Page 1: Users Guide
Users Guide Evo Notebook N180 Document Part Number: 260623-001 November 2001...
Page 2 Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Evo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is”...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Underside ........2–11 Components on the Underside....2–11 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 4 Removing a Disc ......5–3 Manually Ejecting a Disc ..... 5–3 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 5 Restoring Software......7–5 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System..7–6 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 6 Using Backup Devices......8–2 Compaq Help and Support ......8–3 Accessing Compaq Help and Support .
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq notebook computer, you have joined the worldwide community of mobile computer users. After your notebook is set up and connected to the Internet, you can explore vast regions of information, entertainment, and services online.
Page 8: Where Can I Find Information
If you have access to the Internet, you can also view these and other documents on the Compaq Web site. See the “Using Online Help and Support” section in Chapter 8 for specific Web site information.
Page 9: Viewing Or Printing A Guide On The Cd
Compaq service and support tools The Users Guide and the Safety and Comfort Did you know... Guide is available on the Compaq Web Site. See the “Using Online Help and Support” section in Chapter 8 for specific Web site information.
Page 10 4. For information about closing Acrobat Reader or using it to view or print a document on the Documentation Suite CD, click the Help button near the top of the Adobe Acrobat Reader window. 1–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 11: Symbols And Graphics
Text set off in this manner provides commentary, sidelights, Note or interesting points of information. Graphics The illustrations shown and features described in this document may differ slightly from those provided with your notebook computer. Users Guide 1–5 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 12: Safety
ª press and hold the Power button until the notebook shuts down. Compaq does not recommend turning off your computer this way under normal circumstances. 4. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and unplug the modem line from the wall jack.
Page 13: Protecting Your Notebook During An Electrical Storm
If the notebook does not turn off automatically, press and Note ª hold the Power button until the notebook shuts down. Compaq does not recommend turning off your computer this way under normal circumstances. 5. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and unplug the modem line from the wall jack.
Page 14: Your Notebook At A Glance
Front of Your Notebook, 2-2 Left and Right Panels, 2-8 Back Panel, 2-10 Underside, 2-11 To open your notebook, push the Display Release Latch 1 and gently lift up the lid. Users Guide 2–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 15: Front Of Your Notebook
Common Features cad goes here Display Left TouchPad Button Series Number Easy Scroll Keyboard Right TouchPad Button Speakers Power Button TouchPad Display Release Latch 2–2 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 16: Lower Front Panel
Your Notebook at a Glance Lower Front Panel “Using Keyboard and Pointing Device” in Chapter 3 See also of this guide for more information on using the TouchPad. Power Light 2 Battery Charge Light Users Guide 2–3 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 17: Lights And Easy Access Buttons
Chapter 3 of this guide to learn how to program the Easy Access buttons to suit your needs. Pressing the volume down and volume up buttons at the same time mutes the sound. Repeat to restore the sound. 2–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 18 Provides you with one-touch access ƒ for sending and reading your e-mail. Search Provides you with instant access to news and information on the Internet. Search for topics including shopping, images, music, and videos. Users Guide 2–5 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 19: Function Key Combinations
Preset function key combinations use the Fn key and a function key to access or execute frequently used system functions. Keys Description Fn+F1 Compaq Help and Support Web site launch key* Fn+F2 Help launch key† Fn+F3 Switch between the display and external monitor in the...
Page 20 Fn+F11 CD or DVD previous track Fn+F12 CD or DVD next track *Connects instantly to Compaq for product information, helpful hints, performance updates, service, and more. †Launches Compaq Help and Support and provides access to Web-based service and support information.
Page 21: Left And Right Panels
Components on Left Side cad goes here 1 Air Vent 4 Optical Card Eject Button 2 PC Card Slot (Type I or II) 5 Manual Eject Hole 3 PC Card Eject Button 6 Optical Drive 2–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 22: Components On Right Side
Microphone Jack Diskette Eject Button * A CD, DVD, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW, or extra battery is available on selected models. “Using the Modular Bay” in Chapter 5 of this guide See also for more information. Users Guide 2–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 23: Back Panel
Components on Back Modem USB Ports (2) 10/100 Ethernet Port Keyboard/Mouse Port Air Vents Printer/Parallel Port S-Video (TV Output) Port AC Adapter Connector External Monitor (VGA) Port Security Slot 1394 Port 2–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 24: Underside
The memory compartment, main battery, battery release switch, modular bay, quick release handle, and the pop-up feet are located on the underside of your notebook. Before contacting Compaq Customer Support, you will need the serial number from the underside of your notebook. Components on the Underside...
Page 25: Using Your Notebook
In this chapter, you’ll become familiar with your notebook features. This chapter covers the following main topics: Power On, 3-2 Using Keyboard and Pointing Device, 3-7 Easy Access Buttons, 3-11 Storage Drives, 3-12 Security, 3-13 Users Guide 3–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 26: Power On
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power your notebook. Use only the Compaq adapter that came with your notebook or a Compaq replacement part.
Page 27: Surge Protectors
AC power supply. When a charged battery is in your notebook, Did you know... you can simply unplug it from AC power. Your notebook automatically switches to battery power. Users Guide 3–3 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 28: Turning Your Notebook On And Off
Start menu is displayed. 3. Click the Turn Off Computer button. The Turn off computer dialog box is displayed. 4. Click the Turn Off button. The operating system closes and your notebook turns off. 3–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 29: Using Battery Power
Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, dispose of in water or fire, or expose to temperatures higher than 140° F (60° C). Replace only with the Compaq battery pack specified for your notebook. The battery charges whether your notebook is Did you know...
Page 30: Inserting And Removing The Battery
3. Turn your notebook bottom side up and slide the Battery Release Switch on the underside of your notebook outward. The battery will pop up. 4. Lift the battery out of the battery compartment. 3–6 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 31: Using Keyboard And Pointing Device
If you will not be using your notebook for an extended Note period of time, Compaq recommends that you unplug the electrical cord from the outlet and remove the battery while your notebook is not in use.
Page 32: Using The Touchpad Instead Of A Mouse
To view other areas of a document or browser window, press the Easy Scroll button in the desired direction. The Easy Scroll button is only functional with selected Note software applications. 3–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 33: Tapping And Double-Tapping
4. Click OK to accept the changes and close the dialog box. 5. Close the Control Panel window. To help prevent accidental pointing while Did you know... typing, drag the PalmCheck slider toward maximum. Users Guide 3–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 34: Edge Motion
5. On the Edge Motion tab, select When Dragging, Always, and When Scrolling to turn on Edge Motion. 6. Click OK to accept the changes and close the dialog box. 7. Close the Appearance and Themes window. 3–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 35: Easy Access Buttons
You can reprogram the Easy Access buttons to reflect your personal preferences. To reprogram your Easy Access buttons: 1. Use the Windows Start menu to open the Control Panel. ÿ 2. Double-click the Easy Access buttons icon and follow the instructions provided. Users Guide 3–11 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 36: Storage Drives
My Computer dialog box. For example, if your hard drive is displayed under Hard Disk Drives as Local Disk (C:), then “C” is the drive designation of your hard drive. 4. Close the My Computer window. 3–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 37: Security
Power-On Password You can set a power-on password that will secure the information you store on the hard disk. When turning on your notebook, you must enter this password before you can access your files. Users Guide 3–13 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 38: Setting The Password
1. Press the Power button to turn on your notebook. 2. After the Compaq logo is displayed, a cursor is shown in the upper right corner of the screen for a few seconds. While the cursor is visible, press the F10 key.
Page 39 8. Make sure that Exit Saving Changes is selected. Press the Enter key, then select Yes to save your changes and exit. Pressing the F9 key at any point within the setup returns your notebook to the default settings. Users Guide 3–15 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 40: Common Tasks
Now that your notebook computer is set up and running, you may want to explore some common tasks. To help you take advantage of your notebook’s common features, this chapter covers the following main topics: S-Video Connection, 4-2 Software and Hardware, 4-5 Modem, 4-11 Users Guide 4–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 41: S-Video Connection
FN+F3 (2 times) LCD only TV only TV only FN+F3 (3 times) Ext. monitor LCD only only FN+F3 (4 Ext. monitor only timesX) You must connect the S-Video cable before powering on the Note system. 4–2 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 42: Connecting And Enabling S-Video
3. Double-click the Display icon to open the Display Properties dialog box, then click the Settings tab. 4. Click the Advanced button to open the ATI Mobility Radeon Properties dialog box, then click the Displays tab. Users Guide 4–3 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 43 The resolution of your notebook display is much Did you know... greater than the resolution of your TV. Image quality on the TV varies from application to application. 4–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 44: Software And Hardware
With easy-to-follow instructions, you can completely and safely install or remove software programs and hardware devices. This section covers: Adding and Removing Software Users Guide 4–5 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 45: Adding And Removing Software
2. Use the Windows Start menu to open the Control Panel. ¤ 3. Double-click the Add or Remove Programs icon to open the Add or Remove Programs dialog box. 4. Click Add New Programs. 4–6 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 46: Installing Hardware Devices
Follow the on-screen instructions and use any floppy disk or CD that has been provided by your hardware manufacturer. You may need to restart your notebook for the new hardware to be recognized. Users Guide 4–7 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 47: Upgrading Your Notebook's Memory
You can easily upgrade your notebook’s memory to take full advantage of the latest applications and games. Your notebook can be upgraded to 1 GB of memory using PC 133 memory modules, available from any Compaq retailer. Ä CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage many electronic components, including memory upgrade modules.
Page 48 5. Determine the location of the memory modules. cad goes here 1 Memory Modules* 3 Internal Mini PCI Device 2 Video RAM *Depending on the model of your notebook, one or both memory banks may be populated with memory. Users Guide 4–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 49 8. Insert the upgrade memory module into the socket at a 45° angle, and gently push down on the sides of the upgrade memory module until it snaps securely into place. cad goes here 4–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 50: Modem
PBX systems may resemble analog telephone jacks but are not compatible with the modem. Immediately disconnect an accidental connection to a digital line. 1. Plug the modem cable into the modem port on the computer. Users Guide 4–11 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 51 RJ-45 jack. 3. For international use, plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem adapter, as shown in the following figure. 4. Plug the country-specific modem adapter into the wall jack. 4–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 52: Connecting A Network Cable
A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 connector at each end. 1. Plug the network cable into the RJ-45 port on the computer. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into a network jack. Users Guide 4–13 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 53: Using The Cd Or Dvd Drive
Your notebook allows you to listen to music and (on selected models) watch movies. This chapter covers the following cad goes here main topics: CD or DVD Drive, 5-2 Modular Bay, 5-4 DVDs, 5-10 CD-RW Basics, 5-14 Users Guide 5–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 54: Cd Or Dvd Drive
3. Place the disc, label side up (unless it is a double-sided DVD), into the round area of the tray. Gently press the disc down onto the center spindle of the tray until the disc snaps into place. cad goes here 5–2 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 55: Removing A Disc
If you need to eject a disc when the power is off, complete the following steps to eject the disc manually: 1. Make sure that the power is off and any external power sources are disconnected. Users Guide 5–3 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 56: Modular Bay
“Components on the Underside” in Chapter 2 of this See also guide to locate the modular bay quick-release handle. To change the drive in the modular bay, follow the instructions provided for your operating system. 5–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 57: Windows 2000
1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows system tray. The devices that are installed display. 2. Select the device to be removed.A message appears telling you that the device can be safely removed from the system. Users Guide 5–5 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 58 3. Slide and hold the modular bay release switch toward the back, then pull out the device. 4. After you remove the device, insert another device. 5. Your notebook automatically detects that the modular bay device has been swapped. 5–6 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 59 To avoid losing data, Compaq recommends that you use the operating system to completely stop a modular bay drive from running before you remove the drive from your notebook. Refer to the appropriate Web site for information about using the operating system to stop drives before unplugging them.
Page 60: Audio Cds And Non-Dvd Video Discs
2. Click the Play button to begin playing the CD. 3. Click the Stop button to stop playing the CD. To remove the disc from the drive, click the Eject button on the CD or DVD drive. 5–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 61: Playing Non-Dvd Video Discs
Media Player dialog box is displayed. 3. Click the down arrow beside the Playlist field in the upper-right corner of the Windows Media Player dialog box. A drop-down list displays the contents of the disc. Users Guide 5–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 62: Dvds
For the best playback quality, close all open applications while playing a DVD. The DVD player is available only on selected models. Note 5–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 63: On-Screen Controls
Keep in mind that not all options are available with all DVD titles. Only the author of a title can include features. If a feature is not available with a particular title, it will be grayed out and inaccessible. Users Guide 5–11 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 64: Identifying Your Dvd Region Setting
1. With a DVD disc in the drive, open the WinDVD Player. 2. Click the Properties icon on the lower left corner of the player to open the Properties dialog box. 3. Click the General tab. 5–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 65 DVD drive five times. The fifth setting change you make becomes the permanent region on the player. Each time you make a change to the drive’s region setting, the remaining number of changes allowed on the DVD drive is displayed. Users Guide 5–13 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 66: Cd-Rw Basics
CDs or hard disk. These discs are reusable and can be erased and rewritten to numerous times. CD-RW software is only available on selected models. Note 5–14 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 67: Accessing Cd-Rw Software
Online Help to answer any questions you might have about the functionality of the software with your CD-RW drive. To access Online Help, click Help from the toolbar, then select Contents and Index from the drop-down list. Users Guide 5–15 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 68: Using Cd-Rw Software
Did you know... be prompted to restart your notebook. You must restart your notebook before you can begin using the software. You must close all other Windows programs Did you know... before installing CD-RW software. 5–16 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 69: Preventing Buffer Underrun Errors
CD. A buffer underrun error can occur on single or dual optical Note drive systems (CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drives). Users Guide 5–17 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 70: Caring For Your Battery
Power Management, 6-10 After you have read this chapter, you will be able to complete the following tasks: Increase the length of battery operating time Correct a low-battery condition Store your battery Recycle your battery Users Guide 6–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 71: Battery Care
See also information on inserting, removing, and charging your battery. For safety reasons, when operating under AC power, Compaq recommends that you keep a battery installed. This method ensures that you have a charged battery when you need it. 6–2...
Page 72: Checking Battery Power
Windows taskbar. When you have the main battery and the Did you know... optional modular bay battery installed on your notebook, the modular bay battery discharges before the main battery. Users Guide 6–3 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 73: Storing The Battery
Temperature plays an important role in recharging your battery. To gain maximum capacity, allow both the battery and your notebook to cool to 68° F (20° C), which is room temperature, before recharging the battery. 6–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 74: Recycling The Battery
Do not dispose of batteries with general household waste. Dispose of or recycle them by using a public collection system or returning them to Compaq, your authorized Compaq partners, or their agents. Battery Calibration All batteries lose their charge if they have not been used for a long period of time.
Page 75 6. Click the Power Options icon to display the Power Options Properties dialog box. You can use your notebook while the battery is draining or charging. 7. Click the Power Schemes tab and select the Portable/Laptop scheme. 6–6 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 76 9. Let the battery drain until your notebook reaches Hibernation and turns off. 10. Plug in the AC adapter and restart your notebook. 11. Return to the Power Options Properties dialog box, and re-enter your power savings settings to the desired level. Users Guide 6–7 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 77 10. Let the battery drain until your notebook reaches Hibernation and turns off. 11. Plug in the AC adapter and restart your notebook. 12. Return to the Power Options Properties dialog box, and re-enter your power savings settings to the desired level. 6–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 78: Maximizing Battery Operating Time
Remove PC Cards when you are not using them. Remove CDs or DVDs when you are not using them. Use Sleep or Hibernation mode to turn off your notebook when you are not using it. Users Guide 6–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 79: Power Management
Access Memory (RAM), and the screen is cleared. Your notebook is still on, but the display is blank. When you resume from Suspend, your information returns to the screen where you were previously working. 6–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 80 Your notebook automatically goes into Did you know... Hibernation if your battery is low or after one hour of Sleep. When your notebook is on AC power, it does not go into Hibernation. Users Guide 6–11 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 81 Start button, Turn Off Computer, then hold down thte Shift key as you click on Hibernate. ª ª Wake your Press the Power button Power light notebook from once. stays on. Hibernation manually. 6–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 82: Fixing A Low-Battery Condition
Caring for Your Battery Fixing a Low-Battery Condition If you will not be using your notebook for an extended period of time, Compaq recommends that you unplug the electrical cord from the outlet and remove the battery. A low-battery condition exists when the battery has less than 10 percent of its power remaining.
Page 83: Connect The Ac Adapter
4. Press the Power button to turn on your notebook. 5. Resume your work. When AC power becomes available, plug in the AC adapter and replace your notebook’s battery with the drained battery to recharge it. 6–14 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 84 After your notebook has entered Hibernation Did you know... mode, it will not turn on until it is plugged into an AC adapter or the drained battery is replaced with a charged one. Users Guide 6–15 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 85: Maintenance, Shipping And Travel
ROMs, and utilities. To obtain ordering information, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider or go to the Compaq Web site http://www.compaq.com. Users Guide 7–1...
Page 86: Downloading Software Updates
Software and Drivers Download Center at the Compaq Web site. In addition, each download includes a Readme.txt file that includes installation instructions and other information. Most software at the Compaq Web site is packaged in a Note compressed file called a SoftPaq™. A compressed file containing a system read-only memory (ROM) is called a ROMPaq™.
Page 87: Installing Software Updates
MS-DOS. The procedures for downloading a ROMPaq or loading a system ROM from a Compaq CD-ROM include the extraction of the installation files to a diskette. Be sure you have removed the diskette containing the system ROM from the drive before beginning the following procedure: 1.
Page 88 Do not turn on the computer immediately after installing a Note system ROM. To continue working after a message on the screen reports that the installation is complete, shut down the computer, wait 10 seconds, then turn on the computer. 7–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 89: Restoring Software
Do not restore software while the computer is docked in a docking base. Plug the computer into an electrical outlet and do not unplug it. Do not shut down the computer. Do not remove or insert a drive. Users Guide 7–5 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 90: Installing A Retail Version Of An Operating System
CAUTION: Replacing a Compaq enhanced operating system with a retail version will result in the loss of enhancements added by Compaq. In other cases, it may result in system lockups and loss of unsaved information. In other cases, complete USB support will become unavailable.
Page 91: Virus Protection
Several products are available on the market that will detect the virus, destroy it, and repair any damage it causes. Contact your authorized Compaq retailer for details. Monitoring Computer Temperature When the computer is run at high power levels or for an extended period of time, it is normal for the computer to feel warm to hot.
Page 92: Caring For The Computer
Remove all battery packs and store them in a cool, dry place. As needed, clean the screen and exposed computer surfaces with a soft cloth moistened only with water. Do not spray liquids directly on the computer. 7–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 93: Caring For Drives
Do not spray a drive with cleaners. Avoid exposing a drive to liquids or temperature extremes. If a drive must be mailed, ship it in packaging that protects it from shock, vibration, temperature, and humidity. Label the mailer as “fragile.” Users Guide 7–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 94: Preparing The Computer For Shipping Or Travel
If you plan to use the computer during a flight, check in advance with the airline: in-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. 7–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 95 Consult with a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider about power cord and adapter requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer.
Page 96: Regulatory Information
Product Agency Series Number Computer CM2110 Battery pack CM2111X AC Adapters ADP-60DB ADP-60DB Rev. B PA-1600-01 PA-1600-02 LE-9702A-01+ LE-9702B-01+ LSE9802B1960 LSE9802A1960 Docking base CM2117 7–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 97: Solutions
This chapter covers the following main topics: Basic Solutions, 8-2 Backup Utilities, 8-2 Compaq Help and Support, 8-3 Solution Tables, 8-7 If you cannot solve a problem yourself, you can contact Compaq support for all the help you’ll need. Users Guide 8–1 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 98: Basic Solutions
Before you consult our extensive list of common solutions, try these helpful hints. If you still need help, this section tells you how to quickly find the solution: Backup Utilities Compaq Help and Support Helpful Hints Finding Solutions Quickly Backup Utilities Using Backup Devices You should back up your files regularly with a backup utility.
Page 99: Compaq Help And Support
Solutions Compaq Help and Support Your notebook is equipped with Compaq Help and Support, an integrated help and assistance tool from Microsoft and Compaq that provides the following services: Easy access to your notebook’s built-in product information Preventive care and maintenance assistance for your...
Page 100: Using Online Help And Support
Compaq Customer Communities or to open a service request online for a Compaq support specialist. To post your question to the Compaq Customer Communities, open Compaq Help and Support and click Join the Compaq Customer Communities. You may want to visit the following Compaq Web sites: www.compaq.com/...
Page 101: Helpful Hints
Compaq support specialist. If your notebook is unable to connect to the Did you know... Internet for online technical support, you can contact Compaq by telephone. See your Warranty Statement for details. Helpful Hints If you encounter minor problems with your notebook, display, or...
Page 102: Finding Solutions Quickly
If the listed solution does not fix your problem, try another solution for the symptom or try the solution a second time. If a problem persists and you are unable to resolve it, contact a Compaq authorized service provider. Refer to your Warranty Statement for details. 8–6...
Page 103: Solution Tables
÷ Sound is too low. Volume is set too low. Click the Volume icon on the taskbar, then click the Volume slider and drag it up, or press the Volume Up button. Users Guide 8–7 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 104 Windows taskbar. taskbar option has Control Panel. not been selected. 2. Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. 3. Select Place volume control icon in the taskbar and click OK. 8–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 105 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. In the Screen area, click the slider and drag it to the desired resolution. 5. Click OK to accept the new settings, then close the Control Panel window. Users Guide 8–9 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 106 Ensure that the connected. device is connected to the 1394 port. The device drivers Refer to the are not set up instructions provided correctly. with the device to set up the drivers correctly in Windows. 8–10 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 107: Battery And Power
See “Calibrating the expected. Battery” in this guide. Battery charge does Power Management Reset the power not last as long as is disabled. management expected. options. See “Calibrating the Battery” in this guide. Users Guide 8–11 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 108: Mass-Storage
Wait a few seconds when playing some material at beginning for the video DVD movies. of movie causes corruption to clear momentary up. If it does not corruption. clear up, then stop and restart the DVD movie. 8–12 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 109 1. Open the My Computer window. 2. Select the 3½ Floppy (A:) drive. 3. Click File and point to Format. 4. Select the desired options and click Start to begin formatting the floppy. Users Guide 8–13 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 110: Games And Internet
If no dial tone is Verify that all found, another telephone handsets telephone handset on the same line are on the same line is on the receiver. not on the receiver. 8–14 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 111: Keyboard And Touchpad
Num Lk key to the screen. turn NumLock off. Cursor does not TouchPad needs to Wipe the TouchPad respond to be cleaned. with a damp cloth Touchpad. and then wipe it dry. Users Guide 8–15 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 112 Defaults button. 4. Click OK, and close the Control Panel window. The PageUp, Avoid pressing these PageDown, Home, keys when pressing or End keys were the Backspace or accidentally pressed Enter keys. while typing. 8–16 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 113: Memory And Pc Cards
PC Card or contact the PC Card manufacturer. PC Card may not be Review the PC Card supported by packaging to verify Windows. that the PC Card is compatible or contact the manufacturer directly. Users Guide 8–17 Evo Notebook N180...
Page 114 Backups can be kept document with the exact layout on the hard disk, a floppy intended by the author. The diskette, an LS Compaq drive, or Acrobat Reader can be even a CD. downloaded free of charge from bit The smallest possible piece the Adobe Web site.
Page 115 Professional organizations and in a CD-ROM drive. The disc is clubs often have bulletin boards a circular piece of plastic that for members to share stores digital data on one side, information and opinions. using laser technology. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 116 (the default is 1). You can scans the hard disk for errors. change the settings, and you can designate the new settings as the default. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 117 Internet. drive A device that reads and sometimes writes to storage media. Examples are the CD drive, DVD drive, LS Compaq drive, floppy drive, and hard digital A system that uses drive. electronic signals to transfer data in the form of bits.
Page 118 A CD-sized disc that stores with Collision Detection full-length movies, music protocol. videos, and multimedia computer games with Explorer See Microsoft three-dimensional graphics. Internet Explorer and Windows Both single-sided and Explorer. double-sided discs are available. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 119 With a pointing device, such as a mouse, you click an icon to tell the computer what you want. See also icon. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 120 (writes) data onto another. Documents formatted the disk. for a browser can be identified by the file extension .htm or .html. See also hyperlink. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 121 Internet A worldwide collection of computer networks that are interconnected so that users can share electronic icon A small picture that information. represents a menu command, file, program, tool, or peripheral. Internet Explorer See Microsoft Internet Explorer. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 122 See also network. all directions to control the movement of a pointer or objects on the screen. It is used for computer games in which you drive, fly, or shoot objects displayed by the monitor. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 123 Windows Explorer, and processes the instructions and Windows taskbar. data from input devices (such as the keyboard and mouse) and communicates them to output devices (such as the monitor, speakers, and printer). Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 124 CD-ROMs, and presentation packages. minimize To shrink a running program window into an icon on the Windows taskbar. Click the icon to restore the program window. See also Microsoft Windows. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 125 A program that When you play a tune on a lets you read and post messages synthesizer keyboard connected to newsgroups. to a computer, the music program translates what you play into a written score. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 126 It can be accessed through the Help menu at the top of the screen. Help for Windows can be accessed from the Start button on the taskbar. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 127 PC card A removable device must first shut down the that is designed to plug into a computer.) See also peripheral. PCMCIA slot to accommodate devices such as a modem, fax, or rotating storage media. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 128 You should keep a record of all product keys to protect your investment. They are comparable to the serial numbers on hardware. See also software. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 129 Click on one of the Since you cannot change or arrows to scroll the information write to ROM, it is referred to as into view. read only. See also microprocessor. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 130 Windows desktop that you when you order from a catalog. double-click to launch a (But never send your social program. security number over the Internet. Criminals can steal your identity with your social security number.) See also encrypt. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 131 See also digital and colors (from 256 to 16 million) program. that can be displayed simultaneously. The number of both pixels and colors is limited by the amount of video memory on the SVGA system. See also pixel. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 132 1998 to resolve two http://www.compaq.com competing technologies for 56Kbps modems. (If your modem does not conform to the V.90 standard, you can visit the manufacturer’s Web site and download a software upgrade.) Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 133 My Computer and Recycle Bin), immediately; others are set to shortcuts to programs installed activate on a certain date. on your computer, and shortcuts See also anti-virus software. to folders or files. See also shortcut. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 134 (a tray SVGA. with icons and the computer See also SVGA. clock) is on the right. Programs that are running, but minimized into icons, are displayed in the middle of the taskbar. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 135 .zip. An archive contains a self-extracting program with the file extension .exe (for executable). Double-click the executable file, and a wizard guides you through the process of unzipping the files. See also wizard. Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 136 6–13 about restoring software 7–5 Modular Media Bay 2–9 7–6 operating time 6–9 about retail version of software power management 6–10 7–6 power usage 3–3 about soap 7–8 recycling 6–5 ROM installation 7–4 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 137 7–9 Download Center 7–2 DVD drive Compaq Support Software CD on-screen controls 5–11 subscription 7–2 playing 5–10 Compaq Web sites. See Web sites region settings 5–12 Component locations troubleshooting 8–12 backpanel 2–10 Components Easy Access buttons 3–11 backpanel 2–10...
Page 138 Index Electrical safety 1–6 electrostatic shock, warning 7–8 Games enhancements to Compaq software troubleshooting 8–14 7–6 Ethernet connection 4–11 Hard drives, identifying 3–12 External device connectors 2–10 Hardware, installing 4–5 External monitor 2–6 4–2 Headphone jack 2–8 Help launch key 2–6 F10 Setup 3–14...
Page 139 Monitor, external 2–6 Monitor,external 4–2 Recycling batteries 6–5 Movies, playing 5–10 Regulatory information agency series numbers 7–12 Restore utilities 8–2 Network, connecting to 4–13 restoring software 7–5 Non-DVD video discs 5–9 Right panel components 2–8 Users Guide Evo Notebook N180...
Page 140 Index Software, adding and removing determining version 7–2 4–6 installing 7–3 Solution tables updating 7–1 See also Compaq Help and ROMPaq 7–2 Support audio and video 8–7 battery and power 8–11 Safety and Comfort Guide 1–3 keyboard and TouchPad 8–15 Safety issues 1–6...
Page 141 Index Troubleshooting updating system ROM 7–1 See also Compaq Help and Upgrades, memory 4–8 Support audio 8–7 version of ROM 7–2 battery 8–11 Video discs, playing 5–8 CD drive 8–12 virus infection on computer 7–7 diskette 8–13 Volume, troubleshooting 8–7 DVD 8–12...

Compaq Evo Notebook N180 User Manual

1 Introduction

2 Your Notebook at a Glance

3 Using Your Notebook

4 Common Tasks

6 Caring for Your Battery

8 Solutions

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