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Getting Started

Compaq Presario
6000 and 8000 Series Computer
This guide helps you get acquainted
with the features of your computer
and provides solutions to problems.
Connection locations and system
components may vary.

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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Getting Started Compaq Presario 6000 and 8000 Series Computer This guide helps you get acquainted with the features of your computer and provides solutions to problems. Connection locations and system components may vary.
  • Page 2 This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied, Compaq, the Compaq logo, Presario, Evo, and iPAQ are reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior trademarks of Compaq Computer Corporation in the U.S. and written consent of Compaq Computer Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Computer for the First Time ... 2–1 Inserting and Removing Registering with Compaq ... . 2–2 a CD or DVD Disc ....3–8 Making Recovery CDs .
  • Page 4 Web Browsers ....4–3 Using the Compaq Keyboards..3–17 E-mail ......4–3 Using the Internet Buttons.
  • Page 5 System Recovery ....6–4 Replacing or Adding a Drive ..8–13 Using Compaq Recovery CD Creator ..6–7 Upgrading or Replacing Memory ..8–17 System Recovery Using Recovery CDs .
  • Page 6 Getting Started...

  • Page 7: Getting Information And Updates

    The Compaq Web site provides additional printed documents that came with your computer information about your computer: and from the Compaq Web site. Use this guide as ■ For general information about products and your first point of reference, and then refer to the...

  • Page 8: Warranty And Support Guide

    Product Name: ______________________________ important Compaq telephone numbers. Model Name: _______________________________ In the event of a mechanical problem, contact Compaq, not the retailer who sold you the Serial Number: ______________________________ computer. Keep the guide in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Computer

    Setting Up the Computer Turning On the Follow the steps shown in the Quick Setup guide to set up the computer in your work area. Then Computer for the First Time read the topics in this section describing how to turn on the computer for the first time, and finish After you’ve finished connecting the components of the registration process.

  • Page 10: Registering With Compaq

    As part of the initial setup in some countries/regions, you are prompted to register the computer with Compaq. It’s important to register so that you can be notified of changes and updates to the Compaq Presario.

  • Page 11: Making Recovery Cds

    Make the recovery comfort and productivity. Refer to the printed CDs for your PC by using the Compaq Recovery Safety and Comfort Guide included in your CD Creator now, before a need occurs. Refer literature pack.
  • Page 12 Setting Up the Computer 2–4 Getting Started...

  • Page 13: Using The Computer

    Using the Computer The operation of your computer is controlled by You will find information about using applications two kinds of software: and Microsoft Windows in the printed manuals and online Help that accompany them. For ■ The Microsoft Windows operating system, Microsoft Windows, you can also press the Internet which governs the interaction of the Help G button on your keyboard to access the...

  • Page 14: Using The Diskette (Floppy) Drive

    Using the Computer ■ To insert a diskette, hold it with the label facing Using the Diskette (Floppy) up and the arrow on the diskette pointing Drive toward the drive; then gently push the diskette into the drive. The diskette drive (also known as a floppy drive) uses a 3.5"...

  • Page 15: Using The Hard Drive

    Using the Computer ■ To remove a diskette, press the Eject button 1 Using the Hard Drive on the diskette drive. You can store computer operating files, CAUTION: Wait until the diskette drive applications, data, Internet files, and personal activity is complete (the activity light 2 files on your hard drive.
  • Page 16 Using the Computer To Check Hard Disk Space 4. Notice the amount of free space listed in the Details area, and make sure it is enough for 1. Click the Start button on the Windows your application or data. taskbar. 2.

  • Page 17: Using The Cd Or Dvd Drive

    Using the Computer Using the CD or DVD Drive DVD-ROM and DVD+RW/+R drives take longer to begin playback than CD drives because they must Your computer may have one or two optical determine the type of media being played. If any drives —...
  • Page 18 Using the Computer Comparison of Drives and Actions Allows you to CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD+RW/+R Read CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs • • • • Read DVDs • • Read data from CD • • • • Listen to music • •...

  • Page 19: Support For Disc Types

    Using the Computer Using the Combo Drive Support for Disc Types You can use several different types of optical discs The combination drive is available on select with your CD or DVD drives. The type of drive models only. It combines the functions of two drives in your computer and the type of disc you use into one: either a DVD+RW/+R drive and a determine what you can do.

  • Page 20: Inserting And Removing A Cd Or Dvd Disc

    Using the Computer If you insert a blank CD-R or CD-RW disc, use To Insert a Disc RecordNow to copy audio or data files. If you 1. Press the Load/Eject button to open the drive. insert a blank DVD, a program opens for you to use to record to the disc.

  • Page 21: Listening To Music

    Using the Computer To Remove a Disc To Adjust the Volume ■ To remove the disc, press the Load/Eject 1. Click the Start button on the Windows button to open the drive. taskbar. 2. Click Control Panel. Listening to Music 3.

  • Page 22: Playing A Movie

    Using the Computer 5. Make adjustments to the device and speaker Playing a Movie volume levels. You can play a DVD movie only on a DVD-ROM or DVD+RW/+R drive. To Play a Movie 1. Insert a DVD disc. For best performance, close all other programs before playing a DVD movie.

  • Page 23: Creating A Cd

    Using the Computer Creating a CD There are several applications available for creating CDs. Compaq provides CD burning software on select models to assist you with creating CDs. Uses of the CD-RW Drive You can create An audio CD Create personal music CDs with your favorite music tracks and MP3/WMA files.
  • Page 24 Using the Computer You can use either CD-R or CD-RW discs to create It is recommended that you use a CD-R disc if your CDs. You can write to a CD-R disc only once; you are going to play it in a CD player, CD-ROM, but you can write to, erase, rewrite to, and reuse a DVD-ROM, or DVD+RW/+R drive.

  • Page 25: Maintaining The Cd Or Dvd Drive

    Using the Computer ■ Unplug the computer if any liquids or objects Maintaining the CD or DVD Drive fall into the drive. Keep the following guidelines in mind when maintaining and cleaning your CD or DVD drive: Using the DVD Writer Drive ■...

  • Page 26: Using The Mouse

    Using the Computer Using the Mouse Mouse Components Left mouse Click and quickly release Your computer includes either a Scroll Mouse, an button to make screen selections. Optical Mouse, or a Wireless Optical Mouse. Double-click and quickly release to open applications and files.

  • Page 27: Using The Scroll Mouse

    Using the Computer If you wish, you can switch the functions of the Using the Scroll Mouse left and right buttons of a mouse. The mouse directs the cursor on the Windows To Modify Mouse Buttons desktop. Use the mouse to move quickly through a document or Web site.

  • Page 28: Using The Optical Mouse

    Using the Computer the cursor from the starting point icon, the When using the optical mouse: faster the scrolling occurs. To stop ■ Use a mousepad or a white sheet of paper autoscrolling, press any mouse button. underneath your mouse. Using it on a glass or see-through surface inhibits the ability of Autoscrolling does not work with some the sensor to track the cursor.

  • Page 29: Using The Wireless Optical Mouse

    If your mouse does not function properly, see the troubleshooting section “Wireless Mouse” on page 7–26. Using the Compaq Keyboards The keyboard has an arrangement of standard keys and special buttons. The illustration shows the location of the keys and buttons. The number and location of keys or buttons on your keyboard may vary from the illustration.
  • Page 30 Using the Computer Compaq Internet Keyboard Components Function keys Perform special functions, depending on the software application being used. Internet buttons Provide quick access to your favorite Web sites, services, and applications. (Internet buttons are not available on all keyboards.) Edit keys Include the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.

  • Page 31: Using The Internet Buttons

    Using the Computer Compaq Internet Keyboard Components (Continued) Windows Logo keys* Open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. Used in combination with other keys to perform other functions. Main keys Work like standard typewriter-style keys. *Keys available in select geographic countries/regions.
  • Page 32 Using the Computer Internet Buttons Instant Internet Provides your daily starting point to the Internet. It connects you to a customizable Web page filled with local weather, news, sports, and financial information. Help Takes you to the Help and Support Center, which provides information about your computer and computer-related peripherals as well as access links to online technical support.
  • Page 33 Using the Computer Internet Buttons (Continued) Entertainment Connects you to the world of entertainment, featuring music downloads, streaming video, Webcasts, entertainment news, and reviews. My Presario PC Takes you to the My Presario Web site. Retail/Affinity Provides an instant connection to your computer store and a variety of Central leading consumer companies.

  • Page 34: Customizing The Internet Buttons

    Using the Computer Modifying Monitor Display Customizing the Internet Buttons Properties All Internet Buttons can be reprogrammed to open any software application or data file on your hard You can modify how information displays on your drive, or any Internet address. computer monitor.

  • Page 35: Turning Off The Computer

    Using the Computer To Turn Off the Computer Moving the slide towards Less 1. Close any open software programs. To close increases the size of text on your programs, click the X in the upper-right corner screen. Moving the slide towards of each window.

  • Page 36: Printing

    Using the Computer Printing Using the Print Menu The Print menu is widely used in Windows You can print text and graphics from most applications. Although different applications applications and Internet sites if you have a printer may have different Print menu options, you connected to your computer and the necessary can generally: software installed for the printer.

  • Page 37: Saving Energy

    Using the Computer Saving Energy To Use the Print Menu 1. Click File on the menu bar. As an alternative to shutting down the computer, 2. Click Print. you can conserve energy by putting the computer into standby and then hibernation by setting the 3.

  • Page 38: Standby Mode

    Using the Computer Standby Mode To Manually Enter Standby Mode 1. Click Start on the taskbar. When the computer is in standby mode, it goes into a low-power state and the monitor is blank, 2. Click Turn Off Computer. as if it’s turned off. The next time you use the 3.

  • Page 39: Hibernation Mode

    Using the Computer Hibernation Mode If Hibernate is not present, you can set When the computer is in hibernation mode, it up your computer for hibernation; refer saves everything that is in computer memory to the to “Automatic Standby or Hibernation hard disk, turns off the monitor and the hard disk, Mode”...

  • Page 40: Automatic Standby Or Hibernation Mode

    Using the Computer Automatic Standby or To Modify the Power Management Settings Hibernation Mode 1. Click Start on the taskbar. To automatically put the computer into standby or 2. Click Control Panel. hibernation mode, modify the power management settings. 3. Click Performance and Maintenance. 4.
  • Page 41 Using the Computer ❏ To set the timer for auto-hibernation, 6. Click the Power Schemes tab to set the timers for standby and/or hibernation. In the click the time to elapse before hibernation Power Schemes box, select a power scheme (such as After 1 hour) in the System from the drop-down list.

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