Unsure how to use infrared port
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Hi, i really need help. I've gotten a Compaq Presario V3000 from the recent starhub promotion. The thing is, i see an infrared port on the front of my notebook but according to the computer, there isn't a software or hardware that supports it in my device manager...please help....thanks in advance -
Refer to HWZ...
Starhub gave out lower spec-ed lappy..
No bluetooth,no infrared.No Centrino and ssome are using lousier Optical drives -
actually mine is the upgraded package. Intel Core Duo 1.66ghz, DVD/CD burner wif lightscribe, 512mb ram, 80GB harddrive, windows xp media edition, free windows vista upgrade...it's actually a good notebook...Originally posted by ceecookie:Refer to HWZ...
Starhub gave out lower spec-ed lappy..
No bluetooth,no infrared.No Centrino and ssome are using lousier Optical drives -
Yes and thats what am i referring to...the thing is..ALL the notebook model starhub given out is lower spec-ed.Im also using ur lappy.I agree with u that its a good notebook...but let down by the downgrade.
Btw can do me a favour and check for me whats ur optical drive?
Dont look into my computer.Right clickm My computer - properties - hardware - device manager.
Go to the DVD drive section and tell me the model -
The infrared port is wired by soft strip of ribbon cable to the motherboard and is an always on connection. Always on standby for receiving any incoming compatible infrared wave length from compatible infrared devide. As the wave length is different aligning it with a bluetooth device will not result in any synchronization. You don't have to worry about how to use it.Originally posted by simnatic:Hi, i really need help. I've gotten a Compaq Presario V3000 from the recent starhub promotion. The thing is, i see an infrared port on the front of my notebook but according to the computer, there isn't a software or hardware that supports it in my device manager...please help....thanks in advance
From my experience of my own notebook model:
When you want to send files to your mobile phone, just enable the mobile phone infrared and align. You can start sending files to that mobile phones if you have the appropriate file managing programe installed in your computer. -
No.Problem is..the notebook DOES NOT Have the function...it does have the infrared lens but its for show only.Originally posted by Farmerseed:The infrared port is wired by soft strip of ribbon cable to the motherboard and is an always on connection. Always on standby for receiving any incoming compatible infrared wave length from compatible infrared devide. As the wave length is different aligning it with a bluetooth device should be indifferent. You don't have to worry about how to use it.
From my experience of my own notebook model:
When you want to send files to your mobile phone, just enable the mobile phone infrared and align. You can start sending files to that mobile phones if you have the appropriate file managing programe installed in your computer.
Its a lower-end version Starhub sold to us. -
My answer to him is an infrared port do not need any software or programe to activate. As for the starhub computer spec i have not look into since i am answering on how to use infrared port.Originally posted by ceecookie:No.Problem is..the notebook DOES NOT Have the function...it does have the infrared lens but its for show only.
Its a lower-end version Starhub sold to us. -
Oh..anyway u using a lappy also?Originally posted by Farmerseed:My answer to him is an infrared port do not need any software or programe to activate. As for the starhub computer spec i have not look into since i am answering on how to use infrared port. -
My notebook is 4 years old and it comes with an infrared port. Why not post the starhub notebook model and full system specs. I would like to know more.
Since you all know how yo go into device manager you can confirm if the infrared port is active by check it there too. All the infrared port need to function is the controller and under device manager it should have a model or manufacture name.
As for how words and specifications ended up with the user accepting the notebook without even something as basic as an infrared port i think more heated up discussion should be at HWZ. -
Starhub was at fault.It printed misleading advertisement on the promo phamplets.Its not at the devie manager as well.Originally posted by Farmerseed:My notebook is 4 years old and it comes with an infrared port. Why not post the starhub notebook model and full system specs. I would like to know more.
Since you all know how yo go into device manager you can confirm if the infrared port is active by check it there too. All the infrared port need to function is the controller and under device manager it should have a model or manufacture name.
As for how words and specifications ended up with the user accepting the notebook without even something as basic as an infrared port i think more heated up discussion should be at HWZ.
Starhub gave out lower end version of the retail Compaq lappy.
For example they changed the Intel pro wireless a/b/g to Boardcom b/g while using the Centrino logo(which signifies the first)
HWZ ppls are discussing what to do.Some went to CASE,some look at filing a suit.ALso,some people even recieved a DVD-RW drive instead of the supposed DVD-RAM.
Example of the top of the line model that u can get with upgrade of the free lappy:
Compaq Presario V3136TU
Core 2 Duo T5500 @ 1.66Ghz
80Gb HDD
DVD-RAM
Window XP Media Centre Edition 2005
512MB RAM
GMA 950 up to 128 MB RAM
Nice styling.
14" Widescreen HD screen -
Originally posted by ceecookie:
Okay i am just adding my comments based on what you have illustrated. I have not looked over at HWZ for now yet.
Starhub was at fault.It printed misleading advertisement on the promo phamplets.Its not at the devie manager as well.
Starhub gave out lower end version of the retail Compaq lappy.
For example they changed the Intel pro wireless a/b/g to Boardcom b/g while [b]using the Centrino logo(which signifies the first)
HWZ ppls are discussing what to do.Some went to CASE,some look at filing a suit.ALso,some people even recieved a DVD-RW drive instead of the supposed DVD-RAM.
Example of the top of the line model that u can get with upgrade of the free lappy:
Compaq Presario V3136TU
Core 2 Duo T5500 @ 1.66Ghz
80Gb HDD
DVD-RAM
Window XP Media Centre Edition 2005
512MB RAM
GMA 950 > 128 MB RAM[/b]
The broadcom thing i don't know but they can play around with words and how it should be interpreted.
The DVD-ram and DVD-writer is out. Bring it up to CASE if they don't replace it with RAM for you.
The infrared port unless is part of the specification in the notebook's user manual should or should not be included depending on circumstance. If its clear that the model number advertised when referenced to the computer's manufacturer webpage should have one and they shipped a similar model without one you can approach them and question.
A deviation in function from an computer variant should be assigned a different part number or model number or some form of identification. The seller should advertise the product as per that identification to protect itself from unreasonable claims from customers in the event of discrepant. -
It does require software and that's drivers. 3rd-party software is not needed.Originally posted by Farmerseed:My answer to him is an infrared port do not need any software or programe to activate. As for the starhub computer spec i have not look into since i am answering on how to use infrared port.
By right, when Windows is installed, all hardware that is detected by Windows will have all the necessary drivers installed.
That infrared port seems totally useless, as there are no related services to activate it, no sign of it being installed on the PC.
If Device Manager could detect it... might have a better chance. But I seriously doubt so. Maybe I'm wrong, good to have a look-around there. -
Okay, drivers and controller (a chip).Originally posted by ndmmxiaomayi:It does require software and that's drivers. 3rd-party software is not needed.
By right, when Windows is installed, all hardware that is detected by Windows will have all the necessary drivers installed.
That infrared port seems totally useless, as there are no related services to activate it, no sign of it being installed on the PC.
If Device Manager could detect it... might have a better chance. But I seriously doubt so. Maybe I'm wrong, good to have a look-around there. -
I was one of the lucky ones who got the original RAM drive.Starhub apologied and claim it was indeed a error but we are not sastified.Originally posted by Farmerseed:Okay i am just adding my comments based on what you have illustrated. I have not looked over at HWZ for now yet.
The broadcom thing i don't know but they can play around with words and how it should be interpreted.
The DVD-ram and DVD-writer is out. Bring it up to CASE if they don't replace it with RAM for you.
The infrared port unless is part of the specification in the notebook's user manual should or should not be included depending on circumstance. If its clear that the model number advertised when referenced to the computer's manufacturer webpage should have one and they shipped a similar model without one you can approace them and question. However, if the advertised model number complies with the manufacturer's spec and should have an infrared port but comes physically it comes without one you can also consider bring it up to case if the explanation from starhub is not convincing enough.
A deviation in function from an computer variant should be assigned a different part number or model number or some form of identification. The seller should advertise the product as per that identification to protect itself from unreasonable claims from customers in the event of discrepant.
There's no 3136 at the hp,so we are using the 3132 for reference as the specs are exact.Starhub removed the bluetooth and infrared(left the dummy port there)Removed the Intel pro wireless with a lower end Boardcom.
We think its so that Starhub can cut cost with HP over the lappies.
Whats more,the sticker stating the specs on the packaging also show the supposed part. -
If you have no luck at Device Manager, that means that infrared port has been disabled. The controller for the infrared port is not working or it's just there for show.
Might have to bring this up to CASE, since they don't deliver what they are expected.
And Starhub can't give any crap reason that they could substitute a similar product in. Bluetooth and Infrared is not the same. Though they allow wireless transferring of files. -
Okay i am commenting based on what you illustrated again. You cannot use a 3132 for reference. I check Hp site and even they only printed the series number (V3000T) and quote the possibilties. Unless you have the specification exact for V3136TU from some trusted sites then you can approach them.Originally posted by ceecookie:I was one of the lucky ones who got the original RAM drive.Starhub apologied and claim it was indeed a error but we are not sastified.
There's no 3136 at the hp,so we are using the 3132 for reference as the specs are exact.Starhub removed the bluetooth and infrared(left the dummy port there)Removed the Intel pro wireless with a lower end Boardcom.
We think its so that Starhub can cut cost with HP over the lappies.
Whats more,the sticker stating the specs on the packaging also show the supposed part.
I guess they are using this fine line to address to customer and they were prepared for it. Don't be suprise that V3136TU was a model number requested by or provided to starhub for this promotion. An if aver a specification sheet were requested HP/ compaq might be able to produce one true and accurate showing that it comes without an infrared port. -
Have to pay to bring this to CASE...from $10-$20.Originally posted by ndmmxiaomayi:If you have no luck at Device Manager, that means that infrared port has been disabled. The controller for the infrared port is not working or it's just there for show.
Might have to bring this up to CASE, since they don't deliver what they are expected.
And Starhub can't give any crap reason that they could substitute a similar product in. Bluetooth and Infrared is not the same. Though they allow wireless transferring of files.
BTW The quick start guide stated a consumer infrared lens...not sure what that means.But its just a small downside and im happy with overall lappy. -
Consumer infrared lens... perhaps it meant the infrared port has been plugged in for you... but they didn't provide any software/drivers related to it.Originally posted by ceecookie:Have to pay to bring this to CASE...from $10-$20.
BTW The quick start guide stated a consumer infrared lens...not sure what that means.But its just a small downside and im happy with overall lappy.
The best guess I could afford. -
Well i dont know abt the 3136 spec coz i thrown the box with sticker awayOriginally posted by Farmerseed:Okay i am commenting based on what you illustrated again. You cannot use a 3132 for reference. I check Hp site and even they only printed the series number (V3000T) and quote the possibilties. Unless you have the specification exact for V3136TU from some trusted sites then you can approach them.
I guess they are using this fine line to address to customer and they were prepared for it. Don't be suprise that V3136TU was a model number requested by or provided to starhub for this promotion. An if aver a specification sheet were requested HP/ compaq might be able to produce one true and accurate showing that it comes without an infrared port.
Anyway Why dont u head over to HWZ and discuss with them over this? -
Up to you lor. See if the controller and ribbon cable connected or not. hack or download the appropriate drivers pray maybe can workOriginally posted by ceecookie:Have to pay to bring this to CASE...from $10-$20.
BTW The quick start guide stated a consumer infrared lens...not sure what that means.But its just a small downside and im happy with overall lappy.
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Im thinking of adding another stick of 512 RAM to the lappy.Originally posted by Farmerseed:Up to you lor. See if the controller and ribbon cable connected or not. hack or download the appropriate drivers pray maybe can work
I need someone to help me install the part and all. -
This type of discussion sure very heated up. A third party has better not get involved. I am not the receiving party nor the defending party so i think i should let those affected talk about it.Originally posted by ceecookie:Well i dont know abt the 3136 spec coz i thrown the box with sticker away
Anyway Why dont u head over to HWZ and discuss with them over this? -
Pardon me, but what's the difference between the RAM and RW?Originally posted by ceecookie:I was one of the lucky ones who got the original RAM drive.Starhub apologied and claim it was indeed a error but we are not sastified.
There's no 3136 at the hp,so we are using the 3132 for reference as the specs are exact.Starhub removed the bluetooth and infrared(left the dummy port there)Removed the Intel pro wireless with a lower end Boardcom.
We think its so that Starhub can cut cost with HP over the lappies.
Whats more,the sticker stating the specs on the packaging also show the supposed part. -
It's a MATSHITA DVD-RAM UJ-851SOriginally posted by ceecookie:Yes and thats what am i referring to...the thing is..ALL the notebook model starhub given out is lower spec-ed.Im also using ur lappy.I agree with u that its a good notebook...but let down by the downgrade.
Btw can do me a favour and check for me whats ur optical drive?
Dont look into my computer.Right clickm My computer - properties - hardware - device manager.
Go to the DVD drive section and tell me the model -
DVD rw can write on DVD-r and rw, most of the DVD media except dual layer DVD media. DVD-RAM optical drives can write on all DVD-media including dual layer DVD-media that has double the storage capacity of a standard 4.7 GB media up to 9.4GB. Its was said that the material, recording methods and speeds of the DVD-RAM is different from the DVD+-r/rw.Originally posted by simnatic:Pardon me, but what's the difference between the RAM and RW?