Compaq Armada 1100 - Reference Guide Manual

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Compaq Armada 1100 Family of Personal Computers

• Controls and Indicators

• Maximizing Battery Life

• Computer Upgrades

• Diagnostics

• Troubleshooting

Reference Guide Compaq Armada 1100 Family of Personal Computers

262446-002

COVER.PM5 9/25/97, 12:59 PM1

Table of Contents

Default Chapter6
- Battery Notice6
- Energy Star Compliance6
- Table of Contents8
- Preface14
- Specifications14
Using this Guide14
Chapter 1 Finding Information about Your Computer16
- Printed and Online References16
- Ordering Backup Diskettes17
- Worldwide Telephone Numbers18
Chapter 2 Taking a Look at the Computer24
- Front and Side Components25
- Keyboard Components26
- Status Panel Indicators27
- Integrated Trackball28
- Rear Components29
- Bottom Components30
Chapter 3 Using the Keyboard32
- Keyboard Components33
- Using the Hotkeys34
  - Customizing the Popup Window36
- Using the Special Function Keys37
- Using the Numeric Keypad38
Chapter 4 Managing Power40
- Power Button41
- Using AC Power45
  - To Connect an AC Adapter45
- Using Battery Power46
- Power Properties53
  - Turning Hibernation off or on54
  - Battery Conservation Levels55
Chapter 5 Using Security58
- Setting Passwords Properties59
- Power-On Password59
- Establishing a Setup Password61
  - Deleting/Changing a Setup Password62
- Identifying Quick Controls62
  - Initiating Quick Controls63
- Using a Cable Lock64
Chapter 6 Upgrading the Computer66
- Installing Software67
- Adding Memory68
Chapter 7 Connecting External Equipment72
- Device Manager Utility72
- Add New Hardware Icon73
- Connecting a Printer73
- Connecting an AC Adapter74
- Connecting an External Enhanced Keyboard76
- Connecting an External Monitor77
- Connecting a Mouse or External Trackball78
Chapter 8 Working with PCMCIA Devices80
- Types of PC Cards81
- Inserting a PC Card83
- Removing a PC Card85
Chapter 9 Caring for the Computer86
- Routine Care87
- Travel Guidelines88
- Shipping Guidelines89
Chapter 10 Diagnostics90
- Accessing Diagnostics90
  - Accessing Diagnostics from Windows90
- Running Computer Checkup (TEST)91
- Running the View System Information(Inspect Utility)93
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting96
- Checklist96
- Interpreting Messages on the Screen97
- Solving Minor Problems97
- Servicing the Computer118
- Preparing for a Call to Customer Support118
Appendix A Specifications120
- Diskette Drive123
- Hard Drives124
- Automobile Adapter125
Appendix B128
POST Error Messages128
Appendix C130
Connector Pin Assignments130
- Serial Connector131
Appendix D Power Cord Set Requirements136
- General Requirements136
- Country-Specific Requirements137
Appendix E140
Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers140
Index142

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