HP N800c - Compaq Evo Notebook driver and firmware
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Hard Drive White Paper - Page 3
... the esc key.
The F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test enhancement is available as a commercial notebook system BIOS upgrade. Please visit the HP Web site at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to download the latest BIOS update. HP recommends the latest system BIOS upgrade be applied to all currently shipping notebooks, in addition to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. Refer to...
Hard Drive White Paper - Page 5
... for Notebook Users
• Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another.
• Upgrade to the latest system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power schemes) in Control Panel to permit
the hard drive to...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 1
... 4 UPDATES IN SP1 6 INSTALLATION GUIDE 6 System Requirements 6 Check and Upgrade BIOS......... 6 Using the Integrated Installation Method to Install Windows XP and Service Pack 1 8 Software Delivery 9 Frequently Asked Questions ... 10 References 10
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
Abstract: This document focuses on the testing and support provided by Compaq for...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 4
... occur with other third party media playback software.
Systems Affected: All Evo notebooks using WinDVD or other third party media playback software
Resolution:
Open WinDVD, select Properties, go to the General tab, go to Player Settings and enable the check box for Auto play. When a DVD movie is placed in the drive, the WinDVD option should return and...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 6
... listed in Table 1 and on the Compaq Web site for your computer model and system BIOS.
4. Download the newer version and follow the instructions to install the new System ROM BIOS.
Table 1 lists the minimum versions of ROM, available as of the publication of this white paper. Check the Compaq Web site for the latest complete list of available software updates.
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Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 7
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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IMPORTANT: System ROM BIOS should be updated with the latest ROMPaq version compatible with Microsoft Windows XP SP 1. Previous versions may produce anomalies.
Table 1. Compaq SoftPaqs for Microsoft Windows XP
Model Evo N1005 Evo N1000 Evo N800 Evo N610c Evo N600c Evo N410c Evo N400c Evo N200 Evo N180 Evo N160 Evo N115 Armada M700 ...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 9
... Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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Software Delivery
Delivery methods for software updates available for Compaq commercial computers include:
• Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility
Compaq Support Software CD
The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for Compaq commercial notebook, desktop...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 3
... image include: • New audio and video drivers for the ESS Allegro audio and ATI graphics chipset • Updated MultiBay drivers to support enhanced swapping capabilities with Windows 98 • Updated DVD movie playback software • Support for
• Evo Notebook N600c Mobile Intel Pentium III 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models • Evo Notebook N400c Mobile Intel Pentium III 850 MHz...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 8
... settings. The QRCD Application Recovery provides a majority of drivers, utilities, and applications that are preinstalled on the computer. Users select one component at a time to reinstall.
Compaq Support Software CD
The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for Compaq commercial portable, desktop, and workstation computers. Key drivers and utilities for Evo...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 9
... hardware Enables system administrators to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for the TouchPad pointing device Provides users with an easy-to-install compilation of operating system enhancements and fixes Updates ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory/Basic Input Output System), which sets basic configuration allowing the...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 16
...
Are drivers for MultiPort options included with the preinstall image?
Software for MultiPort devices is provided with the option kit and must be installed prior to use. MultiPort devices are only supported under Windows 98 and Windows 2000.
How can DVD movies be viewed on Evo Notebook models?
The Compaq DVD Solution is preloaded on new Evo family products. A software-based DVD decoder/player...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 13
... into the optical drive, then close the tray. ■ Press the Digital Audio Easy Access button. ■ Select the Windows Media Player icon on the taskbar.
or ■ Select the Start button, then:
❏ In Windows 2000 Professional, select Programs > Windows Media Player.
❏ In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, select All Programs > Windows Media Player.
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Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 27
... caused by a loose connection to AC power or by an electrical storm.
■ Attempting a copying procedure while running the notebook on a failing battery pack.
■ Attempting to copy directly between media or between a medium and a network drive.
Occasionally, during a copying process that involves a network drive, a buffer underrun error may occur because the temporary files created...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 73
... the number or name of any update that is later than the system ROM currently installed on the notebook.
b. Follow the instructions on the Web page to download the software package.
5. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer.
6. In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive (usually, drive C) > Compaq.
7. In the Compaq folder, select the name or...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 75
...page to download the software package to the diskette.
Installing a KBC ROM Update
To install a KBC ROM update from a diskette: 1. Shut down the notebook.
2. Be sure the notebook is connected to reliable external power through the AC Adapter.
3. Insert the diskette containing the KBC ROM update into the diskette drive or SuperDisk drive.
4. Turn on the notebook, then follow the instructions on the...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 76
... name of the software package. b. Follow the instructions on the Web page to download the software package. 5. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. 6. In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > your hard drive (usually, drive C) > Compaq. 7. In the Compaq folder, select the name or number of the software package containing the update. 8. Select the file...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 97
... software 6-10 ROM. See system ROM (Read
Only Memory) RomPaq
defined 6-5 downloading and installing
6-5 RPL (Remote Program Load)
protocol 5-3
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scans, system 7-8 security cable slot 3-15 security features
cable lock (optional) 3-15 Compaq administrator
password 3-5 device disabling 3-12 DriveLock 3-8 passwords, combining
Compaq and Windows passwords 3-3 passwords, forgetting 3-2 power-on password...
Compaq Notebook Series Software Guide - Page 98
... shut down
procedures 2-10 reinstalling software 6-10
system ROM (Read Only Memory) defined 6-1 determining current version of 6-2 downloading and installing 6-5 obtaining updates for 6-4
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telephone numbers for ordering Compaq Support Software CD 6-4 Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet 3-2
turning off the notebook emergency shut down procedures 2-10 Windows shut down procedures 2-6
turning on...
Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series - Page 24
...* (models that ship with wireless device has been approved
a wireless device only)
for use.
You may need this information to use the wireless device while traveling.
4 Serial number*
Identifies the notebook. You will need this number if you call Compaq customer support or download software from the Compaq Web site.
*The appearance and position of labels varies by model.
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Hardware Guide, Compaq Notebook Series - Page 99
... be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system. ■ Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that may also be supplied by the PC Card manufacturer.
Inserting a PC Card
Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to...