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Compaq Evo D500 USD Getting Started Manual

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Quick Setup &
Getting Started Guide
Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop
Personal Computer
Document Part Number: 250893-001
November 2001
This book will help you with the initial hardware and software setup
for the Compaq Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop personal computer.

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  • Page 1 Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop Personal Computer Document Part Number: 250893-001 November 2001 This book will help you with the initial hardware and software setup for the Compaq Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop personal computer.
  • Page 2 © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation. Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Evo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the United States and other countries. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Step 1: Unpack the Compaq Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop Personal Computer ..1 Choose Minitower or Desktop Configuration ....... 2 Step 2: Identify Rear Panel Components .
  • Page 4 Contents Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 5: Quick Setup

    Step 1: Unpack the Compaq Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop Personal Computer Å WARNING: Misuse of your personal computer or failure to establish a safe and comfortable workstation may result in discomfort or serious injury. Refer to your Safety & Comfort Guide for more information on choosing a workspace and creating a safe and comfortable work environment.

  • Page 6: Choose Minitower Or Desktop Configuration

    Choose Minitower or Desktop Configuration The Compaq Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop personal computer can be used in either a minitower or desktop configuration. To use it in the minitower configuration, align the hole at the base of the personal computer with the post and thumbscrew in the stand. Tighten the screw to secure the personal computer to the stand.

  • Page 7: Step 2: Identify Rear Panel Components

    Step 2: Identify Rear Panel Components Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop Personal Computer 1 Cable-Lock Provision 2 Power Cord Connector 3 Ethernet RJ-45 Connector 4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connectors (4) - PS/2 Keyboard Connector 5 Legacy Module ✎ Connector is not visible with Legacy Module or rear panel cover installed.

  • Page 8: Step 3: Connect External Devices

    (NIC) connectors. PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors are available only on Evo D500 Ultra-Slim Desktop personal computers equipped with the Legacy Module. A USB mouse or keyboard may be connected to any of the available USB connectors.

  • Page 9: Step 4: Connect The Power Cords

    Step 4: Connect the Power Cords Connect the power cords as shown below. The power cord may be pressed into the slot provided on the rear panel cover or Legacy Module (if installed) to keep it out of the way. Å...

  • Page 10: Step 5: Identify The Top And Front Panel Components

    Quick Setup Step 5: Identify the Top and Front Panel Components MultiBay Dual-State Power Button System Activity Light Microphone Connector Headphone Connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connectors (1) Power On Light Multiport ✎ You must turn off the computer before installing or removing a MultiPort module.

  • Page 11: Step 6: Turn On The Personal Computer And Install The Operating System

    Step 6: Turn On the Personal Computer and Install the Operating System Press the power button to turn on the personal computer. Refer to “Step 5: Identify the Top and Front Panel Components” on page 6 for the location of the power button. The first time you turn on the personal computer, the operating system is installed automatically.
  • Page 12 Quick Setup Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Customizing the Monitor Display You can manually select or change the monitor brand, model, refresh rates, color, resolution, and power management settings. Select the Display icon in the Windows Control Panel to change display settings, or refer to the online documentation provided with the graphics controller utility.

  • Page 14: Registration

    Getting Started ✎ You may need to use the keyboard to make selections during the system restore process. USB mouse support is not available until USB mouse drivers have been restored. For questions about or problems with this CD, please contact Compaq customer service.

  • Page 15: For More Information

    Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide (this book, in PDF Format) Hardware Reference Guide (PDF Format) Computer Setup Guide (PDF Format) Desktop Management Guide (PDF Format) Network Communications Guide (PDF Format) Troubleshooting Guide (PDF Format) Safety & Regulatory Information (PDF Format) Safety &...
  • Page 16 Getting Started 1. Insert the compact disc into the CD-ROM drive. There may be a ✎ The menu and books are displayed in the language chosen during initial system setup or specified later in your Windows Regional Settings. If the Regional Settings do not match one of the languages supported on the CD, the menu and books are displayed in English.

  • Page 17: Basic Troubleshooting

    Basic Troubleshooting Overview This chapter is intended for basic troubleshooting only. A comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide is available on the Compaq Reference Library CD and on the Web at You may elect to purchase a Compaq Quick Troubleshooting Guide (part number 153837-001, available through your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider) that contains easy to follow flow charts that can lead you through the debug process.
  • Page 18 Getting Started Ä CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, there is always power applied to the system board. You must disconnect the power cord from the power source before opening the computer to prevent system board or component damage. Turn up the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the monitor is dim.

  • Page 19: Interpreting The Diagnostic Lights

    Interpreting the Diagnostic Lights Compaq computers feature diagnostic lights or LEDs (light emitting diodes) to indicate various computer states or errors. The following tables describe the diagnostic light indications. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on the Compaq Reference Library CD for more information.
  • Page 20 ROM flash when power to the system is turned on. The following table lists the various keyboard light combinations used by the Boot Block ROM, as well as the meaning and action associated with each combination. Refer to the Desktop Management Guide for more detailed information. LED Activity...
  • Page 21 Keyboard Light Combinations Used by Boot Block ROM FailSafe Boot Block Mode Num Lock Caps Lock Num, Caps, Scroll Lock Num, Caps, Scroll Lock ✎ Diagnostic lights do not flash on USB keyboards. *Insert valid ROMPaq diskette in drive A. Turn power switch off, then on to reflash ROM. If ROM flash is successful, all three keyboard LEDs will light up and you will hear a rising tone series of beeps.

  • Page 22: Solving Minor Problems

    Getting Started Solving Minor Problems You may be able to easily resolve the minor problems described in this section. If a problem persists and you are unable to resolve it yourself or if you feel uncomfortable about performing the operation, contact your Compaq authorized dealer or reseller.
  • Page 23 Solving Minor Problems (Continued) Problem Cause Computer date and RTC (real-time clock) time display is battery may need to be incorrect. replaced. Battery life is approximately 3–5 years. Computer powered off The unit temperature automatically and the may have been Power LED is: exceeded.
  • Page 24 Getting Started Solving Minor Problems (Continued) Problem Cause Cursor will not move The Num Lock key may using the arrow keys be on. on the keypad. Blank monitor screen. Monitor is not turned on and the monitor light is not on. The cable connections are not correct.

  • Page 25: Solving Hardware Installation Problems

    Solving Hardware Installation Problems You may need to reconfigure the computer when you add or remove hardware, such as an additional diskette drive. If you install a plug and play device, Windows 98 and Windows 2000 automatically recognizes the device and configures the computer. If you install a non–plug and play device, you must reconfigure the computer after completing installation of the new hardware.
  • Page 26 Getting Started Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide...
  • Page 27 audio connectors 3 backing up data files 9 battery real-time clock 1–19 Blank screen 1–20 cables, color-coded 4 cabling, checking connections 1–13 cautions operating system installation 4 prevention of data loss 10 setup 7 color coding of cables 4 Compaq Reference Library CD Safety &...
  • Page 28 Index power-on 6 system activity 6 line-in or line-out audio connector 3 microphone connector 6 monitor connection 4 mouse connection 4 MultiBay eject button 6 network interface controller (NIC) connection 4 notes language chosen during Setup 12 power button shutoff 10 product documentation 11 reconfiguring power button 10 USB keyboard use during setup 10...

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