1-4 Product Description
1.3 Preinstalled Software
This computer ships with Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 installed as the
operating system, and also contains the following preloaded software:
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ROM-based Setup utilities
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Compaq Diagnostics for Windows
! Compaq support software and device drivers
! Online
Safety & Comfort Guide
(English only)
! Intelligent Manageability
! Power Management with Energy Saver features
! Security Management
! Remote Management Tools
! Microsoft Internet Explorer
1.3.1 Ordering Additional Software
If you plan to run any of the following operating systems on the computer, you must
install the corresponding Compaq device drivers and utilities before attempting to use the
computer:
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IBM OS/2
! NetWare
! Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.51 or 4.0
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A version of Microsoft Windows 95 that is different from the one included with
the computer
To order copies of suitable device drivers and utilities:
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Order the
Support Software CD for Compaq Desktop Products.
This compact disc
contains the latest device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM images needed to
run MS-DOS, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT Workstation 3.51, IBM
OS/2, and NetWare on the Compaq commercial desktop product.
! Download the software from the Compaq World Wide Web site
(www.compaq.com).
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Purchase backup diskettes.
The
Support Software CD
can be purchased in either of two ways:
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A single CD-ROM that gives one-time access to the latest support software (North
America only).
! A yearly subscription that delivers up to 12 monthly CD-ROMs.
The annual subscription provides continuous access to the latest developments.
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When calling Compaq to place an order, be sure to have the serial number of the
computer available. This number is necessary for all purchases.