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... 7-3 Infrared Connection Guidelines 7-4 Infrared Configuration Guidelines 7-5 Enabling the Infrared Port 7-5 Connecting USB Equipment 7-6 Attaching a Mobile Expansion Unit 7-6 Connecting a Docking Base 7-6 Connecting a Modem or NIC 7-7 Connecting to Wireless Devices 7-7 8 Computer...Expansion Board 8-3 Removing A Memory Expansion Board 8-10 Upgrading or Adding a Modem or NIC 8-11 Adding and Using PC Cards 8-16 Configuring a PC Card 8-16 Inserting a PC Card 8-17 Removing a PC Card 8-18 Conserving Energy 8-19 Installing Additional Device Drivers 8-20 Attaching the Mobile Expansion...
... 7-3 Infrared Connection Guidelines 7-4 Infrared Configuration Guidelines 7-5 Enabling the Infrared Port 7-5 Connecting USB Equipment 7-6 Attaching a Mobile Expansion Unit 7-6 Connecting a Docking Base 7-6 Connecting a Modem or NIC 7-7 Connecting to Wireless Devices 7-7 8 Computer...Expansion Board 8-3 Removing A Memory Expansion Board 8-10 Upgrading or Adding a Modem or NIC 8-11 Adding and Using PC Cards 8-16 Configuring a PC Card 8-16 Inserting a PC Card 8-17 Removing a PC Card 8-18 Conserving Energy 8-19 Installing Additional Device Drivers 8-20 Attaching the Mobile Expansion...
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A Look at the Computer Top Components (continued) Top Components Light, Button, or Component Function 1 Pointing stick (pointing stick Moves the mouse cursor, selects, models only) and activates. 2 Hard drive light On: The primary hard drive is being accessed. 3 MultiBay light On: A drive in a MultiBay in the optional Mobile Expansion Unit or an external diskette drive connected to the computer is being accessed. 2-4 Hardware Guide
A Look at the Computer Top Components (continued) Top Components Light, Button, or Component Function 1 Pointing stick (pointing stick Moves the mouse cursor, selects, models only) and activates. 2 Hard drive light On: The primary hard drive is being accessed. 3 MultiBay light On: A drive in a MultiBay in the optional Mobile Expansion Unit or an external diskette drive connected to the computer is being accessed. 2-4 Hardware Guide
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Connects the computer to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit. needed when you call Compaq customer support. Identifies the computer; Holds the primary battery pack. Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Bottom Components Component 1 External battery release latches (2) 2 Docking connector 3 Serial number 4 Battery bay 5 Primary battery release latches (2) 2-10 Function Release the optional external battery pack. Release the primary battery pack from the primary battery bay.
Connects the computer to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit. needed when you call Compaq customer support. Identifies the computer; Holds the primary battery pack. Hardware Guide A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Bottom Components Component 1 External battery release latches (2) 2 Docking connector 3 Serial number 4 Battery bay 5 Primary battery release latches (2) 2-10 Function Release the optional external battery pack. Release the primary battery pack from the primary battery bay.
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A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Component 1 Parallel connector 2 Serial connector 3 Composite video-out jack Function Connects a parallel device. Connects a serial device.The computer serial port is disabled when the computer is connected to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit Connects a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. ✎ The connection requires the purchase of a video-out adapter and an optional video cable. 2-12 Hardware Guide
A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Component 1 Parallel connector 2 Serial connector 3 Composite video-out jack Function Connects a parallel device. Connects a serial device.The computer serial port is disabled when the computer is connected to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit Connects a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. ✎ The connection requires the purchase of a video-out adapter and an optional video cable. 2-12 Hardware Guide
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... are indicated by number: (1) computer primary battery bay, (2) computer external battery pack, (3) Mobile Expansion Unit right MultiBay, and (4) Mobile Expansion Unit left and right arrow keys. You also can adjust the brightness with running time from ...the screen. To select a preset battery conservation level, choose among s High-Maximizes running time. Display System Information (Fn+esc) Press Fn+esc to display information about the custom level, refer to the Compaq...
... are indicated by number: (1) computer primary battery bay, (2) computer external battery pack, (3) Mobile Expansion Unit right MultiBay, and (4) Mobile Expansion Unit left and right arrow keys. You also can adjust the brightness with running time from ...the screen. To select a preset battery conservation level, choose among s High-Maximizes running time. Display System Information (Fn+esc) Press Fn+esc to display information about the custom level, refer to the Compaq...
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...that can be attached to the computer. Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in the right MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 5-Battery pack in a preset sequence determined by location. s Charge sequence: 1-Computer battery bay 2-Optional computer external battery pack... 3-Battery pack in the MultiBay of the optional docking base 4-Battery pack in the left MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit Hardware Guide 4-1 4 Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs The computer supports up to two battery packs: a primary battery pack located...
...that can be attached to the computer. Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in the right MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 5-Battery pack in a preset sequence determined by location. s Charge sequence: 1-Computer battery bay 2-Optional computer external battery pack... 3-Battery pack in the MultiBay of the optional docking base 4-Battery pack in the left MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit Hardware Guide 4-1 4 Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs The computer supports up to two battery packs: a primary battery pack located...
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... pack should be used for the first time. Battery Packs s Discharge sequence: 1-Battery pack in the right MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 2-Battery pack in the computer's battery bay while connected to an external power source or while attached to the system. The ..., but cannot be fully charged before it is used to provide battery power to the Mobile Expansion Unit. Using a New Battery Pack Charge the battery pack in the left MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 3-Optional computer external battery pack 4-Computer battery bay ✎ A battery pack inserted...
... pack should be used for the first time. Battery Packs s Discharge sequence: 1-Battery pack in the right MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 2-Battery pack in the computer's battery bay while connected to an external power source or while attached to the system. The ..., but cannot be fully charged before it is used to provide battery power to the Mobile Expansion Unit. Using a New Battery Pack Charge the battery pack in the left MultiBay of the optional Mobile Expansion Unit 3-Optional computer external battery pack 4-Computer battery bay ✎ A battery pack inserted...
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.... Consult the documentation included with a 3.5-mm plug Supports audio input when the display is plugged into the jack. 6-2 Hardware Guide When using the computer in a Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU), the speaker may be disabled and system sounds played through the speakers on the MEU. s Use 32-ohm headphones and at least 8-ohm...
.... Consult the documentation included with a 3.5-mm plug Supports audio input when the display is plugged into the jack. 6-2 Hardware Guide When using the computer in a Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU), the speaker may be disabled and system sounds played through the speakers on the MEU. s Use 32-ohm headphones and at least 8-ohm...
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... which the device manufacturer does not provide special drivers, you need to the computer. Connecting a Docking Base The computer must be attached to the optional Mobile Expansion Unit before it can be connected to one of several compatible Compaq docking bases. The computer supports certain USB devices without special drivers.
... which the device manufacturer does not provide special drivers, you need to the computer. Connecting a Docking Base The computer must be attached to the optional Mobile Expansion Unit before it can be connected to one of several compatible Compaq docking bases. The computer supports certain USB devices without special drivers.
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... with all of your computer. 8-20 Hardware Guide Docking Bases When docked in the Mobile Expansion Unit, the computer supports several Compaq docking bases. Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Installing Additional Device Drivers Device drivers are preinstalled by the PC Card manufacturer and should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Some types of...
... with all of your computer. 8-20 Hardware Guide Docking Bases When docked in the Mobile Expansion Unit, the computer supports several Compaq docking bases. Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Installing Additional Device Drivers Device drivers are preinstalled by the PC Card manufacturer and should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Some types of...
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... to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the products listed below: Agency Series Numbers Product Computer Battery Pack Primary battery pack Optional external battery pack MultiBay battery pack in Mobile Expansion Base AC Adapter Mobile Expansion Unit Automobile Adapter Agency Series Number PP2070 PP2071B PP2051A and...
... to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide on the Notebook Products Reference Library CD included with the products listed below: Agency Series Numbers Product Computer Battery Pack Primary battery pack Optional external battery pack MultiBay battery pack in Mobile Expansion Base AC Adapter Mobile Expansion Unit Automobile Adapter Agency Series Number PP2070 PP2071B PP2051A and...
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... 6-3 jack 2-6, 6-2 location 2-3 Microsoft logo key 2-3 Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU), attaching 7-6, 8-20 modem adapter 2-14 cable 2-14 connecting 7-7 installing 8-11 specifications 9-4 monitor, connecting 7-1 MultiBay light 2-4 MultiBoot Express Prompt, setting 5-12 Utility selecting 5-10 MultiPort location 2-1 turning on/off 3-3, 3-5 N network cable 2-15 network interface card (NIC) connecting 7-7 installing 8-11 Notebook Products Reference Library CD 2-14...
... 6-3 jack 2-6, 6-2 location 2-3 Microsoft logo key 2-3 Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU), attaching 7-6, 8-20 modem adapter 2-14 cable 2-14 connecting 7-7 installing 8-11 specifications 9-4 monitor, connecting 7-1 MultiBay light 2-4 MultiBoot Express Prompt, setting 5-12 Utility selecting 5-10 MultiPort location 2-1 turning on/off 3-3, 3-5 N network cable 2-15 network interface card (NIC) connecting 7-7 installing 8-11 Notebook Products Reference Library CD 2-14...
Compaq Mobile Expansion Unit
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b Reference Guide Mobile Expansion Unit Part Number: 225837-001 April 2001 This guide provides information on installing and operating the Mobile Expansion Unit with your computer as well as tips on solving common problems.
b Reference Guide Mobile Expansion Unit Part Number: 225837-001 April 2001 This guide provides information on installing and operating the Mobile Expansion Unit with your computer as well as tips on solving common problems.
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... the Computer 2-3 Docking and Undocking to a Docking Base 2-4 Turning Equipment On and Off 2-4 Connecting the AC Adapter 2-5 Connecting External Devices 2-7 Operating External Devices 2-7 3 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices 3-1 Following MultiBay Guidelines 3-2 Using an Optical Drive 3-4 Ejecting a CD Manually 3-4 Using the Stereo Speakers 3-6 Reference Guide iii
... the Computer 2-3 Docking and Undocking to a Docking Base 2-4 Turning Equipment On and Off 2-4 Connecting the AC Adapter 2-5 Connecting External Devices 2-7 Operating External Devices 2-7 3 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices 3-1 Following MultiBay Guidelines 3-2 Using an Optical Drive 3-4 Ejecting a CD Manually 3-4 Using the Stereo Speakers 3-6 Reference Guide iii
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Each MultiBay supports one of the MEU. To expand your desktop capabilities, you can be attached to the rear panel of the following devices: I Diskette drive I CD drive I DVD drive I Zip drive I Battery pack I Hard drive External desktop devices such as a printer, external monitor, external keyboard, or mouse can dock the computer with the MEU to an optional Armada docking base. Reference Guide 1-1 1 Getting Started The Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU) features two MultiBays.
Each MultiBay supports one of the MEU. To expand your desktop capabilities, you can be attached to the rear panel of the following devices: I Diskette drive I CD drive I DVD drive I Zip drive I Battery pack I Hard drive External desktop devices such as a printer, external monitor, external keyboard, or mouse can dock the computer with the MEU to an optional Armada docking base. Reference Guide 1-1 1 Getting Started The Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU) features two MultiBays.
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Align the slots on the front of the computer with the computer tabs on the MEU 1. Close the computer display. 2. 2 Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Connecting the Computer To connect the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit Reference Guide 2-1 Connecting the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit: 1. Lower the computer onto the expansion connector 2 and snap into place.
Align the slots on the front of the computer with the computer tabs on the MEU 1. Close the computer display. 2. 2 Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Connecting the Computer To connect the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit Reference Guide 2-1 Connecting the computer to the Mobile Expansion Unit: 1. Lower the computer onto the expansion connector 2 and snap into place.
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Pull the computer away from the MEU 2. 4. Close the computer display. 2. Lift the back of the computer to disconnect the computer from the MEU. 3. Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Disconnecting the Computer To disconnect the computer from the Mobile Expansion Unit Reference Guide 2-3 Disconnecting the computer from the MEU: 1. Press the docking release button 1 to remove it from the MEU tabs 3.
Pull the computer away from the MEU 2. 4. Close the computer display. 2. Lift the back of the computer to disconnect the computer from the MEU. 3. Connecting and Disconnecting the Computer Disconnecting the Computer To disconnect the computer from the Mobile Expansion Unit Reference Guide 2-3 Disconnecting the computer from the MEU: 1. Press the docking release button 1 to remove it from the MEU tabs 3.
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... Compaq authorized dealer for turning equipment on the computer. Turning Equipment On and Off When the computer and MEU are docked to a docking base, follow the instructions in the MEU MultiBay, turn the system on and off using the power button on and off the computer before the system (computer and Mobile Expansion...
... Compaq authorized dealer for turning equipment on the computer. Turning Equipment On and Off When the computer and MEU are docked to a docking base, follow the instructions in the MEU MultiBay, turn the system on and off using the power button on and off the computer before the system (computer and Mobile Expansion...
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... from the equipment by the plug. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to operate the computer and Mobile Expansion Unit with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. I Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that no one can accidentally step on or trip...
... from the equipment by the plug. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to operate the computer and Mobile Expansion Unit with a voltage converter kit sold for appliances. I Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that no one can accidentally step on or trip...
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... it clicks into place. To remove a MultiBay device, tilt up the front of the MEU, slide the appropriate release latch to the MEU. 3 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices The MultiBays support any combination of the following devices: I Diskette drive I CD drive I DVD drive I Zip drive I Battery pack...
... it clicks into place. To remove a MultiBay device, tilt up the front of the MEU, slide the appropriate release latch to the MEU. 3 Using the Mobile Expansion Unit Installing or Removing MultiBay Devices The MultiBays support any combination of the following devices: I Diskette drive I CD drive I DVD drive I Zip drive I Battery pack...