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Support....18 Fast Infrared 18 Communications 18 Reference Guides 18 Internet Explorer 18 Frequently Asked Questions ....19 References 21 Armada Family Software Overview - Third Edition Abstract: New models of the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers are the latest additions to the Compaq - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 2
Family Software Overview 2 Notice 13L3-0201C-WWEN © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Armada Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. SoftPaq is a trademark of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks and - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 3
are common across the entire line of these new models • Armada E500 SXGA models have updated video drivers and diagnostics in order to support the new display • Updated software: − Video: Windows NT and Windows 2000 for E500 SXGA models only − Diagnostics: Windows NT and Windows 2000 for - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 4
4 Microsoft Windows 95 The version of Windows 95 formerly preinstalled on select Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers is Microsoft Windows 95 OSR 2.1 (OEM Service Release 2.1). Internet Explorer 4.01a is installed in addition to the operating system. Windows 95 OSR 2.1 continues to include - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 5
1.01 A 1.00 B N/A Safety & Comfort Guide 5.01 A 5.01 A 5.01 A N/A Security 32 (Win32) 1.10 H 2.00 A 2.20 D N/A System Enhancement Disk (Win95) 3.00 F 3.00 E 4.00 A N/A Touchpad Driver Synaptics (Win 95/98) True File Flash System (Win95) USB Support WorldPort Application 5.45 A 1.00 - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 6
is Second Edition (SE). Windows 98 SE is fully supported on Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. For more information about Windows 98 SE support on Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers, refer to the white paper Operating System Support on Compaq Portables, 4th ed., July 1999. Table 2 provides - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 7
Pro Video Driver 6.10 B (Win95/98) 6.10 B 6.11 A 6.11 A Remote Management (Win95) 1.01 A 1.01 A 1.00 B 1.00 B Safety & Comfort Guide 5.01 Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Note: Compaq supports customers who install Windows NT 4.0 using Service Pack 4 or Service Pack 5. Compaq drivers - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 8
Software Component 3Com Etherlink 3C905C 10/100 PCI NIC Adobe Acrobat Reader Altiris Express Client Armada Integrated PCI V.90 Modem CD Armada Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers M700 with 700-MHz processor Preinstall 5.11 A E500 with 650-MHz processor and M300 with 500-MHz processor Preinstall 5.11 - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 9
2.30 R 2.30 R PowerCon Enhancements 1.00 A 1.00 A 1.00 A 1.00 A Rage LT Pro Video Driver 3.00 B (WinNT 4.0) 3.00 B 3.00 C 3.00 D Remote Management (WinNT 4.0) 1.01 A 1.01 A 1.00 B 1.00 B Safety & Comfort Guide 5.01 A 5.01 A 5.01 A 5.01 A Security 32 (Win32) 1.10 H 2.00 A 2.20 - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 10
2000 Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional is offered as a preinstalled operating system for Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own. Compaq drivers, utilities, and applications for Windows 2000 are discussed in detail in later - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 11
to reinstall. Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes the latest updates to drivers and utilities for Armada portable, desktop, and workstation computers. Key drivers and utilities in all supported languages for Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers are included on - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 12
of the computer to maximize battery life and set up hibernation functionality Power Management Enhancements Increases battery life by managing SMART drive data collection ATI Video Drivers Enables the integrated video hardware Remote Management Enables system administrator to update client ROM - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 13
the Compaq-specific features without resorting to an operating system-dependent Compaq utility, change the system settings, and quickly and easily set up the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers. Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 14
98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site The Armada M300 computer features the ATI Rage Pro video chipset. The E500 and M700 computers feature the ATI Mobility-P video chipset. Software drivers enable all functionality of the chipset - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 15
for Windows NT 4.0, providing playback support for popular video formats such as MPEG1. Audio Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site Audio drivers on the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers enable the ESS Maestro-2EM audio - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 16
Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers use Advanced Power Management (APM) version 1.2 to provide power conservation features under Windows 95. An equivalent feature set is supported under Windows NT 4.0. Users access these features through the Compaq Power Management Utility. This Windows Control - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 17
Windows 2000. The new models of the Armada E500, M700, and M300 computers are ACPI hardware-ready. MultiBay Swapping Support Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Compaq Support Software CD Compaq QuickRestore CD Compaq Web Site MultiBay Interchange Support is provided for Windows 98 and NT 4.0. This - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 18
modem. The Armada Reference Guide includes information about the computer, such as identifying connectors, inserting and removing hardware, major hardware subsystems, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Internet Explorer Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 & Windows 2000 Compaq QuickRestore CD All Windows 98 - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 19
be viewed on an Armada E500, M700, and M300 Computer? The Compaq DVD Solution is preinstalled on new Armada family products that are shipped with DVD-ROM drives. A software-based DVD decoder/player features an easy-to-use interface and allows users to view DVD video releases. This application is - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 20
of different versions of software to support Compaq Armada products. Can I use the same installation procedures for all models? Yes, the same installation procedures can be used for the supported Armada Family models. What happens if I move my image from an M700 to an E500? Due to minor differences - HP Armada m300 | Armada Family Software Overview - Page 21
and all of the Compaq software myself? The Installing Microsoft Windows on Compaq Armada EM & V Products white papers will describe the steps required to install the supported Microsoft operating systems. Will this image change significantly if new E500, M700, and M300 computers are introduced? The
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White Paper
February 2001
13L3-0201C-WWEN
Prepared by Software Product
Management
Compaq Computer Corporation
Contents
Overview
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Highlights
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Preinstalled Operating
Systems
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Microsoft Windows 95
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Windows 98
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Microsoft Windows NT 4.0
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Microsoft Windows 2000
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Software Delivery
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Compaq QuickRestore
CD Kit
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Compaq Support
Software CD
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Compaq World Wide Web
Site and Download Facility
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Software Enhancements
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Setup and Diagnostics
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Intelligent Manageability
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Video
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Multimedia
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Audio
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Security
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Power Management
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MultiBay Swapping Support
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Easy Access Button Support
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Fast Infrared
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Communications
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Reference Guides
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Internet Explorer
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Frequently Asked Questions
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References
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Armada Family Software
Overview – Third Edition
Abstract:
New models of the Armada E500, M700, and M300
computers are the latest additions to the Compaq Armada Series of
Personal Computers.
The purpose of this white paper is to present an overview of the
preinstalled software including operating system support, as well as a
brief description of major software components and features.
This document is intended for Compaq personnel and customers with
a need for information about the software provided on the Armada
preinstall images.