Compaq Evo n600c Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series

Compaq Evo n600c - Notebook PC Manual

Get Compaq Evo n600c - Notebook PC PDF manuals and user guides View all Compaq Evo n600c manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals

Compaq Evo n600c manual content summary:

  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 1
    b Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series Document Part Number: 229045-002 November 2001 This guide identifies computer hardware features and provides procedures for using them. It also includes instructions for setting up the computer, information about connecting external devices, and computer
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 2
    Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq and the Compaq logo Registered in U. S. Patent and Trademark Office. Evo is a trademark of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 3
    2-14 Additional Standard Components 2-16 3 Pointing Devices and Keyboard Using a Pointing Device 3-1 Using the Pointing Stick (Pointing Stick Models) . . 3-1 Using the TouchPad (TouchPad Models 3-2 Hardware Guide iii
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 4
    Custom Assignments and Schemes 3-17 4 Battery Packs Charging Battery Packs 4-1 Using a New Battery Pack 4-2 Replacing a Battery Pack 4-2 Replacing a Primary Battery Pack 4-3 Replacing a MultiBay Battery Pack 4-4 Storing a Battery Pack 4-5 Recycling a Used Battery Pack 4-5 iv Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 5
    Inserting a MultiBay Drive 5-6 Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 5-6 Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 5-9 Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 5-11 Inserting and Removing Drive Media 5-12 Inserting a CD, CD-RW or DVD 5-12 Removing a CD, CD-RW or DVD (Power 5-13 Removing a CD, CD-RW or DVD
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 6
    an External Diskette Drive Bay 7-4 Connecting a USB Device 7-4 Using a USB Device 7-6 Enabling USB Legacy Support 7-6 Linking to an Infrared Device 7-7 Configuring the Infrared Port 7-8 Setting Up an Infrared Transmission 7-8 Using Suspend with Infrared 7-9 Planning a Docking System 7-10
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 7
    that the correct drivers load during initial setup: I Do not set up the computer while it is docked in an optional docking base. I Do not remove the battery pack until the computer has been connected to external AC power. I Run the computer on external AC power, not on battery power, throughout
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 8
    the power cord into the AC Adapter 2 and into an electrical outlet 3. (Power cords and outlets vary by country.) Connecting the computer to external power 2. Open the computer by sliding the display release latch to the right 1 and raising the display 2. Opening the computer 1-2 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 9
    : I The power/suspend light 2 turns on. I The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge and the battery light 3 turns on. The battery light remains on while the battery pack is charging and turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. I You are prompted to begin software setup. Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 10
    instructions, read the following caution and initial setup information: Ä CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct device drivers . ❏ An operating system available during initial setup is enhanced by Compaq. When an operating system is deleted, the enhancements are also deleted
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 11
    feature and safeguard that saves all information in RAM (random access memory) to a hibernation file on the hard drive, then shuts down the computer. When you resume from Hibernation, your work returns to the screen where you left off. To replace a battery pack that is the only source of power
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 12
    be initiated only from the Windows Shut Down menu. ❏ Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 operating system-By default Hibernation can be initiated only by pressing Fn + the suspend button. For more information about using Hibernation, refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide, "Power Management" section
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 13
    at the Computer Display Components Identifying display components Display components and their functions 1 Display release latch 2 MultiPort Opens the computer. Supports an optional USB-enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth, 802.11 wireless LAN, or PC Smart Card Reader module. Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 14
    pointer, selects, and activates. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Functions like the scroll button on an external mouse. 2-2 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 15
    functions 1 TouchPad 2 Left and right TouchPad buttons Moves the pointer, selects, and activates. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Hardware Guide 2-3
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 16
    and right buttons on an external mouse. Moves the pointer, selects, and activates. Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. 2-4 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 17
    and mini PCI compartment Speakers and mini PCI compartment and their functions 1 Stereo speakers (2) 2 Mini PCI (personal computer interface) compartment Produce stereo sound. Supports an optional modem card, combination modem/NIC (network interface card), or other mini PCI card. Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 18
    A Look at the Computer Top Components: Lights Identifying the lights on the top of the computer 2-6 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 19
    is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. 6 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On: One of the following drives is being accessed. I Hard drive in the hard drive bay. I Optional hard drive, CD drive, DVD drive, Zip
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 20
    A Look at the Computer Top Components: Buttons, Keys, Switches Identifying the buttons, keys and switches on the top of the computer 2-8 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 21
    Suspend, and the term sleep button replaces the term suspend button. ‡This table describes default settings. Other power settings, including Hibernation settings, are available. For more information about optional power settings, refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide. Hardware Guide 2-9
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 22
    information through the network. 4 USB connectors (2) Connect optional USB devices. 5 Exhaust vent Allows airflow to cool internal components. 6 Hard drive bay ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Holds the primary hard drive. 7 PC Card slots (2) Support optional 32-bit (CardBus
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 23
    Right side components and their functions 1 Security cable slot 2 MultiBay 3 RJ-11 jack (internal modem models only) Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Supports optional MultiBay devices. Connects the modem cable. A modem cable is included with internal modem models. Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 24
    (line-out) jack 4 Microphone 5 Microphone jack Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. Adjust or mute system volume. Connects optional, powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Inputs single-channel sound; can be used whether the computer is open or
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 25
    power connector 2 Keyboard/pointing device (PS/2) connector 3 Parallel connector 4 Docking connector 5 External monitor connector 6 Serial connector Connects an AC Adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger, Aircraft Power Adapter, or DC cable. Connects an optional PS/2 device such as
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 26
    A Look at the Computer Bottom Components Identifying bottom components ✎ The location of the Certificate of Authenticity label (8) may vary by model and configuration. 2-14 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 27
    primary hard drive in the hard drive bay. Lists the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. ✎ You may need this information to use the modem while traveling. Contains your Product Key number. You may need this number to update or troubleshoot your operating system. Contains 2 memory
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 28
    components included with most computer models. ✎ This illustration does not include printed documentation or such components as the hard drive and primary battery pack, which ship inside computer bays identified in previous sections. Identifying additional standard components 2-16 Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 29
    connector at each end. Converts AC power to DC power. Can replace an optional MultiBay device to protect the MultiBay and reduce computer weight. Connects the AC Adapter to a 2-prong electrical outlet. Contains the software preinstalled on the computer. (Continued on next page) Hardware Guide 2-17
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 30
    dual pointing device models only) Contains the following guides: I Hardware Guide I Compaq Utilities I Modem and Networking I Modem Commands I Maintenance, Shipping and Travel I Troubleshooting I Regulatory and Safety Notices I Safety & Comfort Guide Replace worn pointing stick cap. 2-18 Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 31
    left and right buttons on an external mouse. To scroll, hold down the scroll 4 button as you move the cursor. Identifying pointing stick components Hardware Guide 3-1
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 32
    the cursor. Use the left 2 and right 3 TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Identifying TouchPad components 3-2 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 33
    the left 5 and right 6 TouchPad buttons as you would the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Identifying dual pointing stick/TouchPad components Hardware Guide 3-3
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 34
    support a Windows-compatible mouse: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. 2. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions the lower left corner of the screen. 3-4 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 35
    Keyboard ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 3. Select Advanced > Device Options, then press Setup, select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Replacing the Pointing Stick Cap 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Gently pull
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 36
    functions available on your computer. I A shortcut key is a combination of the Fn key and a key other than a function key. Identifying hotkeys and shortcut keys 3-6 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 37
    password Set power conservation Fn+F7 level. Fn+F7 View battery charge information. Fn+F8 Fn+F8 Adjust screen brightness. Fn+F10 Fn+F10 Display system information. Fn+Esc Fn+Esc Stretch text. Fn+T Fn+T *The Fn+F2 hotkeys can be disabled in Computer Setup. For instructions
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 38
    : 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the computer, then press F10 as soon as the Compaq splash screen is displayed. (An F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of Setup menu, press esc. 2. Select the Security menu. 3. Select Device Security. 3-8 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 39
    an exit option from the File menu, then follow the instructions on the screen. Switch Display and Image (Fn+F4) I Windows 98 with MultiMonitor disabled, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows 2000 Professional-The Fn+F4 hotkeys support external display devices connected through the external monitor connector or
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 40
    on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide, "Security" section. To initiate Quick Controls manually, press Fn+F6. To exit Quick Controls, enter your power-on password. The Fn+F6 hotkeys cannot be used on an external keyboard connected through a USB connector on the computer or an optional docking base
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 41
    , refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide, "Power Management" section. View Battery Charge Information (Fn+F8) Press Fn+F8 to display charge information about all installed battery packs. The display indicates which battery packs are charging and reports the amount of charge remaining in each
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 42
    time to remove the system information from the screen. ✎ The System BIOS date, which may display in a decimal format, is the version Fn+T) Text stretching modes are available whenever MS-DOS is running under Windows and the desktop area resolution is set lower than the display resolution. Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 43
    it. To disable this feature, press the Fn key 5 times. No beep sounds, indicating that the feature has been disabled. Identifying the Fn key Hardware Guide 3-13
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 44
    components Disabling the Numeric Keypad To disable the numeric keypad and return the keys to their standard keyboard functions, press Fn+num lk. 3-14 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 45
    ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Select Advanced > Device Options, then press enter. 3. Toggle on the Num Lock State at Boot field, then press F10. 4. To save your preference and exit Computer Setup, select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 46
    Using Default Settings Until your Internet or network services are set up, all buttons launch the Internet setup your operating system. After your Internet or network services are set up, each button opens your default 3 Search 4 Email Default Assignment Compaq informational Web site Personal home page
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 47
    within that scheme are active. Button assignments and schemes can be set up, changed, or deleted in the Easy Access buttons window. To access the window, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Easy Access Keyboard icon. For more information about using button assignments and schemes, open the
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 48
    the battery bay. I A MultiBay battery pack 2 is an optional 6-cell lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the MultiBay. Identifying a primary and a MultiBay battery pack Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in a preset sequence determined by location. Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 49
    displays cannot accurately report the amount of charge in the battery pack until the battery pack has been calibrated. For calibration instructions, refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide, "Power Management" section, "Calibrating a Battery Pack." Replacing a Battery Pack ✎ To prevent loss of
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 50
    battery bay 3. ❏ To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated 4. Replacing a primary battery pack 3. Turn the computer right side up, then open the display. 4. If the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power switch to resume operation. Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 51
    MultiBay 3. ❏ To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated 4. Replacing a MultiBay battery pack 3. Turn the computer right side up, then open the display. 4. If the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power switch to resume operation. 4-4 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 52
    if a battery pack recycling program is available in your geographical region, refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices. If your region is not covered, refer to Worldwide Telephone Numbers, included with the computer, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 53
    a hard drive. The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. I The MultiBay supports any 9.5-mm removable drive, including the following: ❏ Hard drive (inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) ❏ CD drive ❏ DVD drive ❏ Diskette drive ❏ SuperDisk drive ❏ Zip drive Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 54
    cautions about handling drives, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Travel and Shipping guide. Removing and Inserting a Primary Hard Drive Any 9.5-mm hard drive can be used in the hard drive bay. No adapter is required. The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. Ä CAUTION: To
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 55
    Removable Drives 4. Remove the hard drive retaining screw. Removing the hard drive retaining screw 5. With the drive bottom-side up, slide the bottom half of the front bezel upward to provide a handle. Extending the front bezel to provide a handle Hardware Guide 5-3
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 56
    Removable Drives 6. To remove a hard drive, pull the drive out of the bay. Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay 7. To insert a hard drive, slide the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated. Inserting the hard drive into the hard drive bay 5-4 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 57
    bezel of the hard drive. Closing the front bezel of a hard drive 9. If you have inserted a hard drive, reinsert the hard drive retaining screw. (If you removed but did not replace a hard drive, put the retaining screw in a safe place.) Replacing the hard drive retaining screw Hardware Guide 5-5
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 58
    (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay adapter) is inserted into and removed from the MultiBay the same way as any other MultiBay drive. Inserting a Hard Drive into a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1. Close the front bezel of the hard drive. Closing the front bezel of a hard drive 5-6 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 59
    Sliding the adapter selection switches 3. Lower the drive into the adapter 1, then slide the drive connectors on the drive toward the drive connectors in the adapter 2 until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Inserting a hard drive into a MultiBay hard drive adapter Hardware Guide 5-7
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 60
    Removable Drives Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1. Slide the adapter release latch toward the left. Sliding the adapter release latch 5-8 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 61
    a hard drive from a MultiBay hard drive adapter Removing a Drive from the MultiBay CAUTION: To prevent system lockup and loss of information: I Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0-Shut down the computer before removing a hard drive or a Zip drive from the MultiBay. Do not remove a hard drive or a Zip drive
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 62
    the tray. 2. Follow the instructions in the preceding caution, then close the display. 3. Turn the computer bottom-side up 1. 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch 2 toward the rear of the computer. 5. Pull the drive or drive assembly out of the MultiBay 3. Removing a drive from the MultiBay ✎ When
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 63
    hard drive adapter) into the MultiBay. 2. Turn the computer bottom-side up 1. 3. With the connector on the drive or drive assembly facing into the MultiBay, slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated 2. Inserting a hard drive assembly into the MultiBay Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 64
    fully extended, tilt the disc to position it over the tray spindle, then press it downward into position.) 4. Close the media tray. Inserting a disc into a CD or DVD drive 5-12 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 65
    the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces. To protect the disc, place it in a protective case. 4. Close the media tray. Removing a disc from a CD or DVD drive while power is available Hardware Guide 5-13
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 66
    Removable Drives Removing a CD, CD-RW or DVD (No Power) If power is unavailable: 1. Insert a paper clip into the release access 1 in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press gently on the paper 4. Close the media tray. Removing a disc from a CD or DVD drive while power is not available 5-14 Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 67
    or Disk To remove a diskette or disk from a diskette, SuperDisk, or Zip drive: 1. Press the media eject button on the drive to eject the medium. 2. Remove the medium from the drive. Using Drive Media Displaying Media Contents When a medium such as a CD, CD-RW, DVD, disk, or diskette is inserted into
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 68
    more information about Suspend and Hibernation, refer on this CD to the Compaq Utilities guide, "Power Management" section. For more information about troubleshooting problems with Suspend, Hibernation, or audio or video functionality, refer on this CD to the Troubleshooting guide. 5-16 Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 69
    6 Audio and Video Using Audio Features Identifying Audio Features The computer provides the following audio components: Identifying audio features Hardware Guide 6-1
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 70
    plays through the docking base speakers. For more information, refer to the documentation included with the expansion base. Adjust or mute system volume. Connects powered stereo speakers, headphones, a headset, or an audio/visual device such as a television or VCR. Supports audio input whether the
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 71
    Audio and Video Using the Stereo Speaker/Headphone Jack Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones or a headset. Ä keys. ❏ To mute or restore volume, toggle Fn+F5+M. Or, press Fn+F5, then select or clear the Mute check box. Hardware Guide 6-3
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 72
    icon on the taskbar. ❏ To activate the Widows Volume Control window while it is open but inactive, press the Fn+F5 hotkeys. ✎ Volume can also be adjusted within some applications. Using Video Features The composite video-out jack supports video signals only. The jack can be used with any device that
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 73
    Audio and Video To connect a video device to the composite video-out jack: 1. Plug either end of the composite video cable into the composite video-out jack on the computer 1. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device as instructed standard mode is NTSC. Hardware Guide 6-5
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 74
    Audio and Video To change the color television standard mode from NTSC: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Select
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 75
    connectors described in this guide support the standard external devices that specify them. I For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. I For information about installing or loading any software such as drivers required by the device
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 76
    RJ-45 jack. 3. If you are connecting the cable to a telephone jack that is not an RJ-11 jack, plug a country-specific modem adapter into the telephone jack 3. 4. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem adapter or into an RJ-11 telephone jack 4. Connecting a modem cable 7-2 Hardware
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 77
    Connections For more information about using the modem or about using AT commands and dial modifiers, refer on this CD to the Modem and Networking guide or the Modem Commands guide. Connecting a Network Cable A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 connector at each end and may contain noise suppression
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 78
    an external diskette drive bay Connecting a USB Device USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect such low-speed external devices as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the computer or an optional docking base. 7-4 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 79
    connector on the computer or a docking base supports USB devices only if the computer is running an operating system that supports USB. Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional support USB. Windows NT 4.0 does not. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 80
    non-Windows application or utility, enable USB legacy support. Enabling USB Legacy Support 1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 81
    to an Infrared Device If the computer is running Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional, the computer is IrDA-compliant (4 Mbps an unobstructed line of sight path. Linking to an infrared device The infrared port supports both low speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second (Kbps) and high
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 82
    are: ❏ Windows 98-Serial Cable on COM4 or Parallel Cable on LPT3. ❏ Windows 2000 Professional- ports on both devices for transmission. ❏ Windows 98-Both the computer infrared port and Infrared Devices in Range checkbox, then select OK. ❏ Windows 2000 Professional-The computer infrared port is fully
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 83
    . I Be sure no signals from remote control or other wireless devices, such as headphones or audio devices, aim at a port. I During the transmission, ❏ Suspend (Standby) can be initiated manually or by the system. ❏ Power is conserved. I Windows 2000 Professional-Both system-initiated Suspend (
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 84
    , all features on the left side of the computer, such as PC Card slots and eject buttons, USB ports, and the RJ-45 jack (NIC connector) are inaccessible. Docking Alternatives You can set up your docking system to provide access to the features you use by doing any of the following: I Create an
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 85
    , Convenience Base, or Port Replicator instead of to a USB port on the computer. I To use a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) while the computer is docked in an Expansion Base in a vertical stand, install a Compaq 802.11b MultiPort Wireless LAN module in the computer. Connecting an Optional Cable
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 86
    with the computer, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. For information about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide, "How to Get Information, Updates and Help" section. If you prefer
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 87
    able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: I Install only the device drivers for your operating system. I Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that may also be supplied by
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 88
    Hardware Upgrades Inserting a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors, use minimal seated. Inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot 3. In Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq, restart the computer if you are instructed to do so by the PC Card documentation or a prompt on the
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 89
    Upgrades Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or system lockup: I Windows 98-Select the PC Card icon in the taskbar, then stop the card you plan to remove. A message displays when the card can be safely removed. I Windows Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq-If instructed
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 90
    Hardware Upgrades Turning Off Power to a PC Card When a PC Card is inserted in the computer, the PC Card draws power from the system even when it is not in use. To conserve power, stop any PC Cards that are not in use: I Windows 98-Select the PC Card icon in the taskbar
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 91
    Card slots. The PC Card slots support 2 Type I or Type II PC Cards or 1 Type III PC Card. Viewing Memory and Hibernation File Information When RAM increases, the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file also increases. Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional manage this increase. If the
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 92
    by a Compaq authorized service provider. Å WARNING: Failure to unplug the power cord and remove all battery packs before installing a memory expansion board by touching a grounded metal object. For more information, refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices. 1. Shut down the computer. (If
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 93
    Hardware Upgrades 6. Remove the 2 screws securing the memory expansion compartment cover 1, then tilt up and remove the cover 2. Opening the memory expansion compartment 7. Remove or insert the memory expansion board. To remove a memory expansion board: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 94
    Hardware Upgrades To insert a memory expansion board: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the board with the keyed area in an expansion slot 1. (If no other memory expansion board is in the memory expansion compartment, insert the board into the lower slot.) b. Press the board into the slot from a
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 95
    Hardware Upgrades 8. Align the tabs on the memory expansion compartment cover with the cover slots on the computer, then tilt the cover downward until it is seated 1. 9. Replace the 2 screws securing the cover to the computer 2. Closing the memory expansion compartment 8-10 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 96
    governmental agency information refer on this CD to Regulatory and Safety Notices. Battery pack PPP2041, PP2081 AC Adapter PPP005, PPP003 Docking bases PP1005, PP1006, PP1007 Automobile Adapter PPP007 Aircraft Adapter PPP004 Modem J07M040.00, U98M008 Modem/NIC U98M010 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 97
    altitude (unpressurized) Operating 10,000 ft Nonoperating 30,000 ft Metric 10° to 35° C -10° to 60° C 10 to 90% 5 to 95% 3,048 m 9,144 m 9-2 Hardware Guide
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 98
    -120/220-240 VAC RMS Operating current 1.2/0.6 A RMS Operating frequency range 50-60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18.5V MAX ✎ This product is designed for IT , central office network Internal DAA Power Requirements +3.3 volts ±5%, +3.3 vaux ±5%, +5 volts ±5% Hardware Guide 9-3
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 99
    key 2-9 Index audio devices, connecting external 6-2, 7-1 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger (optional) 2-13 B battery bay device supported 2-15 location number, in battery charge displays 3-11 release latch 2-15 replacing battery pack in 4-3 battery light 1-3, 2-7 battery packs calibrating
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 100
    8-2 CardWare (Windows NT 4.0) 8-2 CD displaying contents of 5-15 inserting 5-12 removing (power available) 5-13 removing (power unavailable) 5-14 troubleshooting 5-16 CD drive (optional) IDE drive light 2-7 inserting CD into 5-12 inserting into MultiBay 5-11 locations supported 5-1 removing CD from
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 101
    connector connecting AC Adapter to 1-2 devices supported 2-13 device drivers PC Card 8-2 USB 7-4 Diagnostics, Compaq 8-6 digital vs. analog telephone lines 7-2 dimensions, computer 9-2 disk displaying contents of 5-15 inserting into Zip drive 5-15 removing from Zip drive 5-15 troubleshooting 5-16
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 102
    playing to a television 6-5 removing (power available) 5-13 removing (power unavailable) 5-14 troubleshooting 5-16 DVD drive (optional) IDE drive light 2-7 inserting DVD into 5-12 inserting into MultiBay 5-11 locations supported 5-1 removing DVD from (power available) 5-13 removing DVD from (power
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 103
    drive bezel 5-3, 5-5 IDE drive light 2-7 inserting into hard drive bay 5-2 inserting into MultiBay 5-11 inserting into MultiBay hard drive adapter locations supported 5-1 MultiBay vs. primary 5-1 removing from hard drive bay 5-2 removing from MultiBay 5-9 removing from MultiBay hard drive adapter
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 104
    Index turn MultiPort device on or off 3-8 See also shortcut keys commands hub, USB 7-4 humidity specifications 9-2 I IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) light 2-7 identifying components audio 6-1 bottom 2-14 display 2-1 front panel 2-12 left side 2-10 pointing device (dual pointing stick/TouchPad
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 105
    number 2-15 system 2-15 LAN (Local Area Network), wireless, 802.11 supported by MultiPort 2-1 turning on or off with hotkeys 3-8 using with docking system 7-11 language, choosing during initial setup 1-4 in Computer Setup 3-15 latch battery release 2-15 display release 1-2 MultiBay release 2-15 See
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 106
    drive into 5-11 location number, in battery charge displays 3-11 release latch 2-15 removing drive from 5-9 replacing battery pack in 4-4 using weight saver in 2-17 MultiBay battery pack (optional), defined 4-1 See also battery packs MultiBay hard drive adapter (optional) 5-6 MultiBay hard drive
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 107
    AC Adapter 1-2 devices supported 2-13 power cord 1-2, 2-16 power switch default functions 2-9 resetting computer with 2-9 setting preferences for 1-5 turning on the computer with 1-3 power, rated input 9-3 power/suspend light 2-7 primary battery pack, defined 4-1 See also battery packs primary hard
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 108
    Compaq Software icon 1-5 shipping the computer battery pack temperature considerations 4-5 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide memory expansion 8-6 PC Card 8-1 security cable 7-11 Smart Card Reader module, PC (optional) 2-1, 3-8 socket services, PC Card 8-2 software CardWare provided by Compaq
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 109
    4-5 traveling with the computer battery pack temperature considerations 4-5 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide 2-18 operating environment specifications 9-2 troubleshooting audio 5-16 new battery pack 4-2 resetting the computer 2-9 Troubleshooting guide 2-18 video 5-16 turning the computer on
  • Compaq Evo n600c | Hardware Guide Evo Notebook N600c Series - Page 110
    Index U USB connections in docking system 7-10 devices, connecting 7-4 keyboard, using hotkeys with 3-8 legacy support 7-6 wireless devices 2-1 utilities, Compaq Battery Conservation Settings window 3-11 Compaq Diagnostics 8-6 Compaq Utilities guide 2-18 Quick Controls 3-10 viewing descriptions of
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • 39
  • 40
  • 41
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • 50
  • 51
  • 52
  • 53
  • 54
  • 55
  • 56
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 61
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 65
  • 66
  • 67
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 71
  • 72
  • 73
  • 74
  • 75
  • 76
  • 77
  • 78
  • 79
  • 80
  • 81
  • 82
  • 83
  • 84
  • 85
  • 86
  • 87
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90
  • 91
  • 92
  • 93
  • 94
  • 95
  • 96
  • 97
  • 98
  • 99
  • 100
  • 101
  • 102
  • 103
  • 104
  • 105
  • 106
  • 107
  • 108
  • 109
  • 110
b
Hardware Guide
Evo Notebook N600c Series
Document Part Number: 229045-002
November 2001
This guide identifies computer hardware features and provides
procedures for using them. It also includes instructions for setting
up the computer, information about connecting external devices,
and computer specifications.