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Compaq Armada M300
Series of Personal Computers
Reference Guide
113733-001
113733-1.pm6 1 5/11/99, 1:25 PM
PANTONE 2768 CVC
Reference Guide
Compaq Armada M300 Series of Peronal Computers
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D S OCUMENTATION URVEY Thank you for choosing Compaq! Please help us provide quality support information by completing and returning this postage-paid questionnaire. 1. Were you able to set up the computer using the setup poster? ❏ Yes ❏ No If not, at what point did you begin to have difficulty? 2. Was the Quick Reference Guide preinstalled on your computer easy to find? ❏ Yes ❏ No Is it easy to use? ❏ Yes ❏ No If not, why? 3. What computer task(s) will you need the most he
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Compaq Armada M300 Series Reference Guide First Edition (June 1999) Part Number 113733-001 Compaq Computer Corporation
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Notice The information in this publication is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS,” AND COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
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v Contents About This Guide Text Conventions ..................................................................................................................... xiii Symbols in Text ....................................................................................................................... xiv Chapter 1 Getting Started Finding Information ................................................................................................................. 1-1 Identifying Packing Box Cont
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vi Using the Keyboard continued Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad.................................................................................... 3-6 Toggling the Keypad On and Off...................................................................................... 3-6 Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys.................................................................. 3-6 Enabling the Keypad at Startup.............................................................................
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vii Chapter 5 Upgrading Your Computer Memory.................................................................................................................................... 5-1 Managing Random Access Memory (RAM) .................................................................... 5-1 Removing or Inserting a Memory Expansion Board......................................................... 5-2 Hard Drives...........................................................................................
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viii Using an Internal Modem continued Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally.................................................................. 7-5 Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter....................................................................... 7-5 Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration........................................................ 7-6 Travel Connection Checklist........................................................................................
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ix Securing the Computer continued Using Quick Controls............................................................................................................. 11-3 Setting, Changing, or Deleting Quick Control Preferences............................................. 11-3 Initiating QuickLock Manually....................................................................................... 11-4 Exiting QuickLock...............................................................................
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x Chapter 14 Configuration and Diagnostic Utilities Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics for Windows.......................................... 14-1 Using Computer Setup ........................................................................................................... 14-2 Selecting from the File Menu.......................................................................................... 14-2 Selecting from the Security Menu....................................................
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xi Appendix B Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency Series Numbers ....................................................................................... B-1 Telecom Network Approvals .................................................................................................. B-2 Federal Communications Commission Notice........................................................................ B-2 Modifications...................................................................................
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xii Appendix D Specifications Computer Dimensions............................................................................................................. D-1 Operating Environment........................................................................................................... D-1 Rated Input Power................................................................................................................... D-2 Port and COM Port Settings.........................................
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xiii About This Guide This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades. Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text: Keys Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two keys indicates that they should be pressed simultaneously. USER INPUT User input appears in a different typeface and in uppercase. FILENAMES File names appear in uppercase
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xiv About This Guide Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: Indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning ! could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. IMPORTANT: Presents clarifying information or specific instructions. NOTE: Presents commentary, sidelights, or additional information. Write
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1-1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Finding Information ■ For setup instructions, refer to the setup card included with the computer. ■ To access the online Quick Reference to the computer ❏ Select the Armada Quick Reference icon on the desktop, or ❏ Select StartÅCompaq Information CenterÅArmada Quick Reference. ■ To access additional information about the computer ❏ Select StartÅCompaq Information Center. ❏ Go to the Compaq Internet site at http://www.compaq.com. ■ To contact Compaq customer support,
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1-2 Getting Started Identifying Hardware Components Component Function 1 Computer Compaq Armada M300 Personal Computer. 2 External diskette drive Allows a diskette to be used with the computer. 3 External diskette drive cable Connects external diskette drive to the computer parallel port. 4 Power cord Connects AC Adapter to AC electrical outlet. 5 AC Adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 6 Modem cable (internal modem models Connects modem to RJ-11 telephone only) jack or to a country-specifi
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1-3 Identifying Hardware Components Continued 7 Country-specific modem adapter Adapts modem cable for use with non- (provided with internal modem models by RJ-11 telephone jacks. region as required) 8 3-to-2-prong plug adapter (Japan only) Adapts the power cord for use with a 2-prong electrical outlet. Hard drive (inserted in computer hard Primary hard drive when used in drive bay) computer hard drive bay. Battery pack (installed on rear of Primary battery pack. computer) NOTE: The battery pa
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2-1 Chapter 2 Taking a Look at the Computer Top Components Top Components Component Function 1 Display switch Turns off the computer display if the computer is closed while on. 2 Scroll lock light On: Scroll lock is on. 3 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. 4 Num lock light On: Num lock is on and the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. 5 Hard drive light On: The primary hard drive is being accessed. 6 Diskette drive light On: The external diskette drive is being accessed. Continued Writer: Care
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2-2 Taking a Look at the Computer Top Components Continued 7 Internal microphone Supports audio input when the display is open or closed. 8 Suspend button** Initiates and exits Suspend.* When pressed with the Fn key, initiates Hibernation. 9 Windows application key Displays shortcut menu for item beneath mouse cursor. : Battery light On: The battery pack is charging. Blinking: The battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. ; Power/suspend ligh
