Compaq Notebook Series User Manual

bGetting StartedCompaq Notebook SeriesDocument Part Number: 272637-001June 2002This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, begin usi

1–2 Getting StartedSetting Up the NotebookInstalling the Battery PackTo install the battery pack:1. Place the notebook upside down on a flat surface,

Setting Up the NotebookGetting Started 1–3Connecting the Notebook to External PowerTo connect the notebook to external power:1. Place the notebook on

1–4 Getting StartedSetting Up the NotebookOpening the NotebookTo open the notebook, briefly press the display release latch 1 as you raise the display

Setting Up the NotebookGetting Started 1–5Turning On the NotebookTo turn on the notebook, briefly press the power button1. When the notebook is on, th

1–6 Getting StartedSetting Up the NotebookSetting Up the SoftwareA prompt to set up your software is displayed on the screen when the notebook is turn

Setting Up the NotebookGetting Started 1–7Using the Notebook SafelyTo protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an uncertain po

1–8 Getting StartedSetting Up the Notebook

Getting Started 2–12Beginning to Use the NotebookSelecting Regional SettingsKeyboard language and other regional preferences, such as time, date, and

2–2 Getting StartedBeginning to Use the NotebookTo change the screen resolution setting:1. Press and hold down the left TouchPad button as you move th

Beginning to Use the NotebookGetting Started 2–3Installing Optional SoftwareStep-by-step instructions for installing and using many of the application

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2–4 Getting StartedBeginning to Use the NotebookInstalling Software in Windows XP HomeTo install a preloaded Compaq utility in Windows XP Home: If the

Beginning to Use the NotebookGetting Started 2–5Accessing Notebook DocumentationInformation about using the notebook can be found on the Documentation

2–6 Getting StartedBeginning to Use the NotebookOpening the Documentation Library CDDisplaying the Documentation Library MenuWhen the Documentation Li

Beginning to Use the NotebookGetting Started 2–7Using the Documentation Library CDThis section describes how to select a guide and find a specific top

2–8 Getting StartedBeginning to Use the NotebookFinding a Topic Within a GuideTo find specific information within a guide: Use the bookmarks or search

Getting Started 3–13TroubleshootingTo solve a problem:1. See “Quick Solutions Checklist,” next in this chapter.2. See the Troubleshooting guide on the

3–2 Getting StartedTroubleshootingQuick Solutions ChecklistIs the Notebook Receiving Power?If the AC Adapter light is off and the notebook cannot be t

TroubleshootingGetting Started 3–3Is the Notebook Turned On?If the power/standby 1 light is off, the notebook may not be turned on. To turn on the not

3–4 Getting StartedTroubleshootingIs the Notebook Overheated?It is normal for the notebook to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the no

TroubleshootingGetting Started 3–5Is an External Device Not Working?If an external device does not function as expected: Turn on the device as instruc

Getting Started iiiUsing This GuideThis preface explains how to interpret the symbols, text styles, and paths in your notebook documentation.Warnings,

3–6 Getting StartedTroubleshootingIs Software Functioning Abnormally?If your software becomes unresponsive or seems abnormal: Restart the notebook. Ru

TroubleshootingGetting Started 3–7Contacting CompaqIf the troubleshooting suggestions earlier in this chapter have not helped you solve the problem, y

3–8 Getting StartedTroubleshootingTo display the operating system version number and registration number:❏In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professiona

Getting Started 4–14Identifying External HardwareDisplay ComponentsDisplay Components1 Display release latch Opens the notebook.2MultiPort Inputs sing

4–2 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwarePointing Device ComponentsPointing Device Components1TouchPad Moves the cursor. Can be set to perform

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–3Top ComponentsPower LightsTop Components: Power Lights1AC Adapter light On: AC power is being supplied

4–4 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareKeyboard and Drive LightsTop Components: Keyboard and Drive Lights1Num lock light On: Num lock is on o

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–5Power and Volume ControlsTop Components: Power and Volume Controls1Power button*When the notebook is:

4–6 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareEasy Access Buttons and Keyboard KeysTop Components: Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys1Easy Access

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–7Function and Keypad KeysTop Components: Function and Keypad Keys1Function keys (12) Perform system and

iv Getting StartedUsing This GuideText StylesSome text in your notebook documentation is styled typographically to help you interpret the information

4–8 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareFront Panel ComponentsFront Panel ComponentsStereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–9Rear Panel ComponentsConnectorsRear Panel Components: Connectors1AC power connector Connects an AC Ada

4–10 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareVents and JacksRear Panel Components: Vents and Jacks1Microphone jack Connects an optional single-sou

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–11Left Side ComponentsLeft Side Components1Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to t

4–12 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareRight Side ComponentsRight Side Components1 Battery bay Holds the battery pack.2Optical drive bay Hol

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–13Underside ComponentsMemory and Mini PCI CompartmentsUnderside Components: Memory and Mini PCI Compart

4–14 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareLabelsUnderside Components: Labels1System label* Provides regulatory information about the notebook.2

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–15Additional Standard ComponentsThe components included with the notebook vary by geographical region a

4–16 Getting StartedIdentifying External HardwareCord and CablesAdditional Standard Components: Cord and Cables1Power cord* Connects the AC Adapter to

Identifying External HardwareGetting Started 4–17Adapters and AccessoriesAdditional Standard Components: Adapters and Accessories1AC Adapter* Converts

Using This GuideGetting Started vPaths and ViewsFollowing a PathMany instructions in the documentation direct you to locations within the operating sy

4–18 Getting StartedIdentifying External Hardware

Getting Started Index–1IndexAAC Adaptercable 1–3connecting notebook to external power 1–3connector for 4–9identifying 4–17light 1–3, 4–3troubleshootin

Index–2 Getting StartedIndexmouse 4–9overhead projector 4–9parallel 4–9PS/2 4–9USB 4–9cord, powerconnecting 1–3identifying 4–16surge protection 1–7tro

IndexGetting Started Index–3Jjackaudio-out 4–10microphone 4–10RJ-45 network 4–10S-video-out 4–10telephone (RJ-11) jack 4–10See also connector(s); infr

Index–4 Getting StartedIndexOopening the notebook 1–4operating system Product Key number 4–14overhead projector connector 4–9Pparallel connector 4–9pa

IndexGetting Started Index–5S-video-out jack 4–10switch, display 4–5system label 4–14system lockup 4–5Ttechnical supportaccessing application Help fil

Index–6 Getting StartedIndex

vi Getting StartedUsing This GuideChoosing a View ModeThis documentation is based on your notebook running either Windows XP Home or Windows XP Profes

Getting Started viiContentsUsing This Guide1 Setting Up the NotebookSetting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1Inst

viii Getting StartedIs the Notebook in Standby or Hibernation? . . . . . . . 3–3Is the Notebook Overheated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Getting Started 1–11Setting Up the NotebookSetting Up the HardwareTo set up the notebook for the first time, you will need the notebook, the AC Adapte