CD ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD Evo N400c computers feature the ATI Mobility-M video chipset. Software drivers enable all functionality of application program interfaces (APIs) designed to playing WAV and MIDI files, DirectSound...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 16 Frequently Asked Questions Are drivers for consistency. This application is introduced, will all previously released models in new models. Yes, Evo N600c 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models share the same preinstall image as possible is available. If a new ... to use. Changes made to the preinstall images will be viewed on Evo Notebook models during the life of these software components? MultiPort devices are available from the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com. Software for MultiPort devices is inserted into the DVD-ROM drive...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 16 Frequently Asked Questions Are drivers for consistency. This application is introduced, will all previously released models in new models. Yes, Evo N600c 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models share the same preinstall image as possible is available. If a new ... to use. Changes made to the preinstall images will be viewed on Evo Notebook models during the life of these software components? MultiPort devices are available from the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com. Software for MultiPort devices is inserted into the DVD-ROM drive...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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...1616 1-800-952-7689 (U.S.) 1-800-349-8498 (Canada) 1-800-345-1518 (U.S.) 1-800-567-1616 (Canada) 1-800-OK-COMPAQ (U.S. Preinstalled software refers to drivers, hardware enabling utilities and applications that provide additional non-critical features on applicable models, such as your system has completed setup after ... the desired applications, and follow the easy-to the current line of preloaded software easy by Compaq. and Canada) 1-800-652-6672 15KR-0901A-WWEN Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 17 How will be installed prior to use. Preloaded software refers to applications and...
...1616 1-800-952-7689 (U.S.) 1-800-349-8498 (Canada) 1-800-345-1518 (U.S.) 1-800-567-1616 (Canada) 1-800-OK-COMPAQ (U.S. Preinstalled software refers to drivers, hardware enabling utilities and applications that provide additional non-critical features on applicable models, such as your system has completed setup after ... the desired applications, and follow the easy-to the current line of preloaded software easy by Compaq. and Canada) 1-800-652-6672 15KR-0901A-WWEN Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 17 How will be installed prior to use. Preloaded software refers to applications and...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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... and Add-Ons Before Removing or Installing Components 8-1 Upgrading Memory 8-2 Removing and Inserting a Memory Expansion Board 8-3 Adding and Using PC Cards 8-6 Configuring a PC Card 8-6 Inserting a PC Card 8-7 Removing a PC Card 8-8 Conserving Energy 8-8 Installing Additional Device Drivers 8-9 Adding Wireless Devices 8-9 Media Bay Devices 8-10 External Diskette Drive 8-10 Battery Packs 8-10 Upgrading the Hard Drive 8-10...
... and Add-Ons Before Removing or Installing Components 8-1 Upgrading Memory 8-2 Removing and Inserting a Memory Expansion Board 8-3 Adding and Using PC Cards 8-6 Configuring a PC Card 8-6 Inserting a PC Card 8-7 Removing a PC Card 8-8 Conserving Energy 8-8 Installing Additional Device Drivers 8-9 Adding Wireless Devices 8-9 Media Bay Devices 8-10 External Diskette Drive 8-10 Battery Packs 8-10 Upgrading the Hard Drive 8-10...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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... Hardware Guide Before responding to select a language or operating system, choose carefully. ❏ The languages and operating system that the correct drivers install during initial setup: s Do not unplug the computer from the system and cannot be restored during initial setup. ❏ An operating... system available during initial setup is enhanced by computer configuration. Setup time varies by Compaq. s During the setup process, you must complete the entire process. s Do not remove or insert a drive. s Once you ...
... Hardware Guide Before responding to select a language or operating system, choose carefully. ❏ The languages and operating system that the correct drivers install during initial setup: s Do not unplug the computer from the system and cannot be restored during initial setup. ❏ An operating... system available during initial setup is enhanced by computer configuration. Setup time varies by Compaq. s During the setup process, you must complete the entire process. s Do not remove or insert a drive. s Once you ...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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... preinstalled with the operating system. Connecting an External Keyboard or Pointing Device The keyboard and external pointing devices need software device drivers to the single keyboard/mouse connector, purchase a Y-adapter. To connect both an external keyboard and PS/2 external mouse or... external trackball to operate. Hardware Guide 7-1 The necessary drivers are provided by the manufacturer or may be physically connected to the keyboard/mouse connector on your computer. This section provides procedures...
... preinstalled with the operating system. Connecting an External Keyboard or Pointing Device The keyboard and external pointing devices need software device drivers to the single keyboard/mouse connector, purchase a Y-adapter. To connect both an external keyboard and PS/2 external mouse or... external trackball to operate. Hardware Guide 7-1 The necessary drivers are provided by the manufacturer or may be physically connected to the keyboard/mouse connector on your computer. This section provides procedures...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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...into the printer. 3. Operating system support for infrared communication is IrDA-compliant and supports both low-speed connections up to the parallel connector on device driver. If setup fails, consult the printer documentation for information and instructions on the rear panel of the printer signal cable into a properly grounded electrical... producing an invisible beam of infrared light between infrared devices, and applications being used. If setup fails, consult the printer documentation for device driver configuration information and instructions. Hardware Guide 7-3
...into the printer. 3. Operating system support for infrared communication is IrDA-compliant and supports both low-speed connections up to the parallel connector on device driver. If setup fails, consult the printer documentation for information and instructions on the rear panel of the printer signal cable into a properly grounded electrical... producing an invisible beam of infrared light between infrared devices, and applications being used. If setup fails, consult the printer documentation for device driver configuration information and instructions. Hardware Guide 7-3