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Compaq Armada E500
Series of Personal Computers
Reference Guide
Getting Started
Taking a Look at the Computer
Using the Keyboard
Using Battery Packs
Managing Power
Working with Removable Drives and
Device Bays
Using an Internal Modem (Available
on Select Models)
Connecting External Devices
Using PC Cards
Using Audio Features
Upgrading the Computer
Maintenance and Travel Guidelines
Security Features
Intelligent Manageability
Computer Setup and Diagnostics
Utilities
Troubleshooting
Customer Suppor
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Getting Started Finding Assistance Identifying Packing Box Contents 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Taking A Look At the Computer Front Components Left Side Components Right Side Components Rear Components Bottom Components Status Indicator Lights 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Using the Keyboard Using the Pointing Device Using Hotkeys Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Using Battery Packs Learning About Battery Packs Using a New Battery Pack Charging Battery Packs Inserting and Removing the Primary Battery Pack Storing a Battery Pack Maximizing Battery Pack Life Recycling Used Battery Packs System Beeps 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Managing Power Selecting a Power Source Using Suspend (Standby) and Hibernation Managing Low-Battery Conditions Charging a Battery Pack Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Calibrating a Battery Pack Using Power Preferences Conserving Battery Power 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Working with Removable Drives and Device Bays Bay Configuration Caring for Removable Drives Selecting Diskettes DualBay Devices MultiBay Devices 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Using an Internal Modem (Available on Select Models) Connecting the Modem Cable Selecting Communication Software Using Modem Commands and Dial Modifiers Uninstalling the Modem Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Connecting External Devices Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard Connecting an External Monitor Connecting a Television Monitor Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing Device Connecting a Serial Printer Connecting a Parallel Printer Connecting Infrared Equipment Connecting USB Peripherals Connecting to a Docking Device 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Using PC Cards PC Card Types Inserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card PC Card Device Drivers Changing PC Card Settings Managing PC Card Power Zoomed Video Stopping a PC Card 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Using Audio Features Identifying the Audio Components Using Internal and External Microphones Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones Controlling Audio Volume Speaker Ports 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Upgrading the Computer Upgrading System Memory Upgrading the Hard Drive Attaching a Hard Drive Adapter Adding an Internal Modem 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Maintenance & Travel Guidelines Updating the System Reinstalling Software Caring for the Computer Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel Traveling with the Computer 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Security Features Types of Security Using the Cable Lock Using the Power-On Password Using Quick Controls Using the Setup Password Enabling and Disabling Devices DriveLock Overview 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Intelligent Manageability Intelligent Manageability Overview Asset Management Fault Management Security Management Configuration Management 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Computer Setup and Diagnostics Utilities Selecting Computer Setup or Diagnostics for Windows Using Computer Setup Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Checklist Audio Battery CD-ROM Drive and DVD-ROM Drive Diskette Drive and SuperDisk LS-120 Drive Hard Drive Hardware Installation Keyboard Memory Modem PC Card Power Printer Screen Software Application Pointing Device Infrared USB 06/14/99 3:15 PM Navigation2 File Name T:\docs\codename\partnumber\ - Saved date: Lorise Fazio - Saved by Lorise Fazio - - Writer: Part Number
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Notice The information in this guide 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 guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq
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CONTENTS preface USING THIS GUIDE chapter 1 GETTING STARTED Finding Assistance ..........................................................................1-1 Identifying Packing Box Contents ..................................................1-2 chapter 2 TAKING A LOOK AT THE COMPUTER Front Components ...........................................................................2-1 Left Side Components.....................................................................2-3 Right Side Components......
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Using Hotkeys................................................................................. 3-7 Switching the Image ................................................................... 3-8 Adjusting System Volume.......................................................... 3-8 Initiating Quick Controls............................................................ 3-9 Setting a Power Conservation Level .......................................... 3-9 Viewing Battery Status.............................
