Compaq 1600 User Manual

Including:

• Model-Specific Features

• Upgrade Information

Mobile Internet PC Features Guide

1600 Series

Contents

CHAPTER 1

Using This Guide

Text Conventions...................................................................................................................1-1

Special Messages .................................................................................................................1-2

Locating Help........................................................................................................................1-2

Glossary ........................................................................................................................1-2

Index .............................................................................................................................1-2

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................1-2

Understanding Your Service and Support Options ..........................................................1-3

Comments about this Guide ..................................................................................................1-3

CHAPTER 2

Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Checking Your Connections...................................................................................................2-1

Table of Contents

Front of Your Mobile Internet PC............................................................................................2-2

Using Your Keyboard to Access the Internet...........................................................................2-5

Internet Zone Buttons ....................................................................................................2-5

Reprogramming Your Internet Zone Buttons ..........................................................................2-6

Disabling and Enabling the Internet Zone Buttons ..........................................................2-6

Left Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC ....................................................................................2-7

Right Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC ..................................................................................2-8

Back Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC...................................................................................2-9

Bottom of Your Mobile Internet PC.......................................................................................2-10

Inserting the Battery............................................................................................................2-11

Removing the Battery..........................................................................................................2-12

Charging the Battery ...........................................................................................................2-12

Battery Charging Time .................................................................................................2-12

Table of Contents

Spare or Extra Batteries .............................................................................................. 2-12

Plugging In Your Computer to AC Power.............................................................................. 2-13

Unplugging the Computer from AC Power ........................................................................... 2-13

CHAPTER 3

Mobile Internet PC Features

Turning On Your Mobile Internet PC ......................................................................................3-1

Turning Off Your Mobile Internet PC Properly ........................................................................ 3-1

Standard Off Mode ........................................................................................................ 3-1

Full Off (Main Power Off) Mode...................................................................................... 3-2

Recovering from a Locked Program or System...................................................................... 3-2

Recovering from a Locked Program............................................................................... 3-2

Recovering from a Locked System ................................................................................3-3

Using the Numeric Keypad.................................................................................................... 3-4

Using the Scroll Button .........................................................................................................3-5

Understanding Your Computer Status Lights ......................................................................... 3-5

Understanding Your Status Display .......................................................................................3-6

Using the Function Keys ....................................................................................................... 3-7

User-Programmable Keys.............................................................................................. 3-8

Adjusting the Volume............................................................................................................3-9

Adjusting the Volume Using Windows............................................................................ 3-9

Using Disqplay

Playing Audio CDs Using Disqplay

..................................................................................................................... 3-9

.............................................................................. 3-11

Using Repeat Track ..................................................................................................... 3-12

Using Repeat All.......................................................................................................... 3-12

Setting Up Your TV-Out Connection..................................................................................... 3-13

Connecting and Enabling TV-Out ................................................................................. 3-13

Setting Up Your Television Format............................................................................... 3-15

Adjusting the Television Screen................................................................................... 3-15

Switching Between Displays ........................................................................................3-16

Write-Protecting a Diskette .................................................................................................3-16

CHAPTER 4

Learning About Your Modem

Performance Features...........................................................................................................4-1

Identifying Your Modem ........................................................................................................4-1

56K ITU V.90 Standard ..........................................................................................................4-2

CHAPTER 5

Upgrading Your Mobile Internet PC

Adding More Memory............................................................................................................5-1

Installing Memory Expansion Modules ...........................................................................5-2

What Are PC Cards? ..............................................................................................................5-4

PC Card Types ......................................................................................................................5-4

Inserting a PC Card ...............................................................................................................5-5

Removing a PC Card .............................................................................................................5-6

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Compaq-Compatible PC Cards ..............................................................................................5-7

Using Network PC Cards .......................................................................................................5-7

PC Card Software..................................................................................................................5-8

Configuring PC Cards.....................................................................................................5-8

Vendor-Provided PC Card Software................................................................................5-9

Index

Chapter 1

Using This Guide

Thank you for buying a Compaq Mobile Internet PC. This Features Guide will help you to familiarize yourself with the features of your Internet PC, as well as give you information on how to upgrade your computer.

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the special text and messages used throughout this guide.

Text Conventions

The examples below explain the specially formatted text used in this guide.

• Keyboard key names appear in bold type: Home, End, Backspace, Tab

• Keyboard keys that must be pressed at the same time to perform a task appear

in bold type with a plus (+) between the key names: Ctrl+Home

• Drives appear as capital letters: drive C

• Folder names appear with initial capital letters: Favorites

• File names appear in italics with an initial capital letter: Setup.exe

• Command line statements appear in lower case bold type: a:\install

• Names of icons appear in bold type followed by a picture of the icon:

My Computer

• Menu items appear in bold type: Programs, Accessories

G icon

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Special Messages

The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide.

Helpful hints that will make using your computer easier and faster.

HINT:

Important information concerning the operation of your Internet PC.

NOTE:

Failure to follow directions may result in equipment damage or loss of

Failure to follow directions may result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION:

data.

WARNING:

Locating Help

Compaq provides you with several resources to help you learn about your Internet PC. These resources include the following:

Glossary

Computer terms that may be unfamiliar to you are identified in the glossary.

Index

The index is a comprehensive list of the topics covered in this guide.

Troubleshooting

The Troubleshooting section shows how to fix many common computer-related issues.

Using This Guide

Understanding Your Service and Support Options

Your Internet PC is equipped with several helpful programs that will aid you in identifying and solving common computer problems.

If you need further technical support, visit the Compaq Web site at:

www.compaq.com/athome/support

Compaq Technical Support telephone numbers are listed in the Limited Warranty Statement.

Locate the model and serial numbers for your computer before you call

NOTE:

technical support. Write these numbers down for future use.

Comments about this Guide

Compaq Computer Corporation welcomes comments and suggestions you may have concerning this guide. Send correspondence to the following address:

COMPAQ COMPUTER CORP ATTN: DOCUMENTATION PROGRAM MANAGER MAIL CODE 060504 20555 SH 249 HOUSTON TX 77070

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This address is for comments and suggestions only. It is not for the purpose

NOTE:

of obtaining technical assistance.

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Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Chapter 2

Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Checking Your Connections

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Your Computer Connections

AC Adapter

Battery

Connections

Modem Cable

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Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Front of Your Mobile Internet PC

The following buttons, lights, and controls are located on the front of your computer:

Front of Your Computer

Display Release Latch

Display

Power Button

Keyboard

TouchPad

Front Components

Speakers

Left TouchPad Button

Scroll Up/Down Button

Right TouchPad Button

Model Number

Internet Zone Buttons and Lights

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AC Adapter Light

Caps Lock Light

Instant Internet Access Button

Instant E-Mail Button

My Presario Instant Access Button

Power Button

Instant Search Button

Instant Answer Button

Instant E-Commerce Button

Num Lock Light

Scroll Lock Light

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Front of Your Computer

Front Components

Previous Track Button

Next Track Button

Sleep Status Icon

Power Status Icon

Battery Charging Status Icon

Disqplay2 Status Icon

Battery Gauge

Disqplay2 On/Off Button

Volume Down Button

Volume Up Button

Play/Pause Button

Stop Button

Refer to the Understanding the Status Display section in this guide for more details about the icons found on the display.

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Using Your Keyboard to Access the Internet

The Compaq Internet Zone buttons provide quick, easy access to the Internet.

Internet Zone Buttons

The Internet Zone buttons, located at the top of the keyboard of your Mobile Internet PC, automatically connect you to the Internet. Before using these buttons, you must have access to the Internet. These buttons give you quick access to the most frequently used Internet activities. These buttons are programmed to do the following:

Internet Zone Buttons

Button Description

connects you to a personalized Web page

Instant Internet Access

filled with local weather, news, sports, and financial information.

Instant E-mail

For AOL subscribers, this button opens your AOL e-mail account.

My Presario

answers to your computing questions.

Instant Search

information on the Internet.

Instant Answer

for solving problems and answering questions.

Instant E-Commerce

Compaq has worked with several companies to provide you with the convenience of catalog shopping at the touch of a button. In some regions, the

E-Commerce

opens the Microsoft Outlook Express e-mail program.

is your direct link to the Compaq Help Web site for quick

opens a search engine Web site that helps you locate

connects you to a Web page that is a central location

takes you to an electronic shopping experience.

Featured Website

button.

button replaces the

Instant

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Reprogramming Your Internet Zone Buttons

You can reprogram the Internet Zone buttons to reflect your personal preferences. The Easy Access Internet Zone

can also be reached by clicking the Start button, then Programs and choosing Reprogram Easy Access Buttons.

To reprogram your Internet Zone buttons, complete the following steps:

From the Status bar, right-click the choose

From the Compaq Easy Access Button Settings window, click the button you wish to change.

Follow the instructions provided.

Reprogram Easy Access Buttons

icon is located on the Windows Taskbar. It

Easy Access Internet Zone

¸ icon and

Disabling and Enabling the Internet Zone Buttons

You may turn off all Internet Zone buttons from the Easy Access Button program. When turned off, no Internet Zone buttons will operate. The Easy Access Internet

Zone still access the button functions if you click the Easy Access Internet Zone icon.

To disable the Internet Zone buttons, complete the following steps:

icon located on the Taskbar will appear with a red X on top. You can

From the Windows Taskbar, right-click the icon.

Click

Disable Easy Access Buttons

Easy Access Internet Zone

To enable the Internet Zone buttons, complete the following steps:

From the Windows Taskbar, right-click the icon.

Click

Enable Easy Access Buttons

Easy Access Internet Zone

Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Left Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC

The following components are located on the left panel of your computer:

Left Panel of Your Computer

Left Panel Components

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Security Slot

CD or DVD Drive

CD or DVD Eject Button

CD or DVD Manual Eject Hole

Diskette Drive

Diskette Eject Button

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Right Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC

The following components are located on the right panel of your computer:

Right Panel of Your Computer

Right Panel Components

Battery Compartment

PC Card Eject Button

PC Card Slot

Headphone Jack

Microphone Jack

Modem Port

Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC

Back Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC

The following components are located on the back panel of your computer:

Back Panel of Your Computer

Back Panel Components

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Mouse/Keyboard Port

AC Adapter Connector

Printer/Parallel Port

Port Replicator Connector

Fan Vent

TV Out Connector

VGA Port

Serial Port

USB Port

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