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Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Overview 3 Highlights 3 Preinstalled Operating Systems 3 Microsoft Windows 95 4 Windows 98 6 Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 .........7 Microsoft Windows 2000 ..........10 Software Delivery 11 Compaq QuickRestore CD Kit 11 Compaq Support Software CD 11 Compaq - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 2
Overview 2 Notice 13L3-0201C-WWEN © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Armada Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. SoftPaq is a trademark of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks and/or registered - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 3
line of these new models • Armada E500 SXGA models have updated video drivers and diagnostics in order to support the new display • Updated software: − Video: Windows NT and Windows 2000 for E500 SXGA models only − Diagnostics: Windows NT and Windows 2000 for E500 SXGA models only Note: Microsoft - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 4
Quick 1.00 A N/A Reference N/A N/A Armada Netflex-3 2.00 A N/A Ethernet Drivers 2.00 A N/A Compaq Check Dock N/A Type Utility 1.00 A 1.00 A N/A Compaq DVD Solution 4.00 B N/A 1.00 B N/A Compaq Easy Access N/A N/A 1.00 B N/A Buttons Software 32 Compaq Floppy Alert 1.00 - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 5
1.01 A 1.00 B N/A Safety & Comfort Guide 5.01 A 5.01 A 5.01 A N/A Security 32 (Win32) 1.10 H 2.00 A 2.20 D N/A System Enhancement Disk (Win95) 3.00 F 3.00 E 4.00 A N/A Touchpad Driver Synaptics (Win 95/98) True File Flash System (Win95) USB Support WorldPort Application 5.45 A 1.00 - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 6
Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers is Second Edition (SE). Windows 98 SE is fully supported on Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. For more information about Windows 98 SE support on Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers, refer to the white paper Operating System Support on Compaq Portables - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 7
for new Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Note: Compaq supports customers who install Windows NT 4.0 using Service Pack 4 or Service Pack 5. Compaq drivers, utilities, and applications for Windows NT 4.0 are discussed in detail in later sections of this white paper. Hardware Functionality and - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 8
. Table 3. Windows NT 4.0 Software Component Version Comparison Software Component 3Com Etherlink 3C905C 10/100 PCI NIC Adobe Acrobat Reader Altiris Express Client Armada Integrated PCI V.90 Modem CD Armada Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers M700 with 700-MHz processor Preinstall 5.11 A E500 with 650 - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 9
500-MHz processor Preinstall 4.20 G E500 with Armada Family SXGA display Preinstall Preinstall 4.20 J 4.20 J Diagnostics for Windows NT 2.04 E 2.04 E 2.08 F 2.08 G Easy Point IV 1.00 B 1.00 B N/A N/A Fax Central 4.40 C 4.40 C 4.45 B 4.45 B Hot Key Support Software 1.00 D (Win32 - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 10
operating system for Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own. Compaq drivers, utilities, and applications for Windows 2000 are discussed in detail in later sections of this white paper. MultiBay swapping functionality is provided by - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 11
to reinstall. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes the latest updates to drivers and utilities for Armada portable, desktop, and workstation computers. Key drivers and utilities in all supported languages for Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers are included on - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 12
Manager Provides support for swapping MultiBay devices Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers Enables the integrated network adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Power Management Allows users to customize power requirements of the computer to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Power - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 13
the Compaq-specific features without resorting to an operating system-dependent Compaq utility, change the system settings, and quickly and easily set up the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 14
Video Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site The Armada M300 computer features the ATI Rage Pro video chipset. The E500 and M700 computers feature the ATI Mobility-P video chipset. Software drivers enable all functionality of - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 15
Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Audio drivers on the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers enable the ESS Maestro-2EM audio chipset to run multimedia applications using Microsoft DirectSound audio capability. This PCI - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 16
Security Extension Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Security32 is a Windows Control Panel extension that provides an intuitive interface to security features unique to Compaq portable computers. Through the Control Panel - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 17
Windows 98 SE and Windows 2000. The new models of the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers are ACPI hardware-ready. MultiBay Swapping Support Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site MultiBay Interchange Support is provided for Windows 98 - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 18
Armada Reference Guide includes information about the computer, such as identifying connectors, inserting and removing hardware, major hardware subsystems, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Internet Explorer Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq QuickRestore CD All Windows 98, Windows - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 19
Frequently Asked Questions How is the internal hard drive partitioned on the new Armadas? On Armada notebooks with Windows 98, the hard drive comes formatted using FAT32. FAT32 provides a number of advantages over its predecessor, FAT16, including support for partitions larger than 2 GB and smaller - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 20
Web access, we offer the Compaq Software Support CD Kit. In North America, call (800) 952-7689 for more information. How do I know what these software components do? Armada Family Software white papers will describe the functionality provided by each of the listed software components. As updated - Compaq Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 21
and all of the Compaq software myself? The Installing Microsoft Windows on Compaq Armada EM & V Products white papers will describe the steps required to install the supported Microsoft operating systems. Will this image change significantly if new E500, M700, and M300 computers are introduced? The
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White Paper
February 2001
13L3-0201C-WWEN
Prepared by Software Product
Management
Compaq Computer Corporation
Contents
Overview
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Highlights
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Preinstalled Operating
Systems
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Microsoft Windows 95
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Windows 98
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Microsoft Windows NT 4.0
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7
Microsoft Windows 2000
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10
Software Delivery
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11
Compaq QuickRestore
CD Kit
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11
Compaq Support
Software CD
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11
Compaq World Wide Web
Site and Download Facility
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12
Software Enhancements
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Setup and Diagnostics
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Intelligent Manageability
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Video
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Multimedia
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Audio
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Security
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Power Management
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MultiBay Swapping Support
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Easy Access Button Support
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Fast Infrared
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Communications
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Reference Guides
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Internet Explorer
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Frequently Asked Questions
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References
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Armada Family Software
Overview – Third Edition
Abstract:
New models of the Armada E500, M700, and M300
computers are the latest additions to the Compaq Armada Series of
Personal Computers.
The purpose of this white paper is to present an overview of the
preinstalled software including operating system support, as well as a
brief description of major software components and features.
This document is intended for Compaq personnel and customers with
a need for information about the software provided on the Armada
preinstall images.