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trademarks of their respective companies. Software described herein is furnished under a license agreement or nondisclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. REFERENCE GUIDE Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers First Edition - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 2
Components (TouchPad Models Level (Fn+F7 2-7 Viewing Battery Charge Status (Fn+F8 2-7 Adjusting Screen Brightness (Fn+F10 2-7 Displaying System Information (Fn+Esc 2-7 Stretching Text (Fn+T 2-7 Using the Easy Access Buttons 2-8 Internet and Network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 3
Low-Battery Conditions 4-5 Identifying Low-Battery Conditions 4-5 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions 4-6 Charging a Battery Pack 4-7 Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack 4-8 Increasing the Accuracy of Battery Charge Displays 4-8 Using the Charge Display on a Battery Pack (Battery Quick - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 4
4-24 Battery Conservation Settings 4-24 chapter 5 USING DRIVES Caring for Drives 5-1 Selecting Drive Locations 5-2 MultiBay Weight Saver 5-2 Hard Drives 5-3 Removing a Hard Drive from the Hard Drive Bay 5-3 Inserting a Hard Drive into the Hard Drive Bay 5-4 Inserting a Hard Drive into - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 5
16 Removing a Diskette from a Diskette Drive or SuperDisk LS-120 Drive 5-16 Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot 5-17 Selecting a MultiBoot Utility 5-18 Changing the Startup Sequence in Computer Setup 5-18 Changing the Startup Sequence in Compaq Computer Security 5-19 chapter 6 SECURING - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 6
Software 7-4 Using Modem Commands and Dial Modifiers 7-6 Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally 7-7 Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter 7-7 Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration 7-8 Travel Connection Checklist 7-9 Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows 95 or Windows - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 7
Windows NT Networking (Windows NT 4.0 8-6 Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional 8-9 Uninstalling Modem Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional 8-9 Installing or Restoring Modem Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional 8-10 chapter 9 UPGRADING MEMORY Managing Random Access Memory (RAM - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 8
Video Mode 10-5 Setting Video Preferences 10-5 chapter 11 USING PC CARDS Installing CardWare (Windows NT 4.0 11-1 Selecting a PC Card Slot 11-2 Configuring a PC Card 11-2 Inserting a PC Card 11-3 Removing a PC Card 11-4 chapter 12 USING INFRARED COMMUNICATION Communicating with Infrared 12 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 9
15-7 chapter 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Quick Solutions Checklist 16-2 Solving Audio Problems 16-3 Solving Battery Problems 16-5 Solving CD-ROM drive/DVD-ROM Drive Problems 16-7 Solving Diskette Drive/SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Problems ........ 16-8 Solving Hard Drive Problems 16-9 Solving Infrared - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 10
to Call Technical Support A-1 Worldwide Telephone Numbers A-2 appendix B REGULATORY NOTICES B-1 appendix C ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE Preventing Electrostatic Discharge C-1 When Handling Drives C-1 When Installing Internal Components C-1 Grounding Methods C-2 appendix D SPECIFICATIONS Computer - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 11
or (pointing-stick models only) function like the scroll button on an external mouse. 4 TouchPad (TouchPad models only Moves the pointer, selects, and activates. 5 Left and right TouchPad buttons (TouchPad models only) Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Used with the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 12
. On: The primary hard drive is being accessed. On: A drive in the MultiBay or the external diskette drive bay is being accessed. On: Num lock is on and the embedded numeric keypad is enabled On: Caps lock is on. On: Scroll lock is on. Direct link to Compaq Armada mobile user information for quick - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 13
set up Internet service with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Left Side Components Left Side Components Component Description 1 Composite video-out jack Connects any video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card that supports video-in through - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 14
modem models only) 7 RJ-45 jack (network models only) Description Top button: Ejects a PC Card from the top PC Card slot. Bottom button: Ejects a PC Card from the bottom PC Card slot. Allows airflow needed to cool computer components. Do not block airflow. Support 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 15
the primary hard drive. Connects external speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Connects a single sound channel microphone. On: Power is turned on. Off: Power is turned off. Blinking: Computer is in Suspend.* 5 Battery light On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 16
docking base. 5 Parallel connector Connects the external diskette drive assembly or another parallel device. 6 Power connector Connects Automobile Power Adapter/Charger to the computer. 7 USB connector Connects a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device or hub. 8 Keyboard/mouse connector Connects - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 17
drive or battery pack from the MultiBay. 6 Serial number label Identifies the computer; needed when you call Compaq customer support. 7 Fan Provides airflow to cool internal components. 8 Certificate of Authenticity label Contains your Product Key number, which you may need to set up, update - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 18
following illustration and table identify the standard components included with most computer models. NOTE: Some components, such as the hard drive and the primary battery pack, ship inside computer bays identified in previous sections and are not included in this illustration. 1-8 Taking a Look at - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 19
plug adapter (Japan only) 5 Compaq Portable Product Reference Library CD-ROM 6 QuickRestore package 7 Modem cable (internal modem models only)* 8 Country-specific modem adapter (included with internal modem models by region as required) 9 Network cable (network models only)* : Bag containing spare - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 20
The pointing stick (pointing-stick models) and the TouchPad (TouchPad models) function with any software that supports a Microsoft-compatible mouse. NOTE: For software that does not support a Microsoft-compatible mouse, open Computer Setup, select Advanced!Device Options, then select the Disable - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 21
-click. Pointing stick: Press the right, left, or scroll pointing-stick button as you would the right, left, or scroll button on an external mouse. TouchPad: Press the right or left TouchPad button as you would the right or left button on an external mouse. Continued 2-2 Using the Keyboard - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 22
available in Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional, select Start!Settings! Control Panel!Mouse. ❏ To access settings and instructions for using additional pointing-stick features, such as scrolling, magnifying, and selecting, select Start!Settings!Control Panel! EasyPoint IV. s TouchPad models-To - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 23
Using the Fn Key Many commands are entered by pressing the Fn key and another key simultaneously. For example, Hibernation is initiated by pressings Fn + the suspend button, and most of the hotkey commands in the following section are entered by pressing Fn + a function key. If you enable sequential - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 24
these functions. s To close a window opened with hotkeys, use standard Windows procedures or press the hotkeys again. USB connector. Hotkeys Quick Reference Task Switch the display and image. Adjust system volume. Initiate Quick Controls. Set a power conservation level. View battery charge - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 25
the composite video-out jack. In Windows 98- s When MultiMonitor is enabled, instructions, refer to Chapter 6. s To initiate Quick Controls manually, press Fn+F6. s To exit Quick Controls, enter your power-on password. The Fn+F6 hotkeys cannot be used on an external keyboard connected through a USB - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 26
about system hardware components and software version numbers. NOTE: The System BIOS date, which may display in a decimal format, is the version number of your system ROM. Stretching Text (Fn+T) When the computer is running MS-DOS under Windows and the desktop area resolution is set lower than - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 27
to open an item on the Internet, a network, or a drive with a single keystroke. Internet and Network Connection Requirements for Using Easy Access Buttons Easy Access keys can access an item on the Internet or a network only after your Internet or network services have been set up. s Once your - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 28
Button 1 2 3 4 Easy Access Buttons Icon Default Name and Assignment Armada Information Page-Links directly to Compaq Armada user information for quick answers to your computer questions. MyArmada-Opens a personal Internet web page that you can customize with items such as local weather, news, - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 29
are assigning the button. To enter a button assignment s Type the file path or website address in the Button Assignment box. or s Use standard Windows procedures to copy a file path or website address elsewhere, then paste it into the Button Assignment box. or s Select the Browse button, then double - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 30
button name or assignment within a scheme, repeat steps 3 to 5 for each button being reassigned. 1. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons icon on the Windows taskbar. or Click Start!Settings!Control Panel. Double-click the Keyboard icon, then select the Easy Access Buttons tab. 2. From the drop-down - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 31
in the Scheme box. 3. Select the Apply or OK button. Deleting an Easy Access Button Scheme 1. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons icon on the Windows taskbar. or Select Start!Settings!Control Panel. Double-click the Keyboard icon, then select the Easy Access Buttons tab. 2. In the Scheme drop-down - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 32
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Toggling the Keypad On and Off To convert the embedded numeric keypad section 1 of the keyboard to a keypad-Press Fn+Num Lk 2. When the embedded numeric keypad is enabled, the characters upper-right on the keypad keys are active and the num lock light 3 is on. To - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 33
To change the language, press F2. ❏ 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 preferences, then close Computer Setup and restart the computer, select File!Save Changes and - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 34
supports up to two battery packs. s The battery pack included with the computer can be used only in the battery bay. The battery pack in the battery bay is the primary battery pack. s An optional MultiBay battery pack can be used only in the MultiBay. Multiple battery packs in the system charge - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 35
battery pack with a charged one. Always save your work before changing a battery pack. ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the battery pack, do not crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery pack or short the metal contacts. Do not attempt to open or service the battery - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 36
. NOTE: If there is drive activity, Hibernation may not occur instantly. 2. Close the display. 3. Tilt the computer up 1 and push the battery release latch below the battery bay toward the fan 2 to release the battery pack. 4. Remove the battery pack from the battery bay 3. Inserting, Removing, or - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 37
1. Close the display. 2. Tilt the computer up 1. 3. With the smooth side of the battery pack facing up and the battery cells facing in, lead the rounded edge of the battery pack into the battery bay. Angle the battery pack into the bay until it is fully seated 2. 4. If the computer is in Hibernation - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 38
the MultiBay facing you, tilt the computer up 1 and slide the MultiBay release latch toward the opening of the bay 2. 3. Grasp the edge of the battery pack at the notch under the battery pack and pull it out of the MultiBay 3. Inserting, Removing, or Storing - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 39
Battery Pack into the MultiBay 1. With the battery pack charge level lights facing up and the battery contacts facing in, insert the battery pack into the MultiBay. 2. If the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power switch to resume normal operation. 3-6 Inserting, Removing, or Storing a Battery - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 40
4 chapter MANAGING POWER Selecting a Power Source Task Work within installed applications. Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the computer. Install, reinstall, or modify system software. Power Source s Charged battery pack in the computer or s External power supplied through one of the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 41
work to the hard drive, and uses less power than Suspend. Returning to work saved in Hibernation takes longer than returning to work placed in Suspend, but is faster than returning to your place manually after restarting the computer. A fully charged battery pack supports Hibernation indefinitely - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 42
button.* or Slide power switch. Power/suspend light turns on. System beeps once. Your work returns to the screen. *In Windows 98 the term sleep button replaces the term suspend button. **In Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional, the term Standby replaces the term Suspend. Managing Power 4-3 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 43
Identifying Power Controls and the Power/Suspend Light 1 Fn key 2 Suspend button 3 Power switch 4 Power/suspend light 4-4 Managing Power - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 44
to the computer reaches a low-battery condition s The system beeps 5 times. s The battery light 1 blinks. Critical Low-Battery Condition If a low-battery condition is not resolved, the computer enters a critical low-battery condition. In a critical low-battery condition s If Hibernation is enabled - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 45
switch. s If the computer does not have enough power to restore your work, 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to abort the restoration. 2. Insert a charged battery pack or connect the computer to external power. 3. Press Fn + the suspend button or slide the power switch to exit Hibernation. 4-6 Managing Power - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 46
AC Adapter, an optional docking base, or an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger. NOTE: An optional Aircraft Power Adapter does not charge a battery pack. Charging may be delayed if a battery pack is new, has not been used for 2 weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 47
pack that has not been used for 2 weeks or more before you charge it. Using the Charge Display on a Battery Pack (Battery Quick Check) The battery quick check feature enables you to monitor the charge in a battery pack when the battery pack is not in the computer. To display the percent of a full - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 48
You can access the following battery charge displays with the Windows procedures described below or with the Fn+F8 hotkeys. In Windows 95 select Start!Settings!Control Panel!Power icon!Battery Status tab. In Windows NT 4.0 select Start!Settings!Control Panel! Compaq Power icon!Battery Status tab. In - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 49
of all battery charge displays. Use the calibration utility both to check the calibration of a battery pack and to calibrate a battery pack. A battery pack cannot be calibrated unless the utility reports that it needs calibration. Although the calibration utility supports all battery packs that - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 50
!Control Panel! Power icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows 98 select Start!Settings!Control Panel! Power Management icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows NT 4.0 select Start!Settings!Control Panel! Compaq Power icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows 2000 Professional select Start!Settings - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 51
!Control Panel! Power icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows 98 select Start!Settings!Control Panel! Power Management icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows NT 4.0 select Start!Settings!Control Panel! Compaq Power icon!Battery Calibration tab. In Windows 2000 Professional select Start!Settings - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 52
power increases performance, while decreasing power conserves energy and extends battery operating time. By decreasing power to unused components and Depending on your operating system, you can set timeouts that are specific to various conditions, components, or procedures as well as specify the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 53
Preferences in Windows 95 Preference Select a preset battery conservation level that applies whenever the computer is running on battery power. Create a Custom battery conservation level that includes the following settings and applies whenever the computer is running on battery power: s Brightness - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 54
the On or Off radio button. CAUTION: If the computer reaches a critical low-battery condition while Hibernation is turned off, unsaved work will be lost. Turn off power to an optional Select Power!PC-Card Modems tab, PC Card modem when it is not then select the checkbox for Turn Off being used - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 55
Windows 98 Preference Procedure from Control Panel Select a preset battery conservation level that applies whenever the computer is running on battery power. Select Power Management!Battery tab, then select the new location from the Drive for Hibernation File drop-down list box. Enable/Disable - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 56
battery conservation level can be selected, but not created, by using the Fn+F7 hotkeys. 1. Select Compaq Power!AC Energy Saver tab. 2. Select the AC Energy Saver On radio button. 3. To set a screen save timeout, select a timeout in the Screen Save drop-down list box. 4. To set a hard drive timeout - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 57
This setting does not affect system-initiated Hibernation during a critical low-battery condition. Change location of the hibernation file. Select Compaq Power!Hibernation tab, then select the new location from the Drive for Hibernation File drop-down list box. Enable/Disable Hibernation. Select - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 58
System!Device Manager. Double-click your CD-ROM, then select the Settings tab and clear the CD-ROM Auto Insert Notification checkbox. s In Windows NT 4.0, select Start!Settings!Control Panel!Compaq Power!Battery Conservation Settings tab. Clear the CD-ROM Auto Insert Notification checkbox. Managing - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 59
Conservation tab. A Custom processor speed setting applies any time that the computer is running on battery power. In Windows 98-The SpeedStep technology performance modes are independent of all power settings described in this guide or your operating system documentation. 4-20 Managing Power - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 60
Setup," later in this section. Using the SpeedStep Window To open the SpeedStep window from the desktop- In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, select Start!Programs! Intel SpeedStep technology. In Windows 98 or Windows list under Running running on battery power. on Batteries, then select OK. Assign - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 61
mode while running on AC power and Battery Optimized mode while running on battery 1. Select the checkbox for Disable Intel SpeedStep Technology Control. power 2. Select OK in the Advanced and Disable all settings in the main SpeedStep window. window. 3. Select OK or Apply in the main - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 62
press F2. s For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Select Advanced!Device Options. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup-Select File!Save Changes and Exit in Computer Setup Task Enable all SpeedStep settings in the SpeedStep window. Set the computer to run in Battery Optimized mode in - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 63
this guide. s Run the computer in Battery Optimized mode. s Select the High battery conservation level or create a Custom battery conservation level with even lower settings. s If you are using a PC Card modem, set the computer to turn off power to the PC Card modem when it is not in use (Windows 95 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 64
to Appendix C. s Before traveling with, shipping, storing, or removing a drive other than a hard drive, make sure that no media, such as a diskette, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or disk is in the drive and that the media tray is closed. s Handle a drive carefully; do not drop it. s Do not use excessive force - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 65
for drives. s The hard drive bay supports only a hard drive. The hard drive in the hard drive bay is the primary hard drive. s The MultiBay supports any 12.7 mm drive, such as a diskette drive, SuperDisk LS-120 drive, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, or a second hard drive. An Armada MultiBay hard drive - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 66
surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching them. Removing a Hard Drive from the Hard Drive Bay 1. Save your work, then shut down the computer. 2. Push down the hard drive tab on the front of the hard drive until it snaps away from the front of the computer 1. 3. Lift up - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 67
Inserting a Hard Drive into the Hard Drive Bay 1. Save your work, then shut down the computer. 2. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive bay until it is seated and the cover is flush with the front of the computer. 5-4 Using Drives - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 68
with the outside of the adapter. Removing a Hard Drive from a MultiBay Hard Drive Adapter 1. Push the two slide tabs away from the hard drive 1. 2. Gently disengage the drive connectors on the hard drive from the drive connectors in the adapter 2, then lift the drive out of the adapter 3. NOTE: To - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 69
slide tabs on the sides of the Armada MultiBay hard drive adapter are closed flush with the sides of the adapter. 3. With the connector on the drive assembly (the hard drive inserted into the MultiBay hard drive adapter) facing the computer, slide the hard drive assembly into the MultiBay until the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 70
display. 3. With the MultiBay facing you, tilt the computer up 1. 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch toward the opening of the MultiBay 2. 5. Pull the hard drive assembly (the hard drive inserted into the MultiBay hard drive adapter) out of the MultiBay by grasping the notch on the bottom of the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 71
can be inserted and removed from the computer MultiBay without shutting down the computer. Removing a CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive 1. Remove the compact disc from the media tray. 2. Close the tray. 3. With the MultiBay facing you, tilt the computer up 1. 4. Slide the MultiBay release latch 2 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 72
Inserting a CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive With the drive connector facing in, slide the drive into the MultiBay until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Using Drives 5-9 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 73
Inserting a Disc into a CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the media eject button on the lightly on the front panel of the media tray to close it. The drive performs a diagnostic check and automatically begins reading the table of contents (TOC) on the disc. The light - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 74
Removing a Disc from a CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the eject button on the front panel 1 to open the media tray. 3. Slowly pull out the flat surfaces. 5. Place the disc in its protective case. 6. Push the front panel of the media tray to close it. Using Drives 5-11 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 75
be inserted and removed from the computer MultiBay without shutting down the computer. Removing a Diskette Drive or SuperDisk LS-120 Drive from the MultiBay 1. Remove the diskette from the drive. 2. With the MultiBay facing you, tilt the computer up 1. 3. Slide the MultiBay release latch 2 toward - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 76
Inserting a Diskette Drive or SuperDisk LS-120 Drive into the MultiBay With the drive connector facing in, slide the drive into the MultiBay until the connectors engage and the drive is seated. Using Drives 5-13 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 77
using a diskette drive externally, the drive can be accessed while another drive or a battery pack is in the MultiBay. An external diskette drive assembly (a diskette drive inside an external diskette drive bay) is included with the computer. The external diskette drive bay supports only a diskette - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 78
the diskette drive from the drive bay- 1. Turn the diskette drive bay upside down. 2. Gently slide the drive away from the diskette drive cable connectors, then pull the drive out of the drive bay. Inserting a Diskette Drive into the External Diskette Drive Bay 1. Turn the diskette drive bay upside - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 79
label facing up. 2. Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. The media eject button ejects to show that the diskette is inserted correctly. Removing a Diskette from a Diskette Drive or SuperDisk LS-120 Drive 1. Press the media eject button to eject the diskette. 2. Remove - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 80
properly. The computer can start from s Any bootable hard drive or bootable drive medium, such as a diskette, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or disk, in the computer. and searches for a startup drive, it will consider only the first drive of each type. For example, in the default boot order, the computer will not - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 81
docking base. The external diskette drive bay does not list in the boot order field, but is always searched first for a bootable diskette. s In Compaq Computer Security the list of bootable devices includes all bootable devices supported by the BIOS. If you set a boot sequence for a bootable device - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 82
: s Select Start!Settings!Control Panel. Select the Compaq Computer Security icon. or s Right-click the Compaq Computer Security icon in the Windows taskbar, then select Security Properties. 2. Select the Boot Security tab. 3. Select the Enable Multi-Boot checkbox. 4. Use the Move Up and Move Down - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 83
a Compaq authorized service provider. s If you forget both your user and master DriveLock passwords, the hard drive is permanently unusable. s If you forget your DriveLock user password but know your DriveLock master password, you can remove DriveLock protection from the drive. For instructions - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 84
Windows operating system is not functioning or will not load. Some passwords and Quick Controls can also be set in some operating systems, as described in your operating system documentation. This guide provides instructions for setting security features in both Computer Setup and Compaq Computer - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 85
s Can be set, changed, or deleted in Computer Setup. s Can be set in Compaq Computer Security, but must be changed or deleted in Computer Setup or at the power-on password prompt. Setting, Changing, or Deleting a Power-on Password in Computer Setup 1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press F10 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 86
❏ Right-click the Compaq Computer Security icon in the Windows taskbar, then select Password Properties. 2. Press the Set button for Power-on Password. 3. Type the password in the Enter Password box. 4. Type the password in the Verify Password box. 5. To apply the new password, select the OK button - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 87
your password from "old password" to "new password," type: old password/new password/new password s To delete a power-on password-Type the password followed by a forward slash ("/"). For example, if you are deleting the password "old password," type: old password/ Entering a Power-on Password At - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 88
Quick Controls Quick Controls s Can be set in Computer Setup in all operating systems. s Can be set in Compaq Computer Security only in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0. s Cannot be set in Compaq Computer Security if a USB keyboard has ever been connected to the computer. NOTE: Disabling - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 89
-on password is set. 3. To save your preferences, then close Computer Setup and restart the computer, select File!Save Changes and Exit, then press Enter. 4. When prompted to confirm your action, press F10. Setting Quick Controls in Compaq Computer Security (Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 90
Options button. NOTE: The Options button is not available unless a power-on password is set or if a USB keyboard has ever been connected to the computer. 3. Select the checkbox for each Quick Control you want to enable. NOTE: Unless Enable QuickLock of the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 91
instructions, press F1. 2. Select Security!Setup Password, then press Enter. Then, s To set a setup (administrator) password-Type the password in the New Password field, then in the Verify New Password field, then press F10. s To change a setup (administrator) password-Type the current password - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 92
to confirm your action, press F10. Setting a Setup (Administrator) Password in Compaq Computer Security 1. Access the Computer Security tab in the passwords window. s In Windows 95 or Windows 98- ❏ Select Start!Settings!Control Panel. Select the Passwords icon, then select the Computer Security tab - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 93
user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is permanently unusable. IMPORTANT: To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must open Computer Setup after shutting down, then turning on the computer. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 94
s For navigation instructions, press F1. 3. Select Security!DriveLock passwords, then press Enter. 4. Select the location of the hard drive, then press F10. 5. Toggle the Protection field to Enable. 6. Read the warning. To continue, press F10. 7. Type a user password in the New Password field, then - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 95
protected hard drive is inserted into the computer (not an optional docking base). 2. Turn on the computer, then press F10 when the blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen. s To change the language, press F2. s For navigation instructions, press F1. 3. Select Security!DriveLock passwords - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 96
by another user, you can disable most drives and ports and some other devices and functions in either Computer Setup or Compaq Computer Security. The diskette drive settings in both utilities apply to a diskette drive in either the MultiBay or the external diskette drive bay. NOTE: In Windows NT - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 97
icon. or s Right-click the Compaq Computer Security icon in the Windows taskbar, then select Security Properties. 2. Select a tab: s To enable or disable the serial, infrared, parallel, or USB port-Select the Port Security tab. s To enable or disable diskette boot, access, or write- Select the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 98
to software. s You can specify how the computer recognizes multiple, identical docking bases only in Computer Setup. s To deny access to the above information by another user, you can secure the information in either Computer Setup or Compaq Computer Security with a setup (administrator) password - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 99
software then close Computer Setup and restart the Battery Pack Identifications in Compaq Computer Security 1. Access the Compaq Computer Security window: s Select Start!Settings!Control Panel. Select the Compaq Computer Security icon. or s Right-click the Compaq Computer Security icon in the Windows - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 100
pack by number in the Manageable Devices list. ❏ The battery pack numbers correspond to the following locations: (1) Computer battery bay, (2) Computer MultiBay, (2) Expansion base right MultiBay or convenience base battery charging bay, and (4) Expansion base left MultiBay or convenience base - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 101
Compaq Computer Security 1. Access the Compaq Computer Security window: s Select Start!Settings!Control Panel. Select the Compaq Computer Security icon. or s Right-click the Compaq Computer Security icon in the Windows serial number by the processor to software-Clear the Disabling Processor Serial - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 102
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then insert the cable lock 1 into the security cable slot 2 and lock it with the cable lock key 3. 6-20 Securing the Computer - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 103
. NOTE: The modem does not support the modem pass-through connection available an RJ-11 jack, refer to "Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter" later in this chapter. IMPORTANT: Wall that the modem line is disconnected from the telephone network when opening the equipment's enclosure. ! WARNING: To - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 104
To connect the modem to an RJ-11 wall jack- IMPORTANT: The modem cable, which has a 6-pin RJ-11 connector at each end, may contain noise suppression circuitry 1. This circuitry prevents interference with TV and radio reception. Orient a cable with this circuitry - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 105
the instructions on the screen. In Windows NT 4.0- 1. Go to C:\Program Files\Compaq. 2. Select your modem model name. 3. Select Modem\NT40. Then, s If your modem is a network model, select Combo folder\ Setup.exe. s If your modem is not a network model, select Setup.exe. In Windows 2000 Professional - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 106
software. To use preinstalled modem software-Select Start!Programs. Then, s For terminal emulation and data transfer ❏ In Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows 98, select Accessories!HyperTerminal. ❏ In Windows Lotus cc:Mail script files provided by Compaq support all versions of Lotus Notes and - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 107
select File!Tools!User Preferences!Ports icon. 5. Make sure the Port Enabled checkbox is selected. 6. Make sure the modem COM port selected is COM2. 7. Select the COMx Options button. 8. From the Modem Type list in the Additional Setup dialog box, select Compaq 56K (V.90) Mini PCI Card. 9. Make sure - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 108
, select Accessories!HyperTerminal. ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional select Accessories! Communications!HyperTerminal. s Command sets for all modem models are available at the Compaq website at http://www.compaq.com and on the Compaq Portable Product Reference Library CD-ROM included with the computer - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 109
adapters required for your itinerary, refer to Appendix A to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. To connect the modem using a country-specific modem adapter- IMPORTANT: The modem cable, which has a 6-pin RJ-11 connector at each end, may contain noise suppression - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 110
modem, a warning will appear. Unless you then select a supported country, the country selection will default to USA. s In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0, Select Start!Settings! Control Panel!Modems!Dialing Properties. Then select the new country from the drop-down list in the I Am In box - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 111
experience connection problems while using the modem outside your home country, the (pulses) or tones. Then set your communication software to the corresponding dialing mode (pulse or tone). all dial tones before dialing: In Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0- 1. Select Start!Settings!Control - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 112
In Windows 2000 Professional- 1. Select Start!Settings!Control Panel!Phone and Modem Options!Modem which you are dialing. 2. Select the Edit button. 3. Select USA from the drop-down list in the Country/region box. 4. Select the Apply button, then the OK button. 5. Select the Modem tab. 6. Select - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 113
Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows 95 or Windows 98) To update or reinstall modem drivers: s First, uninstall the currently loaded modem drivers. s Second, install or restore the modem drivers. Uninstalling Modem Drivers (Windows 95 or Windows 98) 1. Select Start!Settings!Control Panel, then - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 114
confirm the removal. 5. To complete the removal, restart the computer. Reinstalling Modem Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) 1. Select Start!Run. In the Open box, type C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Modem\NT40\ Combo\Setup 2. Select the OK button, then select the Next button on succeeding screens until - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 115
to confirm the removal. 5. To complete the removal, restart the computer. Reinstalling Modem Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional) 1. Select Start!Run. In the Open box, type C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Modem\Setup 2. Select the OK button. 3. Restart the computer. Using an Internal Modem 7-13 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 116
TO A LOCAL AREA NETWORK A network computer model can be connected to a Local Area Network (LAN). A network computer model s Has an internal modem/NIC (network interface card) combination card. s Has an RJ-45 jack on the right side. s Has preinstalled LAN drivers. s Supports network speeds up to - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 117
Connecting to a LAN IMPORTANT: The network cable, which has an 8-pin RJ-45 connector at each end, off a LAN connection- 1. Log off the network. 2. Disconnect the network cable. To turn on a LAN connection- 1. Connect the network cable. 2. Log on to the network. 8-2 Connecting to a Local Area Network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 118
when the Network Service Boot message appears very briefly in the lower-right corner of the screen. To set the computer to connect to your PXE or RPL server at startup-Refer to "Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot" in Chapter 5 of this guide. Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows 95 or - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 119
box, then continue to select the Next button on succeeding screens until you are prompted to enter a driver location. 2. At the driver location prompt, type the path to the Compaq 56K (V.90) Mini PCI drivers: C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Modem\Win9x 8-4 Connecting to a Local Area Network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 120
included on the list of installed network components. NOTE: For information about adding a network protocol, refer to your operating system documentation. Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) IMPORTANT: To uninstall or reinstall modem or LAN drivers in Windows NT 4.0, you must log in to - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 121
then double-click Network. s If you are not prompted to install Windows NT Networking-Go to "Reinstalling LAN Drivers (Windows NT 4.0)" later in this section. s If you are prompted to install Windows NT Networking- Select Yes, then use the following procedure. 8-6 Connecting to a Local Area Network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 122
drivers: C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Network network service(s) for your LAN environment. 14. Select the Next button, then continue to select the Next button on succeeding screens until you are prompted to enter a drive designator. 15. When prompted, type the drive designator for your Windows - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 123
your LAN environment, then select the OK button. 8. Restart the computer. Reinstalling Modem Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) 1. Select Start!Run. In the Open box, type C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Modem\NT40\Setup 2. Select the OK button, then select the Next button on succeeding screens until the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 124
with Administrator privileges. To update or reinstall modem and LAN drivers: s First, uninstall the currently loaded modem drivers. s Second, install or restore the LAN drivers. s Third, install or restore the modem drivers. Uninstalling Modem Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional) 1. Select Start - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 125
. 14. Select the Yes button to restart your computer. Installing or Restoring Modem Drivers (Windows 2000 Professional) 1. Select Start!Run. In the Open box, type C:\Program Files\Compaq\CPQLANModem\Modem\Setup 2. Select the OK button. 3. Restart the computer. 8-10 Connecting to a Local Area Network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 126
a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. s 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 computer is running Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 and you experience problems - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 127
is the only user-accessible internal compartment on the computer. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by a Compaq authorized service provider. ! WARNING: Failure to unplug the power cord and remove the battery pack before installing a memory expansion board can - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 128
clips on each side of the memory expansion board 1. The board tilts upward 2. 2. Lift the edge of the memory expansion board to a 45-degree angle and gently slide it out of the memory expansion slot. 3. Place the removed memory expansion board in an electrostatic-safe container. Upgrading Memory 9-3 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 129
Expansion Board All memory expansion boards supported by the computer s Can be used in either of the two memory expansion slots. s Are keyed (notched) to ensure correct positioning. 1. Slide the memory expansion board into an empty memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle 1 until it is seated - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 130
AUDIO AND VIDEO FEATURES Using the Internal Microphone and the Internal Speakers s The microphone 1 has a standard sensitivity of -50 dB and supports audio input optimally when the display is open. s The two internal speakers 2 provide stereo audio playback for multimedia applications. When the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 131
Use This Jack 1 Stereo speaker/headphone jack 2 Microphone jack Connecting a Device to the Microphone Jack The microphone jack supports a single sound channel (monaural) microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. A powered, single sound channel, electret condenser microphone is recommended. s A stereo - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 132
clear the Mute checkbox. NOTE: System volume and the volume of individual devices can also be adjusted using software included in your Windows operating system and in some applications. For instructions, refer to your operating system or application documentation. Using Audio and Video Features 10-3 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 133
Device s The composite video-out jack can support- ❏ Any device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card, that accepts video-in through a standard of the cable to the video device as instructed in the device documentation. 10-4 Using Audio and Video Features - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 134
close Computer Setup and restart the computer, select File!Save Changes and Exit, then press Enter. 5. When prompted to confirm your action, press F10. Setting Video Preferences To access an online help file with instructions for setting video preferences s In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0-Select - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 135
to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). The computer supports both 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards. Installing CardWare (Windows NT 4.0) Unicore Software CardWare provided by Compaq is available on your hard drive but is not - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 136
95, Windows 98, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq-If you install card and socket services or enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by PC Card documentation to install device drivers - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 137
Card unless you are specifically instructed to do so in the PC Card documentation. 1. Hold the PC Card with the label side up. 2. With the 68-pin side of the PC Card facing the PC Card slot, gently push the card into the slot until it is seated. 3. In Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 138
on the screen that stops the card. A message displays when the PC Card can be safely removed. ❏ In Windows NT 4.0 with CardWare provided by Compaq-If the computer is on, you must shut it down before removing some PC Cards. Refer to the PC Card documentation for removal requirements. s Second, remove - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 139
IrDA-compliant. s Infrared communication ❏ Occurs through the infrared port illustrated below. ❏ Is not supported by Windows NT 4.0 without optional software that is not available from Compaq. NOTE: The infrared port supports both low speed connections up to 115 kilobits per second (Kbps) and high - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 140
Configuring the Infrared Port If you are using optional infrared software, the following information may be helpful. In Windows 95 or Windows 98- s The infrared port default settings are: Port, COM3; address, 3; Interrupt Request (IRQ), 3. s If you use Direct Cable Connection and the utility prompts - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 141
OK to save your preference and close the Options dialog box. In Windows 2000 Professional-The infrared port is enabled by default each time the computer starts up. Both system-initiated Standby and user-initiated Standby prevent or interrupt an infrared transmission. To exit - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 142
Manageability comprises software tools that can help you and/or your Information Services department track, troubleshoot, protect, and maintain the system. Intelligent Manageability uses such tools as Insight Management Agents, Compaq Diagnostics, Computer Setup, and Compaq Computer Security - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 143
hard drive problems; can be set to initiate a software backup. s System temperature alert-Prevents critical overheating. As the system temperature rises, this feature first adjusts fan and CPU (central processing unit) speed, then displays an alert, then shuts down the system if necessary. s Battery - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 144
. ❏ Test system components. ❏ Troubleshoot a device configuration problem in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional. NOTE: It is not necessary to configure a device connected to a USB connector on the computer or an optional docking base. Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities 14-1 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 145
. s To return to the Computer Setup menu, press Esc. 2. Select the File, Security, or Advanced menu. 3. To close Computer Setup and restart the computer s Select File docking base, and any battery packs in the system. s View specification information about the processor, memory and cache size, and - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 146
menu, refer to Chapter 6 in this guide. Selecting from the Security Menu Select To Do This Setup password Enter, change, or delete a setup password. (The setup password is called an administrator password in Compaq Computer Security.) Power-on password Enter, change, or delete a power-on - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 147
legacy support for a USB keyboard. (When USB legacy support is enabled, the keyboard works even when a Windows operating system is not loaded.) s Set an optional external monitor or overhead projector connected to a video card in a docking base as the primary device. (When the computer display is - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 148
Enable/disable all settings in the SpeedStep window. (When Disable is selected, the computer runs in Battery Optimized mode.) s Specify how the Enable/Disable the reporting of the processor serial number by the processor to software *Video modes vary even within regions. However, NTSC is common in - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 149
appears on the screen before the Compaq Diagnostics window opens. You can display more or less information from anywhere within Compaq Diagnostics by selecting Level on the menu bar. Compaq Diagnostics is designed to test Compaq components. If non-Compaq components are tested, the results may - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 150
the total run time of each test. s Error tab lists all errors found on the computer with their error codes. 8. To save the report on the s Log tab-Select the Log tab Save button. s Error tab-Select folder. s Error tab-Select the Error tab Print button. Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities 14-7 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 151
is connected to a network, you may need to confer with your Information Services department before updating system ROM. Obtaining Update Information and Software Checking the Compaq Website You can obtain the latest available update information and update software directly from the Compaq website at - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 152
to the Compaq Support Software CD that contains detailed software support information and the software and installation instructions for the latest device drivers, system ROMs, and utilities. To obtain ordering information-Contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider or - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 153
LS-120 disk. A system ROM can be installed directly from your hard drive only if you start up the computer and perform the installation in MS-DOS. The procedures for downloading a ROMPaq or loading a system ROM from a Compaq CD-ROM include the extraction of the installation files to a diskette. Be - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 154
Microsoft Windows operating system available during the original computer setup is enhanced by Compaq. The enhancements provide additional functionality in such areas as power management and the use of drives and PC Cards. All Compaq enhancements can be obtained from the Compaq Support Software CD - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 155
extended period of time, it is normal for the computer to feel warm to hot. The computer complies with international safety standards for temperatures of user-accessible surfaces. For more information about operating temperatures, refer to Appendix D in this - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 156
power source for more than 2 weeks: ❏ Shut down the computer. ❏ Remove all battery packs and store them in a cool, dry place. s As needed, clean the or Travel 1. Back up your work. 2. Remove all CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, diskettes, disks, or PC Cards. 3. Shut down the computer. 4. If the computer will - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 157
dealer, reseller, or service provider near you, refer to "Worldwide Telephone Numbers" in Appendix A ❏ If you plan to use an internal modem, review "Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally" in Chapter 8 of this guide. ❏ Check the computer-related Customs regulations for each country on your - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 158
to the troubleshooting tables. s If the problem persists, refer in this guide to ❏ Chapter 14, for information about checking configurations and running diagnostic tests. ❏ Appendix A, for information about using the Compaq Support Forum or contacting a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 159
in the computer fully charged? s Is the system turned on? s Is the computer positioned to allow adequate airflow around the fan and vents? s Is the latest available system ROM installed? NOTE: For instructions, refer to "Updating Your System" in Chapter 15 of this guide. s If the problem is with an - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 160
Solving Audio Problems Problem Possible Cause Internal speaker s Adjust the sliding mixer controls by double-clicking the speaker icon on the Windows taskbar. Check line input connection. Disconnect the headphones or speakers to enable the with the Fn+F5 hotkeys. Continued Troubleshooting 16-3 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 161
Solving Audio Problems Continued Problem No sound from headphones. Possible Cause Volume or mixing controls set incorrectly. Sound source not selected. with the Fn+F5 hotkeys. s Check the mixing features available by double-clicking the speaker icon on the Windows taskbar. 16-4 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 162
Battery Problems Problem Computer is beeping and battery light is blinking. Possible Cause Battery pack charge is low. Computer Volume turned down battery light too low. blinks to indicate low battery condition, but computer does not beep. Battery pack will Battery pack was not charge - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 163
PC Cards when not in use. Recalibrate the battery. s Restore power, then turn on the computer with the power switch s Contact your Compaq authorized service provider to replace the Real Time Clock battery. Recalibrate the battery. Replace the battery pack. No action required. 16-6 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 164
are running a version of Windows that was preinstalled by Compaq, remove the drive from the MultiBay and reinsert it. If you are running a version of Windows that was not preinstalled by Compaq, turn off the computer. Then remove the drive from the MultiBay and reinsert it. Troubleshooting 16-7 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 165
drive through Device Manager. Run Computer Setup. Select Device security from the Security Menu. Make sure Floppy write ability is not enabled. Verify that a diskette with the necessary system files is in the drive. Enable diskette bootabilty in Computer Setup, Security Menu. 16-8 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 166
the computer, remove the hard drive, and reinsert the hard drive. Errors occur after starting from an additional hard drive. Additional hard drive has not been specially prepared with necessary software. Boot from the original hard drive or a specially prepared hard drive. System does not The - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 167
Problems Possible Cause Solution The appropriate software is not running on both computers. Install the appropriate software same Your Compaq computer communications protocol. uses the IrDA Check the manufacturer's communications protocol. instructions for connecting 16-10 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 168
Solving Infrared Problems Continued Problem Cannot transmit data. Infrared port doesn't is interference from other wireless devices. Computer is in Standby (Windows 2000 Professional only) Solution Remove the interfering light source(s). Keep . Press the suspend button. Troubleshooting 16-11 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 169
and return your information to the screen, enter your power-on password. Press Fn+F4 to cycle from external monitor to internal LCD. Num Lock function and embedded numeric keypad. Solving Modem Problems Problem Modem loses connection. Possible Causes The cable connection from the Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 170
system BIOS. Check the computer BIOS setup. If it requires specific settings for modems, be sure that they have been enabled. Telephone number is not entered correctly in the modem's dialing software. Check with your local telephone company for a phone line filter. Continued Troubleshooting 16-13 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 171
Problems Continued Problem No dial tone. Possible Cause Phone service is not connected to the telephone wall jack. The modem is not responding to commands from the computer keyboard. Solution Verify that service and listen for a dial tone. 4. Type ATH0 to hang up. Continued 16-14 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 172
Solving Modem Problems Continued Problem Possible Cause Solution Modem does not connect at highest speed. Line conditions in your area or in the area you are calling may not support the highest connect speeds. Have your telephone line checked by your local telephone service provider. Try - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 173
to perform an initial setup procedure. Follow the PC Card manufacturer's instructions for formatting a hard drive card or installing PC Card-specific drivers for a network card. Network PC Card does not work. Necessary drivers are not Refer to the instructions installed (turned on). that - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 174
drive letter assignment. The PC Card is not formatted. For memory cards, run MCFORMAT in MS-DOS Mode to format the PC Card. For ATA cards, run ATAINIT, then run MCFORMAT in MS-DOS Mode to format the PC Card. The card is not supported. Contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 175
Solving Power Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Computer will not turn on. Battery is discharged and computer is not connected to a power source. s Charge the battery pack. s Replace the battery pack. s Connect the computer to an external power source. Battery is discharged and cables - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 176
Solving Screen Problems Problem Characters on computer display are was initiated. System initiated Suspend after a user-defined timeout expired. Computer initiated a low battery Suspend or Hibernation. Power Management, which controls external device is connected properly. Troubleshooting 16-19 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 177
two Use the external device tiers are supported by the only after Windows 95, USB port. These tiers can Windows 98, or include no more than two Windows 2000 hubs on the first tier and Professional unpowered hubs are immediately preceded by powered hubs in the USB chain. 16-20 Troubleshooting - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 178
day. To access the Compaq Support Forum-Go to the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com then select Compaq Support Forum. Preparing to Call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the Compaq Support Forum or the troubleshooting tips in Chapter 13 of this guide, you may need to - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 179
and diagnostic information, refer to "Using Compaq Diagnostics" in Chapter 14 of this guide. Worldwide Telephone Numbers To use the following table-Locate your country. If your country is not listed individually, refer to the "Support for the following countries" section at the end of the table - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 180
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B appendix REGULATORY NOTICES Throughout these regulatory notices, Compaq products are referred to by their regulatory agency series numbers. Regulatory Agency Series Numbers Regulatory agencies worldwide use agency series numbers for product identification. Each - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 189
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 190
about your product that are not related to this declaration, please write Compaq Computer Corporation P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston TX 77269-2000 or call Compaq Product Information Center Technical Support 1-800-345-1518 1-800-OKCOMPAQ (1-800-652-6672) Canadian Notice This Class - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 191
that is approved for use in your country. The power cord must be rated for battery is incorrectly replaced or improperly handled. Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, immerse in water, or dispose of it in fire. Replacement should be done by a Compaq authorized service provider using the Compaq - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 192
In North America, dispose of nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries by taking advantage of the Compaq battery recycling program. You will be provided with a postage-paid battery pack mailer preaddressed to a reclamation facility where the metals are recycled. For more information, call the - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 193
Safety All Compaq systems equipped with laser products comply with appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. With specific regard to procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This system is classified as - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 194
authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are THESE INSTRUCTIONS Telecom Network Approvals The telecommunications device in your computer is approved for connection to the telephone network in the countries whose - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 195
country selection is not made. If when selecting a country a message appears that states that the country is not supported, this means that the modem has not been approved for use in this country is called. In most areas (but not all), the network, the telephone company may discontinue your service - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 196
from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the Telephone Company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. For the Compaq Customer Support Center and - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 197
above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment may be particularly important in rural areas. CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such 5868 or contact: Compaq Canada, Inc. 45 Vogell Road Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P6 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 198
be used on the PSTN. This feature is only supported in consideration of PBX or other equipment which requires pulse dialling. Network compatibility is dependent on software switch settings which are set automatically by the country selection. The user should contact the equipment supplier in case of - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 199
continue to support pulse dialling. Use of pulse dialling, when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a false answer condition. Should such problems occur, the user should not contact the Telecom Faults Service. Some - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 200
before the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network. b. Caller identification (which occurs between the first and second ring cadences) is not destroyed set to make automatic calls to the Telecom '111' Emergency Service. Regulatory Notices B-13 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 201
back of the computer. I Avoid touching connector pins on the computer, a drive, or a drive adapter. When Installing Internal Components I Keep If you must leave the area during installation, remember to reground yourself before resuming installation. I Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 202
If installation instructions direct you connectors on the back of the computer or docking base. Avoid touching connector pins. I Touch an exterior unpainted metal surface of equipment that is connected to your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. C-2 Electrostatic Discharge - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 203
D appendix SPECIFICATIONS Computer Dimensions Dimension +HLJKW :LGWK 'HSWK U.S. LQ LQ LQ Metric FP FP FP Operating Environment Factor U.S. Temperature 2SHUDWLQJ 1RQRSHUDWLQJ WR) WR) Relative humidity (noncondensing) 2SHUDWLQJ - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 204
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for hard drive. See Armada MultiBay hard drive adapter for keyboard/mouse connector, 1-6 for power cord. See AC Adapter (optional); three-to-2 prong plug adapter; traveling with the computer addresses, obtaining, for Compaq service providers, A-2 administrator password. See setup (administrator - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 207
, in Computer Setup, 14-2, A-2 displaying version of, with hotkeys, 2-7 updating, 15-1 boot order, changing, 5-17 brightness. See screen brightness button(s). See also key; switch Armada Information Page, 2-9 Easy Access, 2-9 Email, 2-9 MyArmada, 2-9 on battery pack, 4-8 PC Card eject, 11-4 pointing - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 208
and socket services and enablers, for PC Card, 11-1 CardWare (Windows NT 4.0), 11-1 CD-ROM Compaq Portable Product Reference Library CD-ROM, 7-6 Compaq Support Software CD, 15-2 inserting, 5-10 removing, 5-11 CD-ROM drive. See also drives auto insert notification, 4-19 inserting CD-ROM into, 5-10 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 209
6-11 drivers. See device drivers drives. See also CD-ROM drive; diskette drive; DVD-ROM drive; hard drive; SuperDisk LS-120 drive activity indicators, 1-2, 5-2 caring for, 5-1, C-1 changing startup sequence of, 5-17 disabling/enabling, 6-14, 14-3 inserting or removing while installing software, 15 - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 210
, in MultiBoot, 5-17 locations supported, 5-2 primary, defined, 5-2 problems, 16-9 removing from Armada MultiBay hard drive adapter, 5-5 removing from hard drive bay, 5-3 removing from MultiBay, 5-7 securing contents of, 6-1, 6-11 shipped inside hard drive bay, 1-8 hard drive bay device inside, when - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 211
, 2-5 switch image, 2-5 humidity, operating environment specifications, D-1 HyperTerminal, 7-4, 7-6 I icon(s) infrared (Windows 95, Windows 98), 12-2 on Easy Access Buttons, 2-8 on Fn keys, 2-5 PC Card (Windows 95, Windows 98), 11-4 Set Up Compaq Management Agent, 13-1 SpeedStep, 4-22 unplug or - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 212
1-2 hard drive, 1-2, 5-2 MultiBay drive, 1-2, 5-2 num lock, 1-2, 2-13 on battery pack, 4-8 power/suspend, 1-5, 4-5 Quick Check, 4-8 scroll lock, 1-2 light, affecting computer, 15-6 local area network (LAN) accessing, at startup, with MultiBoot, 5-17 accessing, at startup, with Network Service Boot - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 213
inserting battery pack into, 3-6 inserting CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive into, 5-9 inserting diskette or SuperDisk LS120 drive into, 5-13 inserting hard drive assembly into, 5-6 location number, in calibration utility, 4-11 location number, in charge displays, 2-7, 4-9 location number, in Compaq Computer - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 214
removing hard drive assembly from, 5-7 using weight saver in, 5-2 MultiBay battery pack, defined, 3-1. See also battery pack(s) MultiBay drive light, 1-2, 5-2 MultiBoot, 5-17 MultiMonitor (Windows 98), 2-6 MyArmada button, 2-9 N navigation in Computer Setup, 14-2 using pointing device, 2-2 network - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 215
only memory) release latch battery bay, 3-3 MultiBay, 5-7 reset, system, 16-2 restoration of system software, 15-4 restoring software, 14-2 Result Codes, 7-6 Resume Timer setting, in Windows 95, 4-14 setting, in Windows NT 4.0, 4-18 RingCentral Fax software, 7-4 RJ-11 adapter. See country-specific - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 216
hard drive, 5-1 to insert or remove PC Card, 11-3 to remove the keyboard, 9-2 to replace memory expansion board, 9-2 to resolve low-battery or critical low-battery condition, 4-6 to stop a calibration, 4-12 when not in use, 4-2, 4-24, 15-6 while restoring software, 15-4 single-click mode (Windows - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 217
ROMPaq, 15-2 problems, 16-2 updating, 15-1 T technical support, 2-9, A-1 telephone jack. See RJ-11 telephone numbers, Compaq worldwide, A-2 television changing color television standard mode, 10-5 connecting audio, 10-2 connecting video, 10-4 temperature delaying charge of a battery pack, 4-7 fault - Compaq M700 | Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 218
, 15-6 updates, software, 15-1 USB (Universal Serial Bus) affecting hotkeys, 2-5 affecting Quick Controls, 6-6 configuring, devices, 14-1, 14-4 connecting external keyboard through, 2-5, 6-6 connector, 1-6 problems, 16-20 specifications, D-2 user password, 6-1, 6-11 utilities, Compaq battery pack
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