Compaq 355449-001 User Manual

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Getting Started

Compaq Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 355449-001

August 2004

This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software and begin using your notebook.

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Getting Started Compaq Notebook Series First Edition August 2004 Reference Number: V2000 Document Part Number: 355449-001

1 Hardware Setup

Step 1: Identify the Setup Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2

Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3

Step 3: Connect the Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4

Step 4: Connect the Notebook to External Power . . . . . . 1–7

Step 5: Open the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8

Step 6: Turn On the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9

2 Software Setup

Welcome to Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Select Your Regional Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Accept the License Agreements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Name Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Create User Accounts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Press the Finish Button! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

3 Next Steps

Enable TouchPad Tapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Protect Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Protect the Notebook from Viruses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Protect Your System Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Protect Your Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Protect the Notebook from Power Surges . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Use the Notebook Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Turn Off the Notebook Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7

Getting Started iii

Contents

Connect to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8

Enable Communication Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8

Set Up Internet Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9

Preview the Help and Support Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11

4 Notebook Tour

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2

TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3

Power Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4

Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5

Wireless and Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Antennae . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7

Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button. . . . . . . 4–9

Rear Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10

Left-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11

Ports and Jacks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11

PC Card Slot and Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–12

Vent and Security Cable Slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13

Right-Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14

Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15

Mini PCI and Memory Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 4–15

Bays, Battery Latch and Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16

Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17

Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17

Optical Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–18

Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19

Index

iv Getting Started

Hardware Setup

During hardware setup, you will

1. Identify the hardware you need to set up the notebook.

2. Insert the battery pack into the notebook, so the battery begin to charge as soon as the notebook is connected

can

external power.

3. Connect the modem, so you will be able to register the

notebook and operating system during software setup.

4. Connect the notebook to external power.

5. Open the notebook.

6. Turn on the notebook.

When the notebook is turned on, you will be prompted to

software setup.

begin

CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers

are installed:

■ Do not set up the notebook for the first time while the notebook is

docked in an optional Expansion Base. (The Expansion Base can be used only with select models.)

■ During the hardware and software setup procedures: ❏ Do not unplug the notebook from external power. ❏ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby

or Hibernation.

❏ Do connect your modem as instructed in the “Step 3: Connect

the Modem” section later in this chapter, but do not insert,

remove, connect, or disconnect any other device, cable, or

cord.

Getting Started 1–1

Hardware Setup

Step 1: Identify the Setup 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

If you would like to use the modem to register your notebook and operating system during software setup, you will also need the modem cable 4.

If you are connecting the modem cable in a country where

telephone jacks are not standard, you will need the

RJ-11 modem

adapter 5 to connect the modem cable. (If you purchased

the notebook in a country where RJ-11 jacks are not standard, a modem adapter specific to the country in which you purchased the notebook is included with the notebook.)

(Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary by region and country. Battery packs vary by model.)

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Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack

To insert the battery pack:

1. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface.

2. Pivot the battery pack into the battery bay until the battery

CAUTION: To prevent a lack of response when you turn on the

notebook at step 5, make sure the battery pack is firmly seated.

pack is firmly seated.

Hardware Setup

(Battery packs vary by model.)

Getting Started 1–3

Hardware Setup

Step 3: Connect the Modem

To connect the modem so that you can register your notebook

operating system during software setup:

and

■ Follow the instructions in this section for connecting the

modem to an analog telephone line.

-or-

■ Follow the instructions provided by your Internet service

provider to connect the notebook to the Internet through a

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) modem, cable modem, or network connection. For more information about these and other Internet connection methods, see the

Internet” section in Chapter 3, “Next Steps.”

It might be easier to connect your modem to a telephone line

✎

and set up other Internet connections later, after you have

now completed software setup.

Jacks for analog telephone lines vary by country.

■ If you are connecting the modem to a telephone line in a

country where RJ-11 telephone jacks are standard, follow the instructions in the section next in this chapter.

■ If you are connecting the modem to a telephone line in

country where RJ-11 telephone jacks are not standard, follow the instructions in the

an Adapter” section later in this chapter.

“Connecting the Modem to an RJ-11 Jack”

“Connecting the Modem with

“Connect to the

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the

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from the telephone network before accessing an internal

modem compartment of the notebook. Internal compartments include the memory compartment, the battery bay, and the hard drive bay.

Connecting the Modem to an RJ-11 Jack

To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that has

an RJ-11 telephone jack:

1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface an AC outlet.

near

2. If your modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1,

which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook.

3. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 (modem) jack on the

notebook

4. Plug the other end of the modem cable into the telephone

jack

Hardware Setup

(Telephone wall jacks and modem cables vary in appearance by region and country.)

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Hardware Setup

Connecting the Modem with an Adapter

To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not

have an RJ-11 telephone jack:

1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near

AC outlet.

2. If the modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, which

prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the notebook.

3. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 (modem) jack on the

notebook

4. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem

adapter 3.

5. Plug the country-specific modem adapter into an RJ-11

telephone jack 4.

(Modem cables, modem adapters, and telephone wall jacks vary in appearance by region and country.)

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Hardware Setup

Step 4: Connect the Notebook to External Power

To connect the notebook to external AC power:

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1.

power connector is on the rear of the notebook.)

(The

2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, and then into

AC outlet 3.

When the notebook receives AC power, the battery pack begins

charge and the battery light 4 (on the front of the notebook)

turned on. When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery

is light is turned off.

It is recommeded that you leave the notebook connected

external power until the battery pack is fully charged and the

to battery light is turned off. (A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook after software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery pack has been fully charged.)

(Power cords and electrical outlets vary in appearance by region and country.)

Getting Started 1–7

Hardware Setup

Step 5: Open the Notebook

To open the notebook:

1. Press the display release button 1 to release the display.

2. Raise the display 2.

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Step 6: Turn On the Notebook

» To turn on the notebook, press the power button 1.

The power button light 2 and the power/standby

3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin

light software

The power button light and the power/standby light display

✎

the only is visible when the notebook is closed.

setup.

same information. The power button light is visible

when the notebook is open; the power/standby light

Hardware Setup

Getting Started 1–9

Software Setup

During software setup you can

■ Select regional preferences.

■ Accept license agreements.

■ Name your notebook.

■ Register online.

■ Create user accounts.

If you prefer not to register your notebook during software

you can do so at any time after software setup is

setup, complete.

skip during the setup process. For instructions, refer to

or Chapter

and

you and

Software setup begins when you respond to the setup prompt

the notebook screen.

You can also change or add any settings you select

2, “Managing Your Software,” in the printed Help Support Guide included with your notebook. Although can register and set preferences later, it is usually easier faster to complete these tasks during software setup.

CAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system

language

displayed, choose carefully. On some models, the languages that

is you do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during software setup.

■

■ During software setup, it is normal for some notebook

Getting Started 2–1

before a window called Welcome to Microsoft® Windows®

After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies.

models to pause occasionally for several minutes. These normal pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon.

Software Setup

Welcome to Windows

The first window in software setup is Welcome to Microsoft® Windows®. This window welcomes you to your Microsoft Windows operating system and introduces you to software setup navigation:

■ To display additional information about the text in any

setup

window, select the question mark icon in the lower right-hand section of the window or press the your

keyboard.

■ To continue to the next window, select the Next button

the lower right-hand corner of the window.

■ To return to the previous window, select the Back

button

in the lower left-hand corner of the window.

(This

button is unavailable on the first window, Welcome to

Microsoft Windows.)

■ To skip a window without entering a preference, select the

Skip button in the lower right-hand corner of the window. (This button is unavailable on the first and some succeeding windows.)

To navigate in a window, slide your finger on the TouchPad 1 in the direction that you want to move the cursor. To select an item, move the cursor over the item, and then press the left TouchPad button 2.

f1 key on

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Software Setup

Select Your Regional Preferences

The next 2 windows prompt you to confirm or select regional preferences. Regional preferences are preset for the country in which you purchased the notebook.

■ Dates and currency window—The operating system will use

the region and language preferences you confirm or select in the How should dates and currency appear? window to format dates and currency.

Notice that some languages have regional versions. The versions are shown in parentheses after the language name.

■ Time zone window—The operating system will use the time

zone you confirm or select in the What time zone are you in? window to set the notebook clock.

Notice that you can select a check box to set the notebook clock to adjust to daylight saving time.

Accept the License Agreements

In the End User License Agreement window, you must

both the Microsoft End-User License Agreement

the HP Software Product License Agreement to continue

and with software setup.

■ To accept both agreements, select Yes, I accept them, and

then select Next.

■ To decline both agreements, select No, I don’t accept them,

and then select Next.

If you decline both agreements, you will not be permitted

use the installed software. On the following screen you

to will be offered only 2 options: You can choose Back to

to the End User License Agreement window or

return choose start to software setup.

Getting Started 2–3

Shutdown to turn off the notebook. When you

the notebook after selecting Shutdown, the Welcome

Windows window is displayed and you must again begin

Software Setup

Name Your Notebook

If you plan to include your notebook on a home network,

notebook must have a unique name. In the What’s your

your computer’s name? window, you can retain the default name shown in the Computer name text field or choose another name.

For example, you might want to base your notebook name on

person’s name, “David,” or a location, “Familyroom.” In order

a for your notebook name to be displayed on a network, the name

■ Must be no longer than 15 characters.

■ Must include only numerals (0-9), letters (A-Z and a-z),

and

hyphens.

■ Cannot include spaces.

If you like, you can also enter a description of your notebook. The description may contain more characters than the notebook name, as well as spaces and special characters. For example, you could describe your notebook as “David’s game machine.”

Register Online

In the Register Online with Hewlett-Packard window, you can

■ Register your notebook—Complete the text fields.

■ Register your operating system—Select the Also Register

with Microsoft check box beneath the text fields.

■ Indicate how you would like to be contacted by

Hewlett-Packard—Select or clear the check boxes above the

Microsoft registration information.

To view the Hewlett-Packard Registration Privacy Statement, select the underlined link near the top of the window. To view

Microsoft Windows Registration Privacy Statement, select the

the underlined link near the bottom of the window. To return to the registration window from either of these windows, select Back.

To proceed with your registration and software setup, select Next.

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If you connected your modem during the “Step 3: Connect the

Modem” section in Chapter 1, “Hardware Setup,” or have

connected the notebook to the Internet by another method,

Connecting to online registration window is displayed.

the

window describes the progress of your registration.

This

If you are unable to send your registration, you can do so at any time after software setup is complete. For more information about connecting to the Internet, see the section in Chapter 3, “Next Steps.”

Create User Accounts

In the Who will use this computer? window, you can create

user account for each person who might use the notebook.

User accounts enable each notebook user to create a personal notebook environment. A user’s environment might include such customizations as display and security settings, personal files, screen savers, and the appearance of the Windows desktop.

When you turn on the notebook, a prompt to select a user account is displayed. When a user account is selected, Windows opens according to the preferences set by that user.

Software Setup

“Connect to the Internet”

The names you enter in the Who will use this computer? window text fields are displayed on the list of user accounts displayed at Windows startup.

Press the Finish Button!

When the Thank you! window is displayed, read the

and then select Finish. Your notebook saves your

text, preferences, and then restarts in Windows.

Select your user account, and you are ready to begin using your notebook. To protect your notebook and gain Internet access to software updates and online assistance, it is recommended that you begin your notebook use by following the next chapter.

Getting Started 2–5

suggestions in the

Enable TouchPad Tapping

TouchPad Tapping is a TouchPad preference that enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an item or twice to double-click an item. You might want to use this feature as you begin to use your notebook software.

To determine whether TouchPad Tapping is enabled on your notebook, or to enable or disable this feature:

1. Use the TouchPad to select Start > Control Panel >

Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse > Device Settings.

Then select the Settings button.

2. Select Tapp in g. If the Enable Tapping check box is

selected, TouchPad Tapping is enabled.

❏ To disable TouchPad Tapping, clear the check box.

❏ To enable TouchPad Tapping, select the check box.

3. Select OK.

Next Steps

For information about setting other TouchPad preferences, refer to Chapter 2,“Keyboard,” in the Hardware and Software Guide on the Documentation CD included with your notebook.

All software instructions in your notebook documentation

✎

describe Microsoft Windows XP procedures based on the default Windows XP category view. For information about switching between Windows XP classic view and Windows XP category view, select Start > Help and Support > Customizing your

computer > Files, folders, and programs > Use Windows classic folders.

Getting Started 3–1

Next Steps

Protect Your Notebook

You can use the information in this section to

■ Protect your notebook from viruses.

■ Protect your notebook from power surges.

■ Protect your system files.

■ Protect your privacy.

■ Use your notebook safely.

■ Turn off your notebook properly.

For information about other notebook security features, such

passwords, device disabling, and using an optional security

as cable lock, refer to the “Security” chapter in the Hardware and Software Guide on the Documentation CD.

Protect the Notebook from Viruses

When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access, you expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable your operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally.

Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and

most cases, repair damage they have caused. To provide

in protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be updated.

Norton AntiVirus software is preinstalled on your notebook.

■ For information about using and updating your Norton

AntiVirus software, select Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus. Then select the Help & Support button.

■

For supplementary information about your Norton AntiVirus software, including troubleshooting procedures, select

Start >

All Programs > Norton AntiVirus > Help and Support.

For more information about computer viruses, select Start > Help and Support. Type

then press

3–2 Getting Started

enter.

viruses into the Search text field, and

Protect Your System Files

System Restore is an operating system feature that enables you to undo harmful changes to your notebook software by restoring your software to an earlier time, called a restore point, when your software was functioning optimally.

Restore points are restorable, benchmark “snapshots” of your application, driver, and operating system files. The notebook sets restore points at regular intervals and might set additional restore points whenever you change your personal settings or add software or hardware.

Manually setting additional restore points provides additional protection for your system files and settings. It is recommended that you manually set restore points

■ Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware.

■ Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally.

Restoring to any restore point does not affect your data files. For example, restoring your system software to an earlier time will not affect documents or emails that you saved after that time. All System Restore procedures are reversible.

Next Steps

Setting a Restore Point

To set a system restore point manually:

1. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore.

2. Select Create a restore point, and then follow the

instructions on the screen.

Restoring to a Restore Point

To restore the notebook to a restore point:

1. Make sure the notebook is connected to a reliable AC outlet through the AC adapter.

2. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore.

3. Select Restore my computer to an earlier time, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

Getting Started 3–3

Next Steps

Protect Your Privacy

When you use the notebook for email, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about your notebook and the data it contains. (For

Internet access instructions see the “Connect to the Internet”

section later in this chapter.)

To optimize the privacy protection features included with your notebook, it is recommended that you

■ Keep your operating system updated. Many Windows

updates contain security enhancements. For information about updating your operating system, refer to the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook.

■ Use a firewall.

The Windows operating system firewall, Internet Connection Firewall, is available on your notebook, but is disabled by default. To learn more about this firewall or to enable or disable this firewall:

1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections.

2. Select your Local Area Connection.

3. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, select

Advanced tab. Then

the

❏ To learn more about Internet Connection Firewall,

the Learn more about Internet Connection

select Firewall link.

❏ To enable Internet Connection Firewall, select the check

box for Protect my computer and network by limiting or preventing access to this computer from the Internet.

❏ To disable Internet Connection Firewall, clear the

box for Protect my computer and network by

check

limiting or preventing access to this computer from

Internet.

the

4. Select OK.

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Next Steps

Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet

games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized email attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task, and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall.

■ If you are using Internet Connection Firewall, select

Start

> Help and Support for configuration information

to contact a support specialist.

■ If you are using an optional firewall, refer to the firewall

documentation or contact the firewall manufacturer.

Protect the Notebook from Power Surges

To protect the notebook from the power surges that might 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 the

modem to a telephone line.

■ During an electrical storm, either run the notebook on battery

power or shut down the notebook and unplug the power cord.

Getting Started 3–5

Next Steps

Use the Notebook Safely

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

15 of the FCC Rules.

Part

For more safety and regulatory information refer to Regulatory

and Safety Notices on the Documentation CD and to the printed Wireless Regulatory Notices document included with your

notebook.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to

equipment:

your

■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible

all times.

■ Disconnect power from the notebook by unplugging the power

cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from

notebook).

the

■ If provided with a three-pin attachment plug on your power cord,

plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) three-pin outlet. Do disable the power cord grounding pin. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.

not

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety &

Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, and proper posture, health, and work habits for notebook users. The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is available on the Web at

http://www.compaq.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and on

the Documentation CD included with the notebook.

WARNING: To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not

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the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended

block periods.The notebook is designed to run demanding applications

full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is

for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously.

normal The notebook complies with limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

the user-accessible surface temperature

Turn Off the Notebook Properly

Whenever possible, turn off the notebook by using the standard system:

■ In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off Computer >

■ In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off

If the notebook does not respond, try the following shutdown procedures:

■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then

Windows shutdown procedure for your operating

Turn Of f .

Computer > Shut Down, and then select OK. (If you

connect your notebook to a network domain, the name of the

Turn Off Computer button might change to Shut Down.)

❏ If the notebook is running Windows XP Home, select

Down > Turn Off.

Shut

❏ If the notebook is running Windows XP Professional,

select Shut down from the drop-down list, and then

OK.

select

Next Steps

■ If the notebook does not respond to the ctrl+alt+delete

procedure, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.

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Next Steps

Connect to the Internet

To connect the notebook to the Internet, you must enable your communication hardware and have an account with an Internet service provider (ISP).

Enable Communication Hardware

Your modem is enabled when the modem cable is connected to

the notebook and to an analog telephone line.

■ If you connected the modem cable during hardware setup,

your modem is enabled. Proceed to next in this chapter.

■ If you did not connect the modem cable during hardware

setup:

a. Turn off your notebook.

b. Follow the instructions in the “Step 3: Connect the

Modem” section of Chapter 1, “Hardware Setup.”

c. Start your notebook in Windows.

“Set Up Internet Service”

d. Then proceed to “Set Up Internet Service” next in

this chapter.

For information about setting up a wireless device, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/wireless.

For more information about modem, wireless, cable, DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) and network connections, select

> Help and Support. The Help and Support utility

Start

provides hardware and software information, instructions, tutorials, and wizards that can help you set up or troubleshoot

variety of connections.

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Set Up Internet Service

You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet. Your notebook includes software developed with leading ISPs in many locations to help you set up a new Internet account or to configure your notebook to use an existing account.

Depending on your location, you might be able to set up Internet or

In all locations, you can set up Internet service by using the

Using Easy Internet Sign-Up

If the Easy Internet Sign-Up utility is supported in the country in which you purchased your notebook, you can access the utility by using either of the following methods:

■ Double-click the Easy Internet Sign-up icon on the desktop.

-or-

■ Select Start > All Programs > Online Services > Easy

If the Easy Internet Sign-Up utility is available, you can use the utility to

■ Sign up for a new Internet account.

■ Configure your notebook to use an existing account.

■ Learn about accessing the Internet through a LAN (local

service by using the Easy Internet Sign-up utility

an ISP-provided icon on your desktop.

Windows Internet Connection wizard.

Internet Sign-up.

area

network), cable modem, or DSL.

If you plan to use a LAN, DSL, or cable Internet connection, you might need to contact your ISP for information about obtaining additional software or hardware. For more information about LAN, DSL, or cable Internet connections, select Start > Help and Support.

Next Steps

If the Easy Internet Sign-Up utility is not available on your notebook, see the

“Using an ISP-Provided Icon” section next

in this chapter.

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Next Steps

Using an ISP-Provided Icon

If ISP-provided icons are supported in the country in which you purchased your notebook, the icons might be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online Services.

To set up a new Internet account or configure your notebook to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

Using the Internet Connection Wizard

You can use the Windows Internet Connection wizard to connect to the Internet

■ If you already have an account with an ISP.

■ If you have a disc from an ISP.

■ If you do not have an Internet account and would like

select an ISP from the list provided within the wizard.

(The

list of ISP providers is not available in all regions.)

■ If you have selected an unlisted ISP and the ISP has provided

you with such information as a specific IP address, and POP3 and SMTP settings.

To access the Internet Connection wizard and instructions for using the wizard, select Start > Help and Support. In the Search text field, type

It is recommended that you select the check box provided within the wizard to enable Internet Connection Firewall. For more information about firewalls, see the section earlier in this chapter.

Make an Internet connection, and then select Search.

“Protect Your Privacy”

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Next Steps

Preview the Help and Support Guide

The printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook contains

■ Information about the Documentation CD.

■ Information about the Help and Support utility, which

contains tutorials, interactive troubleshooting, and other features.

■ Instructions for updating your operating system, adding

changing any settings you skipped or entered during

software setup, and setting additional preferences.

■ Instructions for installing additional software.

■ Tips for quick troubleshooting.

■ Procedures for repairing or reinstalling your drivers,

operating system, and other preinstalled software.

■ Information about contacting Customer Care by telephone

email and about taking your notebook to a service partner.

By previewing the Help and Support Guide now, you will

how to find any information or help you might need later.

know

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This chapter identifies the visible hardware features included with your notebook and the location of the wireless antennae included with select notebooks. The content of this chapter is also provided in the Hardware and Software Guide on the Documentation CD.

The methods you can use to learn more about the features on your notebook are described in the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. The Help and Support Guide is also provided on the Documentation CD.

Some of the hardware features illustrated and described in

✎

chapter and in other notebook guides are available only

this on select models.

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Top Components

Keys

Component Description

1 fn key Combines with other keys to perform

system tasks. For example, pressing

fn+f7 decreases screen brightness.

2 Function keys (12) Perform system and application tasks.

When combined with

f1 through f12 perform additional

keys tasks as hotkeys.

fn, the function

3 Keypad keys (15) Can be used like the keys on

external numeric keypad.

4 Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for

beneath the pointer.

items

5 Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.

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TouchPad

Component Description

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1 TouchPad* Moves the pointer.

2 TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled.

3 TouchPad button Enables/disables the TouchPad.

4 TouchPad vertical scrolling

region*

5 TouchPad horizontal

scrolling

region*

6 Left and right TouchPad

buttons*

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of TouchPad components, refer to Chapter 3, “Keyboard,” in the

Hardware and Software Guide

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Scrolls upward or downward.

Scrolls toward left side or right side.

Function like the left and right

on an external mouse.

buttons

on the

Documentation

CD.

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Power Controls

Component Description

1 Display switch* If the notebook is closed

on, initiates Standby.

while

2 Power button* When the notebook is

■ Off, press to turn on the notebook.

■ On, briefly press to initiate

Hibernation.

■ In Standby, briefly press

resume from Standby.

■ In Hibernation, briefly press

restore from Hibernation.

If the system has stopped

✎

responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot

used, press and hold for at

seconds to turn off the

least 4 notebook.

*This table describes default settings. For information about changing the function of the display switch or power button, refer to Chapter 3, “Power,”

the

Hardware and Software Guide

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on the

Documentation

CD.

Lights

Component Description

1 Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

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2 Wireless button light

(available on select models)*

Power button light

‡

On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth® device, are turned

On: Notebook is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. Off: Notebook is off.

on.

†

4 Mute light On: Volume is muted.

5 Num lock light On: Num lock or the internal keypad

on.

*The wireless button light and the wireless light (on the front of the notebook) display the same information. The wireless button

is visible only when the notebook is open; the wireless light

light

visible when the notebook is closed.

†

For information about establishing a wireless link, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/wireless.

‡

The power button light and the power/standby light (on the front of the notebook) display the only when the notebook is open; the power/standby light is visible when

notebook is closed.

the

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same information. The power button light is visible

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Wireless and Volume Buttons

Component Description

Wireless button (available

select models)

Turns the wireless functionality on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.

To establish a wireless connection,

✎

a wireless network must already be set up. For information about establishing a wireless connection from Windows, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/wireless.

2 Volume down button Decreases system volume.

3 Vo l ume u p but ton Increases system volume.

4 Volume mute button Mutes or restores volume.

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Antennae

Component Description

Antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless device signals.

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Exposure to Radio Frequency

Radiation.

power FCC limits. should be used in such a manner that during normal operation is minimized. To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antennae should be not less than

cm (8 inches) during normal

20 operation, including when the notebook display is closed.

*The antennae are available on only select models. The antennae are

visible from the outside of the notebook. For optimal transmission,

not

the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.

keep

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The radiated output

of this device is below the

radio frequency exposure

Nevertheless, the device

the potential for human contact

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Front Components

Lights

Component Description

1 Wireless light* (available on

select models)

2 Power/standby light

‡

3 IDE (Integrated Drive

Electronics) drive light

On: One or more optional

wireless devices, such

internal

a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth

are turned on.

device,

On: Notebook is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. Off: Notebook is off.

On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed.

†

4 Battery light On: The battery pack is charging.

Blinking: The battery pack has reached a low-battery condition.

Off: The battery pack is fully charged or not inserted.

*The wireless light and the wireless button light display the same information. The wireless light is visible when the notebook is closed;

wireless button light is visible only when the notebook is open.

the

†

For information about establishing a wireless link, visit

http://www.hp.com/go/wireless.

‡

The power/standby light and the power button light display the same

information. The power/standby light is visible when the notebook is

the power button light is visible only when the notebook is open.

closed;

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Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button

Component Description

1 Stereo speakers (2) Produce stereo sound.

Display release button Opens the notebook.

3 Audio-in

(microphone)

jack

4 Audio-out

(headphone)

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jack

Connects an optional monaural

sound channel) microphone.

(single

Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or

VCR.

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Rear Components

Component Description

1 Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to cool internal

components.

To prevent overheating, do

Power connector Connects the AC adapter cable.

*The notebook has 4 vents. This and all other vents are visible

the bottom of the notebook. One vent is also visible on the left

of the notebook.

side

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obstruct vents. Do not

not

a hard surface, such

allow

a printer, or a soft surface,

as such as pillows or thick rugs

clothing, to block airflow.

Left-Side Components

Ports and Jacks

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Component Description

1 Monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor

projector.

Expansion port (available

on select models)*

Connects the notebook to an optional

Expansion Base.

3 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects an optional network cable.

4 RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects the modem cable.

5 USB port

*For expansion port signal information, see the “Expansion Port Input/Output Signals” section in Appendix A in the

on the

Guide

†

The notebook has 3 USB ports. The other USB ports are on the right-hand

side of the notebook.

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†

Documentat ion

Connects an optional USB device.

Hardware and Software

CD.

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PC Card Slot and Button

Component Description

1 PC Card slot Supports an optional Type I

Ty pe II 32-bit (CardBus)

16-bit PC Card.

2 PC Card eject button Ejects an optional PC Card from

PC Card slot.

the

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Vent and Security Cable Slot

Component Description

1 Exhaust vent* Provides airflow to cool internal

components.

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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.

2 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable

the notebook.

The purpose of security

✎

solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.

*The notebook has 4 vents. This and all other vents are visible on the bottom of the notebook. One vent is also visible on the rear of the notebook.

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Right-Side Components

Component Description

1 USB ports (2)* Connect optional USB devices.

2 1394 port Connects an optional 1394a device

such as a scanner, a digital camera,

a digital camcorder.

3 6-in-1 Memory Reader slot

(available on select models)

4 6-in-1 Memory Reader light

(available on select models)

5 Optical drive

‡

6 S-Video–out jack (available

on select models)

*The notebook has 3 USB ports. The other USB port is on the left side.

†

The digital memory card could be a Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, xD card, MultiMediaCard, or SmartMedia (SM) card.

‡

The type of optical drive—for example, a DVD-ROM drive, a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive, or a DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive—varies by notebook model.

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Supports an optional digital memory

On: An optional digital memory card

being accessed.

Supports an optical disc.

Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture card.

card.

†

Bottom Components

Mini PCI and Memory Compartments

Component Description

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Mini PCI compartment Holds an optional wireless LAN device.

To prevent an unresponsive system

and the display of a warning message, install only a Mini PCI device authorized for use in your notebook by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country. If you install an unauthorized device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. Then contact your Customer Care Center.

2 Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots that support

replaceable memory modules. The number of preinstalled memory modules varies by notebook model.

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Bays, Battery Latch and Vents

Component Description

1 Battery pack release latch Releases a battery pack from the

battery bay.*

2 Battery bay Holds a battery pack.

3 Exhaust vents (4)

†

Provide airflow to cool internal components.

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.

4 Hard drive bay Holds the internal hard drive.

*Battery packs vary by model.

†

The notebook has 4 vents. One vent is also visible on the left side of

notebook, and one vent is also visible on the rear of the notebook.

the

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Additional Components

Hardware

The components included with your notebook vary by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware you purchased. The following sections identify the standard external components included with most notebook models.

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Component Description

1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power.

2 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.

3 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook

is not connected to external power.

4 Modem cable* Connects a modem to an

telephone jack or to a

RJ-11 country-specific modem adapter.

5 Country-specific modem

adapter (included by region as required)*

*Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary in appearance

region and country. Battery packs vary by model.

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Adapts the modem cable to a non–RJ-11 telephone jack.

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Optical Discs

Software on optical discs, such as CDs or DVDs, is included

all notebook models.

with

■ The software applications packaged with this Getting Started

guide are not preinstalled on your notebook. Depending on how

you want to use your notebook, you might want to install

some or all of these applications.

■ The software applications packaged with the Help and

Support Guide are preinstalled or preloaded on your

notebook. The software discs are provided in case you ever need to repair or

❏ The discs packaged with the Help and Support Guide also

provide operating system recovery and driver recovery software. Application recovery software is provided with select notebook models.

❏ The Documentation CD, which is also packaged with the

Help and Support Guide, contains Adobe® Acrobat®

PDF files, not software. The files on the Documentation CD are not preinstalled or preloaded on your notebook.

reinstall this software.

For more information about the recovery software and the Documentation CD, and for software installation instructions (including instructions for installing preloaded software),

to the printed Help and Support Guide included with

refer

notebook. The Help and Support Guide is also available

your

the Documentation CD.

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Labels

The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you might internationally with the notebook.

■ Service Tag—Provides the product name, product number

■ Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the

■ Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information

■ Modem Approval label—Provides regulatory information

■ Wireless certification labels—Some notebook models

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need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel

(P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your notebook. You might need the product number and the serial number when you contact Customer Care. The Service Tag label is affixed to the bottom of the notebook. To display the information on the

Service Tag on your screen, select Start > Help and

Support.

Windows Product Key. You might need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottom of the notebook.

about

the notebook. The Regulatory label is affixed

the inside of the battery bay.

about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the countries in which the modem has been approved for use. You might need this information when traveling internationally. The Modem Approval label is

affixed to the inside of the memory compartment cover.

include an optional WLAN device and/or an optional Bluetooth device. If your notebook model includes one or

more wireless devices, a certificate providing regulatory information about each device and the approval markings of some of the countries in which the device has been approved for use is included with your notebook. You might need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels are affixed to the inside of the Mini PCI compartment cover.

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Index

1394 port 4–14 6-in-1 Memory Reader light 6-in-1 Memory Reader slot

4–14

AC adapter

connecting 1–7 identifying 1–2, 4–17

antennae 4–1, 4–7 antivirus software application recovery disc applications

reinstalling or repairing 3–11,

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Compaq 355449-001 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Hardware Setup

Step 1: Identify the Setup Hardware

Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack

Step 3: Connect the Modem

Connecting the Modem to an RJ-11 Jack

Connecting the Modem with an Adapter

Step 4: Connect the Notebook to External Power

Step 5: Open the Notebook

Step 6: Turn On the Notebook

Software Setup

Welcome to Windows

Select Your Regional Preferences

Accept the License Agreements

Name Your Notebook

Register Online

Create User Accounts

Press the Finish Button!

Enable TouchPad Tapping

Next Steps

Protect Your Notebook

Protect the Notebook from Viruses

Protect Your System Files

Setting a Restore Point

Restoring to a Restore Point

Protect Your Privacy

Protect the Notebook from Power Surges

Use the Notebook Safely

Turn Off the Notebook Properly

Connect to the Internet

Enable Communication Hardware

Set Up Internet Service

Using Easy Internet Sign-Up

Using an ISP-Provided Icon

Using the Internet Connection Wizard

Preview the Help and Support Guide

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Top Components

Keys

TouchPad

Power Controls

Lights

Wireless and Volume Buttons

Antennae

Front Components

Lights

Speakers, Jacks and Display Release Button

Rear Components

Left-Side Components

Ports and Jacks

PC Card Slot and Button

Vent and Security Cable Slot

Right-Side Components

Bottom Components

Mini PCI and Memory Compartments

Bays, Battery Latch and Vents

Additional Components

Hardware

Optical Discs

Labels

Index