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Compaq Armada M700
Series of Personal Computers
Reference Guide
103182-001
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Reference Guide
Compaq Armada M700 Series 0f Personal Computers
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Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide 103182-T.pm6 1 6/2/1999, 10:53 AM
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Notice The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. This guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq
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CONTENTS preface USING THIS GUIDE ...................................................................................... xi chapter 1 GETTING STARTED Charging the Battery Pack for the First Time ..................................1-1 Connecting the Computer to External Power...................................1-2 Opening the Computer......................................................................1-3 Turning the Computer On.................................................................1-4 S
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Hotkeys ............................................................................................. 3-4 Switching Displays ...................................................................... 3-4 Adjusting System Volume........................................................... 3-4 Initiating QuickLock/QuickBlank ............................................... 3-5 Accessing Power Management.................................................... 3-5 Accessing the Battery Gauge...................
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Power Management Levels ..............................................................5-2 Suspend .............................................................................................5-2 Benefits of Using Suspend...........................................................5-2 Initiating Suspend.........................................................................5-3 Exiting Suspend............................................................................5-4 Hibernation ...............
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chapter 7 SECURITY Types of Security.............................................................................. 7-1 DriveLock Feature............................................................................ 7-2 Overview ...................................................................................... 7-2 Establishing DriveLock Protection.............................................. 7-3 Changing the User or Master Password ...................................... 7-4 Removing DriveLock
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chapter 10 ADDITIONAL FEATURES Identifying Audio Connections ......................................................10-2 Using Internal and External Microphones .....................................10-3 Using Internal and External Speakers ............................................10-4 Controlling Audio Volume.............................................................10-5 Infrared Connections ......................................................................10-5 Types of PC Cards ........
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chapter 13 TROUBLESHOOTING Obtaining Update Information with Info Messenger..................... 13-1 Checklist for Solving Problems ..................................................... 13-2 Solving Audio Problems ................................................................ 13-3 Solving Battery/Battery Gauge Problems...................................... 13-5 Solving CD-ROM Drive/DVD-ROM Drive Problems ................. 13-7 Solving Diskette Drive/SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems......... 13
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preface USING THIS GUIDE Some or all of the following format conventions are used in this guide to distinguish elements of text: ■ Names of keys are shown in bold type as they appear on the keyboard, for example, Ctrl, Backspace, Tab. ■ Keys that you should press at the same time are represented by the key names and the plus (+) symbol, for example, Ctrl+Alt+Delete. ■ Commands are presented in lowercase, bold type as shown here: install or a:\install. ■ An arrow symbol is used to separate names
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chapter 1 GETTING STARTED Before you use your computer for the first time, you will have to complete some preliminary setup procedures. This chapter explains how to charge your battery pack for the first time and how to set up your computer and software. Charging the Battery Pack for the First Time The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the computer is connected to external power. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. A new battery pack must completely charge b
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Connecting the Computer to External Power 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter. 2 Plug the AC Adapter cable into the power connector on the back of the computer. 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, ! fire, or damage to the equipment ■ Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. ■ Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that
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Opening the Computer To open the computer, 1. Slide the display latch located on the front of the display 1 . 2. Lift the display to the desired angle 2 . Getting Started 1-3 COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Writer: Jennifer Hale Saved by: jabercrombie Saved date: 06/04/99 10:25 AM Part Number: 103182-001 File name: ch01.doc
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Turning the Computer On To turn the computer on, slide the power switch and release it. If the computer is only connected to external AC power, the computer will start up automatically when you plug it in. Setting Up the Software When you begin software setup, online instructions guide you through the setup process. IMPORTANT: After you begin software setup, you must complete the entire process. Make sure the computer is plugged into an external power source to ensure that software setup is not
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Operating the Computer During Setup ■ To move around the screen while making selections and entering information ■ press the Tab key, ■ press the cursor (arrow) keys, or ■ use the navigation device built into the computer keyboard. ■ To save your selections, press the Enter key or press the left navigation device button on the computer keyboard. ■ To restore the screen if it is cleared by the screen saver during a period of keyboard and navigation device inactivity, press the Shift key. For more
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Accessing the Internet Internet Explorer 4 has been preinstalled on your computer. To access the Internet from your desktop, double-click on the Internet Explorer icon. Internet Explorer will walk you through the steps to set up your personal Internet connection. You must be connected to a modem or a network to access the Internet. Preinstalled Operating System and Software Either Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Workstation is preinstalled on the computer.
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chapter 2 COMPUTER AT A GLANCE This chapter introduces you to the physical components of your computer. The components are identified individually along with brief descriptions. Front Components Front Components Component Description 1 hard drive bay Holds the hard drive in the computer. 2 stereo speaker/headphone Connects external speakers or jack headphones to the computer. 3 microphone jack Connects an external microphone to the computer. 4 system-on light Indicates that the computer is turn
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Rear Components Rear Components Component Description 1 infrared port Allows wireless communication between the computer and another infrared-equipped device, such as a computer or printer. 2 serial connector Connects an optional external serial device, such as a mouse. 3 external monitor connector Connects an optional external display, such as an external monitor. 4 docking connector 176-pin expansion bus connector that connects the computer to the desktop expansion base or convenience base. 5
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Left Side Components Left Side Components Component Description 1 composite TV-out connector Connects a television, VCR, camcorder, or overhead projector. 2 airflow vent Allows airflow needed to cool computer components. Do not block airflow vents. 3 cable lock connector Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Computer at a Glance 2-3 COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Writer: Jennifer Hale Saved by: jabercrombie Saved date: 06/02/99 1:03 PM Part Number: 103182-001
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Right Side Components Right Side Components Component Description 1 PC Card slots Hold PC Cards: ■ 2 Type-1 ■ 2 Type-2 ■ 1 Type-1 and 1 Type-2, or ■ 1 Type 3 2 airflow vent Allows airflow needed to cool computer components. Do not block airflow vents. Supports MultiBay devices. 3 MultiBay 4 sound vent Enhances stereo sound. Connects a standard telephone 5 RJ-11 jack cable or modem cable to the computer. 6 RJ-45 jack Connects a network cable to the computer. 2-4 Computer at a Glance COMPAQ CONFI
