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    Guide Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 265656-001 June 2002 This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware features, including connectors for external devices. It also includes power and environmental specifications, which may be helpful when traveling with the notebook
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    Compaq, the Compaq logo, Evo, and Presario are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements
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    Components 1-13 Underside Components 1-14 Memory and Mini PCI Compartments 1-14 Bay Components 1-15 Vent and Docking Components 1-16 Labels 1-17 Additional Standard Components 1-18 Documentation and Restore CDs 1-18 Cord and Cables 1-19 Adapters and Accessories 1-20 Hardware Guide iii
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    2-1 Pointing Devices on TouchPad Models Only 2-1 Pointing Battery Packs Running the Notebook on Battery Power 3-1 Identifying Battery Packs 3-2 Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack 3-3 Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack 3-4 Charging a Battery Pack 3-5 Charging a New Battery
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    a MultiBay Drive 4-5 Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 4-5 Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 4-8 Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 4-10 Inserting and Removing Drive Media 4-11 Inserting a CD or DVD 4-11 Removing a CD or DVD (With Power 4-12 Removing a CD or DVD (Without Power 4-13
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    and Off 5-9 Changing the Color Television Format 5-10 Finding CD and DVD Software Information 5-11 6 External Device Connections Connecting a Standard Device 6-1 Connecting a USB Device 6-2 Using a USB Device 6-3 Enabling USB Legacy Support 6-3 Linking to an Infrared Device 6-4 Setting Up an
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    Displaying Memory Information 7-4 Removing or Inserting a Memory Board 7-5 Replacing the Primary Hard Drive 7-10 Finding Mini PCI and MultiPort Information 7-12 8 Specifications Regulatory Agency Series Numbers 8-1 Notebook Dimensions 8-2 Operating Environment 8-2 Rated Input Power 8-3 Modem
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    Components Display Components 1 Microphone 2 MultiPort 3 Display release latch Inputs single-channel sound. Supports an optional USB-enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth MultiPort, 802.11b Wireless LAN MultiPort, and future wireless technologies. Opens the notebook. Hardware Guide 1-1
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    functions such as scroll, select, and double-click.* 2 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. application and Internet browser windows. *For information about modifying pointing device functions, refer in this guide to the "Pointing Devices
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    such as scroll, select, and double-click.* 4 Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. *For information about modifying pointing device functions, refer in this guide to the "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section, "Setting Pointing Device
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    is being supplied through the AC Adapter. 2 Power/standby light On: Power is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. 3 Battery light On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. 1-4 Hardware Guide
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    the following drives is being accessed: ■ Hard drive in the hard drive bay. ■ Optional hard drive, Zip drive, SuperDisk drive, or any type of CD or DVD drive in the MultiBay. *For more information about using num lock, the internal keypad, or an external keypad, refer in this guide to the "Pointing
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    notebook. 3 Volume buttons (2) Adjust, mute, or restore system volume. To mute or restore volume, press both volume buttons at the same time. *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the function of the power button, display switch, or Fn+F3 hotkeys, refer on this CD
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    Keys 1 Easy Access Buttons (4) Provide quick access to Internet or network destinations, or to software applications or data files on a drive. The icon on each button represents the default destination. Buttons can be programmed to different destinations. 2 Microsoft logo keys (2) Display
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    Keypad Keys 1 Function keys (12) Perform system and application tasks. For example, in Windows and many applications, pressing F1 opens a Help file. When combined with the Fn key, about using hotkeys or keypad keys, refer in this guide to the "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section. 1-8 Hardware
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    Identifying External Hardware Front Panel Components Front Panel Components Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound. Hardware Guide 1-9
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    . 2 External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector. 3 USB connectors (2) Connect optional USB devices. 4 DC power connector Connects an AC Adapter or an optional DC Cable, Aircraft Power Adapter, or Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. 1-10 Hardware Guide
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    Do not allow a hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a fabric, such as bedding or clothing, to block airflow. Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA Connects a network cable. A network cable is included with select models. Hardware Guide 1-11
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    PC Card from the PC Card slot. Supports an optional MultiBay device such as a drive or a battery pack. ■ If a MultiBay drive is included with your notebook, the drive may ship inside the MultiBay. ■ If your notebook did not ship with a drive inside the MultiBay, the MultiBay contains a weight
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    of 3) 3 Hard drive bay 4 Battery bay Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Allows airflow to hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a fabric, such as bedding or clothing, to block airflow. Holds the primary hard drive. Holds the primary battery pack. Hardware Guide
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    PC21000-compliant memory boards. As shipped, the memory compartment may contain 1 or 2 memory boards. 2 Mini PCI (peripheral component interconnect) compartment Supports an optional mini PCI board such as a modem board. (A modem board is included with some notebook models.) 1-14 Hardware Guide
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    Bay Components 1 Hard drive bay retaining screw Secures the primary hard drive in the hard drive bay. 2 Battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. 3 Battery bay recess Provides a grip area for removing a primary battery pack from the battery bay. 4 MultiBay
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    : Vent and Docking Components 1 Vent (1 of 3) Provides airflow to cool internal components. ÄTo prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, may block airflow. 2 Docking latch recesses (2) Help secure the
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    only) for use. You may need this information to use the wireless device while traveling. 4 Serial number* Identifies the notebook. You will need this number if you call Compaq customer support or download software from the Compaq Web site. *The appearance and position of labels varies by model
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    The primary hard drive ships inside the hard drive bay. An optional MultiBay drive may ship inside the MultiBay. Documentation and Restore CDs Additional Standard Components: Documentation and Restore CDs 1 Documentation Library CD Includes the following guides: ■ Hardware Guide ■ Software Guide
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    1 Power cord* Connects the AC Adapter to an AC electrical outlet. 2 Modem cable Connects the modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter. ✎ The modem cable has a 6-pin RJ-11 telephone connector at each end. 3 Network cable (select models only) Connects the notebook
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    DC power. 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. 3 Japan-specific outlet adapter (Japan only) Connects the AC Adapter to a 2-prong electrical outlet. 4 Spare pointing stick cap (dual device models only) Replaces
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    mouse. Use the arrows on the scroll button 4 as you would the arrows on the scroll bars on the edges of windows. The scroll button moves the viewing area up, down, right, and left in Internet browser windows as well as most application windows. Identifying TouchPad components Hardware Guide 2-1
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    Models Only The notebook is set at the factory to enable you to use the pointing stick and TouchPad components interchangeably. and left buttons on an external mouse. Using the TouchPad Components To move the cursor, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface 4 in the direction you want to move
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    notebook to respond to some, none, or all dual device components through the operating system. To enable or disable dual device components: 1. Access the Mouse Properties window: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Mouse icon. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP
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    The TouchPad and the dual pointing device are supported by the mouse software in the operating system. To access the custom mouse settings available through the operating system: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Mouse. ■ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP
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    one of the function keys 2. The icons on the function keys F2 through F4 and F7 through F12 represent the hotkey functions available on your notebook. Identifying hotkeys Hardware Guide 2-5
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    on an audio CD. Play the next track on an audio CD. Hotkey Fn+F2 Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F7 Fn+F8 Fn+F9 Fn+F10 Fn+F11 Fn+F12 Hotkey Procedures To use a hotkey command on the notebook keyboard: ■ Briefly the Fn+F8 hotkeys to increase screen brightness, press scroll lock+scroll lock+F8. 2-6 Hardware Guide
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    the MultiPort is on, press the Fn+F2 hotkeys to turn the device off. ■ To send or receive messages, turn the device on. ■ To conserve power, turn the device off. The status light on the MultiPort device is on when
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    Windows utility. For more information about using Computer Setup, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, "Setup and Diagnostic Utilities" section. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook , then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preference is set as you exit Computer Setup
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    memory (RAM), the screen is cleared, and power is conserved. While the notebook is in Standby, the power/standby light blinks. ■ To exit Standby, briefly press the power button. The function of the Fn+F3 hotkeys, called the "sleep button" in Windows supported by the Fn+F4 hotkeys: ■ LCD (notebook
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    conserves power. Increase Brightness (Fn+F8) Press the Fn+F8 hotkeys to increase the brightness of the notebook screen. Play, Pause or Resume an Audio CD (Fn+F9) If an audio CD is inserted into the CD drive, press the Fn+F9 hotkeys to play the CD. If an audio CD is playing in the CD drive, press
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    data file on a drive with a keystroke. Using the Default Settings Until your Internet or network services are set up, . After your Internet or network services are set up, each button opens destinations on the Internet. 4 Digital Audio Launches Windows Media Player. *The factory default Web browser
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    on the screen. Learning More About Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player application is a feature of the operating system. Instructions for using Windows Media Player are provided on this CD in the Software Guide, "CD and DVD Software," and in the Windows Media Player Help file. To access
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    or data file on a drive. For example, an Easy worksheet, on a notebook or network drive. Button assignments can window. To access the Easy Access buttons window: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Easy Access Keyboard icon. ■ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP
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    Keypads The notebook has an internal numeric keypad and supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Using the Internal Keypad The notebook keyboard contains is turned on. Identifying the internal keypad keys 2-14 Hardware Guide
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    internal keypad is off, press Fn+num lk 1 on the notebook to turn the internal keypad on. When the internal keypad is on, press Fn+num lk on the notebook (or the num lock key on an external keypad) to turn replicator. Identifying the Fn and num lk keys and the num lock light Hardware Guide 2-15
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    lock mode on an external keypad is turned off, the num lock light on the notebook turns off. The num lock light on the notebook also turns on when the internal keypad is on. If the external keypad is connected num lock on the external keypad also turns off the internal keypad. 2-16 Hardware Guide
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    preference in Computer Setup. Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility. For more information about using Computer Setup, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, "Setup and Diagnostic Utilities" section. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook, then press F10 while the F10 = ROM
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    AC power, the notebook runs on battery power. The notebook switches between AC power and battery power according to the availability of an external AC power source. For example, if the notebook contains a charged battery pack and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC Adapter
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    Packs Identifying Battery Packs The notebook supports up to 2 battery packs: ■ A primary battery pack 1 is an 8-cell lithium ion battery pack that can be used only in the battery bay. One primary battery pack is included with the notebook. ■ A MultiBay battery pack 2 is an optional 8-cell prismatic
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    bay until it is seated 1. To remove a battery pack, slide and hold the battery release latch 2 toward the rear of the notebook as you pull the battery pack from the battery bay 3. To exit Hibernation, briefly press the power button. Inserting or removing a primary battery pack Hardware Guide 3-3
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    : To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a battery pack, slide the battery pack into the MultiBay until it is seated 1. To remove a battery pack, slide and hold the
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    connected to external power. External power can be supplied through an AC Adapter or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. ✎ An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can be used to run the notebook, but cannot be used to charge a battery pack. Battery packs charge whether or not the notebook is in
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    charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to AC power through the AC Adapter. A new battery pack that has been partially charged, but not fully charged, can run the notebook, but battery charge displays may be inaccurate. Charging an In-Use Battery Pack To prolong battery life and
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    battery pack in the notebook: ■ Select the Power Meter icon on the taskbar, or ■ Access the Power Meter tab. To access the Power Meter tab: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options icon > Power Meter tab. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional
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    amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. ■ The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level. For example, the time remaining will decrease if you start playing a DVD and will increase if you stop
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    You can determine the percent of a full charge remaining in a battery pack that is not inserted into the notebook by using the battery Quick Check feature. MultiBay battery packs have battery Quick Check. Primary battery packs do not. To display the percent of a full charge remaining in a MultiBay
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    , be sure that the Enable Hibernate Support check box on the Hibernate tab is selected. To access the tab: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click Power Options. ■ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, select Start > Control Panel > Performance
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    lighter receptacle. ■ Plug an optional Aircraft Power Adapter into the notebook and into the in-seat power supply available on some commercial aircraft. (An optional Aircraft Power Adapter can run the notebook but cannot charge a battery pack.) When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available Turn off the
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    Insert the battery pack into the notebook. 2. Connect the notebook to an AC outlet or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. (The battery light turns on.) 3. Leave the notebook connected to AC power until the battery pack is fully charged. (The battery light turns off.) 3-12 Hardware Guide
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    or Windows XP Professional, select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes icon > Power Options icon > Power Schemes tab. 2. Record the 2 settings in the Plugged In column and the 2 settings in the Running on Batteries column so that you can reset them after the calibration. Hardware Guide
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    notebook is off, turn it on when the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light turns off. 3. Access the Power Schemes tab: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Power Schemes tab. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional
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    the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external devices you are not using that are not connected to an external power source. ■ Stop or remove a PC Card you are not using. ■ Remove a CD or DVD
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    Screen Saver tab. ■ Follow the instructions on this CD in the Software Guide, "Power" section, to: ❏ In the operating system, select a Power Scheme with low power-use settings. ❏ In SpeedStep, select the Battery Optimized mode or Maximum Battery Mode (Windows 2000 Professional only). 3-16 Hardware
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    Battery Pack If a notebook will be unused and unplugged for more than 2 weeks, remove and store any battery packs. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery , accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, place it in a cool, dry place
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    with the notebook, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider and request information about battery pack disposal. For more information about battery pack precautions and disposal and the complete text of governmental agency notices, refer on this CD to the Regulatory
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    hard drive. ■ The MultiBay supports a 9.5-mm hard drive (inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) and the following 12.7-mm standard removable drives: ❏ CD-ROM drive ❏ CD-RW drive ❏ DVD-ROM drive ❏ DVD-RAM drive ❏ DVD/CD-RW drive ❏ Diskette drive ❏ SuperDisk drive ❏ Zip drive Hardware Guide
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    table. Optical Drive CD-ROM drive CD-RW drive DVD-ROM drive DVD-RAM drive DVD/CD-RW drive Read Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Write No Yes No Yes Yes Terms for Drive Media A diskette, disk, or disc that can be inserted or removed from a drive is referred to as a drive medium. In this guide a diskette is
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    the notebook or a drive and loss of work: ■ Do not remove the primary hard drive (the hard drive in the hard drive bay) except for repair or replacement. For information about replacing the primary hard drive, refer in this guide to the "Hardware Upgrades" section, "Replacing the Primary Hard Drive
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    Drives Using the IDE Drive Light The IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) light turns on when any type of drive except a diskette drive is being accessed. Identifying the IDE drive light 4-4 Hardware Guide
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    Drives Removing and Inserting a MultiBay Drive Using a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter A hard drive must be inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter before it can be used in the MultiBay. A hard drive assembly (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay adapter) is inserted into and removed from the
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    Drives 2. 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 4-6 Hardware Guide
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    Drives Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1. Slide the adapter release latches on the front and rear of the adapter toward the outside of the adapter. Sliding the adapter release latches Hardware Guide 4-7
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    of the adapter. 3. Remove the drive from the adapter 2. Removing a hard drive from a MultiBay hard drive adapter Removing a Drive from the MultiBay Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work, stop the drive before you remove it. To stop the drive: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional
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    drive as instructed in the preceding caution. 3. Slide and hold the MultiBay release latch 1 toward the front of the notebook as you pull the drive or drive assembly (a hard drive inserted into a MultiBay hard drive adapter) out of the MultiBay 2. When a drive or drive assembly is correctly removed
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    hard drive adapter) facing into the MultiBay, slide the drive or drive assembly into the MultiBay until it is seated 2. When a drive or drive assembly is correctly inserted into the MultiBay, the notebook beeps 3 times. Inserting a hard drive assembly into the MultiBay 4-10 Hardware Guide
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    Removing Drive Media Inserting a CD or DVD 1. Be sure the notebook is on. 2. Press the media release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2. 3. Position a CD or one-sided DVD over the tray label side up. 4. Gently press the disc
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    Drives Removing a CD or DVD (With Power) If power is available: 1. Be sure the notebook is on. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2. 3. Remove the disc from the tray 3 by gently pushing down on the spindle
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    Drives Removing a CD or DVD (Without Power) If the notebook is turned off or if no power is available, the release button on the drive will not work. To remove a disc from an optical drive without using the release button: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip into the release access 1 in the front
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    extends when the medium is correctly inserted. Identifying the media eject button on a diskette drive Removing a Diskette 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. Pull the medium from the
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    storage device that can be inserted into drive; for example, a diskette, disk, CD, or DVD. If Standby or Hibernation is accidentally initiated while a medium is in use: 1. Briefly press the power button to exit Standby or Hibernation. 2. Restart the notebook. For more information about Standby and
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    OK button. ■ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional: 1. Double-click the My Computer icon on the Desktop. 2. Right-click a drive. 3. Select Properties > AutoPlay tab, then follow the instructions on the screen. Canceling Autorun on an Audio CD To prevent an audio CD from opening when autorun
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    to drive media: ■ Do not open the metal shutter of a diskette or touch the disk within the diskette case. ■ Do not expose a disk or diskette to a strong magnetic field, such as the security field used by a walk-through security device or a handheld security wand. ■ Clean a CD or DVD only with a disc
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    you need to play, create, or copy to or from drive media, including all the types of CDs and DVDs supported by the notebook, is included with the notebook. In addition, you can use security utilities to disable or partially disable most drives. A MultiBoot feature enables advanced users to set the
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    Volume Volume can be adjusted by using the volume buttons, the Windows volume control icon, or the volume adjustment available within some applications. , press the increase volume button 2. ■ To mute or restore volume, press both buttons at the same time. Identifying the volume buttons Hardware
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    taskbar. To display the icon in Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. Select the Volume drag it upward or downward. ■ To mute or restore volume, select or clear the Mute check box. 5-2 Hardware
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    Audio and Video Using the Internal Speakers The internal speakers play sound in stereo from applications, the operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other sources. If an external device, such as a headset, is connected to the audio-out jack, sometimes called the line-out
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    Audio and Video Using the Internal Microphone The internal microphone has a standard sensitivity of -45 decibels. For best sound quality, use the internal microphone only while the notebook display is open. Identifying the internal microphone 5-4 Hardware Guide
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    audio jacks: ■ The microphone jack 1 supports a single-sound channel (monaural) external microphone. (The microphone built into the notebook is the internal microphone.) ■ The audio-out jack 2, sometimes called the line-out jack, connects a headset, headphones, or powered stereo speakers. It is also
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    stereo microphone, left channel sound will record on both microphone is connected to the notebook, the internal microphone is an external device, do not plug a single-sound channel (monaural) plug into the audio-out a 3.5-mm stereo plug. ■ For best sound quality, use 24-ohm to 32-ohm headphones
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    video-out jack on the notebook or on an optional port replicator supports any video device with an an optional port replicator supports any video device with S-video-out jack on the notebook and the composite-video-out jack connected to both jacks while the notebook is docked, neither video device
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    combines audio and video functions, such as playing a movie from a DVD to a television, you will need a standard audio cable available from most television, computer, or electronics retailers. Plug either end of the audio cable into the notebook audio-out jack. Plug the other end of the cable into
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    TV Power button, then select the OK button. To access the ATI Displays tab: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Display icon, select the Settings tab, press the Advanced button, then select the ATI Displays tab. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP
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    on any notebook. To change the color television format: 1. Access the ATI Displays tab: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-click the Display icon, select the Settings tab, press the Advanced button, then select the ATI Displays tab. ❏ In Windows XP Home
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    and Video Finding CD and DVD Software Information All the software you need to play, copy, or create audio and video CDs and DVDs is included with the notebook. For information about using audio and video software, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, "CD and DVD Software" section. Hardware
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    Connecting a Standard Device The jacks and connectors described in this guide support standard external devices. ■ For information about which jack or standard external device from the notebook, turn off the device (if it is powered), then disconnect the device from the notebook. Hardware Guide 6-1
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    either to a USB connector on the notebook or to a port on a powered hub. The USB connectors support USB 2.0 and earlier devices. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information and software installation instructions, refer to
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    USB Legacy Support USB legacy support is set in Computer Setup. Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility. For more information about using Computer Setup, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, "Setup and Diagnostic Utilities" section. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook
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    notebook is IrDA-compliant and can communicate with another infrared-equipped device that is also IrDA-compliant. The IrDA connection speed standard is 4 megabits per second (Mbps). The infrared port supports an unobstructed line of sight path. Linking to an infrared device 6-4 Hardware Guide
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    . If Standby is initiated during an infrared transmission, the transmission stops. The transmission resumes when the notebook exits Standby. To exit Standby, briefly press the power button. For more information about using Standby, refer on this CD to the Software Guide, "Power" section. Hardware
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    including instructions for using them, refer on this CD to the Modem Command Guidelines (Advanced Users Only) guide. For information about using a wireless communication device, refer to the documentation included with the device. For more information about securing the notebook, refer on this CD to
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    software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide. Using PC Cards A PC Card is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). The notebook supports
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    other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ■ Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that may also be supplied by the PC Card
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    in use. To conserve power, stop a PC Card when you are not using it. 1. To stop a PC Card: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select the Unplug or Eject icon on the taskbar, then select the PC Card. ❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar
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    The notebook has two memory slots. Each slot supports a PC2100-compliant 128-Megabyte, 256-Megabyte, or 512-Megabyte memory board. Displaying Memory Information When RAM increases, the operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file. If you experience problems with
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    only in the memory compartment during this procedure. The hard drive bay and the memory and mini PCI compartments are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by a Compaq authorized service provider. Å WARNING
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    Hardware Upgrades 5. Turn the notebook underside up. 6. Loosen the screw that secures the memory compartment cover 1, then tilt up and remove the cover 2. Opening the memory compartment 7-6 Hardware Guide
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    Hardware Upgrades 7. Remove or insert the memory board. To remove a memory board: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the board 1. (The board tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the memory board, then gently pull it out of the memory slot 2. c. To protect a removed memory board, place
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    Hardware Upgrades To insert a memory board: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the board with the keyed area in either slot 1. b. Press the board into the slot from a 45-degree angle until it is seated 2. c. Push the board downward until the retention clips snap into place 3. Inserting a memory
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    Hardware Upgrades 8. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook 1. 9. Tilt the cover downward until it is seated 2. 10. Tighten the screw that secures the cover to the notebook 3. Closing the memory compartment Hardware Guide 7-9
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    Upgrades Replacing the Primary Hard Drive Any hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. Remove the primary hard drive only for repair or replacement. Ä CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system and loss of work: ■ Shut down the notebook before removing the hard drive from the hard
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    Hardware Upgrades 5. To remove a hard drive, pull the drive out of the bay. Removing a primary hard drive from the hard drive bay 6. To insert a hard drive, slide the hard drive into the bay until the drive is seated. Inserting a primary hard drive into the hard drive bay Hardware Guide 7-11
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    Hardware Upgrades 7. 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 Finding Mini PCI and MultiPort Information For information about
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    safe and reliable operation, use the notebook only with the products listed below: Product Agency Series Number Notebook PP2130 Port Replicator PR1000, PR1005 Battery pack PB2130-A, PB2130-B, PB2130-C AC Adapter PPP009x (where x may be any alphanumeric combination) Hardware Guide 8-1
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    Specifications Notebook Dimensions Dimension Height Width Depth U.S. 1.5 in. 12.9 in. 10.5 in. Operating Environment Factor U.S. Temperature Operating 50° to 95° F Nonoperating 14° to .7 cm 26.75 cm Metric 10° to 35° C -10° to 60° C 10 to 90% 5 to 95% 3,048 m 9,144 m 8-2 Hardware Guide
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    1.7/0.85 A RMS Operating frequency range 50 to 60 Hz AC When powered by a DC source 18.5V MAX ✎ This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vms. Modem Specifications This notebook has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
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    More Environmental Information The specifications in this section contain information about exposing the notebook to environmental extremes. For similar information about storing battery packs, refer in this guide to the "Battery Packs" section, "Storing a Battery Pack." For general information
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    adapter for AC power cord. See AC Adapter for connecting AC Adapter to electrical outlet (Japan only) 1-20 for hard drive 4-5 for modem 1-20 agency series numbers 8-1 Aircraft Power Adapter (optional) connecting 3-11 connector for 1-10 tasks supported by 3-5 altitude specifications 8-2 application
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    also battery power battery power conserving 3-15 low-battery conditions, identifying 3-10 low-battery conditions, resolving 3-11 running notebook on 3-1 switching to and from 3-1 See also battery packs Battery Quick Check 3-9 battery release latch 1-15 bay. See battery bay; compartment; hard drive
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    4-8 See also drives CD-RAM drive (optional), CD-ROM drive (optional) defined 4-2 supported 4-1 See also CD drive (optional); drives CD-RW. See CD charge sequence 3-6 Compaq utilities. See software compartment memory 1-14, 7-6 mini PCI 1-14 See also battery bay; hard drive bay; MultiBay composite
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    3-10 restoring from 3-11 D DC cable (optional) 1-10 DC power connector 1-10 device drivers for external devices 6-1 PC Card 7-2 USB 6-2 dimensions, notebook 8-2 disc defined 4-2 displaying contents of 4-15 inserting 4-11 removing 4-12 See also CD; DVD; media, drive disc drive defined 4-2 locations
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    in 4-15 replacing with weight saver 1-20 shipping 4-3 supported 4-1 types and terms, defined 4-2 USB 6-2 See also specific types of drives dual device. See pointing device(s) DVD avoiding Standby and Hibernation while playing 4-15 displaying contents of 4-15 inserting 4-11 removing (power available
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    10 inserting into MultiBay hard drive adapter 4-5 locations supported 4-1 MultiBay vs. primary 4-1 MultiBay, defined 4-2 primary, defined 4-1 removing from hard drive bay 7-10 removing from MultiBay 4-8 removing from MultiBay hard drive adapter 4-5 retaining screw 7-10, 7-12 Index-6 Hardware Guide
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    drives hard drive bay device supported 4-1 IDE drive light 1-5 HDD. See hard drive headphones, headset (optional) audio-out jack 5-5 connecting 5-6, 6-1 Hibernation avoiding while playing media 4-15 exiting 3-11 file, space requirements of 7-4 identifying 7-10 initiated during critical low-battery
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    1-15 display release 1-1 docking 1-16 MultiBay release 1-15 See also button(s); key(s); switch, display LCD display, switching image to 2-9 light AC Adapter 1-4 battery 1-4 caps lock 1-5 IDE drive 4-4 MultiPort status 2-7 power/standby 1-4 line-out jack (audio jack) 5-5 Index-8 Hardware Guide
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    and Travel guide 1-18 media, drive avoiding Standby and Hibernation while using 4-15 caring for 4-17 displaying contents of manually 4-17 displaying contents of with autorun 4-15 software 4-18 types and terms 4-2 memory board, inserting or removing 7-5 boards supported 7-4 displaying amount
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    from 3-4 removing drive from 4-8 using weight saver in 1-20 MultiBay battery pack (optional), defined 3-2 See also battery packs; battery power MultiBay drive defined 4-2 See also drives MultiBay hard drive adapter (optional) 4-5 MultiBay hard drive, defined 4-1 See also drives; hard drive MultiBoot
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    between AC and battery 3-1 See also battery power power button 1-6 power connector, DC 1-10 power cord 1-19 Power Meter (Windows) 3-7 power/standby light 1-4 primary battery pack, defined 3-2 See also battery packs; battery power primary hard drive, defined 4-1 See also drives; hard drive Product
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    stereo 5-3 specifications, notebook 8-1 SpeedStep (Windows 2000 Professional) 3-16 Standby avoiding while playing media 4-15 avoiding while using infrared 6-5 exiting 1-6, 2-9 initiated during critical low-battery condition 3-10 initiating 2-9 power/standby light 1-4 troubleshooting 6-5 Index
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    with the notebook Aircraft Power Adapter (optional) 3-11 Automobile Power Adapter/Charger (optional) 3-11 battery pack temperature considerations 3-17 Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide 1-18 MultiPort agency approvals label 1-17 operating environment specifications 8-2 Troubleshooting guide 1-18
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    1-1 MultiPort status light 2-7 turning on and off 2-7 Z Zip drive (optional) defined 4-2 IDE drive light 1-5 inserting disk into 4-14 inserting into MultiBay 4-10 locations supported 4-1 removing disk from 4-14 removing from MultiBay 4-8 See also drives zoomed video 7-1 Index-14 Hardware Guide
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Hardware Guide
Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 265656-001
June 2002
This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware
features, including connectors for external devices. It also
includes power and environmental specifications, which may be
helpful when traveling with the notebook.