This guide explains how to identify and use notebook hardware
features, including connectors for external devices. It also
includes power and environmental specifications, which may be
helpful when traveling with the notebook.
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Hardware Guide
First Edition June 2002
Reference Number: N1005/900
Document Part Number: 272633-001
sound.Supports an optional
USB-enabled wireless device such as
a Bluetooth MultiPort, 802.11b
Wireless LAN MultiPort, and future
wireless technologies.
Identifying External Hardware
Pointing Device Components
Pointing Device Components
TouchPadMoves the cursor. Can be set to
1
perform additional mouse functions
such as scroll, select, and
double-click.*
Left and right TouchPad
2
buttons
Scroll buttonScrolls up, down, left, or right through
3
*For information about modifying pointing device functions, refer to the
Documentation Library
and Keyboard,” in the section “Setting Pointing Device Preferences.”
CD,
Hardware Guide,
Function like the left and right buttons
on an external mouse.
most application and Internet browser
windows.
Chapter 2, “Pointing Device
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Top Components
Power Lights
Identifying External Hardware
Top Components: Power Lights
AC Adapter lightOn: AC power is being supplied
1
through the AC Adapter.
Power/standby lightOn: Power is turned on.
2
Blinking: Notebook is in Standby.
Battery lightOn: The battery pack is charging.
3
Blinking: The battery pack has
reached a low-battery condition.
Hardware Guide1–3
Identifying External Hardware
Keyboard and Drive Lights
Top Components: Keyboard and Drive Lights
Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on or the internal
1
keypad is on.*
Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
2
IDE (Integrated Drive
3
Electronics) drive light
*For more information about using num lock, the internal keypad, or an
external keypad, refer to the
Chapter 2, “Pointing Device and Keyboard,” in the section “Keypads.”
Documentation Library
On: The hard drive, CD, or DVD drive
is being accessed.
CD,
Hardware Guide,
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Power and Volume Controls
Identifying External Hardware
Top Components: Power and Volume Controls
Power button*When the notebook is:
1
■
Off, briefly press to turn on the notebook.
■
On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation.
■
In Standby, briefly press to exit Standby.
■
In Hibernation, briefly press to exit
Hibernation.
If the system has stopped responding and
Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used,
press and hold for 4 seconds to turn off the
notebook.
Volu me
2
buttons (2)
Display switch*Turns off the notebook display if the notebook is
3
*This table describes default settings. For information about changing
the function of the power button, display switch, or
to the
Management.”
Documentation Library
Adjust, mute, or restore system volume. To mute
or restore volume, press both volume buttons at
the same time.
closed while it is on.
hotkeys, refer
CD,
Software Guide,
Fn+F3
Chapter 1, “Power
Hardware Guide1–5
Identifying External Hardware
Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys
Top Components: Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys
Easy Access Buttons (4)Provide quick access to Internet or
1
network destinations, or to software
applications or data files on a drive.
The icon on each button represents
the default destination. Buttons can
be programmed to different
destinations.
Microsoft logo keys (2)Display Windows Start menu.
2
Applications keyDisplays shortcut menu for item
3
beneath the pointer.
1–6Hardware Guide
Function and Keypad Keys
Identifying External Hardware
Top Components: Function and Keypad Keys
Function keys (12)Perform system and application
1
tasks. For example, in Windows and
many applications, pressing
a Help file. When combined with the
key, the function keys F2through
Fn
and F7 through
F4
additional tasks as hotkeys.*
keyCombines with other keys to perform
Fn
2
system tasks. For example, pressing
the
Fn+F7
brightness and pressing the
hotkeys increases screen brightness.
Keypad keys (15)*Can be used like the keys on an
3
external numeric keypad.
*For more information about using hotkeys or keypad keys, refer to the
Documentation Library
and Keyboard.”
CD,
Hardware Guide,
hotkeys decreases screen
Chapter 2, “Pointing Device
perform
F12
opens
F1
Fn+F8
Hardware Guide1–7
Identifying External Hardware
Front Panel Components
Front Panel Components
Stereo speakers (2)Produce stereo sound.
1–8Hardware Guide
Rear Panel Components
Connectors
Identifying External Hardware
Rear Panel Components: Connectors
AC power connectorConnects an AC Adapter.
1
USB connectors (2)Connect optional USB devices.
2
External monitor connectorConnects an optional external
3
monitor or overhead projector.
Keyboard/mouse connectorConnects an optional PS/2 keyboard
4
or mouse.
Parallel connectorConnects an optional parallel device
5
such as a printer.
Hardware Guide1–9
Identifying External Hardware
Vents and Jacks
Rear Panel Components: Vents and Jacks
Microphone jackConnects an optional single-sound channel
1
microphone.
Audio-out jackConnects optional headphones, a headset,
2
or powered stereo speakers. Also connects
the audio function of an audio/video device
such as a television or VCR.
Vents for fan (2)Allows airflow to cool internal components.
3
To prevent overheating, do not
Ä
obstruct the vent. Do not allow a
hard surface, such as an adjoining
optional printer, or a fabric, such as
bedding or clothing, to block airflow.
S-video-out jackConnects an optional S-video device such
4
as a television, VCR, or camcorder.
RJ-45 network jackConnects a network cable. A network cable
5
is included with select models.
RJ-11 telephone jackConnects the modem cable.
6
1–10Hardware Guide
Left Side Components
Identifying External Hardware
Left Side Components
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to
1
the notebook.
Vent (1 of 3)Provides airflow to cool internal
2
components.
To prevent overheating, do
Ä
not obstruct the vent. Do not
allow a hard surface, such as
an adjoining optional printer,
or a fabric, such as bedding
or clothing, to block airflow.
PC Card eject buttonEjects an optional PC Card from the
3
PC Card slot.
PC Card slotSupports an optional Type I or Type II
4
32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card.
Diskette driveSlot for a standard 3.5-inch diskette.
5
Hardware Guide1–11
Identifying External Hardware
Right Side Components
Right Side Components
Battery bayHolds the battery pack.
1
Optical drive bayHolds CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD or
2
DVD/CD-RW drive.
Infrared portProvides wireless communication
3
between the notebook and an
optional IrDA-compliant device.
1394 ConnectorConnects an optional 1394 device.
4
1–12Hardware Guide
Identifying External Hardware
Underside Components
Memory and Mini PCI Compartments
Underside Components: Memory and Mini PCI Compartments
Mini PCI (personal
1
computer interface)
compartment
Memory compartmentContains 2 memory slots for
2
Supports an optional mini PCI board
such as a modem board. (A modem
board is included with some notebook
models.)
PC2100-compliant memory boards.
As shipped, the memory
compartment may contain 1 or
2 memory boards.
Hardware Guide1–13
Identifying External Hardware
Labels
Underside Components: Labels
System label*Provides regulatory information about
1
the notebook.
Microsoft Certificate of
2
Authenticity label*
MultiPort agency approvals
3
label* (models that ship with
a wireless device only)
Serial number*Identifies the notebook. You will need
4
*The appearance and position of labels vary by model.
Contains your Product Key number.
You may need this information to
update or troubleshoot the operating
system.
Lists the countries in which the
wireless device has been approved
for use.
You may need this information to use
the wireless device while traveling.
this number if you call Compaq
customer support or download
software from the Compaq Web site.
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Identifying External Hardware
Additional Standard Components
The components included with the notebook vary by
geographical region and the notebook hardware ordered. The
following illustrations and tables identify the standard external
components included with most notebook models.
Documentation and Restore CDs
Additional Standard Components: Documentation and
Restore CDs
Documentation Library
1
Restore CDsContain the software preinstalled on
2
CD Includes the following guides:
■
Hardware Guide
■
Software Guide
■
Modem and Networking
■
Modem Command Guidelines
(Advanced Users Only)
■
Maintenance, Shipping
and Travel
■
Troubleshooting
■
Regulatory and Safety Notices
the notebook. The number of CDs
varies by model.
Hardware Guide1–15
Identifying External Hardware
Cord and Cables
Additional Standard Components: Cord and Cables
Power cord*Connects the AC Adapter to an
1
AC electrical outlet.
Modem cableConnects the modem to an
2
RJ-11 telephone jack or to a
country-specific modem adapter.
The modem cable has a
✎
6-pin
RJ-11 telephone
connector at each end.
Network cable (select
3
models only)
*Power cords vary in appearance by region.
Connects the notebook to an
Ethernet network jack.
The network cable has an
✎
8-pin
RJ-45 network
connector at each end.
1–16Hardware Guide
Adapters and Accessories
Identifying External Hardware
Additional Standard Components: Adapters and Accessories
AC Adapter*Converts AC power to DC power.
1
Country-specific modem
2
adapter (included by region
as required)
Japan-specific outlet
3
adapter (Japan only)
*AC Adapters vary in appearance by region.
Adapts the modem cable to a
non-RJ-11 telephone jack.
Connects the AC Adapter to a
2-prong electrical outlet.
Hardware Guide1–17
Pointing Device and Keyboard
TouchPad Pointing Device
To move the cursor, sometimes called the pointer, slide your
finger across the TouchPad surface
move the cursor. If the cursor continues to move after you release
the TouchPad, wait a few seconds and the cursor will stop
moving.
1
2
in the direction you want to
Use the left
left and right buttons on an external mouse.
Use the arrows on the scroll button
the scroll bars on the edges of windows. The scroll button moves
the viewing area up, down, right, and left in Internet browser
windows as well as most application windows.
and right 3 TouchPad buttons as you would the
2
as you would the arrows on
4
Identifying TouchPad components
Hardware Guide2–1
Pointing Device and Keyboard
Setting Pointing Device Preferences
The TouchPad is supported by the mouse software in the
operating system. To access the custom mouse settings available
through the operating system, select Start > Control Panel >
Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse icon.
Among the settings you can select are:
■
TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad
once to select an object or twice to double-click an object.
■
Edge motion, which enables you to continue to scroll even
though your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad.
■
Palm Check, which helps prevent moving the cursor
unintentionally if your palms contact the TouchPad as
you type.
Other features, such as mouse trails and mouse speed preferences,
are available. To discover them, look through the tabs in the
Mouse Properties window. To learn more about a feature, select
the question mark in the upper right corner of the window, then
select the feature. To select a setting, follow the instructions on
the screen, then select the OK button.
2–2Hardware Guide
Pointing Device and Keyboard
Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys
Identifying Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys
Hotkeys are preset combinations of the Fnkey1 and one of the
function keys or the
through F4 and F7 through
F2
available on your notebook.
Shortcut keys access information about your notebook and
provide a means to access Compaq help and support.
key 2. The icons on the function keys
esc
represent the hotkey functions
F12
Identifying hotkeys and shortcut keys
Hardware Guide2–3
Pointing Device and Keyboard
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Quick Reference
The following table identifies the hotkey and shortcut key
functions set at the factory. For information about changing the
functions of the
Fn+F2
or
Fn+F3
Key Commands” later in this chapter.
Default FunctionHotkey
hotkeys, see “Hotkey and Shortcut
Access Compaq Help and Support.
Turn a device in the optional MultiPort on or off.
Initiate Standby.
Switch display and image.
Decrease screen brightness.
Increase screen brightness.
Play or pause a CD.
Stop a CD.
Play the previous track on a CD.
Play the next track on a CD.
Display system information.
Fn+F1
Fn+F2
Fn+F3
Fn+F4
Fn+F7
Fn+F8
Fn+F9
Fn+F10
Fn+F11
Fn+F12
Fn+esc
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Pointing Device and Keyboard
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures
To use a hotkey command or shortcut key on the notebook
keyboard:
■
Briefly press the Fn key, then briefly press the second key of
the command.
or
■
Press and hold down the Fn key, briefly press the second key
of the command, then release both keys simultaneously.
To use hotkeys on an external keyboard, press the
twice, then the second key only of the hotkey combination. For
example, to use the
press
scroll lock+scroll lock+F8.
Fn+F8
hotkeys to increase screen brightness,
The key combination does not function on a USB keyboard.
Hotkey and Shortcut Key Commands
Access Compaq Help and Support
Compaq Help and Support provides links to the Compaq Web site
where you can:
■
Download the latest software and drivers for your notebook.
■
Open an online service event with a Compaq support
specialist.
■
Get information about your notebook, including user guides,
specifications, white papers, part numbers, and customer
advisories.
scroll lock
key
To access Compaq Help and Support:
■
Press the
or
■
Select Start > Compaq Information Center > Compaq Help
and Support.
Hardware Guide2–5
Fn+F1
shortcut keys.
Pointing Device and Keyboard
Turn an Optional MultiPort Device On or Off (Fn+F2)
✎
The
Fn+F2
hotkeys are set at the factory to turn a device in the
optional MultiPort on or off.
MultiPort is an option and may not be available for all notebook
models at time of purchase.
When a device in the MultiPort is off, press the
Fn+F2
hotkeys to
turn the device on. When a device in the MultiPort is on, press the
Fn+F2
■
■
hotkeys to turn the device off.
To send or receive messages, turn the device on.
To conserve power, turn the device off.
The status light on the MultiPort device is on when power is on,
and off when power is off.
Identifying the MultiPort status light
The
Fn+F2
hotkeys are enabled by default, but can be disabled in
Computer Setup. The device in the MultiPort can be set to remain
on or off while the
2–6Hardware Guide
Fn+F2
hotkeys are disabled.
Pointing Device and Keyboard
Fn+F2
hotkeys preferences are set in Computer Setup. Computer
Setup is a non-Windows utility. For more information about using
Computer Setup, see the Software Guide, Chapter 4, “Setup
Utilities and Diagnostics,” on this CD.
1. To open Computer Setup, turn on or restart the notebook,
then press
while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is
F10
displayed in the lower left of the screen.
❏
To change the language, press
❏
To view navigation information, press
F2.
F1.
2. Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu, then
press
3. Use the arrow keys to select Device Security, then press
enter.
enter.
4. Select MultiPort Fn+F2. The status of the device in the
MultiPort is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
5. To change the status of the device in the MultiPort, press the
Fn+F2
whichever status is selected at the time that the
hotkeys. (The device in the MultiPort will remain in
Fn+F2
hotkeys
are disabled.)
6. To disable the
Fn+F2
MultiPort Fn+F2 to Disable. (To reenable the
hotkeys, set the status field beside
Fn+F2
hotkeys,
set this status field to Enable.)
7. To confirm your settings, press
F10.
8. To exit Computer Setup, use the arrow keys to select an exit
option from the File menu, then follow the instructions on
the screen.
Your preference is set as you exit Computer Setup and is in effect
when the notebook restarts.
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