HP Compaq Presario 1215EA Setup Guide
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Presario
Mobile Internet PC
Beyond Setup Guide
1200 Series
232130-031
© 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation.
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Presario
Mobile Internet PC
Beyond Set-up Guide
1200 Series
Notice
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Compaq Presario Mobile Internet PC 1200 Series
First Edition (March 2001)
Part Number 232130-031
CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
WhereCanIFindInformation?....................1-2
PrintedDocuments .........................1-2
Symbols and Graphics ..........................1-4
Symbols ..................................1-4
Graphics..................................1-4
Safety.......................................1-5
Disconnecting Your Notebook from the
PowerSource..............................1-5
Chapter2 YourNotebookataGlance ................. 2-1
Front of Your Presario Notebook ..................2-2
LeftandRightPanels...........................2-6
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Common Features ..........................2-2
Internet Zone Buttons and Lights ...............2-3
Function Keys .............................2-4
StatusDisplayandVolumeControls ............2-5
Left Side Components .......................2-6
Right Side Components ......................2-6
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RearPanel...................................2-7
Rear Components ..........................2-7
Underside ....................................2-8
Underside Components ......................2-8
Chapter 3 Using Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
PowerOn! ...................................3-2
Plugging and Unplugging AC Power ............3-2
Turning Your Notebook On and Off .............3-3
RecoveringfromaLockedProgramme ..........3-4
RecoveringfromaLockedSystem .............3-4
UsingBatteryPower ........................3-5
TouchPad ....................................3-6
Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse ........3-6
Tapping and Double-Tapping . . ...............3-7
EdgeMotion ..............................3-8
Display Properties . . . ..........................3-9
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Changing Resolution ........................3-9
AdjustingBrightness .......................3-10
InternetZoneButtons..........................3-11
Re-programming the Internet Zone Buttons . . . . . 3-11
StorageDrives...............................3-12
Identifying Your Storage Drives . ..............3-12
UsingtheDisketteDrive ....................3-12
Security ....................................3-13
UsingtheSecuritySlot .....................3-13
Power-OnPassword .......................3-13
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Chapter4 CommonTasks ...........................4-1
TV-Out Connection.............................4-2
Connecting and Enabling TV-Out ..............4-2
AdjustingtheTelevisionScreen ...............4-3
DisplayModes ................................4-4
SwitchingBetweenDisplays ..................4-4
Anti-VirusSoftware.............................4-5
UsingAnti-VirusSoftware ....................4-5
RecognisingaComputerVirus ................4-6
RemovingaVirus ..........................4-6
VirusProtection ...............................4-7
Updating McAfee VirusScan ..................4-7
UpgradingMcAfeeVirusScansoftware ..........4-7
AddingandRemovingSoftware ...............4-8
SoftwareandHardware.........................4-9
AttachingHardwareDevices .................4-10
Chapter5 UsingtheCDorDVDDrive ..................5-1
InsertandRemoveDiscs........................5-2
AudioCDsandVideoDiscs......................5-4
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InsertingaDisc ............................5-2
RemovingaDisc ...........................5-3
Manually Ejecting a Disc . . . ..................5-3
PlayingAudioCDs..........................5-4
PlayingNon-DVDVideoDiscs ................5-5
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DVDs . . . ....................................5-6
UsingtheDVDPlayer .......................5-6
Using “Regionalised” DVDs ..................5-10
VideoDisplayOptions .........................5-12
Showing and Hiding the DVD Panel ...........5-12
Zooming the View .........................5-12
CD-RWBasics...............................5-13
InstallingAdaptecEasyCDCreator ...........5-13
Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator ..............5-14
PreventingBufferUnder-runErrors ............5-18
Accessing Easy CD Creator User Information . . . 5-19
Chapter6 Let’sGoSurfing ..........................6-1
BasicConcepts ...............................6-2
WhatistheInternet? ........................6-2
WhatistheWorldWideWeb?.................6-4
Browsers ....................................6-7
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WhatisaBrowser? .........................6-7
UsingMicrosoftInternetExplorer ..............6-7
SearchEngines ...............................6-9
Choosing a Search Engine ...................6-9
UsingaSearchEngine .....................6-10
SearchingontheWeb ......................6-11
AccessingFilesfromtheInternet .............6-12
InConclusion.............................6-12
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Chapter7 CaringforYourBattery .....................7-1
BatteryCare..................................7-2
UsingtheBattery ...........................7-2
StoringtheBattery..........................7-2
RecyclingtheBattery........................7-3
BatteryCalibration .............................7-4
CalibratingtheBattery .......................7-4
MaximisingBatteryOperatingTime.............7-6
Fixing a Low-Battery Condition ................7-7
Power Management ............................7-9
SavingEnergy .............................7-9
WhatisPowerManagement? .................7-9
Chapter8 Service ..................................8-1
Preventative Maintenance .......................8-2
Cleaning Your Notebook’s Exterior .............8-2
Cleaning the Keyboard ......................8-2
BackupUtilities................................8-5
HardDiskErrors...............................8-6
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Cleaning the Display Screen ..................8-3
Cleaning the TouchPad ......................8-3
Caring for Your Presario Notebook .............8-4
UsingBackupDevices.......................8-5
UsingScanDisk ............................8-6
Using Disk Cleanup .........................8-6
DeletingStoredFiles ........................8-7
De-fragmentingYourHardDisk ...............8-7
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Hard Disk Space Management ...................8-8
CheckingtheHardDiskSpace ................8-8
Deleting Unnecessary Files ...................8-9
UsingtheRecycleBin ......................8-10
System Support ..............................8-11
Compaq Diagnostics
(available on select models) . . . ..............8-11
Compaq Service Connection
(available on select models) . . . ..............8-13
Chapter9 Solutions ................................9-1
BasicSolutions................................9-2
HelpfulHints ..............................9-2
FindingSolutionsQuickly ....................9-2
Frequently Asked Questions .....................9-3
General Questions ..........................9-3
DisplayQuestions ..........................9-5
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Questions about Sound ......................9-6
Questions about Movies .....................9-6
Questions about Peripherals . . . ...............9-7
Questions about Upgrades ...................9-7
Error Messages . . ..........................9-8
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Glossary
Index
Solutions Tables. . ............................9-10
AudioandVideo ..........................9-10
BatteryandPower .........................9-12
MassStorage ............................9-16
GamesandInternet ........................9-22
Keyboard and TouchPad . . . .................9-24
MemoryandPCCard ......................9-27
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Introduction
Congratulations! As the owner of a new Presario™ Notebook
In This Chapter
Where Can I Find
Information?, 1-2
Symbols and Graphics, 1-4
Safety, 1-5
computer, you have joined the world-wide community of
mobile computer users. Once your Notebook is set up and
connected to the Internet, you can explore vast regions of
information, entertainment, and services online.
The Beyond Set-up Guide is designed for both experienced
computer users and beginners. This easy-to-scan guide helps
you find the information you want as quickly as possible.
It’s also designed to familiarise you with the following:
• Features you’ll want to
try during the first few
days or weeks
• Keeping your Notebook
running smoothly
• Solving common
problems as they occur.
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NTRODUCTION
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Where Can
Printed Documents
IFind
Information?
This section describes
the documentation that
came in the box with
your new Notebook.
Your new Presario Notebook computer came with printed
documents containing helpful reference information.
Note: Additional documents to those described here may vary by region.
Getting Started Poster
This poster shows you how to set up your Notebook. When
you finish, fold the poster and store it with your documents
for future use. For more information about the hardware that
came with your new Notebook, see “Your Notebook at a
Glance” later in this guide.
Beyond Set-up Guide
This easy-to-scan guide explains how to set up your Notebook
and get acquainted with its features. It also introduces:
• Common computer tasks
• The Internet
• Notebook maintenance
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• Solutions for computer problems
• Compaq service and support tools
Note: Some features described in this guide may not be available on all
models or in all geographic regions.
Safety and Comfort Guide
This document explains how to protect your equipment from
damage, yourself from injury, and ensure your comfort while
using your Notebook.
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Warranty Certificate
The warranty details the Compaq commitment to service
during the warranty period. Keep the warranty certificate in
a safe place for future reference.
Presario Operating System Manual
The Presario Operating System Manual explains how to
communicate with your Notebook using the Microsoft
Windows operating system. It also introduces:
• File Management, which covers creating, saving, deleting,
renaming, and moving files
• Customising the Windows desktop
• Using the Windows online Help
Note: The illustrations shown and the features described in this document
may differ slightly from your Presario Notebook computer.
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Symbols and
Symbols
Graphics
The following words and symbols have special meaning in
this guide and in the electronic documentation:
Important information that
may help you solve a problem.
Helpful hints that make using
your Notebook easier and
faster.
Another document or another
page in this document that has
related information.
Failure to follow directions
may result in bodily harm or
loss of life.
Caution: Failure to follow directions may result in equipment
damage or data loss.
Graphics
The illustrations shown and the features described in this
document may differ slightly from your Presario Notebook
computer.
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Safety
To reduce the risk of electric
shock and damage to the
equipment, read the Safety
and Comfort document.
Disconnecting Your Notebook
from the Power Source
To shut down your Notebook properly, complete the
following steps:
1. Close all open programmes.
2. On the Windows taskbar, click Start,thenclick
Shut Down.... The Shut down Windows dialogue box
is displayed.
3. Select the Shut down option.
To protect your equipment from
power surges, plug all power
cords into a high-quality surge
protector. If you have a
dedicated telephone line for the
modem, buy a surge protector
with a telephone jack.
After your Notebook is safely
disconnected from AC power
and the phone line, you can
run your Notebook on
battery power.
Note: If the Notebook does not turn off automatically, then press and hold
button until it shuts down.
the Power
ª
4. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and unplug the
modem line from the wall jack.
Protecting Your Notebook During an Electrical
Storm
During an electrical storm, you should take the following
precautions to protect your Notebook from damage.
• You should immediately disconnect your Notebook from
the power source.
• If you are not using a surge protector, unplug all power
cords from the wall outlets.
• Disconnect your Notebook from the wall outlets.
• Turn off the power button on all surge protectors.
• If a telephone line from your Notebook is plugged directly
into the wall jack (without going through a surge
protector), unplug the line from the wall jack.
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Yo u r
Notebook
at a Glance
Before you begin using your new Presario Notebook
In This Chapter
Front of Your Presario
Notebook, 2-2
Left and Right Panels, 2-6
Rear Panel, 2-7
Underside, 2-8
computer, you’ll want to look at some of the basic
components.
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To open your Notebook, slide the 1 Display Release Latches
forward and 2 gently lift the lid.
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Front of
Your Presario
Notebook
Open your Notebook
and take a look at
these components:
• Common Features
• Internet Zone Buttons
and Lights
• Function Keys
• Status Display and
Volume Controls
“Turning Your Notebook On
and Off” later in this guide to
learn more about how to start
and shut down your Notebook.
“TouchPad” later in this guide
for more information on using
the TouchPad.
Common Features
Display Release Latch
1
Display
2
Power Button
3
Series Number
4
Keyboard
5
TouchPad
6
Speakers
7
Left TouchPad Button
8
Easy Scroll
9
Right TouchPad Button
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“Re-programming the
Internet Zone Buttons” in
Chapter 3 of this guide to learn
how to programme the Internet
zone buttons to suit your needs.
Internet Zone Buttons and Lights
Num Lock Light
1
Caps Lock Light
2
Instant Internet Access Button
3
Instant Email Button
4
Online Shopping Button
5
These buttons automatically connect you to the Internet.
Note: Before using these buttons, you must have access to the Internet.
Button Button Description Default Button Action
∆
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B
Instant Internet
Access
Instant E-mail Provides you with one-touch access for
Online shopping Provides instant connection to a variety of
Provides your daily start point to the
Internet. It connects you to a personalised
Web page filled with local weather, news,
sports, and financial information.
sending and reading your e-mail.
leading shopping sites.
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Function Keys
The following keys are assigned:
To access these features,
press and hold down the
Fn key, press the function
key, and then release both
keys simultaneously.
Button Description
F1 User-programmable favourite programme/Web site launch
key (default: My Presario)
F2 User-programmable favourite programme/Web site launch
key (default: Entertainment)
F3 Switches between the display and external monitor in the
following order:
•Display
• External Monitor
• Display and External Monitor
F4 Sleep
F5 Not available
F6 Not available
F7 Brightness control down
F8 Brightness control up
F9 CD or DVD play/pause
F10 CD or DVD stop
F11 CD or DVD previous track
F12 CD or DVD next track
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Status Display and Volume Controls
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Power Status
1
Battery Charging Status
2
Volume Down Button
3
Volume Up Button
4
Easy Scroll
5
AC Adapter Status
6
Right TouchPad Button
7
Left TouchPad Button
8
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Left and
Right Panels
Take a look at the left
and right sides of your
Notebook. This is where
the CD or DVD drive,
diskette drive, battery and
PC Card slot are located.
Left Side Components
“Using Battery Power” in
Chapter 3 of this guide for
more information about the
battery.
PC Cards are credit card-sized
removable options that
expand the capability of
your Notebook.
Security Slot
1
CD or DVD Drive
2
CD or DVD Eject Button
3
4
5
6
Right Side Components
Battery Compartment
1
PC Card Eject Button
2
PC Card Slot (Type I, II, or III)
3
4
5
CD or DVD Manual Eject Hole
Diskette Drive
Diskette Eject Button
Headphone Jack
Microphone Jack
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Rear Panel
Rear Components
Modem Port
1
AC Adapter Connector
2
Ethernet Port (optional)
3
Printer/Parallel Port
4
Fan Vent
5
Mouse/Keyboard Connector
6
Video Out Port (optional)
7
External Monitor (VGA) Port
8
USB Ports
9
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Underside Components
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Pop-Up Feet
1
Model and Serial Number
2
Memory Compartment
3
Speaker Bass Ports
4
Modem Compartment
5
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Using Your Notebook
Your Presario Notebook computer is designed for easy set-up,
In This Chapter
Power On!, 3-2
To u c h P a d , 3 - 6
Display Properties, 3-9
Internet Zone Buttons, 3-11
Storage Drives, 3-12
Security, 3-13
use, and upgrading. In this chapter, you’ll become familiar
with your Notebook features.
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Power On!
Plugging and Unplugging AC Power
Thissectionhelpsyouget
your Notebook set up
and running.
• Plugging and
Unplugging AC Power
• Turning Your Notebook
On and Off
• Recovering from a
Locked Programme
• Recovering from a
Locked System
• Using Battery Power
The Getting Started Poster and
the “Government Approvals”
section in the Safety and
Comfort Guide for world-wide
power cord information.
Do’s
• Ensure that you can reach
the electrical outlet easily.
• Unplug the AC adapter
from the electrical outlet
when you want to
disconnect AC power
from your Notebook.
• To unplug from the electrical outlet, grasp the cord by
the plug.
Don’ts
• Do not leave the AC adapter plugged into the electrical
outlet when it is not connected to your Notebook.
• Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange
them so that no one accidentally steps on or trips
over them.
Surge Protectors
Using surge protectors and line conditioners can substantially
reduce the risk of electrical shock and aid in protecting your
Notebook from power-source problems.
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, fire, or damage to
the equipment, do not use
converter kits sold for
appliances to power your
Notebook. Use only the
Compaq adapter that came
with your Notebook or a
Compaq replacement part.
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During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming
into your Notebook can increase and cause data loss or system
damage. Protect your Notebook and peripherals by connecting them to a surge suppresser, which absorbs voltage surges
and prevents them from reaching your Notebook.
Caution: High voltages can enter your Notebook through the
phone line connected to the modem. To protect your Notebook
during electrical storms, use a telephone line surge protector.
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When a charged battery is in
your Notebook, you can simply
unplug it from AC power. Your
Notebook automatically
switches to battery power.
Hibernation is a state of
no-power consumption.
When your Notebook enters
this mode, the contents of
thememoryaresavedto
the hard disk and your
Notebook is powered off.
Why Use AC Power When I’ve Got a Battery?
When you’re not on the road, you’ll want to use your
Notebook’s AC adapter to supply power. This ensures that
the battery is always charged.
When your Notebook does not have a charged battery, you
should save your work and turn off your Notebook before
unplugging it from the AC power supply.
Turning Your Notebook On and Off
To turn on your Notebook,
press the Power
which is located at the top
right of the keyboard.
To turn off your Notebook
properly, complete the
following steps:
1. Save your work and exit all open programmes.
ª button,
You should only press and hold
down the Power
shut down your Notebook if it
is locked up or not responding.
Compaq does not recommend
that you turn off your Notebook
using this method under
normal circumstances. To turn
off your Notebook properly,
refer to the procedure above.
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button to
ª
2. Click the Start button, then click Shut Down, and select
the Shut downoption.
3. Click the OK button. After a few seconds, your Notebook
will turn off.
Note: If your Notebook is not responding, press and hold down the
button until your Notebook shuts down.
ª
Power
Power Button Functionality
When your Notebook is on, pressing the Power ª button
places your Notebook in Hibernation mode. The settings
for the button are as follows:
• Press and release once to enter Hibernation mode
• Press and hold down (about four seconds) to shut down
your Notebook
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Recovering from a Locked Programme
To recover from an unresponsive software programme:
1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. The Close Programme window
displays.
2. Select the programme that is not responding.
3. Click the End Task button. A message displays prompting
you to close the programme that is not responding.
4. Click End Task.
Note: Learn to save your work often. Work that has not been saved may
be lost when a programme or the computer stops responding.
Recovering from a Locked System
Occasionally you may encounter a non-working keyboard or a
frozen screen. To restart your computer:
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1. Press and hold down the Power
ª button for at least four
seconds. This action causes a manual shutdown.
2. Press the Power
ª button once to restart.
If your computer still does not restart:
1. Remove the battery and unplug the AC power for at least
30 seconds.
2. Re-insert the battery or re-connect AC power and press the
Power
ª button once to re-start.
If files were open when the computer locked up, ScanDisk,
a Microsoft Windows utility programme, will automatically
run. ScanDisk will determine if the improper shutdown
caused any errors on the hard drive. Errors may occur if the
Microsoft Windows operating system was not able to close all
files properly before the shutdown. If no errors are found, the
re-start process will continue. If ScanDisk does detect errors,
follow the onscreen instructions to continue the re-start process. Work that was not saved prior to the lockup may be lost.
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Your Notebook contains a
lithium ion or nickel metal
hydride battery pack. Improper
handling of the battery pack
can result in fire and chemical
burns. Do not disassemble,
crush, puncture, short external
contacts, dispose of in water or
fire, or expose it to
temperatures higher than
140 °F (60 °C). Replace only
with the Compaq battery pack
specified for your Notebook.
Using Battery Power
Inserting the Battery
To insert your battery into the
battery compartment, complete
the following steps:
1. Push down 1 on the
battery compartment door
to remove the door.
2. Insert 2 the new battery into the battery compartment with
the label side turned up.
3. Close the battery compartment door by gently pushing up
on the door until it snaps into place.
“Caring for Your Battery”
later in this guide.
The battery charges whether
your Notebook is on or off. It
continues charging until the
battery is fully charged or the
AC power is disconnected.
If you will not be using your
Notebook for an extended
period of time, Compaq
recommends that you unplug
the electrical cord from the
outlet and remove the
battery while your Notebook
is not in use.
Removing the Battery
To remove the battery, complete the following steps:
1. Save your files.
2. If the AC adapter is not connected, turn off your computer.
3. Remove the battery compartment door by sliding it down.
4. Use the tab on the battery to pull the battery out.
Charging the Battery
To charge the battery, insert the battery in
the battery compartment and connect your
Notebook to AC power. Leave your
Notebook plugged into the electrical outlet
until the Battery Charging
longer lit. This ensures that the battery is
fully charged.
LED is no
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