Compaq Armada 4100 Operating instructions

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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

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guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written

consent from Compaq Computer Corporation.

1998 Compaq Computer Corporation.

Compaq and LTE are registered in the U. S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Armada is a trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation.

Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks 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.

Compaq Mobile CD Expansion Unit

Installation and Operations Guide

Compaq Armada 4100 and 4200 Families of Personal Computers

Fourth Edition (January 1998)

First Edition (May 1996)

Part Number 235758-004

Compaq Computer Corporation

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CONTENTS

Preface

Using This Guide ........................................................................................ xi

Chapter 1

Introduction

Contents of Packing Box .............................................................1-2

For Further Information...............................................................1-2

Chapter 2

Attaching and Detaching Procedures ...........................................................

Attaching the Computer...............................................................2-2

Detaching the Computer..............................................................2-5

Docking the Computer and MCD................................................2-7

Undocking the Computer and MCD............................................2-9

Turning Equipment On and Off.................................................2-10

Turning On the Computer...................................................2-10

Initiating Suspend ...............................................................2-10

Turning Off the Computer ..................................................2-11

Chapter 3

Using The Compaq Mobile CD Expansion Unit .............................................

Identifying the Connectors...........................................................3-2

Using the Stereo Speakers ...........................................................3-4

Using the CD-ROM Drive...........................................................3-5

Ejecting a CD Manually ..............................................................3-6

Using the MIDI/Game Port..........................................................3-7

Connecting the AC Adapter.........................................................3-8

Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack .................................3-10

Charging a Battery Pack............................................................3-12

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Appendix A

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................A-1

Appendix B

Specifications ..........................................................................................B-1

Appendix C

Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers ...........................................C-1

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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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Laser Safety

All Compaq systems, equipped with CD-ROM drives, comply with

appropriate safety standard 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 of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein or in the CD-ROM

procedure may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This system is classified as

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

This label is located on the

outside of your system. A similar

label also appears on the internal

CD-ROM installed in your

system.

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Laser Info

Laser Type: Semiconductor GaAIAs

Wave Length: 780 +/- 35 nm

Divergence Angle: 53.5 Degree +/- 1.5 Degree

Output Power: 0.4 mW - 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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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.

Japanese Notice

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Preface

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Using This Guide

The following format conventions distinguish elements of the text

throughout this guide:

■ Key names appear in a boldfaced type looking very much the

way they appear on the keyboard. For example, Home, End,

Backspace, Tab.

■ When keys must be pressed at the same time, the action is

represented by the key names and the plus (+) symbol. For

example, Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

■ Drive letters that are not in command lines are presented in

uppercase type as shown here: drive A.

■ Directory names that are not in command lines are presented in

uppercase type as shown here: DIRECTORY.

■ The file names are presented in uppercase italic type

as shown here: FILENAME.

■ The names of commands are presented in lowercase, bold type as

shown here: install, or a:\install. Commands that are to be

entered at the system prompt may be shown on a separate line.

■ When you need to type information without pressing the Enter

key, you are directed to "type" the information.

■ When you need to type information and press the Enter key, you

are directed to "enter" the information.

The following words and symbols mark special messages

throughout this guide:

!WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to

follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to

follow directions in the caution could result in damage to

equipment or loss of information.

IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying

information or specific instructions.

NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights,

or interesting points of information.

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Chapter 1

Introduction 1-1

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Introduction

The Compaq Mobile CD Expansion Unit (MCD) provides

multimedia capabilities for your Compaq portable computer. The

MCD includes a dedicated battery compartment, a CD-ROM drive,

dual stereo speakers, and a game port with a Musical Instrument

Digital Interface (MIDI).

To expand the multimedia functions and give you full desktop

capabilities, you can dock the computer and MCD to the optional

convenience base.

This guide provides information for attaching and detaching the

computer to and from the MCD. Instructions are also provided for

docking and undocking the computer and MCD to the optional

convenience base, as well as procedures for using the MCD.

The Compaq Mobile CD Expansion Unit (MCD)

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Contents of Packing Box

Before you begin, ensure that you have removed everything from

the packing box. In addition to this guide, you should have the

following items in the packing box:

■Compaq Mobile CD Expansion Unit (MCD)

■Warranty and service information

NOTE: The modular battery pack (Part No. 217935-001) is sold

separately. If external power is required, use the AC adapter that

comes with your computer for external power source.

For Further Information

For additional information on using the computer, refer to the online

and hardcopy Reference Guide included with the computer.

!WARNING: Misuse of your personal computer or failure to

establish a safe and comfortable workstation may result in

discomfort or serious injury. Refer to your

Safety & Comfort Guide

for more information on choosing a workspace and creating a safe

and comfortable work environment.

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