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Guide Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 274037-001 July 2002 This guide includes details on power and security settings, information about optical drives, and instructions for updating software. In addition, this guide explains how to use the MultiBoot, Intelligent Manageability, Compaq - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 2
Compaq, the Compaq logo, Evo, ROMPaq, and SoftPaq are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 3
Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown 1-3 When You Leave Your Work 1-3 When the Power Supply Is Uncertain 1-4 When Using Infrared or Drive Media 1-4 Using the Default Power Settings 1-5 Turning the Notebook On or Off 1-5 Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation 1-6 Initiating or Resuming from - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 4
Passwords 2-2 Using Compaq and Windows Passwords 2-3 Understanding Power-On Passwords 2-4 Setting Power-On Passwords 2-4 Entering Power-On Passwords 2-5 Understanding Compaq Administrator Passwords . . . . . 2-5 Setting Compaq Administrator Passwords 2-6 Entering Compaq Administrator Passwords - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 5
a Video CD 3-2 Accessing Windows Media Player Help 3-3 Playing DVDs with WinDVD 3-4 Installing WinDVD 3-4 Understanding DVDs 3-5 Using DVD Region Settings 3-5 Changing Region Settings 3-6 4 Intelligent Manageability Understanding Intelligent Manageability 4-1 Installing Compaq Management - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 6
for Windows 6-9 Installing Compaq Diagnostics 6-9 Using Configuration Record Scan 6-10 Using Diagnostics Scan 6-10 7 Software Updates and Restorations Preparing to Update Software 7-1 Obtaining the Compaq Support Software CD 7-2 Accessing Notebook Information 7-2 Downloading Software - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 7
tasks. Task Work in most software applications. Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the notebook. Install or modify system software. Write to a CD Power Source ■ Charged battery pack in the notebook ■ External power supplied through one of the following devices: ❖ AC Adapter ❖ Optional Port - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 8
RAM to a hibernation file on the hard drive, then shuts down the notebook. When you resume from Hibernation, your work returns to the screen where you left off. If a power the notebook reaches a critical low-battery condition, while power is on or in Standby. ✎ In the Power Options window, - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 9
screen, saves your work to the hard drive, and uses much less power than Standby. A fully charged battery pack can support Hibernation indefinitely, or as long as the hard drive remains in good condition. If the notebook will be disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks: Shutting down - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 10
Power When the Power Supply Is Uncertain Compaq recommends that Hibernation remain enabled, especially when the power supply is uncertain. Power may be interrupted if the notebook is running on external power from an unreliable source or on battery power from a failing battery pack. If the power is - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 11
> Shut Down, then select the OK button. ■ In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. Power/standby light turns off. Operating system shuts down. Notebook turns off. Turn off the display if the notebook is closed while power is on. No action required. Closing the - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 12
not initiate Hibernation. ■ If the notebook is running on batteries, the system will initiate Hibernation after 30 minutes of notebook inactivity. ✎ Power settings and timeouts can be changed in the Power Options window. Slide the power switch. Result Power/standby light turns off. Screen clears - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 13
key.) ■ If the notebook is attached to AC power, the system will not initiate Standby. ■ If the notebook is running on batteries, the system will initiate Standby after 10 minutes of notebook inactivity. ✎ Power settings and timeouts can be changed in the Power Options window. Press the Standby - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 14
In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer button > Turn Off. ■ If you are unable to shut down the notebook with ctrl+alt+delete, select Fn+power. ■ If you are unable to shut down the notebook with the power switch, disconnect the notebook from external power and remove the battery - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 15
The icon changes shape to indicate whether the notebook is running on battery power or external AC power. Double-click the icon to display the Power Options window. To show or hide the Power Meter icon on the taskbar: 1. Access the Power Options window. 2. Select the Advanced tab. 3. Select or clear - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 16
depending on whether the notebook is running on battery or AC Power. Or you can set a Power Scheme that initiates Standby or turns off the display or hard drive after a time interval (timeout) you specify. To set a Power Scheme, access the Power Options window > Power Schemes tab. Select options - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 17
. ✎ To set audible low-battery alerts and other low-battery preferences, access the Power Options window and select the Alarms tab. Identifying a Critical Low-Battery Condition If a low-battery condition is not resolved, the notebook enters a critical low-battery condition, and the following can - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 18
charge a battery pack. When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available Turn off the notebook or initiate Hibernation, insert a charged battery pack, then resume from Hibernation. For battery pack replacement instructions, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, "Battery Packs" chapter. When No Power Source - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 19
ctrl+alt+delete to abort the restoration. 2. Insert a charged battery pack or connect the notebook to external power. 3. Resume from Hibernation. Charging a Battery Pack To charge a battery pack in the notebook, connect the notebook to external power through: ■ An AC Adapter. ■ An optional Port - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 20
Power Displaying Charge Information on a Battery Pack Some battery packs have a quick check feature that allows you to monitor the battery charge when the battery pack is not inside the system. To display the percent of full charge remaining in a battery pack, press the button 1 on the battery pack. - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 21
Pack Location You can also monitor the charge in any battery pack by accessing the battery charge display on the notebook screen. Press Fn+F8 or double-click the Power Meter icon on the taskbar to view battery charge information. Battery pack locations are identified as shown in the following table - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 22
must be connected to an AC outlet throughout the calibration. Do not disconnect the notebook from the AC outlet until: ❏ The utility reports that calibration is complete, and ❏ The battery light turns off. ■ A battery pack can only be calibrated if the Computer Setup utility reports that it needs - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 23
Power Calibrating a Battery Pack To calibrate a battery pack: 1. Connect the notebook to an AC electrical outlet. 2. Insert the battery pack into the notebook battery bay, MultiBay, or external battery bay. ✎ You cannot calibrate a battery pack in a Port Replicator or Mobile Expansion Unit. 3. To - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 24
AC power and battery power, or when notebook use changes between active and idle. These changes in CPU speed function independently from the power management settings available through the operating system. For information about using Windows power management features, see "Setting Power Management - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 25
Power Setting SpeedStep Preferences SpeedStep settings can be accessed from the SpeedStep window or the SpeedStep icon. SpeedStep can be enabled or disabled in Computer Setup. ✎ If the SpeedStep window and icon are not accessible, they can be enabled in Computer Setup. To enable the window and icon - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 26
SpeedStep window from the desktop, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Management icon > Intel SpeedStep technology tab. Then set your preferences according to the following table. Preference Assign a performance mode that applies when the notebook is running on battery power. Assign - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 27
F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Advanced > Device Options. Under Intel SpeedStep Technology: ❏ Select Automatic to enable all SpeedStep settings in the SpeedStep window. ❏ Select Disable to set the notebook to run in Battery Optimized mode and disable - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 28
Power 3. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. 1-22 Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 29
of a hard drive Unauthorized use of a drive, a port, or a wireless device in the MultiPort Unauthorized access to the processor serial number and other system identification information Unauthorized removal of the notebook Use This Security Feature Power-on password Compaq administrator password - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 30
the notebook. To contact a Compaq authorized service provider, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook. ■ If you forget your DriveLock user password but know your DriveLock master password, you can remove DriveLock protection from the drive. For instructions, see - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 31
cannot be enabled in Windows. Also, you must use a Compaq password at a Compaq password prompt and a Windows password at a Windows password prompt. For example: ■ If a power-on password is set, the power-on password (not a Windows password) must be entered when the notebook starts up or resumes - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 32
Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu > Power-On Password, then press enter - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 33
keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. Entering Power-On Passwords At the power-on password prompt, type your password (using the same type of keys - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 34
arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. Entering Compaq Administrator Passwords At the Computer Setup prompt, type your password (using the same - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 35
day user. ■ A user password and a master password can be the same word. ✎ When you start the notebook from a hard drive protected with DriveLock, and your power-on and DriveLock passwords are identical, you will be prompted to enter a DriveLock password, not a power-on password. Software Guide 2-7 - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 36
you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by sliding the power switch. If your work returns to the screen, shut down the notebook. 2. Insert the hard drive into the notebook (not an optional Port - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 37
File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. Entering Drive Lock Passwords 1. Be sure that the drive is inserted into the notebook (not an optional Port Replicator or Mobile - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 38
Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by sliding the power switch. If your work returns to the screen, shut down the notebook. 2. Be sure that the protected hard drive is inserted into the notebook (not an - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 39
Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by sliding the power switch. If your work returns to the screen, shut down the notebook. 2. Be sure that the protected hard drive is inserted into the notebook (not an - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 40
CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" chapter. 1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1 - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 41
to software. ■ Specify how the notebook is to recognize multiple, identical Port Replicators or Mobile Expansion Units. ✎ To deny access to this system information by another user, create a Compaq administrator password. For instructions, see "Setting Compaq Administrator Passwords" earlier in this - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 42
notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions specify how the notebook recognizes multiple, set the notebook to recognize the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 43
Security Connecting an Optional Cable Lock Loop the cable around a secure object, then insert the cable lock 1 into the security cable slot on the notebook 2 and lock it with the cable lock key 3. Connecting an optional cable lock Software Guide 2-15 - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 44
CDs and DVDs using optical drive software. Before using any optical drive software, Compaq recommends that you read the power switch. Audio and video may resume or you may need to restart the drive medium. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible video and audio degradation and loss of audio or video - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 45
, select Start > All Programs > Windows Media Player. 3. Select the Play button to play the CD and the Stop button to stop the CD. Playing a Video CD To play a video CD: 1. If an optical drive is not in the system, insert an optical drive into the MultiBay of the notebook or the MultiBay of an - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 46
Browse or Look In field, double-click the drive containing the CD. 5. Select the folder containing the video file you want to play and select Open. 6. To stop playing the CD, select the Stop button. Accessing Windows Media Player Help The Windows Media Player application is a program included with - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 47
but not preinstalled, on the notebook. Installing WinDVD Compaq recommends that you install WinDVD from the Setup Compaq Software icon before inserting a you do not want to install.) ■ In Windows XP Professional, select Start > All Programs > Setup Compaq Software icon > Next. Select the check box - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 48
instructions in the WinDVD Player Help file, the following tips may be helpful: ■ If your system includes an optional Port Replicator or Mobile Expansion Unit, dock or undock the notebook on your DVD drive. If the region code on a DVD does not match the region setting on your drive, a Playback Of - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 49
drive. ■ The number of allowable region changes remaining on the drive is displayed in the Remaining Times Until Permanent field in the WinDVD window To change the region setting on a drive medium: 1. Insert the DVD into the optical drive. 2. If the WinDVD window does not open after a short pause, - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 50
Management, which provides the latest drivers, utilities, and other software. Web Agent, for example, enables you and your Network Administrator to view notebook configuration information using Web technology. For information about using Compaq Diagnostics, see the "Setup and Diagnostics - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 51
, included with the notebook. Instructions for installing an application are included with the CD. Instructions are provided in several, but not all, languages. Setting Up Compaq Management Agent When the notebook is restarted after installing Compaq Management Agent: ■ Compaq Management Agent links - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 52
Management Alerts Identifying Fault Management Alerts The notebook is preset to monitor several hardware components. If problems are found, the following types of alerts may display: ■ The hard drive alert warns up to 72 hours in advance of impending hard drive problems and can be set to initiate - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 53
drive A device, it will search for bootable C drive devices. Drive A devices include CD-ROM, diskette, and SuperDisk. Drive C devices include CD-ROM and hard drive. The hard drive can only boot as drive C. The network interface card (NIC) does not have a drive letter assigned to it. Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 54
2. Optical drive in the notebook or Mobile Expansion Unit (MEU) MultiBay that contains a disc that boots as drive A. 3. Diskette drive in a Port Replicator MultiBay or connected by USB. 4. Diskette drive in a notebook or MEU MultiBay. 5. SuperDisk drive in a notebook MultiBay. 5-2 Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 55
Users Only) Sequence for devices that boot as drive C: 1. Optical drive in a Port Replicator MultiBay or connected by USB that contains a disc that boots as drive C. 2. Optical drive in the notebook or MEU MultiBay that contains a disc that boots as drive C. 3. Hard drive in the notebook hard drive - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 56
the MultiBay diskette. But if the system fails to boot to the USB diskette (either because it does not contain a diskette or because the diskette is not bootable) it does not try the MultiBay diskette drive. Instead, it tries the first hard drive device present in the system. 5-4 Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 57
MultiBoot (Advanced Users Only) ■ Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations. For example, if you start up from a hard drive in the notebook MultiBay, that hard drive becomes drive C, and a hard drive in the hard drive bay becomes drive D. ■ Starting up from a NIC does - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 58
the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Advanced > Boot Options, then press enter. 3. In the Express Boot Popup Delay (Sec) field, select the amount of time in seconds that you want the notebook to display the startup location menu before it - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 59
MultiBoot (Advanced Users Only) Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences When the Express Boot Menu is displayed during startup: ■ To specify a startup location from the Express Boot menu, select your preference within the timeout, then press enter. ■ To prevent the notebook from defaulting to the - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 60
your Windows operating system. Use this utility to: ❏ Compare the notebook configuration at the time Compaq Diagnostics was installed to interim or current configurations. ❏ Display and print system information. ❏ Test system components. ❏ Troubleshoot a device configuration problem. Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 61
. Because Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility, it does not support the pointing devices on your notebook. When using Computer Setup, make selections and navigate with the keys on your notebook keyboard instead of a pointing device. ✎ An external keyboard connected by USB can be used in Computer - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 62
Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. ❏ To exit instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook Setup, turn on or restart the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = , then follow the instructions on the screen. - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 63
Save changes and exit To Do This ■ View identification information about the notebook, a Port Replicator or Mobile Expansion Unit, and any battery packs in the system. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory and cache size, and system ROM. Save system configuration settings to - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 64
Do This Administrator password Enter, change, or delete a Compaq administrator password. Power-on password Enter, change, or delete a power-on password. DriveLock passwords Enable/disable DriveLock; change a DriveLock User or Master password. ✎ Drive Lock Settings are accessible only when you - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 65
that a battery pack in a Port Replicator or Mobile Expansion Unit needs calibration, remove the battery pack and insert it into a notebook battery bay or MultiBay before running the calibration utility. Run a quick or comprehensive self test on any hard drive in the system. 6-6 Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 66
Boot Options Device Options To Do This Change the Computer Setup language. Enable/disable: ■ QuickBoot, which starts the notebook more quickly by eliminating some startup tests. (If you suspect a memory failure and want to test memory startup. (To set the notebook to support only a single, usually - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 67
Enable/disable USB legacy support for a USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs. When USB legacy support is enabled: ❖ A USB keyboard, mouse, and hubs work even when a Windows operating system is not loaded. ❖ The notebook can start from a bootable hard drive, diskette drive diskette, SuperDisk drive disk, or - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 68
components are scanned, the results may be inconclusive. Installing Compaq Diagnostics The notebook ships with the Compaq Diagnostics utility preloaded, but not preinstalled. To install Compaq Diagnostics: ■ In Windows 2000 Professional, the Setup Compaq Software icon is on the desktop. Select Setup - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 69
then follow the instructions on the screen. The Help button icon is a question mark. 3. To exit the Compaq Configuration Record scan, select File > Exit. Using Diagnostics Scan When you run the Compaq Diagnostics scan, all system components are scanned before the Compaq Diagnostics window opens. You - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 70
information: ❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Compaq Diagnostics. ❏ In Windows XP Professional, select Start > All Programs > Compaq Diagnostics. 2. Select selected category. ❏ Custom Test performs maximum testing on a selected device. Software Guide 6-11 - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 71
found on each test, and the total run time of each test. ❏ The Error tab lists all errors found on the notebook with their error codes. 8. To save a test report: ❏ Select the Log tab Save button to save a Log tab the report is on the Error tab, select the Error tab Print button. 6-12 Software Guide - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 72
Compaq Support Software CD. 3. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 73
and Restorations Obtaining the Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD provides the latest Compaq software and instructions for installing and using it. The CD includes device drivers, ROM updates, and utilities. To purchase the current Compaq Support Software CD or a subscription - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 74
instructions on the screen. After Computer Setup closes, the notebook restarts in Windows. Downloading Software from the Internet Most software at the Compaq Most download packages contain a file named Readme.txt. A Readme.txt file contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 75
on your notebook. b. Select the software you want and follow the downloading instructions on the Web page. 4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, select My Computer > the hard drive designation (usually, drive C) > Compaq. 6. In the Compaq folder, select - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 76
, select the software you want and follow the downloading instructions on the Web page. 4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. 5. In Windows Explorer, select My Computer > the hard drive designation (usually, drive C) > Compaq. 6. In the Compaq folder, select the name or number of - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 77
battery power, docked in an optional Port Replicator or Mobile Expansion Unit, or connected to an optional power source. During a restoration or installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. ■ Do not shut down the notebook. ■ Do not remove or insert a drive. 7-6 Software - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 78
an Operating System A Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a QuickRestore CD is enhanced by Compaq. The Compaq enhancements add power and security features and provide supplementary support for external devices such as drives and PC Cards. Ä CAUTION: Replacing an operating system - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 79
to use 1-1 See also Hibernation; power; Standby C cable lock (optional) 2-15 calibration, battery 1-1 CD accessing Windows Media Player help files 3-3 Compaq Support Software CD 7-2 disabling drive for 2-12 playing audio 3-2 QuickRestore kit 7-6 software, Windows Media Player 3-2 Central Processing - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 80
preferences in 1-21 Tools menu 6-6 USB legacy support 6-2 when to use 6-1 configuration information, displaying 6-11 conserving power. See power conservation CPQFlash file 7-3 CPU (Central Processing Unit) displaying information about, in Compaq Configuration Record 6-10 Intelligent Manageability - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 81
of Content From this Region..." 3-5 Compaq Diagnostics error tab 6-12 F family, identifying notebook 7-2 Fault Management alerts 4-3 H hard drive, protecting with DriveLock 2-8 Hibernation aborting 1-13 avoiding while using drive media 3-1 critical low-battery condition 1-11 default settings - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 82
drive designations. See drive designations low battery conditions identifying 1-11 resolving with external power 1-12 resuming from Hibernation 1-13 low-battery conditions resolving 1-12 restoring from 1-13 M Mobile Expansion Unit (optional) as power source 1-1 docking Service Boot 5-4 notebook - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 83
Compaq and Windows passwords 1-10 See also Compaq administrator password; DriveLock; power-on password PCFriendly 3-4 Port Replicator (optional) as power source 1-1 docking ) 1-8 resetting the notebook 2-2 ROM. See system ROM (Read Only Memory) ROMPaq defined 7-3 downloading and installing 7-4 RPL - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 84
Windows 2000 Professional) 1-18 Standby avoiding while using drive media 3-1 critical low-battery condition 1-11 described 1-2 setting preferences 1-9 when to use 1-2 system lock-up 1-8 reinstalling software 7-6 system ROM (Read Only Memory) defined 7-1 determining current version of 7-2 downloading - HP Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series and Evo Notebook N610c Series So - Page 85
accessing Help file 3-3 playing a video CD 3-2 playing an audio CD 3-2 using hotkey commands with 3-2 Windows passwords 2-3 WinDVD error message 3-5 function 3-4 installing 3-4 playing DVD with 3-5 procedures 3-5 region settings 3-5 Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet 2-2 Software Guide Index-7
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Software Guide
Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 274037-001
July 2002
This guide includes details on power and security settings,
information about optical drives, and instructions for updating
software. In addition, this guide explains how to use the
MultiBoot, Intelligent Manageability, Compaq Diagnostics, and
Computer Setup utilities to set preferences and resolve problems.