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Writer: Karen S. Williams Saved by: Cheryl Love Saved date: 09/03/97 9:44 AM

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Using this Guide8
Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED9
- Unpacking the Computer9
- Taking the Battery Pack out of Ship Mode11
- Setting up the Computer13
- Setting up the Software16
- Where to Go from here18
Chapter 2 TAKING a LOOK at the COMPUTER21
- Top Components22
- Display and Left Side Components24
- Right Side Components26
- Rear Panel Components27
- Bottom Components29
- Regional Differences30
Chapter 3 SING the31
- Identifying Shortcut Keys31
- Performing Mouse Functions32
  - Using the Pointing Device and Mouse Buttons32
  - Changing Mouse Function Settings32
- Calculating on the Keyboard33
- Skipping Menus with Hotkeys34
- Automating Your Work with Programmable Keys36
  - Setting Programmable Key Assignments37
  - Viewing Programmable Key Assignments38
- Setting a Scheme39
  - Adding a Scheme39
  - Removing a Scheme40
Chapter 4 MANAGING POWER41
- Choosing a Power Source41
- Identifying Power Controls and Indicators42
- Initiating Power Conditions43
- Customizing Power Settings48
  - Using Power Properties49
  - Using Computer Setup56
Chapter 5 USING BATTERY PACKS57
- Managing Battery Pack Power57
  - Monitoring Battery Pack Activity57
  - Controlling Battery Discharge63
- Charging a Battery Pack65
- Replacing a Discharged Battery Pack66
- Identifying and Resolving a Low-Battery Condition72
Chapter 6 WORKING with REMOVABLE DRIVES73
- Caring for Removable Drives75
- Removing and Inserting Drives76
- Using the Weight Saver85
- Using Boot Management86
  - Changing the Boot Sequence86
  - Using a Partitioned Hard Drive87
Chapter 7 CONNECTING EXTERNAL DESKTOP EQUIPMENT88
- Identifying External Connectors89
- Connecting an External Device90
- Installing Parallel and Serial Device Drivers90
- Setting up an External Monitor or Overhead Projector91
  - Choosing Display Settings91
  - Enabling Energy-Saving Features92
- Using the Infrared Port93
  - Establishing an Infrared Link94
  - Accessing Infrared Software96
Chapter 8 USING a MODEM97
- Connecting a Modem97
- Finding Online Modem Instructions103
- Selecting Modem Software104
- Traveling Internationally105
  - Traveling from Europe or Asia Pacific105
  - Traveling from North America, Latin America, Japan, or Hong Kong106
- Using a Country-Specific Modem Cable108
- Adding an Optional PC Card Modem109
  - Obtaining and Installing a Modem PC Card109
  - Selecting Modem Software109
- Connecting the Modem to a Cellular Phone (North America)110
Chapter 9 USING PC CARDS114
- Selecting PC Card Slots114
- Using the Compaq PC Card Solutions List115
- Configuring a PC Card115
- Inserting a PC Card116
- Removing a PC Card118
  - When the Computer Is off119
  - When the Computer Is on119
Chapter 10 USING AUDIO COMPONENTS120
- Identifying Audio Components121
- Using Audio Features122
- Connecting External Audio Devices124
Chapter 11 INCREASING RAM126
- Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board127
- Installing an Optional Memory Expansion Board127
Chapter 12 MAINTENANCE , SHIPPING , and TRAVEL132
- Caring for the Computer132
- Replacing the Pointing Device Cap134
- Preparing the Computer for Shipping or Travel135
  - Preparing for Air Travel136
  - Preparing for International Travel136
Chapter 13 SECURING the COMPUTER137
- Using Security Software138
- Using Security Hardware145
Chapter 14 COMPUTER SETUP and DIAGNOSTICS150
- Using Computer Setup151
  - Viewing Menus151
  - Getting Help152
- Using Computer Checkup (TEST)152
- Using View System Information (INSPECT)154
- Using Other Features155
  - Manage Diagnostics Partition155
  - Create Diagnostics Diskette155
Chapter 15 INTELLIGENT MANAGEABILITY156
- Fault Management156
- Asset Management157
- Security Management157
Chapter 16 TROUBLESHOOTING158
- Minor Problems Checklist159
- Solving Audio Problems160
- Solving Battery Problems161
- Solving Diskette and Diskette Drive Problems164
- Solving Display Problems166
- Solving Hard Drive Problems169
- Solving Hardware Problems170
- Solving Infrared Problems172
- Solving Keyboard and Numeric Keypad Problems174
- Solving Memory Problems175
- Solving Modem Problems175
- Solving PC Card Problems177
- Solving External Pointing Device Problems179
- Solving Power Problems179
- Solving Printer Problems182
Appendix A183
Compaq Customer Support183
- Preparing for a Technical Support Call183
- Worldwide Telephone Numbers185
Appendix B191
Regulatory Notices191
- Federal Communications Commission Notice192
- Canadian Notice193
- Avis Canadien193
- European Notice193
- Japanese Notice194
- German Ergonomics Notice194
- Airline Travel Notice194
- Energy Star Compliance194
- Battery Notice195
- Power Cords196
- Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991198
- Laser Safety209
Appendix C210
Electrostatic Discharge210
- Grounding Methods211
Appendix D212
Specifications212
- Operating Environment212
- Computer Dimensions213
Index214

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