Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... / WINDOWS NT 4 STEPS TO CALIBRATE UNDER WINDOWS 20004 MANUAL CALIBRATION........... 6 WINDOWS 95, WINDOWS 98, & WINDOWS NT 4.0 6 WINDOWS 2000.......... 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 7 NOTICE 8 ... Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this White Paper is to communicate Compaq's solutions for notebook battery optimization. Detailed in the document are pre-use considerations and recommendations on...
... / WINDOWS NT 4 STEPS TO CALIBRATE UNDER WINDOWS 20004 MANUAL CALIBRATION........... 6 WINDOWS 95, WINDOWS 98, & WINDOWS NT 4.0 6 WINDOWS 2000.......... 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 7 NOTICE 8 ... Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this White Paper is to communicate Compaq's solutions for notebook battery optimization. Detailed in the document are pre-use considerations and recommendations on...
Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... amount of windows initially indicates 0% charge when initially plugged into A/C power. Connect the computer to A/C power Compaq recommends leaving the computer connected to the information provided below. 2 COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS Notebook batteries are shipped from the cells. Although the battery is charged when it reaches the end user. REMOVING THE...
... amount of windows initially indicates 0% charge when initially plugged into A/C power. Connect the computer to A/C power Compaq recommends leaving the computer connected to the information provided below. 2 COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) PRE-USE CONSIDERATIONS Notebook batteries are shipped from the cells. Although the battery is charged when it reaches the end user. REMOVING THE...
Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... be calibrated. IMPORTANT! COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED With the advancement in technology, the battery industry continues to partial charges and discharges, the more frequently the battery is subjected to provide solutions aimed at improving methods of the cells. Inherent in capacity. To maintain the measurement accuracy, Compaq recommends periodic calibration about...
... be calibrated. IMPORTANT! COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) BATTERY CALIBRATION DEFINED With the advancement in technology, the battery industry continues to partial charges and discharges, the more frequently the battery is subjected to provide solutions aimed at improving methods of the cells. Inherent in capacity. To maintain the measurement accuracy, Compaq recommends periodic calibration about...
Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... throughout the entire Calibration process. Go to re-Calibrate about every 2-3 months, depending on Start Calibration button - COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) CALIBRATION WITH THE COMPAQ POWER MANAGEMENT SUITE To meet the need for battery run the Calibration process completely. STEPS TO CALIBRATE UNDER WINDOWS 2000 Attach the AC Power Cord and do...
... throughout the entire Calibration process. Go to re-Calibrate about every 2-3 months, depending on Start Calibration button - COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) CALIBRATION WITH THE COMPAQ POWER MANAGEMENT SUITE To meet the need for battery run the Calibration process completely. STEPS TO CALIBRATE UNDER WINDOWS 2000 Attach the AC Power Cord and do...
Commercial Notebook Batteries: Performance Optimization
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... • Start / Settings / Control Panel / Power Options / Compaq Power (or use Fn-F7 if hotkeys is installed) • Under the Compaq Power tab is located the battery status boxes. • Status of all batteries in the notebook is reported by percentage of charge and if Calibration is required, ...a Calibrate button is visible for a complete cycle depending on current battery state • When complete...
... • Start / Settings / Control Panel / Power Options / Compaq Power (or use Fn-F7 if hotkeys is installed) • Under the Compaq Power tab is located the battery status boxes. • Status of all batteries in the notebook is reported by percentage of charge and if Calibration is required, ...a Calibrate button is visible for a complete cycle depending on current battery state • When complete...
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...NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) MANUAL CALIBRATION To calibrate a battery on the battery conservation settings by pressing Fn+F7, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power (or Compaq Power in Windows NT). 2. Check the current battery capacity level by positioning the cursor over the battery ...icon in MS-DOS Mode > OK. 4. You have now successfully calibrated the battery. 6 Undock the computer or disconnect the...
...NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) MANUAL CALIBRATION To calibrate a battery on the battery conservation settings by pressing Fn+F7, or select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power (or Compaq Power in Windows NT). 2. Check the current battery capacity level by positioning the cursor over the battery ...icon in MS-DOS Mode > OK. 4. You have now successfully calibrated the battery. 6 Undock the computer or disconnect the...
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... as PC Cards, MultiBay devices, or MultiBay Expansion Units and other way to increase my battery performance? Calibration can engage these power management states before it is actually more information about power management and batteries, refer to calibrate my battery? Q: ... through the Windows Control Panel. Will calibrating improve this performance? COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why do you mean by the battery. A: Proper battery calibration will vary based on configuration. Power settings, storage media intensive ...
... as PC Cards, MultiBay devices, or MultiBay Expansion Units and other way to increase my battery performance? Calibration can engage these power management states before it is actually more information about power management and batteries, refer to calibrate my battery? Q: ... through the Windows Control Panel. Will calibrating improve this performance? COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why do you mean by the battery. A: Proper battery calibration will vary based on configuration. Power settings, storage media intensive ...
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...trademarks of Intel products are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) NOTICE The information in the U.S.A. 8 COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN,...USE OF THIS MATERIAL. All rights reserved. Printed in this publication is subject to change without notice. Compaq and Armada are trademarks of Compaq Computer Corporation and are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Pentium, Celeron, MMX ...
...trademarks of Intel products are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. COMMERCIAL NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION (cont.) NOTICE The information in the U.S.A. 8 COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN,...USE OF THIS MATERIAL. All rights reserved. Printed in this publication is subject to change without notice. Compaq and Armada are trademarks of Compaq Computer Corporation and are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Pentium, Celeron, MMX ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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... method for updates. Table 5. 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...
... method for updates. Table 5. 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...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 14 Battery Conservation Settings Page ! Compaq Support Windows 2000 Software CD ! Hibernation Settings Page ! Compaq ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD The Hibernation features turn hibernation on activity and usage. Battery Status Page ! Compaq ! MultiBay software enables the use ACPI to manage power based on or off, set hibernation timeouts, and select the logical partition...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview 14 Battery Conservation Settings Page ! Compaq Support Windows 2000 Software CD ! Hibernation Settings Page ! Compaq ! Compaq Web Site QuickRestore CD The Hibernation features turn hibernation on activity and usage. Battery Status Page ! Compaq ! MultiBay software enables the use ACPI to manage power based on or off, set hibernation timeouts, and select the logical partition...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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b Hardware Guide Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series Part Number: 233050-001 May 2001 This guide provides comprehensive information on setting up the computer hardware and software, identifying computer components, using the battery pack, connecting external devices, and adding upgrades and accessories.
b Hardware Guide Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series Part Number: 233050-001 May 2001 This guide provides comprehensive information on setting up the computer hardware and software, identifying computer components, using the battery pack, connecting external devices, and adding upgrades and accessories.
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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Contents 4 Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs 4-1 Using a New Battery Pack 4-2 Replacing the Primary Battery Pack 4-2 Installing or Removing the Optional Media Bay Battery Pack 4-4 Using the Battery Quick Charge Check 4-6 Calibrating the Battery 4-6 Storing a Battery Pack 4-8 Recycling a Used Battery Pack 4-8 5 Drives Caring for Drives 5-1 Removing and Inserting the Hard Drive 5-2 Inserting or Removing a Media Bay Drive 5-3 Connecting the Optional External...
Contents 4 Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs 4-1 Using a New Battery Pack 4-2 Replacing the Primary Battery Pack 4-2 Installing or Removing the Optional Media Bay Battery Pack 4-4 Using the Battery Quick Charge Check 4-6 Calibrating the Battery 4-6 Storing a Battery Pack 4-8 Recycling a Used Battery Pack 4-8 5 Drives Caring for Drives 5-1 Removing and Inserting the Hard Drive 5-2 Inserting or Removing a Media Bay Drive 5-3 Connecting the Optional External...
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... 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 9 Specifications Regulatory Agency Series Numbers 9-1 Computer...
... 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 9 Specifications Regulatory Agency Series Numbers 9-1 Computer...
Compaq Evo Notebook N150 Series
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... the shipping box. Turn the computer bottom side up and place it before installing the battery pack. 3. Press down the battery pack until the release latch 2 clicks. a. Turn the computer top side up . If tape is covering the battery contacts, remove it on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 1-2 Hardware Guide Install the...
... the shipping box. Turn the computer bottom side up and place it before installing the battery pack. 3. Press down the battery pack until the release latch 2 clicks. a. Turn the computer top side up . If tape is covering the battery contacts, remove it on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 1-2 Hardware Guide Install the...
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The battery light: ❏ Remains on while the battery pack is charging. ❏ Turns off when the battery pack is turned on: s The power/standby light 2 turns on . s The battery pack in the battery compartment begins to begin software setup. s You are prompted to charge and the battery light 3 turns on . Turning on the computer by pressing the power button 1. Hardware Guide 1-5 Hardware and Software Setup 7. Turn on the computer When power is fully charged.
The battery light: ❏ Remains on while the battery pack is charging. ❏ Turns off when the battery pack is turned on: s The power/standby light 2 turns on . s The battery pack in the battery compartment begins to begin software setup. s You are prompted to charge and the battery light 3 turns on . Turning on the computer by pressing the power button 1. Hardware Guide 1-5 Hardware and Software Setup 7. Turn on the computer When power is fully charged.
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... Desktop, then select Next. For calibration information and instructions, refer to the "Battery Packs" chapter in the Safety & Comfort Guide on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the application. Hardware Guide 1-7 s To install a preloaded Compaq utility, select the Setup Compaq Software icon on the Desktop, then follow the instructions on the Desktop...
... Desktop, then select Next. For calibration information and instructions, refer to the "Battery Packs" chapter in the Safety & Comfort Guide on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the application. Hardware Guide 1-7 s To install a preloaded Compaq utility, select the Setup Compaq Software icon on the Desktop, then follow the instructions on the Desktop...
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... to the computer. 2-2 Hardware Guide Blinking: Computer is the only available power source reaches a low-battery condition. Connects a CD player, turner, or tape deck. Removable primary hard drive. Blinking: A battery pack that is in jack 3 Power light 4 Battery light 5 Hard drive Function Connects stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. A Look at the...
... to the computer. 2-2 Hardware Guide Blinking: Computer is the only available power source reaches a low-battery condition. Connects a CD player, turner, or tape deck. Removable primary hard drive. Blinking: A battery pack that is in jack 3 Power light 4 Battery light 5 Hard drive Function Connects stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. A Look at the...
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On: A battery is the only available power source reaches a low-battery condition. The power light also blinks if a battery pack that is in Standby. Blinking: A battery pack that is charging. Blinking: Computer is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. 2-6 Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Top Component Lights Component 5 Scroll lock light 6 Power light 7 Battery charge light Function On: Scroll is turned on . On: Power is on .
On: A battery is the only available power source reaches a low-battery condition. The power light also blinks if a battery pack that is in Standby. Blinking: A battery pack that is charging. Blinking: Computer is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. 2-6 Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Top Component Lights Component 5 Scroll lock light 6 Power light 7 Battery charge light Function On: Scroll is turned on . On: Power is on .
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Right Side Component A Look at the Computer Right Side Component Component Media Bay Function Accepts a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, diskette drive, or second battery pack. Hardware Guide 2-7
Right Side Component A Look at the Computer Right Side Component Component Media Bay Function Accepts a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, diskette drive, or second battery pack. Hardware Guide 2-7
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... slot for one memory expansion board. Releases the battery pack from the battery compartment. A Look at the Computer Bottom Components (Continued) Component 5 Memory expansion compartment cover 6 Hard drive 7 Battery security latch 8 Battery release latch 9 Battery compartment - Holds the primary battery pack. Hardware Guide 2-13 Secures the battery pack in the battery compartment. Supports a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD...
... slot for one memory expansion board. Releases the battery pack from the battery compartment. A Look at the Computer Bottom Components (Continued) Component 5 Memory expansion compartment cover 6 Hard drive 7 Battery security latch 8 Battery release latch 9 Battery compartment - Holds the primary battery pack. Hardware Guide 2-13 Secures the battery pack in the battery compartment. Supports a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD...