HP Compaq Armada e500, e500s User Manual

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COMPAQ ARMADA E500 S ERIES REFERENCE GUIDE

Second Edition June 2000 First Edition January 2000 Part Number 170045-002

Compaq Computer Corporation

chapter 1

TAKING A LOOK AT THE COMPUTER

Top Components...............................................................................1-1

Left Side Components ......................................................................1-3

Right Side Components....................................................................1-4

Rear Components..............................................................................1-6

Bottom Components.........................................................................1-7

Status Indicator Lights......................................................................1-8

chapter 2

USING THE KEYBOARD

Using the Pointing Device................................................................2-1

Identifying TouchPad Components .............................................2-1

Navigating with the TouchPad.....................................................2-2

Setting TouchPad Preferences .....................................................2-2

Identifying Pointing-Stick Components ......................................2-3

Navigating with the Pointing-Stick..............................................2-4

Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences ..............................................2-5

Using Hotkeys...................................................................................2-6

Switching the Image.....................................................................2-7

Adjusting System Volume ...........................................................2-7

Initiating Quick Controls..............................................................2-8

Setting a Power Conservation Level............................................2-8

Viewing Battery Status.................................................................2-8

Adjusting Panel Contrast..............................................................2-8

Adjusting Brightness....................................................................2-9

Displaying System Information...................................................2-9

Stretching Text .............................................................................2-9

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad..........................................2-10

Toggling the Keypad On and Off ..............................................2-10

Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys..........................2-11

Enabling the Keypad at Startup .................................................2-11

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Easy Access Buttons....................................................................... 2-12

Adding Easy Access Buttons Schemes ..................................... 2-13

Changing Easy Access Buttons Schemes.................................. 2-14

Deleting Easy Access Buttons Schemes.................................... 2-14

Disabling and Enabling the Easy Access Buttons..................... 2-15

Programming the External Keyboard Internet Buttons............. 2-15

chapter 3

USING BATTERY PACKS

Learning About Battery Packs......................................................... 3-1

Using a New Battery Pack................................................................ 3-2

Charging Battery Packs.................................................................... 3-2

Inserting and Removing the Primary Battery Pack........................ 3-3

Removing the Primary Battery Pack........................................... 3-3

Inserting the Primary Battery Pack.............................................. 3-4

Storing a Battery Pack...................................................................... 3-5

Maximizing Battery Pack Life......................................................... 3-5

Recycling Used Battery Packs......................................................... 3-6

System Beeps.................................................................................... 3-6

Beeps with a Blinking Battery Charge Light .............................. 3-6

Beeps with a Blinking Power/Suspend Light.............................. 3-7

Turning Beeps On or Off............................................................. 3-7

chapter 4

MANAGING POWER

Selecting a Power Source................................................................. 4-1

Using Suspend (Standby) and Hibernation...................................... 4-2

Managing Low-Battery Conditions ................................................. 4-5

Identifying Low-Battery Conditions ........................................... 4-5

Resolving Low-Battery Conditions............................................. 4-6

Restoring from Hibernation After Resolving a

Critical Low-Battery Condition................................................... 4-6

Charging a Battery Pack................................................................... 4-7

Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack.........................................4-8

Using the Battery Status Tab....................................................... 4-8

Displaying Power Source and Battery Power Status in

Windows 2000 Professional ........................................................ 4-9

Using the Battery Meter or Power Meter Icon............................ 4-9

Using the Power or Power Meter Tab....................................... 4-11

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Calibrating a Battery Pack..............................................................4-12

Running a Calibration ................................................................4-13

Stopping a Calibration................................................................4-14

Using Power Preferences................................................................4-15

Setting Power Preferences in Windows 95 and

Windows NT 4.0 ........................................................................4-16

Setting Power Preferences in Windows 98................................4-18

Setting Power Preferences in Windows 2000 Professional.......4-19

Turning Auto Insert Notification On or Off..............................4-20

Changing the Processor Performance Mode

(Available on Select Models).........................................................4-20

Changing Performance Modes...................................................4-21

Combining Performance Modes with

Other Power Settings..................................................................4-21

Setting SpeedStep Preferences.......................................................4-21

Using the SpeedStep Window....................................................4-21

Using the SpeedStep Icon ..........................................................4-24

Conserving Battery Power..............................................................4-24

Battery Power Conservation Checklist......................................4-24

Conserving Battery Power in Windows 95................................4-25

Conserving Battery Power in Windows 98................................4-25

Conserving Battery Power in Windows 2000 Professional......4-26

Conserving Battery Power in Windows NT 4.0........................4-26

chapter 5

WORKING WITH REMOVABLE DRIVES AND DEVICE BAYS

Bay Configuration.............................................................................5-1

Caring for Removable Drives...........................................................5-2

Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot.........................5-3

Selecting Diskettes............................................................................5-4

DualBay Devices ..............................................................................5-4

Inserting a DualBay Device.........................................................5-4

Removing a DualBay Device.......................................................5-5

Second Battery Pack.....................................................................5-5

MultiBay Devices.............................................................................5-6

Inserting a MultiBay Device........................................................5-6

Removing a MultiBay Device......................................................5-7

Using the CD or DVD Drive........................................................5-8

Manually Ejecting a CD or DVD.................................................5-9

Using the LS-120 Drive ...............................................................5-9

Using the Third Battery Pack.......................................................5-9

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chapter 6

USING AN INTERNAL MODEM (AVAILABLE ON SELECT MODELS)

Connecting the Modem Cable.......................................................... 6-1

Setting up the Modem ...................................................................... 6-2

Selecting Communication Software................................................. 6-3

Configuring the Modem................................................................... 6-5

Using Modem Commands and Dial Modifiers................................ 6-6

Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally......................... 6-7

Using a Country-Specific Modem Adapter................................. 6-7

Selecting a Country-Specific Modem Configuration.................. 6-8

Travel Connection Checklist ....................................................... 6-9

Reinstalling or Updating Drivers

(Windows 95 or Windows 98)......................................................... 6-9

Uninstalling Modem Drivers:

(Windows 95 or Windows 98)................................................... 6-10

Reinstalling Modem Drivers:

(Windows 95 or Windows 98)................................................... 6-10

Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) .................. 6-10

Uninstalling Modem Drivers: (Windows NT 4.0)................... 6-11

Reinstalling Modem Drivers: (Windows NT 4.0).................... 6-11

chapter 7

CONNECTING TO A LOCAL AREA NETWORK (AVAILABLE ON SELECT MODELS)

Connecting the Network Cable........................................................ 7-1

Turning a LAN Connection On and Off.......................................... 7-2

Accessing the Network at Startup.................................................... 7-2

Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows 95 or Windows 98)... 7-2

Uninstalling Modem and LAN Drivers:

(Windows 95 or Windows 98)..................................................... 7-3

Reinstalling LAN and Modem Drivers

(Windows 95 and Windows 98).................................................. 7-3

Confirming the Network Protocol

(Windows 95 or Windows 98)..................................................... 7-4

Reinstalling or Updating Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) .................... 7-5

Uninstalling Modem and LAN Drivers: (Windows NT 4.0)...... 7-5

Reinstalling Windows NT Networking: (Windows NT 4.0)...... 7-6

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chapter 8

CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES

Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard ..................................8-1

Connecting an External Monitor......................................................8-1

Connecting a Television Monitor.....................................................8-2

Connecting a Mouse or Other External Pointing Device.................8-3

Connecting a Serial Printer...............................................................8-3

Connecting a Parallel Printer............................................................8-3

Connecting Infrared Equipment.......................................................8-4

Configuring the Infrared Port.......................................................8-5

Enabling the Infrared Port............................................................8-5

Connecting USB Peripherals............................................................8-6

Connecting to a Docking Device......................................................8-6

chapter 9

USING PC CARDS

PC Card Types..................................................................................9-1

Inserting a PC Card...........................................................................9-1

Removing a PC Card........................................................................9-3

PC Card Device Drivers ...................................................................9-4

Changing PC Card Settings..............................................................9-4

Managing PC Card Power................................................................9-5

Zoomed Video ..................................................................................9-5

Stopping a PC Card...........................................................................9-5

chapter 10

USING AUDIO FEATURES

Identifying the Audio Components................................................10-1

Using Internal and External Microphones .....................................10-2

Using Internal and External Speakers/Headphones.......................10-3

Controlling Audio Volume.............................................................10-3

Speaker Ports ..................................................................................10-4

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chapter 11

UPGRADING THE COMPUTER

Upgrading System Memory........................................................... 11-1

Checking the Amount of Memory............................................. 11-1

Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board.................... 11-2

Inserting a Memory Expansion Board....................................... 11-2

Removing a Memory Expansion Board.................................... 11-4

Upgrading the Hard Drive.............................................................. 11-6

Removing and Inserting the Primary Hard Drive ..................... 11-6

Attaching a Hard Drive Adapter.................................................... 11-6

Adding an Internal Modem............................................................ 11-6

chapter 12

MAINTENANCE & TRAVEL GUIDELINES

Updating the System....................................................................... 12-1

Obtaining Customized Update Information with

Info Messenger........................................................................... 12-1

Obtaining Software Updates and Enhancements

by Subscription .......................................................................... 12-1

Obtaining Software Updates from the Compaq Internet Site... 12-2

Ordering Preinstalled Software.................................................. 12-2

Updating the System ROM........................................................ 12-2

Reinstalling Software..................................................................... 12-4

Caring for the Computer................................................................. 12-4

Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel............................ 12-5

Traveling with the Computer ......................................................... 12-5

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chapter 13

SECURITY FEATURES

Types of Security............................................................................13-1

Using the Cable Lock .....................................................................13-2

Using the Power-On Password.......................................................13-3

Establishing the Power-On Password........................................13-3

Establishing the Power-On Password in

Windows 2000 Professional.......................................................13-4

Entering a Power-On Password .................................................13-4

Changing the Power-On Password ............................................13-5

Deleting the Power-On Password..............................................13-6

If You Forget Your Power-On Password ..................................13-6

Establishing the Administrator Password

(Windows 2000 Professional)....................................................13-7

Using Quick Controls.....................................................................13-7

Enabling Quick Controls............................................................13-8

Initiating Quick Controls............................................................13-8

Using the Setup Password ..............................................................13-8

Establishing the Setup Password................................................13-8

Entering the Setup Password......................................................13-9

Changing the Setup Password..................................................13-10

Deleting the Setup Password....................................................13-10

Enabling and Disabling Devices ..................................................13-11

DriveLock Overview ....................................................................13-11

User and Master Passwords Overview ....................................13-12

Establishing DriveLock Protection..........................................13-13

Changing the User or Master Password...................................13-14

Removing DriveLock Protection.............................................13-15

Compaq Computer Security (Windows 2000 Professional)........13-16

Setting Port Security.................................................................13-16

Setting Boot (Start-Up) Security..............................................13-16

Displaying or Entering System Information............................13-17

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chapter 14

INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY

Intelligent Manageability Overview .............................................. 14-1

Asset Management ......................................................................... 14-2

Fault Management.......................................................................... 14-3

Fault Management Alerts........................................................... 14-3

Security Management..................................................................... 14-4

Configuration Management............................................................ 14-4

chapter 15

COMPUTER SETUP AND DIAGNOSTICS UTILITIES

Selecting Computer Setup or Compaq Diagnostics

for Windows................................................................................... 15-1

Using Computer Setup ................................................................... 15-2

Selecting from the File Menu.................................................... 15-3

Selecting from the Security Menu............................................. 15-3

Selecting from the Advanced Menu.......................................... 15-4

Using Compaq Diagnostics for Windows...................................... 15-6

Displaying System Information................................................. 15-6

Running a Diagnostic Test......................................................... 15-6

chapter 16

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Checklist ............................................................. 16-1

appendix A

COMPAQ CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Preparing to Call Technical Support............................................... A-1

Worldwide Telephone Numbers..................................................... A-2

appendix B

REGULATORY NOTICES

appendix C

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE

appendix D

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX .......................................................................................................I-1

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chapter

TAKING A LOOK AT THE COMPUTER

Top Components

Component Function

Power switch Slides to turn the computer on or off.

Standby/Suspend switch Initiates and exits Suspend. Turns on

While working in Windows, click StartÅShut Down to exit the operating system and turn off the computer.

the computer if it is off. When used with the Fn key on the computer, the Suspend button initiates Hibernation.

Taking a Look at the Computer 1-1

Continued

Top Components Continued

Component Function

Stereo speakers Built-in speakers for high-quality

Battery light Indicates the battery is charging

Power/Suspend light Blinks every four seconds. This

Volume Control buttons Controls the speaker volume.

MultiBay Accepts a CD drive, DVD drive,

Speaker ports Integrated tuned loudspeaker ports

TouchPad Provides integrated pointing device

Left and right TouchPad buttons

stereo sound and a multimedia sound system.

when light is on. If the light is off, the battery is not charging. A blinking light indicates a low battery condition.

indicates the computer is in suspend mode.

SuperDisk LS-120 drive, second hard drive, third battery pack, or a weight saver.

that allow airflow to and from the internal stereo speakers.

functions. Function like the left-click and right-

click buttons of an external mouse. Used with the TouchPad, the TouchPad button drags and highlights.

Pointing Stick Moves the mouse cursor. Left and right pointing

stick buttons (pointing stick models only)

DualBay Accepts a diskette drive, a second

Easy Access buttons Allows direct access to predefined

1-2 Taking a Look at the Computer

Functions like the left-click and rightclick buttons on an external mouse.

battery pack, or a weight saver.

websites when connected to the Internet.

Left Side Components

Component Function

Tilt foot Retractable feet on the rear base of

Battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.

the computer that open and lock into place in order to angle the keyboard to a more comfortable position.

Taking a Look at the Computer 1-3

Right Side Components

Component Function

PC Card slots Slots that support Type II or Type III

Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone.

Stereo speaker/ headphone jack

Lock provision Accepts an anti-theft cable that

RJ-45 jack Connects the Ethernet cable (NIC) to

RJ-11 jack Connects the RJ-11 modem cable to

PC Cards, such as modem, hard drive, or network cards. These slots accept 16-bit PC Cards and 32-bit Cardbus Cards.

Connects to a headphone or external speakers.

secures the computer to a fixed object.

the computer. Available on models with an internal NIC/modem combination

the computer. Available on models with an internal modem

Continued

1-4 Taking a Look at the Computer

Right Side Components Continued

Component Function

Infrared port Infrared signals for communicating

Composite TV-Out jack Connects a television to the

Tilt foot Retractable feet on the rear base of

with another computer. Links to another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication.

computer.

the computer that open and lock into place in order to angle the keyboard to a more comfortable position.

Taking a Look at the Computer 1-5

Rear Components

Component Function

Power connector Connects to an AC adapter when the

USB connector Allows connection to Universal Serial

Serial connector Connects an optional external serial

External monitor

connector

Docking connector A 176-pin expansion bus connector

Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device

Keyboard/Mouse connector

battery or charge battery are not operating.

Bus (USB) devices, such as a keyboard or mouse, or to a camera for video conferencing.

device such as a mouse or printer. Connects an optional external

display, such as an external CRT monitor.

that connects the computer to the optional docking solutions.

such as a printer. Connects an external keyboard or

mouse.

1-6 Taking a Look at the Computer

Bottom Components

Component Function

Modem compartment Provides access to the internal

Keyboard security screw Keeps the keyboard secured to the

Hard drive release latch Releases the hard drive.

Hard drive compartment Provides access to the primary hard

Battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack.

DualBay release latch Releases the second battery pack or

MultiBay release latch Releases the MultiBay device from

modem. The modem is available on select models and as an option for other models.

computer.

drive. A security screw prevents unauthorized access to the hard drive. Use a standard screwdriver to remove the screw.

diskette drive from the DualBay.

the MultiBay.

Taking a Look at the Computer 1-7

Status Indicator Lights

The five lights located above the keyboard indicate system

operations and status.

Status Indicator Lights

Light Function

Hard drive/CD/DVD drive

light indicator

Diskette drive light

indicator Num Lock On: embedded numeric keypad is

Caps Lock On: Caps Lock function is on.

Scroll Lock On: Scroll Lock key function is on.

Turns on when the hard drive or optional CD or DVD drive is accessed.

Turns on when the diskette drive is accessed.

active.

1-8 Taking a Look at the Computer

chapter

USING THE KEYBOARD

Using the Pointing Device

The built-in TouchPad (TouchPad models) and the EasyPoint IV pointing stick (pointing stick models) function with any software that supports a Microsoft-compatible mouse.

NOTE: If you are using software that does not support a Microsoft-

compatible mouse, select Advanced➔Device Options in Computer Setup, then select the Disable Multiple Pointing Devices check box.

Identifying TouchPad Components

TouchPad

Left TouchPad button

Right TouchPad button

Using the Keyboard 2-1

Navigating with the TouchPad

TouchPad Procedures

Task Procedure

Move the cursor Move your finger directionally across the

Increase or decrease cursor speed

Right-, left-, or center-click or double-click

Highlight an item* Press down on the TouchPad as you move

Select text or an object* Position the cursor over the highlighted

Activate a selection* Position the cursor over the selection, then

Select, then drag and drop an item*

*To perform this task exactly as you would with an external mouse, use the left pointing-device button like the left button of an external mouse.

TouchPad surface. Increase or decrease finger speed across

the TouchPad surface. or Adjust cursor speed using TouchPad

Preferences. See Setting TouchPad Preferences for more information.

Press the right or left TouchPad button as you would the corresponding button on an external mouse.

the cursor over the item.

text or object, then quickly tap the TouchPad once.

quickly tap the TouchPad twice. NOTE: To select and activate a preference,

first tap the preference once to select it, then tap the preference twice to activate it.

Press down on the TouchPad as you move the cursor over the item, then drag the item to the new location. To drop the item, release the pressure.

Setting TouchPad Preferences

To access all TouchPad features and settings, including mouse trails, cursor speed, double-click space, and Windows 98 singleclick mode, select StartÅSettingsÅControl PanelÅMouse. Or, place the cursor over the TouchPad icon in the system tray and press the left TouchPad button.

2-2 Using the Keyboard

Identifying Pointing-Stick Components

EasyPoint IV pointing stick

Left pointing-stick button

Right pointing-stick button

Scroll pointing-stick button

Using the Keyboard 2-3

Navigating with the Pointing-Stick

Pointing-Stick Procedures

Task Procedure

Move the cursor Directionally press the pointing stick. Increase or decrease

cursor speed

Right-, left-, or center-click or double-click

Highlight an item* Press and hold down the pointing stick as

Select text or an object* Position the cursor over the highlighted

Activate a selection* Position the cursor over the selection, then

Select, then drag and drop an item*

Scrolling Position the cursor over the selection, then

*To perform this task exactly as you would with an external mouse, use the left pointing-device button like the left button of an external mouse.

Increase or decrease pressure on the pointing stick.

or Adjust cursor speed using Pointing-Stick

Preferences. See Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences for more information.

Press the right, left, or scroll pointing stick buttons as you would the right, left, or center buttons on an external mouse.

you move the mouse cursor over the item.

text or object, then quickly tap the pointing stick once.

quickly tap the pointing stick twice. NOTE: To select and activate a preference,

first tap the preference once to select it, then tap the preference twice to activate it.

Press down on the pointing stick as you move the cursor over the item, then drag the item to the new location. To drop the item, release the pressure.

press the Scroll pointing-stick button to move up or down.

2-4 Using the Keyboard

Setting Pointing-Stick Preferences

EasyPoint IV pointing stick model

■ To access settings common to any Microsoft-compatible

mouse, such as mouse trails, cursor speed, double-click pace, and Windows 98 single-click mode, select StartÅSettingsÅControl PanelÅMouse.

■ To access settings and instructions for using additional

EasyPoint IV pointing stick features, such as scrolling, magnifying, and selecting an icon without tapping the pointing stick, select StartÅSettingsÅControl PanelÅTrackpoint. Or, place the cursor over the PointingStick icon in the system tray and press the left pointingstick button.

Using the Keyboard 2-5

Using Hotkeys

Hotkeys are preset combinations of the Fn key 1 plus a second key that activate frequently used system functions. The icons on the function keys

F4-F10 2, Fn+T

functions.

■ To use hotkeys on an external keyboard, which does not have

Fn key, press the Scroll Lock key twice, then the second key

an only of the hotkeys combination. For example, to use the

Fn+F10 hotkeys, press Scroll LockÅScroll Lock+F10.

NOTE:

The Fn+F6 hotkeys cannot be used on an external

keyboard connected through a USB connector.

■ To close a window opened with hotkeys, use standard

Windows procedures or press the hotkeys.

, and Fn+Esc 4 represent these

Hotkeys Quick Reference

Task Hotkeys

Switch the image Fn+F4

Adjust system volume Fn+F5

2-6 Using the Keyboard

Continued

Hotkeys Quick Reference Continued

Task Hotkeys

Initiate Quick Controls Fn+F6 Set a power conservation level Fn+F7 View battery status Fn+F8 Adjust panel contrast FN+F9 Adjust screen brightness Fn+F10 Display system information Fn+Esc Stretch text Fn+T

Switching the Image

In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 toggle Fn+F4 to switch the image among the computer display, an external display, and simultaneous display. The external display can be connected through the external monitor connector or the video-out jack.

In Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional toggle switch the image between the computer display and an external display that is connected to the external monitor connector.

■ When MultiMonitor is enabled, press Fn+F4 to turn off the

external display and disable MultiMonitor.

■ When MultiMonitor is disabled, toggle Fn+F4 to switch the

image among the computer display, the external display, and simultaneous display.

Fn+F4 to

Adjusting System Volume

■ To adjust system volume:

■ Press Fn+F5 using the on-screen slide button or the keyboard

arrow keys.

■ Press the front-mounted volume control buttons. See Top

Components in Chapter 1.

■ To mute or restore volume:

■ Press Fn+F5+M

■ Press Fn+F5, then select or clear the Mute check box.

■ Press the front panel volume control buttons at the same

time.

Using the Keyboard 2-7

Initiating Quick Controls

Quick Controls are security features that can disable the keyboard and pointing device and clear the screen. Before you can use Quick Controls, set a power-on password and enable Quick Control preferences. For instructions, refer to Chapter 13.

■ To initiate Quick Controls, press Fn+F6.

■ To exit Quick Controls, enter your power-on password.

The

Fn+F6 hotkeys cannot be used on an external keyboard

connected through a USB connector on the computer or an optional docking base.

Setting a Power Conservation Level

In Windows 2000 Professional press Fn+F7 to open the Power Options Properties window. Select the Battery Conservation Settings tab.

In Windows 98 press In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 press

Battery Conservation Settings window. Select one of the following preset battery conservation levels:

■ High—Maximizes running time from a single charge.

■ Medium—Balances system performance with running time.

■ None (Drain)—Runs the computer at full power.

Fn+F7 to open the Power Schemes window.

Fn+F7 to open the

Viewing Battery Status

Press Fn+F8 to view the status of all installed batteries. Battery packs are listed by location.

■ To display the location of a listed battery, select the

corresponding battery icon.

■ A lightning bolt icon beside a battery icon indicates that the

battery pack in that location is charging.

Adjusting Panel Contrast

Press Fn+F9 to adjust the panel contrast of the computer screen with an on-screen slide button or with the arrow keys. This feature is only available to select models.

2-8 Using the Keyboard

Adjusting Brightness

Press Fn+F10 to adjust the brightness of the computer screen with an on-screen slide button or with the arrow keys.

Displaying System Information

Press Fn+Esc to display information about system hardware components and software version numbers.

NOTE: The number beside System BIOS is the version number of

your system ROM.

Stretching Text

When the computer is running MS-DOS under Windows and the desktop area resolution is set lower than the display resolution,

Fn+T to toggle the image between Text Stretch, which

press stretches the text to fill more of the screen, and not stretched. Text Stretch is the default.

Using the Keyboard 2-9

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad

Toggling the Keypad On and Off

To convert the embedded numeric keypad section 1 of the computer keyboard to a numeric keypad, press

■ When the embedded numeric keypad is enabled, the

characters upper-right on the keypad keys are active and the num lock light is on.

■ To disable the embedded numeric keypad, toggle

Fn+Num Lk.

■ The embedded numeric keypad cannot be enabled while

an optional external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the computer.

Fn+Num Lk 2.

2-10 Using the Keyboard

Operating the Keypad Keys as Standard Keys

To use the embedded numeric keypad keys as standard keyboard keys while the keypad is enabled:

■ Press and hold Fn to use the keys as you would when typing in

lowercase.

■ Press and hold Fn+Shift to use the keys as you would when

typing in uppercase.

Enabling the Keypad at Startup

■ To set the computer to start up with the embedded

numeric keypad enabled—

1. Turn on or restart the computer, then press F10 when the blinking cursor appears upper-right on the screen.

■ To change the language, press F2.

■ For navigation instructions, press F1.

2. Select AdvancedÅDevice Options, then press Enter.

3. Toggle the field beside Num Lock State at Boot to On, then

F10.

press

4. To save your preferences, then close Computer Setup and restart the computer, select FileÅSave Changes and Exit, then press

Enter.

5. When you are prompted to confirm your action, press F10.

■ To disable the embedded numeric keypad at startup—

Repeat the above procedure with the Num Lock State at Boot field toggled Off.

NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad can be enabled or disabled

Fn+Num Lk in either startup state.

with

Using the Keyboard 2-11

Easy Access Buttons (Available on Select Models)

The Easy Access Buttons located at the top of your keyboard provide quick access to the Internet. Before using these buttons, you must have Internet service. Reference the following illustration and table for the location and description of your computer’s Easy Access Buttons.

Easy Access Buttons

No. Button Function

2-12 Using the Keyboard

Armada Information Page —Direct link to Compaq Armada mobile user information for quick answers to your computer questions.

MyArmada—Internet start point. Connects to a personalized Web page filled with local weather, news, sports, and financial information.

Search—Opens the AltaVista search engine website, which helps you locate information on the Internet.

Email—Provides one-touch access to your default Email application for sending and reading your Email.

To use the Easy Access Buttons:

■ You must be connected to the Internet. Until you set up your

Internet Service Provider (ISP), each Easy Access Button will launch the Compaq Internet Setup process.

■ You do not have to be connected to your ISP to add, change,

or delete schemes.

You can also connect an external Compaq keyboard to the computer. When an external Compaq keyboard that has seven or eight Internet buttons is connected to your computer, the first four buttons on the external keyboard will automatically default to the Easy Access Buttons.

Adding Easy Access Buttons Schemes

Schemes are a collection of up to four button assignments that you define. You can add additional schemes so that the buttons will perform different functions depending on which scheme is currently selected. There is no limit to the number of schemes that can be added, but the buttons will only work for the scheme that is currently selected.

To add a new scheme:

1. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons icon located on the Windows Taskbar.

or Click StartÅSettingsÅ

Control PanelÅdouble-click KeyboardÅ click the Easy Access Buttons tab.

2. Click on Add.

3. Type the name of the scheme to be added.

4. In the Button Name box, type a name for the button being assigned.

5. In the Button Assignment box, type the filename, program, or website address (URL) to be assigned to the button.

6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for each of the Easy Access Buttons being assigned to this scheme.

7. Click OK.

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CONTENTS

TAKING A LOOK AT THE COMPUTER

Top Components

Left Side Components

Right Side Components

Rear Components

Bottom Components

Status Indicator Lights

Using the Pointing Device

Using the Keyboard 2-1

Using Hotkeys

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad

Easy Access Buttons