Compaq LTE 5000 Laptop User Manual


 
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7-2 Using PC Cards
Writer: Betty Fessenden - Saved by: BLF - Saved date: 6/17/96
Part Number: 213660-001 - File name: CH7
Installing Card-Specific Device Drivers
Some PC Cards that may require additional card-specific device
drivers to function properly are listed below:
Network cards
Combination cards (such as SCSI/sound cards and
modem/network cards
Audio cards
GPS (Global Positioning System) cards
Pager cards
If you install card-specific device drivers provided by the PC Card
manufacturer, be sure to install only device drivers for
Windows 95. Do not install card and socket services or enablers. If
diskettes are not clearly labeled or the instructions are unclear, call
your PC Card manufacturer for more specific instructions.
CAUTION: If you install card and socket services or enablers provided
by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC
Cards.
If you need more information about setup procedures for various
network PC Cards, contact the PC Card manufacturer or Compaq
for assistance.
Formatting Storage PC Cards
SRAM and flash memory cards require the following additional
setup procedures before they can be used:
1. Modify the CONFIG.SYS file: Click the Start button, then click
Help. Follow the instructions under the Help topic "SRAM (or
Flash) memory card, installing support for."
2. Format the card: Double-click the My Computer icon, click the
icon for the drive you want to format, click the File menu, then
click Format.