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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ....... 1-1 Where Can I Find Information?....1-2 Printed Documents .
Page 5 Left Panel ........2-6 Components on Left Side ....2-6 Diskette, CD, DVD, or CD-RW Drive for Left Side .
Page 6 Storage Drives ....... 3-12 Identifying Your Storage Drives ....3-12 Using the Diskette Drive .
Page 7 Audio CDs and Video Discs ..... . 5-5 Playing Audio CDs ......5-5 DVDs .
Page 8 Chapter 7 Caring for Your Battery ..... 7-1 Battery Care ........7-2 Using the Battery .
Page 9 Hard Disk Space Management ....8-8 Checking the Hard Disk Space ....8-8 Deleting Unnecessary Files .
Page 10 Congratulations! As the owner of a new Presario Notebook computer, you have joined the world-wide community of mobile computer users. Once your Notebook is set up and connected to the Internet, you can explore vast regions of information, entertainment, and services online. The Beyond Setup Guide is designed for both experienced computer users and beginners.
Page 11: Printed Documents
This section describes the documentation that came in the box with your new Notebook. See also The Compaq Web site is available worldwide. As you explore the Internet, stop at the following address for information about products, services, and special offers: www.compaq.com Did you know...
Page 12 This document explains how to protect your equipment from damage, protect yourself from injury, and ensure your comfort while using your Notebook. The warranty details the Compaq commitment to service during the warranty period. Keep the warranty certificate in a safe place for future reference.
Page 13: Symbols
The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide and in the electronic documentation: Did you know... See also Warning The illustrations shown and the features described in this document may differ slightly from your Presario Notebook computer. Important information that may help you to solve a problem.
Page 14: Safety
Warning To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, read the Safety and Comfort document. Did you know... To protect your equipment from power surges, plug all power cords into a high-quality surge protector. If you have a dedicated telephone line for the modem, buy a surge protector with a telephone...
Page 16 Before you begin using your new Presario Notebook, you’ll want to look at some of the basic components. To open your new Notebook, slide the Display Release Latch and gently lift the lid up.
Page 17 Open the front of your Notebook and take a look at these components: • Components on Front • Lower Front Panel • Internet Zone Buttons and Lights • Function Keys See also “Turning Your Notebook On and Off” later in this guide to learn more about how to start and shut down your Notebook.
Page 18 See also “Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons” later in this guide to learn how to program these buttons to suit your needs.
Page 20 The following keys have already been assigned:...
Page 21 Take a look at the left side of your Notebook. This is where the USB ports, CD, DVD, or CD-RW drive port, modem and Ethernet ports, 1394 port and PC card slot are located. Did you know... PC Cards are credit card-sized removable options that expand the capability of your Notebook.
Page 22 Take a look at the right side of your Notebook. This is where the AC adapter connector and IR port are located.
Page 23 Take a look at the back of your Notebook. This is where you connect an external monitor. See also “Attaching Hardware Devices” later in this guide for more information on attaching external devices.
Page 24 Here’s what’s on the underside of your Notebook. This is where the memory compartment and battery are located. Before calling Compaq Customer Support you will need the serial number from the underside of your Notebook. See also “Using Battery Power” later in this guide for more information about the Battery Release Switch.
Page 26 Your Presario Notebook computer is designed for easy setup, use, and upgrading. In this chapter, you’ll become familiar with your Notebook features.
Page 27: Plugging And Unplugging Ac Power
This section helps you get your Notebook set up and running. • Plugging and Unplugging AC Power • Turning Your Notebook On and Off • Using Battery Power • Optimizing Processor Speed See also The Easy Setup Poster and the “Government Approvals” section in the Safety and Comfort Guide for worldwide power cord information.
Page 28 Did you know... When a charged battery is in your Notebook, you can simply unplug it from AC power. Your Notebook automatically switches to battery power. Did you know... Hibernation is a state of no-power consumption. When your Notebook enters this mode, the contents of the memory are saved to the hard disk and your Notebook...
Page 29 Warning Your Notebook contains a lithium-ion battery pack. Improper handling of the battery pack can result in fire and chemical burns. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, dispose of in water or fire, or expose it to temperatures higher than 140 °F (60 °C).
Page 30 Did you know... The battery charges whether your Notebook is on or off. It continues charging until the battery is fully charged or the AC power is disconnected. The battery will lose its charge gradually if not used for a long time. Did you know...
Page 31: Touchpad
In this section you’ll learn how to select, click and double-click with the TouchPad: • Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse • Tapping and Double-Tapping • Edge Motion See also “Preventive Maintenance” later in this guide for tips on keeping your TouchPad clean.
Page 32 To get additional help for setting advanced TouchPad features, click the button or select Help from the Mouse Properties dialog box. Did you know... To help prevent accidental pointing while typing, drag the PalmCheck slider towards maximum. Your TouchPad has a Tapping feature that works like the left mouse button.
Page 33 Edge Motion allows you to continue to scroll once your finger reaches the edge of the TouchPad. When this feature is turned on, the window continues to scroll until you lift your finger. To turn on Edge Motion, complete the following steps: 1.
Page 34: Display Options
In this section: • Changing Resolution • Adjusting Brightness Did you know... Your Notebook’s display is already set to its optimal resolution. Compaq recommends changing the resolution setting only if you encounter problems. If the display only fills part of the screen or the default resolution does not suit your needs, you may want to adjust the display resolution.
Page 35 You can also adjust the display brightness by pressing Fn+F7 to decrease the brightness or Fn+F8 to increase the brightness. Did you know... Key combinations such as the example Fn+F7 used above mean that you should press and hold down the Fn key, press the F7 key, and then release both keys simultaneously.
Page 36: Front Of Your Presario Notebook
The Internet Zone buttons, located above your Notebook’s keyboard, automatically connect you to the Internet. These buttons give you one-touch access to your most frequently used Internet activities. This section covers: • Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons See also “Front of Your Presario Notebook”...
Page 37: Storage Drives
In this section: • Identifying Your Storage Drives • Using the Diskette Drive Did you know... On select models, Compaq provides a back-up utility (or system save) that allows you to save your data and applications to a partitioned drive located on your hard disk.
Page 38 To use the diskette drive, connect the cable of the diskette drive to any one of the USB port on the left side of you Notebook. To insert a diskette into the diskette drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the arrow on the diskette pointing towards the drive, and gently push the diskette into the drive.
Page 39: Communication Feature
In this section: • Using the Modem • Using the LAN You may have to disable power management when using communication feature. Set the COM port of the internal modem to COM3. Did you know... The modem cable core contains ferrite, a material that minimizes electromagnetic interference.
Page 40 Did you know... The LAN cable core contains ferrite, a material that minimizes electromagnetic interference. You can use the 10/100 Base-T LAN module to connect your Notebook to a network. To connect the LAN module to the network, complete the following steps: 1.
Page 41: Connecting An Ir Device
In this section: • Connecting an IR Device You can transfer data in a wireless manner with an IR device through the IR port on the right side of your Notebook. To connect your Notebook with an IR device, complete the following steps: 1.
Page 42: Security
In this section: • Using the Security Slot • Power-On Password If you have already specified a power-on password, your Notebook will prompt you for the password. To use the security slot found on the back of your Notebook, complete the following steps: 1.
Page 43 5. Type your new password on the Enter new Power-On password line and press the Enter key. 6. Confirm your password by typing it again on the password verification line and press the Enter key. 7. When [ ] Enable password is highlighted, enable the new password by pressing the Space Bar to insert and X between the brackets.
Page 44 6. Press the Enter key on the Enter new Power-On password line. 7. Press the Enter key on the password verification line. 8. When [ ] Enable password is highlighted, disable the old password by pressing the Space Bar to remove the X from the brackets.
Page 46 Now that your Presario Notebook computer is set up and running, you may want to explore and learn about some of the common tasks performed by your Notebook.
Page 47 Did you know... Compaq provides anti-virus scanning and free software updates for one year through the Internet. A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on your Notebook and then spreads from one file to another. Viruses can damage data, cause computers to malfunction, and display annoying or offensive messages.
Page 48 A computer virus is a program that damages or erases files or programs. Your Notebook can become “infected” with a virus when you open a contaminated program or file. Some signs indicating that your Notebook may be infected include: • Strange characters or crude statements suddenly appearing on your screen •...
Page 49: Adding And Removing Software
Discover how easy it is to add and remove software, attach new hardware devices, or re-install deleted hardware drivers. With easy-to-follow instructions, you can completely and safely install or remove software programs and hardware devices with no worries. This section covers: •...
Page 50 Check the downloaded program file for viruses before installation. To install a program file that you have downloaded from the Internet to your hard drive, complete the following steps: 1. Terminate your Internet connection. 2. Close all programs. 3. From the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
Page 51 To install a new hardware device such as a printer or gamepad to your Notebook, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off your Notebook. 2. Connect the device to your Notebook according to the instructions that come with it. 3. Turn on your Notebook. You may be prompted to insert the Windows Installation CD or diskettes.
Page 52 3. Select Specify a location. If C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS is not displayed in the drop-down box, select it from the drop-down list or type it in the box and click Next. The Wizard begins installing the necessary files and drivers for the new hardware. 4.
Page 54 Who would ever have thought that your home entertainment center could fit in your lap or on a desktop? Your Presario Notebook computer allows you to listen to your favorite music and (on select models) watch your favorite movies almost anywhere you go. To help you understand what options lie at your fingertips and how to use these options, this...
Page 55: Cd Or Dvd Drive
This section covers: • Connecting the CD or DVD Drive • Inserting a Disc • Removing a Disc • Manually Ejecting a Disc Warning Do not Disconnect the CD or DVD drive when your Notebook is turned on. To connect the CD or DVD drive to your Notebook, complete the following steps: 1.
Page 56 Did you know... If your Notebook power is off, you will not be able to eject a disc from the CD or DVD drive. To remove a disc without powering up your Notebook, you must eject the disc from the drive manually. See “Manually Ejecting a Disc”...
Page 57 If you need to eject a disc when the power is off, complete the following steps to eject the disc manually: 1. Make sure the power is off and any external power sources are disconnected. 2. Insert a small rod or pin, such as a paper clip (approximately 1/16 inch in diameter and at least 3/8 inch in length) into the Manual Eject Hole and push firmly as shown in the figure above.
Page 58: Playing Audio Cds
In this section you’ll learn how to play audio and video discs with your Notebook. This section covers: • Playing Audio CDs • Playing Non-DVD Video Discs Did you know... You can also use the function keys to play an audio CD. These keys are shown in “Function Keys”...
Page 59 4. Select your CD/DVD drive from this list. Click Properties to open the CD/DVD System Properties dialog box. 5. Click the Settings tab, and ensure that the check box next to Auto Insert Notification is clear. 6. Click OK to close the dialog box.
Page 60: Using The Dvd Player
In this section you’ll learn how to play DVD discs with your Notebook. This section covers: • Playing Non-DVD Video Discs • Using the DVD Player • Using “Regionalized” DVDs Did you know... Digital Versatile Discs (DVDs) look like CDs, but they store movies.
Page 61 Your Notebook’s DVD Drive reserves the best seat in the house for you, so you can watch all your favorite movies anytime, anywhere. The DVD Player is simple and fun to use. You have two options for starting the DVD Player: •...
Page 62 The on-screen controls allow you to quickly and easily access the features of the DVD Player. The table below provides you with button identifications and descriptions to help you operate the player.
Page 64 Did you know... When attempting to play a DVD that does not match the drive’s region setting, you will see the message, “The disk region is different from the region of the drive … Do you wish to change the drive region?”...
Page 65 You can only change the region code for the 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.
Page 66 To change the DVD drive region setting, complete these steps: 1. With a DVD disc in the drive, open the Compaq DVD Player. 2. Click the DVD Options of the player to open the DVD Options dialog box. 3. Click the DVD Region tab. 4.
Page 67 You already know how to play DVDs and video CDs. This section shows you how to adjust the display options while watching videos on your Notebook. To hide the DVD Player panel, click anywhere outside the DVD control panel. To view the DVD Player control panel when the DVD Content Picture window is set to full-size, move the cursor to the edge of the screen.
Page 68: Installing Adaptec Easy Cd Creator
If your Notebook has a CD-RW drive, you can create your own audio and data CDs. This section covers: • Installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator™ 4 (available on select models) • Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 • Preventing Buffer Underrun Errors •...
Page 69 5. When prompted, insert the Adaptec Update Diskette if one was provided with the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue the installation. 6. When the installation is complete, click Finish. Take Two is used to back up the contents of your hard disk to a single or multiple CDs.
Page 70 Did you know... After installation of Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4, you will be prompted to restart your Notebook. You must restart your Notebook before you can begin using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4. Did you know... When you start or restart your Notebook, Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 prompts you with a Web-CheckUP option.
Page 71 Did you know... You can record any combination of tracks, WAV, or MP3 files to an Audio CD. Did you know... If information about the music CD is located on your hard disk, the CD title, artist name, and the name of each track are displayed.
Page 72 Did you know... The CD-Recordable or CD- ReWritable CDs have to be formatted first before writing to them. 4. To open a Data CD Layout, click the small arrow next to the New button on the toolbar. Select Data CD from the drop-down list and a Data CD Layout opens.
Page 73 Did you know... Easy CD Creator is designed to assist you in reproducing material for which you own the copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner. Unless you own the copyright or have permission to copy from the copyright owner, you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages...
Page 74 • Open the Systems Properties dialog box by clicking System from the Control Panel. Click the Device Manager tab and ensure that Allow Disconnect is set for both the CD-Recorder and the hard disk. • Do not attempt to record CDs from files on a network. If the desired files are on a network, copy them to your local hard disk before recording the CD.
Page 76 “Surfing the Web” can be a wonderful way to use and enjoy your Notebook. Surfing offers new opportunities daily for shopping, education, news, entertainment, research, and education. Possibilities abound on the Web. This chapter helps you discover them. When you do, you will not be alone.
Page 77: What Is The Internet
This section helps you answer these questions: • What is the Internet? • What is the World Wide Web? Did you know... The Internet is changing communication and commerce around the world. The World Wide Web is part of the Internet. Several decades ago, the U.S.
Page 78 Did you know... Computers in a network can share information as well as devices such as printers and scanners. A network can link multiple computers. For example, a large company could link all its computers within a single network. On a higher level, networks can link to other networks. In fact, huge numbers of networks are linked worldwide to form the Internet.
Page 79: Graphics
Did you know... Hyperlinks make it easy to jump from place to place on the World Wide Web. World Wide Web information is grouped in Web sites that are home to one or more Web pages. Web pages can provide text, graphics, animation, audio, and video to your computer.
Page 80 Your Presario Notebook provides you with a selection of Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Did you know... High-speed Internet access may be available in your area. Check with your ISP or local telephone company for more information. Did you know... Your Presario Notebook has a built-in Ethernet connection which is the most common way to connect to high-speed...
Page 81 See also The “Search Engines” section later in this chapter for detailed information about searching on the Internet. Check with your Internet Service Provider for details about the e-mail service they provide. A search engine is a program used on Web sites that allows you to search the Internet for keywords you enter.
Page 82: Browsers
This section covers the following: • What is a Browser? • Using Microsoft Internet Explorer Learn to use the features in your browser. It makes your Internet experience much more enjoyable. Did you know... Your Notebook comes with Microsoft Internet Explorer preinstalled.
Page 83 Did you know... Microsoft Internet Explorer has an extensive Help section that includes a tour of its major features. See also “Internet Zone Buttons and Lights” in Chapter 2 and “Internet Zone Buttons” in Chapter 3 for information about identifying and reprogramming the Internet Zone buttons.
Page 84: Search Engines
This section will help you perform the following tasks: • Choosing a Search Engine • Using a Search Engine • Searching on the Web • Accessing Files from the Internet Did you know... Each search engine has a different look and feel. Try various search engines to see which one you like.
Page 85 Choose your keywords carefully. Your choice determines the success of your search. Did you know... URL means Uniform Resource Locator. A URL is an address for a resource or Web site on the Internet. Most search engines ask for a keyword. A keyword is a single word or simple phrase that describes your topic.
Page 86 Try various keywords and compare the results. You can also use the same keyword in different search engines. Check your browser’s Help files for specific information on using your Favorites folder. You can now begin searching on the Web. Briefly examine the list provided by the search engine. Then, •...
Page 87: Accessing Files From The Internet
See also The “Anti-Virus Software” section of Chapter 4 for more information about how to protect your Notebook and your files from viruses. Accessing files from the Internet can be as simple as the push of a button. You may want to access files such as software upgrades and patches, videos, music, the latest news, or up-to-date virus-...
Page 88 When you’re on the go, AC wall outlets are not always available and sometimes you’ll want to use battery power. This chapter shows you how to maintain and recharge your battery properly so that your Presario Notebook computer has the power necessary to continue running.
Page 89: Using The Battery
When AC wall outlets are not available or convenient, the battery becomes the “life-line” of your Notebook. In this section you will become familiar with the following: • Using the Battery • Storing the Battery • Recycling the Battery Warning If your Notebook contains a lithium battery pack, improper handling of the battery pack...
Page 90 For safety reasons when operating under AC Power, Compaq recommends that you keep a battery installed. This also helps to ensure that you have a charged battery when you need it. 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...
Page 91: Calibrating The Battery
All batteries lose their charge if they have not been used for a long period of time. In this section you will become familiar with the following: • Calibrating the Battery • Maximizing Battery Operating Time • Fixing a Low-Battery Condition Do not plug in the AC adapter during the process or you will...
Page 92: Power Management
You can use your Notebook while the battery is draining or charging. 5. Click the Power Schemes tab. 6. From Running on Batteries column: a. In the Turn off Monitor drop-down list, select Never. b. In the Turn off Hard Disk drop-down list, select Never. c.
Page 93 Battery charging time will vary based on the initial battery charge, the type of battery, and the activity of your Notebook while charging. Over time, all batteries lose the ability to operate at full capacity and the battery will have to be replaced. To purchase a new battery, contact your Compaq-authorized dealer or access the Compaq Web site at: www.compaq.com/athome.
Page 94 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 while your Notebook is not in use. Did you know... The battery will charge whether your Notebook is on or off, and will continue to charge until the battery is...
Page 95 Did you know... Once your Notebook has entered Hibernation mode, it will not turn on until it is plugged into an AC adapter or the drained battery is replaced with a charged one. If you cannot connect the AC adapter but you have a charged battery, you can change to battery power and continue working.
Page 96 Did you know... Presario Notebooks have power-saving features that protect your data and conserve battery and monitor life. Congratulations! You are no longer a “new user”. Now you know how to use some of the fun, basic functions of your new Presario Notebook computer, like surfing the Web.
Page 97 Did you know... Your Notebook automatically goes into Hibernation if your battery is low or after one hour of Sleep. When it is on AC power, it does not go into Hibernation. See also Presario Operating System Manual for more information on changing Power Management settings.
Page 98 Maintaining your Notebook by keeping it clean and keeping the vents free from dust promotes greater longevity and higher performance. If Notebook components are not cleaned periodically, the probability of system failure increases. The information in this chapter provides helpful instructions for the maintenance and care of your Notebook.
Page 99: Cleaning Your Notebook's Exterior
This section covers: • Cleaning Your Notebook’s Exterior • Cleaning the Keyboard • Cleaning the Display Screen • Cleaning the TouchPad • Caring for Your Presario Notebook Using a damp, lint-free cloth, clean the keyboard, the Notebook’s exterior, and other external parts on your Notebook. You should clean the keyboard periodically to rid it of dust, lint, and any other foreign particles that...
Page 100 Foam swabs or cosmetic applicators are preferred to cotton swabs because cotton can add rather than remove lint. Give your Presario Notebook a safe home. If your Notebook is consistently exposed to direct sunlight, consider moving it. The heat from the sun shining on the display screen can reduce its performance and cause glare.
Page 101 Did you know... Your Notebook is cooled by air that is drawn in through the vents on the chassis and blown out through the exhaust fan. It is important to keep the vents on the chassis free of dust and debris. Brush any dust away from the vents with a damp cloth but do not attempt to dismantle the...
Page 102 To retrieve files that may have been lost or damaged, you should back up your files regularly to diskettes or other backup media. You can back up all the files on your Notebook or you can select specific files and folders. Use diskettes to do a partial backup of selected files or folders.
Page 103: Using Scandisk
This section covers: • Using ScanDisk • Using Disk Cleanup • Deleting Stored Files • Defragmenting Your Hard Disk In the ScanDisk dialog box, you can select the option “Automatically fix errors.” Did you know... You can also optimize your disk space with other options.
Page 104 Did you know... Defragmenting your Notebook on a regular basis optimizes the speed of your Notebook. To free hard disk space, remove unused files stored on your hard disk by completing these steps: 1. Double-click the My Computer Windows desktop. 2.
Page 105: Checking The Hard Disk Space
This section covers: • Checking the Hard Disk Space • Deleting Unnecessary Files • Using the Recycle Bin In Windows, you can see a chart of the available hard drive space. To check your hard drive space, complete the following steps: •...
Page 106 Did you know... You can also double-click on the Recycle Bin icon and open the folder to select items that you wish to keep. When you delete files from your Notebook, they are not completely eliminated from your hard drive. They are temporarily stored in a system folder referred to as the Recycle Bin.
Page 108 You turn on your Notebook and it won’t start. You try to print and nothing happens. You get an error message that prevents you from getting your work done—and there's no one around who knows what to do. Help! In this chapter you’ll learn easy ways to increase computer performance and solve some basic computer problems: •...
Page 109: Chapter 9 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. In this section: • Helpful Hints • Finding Solutions Quickly If you encounter minor problems with your Notebook, display, or software, refer to the following list of general suggestions before taking further action: •...
Page 110: General Questions
• General Questions • Display Questions • Questions about Sound • Questions about Movies • Questions about Peripherals • Questions about Upgrades • Error Messages See also For more information, please refer to your Microsoft Windows Operating System Manual. See also You can refer to other documentation that comes with your Notebook or peripheral...
Page 111 See also Presario Notebook Operating System Manual for information on how to create additional hardware profiles. Q. Why is my Notebook slow when not on the network or when coming out of Hibernation mode? A. If the internal Ethernet hardware (network card) is set up to connect to a network, Windows tries to access the network through the Ethernet hardware.
Page 112 Q. My display (monitor) is blank. What should I do? A. Your Notebook might be in either Sleep (Standby) or Hibernation mode. Try pressing any key to wake your Notebook from Sleep (Standby) mode. If this does not correct the problem, press the Power button once to resume from Hibernation mode.
Page 113 See also “Adjusting Brightness” section in this guide. See also “Using Your Notebook” earlier in this guide for more information on charging the battery. Q. The DVD movie is too dim or too bright. What should I do? A. Adjust the brightness setting and the Advanced Display properties.
Page 114: Hard Disk Space Management
See also “Hard Disk Errors” and “Hard Disk Space Management” earlier in this guide for information about the hard disk. Error messages are displayed on the screen to alert you when problems occur and when your input is required to resolve a problem.
Page 115 Q. I receive a non-system disk or disk error message. What is wrong? A. If you have a non-system or disk error message, check the following: • Check the diskette drive to see if you have a diskette in the drive.
Page 116: Audio And Video
In this section: • Audio and Video • Battery and Power • Mass-Storage • Game and Internet • Keyboard and TouchPad • Memory and PC Card...
Page 117 Did you know... Video is also referred to as the display. Key combinations, such as the example Fn+F8 used in these solutions, mean that you should press and hold down the Fn key, press the F8 key, and then release both keys simultaneously.
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Page 120 See also “Error Messages” earlier in this chapter.
Page 121 See also “Error Messages” earlier in this chapter.
Page 122 Did you know... Mass-Storage media include CDs, CD-RWs, DVDs, diskettes, and the hard disk.
Page 128 Did you know... The TouchPad is your Notebook’s mouse. Use your finger on the touchpad to direct the cursor across the screen.
Page 132 This Glossary defines commonly used terms to help new users understand computer concepts. Some of these terms are used in this guide. 1394 port A new type of connector for plugging in peripherals, such as video cameras, with extremely fast data-transfer rates.
Page 133 A mistake in the design of computer software or hardware. Because of their complexity, many have minor bugs. As soon as the manufacturer becomes aware of the problem, modifications are made to correct it. bulletin board An electronic notice board on the Internet where people can post notices for others with similar interests.
Page 134 Ctrl+Alt+Delete Pressing and holding down the Ctrl key, then the Alt key, and then the Delete key, simultaneously, to close a program that is locked (not responding). Use Ctrl+Alt+Delete a second time to shut down a computer that is locked. Unsaved data is erased from memory.
Page 135 disk High-capacity storage media, such as the hard disk inside the computer and the removable media used in a Zip drive or Jaz drive. diskette Low-capacity, removable storage media made of flexible plastic film encased in a hard plastic shell. Since the plastic film is flexible, the 3.5-inch diskette is some- times referred to as a floppy disk.
Page 136 Ethernet The most widely-installed local area network technology. An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special upgrades of twisted pair wires. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems provide transmission speed up to 10Mbps are called 10BASE-T. Devices are connected to the cable and compete for access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection protocol.
Page 137 hard disk Internal storage media for permanent storage of system files, software, and data files. The hard disk consists of flat, round platters. Each side of each platter has a head that floats on a thin cushion of air over the surface of the rapidly spinning disk and picks up (reads) magnetically stored data or records (writes) data onto the disk.
Page 138 Internet A worldwide collection of computer networks that are interconnected so that users can share electronic information. Internet Explorer See Microsoft Internet Explorer. Internet keyboard A keyboard that resembles a typewriter keyboard, but is equipped with special buttons programmed to connect to the Internet. Internet phone A video telephone that allows you to make long-distance calls over the Internet.
Page 139 microprocessor A silicon chip inside your computer that processes the instructions and data from input devices (such as the keyboard and mouse) and communicates them to output devices (such as the monitor, speakers, and printer). Microsoft Internet Explorer A Web browser developed by the Microsoft Corporation.
Page 140 MP3 The file extension for MPEG, audio layer 3, sound files. This format compresses sound data from a stereo music CD to one-half of its original size without sacrificing sound quality. Because of their small size, MP3 files can easily be transferred over the Internet.
Page 141 online To be communicating with another computer through a modem or network. You are online when you log on and establish a connection. You are offline when you lose or terminate a connection. See modem. See also network. online Help A manual that displays on the screen while you are actually working in a program and need help.
Page 142 plug-and-play A feature, introduced with Windows 95, to simplify the use of some peripheral devices. Once the device has been installed (in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions), you can plug it into the computer while the computer is running. The operating system auto- matically recognizes the new device.
Page 143 right-click To push down and quickly release the right mouse button to display a shortcut menu of the most commonly used commands for the item you clicked. See pop-up menu. ROM (read-only memory) Memory that contains the basic instructions for the microprocessor.
Page 144 shareware Software you can try before you buy. After a trial period, usually 30 days, the program uninstalls unless you pay for it You can download shareware from the Internet. See software. shortcut An icon on the Windows desktop that you double-click to launch a program.
Page 145 upload To send information to another computer on the Internet. UPS (uninterruptible power supply) A device that provides a short-term backup power supply, as well as surge protection. URL (uniform resource locator) address of a Web site, such as www.compaq.com. USB port (universal serial bus port) A connector for plugging in multiple, ultra-high-speed peripherals.
Page 146 Windows desktop The main screen you see when your computer completes startup. The desktop displays icons (small pictures) that represent items in the operating system (such as My Computer and Recycle Bin), shortcuts to programs installed on your computer, and shortcuts to folders or files.
Page 148 AC Adapter connecting connector 9-13 troubleshooting AC Power plugging unplugging using Accessing search engines Accessing files 6-12 from the Internet Adaptec Easy CD Creator 5-21 user information Audio 9-15 troubleshooting audio 9-21, 9-24 troubleshooting Backing up 5-20 5-18 using data CDs Backup devices utilities...
Page 149 Beyond Setup guide defined 3-10 Brightness 3-10 adjusting controls Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5-20 Buffer underrun Burning 5-18 Buttons Digital Audio Instant Internet Access Internet Zone 2-2, 2-3 left TouchPad 2-2, 2-3, 2-6, 3-3 Power 2-3, 2-6 Retail Central right TouchPad Scroll 2-3, 2-6 volume down...
Page 150 Deleted files recovery Disabling self-starting feature Disc inserting removing removing manually Disk 3-13 drive 3-13 ejecting Disk Cleanup using Diskette drive 3-13 Diskette eject button Display blank 3-10 brightness cleaning screen hibernation 2-1, 2-2 release latch resolution settings 9-10 troubleshooting Downloaded program file installing Drained Battery...
Page 151: Lower Front Panel
Inserting CD/DVD Installation downloaded program file software from a CD or diskette Internet 6-12 accessing files address connection defined 6-12 files access mail searching Internet Service Provider (ISP) Internet Zone buttons and the Web 5-19 Jewel Case Creator Keyboard cleaning Keys function Left click...
Page 152 right side safety set up turning off turning on Notebook components front side underside Numbers model serial 1-3, 9-3 Operating system manual 3-17 Password 3-18 removal 3-17 setting 9-13 troubleshooting Playing audio CDs DVDs video discs Power battery 2-2, 3-3 button plugging supply...
Page 153 disabling Serial Number Sleep 7-10 indicators Software adding installation removing Standby 3-12 Storage drives 3-13 diskette Stored files deleting 6-1, 6-5 Surfing the Web 1-5, 3-2 Surge protector Switches Symbols System recovery TouchPad cleaning double-tapping Edge Motion 2-2, 2-3 left button left click right button right click...
Page 154 Windows customizing Disk Cleanup World Wide Web defined Writing files 5-19 to CD-R/CD-RW...

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HP Compaq Presario,Presario 800AP Supplementary Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 3 Using Your Notebook

Chapter 2 Your Notebook at a Glance

Chapter 4 Common Tasks

Chapter 5 Using the CD or DVD Drive

Chapter 6 Let's Go Surfing

Chapter 7 Caring for Your Battery

Chapter 8 Service

Chapter 9 Solutions

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