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REFERENCE GUIDE

COMPAQ NOTEBOOK SERIES

First Edition March 2000

Part Number 174886-001

Compaq Computer Corporation


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Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter introduces the features and components of the notebook and tellsyou how to get the notebook up and running.

Features

Your notebook incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compactnotebook-sized package.

Among the distinguished features are:

Support forAMD K6-2, K6-2+, or K6-3 series microprocessorProvides an advanced central processor for excellent ability of codeexecution.

Built-in audio systemSupports audio capabilities with 3D audio and acoustic effects.

PCMCIA slot withCardBus supportSingle slot supports one Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Card. This slotaccepts CardBus Cards that provide high-speed data transmission andnetworking.

Fast Infrared (IR) port supportWith the IR port, wireless communications are possible between yournotebook and an IR device.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) port supportThe USB standard gives you the benefits of having one single interface formultiple interfaces when low-to-medium speed peripherals are concerned.

Power ManagementYou can automatically and manually conserve power by setting up thePower Management capabilities of your notebook.

Internal Modem (available on select models )Supports fax and data communications functions that allow your notebook tobe connected to a network environment through normal telephone cables.

System BIOS (Basic Input/Output) that supports the years beyond 2000


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Other basic components of the notebook system are:

3.5-inch, 1.44MB (Megabytes) diskette drive

ATA3 IDE hard drive, Ultra DMA/33 supported

24X CD-ROM drive

32MB or 64MB of system memory, expanding up to 160MB or 192MBSDRAM with a 128-MB memory module upgrade (model dependent)

Internal 256KB L2 (only on models with a K6-3 processor) or internal 128KBL2 (only on models with a K6-2+ processor) cache memory

External 512KB cache memory only on models with a K6-3 processor

Color TFT or HPA display with SVGA resolution (model dependent)

Notebook keyboard

TouchPad pointing device

Built-in microphone and stereo speaker set

Input/output connectors for external expansion

AC adapter

Standard NiMH or optional Li-ion rechargeable battery pack


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Taking a Look at the Notebook

Right-Side View

Figure 1-1. Right-Side View

1. Hard DriveInside is the hard drive of your notebook, often referred as drive C. (SeeHard Drive in Chapter 2 for more information.)

2. Infrared PortThis infrared port complies with IrDA 1.0 and ASK standards. It allows youto connect your notebook to an IR device wirelessly. (See Connecting anInfrared Device in Chapter 4 for important notes.)

3. CD-ROM DriveThis is the CD-ROM drive of your notebook, often configured as drive D.(See CD-ROM Drive in Chapter 2 for more information.)

4. Volume Control)!!!!!*This controls the volume of the sound coming from the notebook.


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Left-Side View

Figure 1-2. Left-Side View

1. Cable Lock Anchor ( )This rectangular hole can be used as an anchor point for a security cable.Use a cable to lock your notebook to an appropriate location for security.

2. Power Button )!!!!!*Pressing this button turns the notebook power ON or OFF.

3. RJ-11 Connector ( ) (available on select models)With the RJ-11 connector, the standard telephone line can be connected toyour notebook.

WARNING:1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is

specifically designed for wet locations.3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the

telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.5. Avoid using the telephone function during an electrical storm. There

may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.6. Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity

of the leak.

4. PC Card SlotOpen the display to access the PC Card slot. (See Installing a PC Card inChapter 4 for more information.)

5. Battery PackInside is the battery pack, which supplies power to your notebook whenexternal power is not connected. (See Chapter 3 for more information.)


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Rear View

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Figure 1-3. Rear View

1. Microphone Connector ( )

Connects to an external microphone for use in place of the notebooks built-in microphone.

2. Audio Output Connector ( )Connects to a set of headphones, external speakers with amplifier or anaudio recording device.

3. USB Port ( )The 4-pin Universal Serial Bus port is for connecting an USB device. (SeeConnecting an USB Device in Chapter 4 for more information.)

4. Parallel Port ( )This 25-pin port is for connecting a parallel device such as a parallel printeror pocket LAN. (See Connecting a Serial or Parallel Device in Chapter 4for more information.)

5. Serial Port ( )This 9-pin port is for connecting a serial device such as a serial mouse,modem, or printer. (See Connecting a Serial or Parallel Device in Chapter4 for more information.)

6. VGA Port ( )This 15-pin analog port is for connecting an external monitor.

7. PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port ( )This 6-pin mini-DIN port is for connecting a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.

8. Power Connector ( )This is for connecting the AC adapter.


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Front View

Figure 1-4. Front View

1. Display LatchThe display latch keeps the notebook firmly closed.

2. Diskette DriveThis is the 3.5-inch diskette drive of your notebook, often referred as driveA. (See Diskette Drive in Chapter 2 for more information.)

Top-Open View

To open the notebook, press the display latch toward the right, then lift thedisplay.

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Figure 1-5. Opening the Notebook


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Figure 1-6. Top-Open View

1. DisplayThis is the display of your notebook.

CAUTION: Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when itis closed as this can damage the display.


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2. Indicators PanelThese are the indicators that show the status of your notebook.

AC Power Indicator

Turns on when the notebook is using AC power.

Blinks when the notebook, using AC power, is in Suspend-to-RAM

mode. (See Introducing Power Management in Chapter 2 forinformation on Suspend-to-RAM mode.)

Battery Power Indicator

Turns on when the notebook is operating on battery power.

Blinks when the notebook, using battery power, is in Suspend-to-RAM mode. (See Introducing Power Management in Chapter 2 forinformation on Suspend-to-RAM mode.)

Battery Charge Indicator

Lights green when the battery is fully charged with the AC adapterconnected.

Lights orange when the battery is being charged.

Blinks red when the battery is low.

CD-ROM Drive In-use Indicator turns on when the notebook isaccessing the CD-ROM drive.

Hard Drive In-use Indicator turns on when the notebook is accessingthe hard drive.

Diskette Drive In-use Indicator turns on when the notebook isaccessing the diskette drive.

N Num Lock Indicator turns on when the Num Lock function is activated.

A Caps Lock Indicator turns on when the Caps Lock function isactivated.

Scroll Lock Indicator turns on when the Scroll Lock function isactivated.

3. MicrophoneThis is the built-in microphone of your notebook.

4. KeyboardThis keyboard provides all the functions of a full-size 101/102-key keyboard.

(See Keyboard in Chapter 2 for information.)

5. TouchPadThis is the pointing device of your notebook. (See TouchPad in Chapter 2for information.)

6. Stereo Speaker SetThis is the built-in speaker set of your notebook.


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Getting the Notebook Running

Connecting to AC Power

1. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the power connector on the rearof the notebook.

2. Plug the AC cord into the AC adapter and into the an electrical outlet.

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Figure 1-7. Connecting the AC Adapter

When the AC adapter is connected, the indicator on the AC adapter lightsup, indicating that power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to theAC adapter and onto your notebook. When the Battery Charge Indicator (

) on the notebook glows orange, the AC adapter is charging the battery.

3. To fully charge the battery, leave the notebook power off, and wait until theBattery Charge Indicator glows green.

CAUTION: Whenever you disconnect the AC adapter, always unplug itfrom the electrical outlet first before you unplug it from the notebook. Areverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or notebook.

When the AC adapter is not connected, you can operate the notebook usingbattery power only.


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Booting with Windows 98

The notebook comes to you with the hard drive pre-formatted. However, youmay have to install the operating system. For details on how to install anoperating system, please consult the Microsoft operating system manual that

comes with your notebook. Use the following steps to configure your systemwhen booting up with Windows 98 for the first time.

1. When the system boots up for the first time, you will be prompted to enteryour name and password. If you dont need a password, press OK.

2. When prompted, choose your time zone. Select the appropriate time zoneas well as the time and date.

3. Windows 98 will restart the system.

4. After the system boots up again, a Windows 98 Welcome screen appears.You can browse the topic that interests you. If you dont want the screen to

show up again, uncheck the Show this screen each time Windows 98starts item.

Your notebook comes with a CD-ROM that contains software drivers you needto install, thus enabling the special features of your notebook. (See Chapter 6for information on the drivers.)


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Turning Off the Notebook

CAUTION: Never turn off the notebook when the hard drive In-useIndicator is on. You may lose your data by doing so.

1. If you are using a program, save your data and exit the program.

2. First make sure all hard drive in-use indicators are off, then remove anydiskette or CD-ROM from the drive.

3. If you are using an operating system such as Microsoft Windows 98 that hasthe Shut Down command, simply select the command and the notebookwill turn off automatically.

Otherwise, turn off the notebook by pressing the Power Button.

4. Turn off the power to any connected external devices.

5. To close the notebook, tilt down the display until the display latch clicks intoplace.

CAUTION: If you have to turn on the notebook again immediately afterturning it off, wait for at least five seconds. Turning the notebook off andon rapidly may damage the system circuit.

6. To disconnect the AC adapter, unplug it from the electrical outlet first; thenunplug it from the notebook.


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Using the Notebook 2-1

Chapter 2

Using the Notebook

This chapter provides operating basics on the notebooks components such asthe diskette drive, hard drive, CD-ROM drive, keyboard, and TouchPad. It alsointroduces power management and gives you tips in care and maintenance.

Diskette Drive

Your notebook comes with a diskette drive designated as drive A. A diskettedrive allows you to load new programs into your notebook, or to store data on aremovable diskette so you can transfer data from one notebook to another.

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Figure 2-1. 3.5-inch Diskette

The diskette drive is compatible with either double-density (2DD) 720KB

diskettes or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB diskettes. Notice that both types ofdiskettes have an arrow imprinted on the front upper left corner, and a slidable

write-protect tab on the bottom left corner, as illustrated above. When slid

downward, the write-protect tab prevents data from being written to, or erasedfrom, the diskette.


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2-2 Using the Notebook

Inserting and Ejecting Diskettes

To insert a diskette, hold it with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slidethe disk into the drive until it clicks into place.

Figure 2-2. Inserting a Diskette

To eject a diskette, make sure that the diskette drive in-use indicator is off, thenpress the eject button on the drive. When the diskette pops out of the drive,remove the diskette and store it properly.

Formatting Diskettes

A diskette must be formatted before it can store any data. For information onhow to format a diskette, please consult your operating system manual.

CAUTION:

1. Never turn off or reset the notebook while the diskette drive in-useindicator is on.

2. Always store your diskettes in a safe, clean container, protectingthem from the dust and magnetic fields.


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Hard Drive

Your notebook comes with a hard drive designated as drive C. A hard drive,also called a fixed disk, is a storage device with non-removable, rotating,magnetic storage platters. Compared with a diskette, a hard drive can retrieve

and record data much faster and has a much larger storage capacity..

CAUTION:1. To avoid unexpected data loss caused by viruses or accidents,

regularly backup your files from the hard drive to diskettes.2. Never turn off or reset the notebook while the hard drive in-use

indicator is on. In addition to possible data loss, the system and thehard drives sensitive circuitry may be damaged.

CD-ROM Drive

Your notebook comes with a CD-ROM drive, which uses removable 5.25-inchcompact disks that look like standard music CD-ROMs. The compact disk is anideal medium for data storage or multimedia program because of its hugeamount of data capacity.

Inserting/Removing a CD-ROM

CAUTION:1. When inserting a CD-ROM, gently insert it into the CD-ROM drive.2. Make sure the CD-ROM is correctly inserted into the tray, then close

the tray.3. Do not leave the CD-ROM tray open. Moreover, avoid touching the

lens in the tray with your hand. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-ROMmay malfunction.

4. Do not wipe the lens with rough surfaced materials (such as papertowel). Instead, use a cotton swab to wipe the lens gently.

FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser-based devices:Caution, Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proceduresother than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiationexposure.


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Use the following procedure to insert or remove a CD-ROM.

1. Turn on the notebook.

2. Push the eject button and the CD-ROM tray will slide out. If the tray onlyslides out partially, gently pull it until fully extended.

3. To insert a CD-ROM, place the CD-ROM in the tray with its label facing up.

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Figure 2-3. Inserting a CD-ROM

To remove a CD-ROM, hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from thetray.

4. Slide the tray back into the drive bay.

Manually Releasing a CD-ROMIn the unlikely event that you are unable to release the CD-ROM tray bypressing the eject button, you can manually release the tray as follows:

1. Turn off the system.

2. Insert a small rod into the manual eject hole (see Figure 2-3) and pushfirmly to release the tray.

3. Pull the tray out until the tray is fully extended, then remove the CD-ROM.

Keyboard

Your notebook keyboard has all the functions of a standard AT-enhancedkeyboard plus some keys specific to your notebook.


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Fn Key

The [Fn] key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with other keys toperform alternative functions.

Special Keys

Several keys are added such as the [Ctrl], [Alt], [Esc], and lock keys for specialpurposes. When the lock keys are pressed, their corresponding indicators willlight.

[Num Lock]Pressing this key toggles the Num Lock on and off. When on, the Num Lockactivates the numeric keys.

[Scroll Lock]Pressing this key toggles Scroll Lock on and off. The Scroll Lock is definedby individual programs.

[Caps Lock]Pressing this key toggles the Caps Lock on and off. When on, the CapsLock keeps the letter keys in uppercase.

Function Keys

On the top row of the keyboard are the function keys: [F1] to [F12]. Functionkeys are multi-purpose keys which perform functions defined by individualprograms.

Hot key functions are assigned to [Fn]+[F5] through [Fn]+[F12] by yournotebook. (See Hot Keys later in this chapter for information.)


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Cursor-Control Keys

At the lower right corner of the keyboard are four cursor-control keys: \^,!\^,

\^,!and!\^.These keys, also called arrow keys, control cursor movement.

On the right side of the keyboard are [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], and [End] keys,

which control the screen or cursor movement.Left to the arrow keys are the [Ins] and [Del] keys used for editing purposes.

Home

PgUp

PgDn

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Figure 2-4. Cursor-Control Keys


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Numeric Keypad

A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown below:

Figure 2-5. Numeric Keypad

Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lockis on, the numeric keys are activated, meaning you can use these keys to enternumerals.

NOTE:1. When the numeric keypad is activated and you want to type the

English letter, you can either turn Num Lock off or hold down [Fn]and press the key without turning Num Lock off.

2. If the Keyboard Numlock item in the Setup Configuration Utility(SCU) program is set to Disabled, you can not directly use thenumeric keypad on the notebook keyboard even if Num Lock is on.To use the numeric keys in this case, you can hold down [Fn] keyfirst.

3. Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on thenotebook. If so, use the numeric keypad on an external keyboardinstead.

Windows 95 Keys

On the Windows 95 keyboard, you can find one Windows Logo key ( ) and oneApplication Logo key ( ). The two keys are used with other keys to performsoftware-specific functions. (See your Microsoft operating system manual.)


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Hotkeys

Hotkeys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed at any time toactivate special functions. Most hotkeys operate in a cyclic way. Each time ahot key is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other or nextchoice.

The functions of hot keys are described below.

toggles between video display output to the notebook displayscreen, external monitor, and simultaneous (display on both).

F6 decrease display brightness.

F7 increase display brightness.

decrease display contrast (for non-TFT panel only).

increase display contrast (for non-TFT panel only).

F10 toggles between Battery Low Warning beep on and off.

F11 toggles the display panel on and off.

F12 activates the Suspend-to-RAM or Suspend-to-Disk modeaccording to the setting of SCU.


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TouchPad -

Your notebook integrates a TouchPad pointing device, compatible with theMicrosoft Mouse and PS/2-type mouse, which allows you to take advantage ofsoftware that requires or recognizes a pointing device.

Figure 2-6. The TouchPad

Using the TouchPad

Placing and Moving the Finger

To use the TouchPad, place your thumb or forefinger on the TouchPad. Therectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display. As you slide yourfingertip across the pad, the pointer, or cursor, on the screen moves in the same

direction across the screen as your fingertip moves across the pad.

Point and Click

When you have placed the cursor over the icon, menu item or command thatyou want to execute, you can press the left button once or twice to execute thecommand. This procedure is called Point and click or point and double-click.On the TouchPad, you can execute pointing and clicking even more rapidly.Instead of clicking by pressing the left button, gently tap anywhere on therectangular pad of the TouchPad. To double-click, rapidly tap twice. Unlike atraditionally pointing device, the whole pad acts as if it were a left button and

each tap on the pad is equivalent to pressing the left button.

NOTE: If you swap the left and right buttons, tapping on theTouchPadas an alternative method of pressing the left button will nolonger be valid.


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Drag and Drop

You can execute commands or move files by using drag and drop. In drag anddrop, you activate a file by pointing to it and clicking. However, when you clickthe button, you do not release the button but instead hold it down. You can thendrag the active file around the screen by moving your finger around the pad.When you have placed the file where you want it, for example in a new directory,

release the left button. The file will drop into the new location. You can also dodrag and drop operations using the TouchPad as a large left button. Positionthe cursor over the item that you want to drag. Gently tap twice on the pad. Onthe second tap, keep your finger in contact with the pad. You can then drag theselected object around the screen by moving your fingertip across the pad.When you lift your fingertip from the pad, the selected object will drop into place.

Changing the Configuration

You may want to customize the mouse. For example, if you are a left-handeduser, you can swap the buttons over so that you can use the right button to

generate events that are normally generated by the left button. You can alsochange the size of the on-screen pointer, the speed of the pointer and so on.

To swap buttons or change the size of the pointer in Windows, double-click theMouse icon in the Windows Control Panel. The Mouse Properties windowallows you to change various configurations. Instead of Windows, you can alsouse the TouchPad software supplied with your notebook to change theconfiguration.

Introducing Power Management

The Power Management feature of your notebook helps conserve power. Thefollowings briefly describe the features. To establish Power Management, runthe Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) program. (See Power Menu in Chapter 5for instructions.)

Automatic Power Management

Local Power Management

Local Power Management controls notebook subsystems. When a subsystemis inactive for a period of time, called time-out, it is automatically shut down or

slowed down to reduce power consumption. The subsystem will be active againwhen next accessed.

The subsystems under power management are:

Hard Drive

Display Panel

The above components will power down after the pre-set timing.


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Global Power Management

Global Power Management automatically puts the notebook into suspend modewhen the notebook is inactive for a period of time, called time-out. Thenotebook will wake up whenever an activity is detected (e.g. pressing a key).

The time-out settings for suspend mode can be set up in the Setup

Configuration Utility (SCU) program. The notebook suspends to RAM(memory) or disk (hard drive) depending on the Suspend Controls setting inthe SCU program.

Manual Power Management

You can manually initiate Suspend mode at any time in one of these ways:

By pressing the hotkey [Fn]+[F12].

By closing the notebook.

Note that this works only if the Lid Switch Function item is set toSuspend/Resumein the SCU program.

For information on Suspend-to-Disk mode, see the following section.

Suspend-to-Disk

CAUTION:1. The suspend-to-disk partition may not exist on your hard drive.

Check with your dealer to know if it exists. If there is no suspend-to-disk partition, you can not use the Suspend-to-Disk feature.

2. The 0VMAKFIL utility allows you to create the suspend-to-diskpartition. (See 0VMAKFIL Utility in Chapter 6 for information.)

When the notebook suspends to disk, the system preserves all the runningapplication programs as a file in a suspend-to-disk partition on the hard disk.The notebook then automatically turns off. The next time you turn on thenotebook, it reads the file from the suspend-to-disk partition back into memory,so that your notebook is returned to exactly the same state it was in when yoususpended it.

Suspend-to-Disk is a very useful feature. People frequently open manyapplications when they use notebooks. It takes some time to get all theseapplications open and running, and normally they all have to be closed beforethe system can be turned off. If you use the Suspend-to-Disk feature, you donthave to close the applications as the state of your notebook is saved to disk.When you turn on your notebook next time, your notebook with all theapplications open will be recreated in just a few seconds.


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Taking Care of Your Notebook

Maintenance

Avoid placing the notebook in a location subject to high humidity, extreme

temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust. Do not place heavy objects on top of the notebook when it is closed as this

may damage the LCD.

To assure smooth operation of the TouchPad, occasionally clean the pad byusing adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on its surface.

Occasionally clean the notebook with a soft cloth moistened with water. Donot use soap or liquid cleaners on the display.

When the external connectors are not in use, keep their covers closed toprevent possible damage caused by dirt or static electricity.

Take care of the battery pack by following the instructions described inImportant Notes on Using Battery Pack in Chapter 3.

Traveling

Before traveling with your notebook, it is recommended that you backupyour hard disk data into diskettes. As a precautionary measure, bring alongan extra copy of your hard disk data.

Make sure the battery pack is fully charged.

Make sure the notebook is turned off and the top cover is firmly closed.

Disconnect the AC adapter from the notebook, and take it with you. Use theAC adapter as the power source and as a battery-recharger.

Allow extra time for airport security. Many airports inspect electronicdevices carefully.

Hand-carry the notebook. Do not check it in as luggage.

If you plan to travel abroad with your notebook, consult your dealer for theappropriate AC power cord fitting the electricity standard of your destination.


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Chapter 3

Battery Operations

This chapter provides information on using the battery to get optimalperformance when operating your notebook on battery power.

AC Adapter

CAUTION:1. The AC adapter is designed for use with your notebook only.

Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage theadapter.

2. The AC power cord supplied with your notebook is for use in thecountry where you purchased your notebook. If you plan to gooverseas with the notebook, consult your dealer for the appropriatepower cord.

The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC (Alternating Current) to DC(Direct Current) power because your notebook runs on DC power, but an

electrical outlet usually provides AC power. It operates in the range of 100240V AC.

The battery pack automatically recharges while your notebook is connected to

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Battery Pack

The battery pack supplies power to your notebook when external power is notavailable. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter.

Recharging the Battery Pack

To recharge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the notebook and anelectrical outlet. For NiMH batteries, it takes approximately 90 minutes to fullycharge a power-depleted battery pack when the notebook power is off. For Li-ion batteries, it takes approximately 90 minutes to charge the battery pack to80% capacity and one or two more hours to fully charge the battery pack.

During recharging, the Battery Charge Indicator ( ) on the notebook glowsorange. You are advised to keep the notebook power off while the battery is

being recharged. The battery is fully recharged when the green Battery ChargeIndicator turns on.

Replacing the Battery Pack

WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectlyreplaced. Replace the battery only with the notebook manufacturersoptional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealersinstructions.

If you often use the battery power for a long period of time while traveling, youmay consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer, andkeep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup.

To replace the battery pack, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the notebook is not turned on or connected to AC power.

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3. First push away the small locking latch (Figure 3-1 ) on the battery pack,then slide the locking latch (Figure 3-1 ) on the side of the notebook tounlock and lift (Figure 3-1 ) the battery pack out of the compartment.

Figure 3-1. Removing the Battery Pack

4. Install new battery pack into the compartment. Make sure the release latchis in the locked position.


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Important Notes on Using a Battery Pack

Recharging and Discharging

Recharging will not start if the batterys temperature is below 0C (32F) or

above 45C (113F) for NiMH batteries and 40C (104F) for Li-ionbatteries. Also, during recharging, the recharging will stop if the batterys

temperature gets above 60C (140F). To avoid problems caused bytemperatures, make sure the battery is not too hot before you begin torecharge or discharge the battery. Follow these general guidelines: When the battery is fully discharged, allow a 30-minute interval before

you connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery. When the battery is being recharged, keep the notebook power off and

wait until it is fully recharged. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the AC adapter and

allow a 30-minute interval before you begin to use the battery power.

During recharging, do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery hasbeen fully charged; otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery.

After the notebook has been fully recharged, do not immediately disconnectand reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again. Doing so may damage thebattery.

Do not leave the battery completely discharged for too long as this mayaffect the batterys performance.

Problem Solving If the difference between the actual operating time of a battery and the

expected operating time is too large, you can fully discharge and rechargethe battery several times to solve the problem.


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Operating and Handling

Never remove the battery pack while it is in use. If you need to replace thebattery pack, make sure you have turned off the notebook power.

Leave the battery pack in place unless you will replace it. If you remove the

battery pack, keep it away from conductors such as metals and water. Incase the batterys pins get into touch with conductors, the battery maybecome unusable as a result of short-circuit.

When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect it from the electrical outletfirst, then from the notebook.

To prevent data loss that may be caused by low battery, develop the habit offrequently saving your data to the hard drive or a diskette.

Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.

Maintaining

When you install a new battery, fully charge and discharge the battery atleast once and then fully charge the battery before you begin to use thebattery power for the first time.

Protect your notebook from extremes in temperature. (See EnvironmentalSpecifications in Appendix A for temperature range.)

Do not store fully-charged NiMH battery packs in a bulky, densely packedcondition, otherwise the battery pack will overheat and subsequently meltthe plastic case.


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Low Battery Signals and Actions

Low Battery occurs when the battery has approximately 10% of its chargeremaining. The notebook gives warning beeps and the battery charge indicator

( ) blinks red to alert you to take action.Immediately save your data upon the Low Battery warning. The remainingoperating time depends on how you are using the notebook: if you are using theaudio subsystem, PC Card, hard or diskette drives, the battery may quicklydeplete its charge.

Always respond to the Low Battery warning by suspending your notebook todisk, turning off the notebook, or connecting the notebook to AC adapter.

If you do not take any action, after two minutes the notebook will automaticallysuspend to disk and turn off.

CAUTION:1. If the suspend-to-disk partition does not exist or the Suspend-to-

Disk item is not set in the Setup Configuration Utility, the notebookwill not be able to suspend to disk. It will keep on beeping until youtake action or until the battery runs out of charge.

2. If you are using a flash PC card, do not access the card during lowbattery periods. This is because the access may take longer thanthe time it takes the battery to run out of charge, thus making youraccess unsuccessful.

3. If you fail to save your data when the battery completely runs out of

charge, you will lose your data.


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System Expansion 4-1

Chapter 4

System Expansion

This chapter introduces the optional devices for your notebook provideinstructions on how to install some of the devices.

External Connections

Connectors on the rear and side panels of the notebook allow you to connectexternal devices. See Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-3 for connector locations and thedescriptions that follow. This section provides notes on using some of theconnectors.

Connecting an External Monitor

If you want the benefits of a larger color display screen, you can connect anexternal VGA-compatible monitor to your notebook. Follow these steps toconnect a monitor to your notebook:

1. Make sure that your monitor is configured for analog operation and that thevoltage setting corresponds to that of the electrical outlet. Consult themonitors manual for instructions.


3. Open the cover on the rear of the notebook. Plug the monitors D-typesignal connector to the notebooks VGA port, marked as (Figure 1-3 #7).

4. Plug one end of the monitor's power cord into the power socket on themonitor and the other end to an electrical outlet.

5. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on the notebook.

6. The monitor should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display tothe monitor by pressing [Fn]+[F5].

Supplied with your notebook are several video utilities and drivers that offerextended video modes. See Chapter 6 for additional information.


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4-2 System Expansion

Connecting an External Keyboard

If you want the benefits of a full-size keyboard, you can connect a PS/2-compatible keyboard to your notebook. When an external keyboard isconnected, you can use both the external keyboard and notebook keyboard at

the same time.

To use an external keyboard, plug the keyboard cable into the PS/2

mouse/keyboard port, marked as (Figure 1-3 #8), on the rear of thenotebook.

Connecting a Mouse

If you want the benefits of an external mouse, you can connect a PS/2-compatible mouse or serial mouse to your notebook. When an external mouseis connected, the internal TouchPad is automatically disabled.

To use a PS/2 mouse, plug the mouse cable into the PS/2 mouse/keyboard

port, marked as (Figure 1-3 #8), on the rear of the notebook.

To use a serial mouse, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the COM Ports item is set properly in the Setup ConfigurationUtility (SCU) program. (See Components Menu in Chapter 5 forinformation.)


3. Plug the mouse cable into the serial port, marked as (Figure 1-3 #6) on

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Connecting a Serial or Parallel Device

On the rear of the notebook, you can find a serial port (COM1), marked as ,

and a parallel port, marked as . You can connect a serial device such as aserial mouse or modem, or a parallel device such as parallel printer,

respectively.

In addition to following the instructions supplied with the device, take note of thefollowing:

To use a serial device, make sure the COM Ports item is set properly inthe SCU program. (See Components Menu in Chapter 5 for information.)

To use a bi-directional or ECP/EPP-compliant parallel device, make surethat the LPT Port item is set accordingly in the SCU program. (SeeComponents Menu in Chapter 5 for information.)

Portable modems, which are powered by serial or parallel ports, cannot be

used with your notebook. Instead, use a modem which is powered by itsown internal battery or external AC power.

Connecting an Infrared (IR )Device

The IR port (Figure 1-1 #2) on the right side of the notebook allows you toconnect an IR device for wireless communications.

In addition to following the instructions supplied with the device, take note of thefollowing:

The IR port of the device to be connected must face the IR port of thenotebook within the effective range, i.e. within 15-degrees angle and 1-meter distance.

Make sure the COM Ports and Ir Mode items are set properly in the SCUprogram. (See Components Menu in Chapter 5 for information.)

To take advantage of the IR communications, you will need third partysoftware.

Connecting an Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device

The USB port, marked as (Figure 1-3 #3), on the rear of the notebookallows you to connect an USB device.

The USB is specified to be an industry standard extension to the PCarchitecture. It features wide range of applications such as multiple connections(i.e., support for concurrent operation of many devices) and compound devices(i.e., peripherals composed of many functions).

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4-4 System Expansion

Internal Installation

Installing a PC Card

PC Cards, available in the market, provide various functions. Examples arememory cards, fax/modem cards, and PCMCIA Type III 1.8-inch hard drive.Contact your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller for a list of third party PCCards qualified for this notebook.

The PC Cards that conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard can be used with yournotebook. CardBus is also supported by the PC Card slot.

CardBus provides compatibility with 16-bit PC cards and extends performanceand functionality by adding 32-bit data transfers, and by employing PCI(Peripheral Component Interconnect) concepts. Typical PC Cards that utilizeCardBus are graphic video, full-motion video, SCSI host bus, and high speed

network cards.

To insert a PC Card:

1. Install the PCMCIA software. (See Chapter 6.)

2. Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the notebook. Open the displayto access the slot.

3. Slide the PC Card with its label facing up into the slot until the eject buttonpops out. (To remove a PC Card, press the eject button.)

Figure 4-1. Installing a PC Card

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Notebook Upgrade

You can upgrade your notebook by changing the CPU or adding memory for amaximum of 160MB (for 32MB models) or for a maximum of 192MB (for 64-MBmodels). If your model does not have the modem option, you can have it

installed. However, to avoid damage during the installation procedure, consultyour Compaq authorized dealer or reseller for help. Do not install the hardwareyourself.


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Setup Configuration Utility 5-1

Chapter 5

Setup Configuration Utility

This chapter provide instructions on how to configure your system using theSetup Configuration Utility (SCU).

Introduction

The SCU program allows you to configure the system BIOS settings. Thosesettings are vital for your notebook to identify the types of installed devices aswell as to utilize special features. Typical menu items include date and time, thetypes of disk drives, and IDE settings. Special features include power savingand password settings.

The settings information is stored in the CMOS (Complementary Metal OxideSemiconductor) RAM, which is powered by a RTC backup battery.

You may need to run SCU when:

You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run SCU.

You want to restore the factory default settings.

You want to modify some specific settings.

Starting the SCU ProgramThe SCU program is built into the system board. To run SCU, press [F10]during system startup. The main SCU screen appears as shown in Figure 5-1.

NOTE:1. The SCU screen shots shown in this chapter are for your reference

only. The actual items on your notebook may differ.2. The SCU program may have been updated after the publication of

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5-2 Setup Configuration Utility

Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit

Floppy Drive A = 1.44 Mb

Floppy Drive B = None CPU Clock = 350 MHz

Hard Drive C = 2067 MB

Hard Drive D = 0 MB

Hard Drive E = 0 MB

Hard Drive F = 0 MB

Serial Port 1 = COM1, 3F8, IRQ 4 Base = 640 KBSerial Port 2 = COM2, 2F8, IRQ 3 Extended = 56320 KB

Parallel Port = LPT1, Addr 378, IRQ 7 Shadow = 64 KB

Reserved = 320 KB

Total RAM = 57344 KB

Cache (Ext) = 1024 KB

Figure 5-1. Main SCU Screen

The SCU screen is divided into three areas:

On the top line of the screen is the menu bar, which lists the titles of the

available menus. Each menu title contains a pull-down menu, whichdisplays items for settings.

The middle section of the screen displays current settings of the system. Ifyou open a pull-down menu and select an item that provides multipleoptions, a submenu will pop up and let you make further selections.

The bottom window provides alternative information. Normally it gives thekeyboard/mouse instructions for moving around and making selections.When a menu item is highlighted, the window will provide more detaileddescription of the item.

Moving Around and Making Selections

You must go through two or three levels to complete the setting for an item. Inmost cases, there are three levels: menu title, pull-down menu, and submenu.

To move around and make selections, you can use both the TouchPad/mouseand keyboard.

Using the TouchPad/Mouse

Using the TouchPad or mouse is recommended. It is more straightforward than

using the keyboard.

For most items, simply move the pointer with the TouchPad/mouse and left-clickon the intended item. To cancel your selection, click the right button. For someitems, you will need to select with the arrow keys.


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Using the Keyboard

Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. You can alsouse the shortcut key, which is highlighted in a different color on the screen.

Described below is the general procedure to complete a setting by use of thekeyboard:

2/! Select a menu title with the left/right arrow key and press [Enter] to pulldown the menu. You can directly pull down a menu by pressing [Alt] andthe shortcut key.

3/! From the pull-down menu, select an item with the up/down arrow key andpress [Enter] to access the submenu or change the setting. The submenudisplays further options that you can select.

4/! For most menu items, pressing the [Tab] key will jump from one item toanother, thus allowing you to go through the items quickly. To confirm thechanges you make, press [Enter] or select the OK button. To cancel the

changes, press [Esc] or select the Cancel button.

Startup Menu

The Startup pull-down menu, as shown below, contains some basicconfiguration and password settings of the system.

Startup

Date and Time

Fast Boot

Boot DeviceSet Admin password

Set User Password


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The following tables describe in sequence all the items of the Startup menu.

Date and Time

The Date and Time item sets the system date and time.

When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below.

Day 17 Hour 12

Month 11 Minute 20

Year 1999 Second 01

Fast Boot

The Fast Boot item, when enabled, speeds up the booting procedure bybypassing the memory test.

When this item is selected, no submenu will display. A check mark () indicates

Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.

The default setting is Enabled.

Boot Device

The Boot Device item sets the sequence of booting device.


( ) Hard Disk C () Hard Disk C ( ) Hard Disk C

( ) CD-ROM Drive ( ) CD-ROM Drive () CD-ROM Drive

() Diskette A ( ) Diskette A ( ) Diskette A

The default setting is Diskette A Hard Disk C CD-ROM Drive.

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Set Admin Password

This item lets you set up administrator-level password.


Enter old ADMIN password: . . . . .Enter new ADMIN password: . . . . .

Verify new ADMIN password: . . . . .

[X] Boot System

[X] Enter SCU

You can directly enter the new password if no password has previously existed.If a password has been previously set up, you have to enter the correct oldpassword before setting up a new one. In either case, you have to enter thenew password twice to complete the setting.

NOTE:1. If you want to clear a previous password, you can enter the oldpassword and leave the following fields blank.

2. The administrator password is required for booting and enteringSCU, so the Verify password when setting can not be changed.

Set User Password

This item lets you set up user-level password.


Enter old User password: . . . . .

Enter new User password: . . . . .

Verify new User password: . . . . .

[X] Boot System

[ ] Enter SCU

[ ] Resume System


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The procedure to set up the user password is the same as Set AdminPassword.

NOTE:1. You can not set up the user password unless the administrator

password has been set up.2. If both the administrator and user passwords are set up, only one

password is required to boot the system.3. To modify the SCU settings, you have to enter the administrator

password. The user password only allows you to browse thesettings.

4. If the Resume System item is checked, the password is requiredonly when the system is restored from Suspend-to-disk status.

5. When setting the user password, if you do not specify any Verifypassword when condition (i.e. no item is checked), the passwordwill not be set up.

Memory Menu

The Memory pull-down menu, as shown below, allows you to change thesettings for memory usage.

Memory

Cache Systems

Cache Systems

This menu item lets you to enable or disable the usage of the L2 cache memory.


( ) Disabled

() Enabled



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Disks Menu

The Disks pull-down menu contains settings which configure the diskette driveand hard drive of your system, as well as a Virus Alert option.

Disks

Internal FDCDiskette Drives

Internal HDCIDE Settings

_ Virus Alert

The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Disks menu.

Internal FDC

The Internal FDC item sets if an internal floppy drive is present.

When this item is selected, no submenu will display. A check mark () indicatesEnabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.


Diskette Drives

This item sets the type of the diskette drive.

When this item is selected, the submenu displays as shown below.

( ) None

() 1.44 Mb

The default setting is 1.44 Mb.

Internal HDC

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IDE Settings

The IDE Settings item sets the type of the hard disk drive in your system.


( ) Standard ( ) Disabled( ) Fast PIO () Enabled( ) Multiword DMA

() Ultra DMA-33

( ) Disabled

() Enabled

The HDD Timing item sets the data transmit mode of the hard drive. Thedefault setting is Ultra DMA-33.

The I/O 32 bit transfer item, if enabled, allows you to have better data transfer

rate. This effect is more noticeable under DOS system. The default setting isEnabled.

The HDD Block transfer item, if enabled, allows you to use hard disk with largecapacity. The default setting is Enabled.

Virus Alert

The Virus Alert item, when enabled, gives warning messages if the hard diskboot sector (partition table) has been changed.


The default setting is Disabled.


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Components Menu

The Components pull-down menu, as shown below, allows you to change thesettings for various components.

Components

COM Ports

LPT Port

Keyboard NumlockKeyboard Repeat

The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Components menu.

COM Ports

The COM Ports item sets the settings of COM Port A and B.


( ) None () IrDA (HPSIR)

() COM1, 3F8, IRQ4 ( ) ASK IR( ) COM2, 2F8, IRQ3

( ) COM3, 3E8, IRQ4

( ) COM4, 2E8, IRQ3

( ) None

( ) COM1, 3F8, IRQ4

() COM2, 2F8, IRQ3( ) COM3, 3E8, IRQ4

( ) COM4, 2E8, IRQ3

In general, COM A is assigned to RS-232 (the serial port); COM B is assigned toIR function. You can further select the IR mode in Mode Setting for COM Bitem.


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LPT Port

The LPT Port item sets the settings of LPT port.


( ) None ( ) Standard AT (Centronics)() LPT1, Addr 378, IRQ7 ( ) Bidirectional (PS-2)( ) LPT2, Addr 278, IRQ5 ( ) Enhanced Parallel (EPP)

( ) LPT3, Addr 3BC, IRQ7 () Extended Capabilities (ECP)

( ) DMA 0

( ) DMA 1

() DMA 3

EPP Type: EPP 1.7

Your system supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (ExtendedCapabilities Port) standards which turn the standard parallel port into a high

speed bi-directional peripheral port. If you select ECP item, you can furtherchoose which DMA channel to use.

Keyboard Numlock

The Keyboard Numlock item sets if the numeric keypad will function.

NOTE: If you disable this option, you can only activate the numerickeypad by holding down the [Fn] key first, even when the Num Lockindicator is on. However, an externally-connected keyboard is notaffected by this feature.




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Keyboard Repeat

The Keyboard Repeat item sets the repeat rate and delay time of key strokes.


( ) 2 cps ( ) 1/4 sec( ) 6 cps () 1/2 sec

() 10 cps ( ) 3/4 sec( ) 15 cps ( ) 1 sec

( ) 20 cps

( ) 30 cps

The Key Repeat Rate sets the repeat rate when you hold down a key, whilethe Key Delay item sets the delaying time between key repeats.

Power Menu

The Power pull-down menu, as shown below, contains the Power Managementsettings which help save power.

Power

Enable Power SavingTimeout Settings

Suspend Controls

_ Ring Resume

Resume Timer

Advance CPU Controls

The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Power menu.

Enable Power Saving

The Enable Power Saving item is the master control for the PowerManagement features. If this item is disabled, all Power menu items exceptSuspend Controls will be automatically disabled.



Timeout Settings

This item lets you set up the timeout functions for power saving purpose.

NOTE: Some operation systems, such as Windows98, have built-inAPM/ACPI configurations which could possibly override these settings.


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Video Timeout: Always On

Disk Timeout: 1.0 Min

Global Timeout: 1 Min

Monitor Video Activity: Disabled

Suspend Timeout: Never

Suspend-to-disk: Never

The followings describe in sequence all the items of this submenu.

Video Timeout

The Video Timeout item sets the time-out period for the monitor to power downif it is not in use during the set period. The monitor will power up again whenany key is pressed.

The available options are 30 Sec, 2 Min, 5 Min, 10 Min, 15 Min, and Always On.

Disk TimeoutThe Disk Timeout item sets the time-out period for the hard drive to powerdown if it is not in use during the set period. The hard disk will power up againwhen next accessed.

The available options are 30 Sec, 1 Min, 1.5 Min, 2 Min, and Always On.

Global Timeout

The Global Timeout item sets the time-out period for the whole system topower down if it is not in use during the set period. The system will power up

again when any key is pressed.

The available options are 1 Min, 2 Min, 4 Min, 6 Min, 8 Min, 12 Min, 16 Min, andAlways On.

Monitor Video Activity

The Monitor Video Activity item sets if the video activity will be monitored. Ifenabled, any activity on the screen (such as showing a movie title) will preventthe monitor from powering down.

The available options are Enabledand Disabled.


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Suspend Timeout

The Suspend Timeout item sets the time-out period for the system to entersuspend mode if it is not in use during the pre-set period.

The Suspend mode is determined by the Suspend Type item in the SuspendControls submenu. It can be Suspend-to-RAM or Suspend-to-Disk.

When Suspend-to-RAM mode is initiated, several subsystems will enter standbyor power-off mode to conserve power. The system will wake up from Suspend-to-RAM mode when a key is pressed. Resume Timer and Ring Resumeitems, if enabled, can also wake up the system from Suspend-to-RAM mode.

When Suspend-to-Disk mode is initiated, the system preserves all the runningapplication programs as a file in a suspend-to-disk partition on the hard diskand then turns off automatically.

The available options are 1 Min, 5 Min, 10 Min, 20 Min, 30 Min, and Never.

Suspend-to-disk

The Suspend-to-disk item sets the time-out period for the system to entersuspend-to-disk mode if it is not in use during the set period.

When Suspend-to-Disk mode is initiated, the system preserves all the runningapplication programs as a file in a suspend-to-disk partition on the hard diskand then turns off automatically.

The available options are 1 Min, 5 Min, 10 Min, 20 Min, 30 Min, and Never.

NOTE: This item functions regardless of the Suspend Timeout setting

and the Suspend Type setting in the Suspend Controls submenu. Ifthe timing of this item is shorter than that of Suspend Timeout, thesystem will directly enter Suspend-to-disk mode if staying inactive forthe timing.


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Suspend Controls

The Suspend Controls item lets you micromanage several suspend features.


Power Button Function: Power On/OffLid Switch Function: Blank LCD

( ) Suspend To Disk

() Suspend To RAM


Power Button Function

This item sets the function of the power button. The available options are

Power On/Offand Suspend/Resume.

NOTE: When this item is set to Suspend/Resume, you can turn off thepower by pressing the button for 5 seconds.

Lid Switch Function

This item sets the sequential event when the top cover is closed while power ison. The available options are Blank LCDand Suspend/Resume.

Suspend Type

This item sets the suspend mode the system will enter if it stays inactive for thetiming set in the Suspend Timeout item (see Suspend Timeout in TimeoutSettings menu). The available options are Suspend To Diskand Suspend ToRAM.

Ring Resume

The Ring Resume item enables or disables the systems waking up fromSuspend-to-RAM mode when the modem receives an incoming call.




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Resume Timer

The Resume Timer item sets the date and time the system will resume fromsuspend mode.


Alarm Resume: Disabled

Resume Month 8

Resume Day 8

Resume Hour 12

Resume Minute 0


Advance CPU Controls

This item lets you further set up advanced CPU functions.


Clock Control Mechanism: 56.25-62.5%

Thermal Throttle: Enabled

Clock Run Enable: Enabled


Clock Control Mechanism

This item sets the CPU activity under normal condition. The available optionsrange from 6% to full speed (Disabled). Note that although this item sets theusage of CPU resource, the CPU can still reach its full speed if the system isunder a heavy job load.


Thermal Throttle

The Thermal Throttle item sets if the CPU speed will be throttled down when

its temperature is too high. The threshold limit value is about 67C.


Clock Run Enable

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Exit Menu

The Exit pull-down menu, as shown below, displays ways of exiting SCU. Afterfinished with your settings, you must save and exit SCU so that the settings cantake effect.

Exit

Save and Reboot

Exit (No Save)

Default Settings

Restore Settings

Version Info

Descriptions of the Exit choices are:

Choices DescriptionsSave and Reboot Save changes and reboot the system.Exit (No Save) Exit without saving the changes you have made.Default Settings Load factory default values for all the items.Restore Settings Restore previous values for all the items.Version Info Show BIOS version information.


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Software Drivers and Utilities 6-1

Chapter 6

Software Drivers and Utilities

This chapter provides installation instructions on required drivers and usefulprograms for Microsoft Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Professional systems.Descriptions of available options are also provided, so that you can utilize thefeature functions of your notebook.

NOTE:1. The CD-ROM may have been updated after this manual was

published.2. README files can always be found on the utility CD-ROM. Refer to

the READEM files together with this manual.

How to Install the Drivers

The utility CD-ROM provides all the drivers you need to get the notebookrunning. Read this chapter thoroughly and install all necessary driversaccording to your system. It is highly recommended that you install the driversin the sequence as they appear in this chapter, beginning with the chipset driver.

Please note that when a directory is being specified, the CD-ROM drive isalways referred as drive D. The actual condition may differ.

Installing the Chipset Driver

This driver allows the notebook to recognize the VIA chipset on the systemboard, thus enabling various functions such as power management. To installthis driver, specify the file Setup.exe under d:\Bridge\Setup\ directory. Double-click on the Setup.exe file and the installation will start. Follow the on-screeninstructions to complete the installation.

Installing the IRQ DriverThis driver is to ensure better system resource management and that no IRQconflict will occur. To install the driver, specify the file Setup.exe under d:\IRQ\directory. Double-click on the Setup.exe file and the installation will start.Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.


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6-2 Software Drivers and Utilities

Installing the AGP Driver

The VIA AGP VxD Driver supports the functions compliant with Microsoft AGPsoftware specification Rev 1.5. To install the driver, specify the file Setup.exeunder d:\AGP\Setup\ directory. Double-click on the Setup.exe file and theinstallation will start. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the

installation.

Installing the VGA Driver

The VGA driver allows your notebook to display vivid images with richer colors.Follow these steps to install the VGA driver.

1. Right-click on My Computer icon and choose Properties item.

2. Select Device Manager tag, unfold Display Adapters list, highlight theadapter from the list and press Properties button.

3. Select Drivers tag, then press Update Drivers button.

4. Insert the driver CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

5. When you are prompted to select drivers, specify the path d:\Vga\Win9x\and choose the file trid55.inf.

6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

NOTE: According to dual-view specification, you will find twounidentified monitors on your device list after installing the VGA driver.You have to manually adjust your monitor type as laptop 1024X786

(13.3" panel) or 800X600 (12.1" panel).

Installing the USB Driver

This driver allows you to take advantage of the Universal Serial Bus function.To install the driver, specify the file Setup.exe under d:\USB\ directory.Double-click on the Setup.exe file and the installation will start. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.


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Software Drivers and Utilities 6-3

Installing the PCMCIA Driver

This driver allows you to take advantage of the PCMCIA device. Follow thesesteps to install the driver.


2. Select Device Manager tag, unfold PCMCIA Socket list, and pressProperties button.


4. Insert the driver CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

5. When you are prompted to select drivers, specify the path d:\PCMCIA\and choose the file PCMCIA.inf.


Installing the Audio Driver

The audio driver enables your notebook to produce realistic sound effect.Follow these steps to install the audio driver.


2. Select Device Manager tag, unfold PCI Multimedia Audio Device list,highlight the item from the list and press Properties button.


4. Insert the driver CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive5. When you are prompted to select drivers, specify the path

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Specifications A-1

Appendix A

Specifications

NOTE: The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Notebook, Memory, and Main Components

System Processor

AMD K6-2, K6-2+ or K6-3 series processorNote: For the latest information on the processor supported by yournotebook, ask your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller.

RAM64MB or 32MB SDRAM on-board, expandable to192 or 160MB with one

3.3V 144pin-DIMM of SDRAM module (model dependent)

Cache MemoryInternal 256KB L2 (only on models with a K6-3 processor); internal 128KBL2 (only on models with a K6-2+ processor) on-die cache. External 512KBcache memory only on models with a K6-3 processor (model dependent)

ROM BIOS256KB Flash EEPROM, supporting boot block, video, security, setup, andpower management

Display12.1-inch HPA or TFT SVGA (800 x 600) color LCD, integrated powerconservation mode

Notebook KeyboardMicrosoft Windows compatible keyboard, numeric keypad, 12 function keys,a special Fn (Function) key

Diskette Disk Drive3.5-inch, 135TPI, double sided, total formatted capacity 1.44MB, with 3mode 1.2MB support

Hard DriveEnhanced-IDE, 2.5-inch, 5.0-GB, 6.0-GB or higher .

CD-ROM DriveATAPI IDE 24X CD-ROM

TouchPadCompatible with PS/2 mouse

Real-Time Clock/Calendar128 Bytes, providing system clock, calendar, and configuration information,stored in CMOS RAM, with battery backup


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A-2 Specifications

Interfaces and Controllers

VGA ControllerHigh performance flat panel CRT/LCD VGA controller, supports TFT/DSTNLCD panel, AGP 2X mode, up to 1024 x 768 (XGA) resolution

Parallel Port

Standard/ECP/EPP parallel communication interface with a DB-25 femaleconnector

Serial PortsCOM1 and COM2 assigned to two of the followings: RS-232C communication interface with a 9-pin D-type shell connector Fax/Modem Card IrDA 1.0/ASK communication interface

Auxiliary Device PortA 6-pin miniature DIN connector for a PS/2-compatible keyboard or mouse

PC Card SlotsCompliant with PCMCIA 2.1/JEIDA 4.1 specifications along with ExCAextension and PC CARD standard, one PC Card slot for one Type I, Type IIor Type III application supporting CardBus

Audio SubsystemSupports 3D sound and wavetable capacity, fully compatible with MicrosoftWindows Sound System, legacy compatible with DOS sound system

Power Source

AC AdapterSwitched power supply with a separate AC power cord; full range voltage

between 100V240V; frequency 5060HzOutput voltage DC 18.5V, with over-current and overcharging protection

Battery Pack NiMH, 9 cells, 4/3 AU type, 1.2V per cell (standard) Li-ion, 8 cells, UR18650 type, 3.7V per cell (optional)

Environmental Specifications

Temperature Range Relative Humidity

Operating 10o C (50o F) to 35o C (95o F) 20% to 80% non-condensing

Storage 0oC (32oF) to 60oC (140o F) 10% to 90% non-condensing


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Troubleshooting B-1

Appendix B

Troubleshooting

This appendix is designed to help you find and solve minor problems that youmay encounter using the notebook.

Troubleshooting Approach

The problems that you might encounter can be divided into two basiccategories: hardware and software. Hardware problems can be further dividedinto being of an electrical or a mechanical nature. You will know you have ahardware problem if, for example, the screen is blank, the notebook cannotrecognize the disk drives, or you get an error message during the Power-On

Self Test (POST).

Software problems can occur at several levels. Both your operating system andyour software application programs are capable of generating errors and errormessages. If you encounter a software error, try to determine if the errormessage is from your operating system or from an application program, andrefer to the appropriate manual for possible remedies.

If you still have a problem after trying all the suggested remedies in thisappendix, contact your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller.

Common Problems

When you encounter a problem, begin by performing a careful visual inspection.Check the exterior of the notebook first. If no indicators are on, check thebattery charge or electrical outlet, the plug and power cord, and any powerswitches that may affect your notebook. If the notebook has been connected toany peripheral devices, look for loose or disconnected cables.

A few common problems and suggested solutions are presented in theexamples which follow.

Problem: The power button does not function.

The power button does not respond to a light touch. Press the button firmly.

If you are using battery power, the battery may be discharged. Connect theAC adapter.


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Problem: The battery cannot be fully recharged.

For safety reasons, several factors can stop the recharging, e.g., when the

batterys temperature gets above 40C (104F) or the recharging timeexceeds 4 hours. To avoid problems caused by the temperature factor,make sure the battery does not get too hot. To avoid problems caused bythe time factor, you are advised to keep the notebook power off during

recharging. If you use the notebook during recharging for more than 4hours, the recharging will stop no matter whether the battery has been fullyrecharged or not. If this happens, you can disconnect and then reconnectthe AC adapter to start the recharging again.

Problem: The battery cannot be recharged.

Recharging will not start if the batterys temperature is below 0C (32F) or

above 40C (104F). Make sure the batterys temperature is within therange.

Problem: The PC Card which uses the COM interface does not function. The card may be attempting to use COM3 or COM4 ports in a manner that

conflicts with the COM1 or COM2 port being used by another device. Youmay be able to resolve the conflict by running the SCU program to changethe COM port settings. If your PC Card uses COM3, set the COM1 part ofCOM Port item to Disabled. If your PC Card uses COM4, set the COM2part of the COM Port item to Disabled.

Problem: No sound is produced.

Confirm the audio driver is installed.

Check if software-dependent volume control is set too low.

Problem: Distorted sound is produced.

Ensure the volume control is not set too high or too low. In most cases, highsettings can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound.

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