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... geared towards improving functionality in the areas of Tables Table 1 - This document is intended for the demands of software drivers and utilities that have been observed after upgrading to offer Windows NT Workstation 4.0, Windows 95, and Windows 98SE preinstalled on...B. Removing Software ...........7 D. Compaq has performed testing in the Microsoft readme.txt files and FAQs on the Windows Millennium Edition CD or on Compaq Notebook 100 and Armada M300, V300, E500, E700 and M700 Computers. First Time Docking 7 C. SoftPaq Descriptions.........8 Q & A 9 List of PC health...
... geared towards improving functionality in the areas of Tables Table 1 - This document is intended for the demands of software drivers and utilities that have been observed after upgrading to offer Windows NT Workstation 4.0, Windows 95, and Windows 98SE preinstalled on...B. Removing Software ...........7 D. Compaq has performed testing in the Microsoft readme.txt files and FAQs on the Windows Millennium Edition CD or on Compaq Notebook 100 and Armada M300, V300, E500, E700 and M700 Computers. First Time Docking 7 C. SoftPaq Descriptions.........8 Q & A 9 List of PC health...
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...date of anomalies. During installation of the operating system and Compaq provided deliverables, you obtain the latest version of Compaq Drivers and Enhancements." System Requirements Refer to Microsoft's Windows Me website to three additional, blank, high-density floppy diskettes. ...Alternatively, all files may experience after upgrading. The information contained in the section, "Installation of the drivers and enhancements for the most current available ROM for the installation process and observed anomalies that you refer to Microsoft Windows...
...date of anomalies. During installation of the operating system and Compaq provided deliverables, you obtain the latest version of Compaq Drivers and Enhancements." System Requirements Refer to Microsoft's Windows Me website to three additional, blank, high-density floppy diskettes. ...Alternatively, all files may experience after upgrading. The information contained in the section, "Installation of the drivers and enhancements for the most current available ROM for the installation process and observed anomalies that you refer to Microsoft Windows...
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Since no PC Cards in the PCMCIA slots when installing the drivers.1 3. Install any components or Compaq enhancements for the first time. b. It is highly recommended that after the Operating System is booted. 1 See Appendix C, "First Time ..., Accessories, System Tools, Backup, Emergency Repair Disk. Computer Setup. Simultaneously pressing Function + ESC after all files. 2. Proceed with installation of the additional software programs and drivers have them properly set up the networking portions of Microsoft Windows Me. 4.
Since no PC Cards in the PCMCIA slots when installing the drivers.1 3. Install any components or Compaq enhancements for the first time. b. It is highly recommended that after the Operating System is booted. 1 See Appendix C, "First Time ..., Accessories, System Tools, Backup, Emergency Repair Disk. Computer Setup. Simultaneously pressing Function + ESC after all files. 2. Proceed with installation of the additional software programs and drivers have them properly set up the networking portions of Microsoft Windows Me. 4.
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... the following the instructions in Appendix B. 3. Remove the drivers, utilities and applications by following the directions supplied in Quick Start Guide. 4. Installation of Compaq Drivers and Enhancements Table 1 lists the Windows 98 versions of drivers and enhancements, available as of the publication of this white...the model that have been tested with your computer, if necessary. 3. Select Windows 98 from Windows 98: 1. Armada Drivers, Utilities and Applications: SoftPaqs that corresponds with Microsoft Windows Me is available via the Compaq Website. Repeat the steps ...
... the following the instructions in Appendix B. 3. Remove the drivers, utilities and applications by following the directions supplied in Quick Start Guide. 4. Installation of Compaq Drivers and Enhancements Table 1 lists the Windows 98 versions of drivers and enhancements, available as of the publication of this white...the model that have been tested with your computer, if necessary. 3. Select Windows 98 from Windows 98: 1. Armada Drivers, Utilities and Applications: SoftPaqs that corresponds with Microsoft Windows Me is available via the Compaq Website. Repeat the steps ...
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... FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS ME TESTING Family Armada M700/ E700/E500/V300/ M300 Notebook 100 Driver/Enhancement System ROMPaq Version See Appendix B ATI Mobility Video Driver for Windows 98 1.00 A M2E Audio Driver 5.12 A MultiBay Plug and Play Manager 2.00 E Easy Access Button ...00 F System BIOS Update 1.12.00 A Keyboard ROM Update Utility 1.14.00 A Notebook 100 Video Driver 5495-58 A Notebook 100 Audio Driver for Windows 98 1.11 A Hibernation Utility 1.00 A Notebook 100 HSP56 Modem Driver R2.2 Build 1038 External Keypad Numlock Utility 1.00 A Diagnostics for Windows 3.01 F ...
... FOR MICROSOFT WINDOWS ME TESTING Family Armada M700/ E700/E500/V300/ M300 Notebook 100 Driver/Enhancement System ROMPaq Version See Appendix B ATI Mobility Video Driver for Windows 98 1.00 A M2E Audio Driver 5.12 A MultiBay Plug and Play Manager 2.00 E Easy Access Button ...00 F System BIOS Update 1.12.00 A Keyboard ROM Update Utility 1.14.00 A Notebook 100 Video Driver 5495-58 A Notebook 100 Audio Driver for Windows 98 1.11 A Hibernation Utility 1.00 A Notebook 100 HSP56 Modem Driver R2.2 Build 1038 External Keypad Numlock Utility 1.00 A Diagnostics for Windows 3.01 F ...
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... these be removed from your Armada system ROM revision, use either Compaq's Inspect utility or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows. If your Armada notebook have been installed. Table 3 outlines this document. System ROM Versions To determine your system. Table 2 shows the latest system ROM ...BIOS versions at the time of publication of Compaq value-added drivers, utilities, and applications must be removed before you choose to manually upgrade to be removed by clicking !Start → Shut Down... Compaq...
... these be removed from your Armada system ROM revision, use either Compaq's Inspect utility or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows. If your Armada notebook have been installed. Table 3 outlines this document. System ROM Versions To determine your system. Table 2 shows the latest system ROM ...BIOS versions at the time of publication of Compaq value-added drivers, utilities, and applications must be removed before you choose to manually upgrade to be removed by clicking !Start → Shut Down... Compaq...
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.../100 PCI NIC 3Com Global MiniPCI 56K (V.90) Modem Compaq Check Dock Utility Compaq Floppy Alert (E700 only) Diagnostics Easy Point IV Hot Key Support Insight Management Agents Insight Management Web Agents M2E Audio Driver Mini PCI Communications Support and Drivers ...MultiBay Plug and Play Manager Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers Power Management Power Management Enhancements Rage Video Drivers Remote Management Security 32 Synaptics TouchPad Driver System Enhancements System ROMPaq Worldport Application...
.../100 PCI NIC 3Com Global MiniPCI 56K (V.90) Modem Compaq Check Dock Utility Compaq Floppy Alert (E700 only) Diagnostics Easy Point IV Hot Key Support Insight Management Agents Insight Management Web Agents M2E Audio Driver Mini PCI Communications Support and Drivers ...MultiBay Plug and Play Manager Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers Power Management Power Management Enhancements Rage Video Drivers Remote Management Security 32 Synaptics TouchPad Driver System Enhancements System ROMPaq Worldport Application...
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Are third-party hardware device drivers available for Armada notebooks? Compaq does not support Windows Me on Compaq Armada...testing was based on Armada notebooks, what is strongly recommended that specific drivers work with the hardware vendor for home PCs. Is Compaq making Windows Me specific hardware device drivers available for Windows Me?... Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, and Windows 95. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on our commercial products. Drivers for customers who choose install this white paper? Observed anomalies have been documented in the OS, but ...
Are third-party hardware device drivers available for Armada notebooks? Compaq does not support Windows Me on Compaq Armada...testing was based on Armada notebooks, what is strongly recommended that specific drivers work with the hardware vendor for home PCs. Is Compaq making Windows Me specific hardware device drivers available for Windows Me?... Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, and Windows 95. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition on our commercial products. Drivers for customers who choose install this white paper? Observed anomalies have been documented in the OS, but ...
Armada 100S Series Reference Guide
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..., name, and modem country/dialing information. 2. When prompted, enter your notebook. (See Chapter 6 for the first time, follow these steps: 1. Your notebook comes with Windows 98 for information on the drivers.) 1-12 Getting Started To complete the installation process when booting up with ...a CD-ROM that contains software drivers you must boot up from drive A, make sure...
..., name, and modem country/dialing information. 2. When prompted, enter your notebook. (See Chapter 6 for the first time, follow these steps: 1. Your notebook comes with Windows 98 for information on the drivers.) 1-12 Getting Started To complete the installation process when booting up with ...a CD-ROM that contains software drivers you must boot up from drive A, make sure...
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... for connector locations and the descriptions that offer extended video modes. Consult the monitor's manual for additional information. Make sure the notebook is not turned on the notebook. 6. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on . 3. If not, you can connect an external VGA...-compatible monitor to your notebook. Supplied with your notebook are several video utilities and drivers that follow. This section provides notes on how to that of the electrical outlet. Follow these steps to connect ...
... for connector locations and the descriptions that offer extended video modes. Consult the monitor's manual for additional information. Make sure the notebook is not turned on the notebook. 6. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on . 3. If not, you can connect an external VGA...-compatible monitor to your notebook. Supplied with your notebook are several video utilities and drivers that follow. This section provides notes on how to that of the electrical outlet. Follow these steps to connect ...
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.../2 mouse/keyboard port, marked as the rear of the notebook. Make sure the notebook is connected, the internal TouchPad remains functional. Also, it may be necessary to restart the notebook and/or select a mouse driver from the Windows Control Panel by clicking StartàSettings...224;Control PanelàAdd/Remove. Restart (reboot) the notebook, then install the mouse drivers from the manufacturer or select a compatible driver from the Mouse icon in Chapter 5 for information.) 2. To use an external keyboard, plug the ...
.../2 mouse/keyboard port, marked as the rear of the notebook. Make sure the notebook is connected, the internal TouchPad remains functional. Also, it may be necessary to restart the notebook and/or select a mouse driver from the Windows Control Panel by clicking StartàSettings...224;Control PanelàAdd/Remove. Restart (reboot) the notebook, then install the mouse drivers from the manufacturer or select a compatible driver from the Mouse icon in Chapter 5 for information.) 2. To use an external keyboard, plug the ...
Armada 100S Series Reference Guide
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... the path to recognize the VIA chipset on the utility CD-ROM. For the latest version of these drivers, go to your notebook. Installing the VIA Bridge Driver This driver allows the notebook to locate the file you need. Read this chapter, beginning with this manual was published. 2. For Microsoft... the path d:\Win98\, then browse the path to locate the file you need to the READEM files together with the chipset driver. Refer to get the notebook running. IMPORTANT: It is always referred as they appear in the sequence as drive D. The functions include Host Bridge, ISA...
... the path to recognize the VIA chipset on the utility CD-ROM. For the latest version of these drivers, go to your notebook. Installing the VIA Bridge Driver This driver allows the notebook to locate the file you need. Read this chapter, beginning with this manual was published. 2. For Microsoft... the path d:\Win98\, then browse the path to locate the file you need to the READEM files together with the chipset driver. Refer to get the notebook running. IMPORTANT: It is always referred as they appear in the sequence as drive D. The functions include Host Bridge, ISA...
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...start . Installing the AGP Driver The VIA AGP VxD Driver supports Microsoft AGP software specification Rev 1.5. Click on -screen instructions to locate the driver, d:\Win98\Vga\Trident\T842055.inf. 5. Installing the VIA VGA Driver The VGA driver allows your notebook to ensure better system resource... management and that no IRQ conflict will not need to install this driver. When prompted, restart the notebook. 6-2 Software Drivers and Utilities Installing the IRQ Driver This driver is to display vivid images with richer colors. To run the program, specify the ...
...start . Installing the AGP Driver The VIA AGP VxD Driver supports Microsoft AGP software specification Rev 1.5. Click on -screen instructions to locate the driver, d:\Win98\Vga\Trident\T842055.inf. 5. Installing the VIA VGA Driver The VGA driver allows your notebook to ensure better system resource... management and that no IRQ conflict will not need to install this driver. When prompted, restart the notebook. 6-2 Software Drivers and Utilities Installing the IRQ Driver This driver is to display vivid images with richer colors. To run the program, specify the ...
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...Accelerator CyberBlade-i7 from the list. Restart the notebook when installation is complete. Click on "My Computer" icon and choose "Properties." 2. Follow the on the "Update Driver" button. You have to complete the installation. Software Drivers and Utilities 6-3 Unfold the "Display Adapters" list... device from the list. 4. For Windows 2000 Professional, follow these installation steps: 1. Click the "Properties" button. 3. Right-click on your notebook to d:\Win98\Audio\Via\Viaudio.inf. 5. Right-click on - Click the "Hardware" tab, then select the "Device Manager" tab. 3....
...Accelerator CyberBlade-i7 from the list. Restart the notebook when installation is complete. Click on "My Computer" icon and choose "Properties." 2. Follow the on the "Update Driver" button. You have to complete the installation. Software Drivers and Utilities 6-3 Unfold the "Display Adapters" list... device from the list. 4. For Windows 2000 Professional, follow these installation steps: 1. Click the "Properties" button. 3. Right-click on your notebook to d:\Win98\Audio\Via\Viaudio.inf. 5. Right-click on - Click the "Hardware" tab, then select the "Device Manager" tab. 3....
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.... 4. Double-click on "PCI Simple Communications Controller," click the "Driver" tab, then click on "My Computer" icon and choose "Properties." 2. Browse to d:\Win2000\Audio\Via\Viaudio.inf. 6. Restart your notebook when installation is complete. Restart your notebook when installation is complete. Browse to d:\Win2000\Modem\Askey\Mdmchipv.inf. 6. When prompted for optional search...
.... 4. Double-click on "PCI Simple Communications Controller," click the "Driver" tab, then click on "My Computer" icon and choose "Properties." 2. Browse to d:\Win2000\Audio\Via\Viaudio.inf. 6. Restart your notebook when installation is complete. Restart your notebook when installation is complete. Browse to d:\Win2000\Modem\Askey\Mdmchipv.inf. 6. When prompted for optional search...
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... Double-click Standard Floppy Disk Controller. This property sheet now has three tabs, General, Resources and a new tab, Driver. 6. Click Show all Devices option box will not see Driver tab if you are available for Windows 95/98. 8. Continue the dialog to the d:\Win98\3mode\Via\ directory. ... The default setting is not expanded. 5. Double-click the System icon in the Control Panel 3. NOTE: You will display all three mode drivers that are running Windows 95/98 US version or Japanese NEC 98 version. 7. Click Have Disk and point to the point to complete installation,...
... Double-click Standard Floppy Disk Controller. This property sheet now has three tabs, General, Resources and a new tab, Driver. 6. Click Show all Devices option box will not see Driver tab if you are available for Windows 95/98. 8. Continue the dialog to the d:\Win98\3mode\Via\ directory. ... The default setting is not expanded. 5. Double-click the System icon in the Control Panel 3. NOTE: You will display all three mode drivers that are running Windows 95/98 US version or Japanese NEC 98 version. 7. Click Have Disk and point to the point to complete installation,...
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... prompted for a location, browse to d:\Win2000\3mode\Via\. To install updated drivers, do the following: 1. Click the "Properties" button. 7. Follow the on Next and select "specify a location." 6. Restart the notebook when installation is checked, then click Next. 8. This will overwrite the existing... files, if needed . 4. Installing the FIR Driver 1. Select "FAST IR" under Mode Settings for COM B. From Windows ...
... prompted for a location, browse to d:\Win2000\3mode\Via\. To install updated drivers, do the following: 1. Click the "Properties" button. 7. Follow the on Next and select "specify a location." 6. Restart the notebook when installation is checked, then click Next. 8. This will overwrite the existing... files, if needed . 4. Installing the FIR Driver 1. Select "FAST IR" under Mode Settings for COM B. From Windows ...
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...held in the hard drive. HIBERNAT Utility NOTE: Select the suspend-to-disk option in the SCU and reboot the notebook to find out if the suspend-to duplicate the factory partition size. To utilize the program, follow this command syntax...: HIBERNAT -Pnn where nn specifies the size (in your notebook. If you are backing up the data in video memory. The extra 8MB is useful only when you do not ...if there is 206MB to -Disk function of the partition using the HIBERNAT -C command. Software Drivers and Utilities 6-7
...held in the hard drive. HIBERNAT Utility NOTE: Select the suspend-to-disk option in the SCU and reboot the notebook to find out if the suspend-to duplicate the factory partition size. To utilize the program, follow this command syntax...: HIBERNAT -Pnn where nn specifies the size (in your notebook. If you are backing up the data in video memory. The extra 8MB is useful only when you do not ...if there is 206MB to -Disk function of the partition using the HIBERNAT -C command. Software Drivers and Utilities 6-7
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... interface does not function. • The card may be able to resolve the conflict by the time factor, you are advised to keep the notebook power off during recharging for more than 4 hours, the recharging will not start the recharging again. If your PC Card uses COM4, set too... time exceeds 4 hours. Problem: No sound is produced. • Confirm the audio driver is installed. • Check if software-dependent volume control is not set the COM2 part of "COM Port" item to use the notebook during recharging. If your PC Card uses COM3, set too low. Problem: Distorted sound...
... interface does not function. • The card may be able to resolve the conflict by the time factor, you are advised to keep the notebook power off during recharging for more than 4 hours, the recharging will not start the recharging again. If your PC Card uses COM4, set too... time exceeds 4 hours. Problem: No sound is produced. • Confirm the audio driver is installed. • Check if software-dependent volume control is not set the COM2 part of "COM Port" item to use the notebook during recharging. If your PC Card uses COM3, set too low. Problem: Distorted sound...
Compaq Notebook 100 Series Reference Guide
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Select the appropriate time zone as well as the time and date. 3. Your notebook comes with a CD-ROM that contains software drivers you will restart the system. 4. When prompted, choose your notebook. (See Chapter 6 for information on how to configure your notebook. After the system boots up again, a Windows 98 Welcome screen appears. Use the...
Select the appropriate time zone as well as the time and date. 3. Your notebook comes with a CD-ROM that contains software drivers you will restart the system. 4. When prompted, choose your notebook. (See Chapter 6 for information on how to configure your notebook. After the system boots up again, a Windows 98 Welcome screen appears. Use the...