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Contents
Chapter 1 Using This Guide
Special Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Special Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Locating Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Service and Support Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
For More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Comments About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Turning On Your Internet PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Recovering from a Locked Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Recovering from a Locked System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Turning Off Your Internet PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Using the Microsoft Windows Start Menu to Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using the Power Button to Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Recovering from a Loss of Electrical Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Power Surges and Sags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Using a Surge Suppressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Restarting Your Computer After a Power Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Electrical Storms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Using This Guide Special Text ............. 1-1 Special Messages .
  • Page 2 Chapter 3 Saving Energy Using Sleep and Power Management Accessing the Microsoft Windows Power Management Settings ....3-1 Preset Power Schemes ..........3-1 Creating a Personal Power Scheme .
  • Page 3 The Microsoft Windows Desktop ........
  • Page 4 Chapter 7 Learning about Your Modem Performance Features ........... . . 7-1 Connecting Your 56K V.90 Modem .
  • Page 5 Chapter 9 Connecting Your Internet PC to a Network Setting Up a Network ........... . . 9-1 Hardware Requirements.
  • Page 6 U.S. Regulations Governing the Use of Modems ....... 11-4 Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) ........11-4 Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 .

  • Page 7: Special Text

    Using This Guide Chapter 1 Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the special text and messages used throughout this guide. Special Text The following examples explain the specially formatted text used in this guide: Keyboard key names appear in bold type: Home, End, Backspace, Tab Keyboard keys that must be pressed at the same time to perform a task appear in bold type with a plus sign (+) between the key names: Ctrl+Home Drives appear as capital letters: drive C...

  • Page 8: Special Messages

    Special Messages The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide: HINT: Helpful hints that will make using your computer easier and faster. NOTE: Important information concerning the operation of your Internet PC. CAUTION: Failure to follow directions may result in equipment damage or loss of data. WARNING: Failure to follow directions may result in bodily harm or loss of life.

  • Page 9: Service And Support Guide

    Service and Your Internet PC is equipped with several helpful programs that will aid you in Support Guide identifying and solving common computer problems. You can learn about these programs in the Service and Support Guide. If you need further technical support or assistance, visit the Compaq Web site at: Compaq technical support telephone numbers are listed in the Limited Warranty Statement included with your Internet PC.

  • Page 10: Comments About This Guide

    Comments About This Guide Compaq Computer Corporation welcomes comments and suggestions you may have concerning this guide. Send correspondence to the following address: COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION ATTN: DOCUMENTATION PROGRAM MANAGER MAIL CODE 060504 20555 SH 249 HOUSTON, TX 77070 NOTE: This address is for comments and suggestions only. It is not for the purpose of obtaining technical assistance.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Turning On And Turning Off Your Internet Pc

    Turning On and Turning Off Your Chapter 2 Internet PC Your Internet PC is equipped with a Power button on the front of the computer. Turning On Your Internet PC To turn on the computer, press the Power button power status light activity light NOTE: The Sleep button on the Compaq Internet Keyboard will only put the computer into the Sleep mode or wake it from the Sleep mode.

  • Page 12: Recovering From A Locked Program

    Recovering from a Locked Program To close a program that has stopped responding, complete the following steps: NOTE: Learn to save your work often. Work that has not been saved may be lost when a program or the computer stops responding. Recovering from a Locked System If the computer stops responding to mouse movement, or pressing a key on the keyboard has no effect, complete the following steps:...

  • Page 13: Using The Microsoft Windows Start Menu To Shut Down

    Using the You can shut down your Internet PC by pressing the Power button or by using the Microsoft Microsoft Windows Start menu. Windows Start To shut down your Internet PC, complete the following steps: Menu to Shut Down Save and close all open files. Exit all programs.

  • Page 14: Power Surges And Sags

    Power Surges If power surges or sags occur, the display and status lights may flicker and the and Sags computer may automatically restart. If an improper shutdown occurs, ScanDisk, a Microsoft Windows utility program, will automatically run when power is restored to the computer.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Saving Energy Using Sleep And Power Management

    Saving Energy Using Sleep and Chapter 3 Power Management Microsoft Windows is equipped with a power management utility program that enables you to reduce the power consumed by your Internet PC. You can set the power management properties so that certain devices turn off after a predetermined period of inactivity.

  • Page 16: Creating A Personal Power Scheme

    Creating a Personal Power Scheme If you find that the preset power management schemes do not fit your work habits, you can create a personal power scheme. To create your own personal power scheme, complete the following steps: From the Windows Taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

  • Page 17: Power Status Lights

    Power Status Lights The status lights on the front of your Internet PC indicate the present state of the computer. The power status light next to the sun status of your computer. The light next to the hard drive activity the hard drive is active.

  • Page 18: Using The Power Button

    Using the Power Button The Power button can perform the following functions: Turn on the computer. Wake your computer from the Sleep mode. Shut down the computer. Completely turn off the computer if pressed for more than 4 seconds. CAUTION: Pressing the Power button for 4 seconds or more will completely turn off the computer without properly shutting down Microsoft Windows.

  • Page 19: Sleep Mode

    Sleep Mode The Sleep mode is a low-power standby state that reduces the amount of electrical power consumed by your Internet PC while you are not actively using it. Microsoft Windows Power Management will automatically put your Internet PC into the Sleep mode once the power scheme timers expire.

  • Page 20: Waking Up Your Computer

    Waking Up Your To wake your computer from the Sleep mode, press the Power button on the front of Computer the computer or press the Sleep button on your Compaq Internet Keyboard. The power status light on your computer will show green, indicating that the system is active.

  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Introducing The Features Of Your Internet Pc

    Introducing the Features of Your Chapter 4 Internet PC Using the Scroll Mouse The scroll mouse is similar to other computer mouse devices except that it has a small wheel button between the two mouse buttons. This wheel allows you to scroll through most documents or windows without using the scroll bar.

  • Page 22: Standard Mouse Functions

    Standard Mouse The scroll mouse offers standard mouse functions in addition to unique scrolling Functions functions. The following are basic mouse techniques that are used with any mouse. Key/Button Functionality Click Double- click Drag and drop Select Right click Scrolling and In addition to the typical mouse functions, the scroll mouse has the ability to move Zooming with right, left, and diagonally.

  • Page 23: Choosing Scroll Mouse Options

    Choosing Scroll You can choose features for setting up the mouse, making button assignments, and Mouse Options controlling cursor movements. To access the Scroll Mouse properties, complete the following steps: Click the Start button. Select Settings, then click Control Panel. Double-click the Mouse From the Mouse Properties window, select the settings you prefer.

  • Page 24: Using Cyberjump And Hyperjump

    Using The CyberJump and HyperJump features combine commonly used tasks into one CyberJump and convenient grid. CyberJump is used in an Internet window, whereas HyperJump is used in your documents. HyperJump Before you can use this feature, you must first assign either function, CyberJump or HyperJump, to a mouse button.
  • Page 25 CyberJump Functions CyberJump functions are defined in the following illustration and table. Component Menu activates the CyberMenu. Go to Bookmark displays the Bookmark window. Add Bookmark adds current page to Bookmark window. Go Back returns to previous page. Vertical Scroll jumps to the vertical scroll bar. Start activates the Windows Start menu.
  • Page 26 HyperJump Functions HyperJump functions are defined in the following illustration and table. HyperJump Functions Component Menu activates the HyperMenu. Minimize reduces the size of the window. Close closes the window. Recall returns to the last active window. Vertical Scroll jumps to the vertical scroll bar. Start activates the Windows Start menu.

  • Page 27: Storage Drives

    To determine your drive letters, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer for your drives will be displayed in the My Computer window. The drive letters are found next to the corresponding icons.

  • Page 28: Identifying Your Hard Drive Size

    Identifying Your Hard Drive Size To determine the size of your hard drive, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer In the My Computer window, right-click the hard drive Click the Properties menu option. The size of the hard drive is found under the General tab.

  • Page 29: Loading A Slot Drive

    NOTE: To manually eject a disc from a tray-load CD or DVD drive, gently push the tip of a paper clip into the hole under the drive. If the hole is not visible, it is located under the pull-down flap. Complete this operation while your computer is on.

  • Page 30: Playing An Audio Cd

    Playing an Audio To play a self-starting audio CD, insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. After a few seconds, the disc automatically starts playing. To play a non-self-starting audio, press the Play button on your Internet keyboard or complete the following steps: Click the Start button from the Windows Taskbar.

  • Page 31: Using The Dvd Player

    Using the DVD Player To start your DVD Player program, double-click the DVD Player Windows desktop. Alternatively, you may execute the following steps: Click the Start button on the Windows Taskbar. Point to Programs. Select Compaq DVD Express. Click Compaq DVD Player.

  • Page 32: Play Settings

    Identifying Your To change region settings, complete the following steps: Region Setting Insert a DVD into the CD or DVD drive. Click the DVD Options button on the DVD Player control panel. The DVD Options window opens. The selected check box under the Select DVD Region tab indicates your computer’s current region setting.

  • Page 33: Display Options

    When a DVD is inserted into the CD or DVD drive, the features available on your DVD player are displayed. When a particular feature is not available, the respective button does not respond when clicked. Display Options You can choose how the controls and DVD content are displayed on your computer. Viewing and hiding the DVD player panel To view the DVD Player panel when the DVD Content Picture window is set to full- window size, click on the edge of the screen.

  • Page 34: On-Screen Control Buttons

    On-screen The DVD on-screen control buttons are described in the table below. Control Buttons Button ò ’ Ž Š • ‰ ¬ • • 4-14 Name Description Open Displays a list of files for playback. Eject Opens the DVD drive to load or remove discs. Displays the DVD Options menu for selecting Video DVD Options Display and Parental Controls.

  • Page 35: Using Your Zip Drive

    Button ¨ õ ª š ¼ ™ Using Your Zip Drive The Iomega large files. The Zip drive uses a Zip disk, which gives you almost 70 times more space than a diskette. A Zip disk offers plenty of space for: storing files from the Internet backing up your hard drive storing games...

  • Page 36: Working With Iomega Tools

    Iomega Tools gives you a complete solution for productivity. To access Iomega tools, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the Iomega Tools Select the Iomega Tools application you want to use. The following table describes the tools available.

  • Page 37: Inserting And Removing Zip Disks

    Inserting and Removing Zip Disks Your computer must be turned on before you can insert or remove a Zip disk. To insert and remove a Zip disk, complete the following steps: Hold the Zip disk label side up and gently push the disk into the Zip drive until you hear it snap into place.

  • Page 38: Protecting Your Data

    Change Password allows you to update or change your password at any time. To protect your Zip disks, complete the following steps: Insert the disk you want to protect. From the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer Right-click the Zip Drive Click Protect.

  • Page 39: Installing Programs To The Zip Drive

    Installing Programs to the Zip Drive To install programs to the Zip drive, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer Right-click the Zip Drive Click Make Nonremovable. The Make Nonremovable option makes the Zip drive behave like a hard drive.
  • Page 40 4-20 Introducing the Features of Your Internet PC...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Introducing Microsoft Windows

    Select the Content, Index, or Find tab for help. Running The electronic version of the Microsoft Press publication Running Microsoft Microsoft Windows 98 is installed on your computer. From the Windows desktop, double-click Running Microsoft Windows. Windows (available on select...

  • Page 42: Microsoft Windows Starts Here

    Microsoft Another Microsoft Press publication, Microsoft Windows 98 Starts Here is also Windows Starts loaded on your computer. From the Windows desktop, double-click Microsoft Windows Starts Here. Here (available on select models only) Microsoft Windows 98 Starts Here is a tutorial designed to help you master the basic concepts of the Microsoft Windows operating system.

  • Page 43: The Microsoft Windows Desktop

    The Microsoft Windows Desktop The Windows desktop is the screen you see when the Windows startup is complete. You can arrange your desktop just the way you want it. Component Icons represent files, folders, programs, and other objects that you use.

  • Page 44: Arranging Icons

    Arranging Icons You can arrange the icons on your desktop for quick and easy access to frequently used items. To arrange icons, complete the following steps: Right-click anywhere on the Windows desktop. From the Shortcut menu, select Arrange Icons. Choose the method by which you want to arrange the icons. You can arrange...

  • Page 45: Creating Shortcuts

    Start menu or from their permanent location on the hard drive. If you frequently use a certain file or folder, you can place a shortcut for it on your desktop as an icon or on the Start menu for quick access.
  • Page 46 Phone Dialer enables you to place calls using your computer. It also stores a list of your calls for you to review as needed. Entertainment offers the following features: ActiveMovie Control provides a way to view ActiveMovie files, usually encountered on the Web. CD Player allows you to play audio CDs in your CD drive while you work in other programs.

  • Page 47: File Maintenance

    File Maintenance Searching for In Windows you can search for files or folders by entering a complete or partial Files name, the date the file was created, or the file type or size. To search for a file or folder, complete the following steps: From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button.

  • Page 48: Deleting Files And Folders

    Deleting Files To delete a file or folder, complete the following steps: and Folders Click the file or folder you want to delete. Press Delete. The message “Are you sure you want to send to the Recycle Bin?” is displayed. Click Yes if you want to delete the file or folder.

  • Page 49: Installing A Downloaded Program File

    Installing a If you choose to download software from a Web site, follow the installation Downloaded instructions that may be included on the Web page. If installation instructions are not available, complete the steps below. Program File To install a program file that you have downloaded from the Internet to your hard drive, complete the following steps: Terminate your Internet connection.
  • Page 50 5-10 Introducing Microsoft Windows...

  • Page 51: Chapter 6 Identifying And Removing Computer Viruses

    To configure and perform a virus scan of your diskettes, your local hard drive, or a Viruses network drive, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the Compaq Support Double-click the McAfee VirusScan displayed. Click Scan. The McAfee VirusScan window is displayed. If you want to perform an Advanced Scan, refer to the Perform an Advanced On-Demand Scan in the McAfee on-line Help.

  • Page 52: Creating An Anti-Virus Emergency Diskette

    To create an Emergency Diskette, complete the following steps: Get a blank, formatted 3.5-inch, high-density diskette. From the Windows desktop, double-click the Compaq Support $ icon. Double-click the McAfee VirusScan displayed. Click Tools. The Utility Toolbox is displayed.

  • Page 53: Using An Anti-Virus Emergency Diskette

    If you have inserted a formatted diskette, click the Don’t Format option. Click Next. You are instructed to insert the diskette into your computer’s diskette drive. Insert the diskette and click Next. The Emergency Disk Utility scans the diskette for viruses and copies the files necessary to scan your system for viruses. A window informs you when the process is complete.

  • Page 54: Keeping Your Anti-Virus Software Current

    Once you have registered, you will be able to simply download the updates at any time. To register and begin downloading updates, complete the following steps: From the Windows desktop, double-click the Compaq Support $ icon. Double-click the McAfee VirusScan will display.

  • Page 55: Chapter 7 Learning About Your Modem

    Learning about Your Modem Chapter 7 Your Internet PC is equipped with either a 56K V.90 data/fax modem or a digital DSL/56K modem. Before using your modem to connect to the Internet, you must establish an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). If your Internet PC is equipped with a digital modem, please refer to the Introducing the Compaq Digital DSL/56K Modem section in this chapter.

  • Page 56: Connecting Your 56K V.90 Modem

    Connecting Your 56K V.90 Modem To locate the modem in your Internet PC, refer to the Compaq Hardware and Software Setup poster. Choose the picture below that resembles your modem. The connectors are identified directly below the picture. If your Internet PC is equipped with a digital modem, refer to the Features Guide for instructions on connecting the modem.

  • Page 57: Identifying Your Modem

    Component Line in from telephone wall jack Line out to telephone set Identifying Your Modem To learn more about the modem installed on your computer, complete the following steps: From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

  • Page 58: 56K Itu V.90 Standard

    56K ITU V.90 Standard If you are able to connect to an ISP using the V.90 standard the modem will be able to download files at a maximum speed of 56 kilobits per second (Kbps), over standard telephone lines. Download speeds will vary with telephone line conditions. When using the V.90 standard, download speeds are faster than upload speeds.

  • Page 59: Performance Features

    Performance The Digital DSL/56K Modem supports multiple protocols. These protocols include Features the following: G.lite (G.992.2) (when available for download from the Compaq highspeed Web site) G.dmt (G.992.1) Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) 56K ITU V.90 Standard K56flex The modem is also: Intel VideoPhone-compatible Fax-capable DSL Benefits...

  • Page 60: Establishing An Account With An Internet Service Provider

    The 56K ITU V.90 Standard enables text, sound, and video files to race to your computer. The download rate is faster than the upload rate. The maximum download speed is 56 Kbps and the maximum upload speed is 33.6 Kbps. Transmission rates may vary depending on telephone line conditions.

  • Page 61: Using Your Modem With Dsl Service

    To connect a telephone set, insert the telephone set line into the modem on the back of your computer. NOTE: Ensure that the switch on the modem is set to position 1 Using Your If you decide to subscribe to DSL service, you must determine which modem is Modem with installed in your computer, as well as identify the compatible DSL protocol.

  • Page 62: Connecting Your Digital Dsl/56K Modem

    Connecting Your You must contact your telecommunications service provider and ISP to determine the Digital DSL/56K availability of DSL service in your area. You may be required to have an external telephone line splitter installed at an additional cost by your telecommunications Modem service provider.

  • Page 63: Accessing The Online Help File

    Accessing the To access the DSL online Help file, complete the following steps: Online Help File From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button. Select Programs, then Compaq DSL, and then DSL Help. Obtaining To obtain technical assistance as well as DSL availability and connection Technical information, dial the Technical Support Center at the telephone number listed in your warranty statement.
  • Page 64 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules with the conditions previously noted. Located on the side of the modem card is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. Upon request, you must provide this information to your telephone company.
  • Page 65 Canadian Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification Regulatory means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee that the information equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Governing the Use of Tele- Before installing the equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be...

  • Page 66: Understanding Point-To-Point Connections

    Understanding Point-to-Point Connections You can set up your modem to call another modem directly. This is known as a point- to-point connection During a direct modem-to-modem call, the download and upload speeds are limited to 33.6 Kbps. Getting the For the latest information on your Compaq modem, visit the following Latest Modem Compaq Web site: Information...

  • Page 67: Chapter 8 Surfing The Internet

    Surfing the Internet Chapter 8 The Internet is a worldwide network of computer networks. Computer networks are two or more computers linked or connected together by cables or phone lines. These computers are linked together to provide seemingly endless amounts of information for research, education, commerce, and entertainment purposes.

  • Page 68: Understanding The World Wide Web

    Understanding the World Wide Web The World Wide Web, also known as the Web, is a popular format that has been set up on the Internet specifically for publishing and accessing information. This information is formatted into attractive pages in the form of text, graphics, animation, audio, and video called Web sites, which also contain hyperlinks to other Web sites so you can easily follow a path of associated ideas.

  • Page 69: Using A Web Browser

    Microsoft To begin surfing the Internet with Internet Explorer, complete one of the following: Internet From the Windows desktop, double-click the Internet Explorer Explorer From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, point to Programs, and then click the Internet Explorer NOTE: For America Online users, you must start AOL and log on before starting Internet Explorer.

  • Page 70: Accessing A Search Engine

    Accessing a Once you access the Internet, you can begin searching for information using a search Search Engine engine. A search engine is a type of program found on various Web sites that allows you to search the Internet for keywords you type in. The search engine will return a list of Web pages that have your keywords in them.

  • Page 71: Chapter 9 Connecting Your Internet Pc To A Network

    Connecting Your Internet PC to a Chapter 9 Network Your Compaq Internet PC may be equipped with a 1/10 or 10/100 Mbps network interface adapter and its associated driver. For the exact location of the Ethernet connector, refer to the Compaq Hardware and Software Setup poster that came with your computer.
  • Page 72 In the Network window, the Configuration tab is displayed: Click Add. Select Client and click Add. Select Microsoft. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, then click OK. Select File and Print Sharing…, then click in both boxes to make check marks appear. Click OK. In the Network window, the Configuration tab is displayed.

  • Page 73: Sharing Folders

    Complete the following steps: Enter a User name. Your user name should be easy to remember since you will use it every time you log onto your network. Enter a Password. Typing of a password is optional. If you choose not to type a password, leave the password box blank.

  • Page 74: Sharing A Folder

    Click the Reconnect at logon box. If the folder is password protected, you will be prompted for the password when you log onto the network. icon will not appear on the Windows desktop until the network icon. C:\My Documents\Shared Files...

  • Page 75: Sharing Printers

    Sharing Printers One of the advantages of installing a network is the ability to share expensive resources, such as a printer. Setting Up To share a printer, complete the following steps: Printer Sharing From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, then click Printers.

  • Page 76: Disabling Printer Sharing

    Disabling You may occasionally find it necessary to restrict access to a shared network printer. Printer Sharing You can only disable printer sharing at the computer to which the printer is directly connected. To disable printer sharing, complete the following steps: From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers.

  • Page 77: Chapter 10 Maintaining Your Internet Pc

    Maintaining Your Internet PC Chapter 10 Cleaning Your Internet PC The following recommended cleaning methods are provided to help you to keep the exterior surfaces of your Internet PC clean. Exterior To clean exterior surfaces, wipe with a slightly damp cloth. Surfaces Keyboard To clean the keyboard, gently wipe the surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

  • Page 78: Using System Maintenance Features

    Using System Maintenance Features Optimize your system by using the System Maintenance features offered in Microsoft Windows. You can use the Maintenance Wizard to check your hard drive for problems, manage your hard drive space, and delete unnecessary files. The Maintenance Wizard is a one-step feature that combines ScanDisk, Disk Defragmenter Disk Cleanup Compression Agent and many other tools.

  • Page 79: Chapter 11 Government Approvals

    PSTNs of terminal equipment * *Applies to modems contained in portable products only. Modems provided in desktop and mini-tower computers are approved to National standards. The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).

  • Page 80: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    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.

  • Page 81: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo

    Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States Only) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 82: Telecom Network Approvals

    This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the bottom of the portable computers and on the modem in desktop computers is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.

  • Page 83: Telephone Consumer Protection Act Of 1991

    An FCC Compliant 6-position modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible 6-position modular jack that is FCC Part 68 Compliant. If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily.

  • Page 84: Canadian Regulations Governing The Use Of Modems

    Canadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing the equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.

  • Page 85: U.k. Babt Users Notice

    U.K. BABT Users Notice (SupraExpress 56i Pro Global Modem - Desktop Products Only) The modem is intended for only use in the Compaq Internet PC. For the purposes of BABT approval, the modem is classified as a host-independent product. Telephone...
  • Page 86 This apparatus has been approved for the following facilities: Connection to direct exchange lines providing DTMF signaling Connection to compatible PBXs providing DTMF signaling Operation in the absence of proceed indication, selectable by user Call progress monitoring functions Data modem functions Auto-dialing functions Auto-answering functions Any other usage will invalidate the approval of the apparatus, if as a result, it then...

  • Page 87: Auto Dialing With The Modem

    Several options are available for auto-answering operation. The default setting is for two incoming rings. This is the recommended setting for normal operation by most computer users. Auto Dialing When entering telephone numbers, ensure that the number that appears on the screen with the Modem is correct before beginning to dial.

  • Page 88: Brugerinstruktioner I Overensstemmelse Med Danske Krav

    Brugerinstruktioner i overensstemmelse med danske krav Opkaldskoder P Compaq-modemet SupraExpress 56i Pro global modem understøtter ikke og T impulssignalering. Både opkaldskode P (impulssignalering) og T (tonesignalering) tvinger modemet til at anvende tonesignalering. Speciale gebruiksinstructies voor Nederland Aansluitfactor Het modem is geschikt voor aansluiting op het openbare geschakelde telefoonnetwerk en op (analoge) telefooncentrales binnen bedrijven en instellingen.

  • Page 89: New Zealand Modem Statements

    New Zealand Modem Statements The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.

  • Page 90: Safety

    Caller identification (which occurs between the first and second ring cadences) is not destroyed. This equipment does not fully meet Telecom’s impedance requirements. Performance limitations may occur when used in conjuction with some parts of the network. Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances. This equipment should not be used under any circumstances which may constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers.

  • Page 91: Laser Assemblies

    The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm the length of the cord must be between 5 feet (1.5 m) and 6.5 feet (2 m).
  • Page 92 The CD drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product. This label is located on the outside of the CD drive: Laser Type Wavelength Divergence Angle Output Power Polarization Numerical Aperture WARNING: 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.

  • Page 93: Using The Computer

    Using the Computer WARNING: A very small portion of the population may experience epileptic seizures when viewing certain kinds of flashing lights or patterns that are commonly present in our daily environment. These persons may experience seizures while watching some kinds of television pictures or playing certain games, including games played on the Internet PC.
  • Page 94 Component Manufacturing Site Modem Regulation Statement Patent Information Power Supply Caution Grounding Information Voltage Ratings Agency Approvals 11-16 Typical Agency Label Government Approvals...
  • Page 95 Government Approvals Typical Agency Label Component Manufacturing Site Modem Regulation Statement Patent Information Power Supply Caution Grounding Information Voltage Ratings Agency Approvals 11-17...
  • Page 96 Energy Agency labels are on the back of the computer. For examples of typical agency Compliance labels, refer to the Safety section. Energy Star Compliance The Energy Star logo is your assurance that your computer is in compliance with the EPA Energy Star Computers Program 2.0 guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 97 Glossary 10BaseT Unshielded twisted pair cable used to connect computers on an Ethernet network. See Ethernet. American A private, non-profit organization that facilitates the development of national National technical standards by establishing consensus among qualified public and private Standards sector groups. Institute (ANSI) American The code used to represent the conversion of keyboard characters into binary digits...
  • Page 98 binary digit A representation of the basic building block of all computer information using the symbols 0 and 1. The data represented by one binary digit is equal to one bit. See bit, byte. BIOS See Basic Input Output System. A unit of measurement used to describe the smallest possible piece of computer information, represented as a binary digit.
  • Page 99 See chip, microprocessor. channel A communication path. Channel Bar A feature of the Microsoft Windows 98 active desktop that provides single-click access to featured Web sites. chip A tiny silicon wafer that contains miniature transistors and circuits. See central processing unit, microprocessor.
  • Page 100 A leased communication path that provides constant access to the Internet. default An automatic setting that a program uses unless alternative instructions are entered. desktop See Windows desktop. desktop A personal computer designed to be set up on a desk, as opposed to an easily- computer transportable notebook computer.
  • Page 101 digital versatile A CD-sized disc capable of storing a maximum of 17 GB of digital audio, video, or disc (DVD) data using both sides of the disc. Types of DVDs include the following: DVD-ROM (read only memory) contains read-only information. DVD-R (rewritable) allows information to be recorded to the disc only once using a rewritable DVD drive.
  • Page 102 DSL modem A device used to connect to the Internet using digital subscriber line service through standard telephone lines. See digital subscriber line. duplex Describes a communication channel that is always open in both directions. In telecommunications, it refers to the ability of both parties to transmit and receive signals at the same time.
  • Page 103 The collection of images and text shown on the monitor display that facilitates the interface (GUI) entry of commands and data. The Windows desktop is a graphical user interface. See graphical user interface. half duplex Describes a communication channel that is only open in a single direction at any given time.
  • Page 104 See high-performance addressing. HTML See Hypertext Markup Language. HTTP See Hypertext Transport Protocol. A switching device used to connect computers to a network. hyperlink Colored and underlined hypertext that when clicked provides immediate access to a file, a specific location within a file, or a Web page. See hypertext, link. hypertext Specially formatted words in a document or on a Web page that serves as a link to another location.
  • Page 105 Institute of A non-profit group involved in the development of technology and standards in the Electrical and areas of computer engineering and consumer electronics. Electronics Engineers (IEEE) interactive A term used to describe a program, such as a computer game, that immediately reacts to commands.
  • Page 106 A unit of measurement used to describe data quantity. One KB is equal to approximately one thousand bytes. See byte. See local area network. laptop computer A portable computer, usually weighing approximately eight pounds. Contrast desktop computer, notebook computer. See liquid crystal display. See light-emitting diode.
  • Page 107 log on To gain authorized access to a network or Internet service provider account by providing a user name and password. mailing list A mail forwarding service that allows subscribers to send e-mail to a single address where the message is copied and sent to all subscribers to that particular list. maillist See mailing list.
  • Page 108 Microsoft The family of GUI-based computer operating systems developed by the Microsoft Windows Corporation. Microsoft A browser program used to access and view the contents of data storage drives Windows available to the computer. Explorer Microsoft A network operating system developed by the Microsoft Corporation. Windows NT MIDI See Musical Instrument Digital Interface.
  • Page 109 See network interface card. notebook A portable computer about the size of a large notebook usually weighing about four computer pounds. Contrast desktop computer, laptop computer. online The state of being connected to a network, especially the Internet. online Help Program-specific information stored on the hard disk that can be accessed through the Help option on the program menu bar.
  • Page 110 PC card A credit card-sized device that can be plugged into a PC card slot on a notebook computer to expand its functionality. Formerly known as a PCMCIA card. See Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. See Peripheral Component Interconnect. PCMCIA See Personal Computer Memory Card International Association.
  • Page 111 Product Key The Microsoft Windows operating system product identification code printed on the lower right corner of the cover of the Microsoft Windows Getting Started guide. You must enter this code during the Microsoft Windows Setup. program Software installed on a computer that facilitates the performance of useful work, such as a word processing program.
  • Page 112 An icon on the Windows desktop that provides a direct link to a program, directory, or file. Shortcuts are identifiable by the small arrow located in the lower left corner of the icon image.
  • Page 113 touchpad A small, touch-sensitive pad used as a pointing device on some portable computers. By tracing a finger or other object along the pad, you can move the pointer on the display screen. You select a menu option by tapping on the pad (if this feature is enabled).
  • Page 114 See Microsoft Windows NT. Windows The work area shown on the monitor display that contains the Windows Taskbar as desktop well as icons that represent links to programs or shortcuts to programs and files. See link, shortcut, Windows Taskbar. Windows...
  • Page 115 World Wide Web A universal database that provides a consistent means to access large amounts of information. Web documents facilitate the quick retrieval of information through the use hypertext links. See World Wide Web. Zip disk A storage device with a 100 or 250 MB capacity that is compatible with a Zip drive. Zip drive A device that can read and write data to a Zip disk.
  • Page 116 Glossary-20 Glossary...
  • Page 117 Index access depends on password 9-4 file 9-3 full 9-4 read-only 9-4 Add Printer Wizard 9-5 Add/Remove Programs utility 5-8 anti-virus See McAfee Anti-Virus anti-virus emergency diskette 6-2 creating 6-2 using 6-3 battery battery warning 11-12 browsing 8-3 Category 5 Ethernet 9-1 CD 4-8 CD/DVD drive 4-10 inserting a CD or DVD 4-8...

  • Page 118: Energy Compliance

    DVD 4-8 display options 4-13 enlarging and reducing the view 4-13 hiding the Taskbar 4-13 on-screen control buttons 4-14 options 4-14 play settings 4-12 viewing and hiding 4-13 DVD Player starting 4-11 enabling file sharing 9-2 print sharing 9-2 energy compliance 11-15 file sharing enabling 9-2 files...
  • Page 119 laser safety 11-13 locked system recovering from a 2-2 Maintenance Wizard 10-2 mapping a network drive 9-4 McAfee Anti-Virus 6-4 scanning for viruses 6-1 VirusScan 6-2 messages printer offline 9-5 Microsoft Windows accessibility 5-5 accessories 5-5 activemovie control 5-6 calculator 5-6 CD player 5-6 Communicating &...
  • Page 120 printer disabling sharing 9-6 enabling sharing 9-2 offline 9-5 protocols IPX/SPX 9-2 TCP/IP 9-2 recovering from a locked program 2-2 a locked system 2-2 regionalized feature using 4-11 restarting the computer 2-2 ringer equivalence number 11-4 safety 11-12 battery warning 11-12 laser safety 11-13 power cords 11-12 ScanDisk 2-2...
  • Page 121 waking the computer 3-6 Web address Compaq address 8-1 Web browser defined 8-2 Microsoft Internet Explorer 8-3 using 8-3 web page 8-1 Web server 8-1 Web site 8-1, 8-2 workgroup 9-2 World Wide Web 8-2 WWW 8-2 Zip disk inserting and removing 4-17 Zip drive 1-Step Backup/Restore 4-16 Copy Machine 4-16...
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