Compaq Evo N200 Installation instructions

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Hardware Guide
Evo Notebook N200 Series
Document Part Number: 232048-002
November 2001
This guide identifies computer hardware features and provides
procedures for using them. It also includes instructions for setting
up the computer, information about connecting external devices,
and computer specifications.
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© 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation
Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Evo are trademarks of Compaq
Information Technologies Group, L.P.
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their
respective companies.
Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is”
without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The
warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited
warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should
be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
Hardware Guide
Second Edition November 2001
First Edition September 2001
Document Part Number: 232048-002
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Contents
1 Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Installing Optional Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
After Software Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
2 A Look at the Computer
TouchPad, Display Release Latch, and Microphone . . . 2–1
Top Components: Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Top Components: Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Top Components: Keys and Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Left Side Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Right Side Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
Bottom Components: Bays and Compartments . . . . . . . 2–9
Bottom Components: Speaker, Latches, and Vents . . . 2–10
Bottom Components: Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11
Additional Standard Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12
3 Keyboard and Pointing Device
Using the TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Using Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Hotkey Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Hotkey Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Switch Display and Image (Fn+F4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Adjust System Volume (Fn+F5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Initiate QuickLock (Fn+F6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Set Power Conservation Level (Fn+F7) . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Display Battery Charge Information (Fn+F8) . . . . . 3–5
Adjust Screen Brightness (Fn+F9 and Fn+F11). . . . 3–5
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Contents
Using the Fn Key Sequentially . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Enabling the Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Disabling the Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Using Numeric Keypad Keys as Standard Keys . . . 3–8
Enabling the Numeric Keypad at Startup . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Using the Easy Access Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9
Using Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9
Using Custom Assignments and Schemes . . . . . . . 3–10
4 Battery Packs
Charging a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Using a New Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Replacing or Adding a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Replacing a Primary Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Attaching an External Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
Removing an External Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Storing a Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10
Recycling a Used Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10
5 Removable Drives
Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1
Caring for Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Removing and Inserting a Primary Hard Drive . . . . . . . 5–2
Playing Media with an Optional Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–6
Changing the Startup Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–6
6Audio
Identifying Audio Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1
Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1
Audio Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–2
Using the Microphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3
Using the Stereo Speaker/Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . 6–3
Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4
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7 External Device Connections
Connecting a Standard Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1
Connecting the Modem Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2
Connecting a Network Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3
Connecting a USB Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–4
Using a USB Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–5
Enabling USB Legacy Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–6
Linking to an Infrared Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–7
Configuring the Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8
Setting Up an Infrared Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8
Using Suspend with Infrared . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9
8 Hardware Upgrades
Adding and Using PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1
Configuring a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1
Inserting a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2
Removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3
Turning Off Power to a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4
Upgrading Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4
Displaying RAM and Hibernation File Information 8–4
Removing or Inserting a Memory Expansion Board 8–5
9 Specifications
Regulatory Agency Series Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–1
Computer Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2
Operating Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2
Rated Input Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–3
Index
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Hardware Guide 1–1
1
Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Hardware
ÄCAUTION:
Setup must begin with connecting the computer to AC power.
To prevent file corruption, possible damage to components, and ensure
that correct device drivers load:
■Allow sufficient air circulation around the computer and the
AC Adapter during use and while charging the battery pack to
ensure adequate cooling of the device. Prevent direct exposure
to radiant heat sources.
■Run the computer during setup on external AC power, not on
battery power.
■Do not set up the computer while it is docked in an optional
Mobile Expansion Unit.
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Hardware and Software Setup
1. Place the computer on a flat surface near an electrical outlet,
then connect the computer to external AC power.
Plug the AC Adapter cable into the DC power connector 1
on the right side of the computer. Plug the power cord into the
AC Adapter 2and into an electrical outlet 3. (Power cords
and outlets vary by country.)
Connecting the computer to external power
2. Open the computer by sliding the display release latch to the
right 1and raising the display 2.
Opening the computer
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Hardware Guide 1–3
3. Turn on the computer by sliding and releasing the power
switch 1.
Turning on the computer
When hardware setup is complete:
■The power/suspend light 2is on because the computer is on.
■The battery light 3is on because the battery pack is charging.
The battery pack began to charge as soon as the computer
was connected to external power. The battery light remains
on while the battery pack is charging and turns off when the
battery pack is fully charged.
■You are prompted to begin software setup.
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Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Software
The initial setup prompt appears on the screen when the computer
is turned on.
Before responding to the initial setup prompt and proceeding
through the online instructions, read the following setup
information:
ÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct device
drivers install during initial setup:
■Do not unplug the computer from the electrical outlet.
■Do not shut down the computer.
■Once you begin initial software setup, you must complete the
entire process. Setup time varies by computer configuration.
■If you are prompted to select a language or operating system,
choose carefully.
❏The languages and operating system that you do not
choose will be deleted from the system and cannot be
restored during initial setup.
❏An operating system available during initial setup is
enhanced by Compaq. When an operating system is
deleted, the enhancements are also deleted.
■During the setup process, you must accept the End User
License Agreement to continue.
Installing Optional Applications
You can install third-party applications or preloaded Compaq
utilities at any time after initial setup is complete.
■To install a third-party application, refer to the documentation
included with the application.
■To install a preloaded Compaq utility, select the Setup
Compaq Software icon on the Desktop, then follow the
instructions on the screen.
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Hardware and Software Setup
Hardware Guide 1–5
If the icon does not display on the Desktop after initial setup
is complete, select Start > Run. On the command line, type:
C:\cpqapps\setup.exe preload
✎To display descriptions and space requirements of preloaded
Compaq utilities without installing them, select the Setup
Compaq Software icon on the Desktop, then select Next. After
viewing the utility information, select Cancel, then select Exit
Setup.
After Software Setup
After the initial setup is complete, you may want to:
■Calibrate the battery pack.
Although you can use a new battery pack that has been fully
charged to run the computer, the amount of charge in the
battery pack may not be reported accurately until the battery
pack has been calibrated. For calibration information and
instructions, refer on this CD to the Utilities guide,“Power
Management”section.
■Set the power switch, suspend button, or display switch to
initiate Hibernation.
Hibernation is an energy-saving feature and safeguard that
saves all information in RAM (random access memory) to a
hibernation file on the hard drive, then shuts down the
computer. When you exit Hibernation, your work returns to
the screen where you left off. To replace a battery pack that is
the sole power source, you must either initiate Hibernation or
shut down the computer.
Although Hibernation can be initiated from the Microsoft
Windows 2000 Professional operating system Shut Down
menu, it may be more convenient in either the Windows 2000
Professional or the Microsoft Windows XP Professional
operating system to initiate it from a button or switch. For
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more information about using Hibernation, refer on this CD
to the Utilities guide, “Power Management”section, “Setting
Power Procedure Preferences.”
■Read suggestions for creating a safe and comfortable work
environment. Ergonomic and safety information about the
computer is provided on this CD in the Safety & Comfort
Guide.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or
damage to the equipment:
■Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. It is an important
safety feature.
■Plug the equipment into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet
that is easily accessible at all times.
■Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them
so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them.
■Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
■Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the
electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
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Hardware Guide 2–1
2
A Look at the Computer
TouchPad, Display Release Latch, and
Microphone
1 Display release latch Opens the computer.
2 Left and right
TouchPad buttons
Function like the left and right buttons on
an external mouse.
3 TouchPad Moves the pointer, selects, and activates.
4 Microphone Inputs single-channel sound.
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A Look at the Computer
Top Components: Lights
1 Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric
keypad is enabled.
2 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
3 Scroll lock light On: Scroll lock is on.
4 Drive light On: The primary hard drive or any drive in an
optional Mobile Expansion Unit is being
accessed.
5 Battery light On: A battery pack is charging.
Blinking: A battery pack that is the only
available power source has reached a
low-battery condition.
6 Power/suspend
light
On: Power is turned on.
Blinking: Computer is in Suspend*
The power/suspend light also blinks when a
battery pack that is the only available power
source reaches a critical low-battery condition
while Hibernation is disabled.
*In Windows XP Professional and Windows 2000 Professional, the term
Standby replaces the term Suspend .
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A Look at the Computer
Hardware Guide 2–3
Top Components: Power Controls
1 Power switch*Turns the computer on or off or exits
Suspend or Hibernation.*†
When slid while pressing the suspend
button*, resets the computer.
2 Suspend button*■Turns on the computer if it is off.
■Initiates and exits Suspend.*†
■When pressed while sliding the
power switch, resets the
computer.
3 Display switch Turns off the computer display if the
computer is closed while it is on.†
*In Windows XP Professional and Windows 2000 Professional, the term
sleep button replaces the term suspend button, and the term Standby
replaces the term
Suspend .
†This table describes default settings. Different settings can be selected.
For more information about optional power settings, refer on this CD to
the
Utilities guide, “Power Management” section, “Setting Power
Procedure Preferences.”
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A Look at the Computer
Top Components: Keys and Buttons
1 Easy Access
Buttons (4)
Programmable buttons that provide quick
access to Internet or network destinations or
to software applications or data files in the
system.
2 Function keys Execute system and application commands.
Used with Fn key, execute hotkey
commands.
3 Windows logo key Displays Windows Start menu.
4 Fn key Combines with other keys to execute
system commands.
5 Applications key Displays shortcut menu for item beneath the
pointer.
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A Look at the Computer
Hardware Guide 2–5
Left Side Components
1 Infrared port Links another IrDA-compliant
device for wireless communication.
2 Exhaust vent Provides airflow to cool internal
components.
ÄTo prevent overheating,
do not obstruct vent.
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A Look at the Computer
Right Side Components
1 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive.
2 DC power connector Connects an AC Adapter, optional
DC cable, optional Automobile
Power Adapter/Charger, or optional
Aircraft Power Adapter.
3 PC Card slot Supports optional 32-bit (CardBus)
and 16-bit PC Cards.
4 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from
the PC Card slot.
5 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable
to the computer.
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A Look at the Computer
Hardware Guide 2–7
Front Panel Components
1 Stereo speaker/headphone
(line-out) jack
Connects optional, powered
stereo speakers,
headphones, headset, or
television audio.
2 Microphone jack Connects an optional single
sound channel microphone.
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A Look at the Computer
Rear Panel Components
1 External battery pack
connectors (2)
Connect an optional external
battery pack.
2 RJ-45 jack Connects an optional network cable.
✎The RJ-45 jack functions
only when a network
interface card (NIC) is
installed in the computer.
3 RJ-11 jack Connects the modem cable.
(A modem cable is included with
internal modem models.)
✎The RJ-11 jack functions
only when an internal
modem is installed in the
computer.
4 External monitor connector Connects an optional external
monitor or desktop projector.
5 Mobile Expansion Unit
connector
Connects the computer to an optional
Mobile Expansion Unit.
6 USB connectors (2) Connect optional USB devices.
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A Look at the Computer
Hardware Guide 2–9
Bottom Components: Bays and
Compartments
1 Battery bay Holds the primary battery pack.
2 Memory expansion
compartment
Contains 1 memory expansion slot,
which supports a memory expansion
board providing up to 128 megabytes
of RAM (random access memory).
3 Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive.
4 Hard drive bay retaining
screw
Secures the primary hard drive in the
hard drive bay.
5 Mini PCI (personal
computer interface)
compartment
Holds the combination modem/NIC
(network interface card).
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