Compaq Laptop Getting Started Manual

HIBERNATION/STANDBY POWER BUTTON FUNCTIONALITY
Hibernation is a state of no power When your Notebook is on, pressing
consumption. When your the Power button places your
Notebook enters the Hibernation Notebook in Hibernation mode.
mode, the memory contents are ! Press and release the Power button
saved to the hard disk and your once to enter Hibernation mode.
Notebook is powered off. ! Press and hold down the Power
Standby puts your Notebook in button (about four seconds) to
low power mode. It is still on, shut down your Notebook.
but the display appears blank.
TOUCHPAD
Rear Components
Just as the mouse, the TouchPad
lets you draw lines or point to
Pr e s a r i o
items on the Windows desktop.
Try dragging the pointer across
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the screen by gently dragging
your finger across the TouchPad.
1. External Monitor (VGA) Port
2. Security Slot
RESETTING YOUR NOTEBOOK External CD, DVD or CD-RW Drive
If the system becomes unstable,
you can reset your Notebook by
pressing and holding the Power
key down for 4 seconds .
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1. CD or DVD Media Eject Button
2. CD or DVD Manual Eject Hole
*A DVD or CD-RW are available on select models.
ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESSS/CONTRAST CHANGING THE DISPLAY RESOLUTION
If your display is too faint/bright, On the taskbar, click Start Settings , ,
the brightness controls may be then Control Panel .
set improperly. You can adjust the ! Double-click Display , the dialog
brightness by pressing Fn + F7 to box opens. Click Settings .
decrease it or Fn + F8 to increase it. ! Under Screen area, click the
Resolution Slider , and drag it to
the desired resolution.
! Click OK to accept settings.
STEP 4:
Unfold to discover a Quick Reference, Quick Tips, Options and Features of your 800 Series Internet PC
This Getting Started Poster is intended for use only as a quick reference. For more detailed information and procedures, consult the guides.
STANDBY (SLEEP)/PANEL TOGGLE
ON/OFF POWER-ON PASSWORD
To put your Notebook on Standby: Sets a password to secure the
! Press the Fn+F4 keys information stored on the hard disk.
or ! Turn on your Notebook.
! Click the Start button on the ! After the Compaq logo is displayed,
Windows taskbar, then Shut Down , a cursor appears in the upper right
then Standby . corner of the screen for a few
! To wake your Notebook press any seconds. While the cursor is visible,
key. press the F10 key.
! One of the Power Saving measures ! Select the Security option.
include turning the LCD off when ! Move to Set Supervisor Password,
not in use, with the notebook still press Enter and follow the on-
running. To turn off the panel, press screen instructions.
the Fn+F6 keys. Repeat to turn on
the panel.
Left Side Components Right Side Components
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2 3 6 2
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1. IR Port
1. USB Port 2. AC Adapter Connector
2. CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive Port
3. PC Card Slot (Type II)
4. PC Card Eject Button
5. Ethernet Port
6. Modem Port
7. 1394 Port
8. USB Port
External Diskette Drive
KNOW YOUR NOTEBOOK.
KNOW YOUR NOTEBOOK.
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1. Eject Button
USING SCANDISK CHECKING THE HARD DISK SPACE
Examines your hard drive for surface You can view a chart of the available
errors and file/folder problems. hard drive space.
! At the Windows taskbar, click Start , ! At the desktop level, click My
Programs then Accessories . Computer .
! Click System Tools , then ScanDisk . ! Right-click on the hard disk icon of
your choice.
! Select the drive(s) to check and the
type of test you want to run. ! In the drop-down menu, click
! Click Start to begin. Click Close Properties .
when finished. ! View the hard disk space
information.
TO SHUT DOWN YOUR NOTEBOOK BATTERY
! Close all programs. To determine the amount of
! On the Windows taskbar, click Start , remaining battery power, follow
then click Shut Down . these steps:
! Select the Shut Down option. ! Double-click the Battery Charge or
! Click the OK button. After a few the AC Power icon located on the
seconds, your Notebook turns off. Windows taskbar.
! Check the battery lights or status
TO TURN ON YOUR NOTEBOOK panel gauge, depending on your
Notebook type.
! Press the Power button.
Underside Components
QUICKRESTORE SUPPORT
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Compaq enables you to restore your system at any time with the QuickRestore method. QuickRestore
provides various options:
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! Selective Restore allows you to select specific Compaq drivers or applications you want to reinstall without
reformatting your hard disk.
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! User Backup allows you to back up all information and files on the C:\ drive partition and store them in a
separate hard disk partition.*
! User Restore restores the C:\ drive partition from your last User Backup.*
! Factory Restore restores your Notebook to its original factory-installed software state.
and installed applications will be overwritten. Back up your data files first.*
! Make Emergency Diskette creates a diskette that contains specific information about your Notebook s
configuration.*
1. Battery
2. Memory Compartment *The Recovery CD is required.
3. Model and Serial Number
INSTALLING SOFTWARE FROM DISK/CD CONNECTING THE CD/DVD DRIVE
To Initiate the installation process, To connect the CD or DVD drive to
insert the disk/CD into the respective your Notebook, complete the
drive. Click Next .
following steps:
! Follow the on-screen installation ! Turn off your Notebook.
instructions. ! Connect the cable of the CD or
DVD drive to the CD or DVD drive
if a diskette or CD won't install: port on the left side of your
! Close all programs, click Start , Notebook.
Settings , and Control Panel from the
taskbar.
! Double-click the Add/Remove
Programs icon.
! The properties window is displayed.
Click Install .
FIXING A LOW-BATTERY CONDITION SCROLL BUTTON
A battery having less than 10 percent The Scroll button is the equivalent
of its power remaining is in a low of the Up and Down buttons of the
battery condition. When your Scroll bar on the side of your
Notebook loses all battery power, it display screen. To view other areas
enters Hibernation mode. You must of a document or browser window,
allow your Notebook to finish saving press the Scroll bar in the desired
and shut off automatically before direction.
trying to correct the low battery
condition.
NOTE: All data files
INSERTING/REMOVING A DISC USING THE DVD PLAYER
To load a disc into the disc drive: Your Notebook's DVD drive lets you
! Press the Eject button the drive. watch all of your favorite movies
anytime, anywhere. The DVD Player
! Remove a disc from its protective
case, holding the disc by its center is simple and fun to use. Insert a
hole and outer edge to avoid DVD into the DVD drive. After a few
touching the surface. seconds, the DVD Player* Control
Panel opens and playback begins.
To load a disc into the disc drive:
! Press the Eject button on the drive.
! Remove a disc from the tray, gently
pushing down on the center spindle
while pulling up on the outer edges.
! Push the tray back into the drive
until it locks into place.
* Only available on models that include a DVD drive.
INTERNET ZONE BUTTONS MORE INTERNET ZONE BUTTONS
The Internet Zone buttons, located Instant Internet Access
above your Notebook's keyboard, Connects you to a personalized
automatically connect you to the Web page filled with local
Internet. These buttons allow you weather, news, sports and more.
one-touch access to your most Instant E-mail
frequently used Internet activities. One touch access for sending
and reading e-mail.
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Instant connection to Compaq
Instant connection to your
for getting the most out of your computer store and other
computer and the Internet. consumer companies.
Digital Audio
Launches Windows Media
Player to play MP3 music.
PROGRAMING INTERNET BUTTONS
Reprogram the Internet Zone
buttons to reflect your personal
preferences.
! At the Windows taskbar, click
Start , select Settings , then
Control Panel .
! Click on the Easy Access Buttons
icon.
! Follow the on-screen instructions.
USING THE DISKETTE DRIVE
Connecting the Diskette Drive:
! To use the diskette drive, connect
the cable of the diskette drive to
any one of the USB port on the
left side of your Notebook.
Inserting and Ejecting a Diskette:
! 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.
To remove a diskette, press the
Eject button on the diskette drive.
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PLAYING AUDIO CDs HOW TO MUTE AUDIO
! Insert the CD into the drive (CD ! Press Fn+F5 keys to mute the
play should start automatically). audio.
! Repeat to unmute.
If CD play does not start:
! On the Windows taskbar, click
Start Programs Accessories , , ,
Entertainment , and CD Player .
! Once the CD Player opens, click the
Play button.
! To stop playing the CD, click the
Stop button.
! To eject the CD, click Eject .
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in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. First Edition January 2001.