Compaq LTE 5000 - Notebook PC User manual

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Notice
The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS
CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE
FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.
This guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this
guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written
consent from Compaq Computer Corporation.
1995 Compaq Computer Corporation.
All rights reserved. Printed in Singapore.
Compaq, Deskpro, LTE, Contura, Presario, ProLinea
Registered U. S. Patent and Trademark Office.
LTE 5000 is a trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.
Contura Registered in the Philippines Patent Office.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Windows 95 is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
The software described in this guide is furnished under a license agreement or
nondisclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in
accordance with the terms of the agreement.
Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Beyond Setup
Compaq LTE 5000 Family of Personal Computers
Second Edition (September 1996)
First Edition (September 1995)
Part Number 213660-002
Compaq Computer Corporation

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Regulatory Notices
Federal Communications
Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television
technician for help.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved
by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with
metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with
FCC Rules and Regulations.

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European Notice
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC
Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the
following European Norms:
■EN55022 (CISPR 22)—Radio Frequency Interference
■EN50082-1 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4)—Electromagnetic
Immunity
■EN60950 (IEC950)—Product Safety
Canadian Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Avis Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences
du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
German Ergonomics Notice
The Compaq series 2880 family of personal computers, when
combined with one of the Compaq family of enhanced keyboards
and a QVision or FS family of desktop monitors, meets the
requirements of ZH 1/.618 (German Safety Regulations for Display
Work Places in the Office Sector). The installation guide included
with the monitors provides configuration information.

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Japanese Notice
Airline Travel Notice
Use of electronic equipment aboard commercial aircraft is at the
discretion of the airline.
Laser Safety
All Compaq systems equipped with CD-ROM drives comply with
the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. With specific
regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product
performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1
laser product. It does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally
enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.
CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for
laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser
products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is
mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
!WARNING: Use ofcontrols or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

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The removable CD-ROM drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT. These labels are located on the outside of the
CD-ROM drive:
3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN
APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1 . SUBCHAPTER J
THIS PRODUCT CMPLIES
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CERTIFICATION
TEAC CORPORATION
MANUFACTURED
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MADE IN JAPAN
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Laser Information
Laser Type: Ellipse
Wave Length: 780 nm +15/- 10 nm
Divergence Angle: 10 (vertical) /36 (horizontal) degrees
Output Power: 0.7 mW to 2.5 mW
Polarization: Circular
Numerical Aperture: 0.45 ±0.04
Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to
repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures
are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair.
Because of the complexity of the individual boards and
subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the
component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring
board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard.

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Contents
Preface
Where to Find Information xv
Symbols and Conventions Used in This Guide xv
Compaq Support xvi
Preparing for a Technical Support Call xvii
Ordering Backup Diskettes xvii
Worldwide Telephone Numbers xviii
Chapter 1
Taking a Look at the Computer
Preinstalled Software 1-2
Backing Up the Preinstalled Software 1-2
Reinstalling Drivers if You Delete the Preinstalled Software1-2
Interior Components 1-3
Memory 1-3
Increasing RAM Memory 1-3
Exterior Components 1-4
Components on the Front and Right Side 1-5
Components on the Rear and Left Side 1-8
Chapter 2
Keyboard and EasyPointII Pointing Device
EasyPoint II Pointing Device and Mouse Buttons 2-1
Customizing the Pointing Device 2-2
Replacing the Pointing Device Cap 2-2
Identifying Keyboard Features 2-3
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad 2-4
Using Text Stretch 2-4
Hotkeys 2-4

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Chapter 3
Basic Operating, Maintenance, and Travel Guidelines
Power Sources 3-1
Connecting to an External Power Source 3-1
Disconnecting from an External Power Source 3-3
Power Controls 3-4
Turning On the Computer 3-4
Turning Off the Computer 3-5
Caring for the Computer 3-5
Traveling and Shipping Guidelines 3-6
Air Travel 3-6
International Travel 3-7
Shipping 3-7
Chapter 4
Using Battery Packs
Extending Battery Pack Operating Time 4-1
Battery Gauge Icons and Battery Light 4-2
Enhancing Battery Gauge Accuracy 4-3
Identifying and Resolving a Low-Battery Condition 4-4
Replacing Battery Pack(s) 4-5
Removing a Battery Pack from the Computer 4-5
Inserting a Battery Pack into the Computer 4-7
Charging Battery Packs 4-8
Charging Battery Packs in the Computer 4-8
Charging Battery Packs in Expansion Bases 4-8
Charging Battery Packs Outside Normal Operating
Conditions 4-9
Storing Battery Packs 4-10
Recycling Used Battery Packs 4-10

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Chapter 5
Connecting External Desktop Equipment
Serial Devices 5-2
Parallel Devices 5-3
External Monitor 5-4
External Keyboard, Numeric Keypad, or PS/2 Mouse 5-6
MultiBay-ISA Expansion Base 5-7
Docking the Computer in the Expansion Bases 5-7
Undocking the Computer from the Expansion Bases 5-11
Using the Ethernet Connectors on the Expansion Base 5-12
Attaching an Optional Security Cable Lock 5-12
Preparing for an Infrared Connection 5-15
Chapter 6
Working with Removable Drives
Number and Supported Locations for Drives and Battery Packs6-2
Caring for Removable Drives 6-3
Placing a Hard Drive into the Hard Drive Carrying Case 6-4
Placing a CD-ROM Drive or Diskette Drive into the
MultiBay Device Carrying Case 6-5
Dedicated Hard Drive Bay 6-6
Securing a Drive in the Dedicated Hard Drive Bay 6-6
Removing a Hard Drive from the Dedicated Hard Drive Bay6-7
Inserting a Hard Drive into the Dedicated Hard Drive Bay6-9
Computer MultiBay 6-11
Securing a Drive in the Computer MultiBay 6-11
Inserting the MultiBay Weight Saver into the Computer
MultiBay 6-12
Inserting a Hard Drive into the Computer MultiBay 6-12
Removing a Hard Drive from the Computer MultiBay 6-15
Inserting a CD-ROM Drive into the Computer MultiBay6-16
Removing a CD-ROM Drive from the Computer MultiBay6-17
Operating a CD-ROM Drive 6-18
Accessing a Diskette Drive in the Expansion Base 6-22
Inserting a Diskette Drive into the Computer MultiBay 6-22
Removing a Diskette Drive from the Computer MultiBay6-24
Using a Diskette Drive 6-25

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Using Additional Hard Drives 6-26
Using LTE 5000 Hard Drives 6-26
Using LTE Elite Hard Drives 6-26
Changing the Boot Drive 6-29
Chapter 7
Using PC Cards
Using PC Cards in Windows 95 7-1
Installing Card-Specific Device Drivers 7-2
Formatting Storage PC Cards 7-2
Using PC Cards in MS-DOS Mode 7-3
Inserting a PC Card 7-4
Removing a PC Card 7-6
Chapter 8
Using Audio Equipment
Using the Built-In Audio Equipment 8-2
Internal Stereo Speakers 8-3
Volume Control 8-3
Internal Microphone 8-4
Connecting Optional External Audio Equipment 8-4
Stereo Speaker/Headphone Jack 8-4
Stereo Line-In Jack 8-5
Mono Microphone Jack 8-5
Chapter 9
Installing an Optional Memory Expansion Board 9-1
Chapter 10
Running Computer Setup
Initialization Menu 10-2
Ports Menu 10-3
Power Menu 10-3

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Security Menu 10-5
Setup Password 10-5
Power-On Password 10-6
QuickLock/QuickBlank 10-7
Device Disabling 10-7
Exit Menu 10-7
Customizing Computer Settings 10-8
Power Management 10-8
Computer Setup Power Management 10-8
Windows 95 Power Properties 10-9
Suspend 10-9
Hibernation 10-10
Security Features 10-10
Chapter 11
Running Compaq Diagnostics
Computer Checkup (TEST) 11-1
View System Information (INSPECT) 11-3
Chapter 12
Intelligent Manageability
Asset Management 12-1
Fault Management 12-1
Security Management 12-2
Chapter 13
Troubleshooting
Checklist for Minor Problems 13-2
Solving Audio Problems 13-3
Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems 13-4
Solving CD-ROM Drive Problems 13-7
Solving Diskette and Diskette Drive Problems 13-8
Solving Hard Drive Problems 13-10
Solving Hardware Problems 13-11
Solving Infrared Problems 13-12
Solving Keyboard Problems 13-13
Solving Memory Problems 13-13