HP Presario 3000EA Quick Start Manual
Notice
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Compaq Presario
First Edition (February 2001)
Part Number 228399-031
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Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Using This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Symbols and Graphics Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Where Can I Find Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Warranty Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Replacing Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Safety and Comfort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Using the My Presario – Learning More Guide on CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
External Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
What’s at the Front? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
What’s at the Back? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Setting Up Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using a Surge Protector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
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Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Registering your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Microsoft product registration key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Setting Up Your Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Shutting Down Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Chapter 3 Using Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Keyboard Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Getting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Keyboard Language Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Keyboard Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Using CD/DVD Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Using Internet Zone Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Using Quick Launch Web Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Assigning the My Program Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Using the Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
To Wake Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Understanding the System Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Cordless Scroll Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Setting Up Your Cordless Scroll Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Making Screen Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Accessing Software and Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
Autoscrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13
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Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Turning on the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Diskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and Combo Drives . . . . . . . . . . .3-15
The Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15
The Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM or Combo Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17
Removing a Disc from a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Playing an Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Playing a DVD Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Creating Your Own CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21
Internet Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Using Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Anti-Virus Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
What is a Virus? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Installing Anti-Virus Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Uninstalling your Anti-Virus Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Scanning for Viruses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Chapter 4 Welcome to the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
What is the Internet? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Get Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Setting up an Internet Service Provider (ISP) Account . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Modems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Surfing the Web. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Searching the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
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Content Advisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Restricting Internet Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Setting Up Outlook Express e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Typing an e-mail Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Understanding e-mail Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Sending an e-mail Using Outlook Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Reading Your Outlook Express e-mail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Advanced e-mail Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Sending an e-mail Attachment in Microsoft Outlook Express . . .4-11
Opening an e-mail Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Enabling and Disabling the Automatic e-mail
Notification Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Chapter 5 Common Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Print Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Using the Menu to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Playing Preinstalled Games on Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Installing Software Downloaded from the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Determining Your Hard Drive Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Chapter 6 Need Some Help? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Helpful Hints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Recovery CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Using the Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM or Combo Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Display (Monitor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Keyboard and Cordless Scroll Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Cordless Scroll Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
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In This Chapter
In This ChapterIn This Chapter
In This Chapter
Introduction
Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq Internet PC,
you have joined the worldwide community of Presario computer
users. After your computer is set up and connected to the
Internet, you can explore vast regions of information,
entertainment, and online services.
This guide is designed to help you to:
➜
Get acquainted with computer features you’ll want to try
during the first few days or weeks.
➜
Keep your computer running smoothly using the tools on
your computer.
➜
Solve problems if they occur.
Using This Guide, 1-2
Symbols and Graphics
Used, 1-3
Where Can I Find
Information, 1-4
Safety and Comfort, 1-5
Using the My Presario –
Learning More Guide on
CD, 1-6
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Using This
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Using This Guide
This guide is designed for both beginners and experienced
computer users.You can read from cover to cover to learn basic
information about your computer or scan the guide for
information on a specific topic.
This chapter shows you how to use this guide and directs you to
other sources of information.
Note: The computer features, components, and the software described
in this guide may differ slightly from those in your Compaq Presario
Internet PC.
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Symbols and
Graphics Used
Warnings and cautions are
displayed to protect you
from injury, your equipment
from damage, and your files
from data loss.
Symbols and Graphics Used
The following words and symbols have special meaning in this
guide and in the CD documentation:
Failure to follow directions
could result in bodily harm or
loss of life.
▲
Caution: Failure to follow directions could result in damage to
equipment or loss of data.
Understanding the background
or concept can help you solve
a problem.
Helpful hints make using your
computer easier and faster.
Another document or another
page in this document has
related information.
Note: Comments or interesting points of information are presented.
Warning
Did you know ...
Tip
See also ...
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Information?
Information is available in
several forms: printed
documents, electronic
documents on the CD that
came with your computer,
and the Compaq Web sites.
Use this guide, together
with the Quick Setup poster,
as your first point of
reference, and then refer to
the following documents:
➜
My Presario – Learning
More Guide (provided
on CD)
➜
Getting Started
Microsoft Windows
manual
➜
Safety and Comfort
Guide
➜
Warranty Certificate
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The Compaq Web site is
available worldwide. As you
explore the Internet, go to the
following address for
information about products,
services, and “cool” activities:
www.compaq.com
You may also prefer to consult
your local Web site in your
own language.
Did you know ...
Where Can I Find Information
Warranty Certificate
The warranty details the Compaq commitment to repair or
replace parts during the warranty period, and it lists important
Compaq Service and Support telephone numbers.
Note: In the event of a mechanical problem, contact Compaq, not the
retailer that sold you the computer.
Keep the warranty in a safe place for future reference.
Replacing Parts
The Easy Access design of your Internet PC allows you to
access internal components – in most cases, without using any
tools.
The My Presario – Learning More Guide on the CD provided in
the box describes procedures for upgrading and replacing
computer components. If you experience a problem and you are
unable to resolve the issue after referring to this guide and the
other documents on CD, contact Compaq Technical Support.
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Safety and
Comfort
Your computer is an
electrical device. Treat it
with care to avoid personal
injury and damage to the
equipment.
To reduce the risk of electric
shock and damage to the
equipment, read the Safety and
Comfort Guide before
performing any procedures
involving the internal
components of your computer.
During an electrical storm,
disconnect your computer (and
all peripherals) from the power
source. After shutting down
your computer, turn off the
power button on the surge
protector.
Warning
Did you know ...
Safety and Comfort
The Safety and Comfort Guide included with your PC provides
detailed advice on Safety and Comfort issues such as how to:
➜
Set up your work area for maximum comfort.
➜
Practise good posture, hand position, work habits, and health
habits while using your computer.
➜
Use a grounding plug to prevent electrical shorts, shocks, or
fires.
➜
Use a surge protector to regulate the flow of electricity to the
computer, modem, and all peripherals, such as a printer,
speakers, and monitor.
➜
Become static-free before removing the side panel.
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Using the My Presario – Learning More Guide on CD
Follow these procedures to navigate through the My Presario –
Learning More Guide on CD:
1. Press the Eject button on the front of the drive.
2. Place the CD, label side up, into the round tray area and press
onto the centre spindle. Push the tray back into the drive.
3. The My Presario – Learning More Guide on CD will start
automatically.
4. The screen displays the file
hierarchy in the navigation
panel on the left 1 and the
contents on the right 2.
Note: Click the Plus + sign next
to a topic in the left panel to
display subtopics
5. Click the topic you want to view. The screen displays the
topic you selected.
Note: If necessary, use the scroll bars or the scroll mouse to view the
entire page. Scrolling allows you to move right left, up, or down the
page.
6. To view additional topics, click topics from the navigation
panel 1.
Note: You can click the
Show/Hide
button to close the navigation
panel and enlarge the contents panel.
7. After you finish, click the word Exit (a hyperlink) in the
lower right corner of the screen or click the Close
button
in the upper right corner of the screen (on the title bar).
Using the
My Presario –
Learning More
Guide on CD
This CD has information on
the following topics:
➜
Advanced features of
your computer
➜
Solving computer
problems
➜
Safety and Comfort
➜
Compaq Service and
Support
➜
Government regulatory
information
Electronic documents often
have hyperlinks to help you
find information quickly. When
you pass the cursor over a
hyperlink, a small hand symbol
is displayed. When you click a
hyperlink, it jumps to the
referenced page. Hyperlinks
are represented by navigation
buttons, coloured text, and
images.
Did you know ...
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In This Chapter
In This ChapterIn This Chapter
In This Chapter
Setting
Up Your
Computer
External Features, 2-2
Setting Up Your Computer,
2-3
Registration, 2-5
Setting Up Your Printer,
2-6
Shutting Down Your
Computer, 2-7
Your Internet PC is designed for complete ease of use – from
setting up to adding new components. It was also designed to
allow the option of using it as a Desktop PC or Slim Tower PC,
whichever suits your needs. This chapter introduces you to the
internal and external features of your computer.
Note: Illustrations and features shown may differ slightly from your computer.
All descriptions in this reference refer to the tower position, i.e. having your
PC in the upright position.
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External
Features
Before you begin, you’ll
want to become familiar
with the components of
your Compaq Presario.
Some components, such as the
keyboard and mouse, have
colour-coded connectors that
match the ports on the back of
your computer.
Always make sure you follow
the colour coding of the
connectors and ports, and
icons on the back of the PC.
Tip
External Features
What’s at the Front?
1 Power button
2 CD-ROM, CD-RW, or
DVD-ROM drive
3 Disk drive
4 Two USB ports for
connecting peripheral
devices, such as gamepads,
joysticks, and video cameras
What’s at the Back?
1 Modem port
for
connecting to a phone line
2 Microphone port
3 Audio In / Audio Out
4 Monitor port
5 Serial port for connecting a
serial device
6 PS2 ports for connecting a
keyboard or mouse
7 A/C Power port
8 USB ports for connecting an
Internet keyboard, mouse, or
other USB device
9 Parallel port for connecting a
peripheral device such as a
printer
- Ethernet (NIC) port for connecting to an Ethernet network
(if equipped)
Note: Connectors or ports may vary depending on different model releases.
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Setting Up
Your Computer
It’s a good idea to purchase a
surge protector to protect your
computer from electrical
spikes and power surges.
The Quick Set-Up poster that
came with your computer is a
visual guide to setting up your
computer.
If you have home networking
refer to the section on
Connecting Computers in the
Learning More Guide for
instructions on connecting
your phone lines.
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Tip
Setting Up Your Computer
Follow these steps to set up your computer:
Note: Do not set up the printer until your computer has been
set up.
1. Connect the monitor
according to the colour
coding, icons, and the
instructions from the
monitor manufacturer.
2. Connect the speaker cable
and microphone cable
(if applicable).
3. Connect the power cable.
4. Connect the mouse receiver
to the PS2 port, or one of
the USB ports.
5. Connect the keyboard to the
USB port at the back of the unit.
6. Connect the telephone cable
between the Modem Line In
port
and the wall outlet.
7. Plug the monitor and computer power cables into the wall
outlet or surge protector.
8. Turn on the monitor, and then press the Power button to turn
on your computer.
Note: If you are setting up your computer for the first time, follow the
on-screen instructions to register both your operating system and your
computer. The next topics discuss the registration process.
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Using a Surge Protector
It is recommended that you
plug your monitor, computer,
and printer into a surge
protector. A surge protector can
protect your computer from
power dips and surges and also
from electrical storms. You can
purchase a surge protector from
your local retailer.
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Registration
The first time you turn on
your computer, you will be
guided through the
registration process before
accessing the Windows
desktop. It is very important
that you register Windows
with Microsoft.
Registration activates the
warranties by entering your
serial numbers in the
manufacturers’ databases.
Anytime you install new
software or hardware, be sure
to register it with the
manufacturer to activate the
warranty.
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Registration
Registering your PC
To register the Windows operating system with Microsoft,
follow the on-screen instructions. After entering the appropriate
information on each screen, click the Next button to move to the
next screen.
Registering with Microsoft enables you to receive technical
support for the Windows operating system, software updates,
and notices about new Microsoft products.
Microsoft product registration key
If you ever need the Microsoft Product key, you can find this on
the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity (COA) sticker on the
side or back of your PC.
This number is important, as it is required to access your
Windows Operating System for the first time. It may also be
required if you restore the software to its original factory
condition.
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Setting Up Your Printer
After setting up and registering your computer, you are ready to
set up your printer. Complete the following steps:
1. Set up your computer and complete the registration
procedures, described on previous pages.
2. Set up the printer according to the printer manufacturer’s
instructions.
3. Connect the printer to the back of your computer according
to the icons.
4. Turn on your computer.
5. Turn on the printer.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions. If prompted, insert the
printer setup disk that contains the printer drivers.
Setting Up
Your Printer
If you have purchased a
printer with your computer,
you can print any document
from the Documentation
CD, your e-mail, Web sites,
or Word Processing
applications.
Compaq registration must be
complete before you plug in
your printer and run the
printer setup Disk.
Most new computers have a
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
port for printers that use the
latest technology. Older
printers, which plug into a
parallel port, cannot be
connected to a USB port.
Examples of a USB plug
1
and a parallel plug
2
are
illustrated opposite.
Note: Location and style of
connectors may vary by model.
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Shutting Down Your Computer
1. Click the Start button on the Windows desktop.
2. Click Shut Down on the Start menu.
3. Select Shut down.
4. Click OK.
If Your System Does Not Respond (Locks Up)
Press the Start/Reset button on the computer for 4 seconds.
▲
Caution: Use this method of shutdown only in the event of a system
lockup because it causes Windows to run ScanDisk and you will lose
any unsaved data.
Shutting Down
Your Computer
If the system stops
responding (locks up), or if
you need to shut down your
computer to upgrade or
replace components, you
must shut down your
computer completely.
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In This Chapter
In This ChapterIn This Chapter
In This Chapter
Using Your
Computer
Keyboard Basics, 3-2
Keyboard Buttons, 3-4
Cordless Scroll Mouse,
3-11
Speakers, 3-14
Diskette, Hard Drive,
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and
Combo Drives, 3-15
Internet Video Camera,
3-22
Anti-Virus Software, 3-23
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In this chapter, you learn about the following easy-to-use
features of your computer:
➜
Keyboard – Become
familiar with the keyboard
and all its capabilities,
including one-touch access
to the Internet.
➜
Cordless Scroll Mouse –
See how easy it is to use the
cordless scroll mouse, and
learn shortcuts to save time.
➜
Speakers – Enjoy the
experience of high-quality sound with your computer.
➜
Hard Drive, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and Combo Drives –
Use the various drives to listen to your favourite CDs or to
watch movies.
➜
Internet Video Camera – Understand the many capabilities
of an Internet video camera. (On selected models only.)
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Keyboard Basics
The standard keys perform
the following functions:
➜
Main keys are the
typewriter-style keys.
➜
Function keys are the
F1 to F12 keys. Two of
these keys are active
even without a program
running. F1 allows you
to get help on Windowsrelated topics. F3 allows
you to search for files or
folders.
➜
Arrow keys can be
used for games and to
navigate in a document
or Web site. These keys
allow you to move left,
right, up, and down,
using the keyboard
instead of the mouse.
➜
Numeric keys work like
a calculator keypad.
➜
Caps Lock allows you
to change the case of
text to appear as
capitalised letters.
➜
Num Lock allows you
to set the numeric
keypad to type numbers.
Keyboard Basics
Getting to Know the Standard
Keyboard Keys
Some keys have special functions when used alone or combined
with other keys. These functions vary depending on the program
you are using.
Note: Style of keyboard may vary.
No. Description
1
Main Keys
2
Function Keys
3
Arrow Keys
4
Numeric Keys
5
Caps Lock Key
6
Num Lock Key
6
5
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Keyboard Language Setting
Your keyboard is set to a language default. To change the
language setting of your keyboard:
1. On the Windows taskbar, click on Start, Setting, Control
Panel.
2. Double-click on the Keyboard icon.
3. Click on the Language tab and choose your language from
the selection in the language window, or click on Add to
choose a language setting of your choice.
4. Click on Set as Default and then Apply to activate the
setting.
5. The change in setting will take effect the next time you enter
Windows.
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Keyboard
Buttons
The keyboard buttons make
many functions easier and
faster, such as:
➜
Accessing the Internet
➜
Using your favourite
software
➜
Listening to your
favourite CDs
➜
Watching DVD movies
➜
Sending an e-mail
Keyboard Buttons
The keyboard buttons are shown in the following illustration.
They are discussed in detail on the following pages.
Note: Buttons can vary by model and region.
No. Button No. Description
1
CD/DVD Control Buttons
5
Volume/Mute Buttons
2
Internet Zone Buttons
6
Sleep Button
3
Help Button
7
LED Status Lights
4
My Program Button
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The CD/DVD control
buttons provide a quick and
easy way to play a CD or a
DVD movie at the touch of
a button.
Many CDs begin playing
automatically when inserted
into the drive. Refer to
“Playing an Audio CD” in
this chapter to play a CD.
Refer to “Adjusting the
Volume” in this chapter to
adjust the volume when
playing a CD or a DVD.
See also ...
Using CD/DVD Control Buttons
Note: Buttons may vary by model.
No. Description No. Description
1
Play/Pause starts or
pauses a CD or DVD.
4
Stop ends CD or DVD play,
rewind, and fast forward
functions.
2
Rewind/Previous Track
skips to the previous track.
5
Eject/Load CD ejects or loads
the CD or DVD.
3
Fast Forward/Next Track
skips to the next track.
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