Compaq Armada 6500 Manual de usuario

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COMPAQ ARMADA 6500 CONVENIENCE BASE

Installation and Operations Guide

First Edition October 1998

Part Number ER-PM1AC-IM.A01

Compaq Computer Corporation

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction

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

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

Identifying the Components................................................................................. 1-2

Front and Right Side Components.................................................................. 1-2

Rear Components............................................................................................ 1-4

2 Docking and Undocking

Docking the Computer......................................................................................... 2-1

Connecting External Devices.......................................................................... 2-3

Connecting the Universal AC Adapter............................................................ 2-3

Turning On the System ................................................................................... 2-3

Configuring for a Desktop System.................................................................. 2-3

Undocking the Computer..................................................................................... 2-4

Charging a Battery Using the Convenience Base............................................... 2-6

3 Connecting to an Ethernet Network

Connecting to a Twisted Pair Ethernet Network.................................................3-1

Installing Network Drivers...................................................................................3-2

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A Troubleshooting

Solving Minor Problems..................................................................................... A-1

Worldwide Telephone Numbers......................................................................... A-7

B Federal Communications Commission Notice..............................B-1

C Power Cord Set Requirement.................................................................C-1

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Introduction

The Compaq Armada 6500 notebook can be used as a full office personal computer by

connecting it to the Armada 6500 Convenience Base. The convenience base eliminates the

need to disconnect and reconnect several desktop devices each time you move your

notebook onto or off of your desk.

The Armada 6500 Convenience Base features a full port replication, a battery charge bay,

and includes a port for a physical locking device that provides security for your computer by

allowing you to fasten it to your desk. Your printer, keyboard, or monitor stays connected to

the convenience base, whether the computer is docked or undocked.

This guide provides information on docking and undocking the computer to and from the

convenience base and procedures on operating.

Contents of Packing Box

Before you began, ensure that you have removed everything from the packing box. In

addition to this guide, you should have the following:

•Armada 6500 Convenience Base

•AC Adapter with power cord

•Warranty and service information

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For Further Information

For additional information on using the computer refer to the Reference Guide included

with the computer.

The convenience base is covered by a one-year warranty. Refer to the warranty and service

information included with this product to determine country, type, and terms of coverage.

Identifying the Components

Front and Right Side Components

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Component Functional Description

❶Battery Charging Bay Charges a battery with or without the computer

docked.

❷Charge light When lit, indicates that the battery in the battery

charging bay is charging.

❸Undock request button Press to send an undock request to the operating

system.

❹Docking light When lit, indicates that the device is docked. When

the light is off, indicates that the device is undocked

or it is safe to undock the computer.

❺Release button Press to undock the computer. The release button

is provided on both the right and left sides of the

convenience base. When the docking light is on or

if the Dock Security feature is enabled and the

correct password was not entered, the buttons are

locked.

❻Docking connector Mates to the docking connector on the computer.

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Rear Components

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Component Functional Description

❶External power-in Input connection for the universal AC adapter.

❷Mouse connector Connect a PS/2 type mouse to this port.

❸RJ45 network interface port Connect a 10 to 100BaseT Ethernet line to this

port.

❹Serial port Connect a serial device such as a mouse or

graphics tablet to this port.

❺Parallel port Connect a parallel device such as a printer to this

port.

❻Video port Connect an external monitor to this port.

❼USB port Connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such

as a mouse, keyboard, or scanner to this port.

❽Keyboard connector Connect a PS/2 type keyboard to this connector.

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Docking and Undocking

This chapter provides information on docking and undocking the computer to and from the

Armada 6500 Convenience Base.

Docking the Computer

The Armada 6500 Convenience Base supports hot docking with the computer. When

docking the notebook to the Armada 6500 Convenience Base, there is no need to place the

computer in Suspend or turn it off. It also supports hot docking of the Mobile 6500

Expansion Unit with the computer attached.

To dock the computer to the convenience base, follow these steps:

1. Close the I/O connector cover on the rear of the computer.

2. Slide open the docking connector cover ❶on the bottom side of the computer.

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3. Slide the computer into the convenience base ❷. It is not necessary to close the computer.

4. To ensure connection, press down on the rear of the computer to engage the docking connectors

❸that secure the computer to the expansion unit.

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__________________________Note __________________________

When shipped, the computer display is set to LCD Display and External Monitor

(simul scan) mode. If the monitor does not appear to receive a signal from the

computer, press Fn + F4 to ensure the computer is not in the LCD Display

mode.

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Connecting External Devices

To connect external devices to the convenience base:

1. Turn off power to the computer, convenience base, and all devices.

2. Connect external devices and turn on power to all devices, if applicable.

__________________________Note __________________________

To complete the device connections, some manufactures require you to install

software drivers. Refer to the documentation included with the device for

details.

Connecting the Universal AC Adapter

To connect the AC adapter:

1. Connect the adapter to the external power-in connector on the convenience base.

2. Plug the small end of the power cord into the adapter.

3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

Turning On the System

To turn on the computer and convenience base system:

1. Turn on all external devices connected to the convenience base.

2. Press the power button on the computer.

Configuring for a Desktop System

If you’re using the computer in a desktop environment, configure the computer Lid Switch

function to Desktop CRT using the System Setup Program. When set to Desktop/CRT

mode, the system is prevented from entering Suspend when the display is closed. This

allows you to emulate a desktop computer using an external monitor. Refer to the Reference

Guide that came with your computer for additional information on Lid Switch settings.

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