CPQ-311245-001.book Page i Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM b Startup and Reference Guide Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 311245-001 June 2003 Part 1: Startup The Startup part of this guide explains how to set up your notebook for the first time. Part 2: Reference The Reference part of this guide explains how to identify and use the hardware and software features on your notebook.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Part-1 Startup This Startup and Reference Guide provides information about setting up and using your notebook. ■ To set up your notebook hardware and software for the first time, follow the procedures in this “Startup” part. ■ To learn more about using your notebook, refer to the remaining “Reference” part of this book.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Setting Up the Hardware To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook, the AC adapter 1, the power cord 2, and the battery pack 3. During hardware setup, you will: ■ Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so the battery can begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. ■ Open the notebook. ■ Connect the notebook to external power and turn on the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Inserting a Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into the battery bay: 1. Turn the notebook underside up on a flat surface. 2. Insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook 1. 3. Tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Opening the Notebook To open the notebook: 1. Place the notebook display side up on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 2. Slide the display release latch 1 as you raise the display 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Connecting the Notebook to External Power To connect the notebook to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, then into an electrical outlet 3. When the notebook is receiving external power, the battery light 4 turns on. Connecting the notebook to external power (Power cords and outlets vary by region and country.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Charging a New Battery Pack The battery pack you inserted earlier begins to charge as soon as the notebook is connected to external power. Charge status is indicated by the battery light. ■ The battery light is on and amber while a battery pack inserted into the notebook is charging. ■ The battery light is on and green when a battery pack inserted into the notebook is fully charged.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Turning On the Notebook To turn on the notebook, press the power button 1. When the notebook turns on, the power/standby light 2 turns on, and you are prompted to begin software setup. Turning on the notebook If the notebook does not turn on: ■ Make sure that the AC adapter is securely plugged into an electrical outlet. ■ Make sure that the outlet is providing power.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Setting Up the Software Ä CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers are installed, install software only when the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. During the installation: ■ Do not unplug the notebook from external power. ■ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation. ■ Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Installing Optional Software Step-by-step instructions for installing and using many of the applications and utilities included with the notebook are provided later in this guide. If you prefer to install optional software now, the following information may be helpful. To install an application or a utility from a CD, refer to the instructions included with the CD.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Setting Regional and Display Preferences Keyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time, date, and currency format, are set in the Regional Options window of the operating system. To access the Regional Options window, select Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Language and Regional Options icon. Screen appearance settings are accessed from the operating system Appearance and Themes window.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm: ■ Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ Provide surge protection on the cable that connects a modem to the telephone line.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Startup Using the Notebook Safely This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more safety and regulatory information, as well as instructions for protecting the notebook against electrostatic discharge, refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices guide. The Documentation Library CD is included with your notebook.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 2 Hardware Contents Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2 Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 Keys and Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4 Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5 Lights . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Display Display Display release latch 2–2 Opens the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Top TouchPad Top: TouchPad 1 TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. 2 TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. 3 TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled. 4 TouchPad scroll zones (2)* Scroll upward or downward. 5 Left and right TouchPad buttons* Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. *This table describes default settings.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Keys and Antenna Top: Keys and Antenna 1 Fn key Combines with other keys to perform system tasks. For example, pressing Fn+F7 increases screen brightness. 2 Function keys (12) Perform system and application tasks. When combined with the Fn key, the function keys F1 and F3 through F12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys. 3 Keypad keys (15) Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Power Controls Top: Power Controls 1 Power button* When the notebook is: ■ ■ ■ ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation. In Standby, briefly press to resume from Standby. In Hibernation, briefly press to restore from Hibernation.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Lights Top: Lights 1 Num lock light On: Num lock or the internal keypad is on. 2 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. 3 Mute light On: Volume is muted. 4 Wireless device light (available on select models) On: An optional internal wireless device is turned on. 5 Battery light On: The notebook is receiving adequate external power. ■ On amber: A battery pack is charging. ■ On green: A battery pack is fully charged.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Audio Buttons and Speakers Top: Audio Buttons and Speakers 1 Increase volume button Increases system volume. 2 Decrease volume button Decreases system volume. 3 Mute button Mutes or restores volume. 4 Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Front Panel Front Panel 2–8 1 SD Card light 2 SD (Secure Digital) Card slot 3 Microphone jack Connects an optional monaural or stereo microphone. 4 Audio-out jack Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. 5 Wireless device button (available on select models) Turns an optional internal wireless device on or off.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Rear Panel Connectors and Jacks Rear Panel: Connectors and Jacks 1 External monitor connector Connects an optional VGA external monitor or projector. 2 S-Video jack Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture card. 3 USB connectors (3) Connect optional 2.0-compliant USB devices. 4 RJ-45 network jack Connects an Ethernet network cable.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Vent Rear Panel: Vent Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. *The notebook has 3 vents. The other vents are on the underside of the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Left Side Left Side 1 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card. 2 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. 3 Optical drive* Supports an optical disc. *The type of optical drive, for example a CD, DVD, or combination CD/DVD drive, varies by model.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Right Side Right Side 1 Antenna (available on select models and not visible from outside the notebook)* Sends and receives wireless device signals. 2 Infrared port Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA-compliant device. 3 Power connector Connects an AC adapter cable. 4 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. *The notebook has 2 antennas.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Underside Bays and Memory Compartment Underside: Bays and Memory Compartment 1 Battery bay Holds a battery pack. 2 Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the battery bay. 3 Memory compartment Contains 1 memory slot for an optional 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB, or 1024-MB memory module. As shipped, the memory slot may be filled with a replaceable memory module or vacant, depending on the notebook model.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Docking Connector and Vents Underside: Docking Connector and Vent 1 Docking connector* Connects the notebook to an optional port replicator. 2 Vents (3) Allow airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, use the notebook only on hard surfaces which cannot obstruct the vents. Do not allow a soft surface, such as bedding, clothing or a thick rug, to block airflow. *As shipped, the docking connector is not visible.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 15 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Labels The labels affixed to the notebook and some notebook components provide information you may need when troubleshooting system problems or traveling internationally with the notebook. ■ The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label contains the Product Key number. You may need this number to update or troubleshoot the operating system. ■ The system label provides regulatory information about the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 16 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Additional Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The following sections identify the standard external accessories and components included with most notebook models.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 17 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Adapters and Battery Pack Additional Standard Components: Adapters and Battery Pack 1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. 3 Japan-specific outlet adapter (Japan only) Connects the AC adapter to a 2-prong electrical outlet.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 18 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Restoration and Documentation CDs CDs for repairing or reinstalling software and for obtaining supplementary information about the notebook are included with the notebook. ■ For information about restoring, repairing, or reinstalling software, refer to Chapter 9, “Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities.” ■ For supplementary information about the notebook, refer to the Documentation Library CD.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 3 Keyboard Contents TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identifying TouchPad Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting TouchPad Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identifying Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Using the TouchPad The TouchPad provides the navigation, selection, and scroll functions of an optional external mouse. ■ To move the pointer, slide your finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want to move the pointer. ■ If the pointer continues to move after you lift your finger from the TouchPad surface, wait a few seconds and the pointer will stop moving.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys Hotkeys are preset combinations of the Fn key 1 and one of the function keys 2. The icons on the function keys F1 and F3 through F12 represent the hotkey functions available on the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Hotkey Quick Reference The following table identifies the default hotkey functions. For information about changing the function of the Fn+F5 hotkeys, see the “Setting Power Control Preferences” section in Chapter 4. Default Function Hotkeys Open Help and Support window. Fn+F1 Open Microsoft Internet Explorer. Fn+F3 Switch display and image. Fn+F4 Initiate Standby. Fn+F5 Initiate QuickLock. Fn+F6 Decrease display brightness.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Hotkey Commands Open Help and Support Window (Fn+F1) The Fn+F1 hotkeys open the Help and Support window. From the Help and Support window you can access general information about your notebook, links to software updates and online technical support specialists, and other support features.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard To restore from Hibernation or resume from Standby, briefly press the power button. For more information about using Standby and Hibernation, refer to Chapter 4, “Power.” For information about changing the function of the Fn+F5 hotkeys, refer in Chapter 4 to the “Setting Power Control Preferences” section. Initiate QuickLock (Fn+F6) The Fn+F6 hotkeys initiate the operating system QuickLock security feature.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Stop an Audio CD or DVD (Fn+F10) The Fn+F10 hotkeys stop the play of an audio CD or DVD that is playing. Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD (Fn+F11) The Fn+F11 hotkeys play the previously played track of an audio CD or DVD that is playing. Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD (Fn+F12) The Fn+F12 hotkeys play the next track of an audio CD or DVD that is playing.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Keyboard Turning the Keypad On and Off When the keypad is off, press Fn+num lk 1 to turn the keypad on. When the keypad is on, press Fn+num lk to turn the keypad off. The num lock light 2 turns on when the keypad is on. Identifying the Fn and num lk keys and the num lock light Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys You can temporarily switch the functions of a keypad key between its standard function and its keypad function.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 4 Power Contents Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown . . . . 4–2 Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2 Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2 Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3 Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown . . . . . . . . . 4–4 Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures . . . . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown This section describes Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown and explains when to implement them. Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown procedures are provided later in the chapter. Standby and Hibernation are energy-saving features that can be initiated by you or by the system. Standby Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power ■ ■ To determine whether the notebook is in Hibernation or turned off, press the power button: ❏ If the notebook is in Hibernation, your work returns to the screen. ❏ If the notebook is off, Windows loads. Hibernation is enabled by default, but can be disabled. To prevent loss of work during a critical low-battery condition, disable Hibernation only during a battery pack calibration.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown If you plan to resume shortly: Initiate Standby for shorter times and Hibernation for longer times or power conservation. The amount of time a battery pack can support Standby or Hibernation or hold a charge varies by notebook configuration and the condition of the battery pack.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures This section explains the default Standby, Hibernation, and shutdown procedures and includes information about turning the display on or off.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off Task Procedure Results Turn on the notebook. Press the power button. ■ Power/standby light ✎ ■ Operating system loads. Shut down the notebook.* turns on. Pressing the power button turns on the notebook from Standby, Hibernation, or shutdown. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. ■ Power/standby light turns off. ■ Operating system shuts down. ■ Notebook turns off.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Initiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure Result User-initiated Standby With the notebook on, use either of the following procedures: ■ Power/standby light ■ Press the Fn+F5 hotkeys. ■ Select Start > Turn off flashes. ■ Screen clears. Computer > Stand by. System-initiated Standby Resume from user-initiated or system-initiated Standby. If the notebook is running on external power, the system does not initiate Standby.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation Task Procedure Result User-initiated Hibernation With the notebook on, use either of the following procedures: ■ Power/standby light ■ Briefly press the power ■ Screen clears. turns off. button. ■ Select Start > Shut Down > Hibernate. (If the Hibernate option is not displayed, press and hold shift.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Setting Power Control Preferences By default, when the notebook is on: ■ Briefly pressing the power button initiates Hibernation. ■ Pressing the Fn+F5 hotkeys, called the “sleep button” in the operating system, initiates Standby. ■ The display switch turns off the display. The display switch is activated by closing the display.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Switching Between Battery and External Power The notebook switches between external power and battery power according to the availability of external power. To conserve the charge in an inserted battery pack, the notebook runs on external power whenever external power is available. External power can be supplied from an electrical outlet through an AC adapter or an optional DC cable.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Obtaining Accurate Charge Information To increase the accuracy of all battery charge displays: ■ Allow the battery pack to discharge to less than 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it. ■ Charge the battery pack fully. Even a new battery pack can display charge information inaccurately if it has not been fully charged.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Managing Low-Battery Conditions The information in this section describes default alerts and system responses. Identifying Low-Battery Conditions When the battery pack is the only power source for the notebook and drops to 10 percent of a full charge, the notebook has reached a low-battery condition. A text warning message appears on the screen.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibrate the battery pack under the following conditions: ■ When battery charge displays seem inaccurate. ■ When you observe a significant change in battery run time.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 15 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power If you use the notebook occasionally during the discharge procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following performance from your system during the discharge process: Ä ■ The monitor will not turn off automatically. ■ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically while the notebook is idle. ■ System-initiated Standby will not occur.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 16 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Recharging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the notebook to external power and keep the notebook connected until the battery pack is fully recharged and the battery light turns green. You can use the notebook while the battery pack is recharging, but the battery pack will charge faster if the notebook is turned off. 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 17 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Battery Conservation Settings and Procedures Using the following battery conservation settings and procedures extends the run time of a battery pack. ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them. ■ Disconnect from the notebook any external devices that use power from the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 18 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power Replacing a Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the only power source, initiate Hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To replace the battery pack: 1. Turn the notebook underside up. ❏ To remove a battery pack, slide the battery release latch 1. (The battery pack tilts upward.) Then pull the battery pack out of the battery bay 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 19 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Power ❏ To insert a battery pack, insert the alignment tab on the battery pack into the alignment slot on the notebook 1, then tilt the battery pack downward until it snaps into place 2. Inserting a battery pack 2. To restore from Hibernation or to turn on the notebook, press the power button.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 5 Drives and Drive Media Contents Understanding Drive and Drive Media Terms. . . . . . . . . 5–2 Caring for Drives and Drive Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3 Adding a Drive to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4 Using the IDE Drive Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4 Inserting or Removing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5 Inserting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Understanding Drive and Drive Media Terms Hard drives are for the permanent storage of data files and of software such as system files, applications, and drivers. A hard drive is sometimes called a hard disk drive. Diskette drives support diskettes, which are used to store or transport data. The notebook can read or write to any diskette. A diskette drive is sometimes called a floppy disk drive.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Caring for Drives and Drive Media Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the notebook or a drive and loss of work: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Do not remove the internal hard drive except for repair or replacement. For instructions, see the“Replacing the Internal Hard Drive” section later in this chapter. Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Adding a Drive to the System The internal hard drive and optical drive are standard features of the notebook. The type of optical drive varies by notebook model. An optional drive can be added to the system by connecting it, as instructed in the drive documentation, to one of the USB (universal serial bus) connectors or to the 1394 connector. Hard drive capacity can also be added with a microdrive PC Card.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Inserting or Removing a Disc Inserting a Disc 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2. 3. Position a CD or one-sided DVD over the tray, label side up. 4. Gently press the center of the disc onto the tray spindle 3 until the disc snaps into place. Handle the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Removing a Disc (With Power) 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, then pull the tray outward until it is fully extended 2. 3. Remove the disc from the tray by gently pushing down on the spindle while pulling up on the outer edges of the disc 3. Handle the disc by the edges, not the flat surfaces.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Removing a Disc (Without Power) If the notebook is turned off or if no power is available, the release button on the optical drive will not work. To remove a disc from an optical drive without using the release button: 1. Insert the end of a small object like a paper clip into the release access 1 in the front bezel of the drive. 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Playing a Disc You can play a CD in a CD drive or a DVD drive. You can play a DVD only in a DVD drive. The information in this section applies to most optical drives and most disc software. For information about specific disc software, including Windows Media Player, WinDVD, and Easy CD Creator, see the “Using Multimedia Software” section in Chapter 6.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Protecting Playback Ä CAUTION: Inserting or removing any device while running any multimedia application may pause or stop the play. Ä CAUTION: Initiating Standby or Hibernation while playing a drive medium may stop the play or diminish the quality of the play.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media Setting the Boot Order By default, the notebook starts up from the internal hard drive. You can set the notebook to start up from any bootable CD or DVD in the optical drive. A bootable CD or DVD contains files needed by the notebook to start up and operate properly. On some models, you can also start up from a drive connected to the notebook by USB. Startup preferences are set in the Setup utility.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media 5. Turn the notebook underside up. 6. Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media 7. To remove a hard drive, grasp the hard drive assembly (the hard drive, the hard drive cover, and the hard drive bracket) using the hard drive recess 1. Tilt the hard drive assembly upward 2, then pull the assembly from the hard drive bay 3.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media 8. To insert a hard drive, insert the 2 alignment tabs on the hard drive cover into the 2 alignment slots on the hard drive bay 1, then tilt the hard drive assembly downward into the hard drive bay until it is seated 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Drives and Drive Media 9. If you have inserted a hard drive, reinsert the 2 hard drive retaining screws. (If you removed but did not replace a hard drive, put the retaining screws in a safe place.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 6 Multimedia Contents Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Internal Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting an Audio Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting an S-Video Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Adjusting Volume Volume can be adjusted by using the audio buttons on the notebook or by using operating system or application volume control software. The mute button overrides all software volume settings. To adjust volume using the audio buttons: ■ To increase volume, press the increase volume button 1. ■ To decrease volume, press the decrease volume button 2. ■ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button 3.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Using the Internal Speakers The internal speakers play sound in stereo from applications, the operating system, games, drive media, the Internet, and other sources. If an external device, such as a headset, is connected to the audio-out jack, the internal speakers are disabled.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia The notebook has 2 audio jacks: ■ The microphone jack 1 connects an optional monaural or stereo microphone. If a monaural microphone is connected, the same information is recorded on both channels. ■ The audio-out jack 2, sometimes called a line-out jack, connects headphones or powered external stereo speakers. The audio-out jack is also used to connect the audio functions of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Connecting an S-Video Device Connecting the Audio The S-Video jack supports video signals only. If you are setting up a configuration that combines audio and video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your notebook and displaying it on your television, you will need a standard 3.5-mm audio cable available from most computer or electronics retailers. Plug the stereo end of the audio cable into the notebook audio-out jack.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Turning a Video Device On and Off To turn on a video device that is connected to the notebook, start or restart the notebook. Or, repeatedly press the Fn+F4 hotkeys to switch the image. Pressing the Fn+F4 hotkeys switches the image among the notebook display, any connected displays, and simultaneous display on the notebook and all connected displays. ■ Switching the image to a connected video device turns on the video device.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Using Multimedia Software Using Windows Media Player Use Windows Media Player primarily for playing audio CDs. Although video CDs can be played using Windows Media Player, InterVideo WinDVD provides higher quality playback. To open Windows Media Player, insert a CD into the optical drive, then close the tray. Wait several seconds. If Windows Media Player does not open, select Start > All Programs > Windows Media Player.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia ❏ If the Microsoft Windows XP AppPicker window is not displayed, select Start > All Programs > InterVideo WinDVD > InterVideo WinDVD. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Managing DVD Region Settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Using Easy CD Creator Easy CD Creator is a data transfer utility that enables you to create or duplicate optical drive media. The utility is installed on select models and can be used with any CD or DVD supported by any optical drive in the system. When Easy CD Creator is installed, a “Burn CD & DVDs with Roxio” icon is displayed at Start > All Programs > Start Menu.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Preparing to Use Easy CD Creator CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to a CD or DVD: Ä■ ■ ■ ■ Before writing to a CD or DVD, connect the notebook to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a CD or DVD while the notebook is running on battery power. Before writing to a CD or DVD, close all open applications (including screen savers and antivirus software) except Easy CD Creator Basic.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia Formatting Recording Media You can purchase optical drive media that either are or are not formatted for DirectCD. ■ To use DirectCD, use a CD or DVD formatted for DirectCD. ■ To use Easy CD Creator or CD Copier, do not use a CD or DVD formatted for DirectCD. To erase DirectCD formatting from a CD or DVD so the CD or DVD can be used with Easy CD Creator or CD Copier: 1. Insert the CD or DVD into the optical drive. 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Multimedia ■ Auto Insert Notification settings are selected through the operating system. ■ To select Disk-at-once settings: 1.Select Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD Creator 5 > Applications > CD Copier. 2. Select the Advanced tab. 3. Clear the Disk-at-Once check box. 4. Select the Set as Default button. ■ To select Track-at-once settings: 1.Select Start > All Programs > Roxio Easy CD Creator 5. 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 7 Communications Contents Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2 Connecting the Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3 Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–6 Accessing Communication Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9 Finding AT Command Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–9 Network . . . . . . . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Modem All notebook models include an RJ-11 telephone jack, and some models ship with a preinstalled modem. A modem cable with RJ-11 connectors at each end is included with select models. You need a modem cable to connect a modem. If your model did not include a modem cable, a modem cable can be purchased from most computer or electronics retailers.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Connecting the Modem Selecting Connectors A modem must be connected to an analog telephone line. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a telephone cable into the RJ-45 network jack. Ä CAUTION: Jacks for digital PBX systems may resemble RJ-11 telephone jacks, but are not compatible with the modem.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Connecting a Modem to an RJ-11 Jack To connect a modem to an analog telephone line that has an RJ-11 telephone jack: 1. Identify the RJ-11 1 jack on the notebook. 2. If your modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 2, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. 3.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Connecting a Modem with an Adapter To connect a modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone jack: 1. Identify the RJ-11 jack 1 on the notebook. 2. If the modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 2, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook. 3.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally An internal modem is configured to function in, and meet the operating standards of, the country in which you purchased the notebook. To use an internal modem in other countries, you must add country-specific modem configurations.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications 4. Select a country or region for the new location from the Country/Region list. If you select a country or region that is not supported by the modem, the country configuration defaults to USA or UK. 5. Select the OK button > OK button. Solving Travel Connection Problems If you experience connection problems while using a modem outside the country in which you purchased the notebook, the following suggestions may be helpful.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Check the Telephone Number Dial the telephone number on the telephone, verify that the remote modem is answering, then hang up. Check the Dial Tone If a modem receives a dial tone it does not recognize, the modem will not dial and will display a No Dial Tone error message. ■ To set the modem to ignore all dial tones before dialing: 1.Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections category. 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications 7. Select your modem > Properties button > Modem tab. 8. Clear the Wait For Dial Tone Before Dialing check box. 9. Select the OK button > OK button. Accessing Communication Software To access preinstalled modem software, including software for terminal emulation and data transfer, select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications, then select an application, wizard, or utility.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Network All notebook models ship with an RJ-45 network jack. A network cable with RJ-45 connectors at each end is included with select models. The notebook can be connected to a network whether or not the internal modem is connected to a telephone line. If your notebook is connected to a network, you may want to confer with your network administrator before changing network settings.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Connecting the Network Cable A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end and may contain noise suppression circuitry, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception. To connect the cable: 1. Identify the RJ-45 network jack 1 on the notebook. 2. Orient the end of a network cable with noise suppression circuitry 2 toward the notebook. 3. Plug the network cable into the notebook RJ-45 network jack 3. 4.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Turning a Network Connection Off and On To conserve power, turn off a network connection you are not using. ■ To turn off a network connection, log off the network, then disconnect the network cable. ■ To turn on a network connection, connect the network cable, then log on to the network.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications Infrared signals are sent through an invisible beam of infrared light and must have an unobstructed line of sight. Infrared performance may vary with the performance of infrared peripherals, the distance and angle between infrared devices, and the applications being used.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Communications ■ Shield the ports from direct sunlight, flashing incandescent light, and fluorescent light. ■ Be sure that signals from a remote control or other wireless device (such as a cell phone, a headset, or an audio device) do not aim at either port. ■ During the transmission, do not move either device and do not allow objects or movement to disrupt the beam.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 8 Hardware Options and Upgrades Contents Connecting a Powered Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2 Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2 Using a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3 Selecting a PC Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3 Configuring a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–4 Inserting a PC Card . . . . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Connecting a Powered Device To connect the notebook to an optional external device that has a power cord: 1. Be sure the device is turned off. 2. Connect the device to the jack or connector on the notebook specified by the device manufacturer. 3. Plug the device power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. 4. Turn on the device.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades By default, USB devices function only while the operating system is loaded. To use a USB keyboard or hub connected to a USB connector on the notebook during startup (before Windows loads) or in a non-Windows application or utility, enable USB legacy support in the Setup utility. For more information about using the Setup utility, see the “Using the Setup Utility” section in Chapter 9.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Configuring a PC Card Ä CAUTION: If you install all of the software or any of the enablers provided by a PC Card manufacturer, you may not be able to use other PC Cards. If you are instructed by the documentation included with your PC Card to install device drivers: ■ ■ Install only the device drivers for your operating system.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Stopping and Removing a PC Card Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or an unresponsive system, stop the PC Card before removing it. ✎ Stopping a PC Card, even if it is not in use, conserves power. 1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the PC Card. 2. To stop a PC Card, select the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, then select the PC Card.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Using an SD Card or MMC CAUTION: To prevent damage to the SD Card connectors: Ä■ ■ Use minimal force when inserting an SD Card or MMC into an SD Card slot. Do not move or transport the notebook while an SD Card or MMC is inserted. SD (Secure Digital) Cards and MMCs (multimedia cards) are flash memory cards that provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Inserting an SD Card or MMC To insert an SD Card or MMC: 1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing the notebook. 2. Gently push the card into the SD Card slot until the card is seated. (The card will extend outward slightly beyond the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Removing an SD Card or MMC To remove an SD Card or MMC: 1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are supported by the card. (To stop a data transfer, select the cancel button in the operating system Copying window.) 2. Push the card inward until it is released 1. 3. Pull the card out of the slot 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Increasing Memory You can increase the amount of RAM (random access memory) in the notebook with an optional Compaq-approved memory module. The notebook memory slot supports one 128-MB, 256-MB, 512-MB, or 1024-MB memory module. Some notebook models ship with a vacant memory slot. On other models the memory slot contains a preinstalled memory module that can be replaced at any time.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Removing or Inserting a Memory Module Å WARNING: To prevent exposure to electrical shock, access only the memory compartment during this procedure. The memory compartment and the battery and hard drive bays are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to access should be opened only by a Compaq authorized service provider.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades 5. Turn the notebook underside up. 6. Remove the memory compartment screw 1, then lift up and remove the memory compartment cover 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades 7. Remove or insert the memory module. To remove a memory module: a. Pull away the retention clips on each side of the module 1. (The module tilts upward.) b. Grasp the edges of the module and gently pull the module out of the memory slot 2. c. To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades To insert a memory module: a. Align the keyed (notched) edge of the module with the keyed area in the memory slot 1. b. With the module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory compartment, press the module into the memory slot until it is seated 2. c. Push the module downward until the retention clips snap into place 3.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades 8. Align the tabs on the memory compartment cover with the cover slots on the notebook, then tilt the cover downward until it is seated 1. 9. Reinsert and tighten the memory compartment screw 2. 10. Replace the battery pack (if you removed a battery pack at the beginning of this procedure), reconnect the notebook to external power, then restart the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 15 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Hardware Options and Upgrades Connecting an Optional Cable Lock purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These ✎ The solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen. An optional cable lock is a security device that prevents unauthorized removal of the notebook. Loop the cable around a secure object, then insert the cable lock 1 into the security cable slot 2 and lock it with the cable lock key 3.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM 9 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Contents Updating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2 Preparing for a Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2 Downloading and Installing an Update . . . . . . . . . . . 9–4 Backing Up and Restoring Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–7 Setting a System Restore Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–7 Restoring to a System Restore Point . . .
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Updating Software For optimal notebook performance and to make sure your notebook remains compatible with changing technologies, install the latest versions of the software provided with your notebook as they become available. To update notebook software: 1. Prepare for any update by identifying your notebook type, series or family, and model.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities The product name, notebook model, and notebook serial number are also displayed in the same section of the Setup utility that displays ROM information, as described in the next section.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 4 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Downloading and Installing an Update Most software at the Compaq Web site is packaged in a compressed file called a SoftPaq. Some ROM updates may be packaged in a compressed file called a RomPaq. Other ROM updates may be provided as a CPQFlash SoftPaq. Most download packages contain a file named Readme.txt. A Readme.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 5 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your notebook and access the ROM update you want to download. 3. At the download area: a. Record the date, name, or other identifier of any ROM update that is later than the ROM currently installed on your notebook. (You may need to identify the update later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.) b.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 6 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq To update software other than a ROM update: 1. Access the page at the Compaq Web site that provides software for your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support, then select a software update link. Or, visit the Compaq Web site at: http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport/ 2.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 7 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Backing Up and Restoring Data The System Restore utility enables you to safeguard your system files and functional configurations by using System Restore points. System Restore points are restorable, benchmark “snapshots” of your system. The notebook may set System Restore points whenever you change personal settings or add software or hardware.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 8 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System The OS CD included with your notebook can be used to repair or reinstall the operating system. Both operations may take 1 to 2 hours to complete. ■ Repairing the operating system preserves your data and settings. ■ Reinstalling the operating system deletes all files on the notebook.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities 6. Press enter to continue. (A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed.) 7. Press F8 to accept the agreement and continue. (The Setup window is displayed.) 8. Press R to repair the selected Windows installation. (The repair process begins.) After the repair process is complete, which may take up to 2 hours, the notebook restarts in Windows.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 10 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities 6. Press enter to continue. (A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed.) 7. Press F8 to accept the agreement and continue. (The Setup window is displayed.) 8. Press esc to continue installing a fresh copy of the operating system. 9. Press enter to set up the operating system. 10. Press C to continue setup using this partition. 11.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System The Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a restoration CD is enhanced by Compaq. The Compaq enhancements add power and security features and provide supplementary support for external devices such as drives and PC Cards.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 12 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup utility is not Windows-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke. ■ To navigate, use the up and down arrow keys or tab. ■ To select an item, use the arrow keys to select the item, then press enter. ■ To close a display but remain in the Setup utility, press esc.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 13 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Using the Support Utilities If you cannot solve a notebook problem by using this guide or the supplementary information, including the Troubleshooting guide, on the Documentation Library CD, you may need to contact Compaq. Using the Help and Support Window Select Start > Help and Support or press the Fn+F1 hotkeys.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 14 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities Using Support Telephone Numbers Obtaining Support Telephone Numbers To obtain a list of worldwide customer support telephone numbers, use either of the following methods: ■ Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > System icon. Then, near the lower edge of the System Properties window, select the Support Information button.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 1 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM A Specifications The information in this appendix may be helpful if you plan to use or transport the notebook internationally or in extreme environments. Notebook Dimensions Dimension U.S. Metric Height 1.24 inches 3.15 cm Width 14.06 inches 35.7 cm Depth 10 inches 25.4 cm Operating Environment Factor U.S.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Specifications Rated Input Power The notebook operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the notebook can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, Compaq strongly recommends that the notebook be powered only with an AC adapter or DC cable supplied or approved by Compaq.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Specifications Finding More Environmental Information The specifications in this appendix contain information about exposing the notebook to environmental extremes. ■ For similar information about storing battery packs, see the “Storing a Battery Pack” section in Chapter 4.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 2 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Index button(s) PC Card eject 2–11, 8–5 power 2–5 TouchPad 2–3, 3–3 volume 2–7, 6–2 wireless device 2–8 See also key; latch; switch, display C cable AC adapter 1–5 audio 6–5 DC 2–12 modem 2–9, 2–16, 7–2 network 2–16, 7–11 S-Video 6–5 See also cord, power cable lock, connecting 8–15 calibration, battery 4–14 caps lock light 2–6 card and socket services, PC Card 8–4 card. See memory, modules supported; PC Card; SD Card CD drive.
CPQ-311245-001.book Page 3 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Index D data compression algorithm 7–2 date, setting the 1–10 DC cable 1–8, 2–12 designation, drive 5–2 device drivers, reinstalling 9–10 dialing mode 7–7 dimensions, notebook A–1 disc, diskette.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 9 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Index ROM defined 9–2 determining current version of 9–3 downloading and installing 9–4 obtaining updates 9–4 RomPaq, downloading 9–4 S Safety & Comfort Guide 1–12, 2–18 SD Card inserting, removing 8–6 security cable lock, connecting 8–15 slot 2–12 serial number, notebook 2–15, 9–2 series, notebook 9–2 Setup utility 9–11 shutdown procedures 1–10, 4–6 sleep button 3–7, 4–9 Sleep.
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CPQ-311245-001.book Page 11 Tuesday, April 1, 2003 3:55 PM Index V W VCR audio-out jack function 6–4 connecting 6–5 vents, fan 2–10, 2–14 video CDs, DVDs.
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