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Table of Contents

Finding Answers to Commonly Asked Questions............................ 1

Setting Up Your PC......................................................................... 3

Putting Your PC Together................................................................................3

Setting up for safety and comfort ................................................................3

Connecting to the PC ................................................................................ 4

Turning on Your PC for the First Time ...............................................................5

Setting Up and Connecting to Your Internet Account ......................................... 5

Installing Software and Hardware Devices.......................................................6

Transferring your old PC information and files to your new PC .......................7

Making recovery discs ..............................................................................7

Registering Your PC ......................................................................................7

Using Desktop Icons...................................................................................... 8

Using Compaq Organise software..............................................................8

Using PC Help & Tools ..............................................................................9

Using the Keyboard..................................................................... 11

Using the Internet Keyboards .......................................................................11

Using the Standard Keyboard ......................................................................13

Using the Wireless Keyboard Set..................................................................14

Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons ............................................................14

Customising the keyboard buttons.............................................................19

Getting Help ................................................................................ 21

Recovering from Software Problems ..............................................................21

Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center................................................21

Using Instant Support ..................................................................................22

Using Compaq Connections ........................................................................22

Getting messages ...................................................................................22

Turning off messages...............................................................................23

Re-enabling messages .............................................................................23

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Finding Online Guides................................................................................23

Finding Web Sites about your PC................................................................. 24

Finding More Help .....................................................................................24

Using the HP Personal Media Drive.............................................. 25

Connecting the Drive .................................................................................. 25

Inserting the Drive....................................................................................... 27

Locating the Drive and Assigning a Drive Letter.............................................. 27

Using the Drive ..........................................................................................28

Disconnecting the Drive............................................................................... 29

Working with Sound, Pictures and Video ..................................... 31

Using Speakers .......................................................................................... 31

Setting up 3-connector sound ................................................................... 32

Configuring multichannel audio output for the DVD player ..........................33

Setting up 6-connector sound ................................................................... 34

Using the Sound Effect Manager (6-connector)...........................................37

Working with Digital Images........................................................................ 39

Introducing the memory card reader ......................................................... 39

Using a TV as a Monitor .............................................................................41

Identifying cables you may need .............................................................. 41

Connecting to a TV set ............................................................................41

Viewing the PC image on your TV screen .................................................. 42

Disabling the TV option ........................................................................... 44

Disconnecting the TV............................................................................... 46

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Playing CDs and DVDs ................................................................. 47

Playing Music CDs with iTunes.....................................................................47

Playing CDs and DVDs with Windows Media Player ...................................... 48

Playing DVD Movies with InterVideo WinDVD ............................................... 48

Using country/region codes .................................................................... 50

Playing Video CDs (VCD) with InterVideo WinDVD ........................................ 50

Playing Video CDs (VCD) with Windows Media Player 9................................ 51

Creating (Burning) CDs and DVDs................................................. 53

Creating (Burning) Music CDs with iTunes ..................................................... 54

Creating (Burning) Music CDs with Windows Media Player ............................54

Creating (Burning) Data CDs Using Windows XP ........................................... 55

Creating (Burning) CDs with RecordNow! .....................................................55

Creating Music CDs with RecordNow!..........................................................56

Creating CDs to Play in Your Car or Home CD Players with RecordNow! .........56

Creating CDs to Play on Your PC.................................................................. 57

Creating a Music CD ..................................................................................57

Storing Files on a DVD or CD.......................................................................58

Storing Data Files on Disc............................................................................ 59

Copying a DVD or CD ................................................................................60

Erasing a DVD or CD..................................................................................60

Removing Files in RecordNow!.....................................................................61

Removing Files from a Recorded Data Disc....................................................61

Archiving Files on a DVD or CD ................................................................... 61

Creating an Image File................................................................................62

Saving an Image ........................................................................................62

Burning an Image .......................................................................................62

Recording Video Files .................................................................................63

Using Disc Labels .......................................................................................63

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs for the PC ......................................................63

Setting Automatic Recording Options............................................................63

Using Compatibility Information ...................................................................64

Identifying Compatible File Formats ..............................................................65

Using the Disc Quick Reference Tables ..........................................................65

Using double-layer DVD+R discs...............................................................65

Using DVD+R discs .................................................................................65

Using DVD+RW discs..............................................................................66

Using CD-R discs ....................................................................................66

Using CD-RW discs.................................................................................66

Using the Software Quick Reference Table.....................................................68

Creating DVD Movies ................................................................... 71

Getting Started...........................................................................................71

Using the Preview Window..........................................................................72

Using the Media Library ..............................................................................72

Using the Storyboard ..................................................................................72

Identifying Requirements for Capturing Video.................................................72

Capturing Digital Camcorder Video..............................................................73

Capturing Web Camera Video.....................................................................73

Capturing Analogue Video ..........................................................................74

Capturing a Still Image ...............................................................................74

Editing Video Files in WinDVD Creator .........................................................74

Adding Images...........................................................................................75

Adding Audio Effects ..................................................................................76

Adding Transition Effects .............................................................................76

Adding Title Effects .....................................................................................76

Adding Video Filters ...................................................................................76

Adding a Menu..........................................................................................77

Making a Movie.........................................................................................77

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Recording VHS Video Files Direct to DVD......................................................78

Converting Recorded TV to MPEG-2 Format (Europe only)...............................78

Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 79

Index........................................................................................... 91

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Finding Answers to Commonly Asked
Questions

In this Getting Started Guide, you can find answers to questions about the
following topics:

• Turning on the PC, page 5

• Registering your PC, page 7

• Transferring information to your new PC, page 7

• Using desktop icons, page 8

• Customising special buttons on the keyboard, page 19

• Connecting to the Internet, page 5

• Connecting to a TV, page 41

• Getting digital pictures onto your PC, page 39

• Playing a music CD, page 47

• Watching a DVD movie, page 48

• Creating a CD, page 53

• Creating a DVD, page 71

• Finding help if something doesn’t work, page 79

NOTE: This guide contains details on options that may not be included with your

PC. Your PC may look different from the illustrations in this guide. The monitor and
the speakers may be sold separately. Speakers may be included with the monitor
(select models only).

Finding Answers to Commonly Asked Questions

1

2 Getting Started Guide

Setting Up Your PC

WARNING: Please read “Safety Information” in the Warranty and
Support Guide before installing and connecting your PC to the
electrical power system.

Putting Your PC Together

Follow the steps on the quick setup poster to set up your PC.

Look in the PC box for printed details or updates regarding your model PC.

When placing your PC, consider an ergonomic arrangement of the PC and your
work area to maintain your comfort and productivity. Refer to “Setting up for
safety and comfort” on page 3.

WARNING: The power supply is pre-set for the country/region in
which you purchased your PC. If you move, please check the
voltage requirements before plugging your PC into an AC power
socket.

Setting up for safety and comfort

After assembling your PC, but before you begin using it, arrange the PC and your
work area to maintain your comfort and productivity. Refer to the Safety &
Comfort Guide for important ergonomic information.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety &
Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and
health and work habits for computer users. It also provides
important electrical and mechanical safety information.

Setting Up Your PC

3

Your PC features and
connector positions
may vary.

To view the Safety & Comfort Guide:

• Click Start, choose All Programs, choose PC Help & Tools, and then click

Safety & Comfort Guide.

Or

• Type

http://www.compaq.com/ergo/

into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

Connecting to the PC

Connect your main hardware devices like the monitor, keyboard and mouse at the
back of the PC. Other peripheral devices like a printer, scanner, camera or other
equipment also plug into connectors on the back of your computer. Some PC
models also have connectors on the front of the PC.

Connector
symbol

Description

Mouse (PS/2)

Keyboard (PS/2)

Universal Serial Bus (USB) for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or
other devices with USB connectors

serial

OUT

IN

Printer (parallel)

Monitor

Serial port for some digital cameras or other serial devices

Audio Line Out (powered speakers)

Audio Line In

Headphones

Microphone

®

(IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast

FireWire
transfer rates

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Turning on Your PC for the First Time

After you have completed the steps on the quick setup poster, you are ready to
turn on your PC.

1 Press the Power button on the monitor.
2 Press the On button on the front of the PC.
3 Turn on the speakers, if they are present.
4 Click an option to select your language (if applicable for your model). Click

OK and then confirm your selection by clicking Yes. Wait until the PC makes

preparations. (It may take up to 30 minutes to set up the language on the PC.)

5 Set up Microsoft

®

Windows® by following the onscreen instructions.

6 Double-click the large Internet Access icon on your desktop, if it is present.

Wait until the PC displays the Easy Internet Sign-up window, and then follow
the onscreen instructions.

7 Register your PC; see “Registering Your PC” on page 7.

Setting Up and Connecting to Your
Internet Account

Before you can connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an Internet
Service Provider (ISP). Compaq has made arrangements with leading ISPs to
help you sign up for Internet service using Easy Internet Sign-up (available on
select models only).

NOTE: However, you may choose any other ISP of your choice, or transfer your

existing ISP account to this PC.

Use Easy Internet Sign-up to sign up for a new or an existing ISP account. The
software programs for available ISPs are part of your PC. If you decide to
subscribe to high-speed broadband (cable or DSL), contact your ISP for any
specific software and hardware you may need.

1 Make sure the modem or other Internet access cable is connected.

NOTE: Easy Internet Sign-up finds and obtains updated information about

services by connecting to the Internet. The PC uses either the PC modem
connected to an active telephone service line or an active broadband (cable
or DSL) connection.

Setting Up Your PC

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2 Choose an ISP using Easy Internet Sign-up. To open Easy Internet Sign-up:

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

Or

Click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, choose Online
Services, and then click Easy Internet Sign-up.

b Follow the onscreen instructions.

The folder called Online Services includes icons for accessing various

NOTE:

online services, but they may not be present in all countries/regions.

3 Connect to your ISP and the Internet.

Use one of these methods:

• Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop.

Or

• Press the Connect (or Internet) button on the keyboard (select

models only).

Or

• If your PC is always connected to your ISP, open your browser program,

such as Internet Explorer: Click Start, choose All Programs, choose
Online Services, and click Internet Explorer.

NOTE: If you are using MSN or AOL, and have questions, contact the ISP

directly.

Installing Software and Hardware Devices

After you turn on the PC the first time, you can install any software programs that
came on CDs or DVDs included in the PC box (select models only).

You may wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices on
your PC. Before installation, make a restore point using the Microsoft System
Restore program; refer to “Recovering from Software Problems” in the Warranty
and Support Guide. Restart the PC after installation.

Choose software that is compatible with your PC — check the operating system,
memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for compatibility with
your PC.

NOTE: Only use original licensed software. Installing copied software may be

illegal or may infect your PC with a virus.

Install the new software according to the directions provided by the software
manufacturer. Check the manufacturer’s documentation or customer service
information for help if you need it.

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Transferring your old PC information and files
to your new PC

See the built-in Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center; search for transfer
wizard, and select the overview article, Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
overview. This information describes a Microsoft solution for moving your files

onto your new PC.

Or, as an alternative, double-click the PC Tune Up & Repair icon (select
models only) in the Help and Support Center, and review the products and
services offered under Backup Data.

Making recovery discs

Now is a good time to make your recovery discs. Refer to the Warranty and
Support Guide for instructions and more information.

Registering Your PC

Registration is quick and easy, and it offers you access to subscriptions and
notifications such as:

• E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most

recent support alerts and driver updates specific to the products you own.

• The HP newsgram, our monthly online magazine packed full of product news,

support tips, project ideas, and much more. Visit
http://subscription.support.hp.com

NOTE: You can view your PC product number, model number, and serial number,

by pressing the Ctrl, Alt and S keys on the keyboard at the same time.

To register your PC:

• Click the Register with Compaq icon on the desktop. When you

use the desktop icon, the PC automatically fills in the PC product
number, model number and serial number for you.

Or

• Go to http://register.hp.com

Setting Up Your PC

7

Using Desktop Icons

The desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need.

Icon Opens Use it to

Help and Support (select
models only)

Easy Internet Sign-up Set up a new or an existing Internet

Software Repair Wizard
(select models only)

Register with Compaq Register both your Compaq PC and

Compaq Organise (select
models only)

View onscreen Help information
about your PC.

account.

Repair software problems with
programs, printers, or peripherals
that stop working, or resolve erratic
PC behaviour; repair options include
using Application or System
Recovery.

all your Compaq products.

Organise your PC shortcuts and your
favourite Internet destination links.

Using Compaq Organise software

Compaq Organise software (select models only) is a desktop tool you use to
organise both your PC shortcuts and your favourite Internet destination links. You
use it to organise the important things you do on the PC and the Internet, and to
arrange them the way you want. Compaq Organise makes all your information
available with just a few mouse clicks.

Compaq Organise looks like a window with multiple category frames. Each
category has links to Internet destinations or shortcuts to software programs or files
on your PC. Use the player area for viewing pictures, for listening to your MP3
music files stored on your computer, or for watching video clips. For searching,
there is a search bar at the top of Compaq Organise where you can select the
search engine you want to use.

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To open Compaq Organise:

Double-click the desktop icon.

Or

1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Choose All Programs.
3 Click Compaq Organise.

Using PC Help & Tools

The PC Help & Tools folder (select models only) in the All Programs menu contains
special utilities for PC owners. This folder also contains any onscreen guides
included with your PC.

To see the items in the PC Help & Tools folder:

1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Choose All Programs.
3 Choose PC Help & Tools.
4 Click an item to view it or use it.

NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in PC Help & Tools, your PC has no

onscreen guides.

Setting Up Your PC

9

10 Getting Started Guide

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has an arrangement of standard keys, indicator lights and special
buttons (select models only). Locate your keyboard among the following
illustrations, and read the feature list for it. Your keyboard may vary from the
illustrations.

Using the Internet Keyboards

Internet keyboards may connect directly to your PC or may be wireless.
(See ”Using the Wireless Keyboard Set” on page 14 for a description of the
wireless set.)

Some keyboards do not have the Internet buttons shown here at the top of the
keyboard, and some use a different layout on the top right.

Find your keyboard among the following illustrations to read about its features.

Using the Keyboard

11

Internet keyboard 1

This keyboard enables you to:

• Adjust speaker volume.

• Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account).

• Search for information on the Internet.

• Place the PC into standby mode to save power.

• Start, pause, and stop playing a CD or DVD; skip to the previous or next track;

record; and eject the disc tray (for two drives).

• Mute speaker sound.

• Customise the buttons to open programs, and connect to Internet Web sites.

• Get support information.

• Find a file or program on the hard disk drive.

Internet keyboard 2

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This keyboard enables you to:

• Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account).

• Search for information on the Internet.

• Customise the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites.

• Get support information.

Internet keyboard 3

connect

search

e-mail

club

This keyboard enables you to:

• Adjust speaker volume.

• Customise the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites.

• Search for information on the Internet.

• Find a file or program on the hard disk drive.

• Open a calculator.

• Place the PC into standby mode to save power.

• Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account).

• Mute speaker sound.

• Get support information.

LEDs, light emitting
diodes, are lights used
to indicate status.

A The lights (LEDs) turn

on to indicate (left to
right) the number lock
on, the capitals lock
on, and the scroll
lock on.

B The plus (+) and

minus (–) buttons
adjust the speaker
volume.

C The moon icon

button
PC into standby mode
or wakes the PC from
standby mode.

places the

Using the Standard Keyboard

This keyboard enables you to:

• Adjust speaker volume.

• Place the PC into standby mode to save power.

AB

C

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A Wireless receiver
B Wireless keyboard
C Wireless mouse

Using the Wireless Keyboard Set

A wireless keyboard (B) uses a receiver/transmitter unit (A), instead of a
connector cable, to communicate with your PC. The wireless keyboard, mouse (C),
and receiver set is available with select models only.

A Number lock on
B Capitals lock on
C Scroll lock on
D Receiver activity

A light (D) on the receiver indicates receiver activity.

Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons

There are special buttons (select models only) at the top of the keyboard. (Some
models have some of these special buttons on the left side of the main keys.) These
buttons operate a CD or DVD player, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick
access to specific functions.

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Internet keyboard 1

NOTE: The number, location, and labelling of buttons vary by keyboard model.

Figure
key

A

B

C Compaq Compaq Links to Compaq Web site.

D

E

F

G

Icon

Feature

Standby Puts PC into power-saving mode (screen is blank but PC is still on). To

User Switches between the PC users.

Help Opens the Help and Support Center.

My Pictures Opens an imaging software program. Can be reconfigured.

Music Starts iTunes or Windows Media Player. Can be reconfigured.

Video Opens video software program. Can be reconfigured.

Description

make screen reappear, press the Esc key, or press standby again. May
take 10–30 seconds before screen reappears.

Using the Keyboard

15

Figure
key

Icon

H

K

M

N

P

R

S

T See figure

following table

V

W

a Open and close disc

tray(s)

b Record
c Play or pause
d Stop
e Skip to the previous

track

f Skip to the next track

Feature

Description

Shopping

Sports

Finance

Connect

Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open a site or
software program.

Search

Chat

E-Mail

Media controls

Operates CD or DVD player.

(CD/DVD/MP3)
Volume control

(Volume knob or
Volume Up and
Volume Down
buttons)

Volume knob: Increases speaker volume when turned clockwise and
decreases volume when turned anticlockwise. It can be turned
indefinitely, even after maximum sound has been reached.

Volume Up and Down buttons: Press the Volume Up button to
increase volume and the Volume Down button to decrease volume.

Mute Turns speaker sound on and off.

Media control keys

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NOTE: The number, location, and labelling of buttons vary by keyboard model.

Internet keyboard 2

Figure
Key

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

Icon Feature

Internet

Help Takes you to the Help and Support Center.

Search

E-Mail Starts your e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.

Offers

Entertainment

My Presario

Shopping

Description

Connects you to a customisable Web page filled with local weather, news, sports,
and financial information. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.

Opens a Web site that helps you locate information on the Internet. Can be
reconfigured to open a site or software program.

Launches an online community experience with chat, discussion boards, clubs, and
more. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.

Connects you to the world of entertainment, featuring music downloads, streaming
video, Webcasts, entertainment news, and reviews.

Takes you to the My Presario Club Web site, featuring a variety of discounts,
promotions, and how-to information.

Provides a connection to your PC store. Can be reconfigured to open a site or
software program.

Using the Keyboard

17

Internet keyboard 3

Figure
key

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

K

Icon

Feature

Standby

Connect

Search

E-Mail

Compaq Links to Compaq Web site.

Help Opens the Help and Support Center.

Calculator Opens the calculator. Can be reconfigured.

Volume Adjusts volume.

Mute Mutes sound.

Description

Puts PC into power-saving mode (screen is blank but PC is still on). To
make screen reappear, press the Esc key, or press standby again. May
take 10–30 seconds before screen reappears.

Goes to a Web site. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software
program.

Opens a Web site that helps you locate information on the Internet.
Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.

Starts your e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open a site or
software program.

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Customising the keyboard buttons

You can customise some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models
only) to open different programs or files, or to connect to favorite Web sites:

1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Choose Control Panel.
3 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present.
4 Double-click Keyboard.
5 On the Buttons tab, double-click the button you want to change.
6 For the Button configuration, click the down-arrow to the right of the list and

choose the button capability, such as Simple web page with label.

7 Enter a display label and the address information. For a Web page, enter

the URL.

8 Click OK.

9 On the Buttons tab, click Apply.
10 Repeat steps 5 to 9 for each button you want to customise.
11 Click OK to finish.

NOTE: Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the

Internet buttons to the factory settings.

Using the Keyboard

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Getting Help

Recovering from Software Problems

The PC uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal
operation. If your PC works improperly or stops because of the software, you may
be able to repair it by restarting the PC, using System Restore, or using other
methods including the system recovery programs.

You need recovery discs (CDs or DVDs) for some repairs that use the Compaq
Application Recovery program or the Compaq System Recovery programs. Now
is a good time to make your recovery discs.

For instructions on making recovery discs, repairing and recovering your software,
and more information, refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with
your PC.

Using the Onscreen Help and
Support Center

Information about your PC is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select
models only). Here you can find links to driver updates, access to technical
support options, and information about commonly asked questions.

To open the Help and Support Center:

1 Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard.

Or

Click Start on the taskbar and choose Help and Support.

2 Click Presario PC help.

Getting Help

21

Using Instant Support

When you need assistance to solve a PC-related problem, use Instant Support
(select models only). With Instant Support you can run tests or submit a problem
for help over the Internet. When you submit a problem, you communicate over the
Internet with a Support analyst who works with you on solving the problem.

To start Instant Support:

1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Click Help and Support.
3 Click Connect to Customer Support.
4 Click Start a New Request.
5 Follow the onscreen instructions to run a test or submit a problem. (Your PC must

be connected to the Internet to submit a request.)

Using Compaq Connections

Compaq Connections (select models only) is an Internet-based service that brings
you important information for your PC:

• Product notices

• System updates

• Tips

• Special offers for your PC

Messages arrive while you’re connected to the Internet, and may display an alert
or a notice on your desktop. View messages as they arrive, or read them later.

Most Support updates delivered by Compaq Connections messages are also
available to you through the Support Web site under the information for your PC
model.

Getting messages

After you view or close a message, it will not automatically display again.

To read a previously received message, open Compaq Connections:

1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Choose All Programs.
3 Choose PC Help & Tools.
4 Choose Compaq Connections.
5 Click Compaq Connections again.

Compaq Connections opens and lists the message titles. To read a message,
double-click the message title in the window. You can close this window, and
Compaq Connections remains active.

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Turning off messages

NOTE: You cannot receive Compaq Connections messages, including important

Support messages that may be critical to the operation of your PC, while the
service is off.

To turn off the Compaq Connections Service:

1 Click Start on the taskbar.

2 Choose All Programs.

3 Choose PC Help & Tools.

4 Choose Compaq Connections.

5 Click Disable Compaq Connections.

The service is turned off until you re-enable it.

Re-enabling messages

When you re-enable the Compaq Connections Service, the service runs whenever
you are connected to the Internet, and you automatically receive messages as they
become available.

To turn on the service:

Double-click the Re-enable Compaq Connections icon on the desktop.

Or

1 Click Start on the taskbar.

2 Choose All Programs.

3 Choose PC Help & Tools.

4 Choose Compaq Connections.

5 Click Re-enable Compaq Connections.

Finding Online Guides

You can find online guides and information for your PC.

To view online manuals for your PC, go to the Support Web address listed in
the Warranty and Support Guide and search for your product name and number.
The product number is on the lower front of the PC chassis or inside the CD
storage area.

NOTE: Online manuals are associated with specific PC model numbers. Some

models do not have online manuals.

Getting Help

23

Finding Web Sites about your PC

Use the Web site addresses listed in the Warranty and Support Guide for:

• Information about your PC.

• Your technical support needs.

Type these Web site addresses into the address box of your Internet browser, and
then press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Finding More Help

If you need additional help, see the Warranty and Support Guide that came with
your PC.

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