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..., turn on /off button. If you 're ready to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by model. 3 Connect the wireless router according to the manufacturer's instructions. (During this setup. 2 Make sure that you have tested your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on the computer according to the instructions included with the wireless router Ethernet cable connected, remove the cable...
..., turn on /off button. If you 're ready to connect the pieces of the wireless button and light varies by model. 3 Connect the wireless router according to the manufacturer's instructions. (During this setup. 2 Make sure that you have tested your router manufacturer for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by pressing the wireless on the computer according to the instructions included with the wireless router Ethernet cable connected, remove the cable...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... on your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Note: There are security encryption protocols. ■ Change the default SSID (your wireless network. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that connects a computer to a phone line, which is the safest way to browse, but it . Services such as compared to dial-up to 1000 Mbps. 5 cable modem-A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which translates...
... on your network: a Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Connections. Note: There are security encryption protocols. ■ Change the default SSID (your wireless network. access point (AP)-A single-purpose wireless communication device that connects a computer to a phone line, which is the safest way to browse, but it . Services such as compared to dial-up to 1000 Mbps. 5 cable modem-A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which translates...
Wireless Setup Guide
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TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for which a pass phrase (password) is required. 7 Learn more As millions of users purchase wireless computers, PDAs, and printers for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. Resources to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide...
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)-A network protocol for which a pass phrase (password) is required. 7 Learn more As millions of users purchase wireless computers, PDAs, and printers for home and small-office networks, wireless resources are located on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/wireless, on number-sequence encryption. Resources to enhance your wireless user experience are expanding worldwide...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... 2-9 Using Emergency Shut Down Procedures 2-10 Setting Power Management Preferences 2-11 Accessing the Power Options Window 2-11 Displaying the Power Meter Icon 2-11 Setting or Changing a Power Scheme 2-12 Using SpeedStep (Windows 2000 Professional Only). . 2-13 Choosing a Performance Mode 2-13 Setting SpeedStep Preferences 2-14 Finding More Battery Power Information 2-16 3 Security Security Features Quick Reference 3-1 Setting Preferences in Computer Setup 3-2 Using Passwords 3-2 Forgetting Passwords 3-2 Combining Compaq and Windows Passwords . . . . . 3-3 iv Software Guide
... 2-9 Using Emergency Shut Down Procedures 2-10 Setting Power Management Preferences 2-11 Accessing the Power Options Window 2-11 Displaying the Power Meter Icon 2-11 Setting or Changing a Power Scheme 2-12 Using SpeedStep (Windows 2000 Professional Only). . 2-13 Choosing a Performance Mode 2-13 Setting SpeedStep Preferences 2-14 Finding More Battery Power Information 2-16 3 Security Security Features Quick Reference 3-1 Setting Preferences in Computer Setup 3-2 Using Passwords 3-2 Forgetting Passwords 3-2 Combining Compaq and Windows Passwords . . . . . 3-3 iv Software Guide
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide
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... audio CD, press the Fn+F11 hotkeys. ■ To play the next track of an audio CD, press the Fn+F12 hotkeys. The following procedures use the Digital Audio button 1 and the Fn+F9 through F12 function keys 1-6 Software Guide CD and DVD Software Using Notebook Media Keys Many tasks that can be performed through the operating system or in the Windows Media Player window can also be performed from your keyboard...
... audio CD, press the Fn+F11 hotkeys. ■ To play the next track of an audio CD, press the Fn+F12 hotkeys. The following procedures use the Digital Audio button 1 and the Fn+F9 through F12 function keys 1-6 Software Guide CD and DVD Software Using Notebook Media Keys Many tasks that can be performed through the operating system or in the Windows Media Player window can also be performed from your keyboard...
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... or down arrow key. Power Using the SpeedStep Icon The SpeedStep icon displays on or restart the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is a non-Windows utility. Turn on the taskbar by default and changes to run in Battery Optimized mode and disable all SpeedStep settings in the operating system. Computer Setup is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press...
... or down arrow key. Power Using the SpeedStep Icon The SpeedStep icon displays on or restart the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is a non-Windows utility. Turn on the taskbar by default and changes to run in Battery Optimized mode and disable all SpeedStep settings in the operating system. Computer Setup is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press...
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... for a password before exiting Standby, a Windows password (not a power-on password. For example, a Compaq password set and entered with the same keys. Security Combining Compaq and Windows Passwords Compaq security features and operating system security features work independently from a hard drive protected with DriveLock, you will not be recognized if it is entered with keypad number keys. (For information about the internal keypad, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section...
... for a password before exiting Standby, a Windows password (not a power-on password. For example, a Compaq password set and entered with the same keys. Security Combining Compaq and Windows Passwords Compaq security features and operating system security features work independently from a hard drive protected with DriveLock, you will not be recognized if it is entered with keypad number keys. (For information about the internal keypad, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide, "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" section...
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... instructions on password, type the current password in Computer Setup. Entering a Power-On Password At the power-on password prompt, type your preferences, use the same term. ■ Does not display as you enter it is not case sensitive. A Compaq administrator password: ■ Is not interchangeable with the same keys. Software Guide 3-5 Your preferences are in effect when the notebook restarts. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the password, you used to set and entered with a Windows...
... instructions on password, type the current password in Computer Setup. Entering a Power-On Password At the power-on password prompt, type your preferences, use the same term. ■ Does not display as you enter it is not case sensitive. A Compaq administrator password: ■ Is not interchangeable with the same keys. Software Guide 3-5 Your preferences are in effect when the notebook restarts. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the password, you used to set and entered with a Windows...
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...-to set the password, then press enter. Security Entering a Compaq Administrator Password At the Computer Setup prompt, type your password using the same keys you used to -day user. The owner of the master password may be entered to the contents of the protected hard drive. Software Guide 3-7 Using DriveLock Ä CAUTION: If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is applied to a drive, a password must restart the notebook and...
...-to set the password, then press enter. Security Entering a Compaq Administrator Password At the Computer Setup prompt, type your password using the same keys you used to -day user. The owner of the master password may be entered to the contents of the protected hard drive. Software Guide 3-7 Using DriveLock Ä CAUTION: If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password, the protected hard drive is applied to a drive, a password must restart the notebook and...
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.... ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 4. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Your preferences are in Hibernation, briefly press the power button. To verify that the protected hard drive is off and not in effect when the notebook restarts. 3-10 Software Guide Be sure that the notebook is inserted into the notebook (not an optional port replicator). 3. Security Changing a DriveLock Password Ä CAUTION...
.... ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 4. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Your preferences are in Hibernation, briefly press the power button. To verify that the protected hard drive is off and not in effect when the notebook restarts. 3-10 Software Guide Be sure that the notebook is inserted into the notebook (not an optional port replicator). 3. Security Changing a DriveLock Password Ä CAUTION...
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If your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is set as you open Computer Setup, turn on the notebook to access Computer Setup. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Use the arrow keys to Disable, then press F10. 7. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 4. Your...
If your work , shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a primary hard drive. (The primary hard drive is set as you open Computer Setup, turn on the notebook to access Computer Setup. To open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Use the arrow keys to Disable, then press F10. 7. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 4. Your...
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.... Software Guide 6-1 To update Compaq software: 1. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). 6 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as they become available. KBC (Keyboard Controller) ROM stores the parts of Compaq software as time and date. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with changing...
.... Software Guide 6-1 To update Compaq software: 1. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). 6 Software Updates and Restorations Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services as they become available. KBC (Keyboard Controller) ROM stores the parts of Compaq software as time and date. The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with changing...
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..., Compaq Diagnostics. 6-2 Software Guide Displaying ROM Information in Compaq Diagnostics To display the currently installed ROM versions in the lower left corner of the display bezel. ■ More complete model information is installed on the underside of the system ROM or KBC ROM currently installed. Software Updates and Restorations Preparing for a Software Update If your notebook connects to a network, Compaq recommends that Compaq Diagnostics is provided on the serial number label on your Network Administrator before installing any software updates, particularly...
..., Compaq Diagnostics. 6-2 Software Guide Displaying ROM Information in Compaq Diagnostics To display the currently installed ROM versions in the lower left corner of the display bezel. ■ More complete model information is installed on the underside of the system ROM or KBC ROM currently installed. Software Updates and Restorations Preparing for a Software Update If your notebook connects to a network, Compaq recommends that Compaq Diagnostics is provided on the serial number label on your Network Administrator before installing any software updates, particularly...
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... installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from a diskette drive diskette, but not a SuperDisk drive disk.) 3. Downloading a KBC ROM Update To download a KBC ROM update: 1. Software Guide 6-7 In the Notebook column, select your notebook. ❏ For home and small office products, visit: http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport ❏ For corporate access products, visit: http://www.compaq.com/support/files 5. For instructions, refer on battery power, docked in an optional port replicator, or connected to the Hardware Guide, "Drives...
... installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from a diskette drive diskette, but not a SuperDisk drive disk.) 3. Downloading a KBC ROM Update To download a KBC ROM update: 1. Software Guide 6-7 In the Notebook column, select your notebook. ❏ For home and small office products, visit: http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport ❏ For corporate access products, visit: http://www.compaq.com/support/files 5. For instructions, refer on battery power, docked in an optional port replicator, or connected to the Hardware Guide, "Drives...
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... Hardware Guide, "External Device Connections" section. The menu tables later in the step-by-step Computer Setup procedures provided throughout your notebook guides. For more information about USB, refer on your notebook keyboard. ✎ An external keyboard connected by USB can be used in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, Tools, and Advanced menus: 1. Instructions for using keys to set preferences in Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Setup and Diagnostic Utilities Using Computer Setup Computer Setup...
... Hardware Guide, "External Device Connections" section. The menu tables later in the step-by-step Computer Setup procedures provided throughout your notebook guides. For more information about USB, refer on your notebook keyboard. ✎ An external keyboard connected by USB can be used in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, Tools, and Advanced menus: 1. Instructions for using keys to set preferences in Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. Setup and Diagnostic Utilities Using Computer Setup Computer Setup...
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See drive designations M model, identifying notebook 6-2 modes, SpeedStep 2-13 monitor, external (optional), alert 4-3 MultiBoot default startup sequence 5-3 devices supported by 5-1 enabling devices for 5-2 Express 5-5 function 5-1 setting preferences 5-4 N network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 5-3 drive, copying to use 2-2 hotkeys disabling MultiPort 3-12 entering audio CD commands with 1-6 initiating Standby with 2-7 I infrared disabling 3-12 using Standby with 2-4 Intelligent Manageability fault management alerts 4-2 features 4-1 installing 4-2 setting up Agents 4-2 ...
See drive designations M model, identifying notebook 6-2 modes, SpeedStep 2-13 monitor, external (optional), alert 4-3 MultiBoot default startup sequence 5-3 devices supported by 5-1 enabling devices for 5-2 Express 5-5 function 5-1 setting preferences 5-4 N network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 5-3 drive, copying to use 2-2 hotkeys disabling MultiPort 3-12 entering audio CD commands with 1-6 initiating Standby with 2-7 I infrared disabling 3-12 using Standby with 2-4 Intelligent Manageability fault management alerts 4-2 features 4-1 installing 4-2 setting up Agents 4-2 ...
Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series
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... notebook. Conserving Power as You Work To conserve power as you use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external devices you are not using. ■ Use the Fn+F7 and Fn+F8 hotkeys to quickly lower and raise screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the volume buttons to quickly...
... notebook. Conserving Power as You Work To conserve power as you use the notebook: ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect external devices you are not using. ■ Use the Fn+F7 and Fn+F8 hotkeys to quickly lower and raise screen brightness as you need it. ■ Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal speakers, or use the volume buttons to quickly...
Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series
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... the notebook, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. The hardware upgrade area is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). 7 Hardware Upgrades Obtaining Upgrades To order or learn more about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide. Hardware Guide 7-1 PC Smart Card Reader and biometric identification PC Cards can be used .
... the notebook, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. The hardware upgrade area is a credit card-sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). 7 Hardware Upgrades Obtaining Upgrades To order or learn more about obtaining and installing software updates and upgrades, refer on this CD to the Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide. Hardware Guide 7-1 PC Smart Card Reader and biometric identification PC Cards can be used .
Maintenance and Service Guide
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Product Description Table 1-5 Compaq Presario 2800 Models The following Compaq Presario 2800 models are available in the United States and feature: ■ TouchPad pointing device ■ 8-cell, 4.0 Ah Li ion battery pack ■ 32 MB discrete video memory ■ 1-year warranty on parts and labor P2800 P 170 P5 30 W C 25 E 281630-001 This model includes a MultiPort 802.11b wireless communication device, MultiBay battery pack, and diskette drive. code KSQ1 P2810 P 150...
Product Description Table 1-5 Compaq Presario 2800 Models The following Compaq Presario 2800 models are available in the United States and feature: ■ TouchPad pointing device ■ 8-cell, 4.0 Ah Li ion battery pack ■ 32 MB discrete video memory ■ 1-year warranty on parts and labor P2800 P 170 P5 30 W C 25 E 281630-001 This model includes a MultiPort 802.11b wireless communication device, MultiBay battery pack, and diskette drive. code KSQ1 P2810 P 150...
Maintenance and Service Guide
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...48 PC Card eject button 1-48 PC Card slot 1-48 PC Card slot space saver 3-16 plastic parts 4-2 pointing device, troubleshooting 2-29 port replicators, spare part numbers 3-20 power button 1-52 power cord, spare part numbers 3-20, 3-21 power light 1-51 power management features 1-44 power, troubleshooting 2-12 power/Standby light 1-46, 1-52 processor removal 5-40 spare part numbers 3-11, 5-40 R real time clock (RTC) battery removal 5-42 spare part number 3-11, 5-42 rear panel components 1-47 removal and replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 5-1 right side components 1-45 RJ-11 jack location...
...48 PC Card eject button 1-48 PC Card slot 1-48 PC Card slot space saver 3-16 plastic parts 4-2 pointing device, troubleshooting 2-29 port replicators, spare part numbers 3-20 power button 1-52 power cord, spare part numbers 3-20, 3-21 power light 1-51 power management features 1-44 power, troubleshooting 2-12 power/Standby light 1-46, 1-52 processor removal 5-40 spare part numbers 3-11, 5-40 R real time clock (RTC) battery removal 5-42 spare part number 3-11, 5-42 rear panel components 1-47 removal and replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 5-1 right side components 1-45 RJ-11 jack location...