Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...8 v
Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...8 v
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter is also required. WARNING! Connecting the internal analog modem to a digital line. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are ...
In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter is also required. WARNING! Connecting the internal analog modem to a digital line. Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks, but they are ...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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...included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. To connect the...analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable...
...included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter. Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the telephone wall jack. To connect the...analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack, follow these steps: 1. Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 3 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista and Windows XP
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Index C cable LAN 7 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 7 connecting cable 7 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 7 noise suppression circuitry 7 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 7 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 7 8 Index
Index C cable LAN 7 modem 2 country-specific modem cable adapter 3 L local area network (LAN) cable required 7 connecting cable 7 M modem cable connecting 2 country-specific cable adapter 3 noise suppression circuitry 1 modem software setting/adding location 4 travel connection problems 6 N network cable connecting 7 noise suppression circuitry 7 noise suppression circuitry modem cable 1 network cable 7 T troubleshooting modem 6 W wireless network (WLAN) 7 8 Index
Setup Utility - Windows Vista
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...self-test on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the...boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ...
...self-test on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound. Set the following boot options: ● f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the...boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive ...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... BIOS currently installed. When the Main menu is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. During the download and installation, follow... 2. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "Press to ...
... BIOS currently installed. When the Main menu is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. During the download and installation, follow... 2. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "Press to ...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... accessing your Internet connection or fixed WLAN. ● WLAN device for your computer, such as one of the following: ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following: ● High-speed Internet connection, such as cable, DSL, or other broadband technology...
... accessing your Internet connection or fixed WLAN. ● WLAN device for your computer, such as one of the following: ◦ Integrated wireless device ◦ PC Card adapter ◦ USB adapter 8 Chapter 2 Setting up a WLAN, be sure to have the following: ● High-speed Internet connection, such as cable, DSL, or other broadband technology...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Windows Help for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. Refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device...
... troubleshooting WLANs, refer to Windows Help for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Identify the WLAN device from the Network adapters list. For more information. 1. Refer to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...router settings 11 wireless device settings 12 connecting to a WLAN 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 D DSL modem 9 E encryption 14 F firewall 14 H HP Broadband Wireless Module 18 I icons network status 2, 24 wireless 2 interference, minimizing 26 M minimizing interference 26 modem cable 9 DSL 9 N Network Assistant... software 10 network key 25 network security codes network key 25 SSID 25 network status icon 2, 24 P PC Card adapter 8 public WLAN connection 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 described 1 functional range 16 public WLAN connection 16 security 14 wireless router 9...
...router settings 11 wireless device settings 12 connecting to a WLAN 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 D DSL modem 9 E encryption 14 F firewall 14 H HP Broadband Wireless Module 18 I icons network status 2, 24 wireless 2 interference, minimizing 26 M minimizing interference 26 modem cable 9 DSL 9 N Network Assistant... software 10 network key 25 network security codes network key 25 SSID 25 network status icon 2, 24 P PC Card adapter 8 public WLAN connection 16 corporate WLAN connection 16 described 1 functional range 16 public WLAN connection 16 security 14 wireless router 9...
External Media Cards - Windows Vista
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Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of available options may be displayed. 2 Using Digital Media Slot cards
Gently slide the card into the Digital Media Slot. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot until the card is seated. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. 1. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer. 2. Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of available options may be displayed. 2 Using Digital Media Slot cards
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. iii The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...
Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. iii The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter.
... connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC adapter.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Index A AC adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, ...
Index A AC adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, ...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. iii To reduce the possibility of heat-related...
Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ...such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. iii To reduce the possibility of heat-related...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g ● Broadcom 802.11a/b/g Digital Media Slot supporting SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo. Audio-in (mono microphone) √ √ Audio-out (stereo headphone) ...30 frames per second √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports all world-wide certification...
... Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g ● Broadcom 802.11a/b/g Digital Media Slot supporting SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo. Audio-in (mono microphone) √ √ Audio-out (stereo headphone) ...30 frames per second √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports all world-wide certification...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 ...Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system board √...
... Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 ...Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system board √...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Left-side components 11 Enables airflow to cool internal components.
... connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Left-side components 11 Enables airflow to cool internal components.
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
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... use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States 441090...
... use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States 441090...