Compaq Personal Computer S0000 8000 User Manual
Compaq Presario  
S0000 / 8000 Series Computers  
User’s Guide  
System Recovery  
If you need to restore the original software on your PC, Compaq has  
provided a convenient solution right on your hard drive.  
We call this part of your hard drive the “recovery partition.” The recovery  
partition takes up some space on your hard drive.  
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No more hunting for lost CDs  
Easy to use — simple one-button launch — no need to wait by the PC  
loading CDs  
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Get up and running faster — your PC can recover the information  
directly from the hard drive more quickly  
If you want a set of recovery CDs, you can create them from this recovery  
partition using the Recovery CD/DVD Creator application (select models  
only).  
See the chapter “Using Application Recovery and System Recovery” for  
complete instructions.  
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table of contents  
finding answers to commonly asked questions .............................. 1  
safety information.........................................................................................2  
setting up your pc .......................................................................... 3  
putting your pc together ................................................................................3  
safety and comfort....................................................................................4  
pc back...................................................................................................5  
pc front....................................................................................................7  
connecting the modem ..................................................................................7  
upgrading your 56k modem ......................................................................9  
setting up the ethernet connection...................................................................9  
turning on your pc for the first time ...............................................................10  
registering your pc......................................................................................11  
turning off the pc ........................................................................................11  
standby mode ........................................................................................12  
hibernation mode ...................................................................................13  
automatic standby or hibernation .............................................................13  
making recovery cds/dvds ..........................................................................14  
installing software and hardware devices......................................................14  
transferring your old pc information and files to your new pc.......................14  
learning the basics....................................................................... 15  
beginning to use your software ....................................................................15  
using the desktop........................................................................................16  
using the start menu ................................................................................16  
using compaq organize software..............................................................17  
learning to use your pc............................................................................17  
using the all programs menu ....................................................................18  
organizing your all programs list..............................................................18  
using pc help & tools...............................................................................19  
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using the mouse .........................................................................................19  
scrolling ................................................................................................20  
autoscrolling ..........................................................................................20  
panning ................................................................................................20  
switching mouse button functions..............................................................21  
changing mouse pointer speed.................................................................21  
using the keyboard.....................................................................................21  
about your keyboard ..............................................................................21  
wireless keyboard set..............................................................................23  
standard keyboard features .....................................................................24  
customizing the buttons ...........................................................................30  
adjusting the monitor ..................................................................................30  
using a printer............................................................................................31  
using the internet ......................................................................... 33  
about the internet .......................................................................................33  
setting up your internet account....................................................................35  
signing up for a new or an existing isp account using  
easy internet sign-up ...............................................................................36  
using a browser .........................................................................................37  
searching the internet..................................................................................37  
restricting internet content............................................................................38  
sending and receiving e-mail .......................................................................39  
if using outlook express...........................................................................39  
if your isp provides the e-mail program .....................................................40  
getting help.................................................................................. 41  
help and support center ..............................................................................41  
instant support ...........................................................................................41  
using compaq connections ..........................................................................42  
getting messages....................................................................................42  
turning off messages ...............................................................................42  
re-enabling messages..............................................................................43  
resolving problems .....................................................................................43  
upgrading and servicing the pc................................................................43  
warranty & support guide........................................................................43  
online guides .........................................................................................44  
web sites about your pc ..........................................................................44  
microsoft windows xp operating system ....................................................44  
working with sound, pictures, and video ..................................... 45  
using speakers ...........................................................................................45  
adjusting speaker volume ........................................................................46  
connecting a multi-channel speaker system to your pc.................................46  
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using a microphone ....................................................................................48  
adjusting microphone volume...................................................................49  
using the microphone with multi-channel audio...........................................49  
working with digital images.........................................................................50  
about the 7-in-1 memory card reader........................................................50  
using your cd, dvd, and diskette drives .........................................................52  
handling cds/dvds..................................................................................52  
inserting and removing cds and dvds........................................................53  
using the combo drive.............................................................................54  
using the diskette (floppy) drive ................................................................55  
playing cds and dvds..................................................................................55  
playing music cds with musicmatch jukebox...............................................55  
playing cds and dvds with windows media player......................................56  
playing dvd movies with the intervideo windvd player ................................57  
creating (burning) cds with recordnow!.........................................................59  
creating (burning) music cds with windows media player ................................61  
creating (burning) data cds using windows xp program..................................62  
creating (burning) dvds using the dvd writer drive ..........................................62  
using a tv as a monitor................................................................................63  
cables you may need..............................................................................63  
connecting to a tv set ..............................................................................63  
viewing the pc image on your tv screen.....................................................65  
disabling the tv option.............................................................................66  
disconnecting the tv ................................................................................66  
taking care of your pc.................................................................. 67  
protecting your pc from power surges ...........................................................67  
using virus protection programs....................................................................67  
increasing available hard disk drive space....................................................68  
unavailable hard disk drive space ............................................................68  
emptying the recycle bin..........................................................................69  
uninstalling programs..............................................................................69  
removing desktop icons...........................................................................70  
cleaning up your hard disk drive ..............................................................70  
troubleshooting............................................................................ 71  
using application recovery and system recovery.......................... 81  
creating recovery cds/dvds .........................................................................84  
using recovery cd-dvd creator ......................................................................85  
using the recovery tools cd ..........................................................................86  
system restore ............................................................................................86  
application recovery ...................................................................................87  
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system recovery..........................................................................................87  
starting system recovery if the pc is responding..........................................88  
starting system recovery if the pc is not responding ....................................88  
system recovery using recovery discs........................................................89  
starting system recovery using recovery discs.............................................89  
upgrading and servicing the pc.................................................... 91  
preparing the pc ........................................................................................91  
removing or upgrading a drive ....................................................................94  
locating drive positions ...........................................................................95  
removing a drive....................................................................................95  
replacing or adding a drive.....................................................................99  
upgrading or replacing memory.................................................................102  
removing a memory module ..................................................................102  
replacing or adding a memory module ...................................................103  
removing or installing an expansion card....................................................104  
reassembling the pc..................................................................................107  
index ......................................................................................... 111  
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finding answers to commonly asked  
questions  
In this User’s Guide, you can find answers to questions about the  
following topics:  
• Connecting to the Internet, page 35  
• Registering your product, page 11  
• Creating a CD, page 59  
Saving documents, photos, and videos on a CD, page 61  
Recording a music CD, page 60  
Copying a CD, page 59  
Backing up your files to a CD, page 61  
• Watching movies on your PC, page 57  
• Connecting to a TV, page 63  
• Getting digital pictures onto your PC, page 50  
• Connecting a printer, page 31  
• Finding help if something doesn’t work, page 41  
• Keeping your PC healthy, page 67  
• Going back a day (System Restore), page 86  
• Recovering your PC, page 81  
• Adding memory, page 91  
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 are sold separately. Speakers may be included with  
the monitor (select models only).  
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safety information  
This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system  
(an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to  
IEC 60950).  
ac power safety warnings  
WARNING: Install the PC near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is  
your PC’s main AC disconnecting device and must be easily  
accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided  
with your system has a grounded plug. Always use the power  
cord with a properly grounded wall outlet to avoid the risk of  
electrical shock.  
WARNING: To reduce the possibility of an electric shock from the  
telephone network, plug your PC into the AC outlet before  
connecting it to the telephone line. Also, disconnect the telephone  
line before unplugging your PC from the AC power outlet.  
WARNING: Your system is provided with a voltage select switch  
for use in a 115 or 230 VAC power system. The voltage select  
switch has been pre-set to the correct voltage setting for use in  
the particular country/region where it was initially sold. Changing  
the voltage select switch to the incorrect position can damage  
your PC and void any implied warranty.  
WARNING: Always disconnect the modem cord from the telephone  
system before installing or removing your PC cover.  
WARNING: Do not operate the PC with the cover removed.  
WARNING: The power supply is not user-serviceable. To prevent  
damage to the power supply, have a qualified person repair or  
replace it. All other components are user-serviceable.  
WARNING: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives,  
add-in cards, and other components. If an ESD station is not  
available, wear a wrist strap attached to a metal part of the PC.  
Place cards on a conductive foam pad or inside the card wrapper,  
if possible, but never on the card wrapper.  
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setting up your pc  
putting your pc together  
Follow 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 “safety and  
comfort“ on page 4.  
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 outlet.  
NOTE: Refer to “protecting your pc from power surges” on page 67 for  
information on protecting your PC.  
Put your PC together in this order:  
1 Position the PC chassis and connect the power cord to the chassis and to the  
power outlet, but do not turn on the PC.  
2 Position the monitor (sold separately) and connect the power cord to the  
power outlet, but do not turn on the monitor. Connect the monitor cable  
to the PC.  
3 Position the keyboard and the mouse and connect each to the PC.  
NOTE: Your PC uses active speakers only. Active speakers have a power cord  
and connect to the green Audio Out connector on the back of the PC. Passive  
speakers have no power cord or power switch.  
4 Position speakers (select monitor models include speakers), connect them to  
the PC, and then connect the speaker power cord to the power outlet, but do  
not turn on the speakers.  
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5 Connect the modem cable to the telephone line wall jack and to the modem  
(select models only) on the back of the PC. Refer to “connecting the modem“  
on page 7 for details.  
6 Turn on the monitor. Turn on the PC. Turn on the speakers. Follow the  
onscreen instructions and complete the initial windows until you see the  
desktop. Refer to “turning on your pc for the first time“ on page 10 for details.  
7 Restart the PC: Click the Start button on the taskbar, click Turn Off  
Computer, and then click Restart. The PC turns off and then starts again.  
This completes the initial startup process.  
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.  
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50–70 cm  
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computer safety warning  
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.  
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.  
pc back  
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.  
Your PC features and  
connector positions  
may vary.  
A Keyboard  
B Mouse  
C USB  
D FireWire®  
(IEEE 1394)  
E Serial port  
F Parallel port  
G Monitor  
H USB 2.0  
K Ethernet  
A
B
C
D
E
F
L Microphone  
M Audio out  
N Audio in  
O Modem (to telephone  
line wall jack)  
P Telephone  
G
H
K
L
M
N
P
O
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NOTE: PCs use software drivers to control peripheral devices. When you add a  
Plug and Play (ready to use) peripheral, memory, or add-in card, the PC  
automatically loads the correct driver for the device.  
NOTE: For peripherals that are not Plug and Play, follow the instructions that  
came with your peripheral device to load the appropriate driver.  
Connector  
Symbol  
Description  
Mouse (PS/2)  
Keyboard (PS/2)  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or  
other devices with USB connectors  
Printer (parallel)  
Monitor  
Serial port for digital cameras or other serial devices  
Audio Line Out (powered speakers)  
serial  
OUT  
IN  
Audio Line In  
Headphones  
Microphone  
FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast  
transfer rates.  
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pc front  
The front of your computer has the drives, the On button and hard disk  
drive activity indicator light. Some PC models also have connectors on the  
front of the PC.  
Your PC features and  
connector positions  
may vary.  
A
B
A Top optical drive  
B Second optical drive  
C Diskette (floppy) drive  
D On light  
E On button  
F Hard disk drive  
C
activity indicator light  
G FireWire (IEEE 1394)  
H Audio in  
K USB 2.0 (two shown)  
L Microphone  
D
E
F
IN  
IN  
G
H
K
L
connecting the modem  
The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides telephone dial-up  
connection to the Internet.  
NOTE: Your PC may not come with a modem.  
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other ways to  
connect  
Check with your ISP for specifics on your connection.  
Before you can connect to the Internet and send or receive e-mail and faxes using  
telephone dial-up, you must connect your telephone service line to the modem,  
which is inside the PC. The quick setup poster shows you how to plug in a  
modem/telephone cable to the PC modem connector and to your telephone  
service line wall jack connector. To identify the modem connector, look at the  
back panel of the PC. The modem connector looks similar to one of the following  
illustrations.  
There are other ways to  
connect to the ISP that  
do not use the telephone  
modem, such as a  
LAN (Local Area  
Network) or DSL (Digital  
Subscriber Line). Check  
with your ISP for  
specifics on your  
connection.  
NOTE: Your PC may have only one modem/telephone connection.  
See “setting up the  
ethernet connection“  
on page 9 if you are  
connecting through  
a LAN.  
A
B
C
C
A
B A  
C
A Modem connector  
(select models only)  
B Telephone connector  
(select models only)  
C Back of PC  
D Modem/telephone  
cable  
E Wall jack  
D
F Telephone (not  
provided)  
E
F
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To connect the cable between the modem and the telephone service line:  
1 Plug one end of a modem cable (D) into the modem connector (A) on the back  
of the PC (C). This connector may be labeled with either Line or a modem  
connector symbol.  
2 Plug the other end of the cable (D) into the telephone service line jack (E) on  
the wall.  
You can also connect a telephone (F) to the other connector (B) on the modem  
(select models only). By connecting a telephone to the modem, you can make  
regular (voice) telephone calls when you are not using the modem — even if the  
PC is turned off.  
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Your modem driver can be upgraded to enable certain V.92 features. For  
information, go to the Support Web site listed in the Warranty & Support Guide,  
click the support link, type modem upgrade into the Search box, and then click the  
arrow to the right of the box. Follow the instructions provided.  
NOTE: Your ISP must support the V.92 standard to use any of the V.92 features.  
setting up the ethernet connection  
The Ethernet connection (may be called a network interface adapter, a Network  
Interface Card, or NIC) provides a high-speed, or broadband, connection to an  
Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network. After this interface is  
connected to a network such as a LAN (local area network), you can connect to  
the Internet through the LAN. This network connection also allows you to share  
printers, data, and other devices among your PCs.  
NOTE: Your PC may not come with an Ethernet connector.  
Locate the Ethernet connector (a RJ-45 port) on the back of the PC.  
A Ethernet connector  
(RJ-45 port)  
B
B Ethernet indicator  
lights  
A
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To connect the Ethernet connector to the network:  
1 Plug the network cable into the Ethernet connector (A) on the back of the PC.  
WARNING: Do not plug the telephone service line cable or modem  
cable into the Ethernet connector. Although the plug looks similar to  
the plug on the Ethernet cable, they are not the same.  
2 Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a 10BaseT or a 100BaseT port on  
the network hub.  
NOTE: Hubs are devices that can connect PCs to a network.  
3 With the PC turned on, check the lights next to the Ethernet connector  
for status:  
• ACTIVITY — Lit yellow during network data transfer activity  
• LINK — Lit green with valid network connection  
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 (A) on the front of the PC (see the following figure).  
3 Press the Power button on the speakers, if they are present.  
A
IN  
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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.)  
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5 Set up Microsoft Windows by following the onscreen instructions.  
6 Refer to the following section, “registering your pc,” for information on  
completing the registration process (select models only).  
7 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.  
8 Restart the PC: Click Start on the taskbar, click Turn Off Computer, and then  
click Restart.  
registering your pc  
You may be prompted to register the PC (select models only). Register so you  
can receive changes, updates, and support. You can register any of these ways:  
• Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow the onscreen  
instructions.  
• Register online at http://www.compaq.com/register  
turning off the pc  
For best results, turn off the PC without pressing any buttons on the PC chassis.  
1 Close any open software programs. To close programs, click X in the  
upper-right corner of each window.  
2 Click Start on the taskbar.  
3 Click Turn Off Computer, at the bottom of the menu.  
4 Click Turn Off.  
5 Turn off the monitor.  
As an alternative to turning off the PC, you can put the PC in either standby or  
hibernation mode. To conserve power, you can set the power management  
timers to put the PC automatically into standby and then hibernation. See the  
following sections for more information on putting your PC in standby or  
hibernation mode.  
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standby mode  
When the PC is in standby mode, it goes into a low-power state and the monitor  
is blank as if it is turned off. The advantages of using standby mode include:  
• You save time and electricity without having to wait for the PC to go through  
the normal startup routine when you wake it again. The next time you use the  
PC, any programs, folders, and documents that were open before you put the  
PC in standby will be available.  
• Your PC can receive faxes while in standby mode, if you set it to do so.  
• Your PC can retrieve e-mail messages and download information from the  
Internet automatically, if you set it to do so.  
To put the PC in standby mode manually:  
1 Press the Standby button on the keyboard, if it is present.  
The screen goes dark, and the PC goes into standby mode.  
2 When you want to use the PC again, press the Esc key on the keyboard, or  
press the Standby button. The screen display reappears just as you left it.  
Another way to put the PC into standby mode is to:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Turn Off Computer.  
3 Click Stand By.  
4 To wake the PC from standby, press the Standby button or press the Esc key  
on the keyboard.  
If the PC does not work properly when you wake it from standby, restart the PC:  
1 Press and hold the On button on the front of the PC for approximately  
5 seconds until the PC turns off.  
NOTE: Using the On button to restart the PC is not recommended and should  
be used only as a last resort. Instead, click Start, click Turn Off Computer,  
and then click Restart.  
2 Turn on the PC again.  
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hibernation mode  
When the PC is in hibernation mode, it saves everything that is in PC memory to  
the hard disk drive, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then  
turns itself off. When you turn on the PC again, your programs, folders, and  
documents are restored to the screen.  
To put the PC into hibernation manually:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Turn Off Computer.  
3 Press and hold down the Shift key on the keyboard, and click Hibernate.  
NOTE: If Hibernate is not present, you can set up your PC for hibernation;  
refer to steps 1 through 6 of “automatic standby or hibernation“ on page 13.  
4 When you want to use the PC again after hibernation, press the On button on  
the front of the PC.  
If the PC does not work properly when you wake it from hibernation, follow  
these steps to restart the PC:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Turn Off Computer.  
3 Click Restart.  
automatic standby or hibernation  
You can set your PC to go into standby or hibernation mode automatically when  
it is idle for some number of minutes. To put the PC into standby or hibernation  
mode automatically, modify the power management settings:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is present.  
4 Double-click Power Options.  
5 Click the Hibernate tab and check the hibernation feature. If necessary,  
enable the feature by clicking the Enable hibernation box so that a check mark  
appears in it.  
6 If you changed the Enable hibernation check box, click Apply.  
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7 Click the Power Schemes tab to set the timers for standby and hibernation. In  
the Power Schemes box, select a power scheme from the drop-down list.  
Choose the settings:  
• To turn on automatic standby for the PC, click the time to elapse before  
standby (such as After 20 mins) in the System standby list.  
• To set the timer for automatic hibernation, click the time to elapse before  
hibernation (such as After 1 hour) in the System hibernates list.  
NOTE: If both standby and hibernation timers are set, the system hibernation  
timer must be set for a longer time than the system standby timer.  
8 Click OK.  
making recovery cds/dvds  
Now is a good time to make your recovery discs; see “creating recovery  
cds/dvds“ on page 84.  
installing software and hardware devices  
After you turn on the PC the first time and restart it (see page 10), 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. 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.  
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.  
transferring your old pc information and files to  
your new pc  
See the built-in Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center, described on  
page 41; 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 Protect My PC icon on your desktop and  
review the products and services offered under Move My Data.  
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NOTE: To use your software, you must know how to use the mouse and  
keyboard. If necessary, see “using the mouse” on page 19 or see “using the  
keyboard” on page 21.  
beginning to use your software  
The operation of your PC is controlled by two kinds of software:  
• The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which displays the desktop on  
the monitor and controls your PC’s hardware, peripherals, and software  
applications.  
• Software programs, such as a word processing program, which performs  
specific functions.  
Information about using software and about the Microsoft Windows XP  
operating system is in the printed manuals and online Help. For Microsoft  
Windows, you can also press the Help button, labeled with a question mark icon  
on your keyboard (select models only), to open the built-in Help and Support  
Center. For help with specific software, refer to the onscreen Help within the  
program.  
Software programs included with the PC may vary by model and by  
country/region.  
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using the desktop  
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)  
View onscreen Help information  
about your PC.  
Easy Internet Sign-up  
Recovery  
Set up a new or an existing Internet  
account.  
Start Application or System Recovery.  
using the start menu  
Click the Start button to open the start menu and:  
• Select programs or documents.  
• Open the Help and Support Center.  
• Start a search.  
• Run a program.  
• Open the Control Panel to view or change settings.  
A Start button on the  
taskbar  
B Log Off button  
D
C Turn Off Computer  
button  
D All Programs  
A
B
C
Click Presario Info Center to view information about your PC. (See  
“learning to use your pc“ on page 17.)  
The Start menu also displays the buttons Log Off and Turn Off Computer:  
• Click the Log Off button to end your current PC session and to switch  
between users.  
• Click the Turn Off Computer button to turn off the PC or to restart it.  
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using compaq organize software  
Compaq Organize software is a desktop tool you use to organize both your PC  
shortcuts and your favorite Internet destination links. You use it to organize the  
important things you do on the PC and the Internet, and to arrange it the way  
you want. Compaq Organize makes all your information available with just a  
few mouse-clicks.  
Compaq Organize 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 streaming video news  
clips. For searching, there is a search bar at the top of Compaq Organize where  
you can select the search engine you want to use.  
To open Compaq Organize:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose PC Help & Tools.  
4 Click Compaq Organize.  
learning to use your pc  
Click the Start button and select Presario Info Center (select models only). A  
window opens with a welcoming message. Click an item on the left of the  
message to view information about your PC, including:  
• Locations of drives and connectors on the front of the PC chassis.  
• Descriptions and uses of software programs included with your PC.  
• Access to the Internet.  
• Help and Support.  
• Recovery of the operating system and software programs.  
For detailed instructions and information about your PC (select models only):  
1 Click Start.  
2 Choose Help and Support.  
3 Choose Compaq Presario PC Help.  
For onscreen instructions to run tests for PC-related problems or to get help from  
a Support analyst, open Instant Support (select models only):  
1 Click Start on the taskbar, and click Help and Support.  
2 Click Instant Support.  
3 Click Request Help.  
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to run a test or to submit a problem. You can  
run tests anytime; however, your PC must be connected to the Internet to  
submit a problem.  
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using the all programs menu  
To find the software programs on your PC:  
1 Choose Start.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
organizing your all programs list  
You see folders organized according to task (select models only) when you:  
1 Click Start.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
A folder contains a list of items. Each item is actually a shortcut, or link, to a  
program, document, or another folder. The Music folder, for example, contains  
shortcuts to the programs you use to play music CDs.  
To change the name of an item:  
1 Right-click the item.  
2 Select Rename.  
3 Type the new name and press Enter on the keyboard.  
To move an item by using the drag-and-drop technique:  
1 Select the item in All Programs or in a folder.  
2 Left-click the item and hold down the mouse button.  
3 Move the mouse pointer to where you want the item, and then release the  
mouse button.  
(If you have problems dropping the item into a folder, drag it to your  
desktop, and then drag it to the folder.)  
To copy an item:  
1 Right-click the item.  
2 Select Create Shortcut. The shortcut appears in the folder.  
3 Drag the item into the All Programs list or into another folder.  
If you use Add or Remove Programs in the Control Panel to delete a software  
program, the shortcut in All Programs may not be removed. To remove a  
shortcut:  
1 Click Start.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Select the folder.  
4 Right-click the shortcut, and then select Delete. Click Delete Shortcut to  
confirm you want to delete the shortcut.  
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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.  
using the mouse  
Your PC includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows  
desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense  
movement and cause the cursor on the screen to move. Use the mouse on a  
flat surface.  
NOTE: The optical mouse cannot work on a glass, translucent, or reflective  
surface.  
A wireless mouse (select models only) is an optical mouse that uses a  
receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your  
PC. A light on the receiver indicates receiver activity. Refer to “wireless  
keyboard set“ on page 23 for receiver indicator information.  
NOTE: The wireless mouse goes into a sleep or suspend mode after 20 minutes of  
inactivity. Click a button on the mouse to wake it. (Moving the wireless mouse  
does not wake it.)  
The mouse has two or three buttons on the top.  
• Click the left mouse button to position the cursor or to select an item.  
• Click the right mouse button to display a menu of commands for the item you  
clicked.  
• On select models, use the scroll wheel button in the center for scrolling and  
panning.  
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Double-click means to press the left button on the mouse two times in a row. To  
double-click, you click the button (press it and then release it), and then quickly  
click it again.  
B
A Left button  
A
C
B Scroll wheel button  
(scrolling mouse only)  
C Right button  
NOTE: Your mouse may look different from the one shown here.  
You can switch the function of the left and right buttons for left-handed use.  
Refer to “switching mouse button functions“ on page 21.  
If your mouse does not work properly, refer to “troubleshooting“ on page 71.  
scrolling  
Click the left mouse button to place the cursor in a document, and then:  
• To scroll toward the beginning of a document, roll the scroll wheel button up  
(away from you).  
• To scroll toward the end of a document, roll the scroll wheel button down  
(toward you).  
autoscrolling  
1 Place the cursor anywhere in the text, and press the scroll wheel button once.  
An autoscroll icon appears.  
2 Move the mouse in the direction you want to scroll. The farther you move the  
mouse from the starting point, the faster the document scrolls.  
3 To stop autoscrolling, press the scroll wheel button again.  
NOTE: Autoscrolling does not work with some software programs.  
panning  
1 Press and hold down the center scroll wheel button.  
2 Slowly move the mouse in the direction you want to pan. The farther you  
move the pointer from the starting point, the faster the document pans.  
3 To stop panning, release the scroll wheel button.  
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NOTE: Panning only works if the window’s horizontal scroll bar is active.  
Panning does not work with some software programs.  
switching mouse button functions  
To switch the functions of the right and left mouse buttons:  
1 Click the Start button.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present.  
4 Double-click Mouse.  
5 Check Switch primary and secondary buttons on the Buttons tab.  
6 Click Apply (using the new primary button), and then click OK.  
changing mouse pointer speed  
To change the speed of the cursor on the screen relative to the motion of  
the mouse:  
1 Click the Start button.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present.  
4 Double-click Mouse.  
5 Click the Pointer Options tab.  
6 In the area, Motion, use the slider to adjust the pointer speed.  
7 Click Apply, and then click OK.  
using the keyboard  
about your 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.  
internet keyboards  
Internet keyboards may connect directly to your PC or may be wireless. (See  
“wireless keyboard set“ on page 23 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.  
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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 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.  
• Customize 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  
This keyboard enables you to:  
• Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account).  
• Search for information on the Internet.  
• Customize the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites.  
• Get support information.  
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standard keyboard  
C
A
B
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  
places the PC into  
standby mode or  
This keyboard enables you to:  
• Adjust speaker volume.  
• Place the PC into standby to save power.  
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.  
wakes the PC from  
standby mode.  
A Wireless receiver  
B Wireless keyboard  
C Wireless mouse  
A
B
C
A light (D) on the receiver indicates receiver activity.  
A
B
C
D
A Number lock on  
B Caps lock on  
C Scroll lock on  
D Receiver activity  
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alphanumeric keys  
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The alphanumeric keys are the main keys found on a standard typewriter.  
function keys  
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The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12.  
• Pressing F1 displays a Help window for the software program being used.  
• Pressing F3 displays a search window.  
F1 and F3 are available at all times.  
Other function key operations vary by software program.  
edit keys  
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The edit keys are Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete End, and Page Down. Use these  
keys to insert and delete text and to quickly move the cursor on your screen.  
They function differently with some software programs.  
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arrow keys  
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The arrow keys are controls for up, down, right, and left. You can use these keys  
instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation in a Web page, in a  
document, or in a game.  
numeric keys  
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Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions:  
• When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in  
the same way as the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic  
calculator.  
• When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is off, the numeric keys are  
directional keys used to move the cursor or play games.  
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keyboard indicators  
Each keyboard indicator is a light labeled with the name or icon for its status:  
Icon  
Name  
Description  
Num Lock  
Numeric keys are locked as numbers keys and arithmetic  
functions.  
Caps Lock  
Scroll Lock  
Alphanumeric keys are locked to uppercase.  
Scroll function is locked.  
special keyboard buttons  
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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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M
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Figure  
Key  
Icon  
Feature  
Description  
A
Standby  
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.  
B
User  
Switches between the PC users.  
user  
C
Compaq  
Compaq  
Help  
Links to Compaq Web site.  
D
Opens the Help and Support Center.  
E
HP Picture Toolkit  
Opens an imaging software program. Can be reconfigured.  
photo  
music  
F
Music  
Starts MusicMatch Jukebox or Windows Media Player. Can be  
reconfigured.  
G
Video  
Opens video software program. Can be reconfigured.  
video  
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K
Shopping  
Sports  
M
N
Finance  
Connect  
Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open any site or  
software program.  
P
R
Search  
Chat  
S
T
E-Mail  
See figure  
following table  
Media Controls  
(CD/DVD/MP3)  
Operates CD or DVD player.  
V
Volume control  
(Volume knob or  
Volume Up and  
Volume Down  
buttons)  
Volume knob: Increases speaker volume when turned clockwise and  
decreases volume when turned counterclockwise. It can be turned  
indefinitely, even after maximum sound has been reached.  
Volume Up and Down buttons: Press the Volume Up  
increase volume and the Volume Down  
button to  
button to decrease volume.  
W
Mute  
Turns speaker sound on and off.  
media control keys  
d
b
a open and close disc  
a
tray(s)  
c
b record  
c play or pause  
d stop  
e skip to the previous  
track  
f skip to the next track  
a
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f
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A Internet  
B Help  
C Search  
D E-mail  
E Offers  
F Entertainment  
G My Presario  
H Shopping  
NOTE: The number, location, and labeling of buttons vary by keyboard model.  
Figure  
Key  
Icon  
Feature  
Description  
A
Internet  
Connects you to a customizable Web page filled with local weather, news, sports,  
and financial information. Can be reconfigured to open any site or software  
program.  
B
C
D
E
Help  
Takes you to the Help and Support Center.  
Search  
E-mail  
Offers  
Opens a Web site that helps you locate information on the Internet. Can be  
reconfigured to open any site or software program.  
Starts your e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open any site or software  
program.  
Launches an online community experience with chat, discussion boards, clubs, and  
more. Can be reconfigured to open any site or software program.  
F
Entertainment Connects you to the world of entertainment, featuring music downloads, streaming  
video, Webcasts, entertainment news, and reviews.  
G
H
My Presario  
Takes you to the My Presario Club Web site, featuring a variety of discounts,  
promotions, and how-to information.  
Shopping  
Provides an instant connection to your PC store. Can be reconfigured to open any site  
or software program.  
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customizing the buttons  
You can customize 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 an action, 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 through 9 for each button you want to customize.  
11 Click OK when you are done.  
NOTE: Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the  
Internet buttons to the factory settings.  
adjusting the monitor  
To change the screen resolution:  
1 Right-click an empty area of the desktop and click Properties.  
2 On the Settings tab, adjust the screen resolution.  
• Moving the slide toward Less increases the size of text on your screen.  
• Moving the slide toward More decreases the size of text.  
3 Click Apply.  
4 Click Yes, if it is present.  
5 Click OK.  
NOTE: You can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel  
monitor, TV, etc.) to the PC (select models only). You can quickly change where  
the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press the Alt+F5 key  
combination, the PC display appears on the next device. If Alt+F5 does not  
work, restart the PC and try again.  
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using a printer  
Refer to the user manual that came with your printer for instructions on  
connecting and using the printer.  
Printers receive instructions from your PC via software called printer drivers. In  
many cases your PC automatically finds the necessary printer driver. If it does  
not, follow instructions that come with your printer to install the specific printer  
driver that it requires.  
You can print text and graphics from most software programs and Internet sites  
if you have a printer connected to your PC and the necessary software installed  
for the printer.  
To print:  
1 Click File on the menu bar.  
2 Click Print.  
3 Select your printing options:  
• Select the printer.  
• Choose the page range (for example, all pages, current page, range of  
pages).  
• Determine the number of copies.  
• Select all, odd, or even pages in a range.  
4 Click OK.  
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using the internet  
This chapter discusses the Internet, how to use a browser and e-mail, and how to  
set up your Internet account.  
Use the Internet to search for and to find information or services on the Web, or  
to use an e-mail program to get, read, or send electronic mail messages.  
Hardware and software programs provided on your PC may vary. Your PC may  
come with:  
• Access to the ISPs in your area.  
• Internet Explorer Web browser.  
• Outlook Express e-mail software program.  
• 56K modem and modem software (upgrade ready).  
• Ethernet connector.  
• Special keyboard buttons to access the Internet.  
about the internet  
The Internet is a group of computers that communicate with each other through  
telephone lines, digital service, or cable lines. Each Internet computer is  
independent, and its operators choose which files to make available to users of  
the Internet. To connect your PC to the Internet and use the information and  
services available there, you need an Internet Service Provider (ISP).  
ISPs are businesses that give you access to the Internet, and most of them  
provide electronic mail service (e-mail). ISPs usually charge a monthly fee for  
their services. When your PC connects to the Internet, it is actually  
communicating with the ISP’s Internet computer. The ISP verifies your account  
and then provides you access to the Internet. You use a Web browser program to  
search, find, and display Web site information. Some ISPs allow you to choose a  
browser program, while others provide their own browser.  
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Your connection to an ISP may be through a traditional telephone dial-up  
modem, a LAN (Local Area Network), cable modem, or DSL (Digital Subscriber  
Line). (DSL, ADSL, and cable ISPs are not available in all countries/regions.)  
The World Wide Web (WWW), also called the Web, is a public part of the  
Internet used by individuals, companies, governments, and organizations. These  
individuals and groups have created millions of Web pages in support of their  
activities. A Web page is a file or group of files that a user can access by entering  
the Web page’s file location, or URL.  
The URL (Uniform Resource Locator) identifies a Web site location, typically in  
the form http://www.name.extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The  
URL may include the path to a specific file within that site. Each period, or dot,  
in the URL separates elements within the address. For example, you will see the  
URL extension .com used by companies. When you enter the URL into your  
browser address box and press the Enter key on your keyboard, the browser  
contacts that location and displays the Web page for you.  
Imagine you are reading a newspaper. On page 1, you may read something like  
“For more details, see page 3, column 2.” You turn the page for more  
information. A hyperlink on a Web page works the same way, except that you  
click the mouse with your cursor over the link to move to the page or the Web  
site. The way that a hyperlink links files together is what gives the Web its name,  
because the Web weaves and connects idea to idea all over the world.  
Your e-mail address identifies the electronic post office box where people can  
send you electronic mail. E-mail addresses have the form  
[email protected]. The domain is usually the name of the ISP or  
organization. The extension usually identifies the type of organization. For  
example, if your name is Jane Jones and XYZ is your ISP, your e-mail address  
might be [email protected], with the extension .com indicating that XYZ is a  
business. For information on using e-mail, see “sending and receiving e-mail”  
on page 39.  
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setting up your internet account  
1 Set up your modem or other Internet connection.  
• If you will be using a modem to connect to the Internet, please refer to  
the quick setup poster, and to “connecting the modem” on page 7 for  
instructions.  
• If you will be using a network, high-speed, or broadband connection, refer  
to “setting up the ethernet connection” on page 9 for instructions.  
2 Choose an ISP.  
Before you can connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an Internet  
Service Provider (ISP). Compaq has made arrangements with leading ISPs in  
your area to help you sign up for Internet service (select models only).  
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  
• Click Start, choose All Programs, choose Online Services, and click  
Internet Explorer.  
Use Easy Internet Sign-up (available on select models only) to sign up for a  
new or an existing ISP account; see “signing up for a new or an existing isp  
account using easy internet sign-up” on page 36. The software programs for  
available ISPs are part of your PC.  
The Windows desktop may have a folder called Online Services, which  
includes icons for accessing various online services. These icons are part of the  
Windows operating system, but they are not functional in all  
countries/regions.  
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using easy internet sign-up  
Using Easy Internet Sign-up (available on select models only) you can:  
• Sign up for a new Internet account.  
• Set up an existing account.  
• Read about Internet access using a LAN (Local Area Network), cable modem,  
or DSL (Digital Subscriber Line).  
If you decide to use a DSL or cable Internet connection, contact your ISP for any  
specific software and hardware you may need.  
To open Easy Internet Sign-up:  
Double-click the Easy Internet Sign-up icon on the desktop.  
Or  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs. Choose Online Services.  
3 Click Easy Internet Sign-up.  
Follow the onscreen instructions.  
NOTE: Your modem cable must be connected to the telephone service line in  
order for Easy Internet Sign-up to find and obtain updated information about  
services.  
NOTE: If you are using MSN or AOL and have questions, refer to the  
information in Easy Internet Sign-up or contact the ISP directly.  
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using a browser  
A Web browser program searches for, finds, and displays Web site information.  
How you explore the Internet depends on whether you are using an ISP that  
provides the browser or an ISP that allows you to use any browser.  
Once you are connected to the Internet, your browser displays the home Web  
page. You can go to a different Web site by entering its address (such as  
http://www.compaq.com) in the address box in the Web browser and pressing  
Enter on your keyboard. Or, you can use the browser Search tool to search for  
references to a specific word or phrase on the Web.  
searching the internet  
Most browser programs include a search feature. You may need to click a button  
or select from a menu to display the search feature, depending on the type of  
browser program. Type a question or a word that describes the information you  
want to find into the Search box, and then press Enter.  
The Windows search feature includes direct use of the Internet Explorer Search.  
(If your ISP provides the browser, you may not be able to use Internet Explorer  
to search the Internet.)  
To begin a search:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Search.  
3 Click Search the Internet. (You may have to scroll down in the list to see this  
option.)  
4 Type a word or question into the Search box.  
5 Click Search.  
The PC connects to the Internet (if needed), performs the search, and displays  
the results. Click a link in the results list to display the Web page.  
There are also Web sites specifically created for searching the Internet. These are  
called search engines.  
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restricting internet content  
The Internet provides you with a wide variety of information, but some  
information may not be suitable for every viewer. With Content Advisor (a  
feature of Windows XP), you can:  
• Control Internet access.  
• Set up a password.  
• Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your PC cannot view.  
• Adjust the type of content people can view with or without your permission.  
Once you set up restricted rating levels in Content Advisor, users can view Web  
sites and other pages that you have specified under the rating setup. However,  
to view unrated Web sites or pages, they must enter the Content Advisor  
password that you have set. This means that any unrated page, even Help and  
Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the user doesn't know the  
password. To allow access to an unrated site or page you approve of, open it and  
when the password window appears, select the option always allow viewing or  
allow viewing only this time.  
To use Content Advisor:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Click Network and Internet Connections, if it is present.  
3 Double-click Internet Options.  
4 Click the Content tab.  
5 In the Content Advisor area, click Enable.  
6 On the Ratings tab, click a category in the list, and then click and drag the  
slider bar until the rating level is set to the limit you want to use.  
7 Repeat step 6 for each category you want to limit.  
8 Click Apply, and then click OK.  
9 Type a password into the Password box and the Confirm password box, and  
then click OK.  
NOTE: If you want to change the settings after the initial setup, click Settings in  
the Content Adviser area instead of Enable. The Enable button works as a toggle  
to turn the Content Advisor on and off.  
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sending and receiving e-mail  
E-mail (electronic mail) allows you to send and receive letters, pictures,  
postcards, and even music and video clips.  
Your PC comes with an e-mail program from Microsoft called Outlook Express  
(select models only). You may also use e-mail programs from other vendors.  
Some ISPs provide their own e-mail programs. You use an e-mail program to  
send, receive, and organize your messages. You can organize, read, and create  
new messages even when you are off-line (not connected to the Internet).  
NOTE: Some models come with Microsoft Outlook instead of Outlook  
Express. For details on using Microsoft Outlook, open the Outlook program  
and select Help.  
if using outlook express  
The first time you start Outlook Express, the Internet Connection Wizard  
window opens if you are not already connected to the Internet.  
The Wizard will ask for connection information such as an account name and  
password and the names of an incoming and an outgoing mail server. If you  
need help with any of this information, contact your ISP.  
After the first time you sign up and connect through an ISP, you can run  
Outlook Express from the Start menu.  
sending e-mail messages with outlook express  
1 Click Start on the taskbar, and select the E-mail Outlook  
Express icon.  
NOTE: You can also press the E-Mail button on the keyboard to open Outlook  
Express (select models only).  
2 Click the Create Mail icon.  
3 Type in, or select from an address book, the address of each recipient.  
NOTE: E-mail addresses contain no spaces and have a period after the server  
name. Dashes and underscores are sometimes used. Capital letters may be  
required.  
4 Type your message in the New Message window.  
5 Type the message title in the Subject box.  
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6 Click the Send button on the toolbar when you are finished.  
7 If necessary, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to send any messages  
stored in the Outbox.  
NOTE: When you compose a message without being connected to the Internet,  
the message is stored in the Outbox until the next time you log on to the Internet  
and connect to your ISP.  
receiving e-mail messages with outlook express  
Your ISP receives e-mail messages for you automatically, even when your PC is  
turned off. The ISP then stores your messages until you connect to the Internet  
and open your e-mail program to read them.  
1 Start Outlook Express.  
2 If necessary, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to have your e-mail  
program get the new messages from all listed e-mail accounts.  
3 Click the Inbox folder to view the list of incoming messages. Messages not yet  
read appear in bold on the screen.  
NOTE: In Outlook Express, the messages stay in your Inbox until you delete  
them or move them to another folder.  
4 Click a message once to view it, or double-click the message to expand it and  
read it in its own window.  
For more information about using your e-mail program, go to the Help menu  
within the program.  
if your isp provides the e-mail program  
Follow the ISP’s instructions to install its Web browser and e-mail program and  
to set up and use your e-mail account. You will then be able to send and receive  
e-mail when your PC is connected to your ISP.  
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getting help  
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 Choose Compaq Presario PC Help.  
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 Instant Support.  
4 Click Request Help.  
5 Follow the onscreen instructions to run a test or submit a problem. (Your PC  
must be connected to the Internet to submit a problem.)  
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using compaq connections  
Compaq Connections (select models only) is an Internet-based service provided  
by Compaq to bring you important information about 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.  
The Compaq Connections Support messages are also available to you through  
the Support Web site under the information for your PC model. Refer to your  
Warranty & Support Guide for Web site information.  
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 Chose All Programs.  
3 Choose PC Help & Tool.  
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.  
turning off messages  
You cannot receive 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 & Tool.  
4 Choose Compaq Connections.  
5 Click Disable Compaq Connections.  
The service is turned off until you re-enable it.  
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re-enabling messages  
When you re-enable the Compaq Connections Service, the service runs  
whenever you are connected to the Internet, and you 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 & Tool.  
4 Choose Compaq Connections.  
5 Click Re-enable Compaq Connections.  
resolving problems  
For help on general and miscellaneous problems you may be experiencing, refer  
to “troubleshooting“ on page 71.  
upgrading and servicing the pc  
Information about the internal parts of the PC chassis is in the chapter  
“upgrading and servicing the pc.” Some model PCs have this servicing  
information printed as a separate guide and included with the PC.  
warranty & support guide  
The Warranty & Support Guide contains operating specifications for the PC along  
with regulatory and safety information.  
See the Warranty & Support Guide included with the PC documentation for:  
• Terms of your PC warranty coverage  
• License information  
• Support contact information  
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online guides  
You can find online guides and information for your PC. To view online  
manuals for your PC:  
1 Type the Support Web address from your Warranty & Support Guide into your  
browser address box, and press the Enter key on your keyboard.  
2 In the search box, type your product name and number (Compaq 2000, for  
example) and click the search arrow. The product number is on the lower  
front of the PC chassis or inside the CD storage area.  
3 Click the manuals item to see a list of manuals for your PC.  
NOTE: Online manuals are associated with specific PC model numbers. Some  
models do not have online manuals.  
web sites about your pc  
Use the Web site addresses listed in the Warranty & 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.  
microsoft windows xp operating system  
For questions about the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, refer to:  
• Help and Support. For onscreen help and troubleshooting, click Start and  
then Help and Support.  
• The Microsoft Windows XP guide, included with your PC documentation.  
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working with sound,  
pictures, and video  
using speakers  
Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only), or are sold  
separately. For details on connecting stereo speakers to the PC, see the quick  
setup poster.  
NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button and no power cord) or active  
(power button or power cord). Your PC supports only active (powered) speaker  
systems; the speaker system must have its own power cord.  
A stereo speaker set is a left-right, 2-channel speaker system. A multi-channel audio  
speaker system is a system with more than two channels, and may include a  
subwoofer. For example, 5.1 channels, referred to as a 6-speaker mode, uses two  
front speakers (left-right), two rear speakers (left-right), a center speaker, and a  
subwoofer.  
If your PC has multi-channel audio speaker capacity (select models only), you  
can connect four channels for four speakers output or six channels for 5.1  
speakers output.  
Connect your speaker system to the PC and then configure the audio software  
for sound output. Refer to “connecting a multi-channel speaker  
system to your pc“ on page 46.  
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adjusting speaker volume  
Use the Volume icon on the taskbar to set speaker volume. Then you  
can adjust the volume using:  
• The volume knob or buttons on the keyboard (select models only).  
• The volume knob on the speakers (select models only).  
NOTE: If you do not see this Volume icon on the taskbar, click Start, choose  
Control Panel, click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is present, and  
then double-click Sounds and Audio Devices to open the Sounds and Audio  
Devices Properties window. On the Volume tab, place a check in the Place volume  
icon in the taskbar check box. Click Apply, and then click OK. The Volume icon  
appears in the taskbar.  
The two ways to use the Volume icon are:  
1 Click the Volume icon on the taskbar.  
2 Adjust the volume.  
3 When you are satisfied with the sound level, click outside the Volume  
window to close this window.  
Or  
1 Double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar. The Volume Control settings  
window opens.  
2 Adjust the volume.  
3 When you are satisfied with the sound level, click the Close box (the X in the  
corner) to close this window.  
connecting a multi-channel speaker  
system to your pc  
Multi-channel audio speakers plug into the Audio In, Audio Out, and Mic  
connectors on the back or front of the PC. Refer to “pc back” on page 5, or “pc  
front” on page 7 for the location of the connectors.  
1 Turn off the PC and the speakers.  
2 Connect the three audio cable plugs from the speaker system to the  
connectors on the back of the PC. (See the following table.)  
3 Turn on the PC.  
4 Turn on the speaker system.  
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4/4.1  
To PC  
connector  
Connector  
icon  
6/5.1  
Speaker  
Mode  
2 Speaker  
Mode  
Speaker  
Mode  
Front speakers  
Front speakers  
Front speakers  
Audio Out  
(lime-green)  
OUT  
IN  
Not used for  
speakers  
Rear speakers  
Rear speakers  
Audio In (blue)  
Mic-1 (pink)  
Not used for  
speakers  
Not used for  
speakers  
Center/  
subwoofer  
speakers  
Configure the audio output for the multi-channel speaker system by performing  
the following procedure.  
configuring the multi-channel sound manager  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose Music.  
4 Click Multi-channel Sound Manager and then click Multi-channel Sound  
Manager again. The Audio Configuration window opens.  
NOTE: If you do not see the Speaker Configuration tab, your PC does not have  
the multi-channel capability. However, it still has two-channel (stereo)  
output.  
5 Click the Speaker Configuration tab.  
6 Select the option describing the number of speakers in your system, for  
example, 6/5.1 speaker mode. You can click the Speaker Test tab and then  
click a speaker icon to test it.  
7 Click OK.  
configuring multi-channel audio output for  
the dvd player  
The InterVideo WinDVD™ program (select models only) is set up for two-  
speaker (stereo) output. To hear all speakers from DVD movies recorded with  
multi-channel audio, change the audio properties for WinDVD to match your  
speaker configuration (if your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than  
two channels):  
1 Insert a DVD, or start InterVideo WinDVD Player (see “playing dvd movies  
with the intervideo windvd player“ on page 57).  
2 Right-click anywhere in the WinDVD video window, and then click Setup.  
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3 Click the Audio tab.  
4 Click the option for the number of speakers to match your multi-channel  
speaker system, and then click Apply.  
NOTE: To test the speakers (multi-channel speakers only), click the Test  
button. The WinDVD control panel shows the speaker number being used.  
Click Stop.  
5 Click OK.  
NOTE: If you want to play a stereo DVD, change the audio properties of  
WinDVD to match the recorded DVD audio output.  
using a microphone  
Your PC comes with one microphone connector in the back of the PC. Some  
models have a second microphone connector in the front of the PC. Only one  
microphone connector works at a time, and the back connector is ready to use  
unless you have the multi-channel audio speakers option. For PCs with the  
multi-channel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of  
the PC, if present, is ready to use. See “using the microphone with multi-channel  
audio“ on page 49.  
To use a microphone connected to the front of your PC (select models only),  
select the working microphone.  
NOTE: If you connect your microphone to the back of your PC, you do not need  
to perform this procedure.  
1 Double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar. The Volume Control settings  
window opens.  
NOTE: If you do not see this Volume icon, click Start, click Control Panel,  
click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is present, and then double-  
click Sounds and Audio Devices to open the Sounds and Audio Devices  
Properties window. On the Volume tab, place a check in the Place volume icon  
in the taskbar check box. Click Apply, and then click OK. The Volume icon  
appears in the taskbar.  
2 Select Options and click Properties.  
3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording.  
4 In Show the following volume controls, place a check in the Microphone  
check box.  
5 Click OK.  
6 Click the Advanced button in the Microphone column. If you do not see the  
Advanced button, select Options from the Recording Control window, and  
then click Advanced Controls.  
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7 Place a check in the Alternate Microphone check box. (This box may be  
labeled Mic2 Select or 1 Mic Boost.)  
8 Click Close.  
9 Click X (Close) on the upper-right corner of the Recording Control window.  
adjusting microphone volume  
If you need to adjust the volume of the microphone, follow the procedure below:  
1 Double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar. The Volume Control  
window opens.  
2 Select Options and click Properties.  
3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording.  
4 In Show the following volume controls, place a check in the Microphone  
check box.  
5 Click OK.  
6 Adjust the volume for Microphone Balance. If the volume is now acceptable,  
proceed directly to step 10.  
NOTE: If you do not see the Advanced button, select Options from the  
Recording Control window, and then click Advanced Controls.  
7 To make finer adjustments to the sound, click the Advanced button, and then  
select the (Microphone) 1 Mic Boost check box.  
8 Click Close.  
9 Repeat step 6, if needed.  
10 Click X (Close) on the upper-right corner of the Volume Control window.  
using the microphone with multi-channel audio  
The multi-channel speaker system (select models only) connects to the PC using  
the Microphone, Audio (Line) In, and Audio (Line) Out connectors on the back  
of the PC. Your PC may have a second microphone on the front of the PC. If  
present, this microphone is ready to use and does not affect the use of the multi-  
channel audio speaker system.  
To use the microphone connector on the back of the PC with a multi-channel  
audio speaker system, you must disconnect the cables for the multi-channel  
speakers and change the audio configuration to a 2-channel audio system. Refer  
to “configuring the multi-channel sound manager“ on page 47 to set the audio  
configuration.  
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working with digital images  
You can connect a digital image source, such as a digital camera or a digital  
video camera, directly to the PC or through a docking station. Digital picture  
files you copy or download from the device appear in the My Pictures folder.  
You can copy digital picture files from the memory cards used by digital  
cameras and other digital imaging devices by using the 7-In-1 memory card  
reader (select models only). Refer to “about the 7-in-1 memory card reader”  
on page 50.  
about the 7-in-1 memory card reader  
Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media,  
to store digital picture files. The optional 7-In-1 memory card reader (select  
models only) can read and can write to six types of memory cards and the IBM  
Microdrive disk drive.  
The card reader is accessible on the front of the PC. It has four horizontal card  
slots which accept the memory cards and the microdrive disk drive.  
Card  
4-slot Reader  
Lower left slot  
Lower left slot  
Lower left slot  
Upper right slot  
Upper right slot  
Lower right slot  
Upper left slot  
CompactFlash™ type I media  
CompactFlash type II media  
IBM Microdrive disk drive  
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card  
MultiMediaCard (MMC)  
Memory Stick® (MS) Memory Card  
SmartMedia™ (SM) Memory Card  
You can place media in one or more of the card slots and use each media  
independently. Place only one piece of media in a slot at one time.  
Each card slot has its own drive letter and icon. When you insert media, the  
display label may change to the title of the media, if the title is present.  
special note about the safely remove hardware utility  
CAUTION: Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware  
window with the USB Mass Storage Device selected. Doing so  
removes the operating system recognition of the 7-In-1 memory  
card reader from your PC; you must restart the PC to see your  
memory card reader again.  
If you open the Safely Remove Hardware window by mistake, click Close.  
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using the 7-in-1 memory card reader  
NOTE: CompactFlash and Microdrive are keyed and cannot be inserted  
incorrectly. Insert the receptacle edge (holes) of this media into the slot.  
1 Insert the media into the card slot until it stops. The in-use light (A) on the  
card reader lights, and the PC automatically detects the media.  
2 The PC opens a window so you can use the media contents. You can copy files  
from or to the media.  
3 When you are done, right-click the drive icon, select Eject, check that the in-  
use light is on but not blinking, and then remove the media. A steady light  
indicates that the PC is not reading or writing the media.  
WARNING: Do not try to remove media when the In-use light is  
blinking. Doing so may cause loss of data.  
4-slot memory card reader  
A In-use light  
A
B Upper left slot  
C Lower left slot  
D Upper right slot  
E Lower right slot  
D
E
B
C
Card  
Insert  
Into 4-slot reader  
CompactFlash type I media  
CompactFlash type II media  
IBM Microdrive disk drive  
Receptacle edge (holes)  
Receptacle edge (holes)  
Receptacle edge (holes)  
Facing up  
C (lower left)  
C (lower left)  
C (lower left)  
D (upper right)  
D (upper right)  
E (lower right)  
B (upper left)  
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card  
MultiMediaCard (MMC)  
Facing up  
Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card  
SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card  
Facing up  
Facing up  
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using your cd, dvd, and diskette drives  
your drive options  
Your PC has one or more of the following drives:  
Drive  
What it does  
CD-ROM  
Reads audio and data CD discs.  
CD-RW or “cd writer”  
DVD-ROM  
Reads and records (burns) audio and data CD discs.  
Reads audio and data CD and DVD discs.  
Reads and records (burns) audio and data CD and DVD discs.  
DVD+RW/+R or  
“dvd writer”  
Combination Drive or  
Combo drive  
Combines the functions of two drives into one. There are  
two versions:  
• A DVD Writer drive and a CD-RW drive.  
Or  
• A DVD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive.  
Diskette (floppy)  
Reads and writes to a 3.5” diskette (floppy disk).  
handling cds/dvds  
To avoid damaging a disc, follow these guidelines:  
• Return the disc to the case when you are finished using it.  
• Handle the disc by its outside edges or center hole only.  
• Do not touch the unlabeled side of a disc or place the unlabeled side down on  
your desk. Doing so could scratch the surface of the disc.  
• Store discs at room temperature.  
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inserting and removing cds and dvds  
CAUTION: Use only standard shaped discs in your drives. Using  
non-standard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business card  
discs, may damage your drive.  
To insert a CD or DVD:  
1 With your PC turned on, press the Eject button (A) near the drive to open the  
disc tray.  
A
A
IN  
2 Remove the CD/DVD from its case, holding the disc edges only.  
3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up.  
NOTE: On a double-sided DVD, read the text around the inner hole of the  
disc to determine which side (A versus B or Standard versus Widescreen) to  
play. Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up for the side you want  
to play.  
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4 Close the disc tray by:  
• Gently pushing the tray into the PC.  
Or  
• Clicking the close/open button on the control panel for the program (such  
as MusicMatch Jukebox or Windows Media Player) that controls the drive.  
Or  
• Pressing the media control open/close button or Eject button on the  
keyboard (select models only).  
Or  
• Pressing the Eject button on the drive, if it is accessible.  
To remove a CD or DVD:  
1 With the PC turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button.  
NOTE: You cannot eject the disc tray when the PC is off.  
2 Holding on to the disc edges or center hole only, lift the CD or DVD out of  
the tray.  
3 Place the disc in its case.  
4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC.  
using the combo drive  
The combination drive is available on select models only. It combines the  
functions of two drives into one: Either a DVD+RW/+R drive (dvd writer) and  
a CD-RW drive, or a DVD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive.  
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using the diskette (floppy) drive  
The diskette (floppy) drive is available on select model PCs. If your PC does not  
already have a diskette drive, you cannot add one to the PC chassis as an  
internal drive. Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external  
storage device to suit your needs.  
If your PC has a diskette (floppy) drive (select models only), you can use a 3.5”  
diskette (floppy disk) to store files:  
1 Insert the diskette with the round metal disk facing down and the arrow on  
the top pointing into the drive.  
2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it locks in place.  
3 You can copy files from or to the diskette. Refer to the Windows Explorer  
section of Windows Help for instructions on copying files to and from a  
diskette.  
4 When you are ready to remove the diskette, check that the light on the drive is  
off. This indicates that the PC is not writing to the diskette.  
5 Press the Eject button on the PC to remove the diskette. Remove the diskette  
from the drive prior to turning off the PC.  
CAUTION: Removing a diskette when the drive is reading from or  
writing to the diskette can damage the diskette or the information  
stored on it.  
playing cds and dvds  
Your PC includes software that lets you:  
• Play music CDs by using either MusicMatch Jukebox (select models) on page  
55 or Windows Media Player on page 56.  
• Play DVDs by using either Windows Media Player on page 56 or InterVideo  
WinDVD Player (select models) on page 57.  
playing music cds with musicmatch jukebox  
MusicMatch Jukebox lets you:  
• Play music CDs.  
• Record digital music files to your hard disk drive.  
• Create music CDs by using your CD-RW drive.  
• Organize your digital music into libraries.  
• Listen to music over the Internet.  
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If you are connected to the Internet when playing a music CD, MusicMatch  
Jukebox searches a CD database on the Internet, displays the song titles in the  
Playlist area, and then begins playing the CD. The next time you play this CD,  
you don’t need to be connected to the Internet — MusicMatch Jukebox displays  
the song titles from memory.  
To play a music CD:  
1 Insert the music CD into the drive.  
• The MusicMatch Jukebox window opens. If the Audio CD wizard window  
opens, select MusicMatch Jukebox from the list. You may have to scroll  
down in the window to see MusicMatch.  
Or  
• If the MusicMatch window does not automatically open, click Start on the  
taskbar, choose All Programs, choose Music, choose MusicMatch and then  
click MusicMatch Jukebox.  
2 To control the CD in the drive, click the CD tab at the top of the MusicMatch  
Jukebox window. To play a particular song, double-click its song title (or track  
number) in the Playlist. You can also control the CD by using the keyboard  
media control buttons (select models only).  
For more information on this software, click the Help menu in the MusicMatch  
Jukebox menu bar.  
playing cds and dvds with windows media player  
You can play audio CDs or movie DVDs using this software. Your PC must have  
a DVD drive to play DVD movies. You can use Windows Media Player to:  
• Record digital music files to your hard disk drive.  
• Create music CDs by using your CD-RW drive (select models) or  
DVD+RW/+R drive (select models).  
• Organize your digital music into libraries.  
• Listen to music or view a music video over the Internet.  
• Play DVD movies (if your PC has a DVD drive).  
To play a music CD:  
1 Insert the music CD into the drive.  
• The Windows Media Player window opens. If the Audio CD wizard  
window opens, select Windows Media Player from the list. You may have  
to scroll down in the window to see Windows Media Player.  
Or  
• If the Windows Media Player window does not automatically open, click  
Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, and then click Windows Media  
Player.  
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2 To play the CD, click the buttons in the Windows Media Player window. To  
play a particular song, double-click its song title (or track number) in the  
Playlist. You can also control the CD by using the media control buttons on  
the keyboard (select models).  
3 When you click the Media Guide or the Radio Tuner features, Windows  
Media Player connects to the Internet and obtains information about the CD  
selections or streaming radio stations.  
For more information on this software, refer to the online Help within the  
Windows Media Player: Click the Help menu in the Windows Media Player  
menu bar. If necessary, first display the menu bar by clicking the up-arrow icon  
in the upper left corner of the Windows Media Player window.  
dvd terms  
playing dvd movies with the intervideo  
windvd player  
The InterVideo WinDVD Player program uses a DVD drive (select models only)  
to run software from CDs or DVDs, play music CDs, and play DVD movies.  
Title: Each DVD can  
hold one or more titles.  
Most full-length movies  
have only one title on  
the DVD, but some DVDs  
include several short  
You can also use Windows Media Player and a DVD drive to play DVD movies;  
refer to “playing cds and dvds with windows media player“ on page 56.  
movies, with each movie  
being a separate title.  
Chapter: Each title is  
divided into multiple  
chapters. A chapter is a  
particular segment or  
scene in the movie.  
When watching a DVD  
movie, you have the  
ability to jump to the  
next chapter, the  
NOTE: Most DVD movies are localized to geographical countries/regions. For  
information about this, see “using country/region codes“ on page 59.  
To start InterVideo WinDVD Player:  
1 Insert the disc into the DVD drive.  
NOTE: On a double-sided DVD, read the text around the inner hole of the  
disc to determine which side (A versus B or Standard versus Widescreen) to  
play. Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up for the side you want  
to play.  
previous chapter, or to a  
specific chapter.  
Frame: A single image  
in a movie is called a  
frame.  
2 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC.  
The movie plays in its own resizable video window, and the WinDVD control  
panel appears.  
Or  
If the program does not automatically open:  
1 Click Start.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose Video.  
4 Choose InterVideo WinDVD Player.  
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5 Click InterVideo WinDVD 4.  
A Control Panel  
B Video window  
You may want to start WinDVD and adjust the settings before inserting the disc  
and starting the movie. To start WinDVD without a disc in the drive:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose Video.  
4 Click InterVideo WinDVD Player.  
5 Click InterVideo WinDVD 4.  
The WinDVD video window and control panel opens.  
NOTE: If you are playing a movie full screen and the WinDVD control panel is  
hidden, you can redisplay it by clicking anywhere in the video window.  
To use the WinDVD control panel:  
• To see what a button does on the control panel, place the mouse pointer on  
the button; the button title appears onscreen.  
• To move the WinDVD control panel, place the mouse pointer on the panel  
(but not on a button), and drag it to the desired location on the screen.  
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• To resize the video window when it is not full screen, place the mouse pointer  
on a window corner and drag the border.  
Or  
Click the Full Screen button in the upper-right corner of the WinDVD  
control panel.  
• For information on the InterVideo WinDVD software, refer to the online Help  
within the program by clicking the ? (question mark) icon in the WinDVD  
control panel.  
using country/region codes  
Most DVD discs have country/region codes embedded in the disc data that limit  
where the DVD movie can be played.  
The country/region number is usually placed over a world globe printed on the  
DVD packaging and disc. DVDs without country/region codes will play on any  
player or drive in any country/region.  
WARNING: You can change countries/regions only five times  
before the country/region code locks and becomes permanent.  
Once the code locks, you can play DVDs from that country/region  
only. If the country/region code locks, and you need help, contact  
Support.  
The six major DVD  
countries/regions are:  
WinDVD is not pre-set to a particular country/region — the country/region  
code of the first DVD movie you play determines your DVD country/region.  
• Country/Region 1:  
For example, if you play a DVD with a country/region 1 code, WinDVD sets the  
current country/region of your DVD player to 1. If you later play a DVD that is  
coded for a different country/region, WinDVD asks if you want to set this as the  
current country/region.  
North America  
• Country/Region 2:  
Japan, Europe,  
Middle East,  
South Africa  
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• Country/Region 3:  
Southeast Asia  
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the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by national  
copyright law.  
• Country/Region 4:  
Australia,  
New Zealand,  
Mexico, Central  
and South America  
If your PC has a CD-RW or DVD Writer (select models only), your PC has  
recording software and you can make your own music or data CDs.  
• Country/Region 5:  
Northwest Asia,  
North Africa  
Use a CD-R disc if you are going to play the disc in a CD player, CD-ROM,  
CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD+RW/+R drive. CD-R discs are compatible with  
more players than CD-RW discs are.  
• Country/Region 6:  
China  
NOTE: For more information about recording CDs, refer to the Help menu in the  
RecordNow! software program.  
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getting started with recordnow!  
NOTE: The CD-RW or DVD Writer drive is available on select models only.  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose CD(DVD) Recorder.  
4 Click RecordNow!, and then click RecordNow! again.  
NOTE: Previously recorded files on CD-RW discs must be erased before  
recording music files. CD-R discs cannot be erased.  
5 If you need to erase a disc (CD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R): Insert the disc, click  
the Data Projects tab at the top of the RecordNow! window, and then click  
Erase Disc to remove previously recorded files from the disc.  
Continue by following the steps under “creating a music cd” on page 60, or  
“creating a data cd” on page 61.  
creating a music cd  
RecordNow! creates closed session music CDs, which means you must record all  
music files on one CD in one recording session. Music files can be recorded  
repeatedly on a rewriteable CD-RW disc, but all previously recorded files must  
be erased first. CD-R discs cannot be erased. See “getting started with  
recordnow!” on page 60.  
NOTE: CD-R discs play in most home and car stereos. CD-RW discs play only in  
some stereos.  
To record a CD-R or CD-RW disc:  
1 Open RecordNow!, and if necessary erase the CD-RW disc; see “getting  
started with recordnow!” on page 60.  
2 Click the Audio Projects tab at the top of the RecordNow! window.  
3 Click a project option:  
• Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player  
• Exact Copy  
• Jukebox CD  
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to finish recording your disc.  
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creating a data cd  
Use RecordNow! to copy a data disc or to copy personal data files from your  
hard disk drive. Insert a blank or an appendable disc to copy to.  
To create a data CD:  
1 Open RecordNow!, and if necessary erase all files from the disc; see “getting  
started with recordnow!” on page 60.  
2 Click the Data Projects tab at the top of the RecordNow! window.  
3 Select a project option:  
• Data Disc  
• Exact Copy  
• Erase Disc  
4 Follow the onscreen instructions to finish.  
You can add new data files to a CD-R or CD-RW disc in a later recording session  
if disc space is available. You can also update previously recorded files that have  
the same name as your new data files on your CD-RW disc.  
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windows media player  
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the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by national  
copyright law.  
Your PC has recording software called Windows Media Player. You copy or  
download music to the Windows Media Player Media Library and can then  
organize or copy the music files. You can copy Window Media files that have a  
.wma extension, .mp3 files, or .wav files to a CD by using a CD-RW drive or a  
DVD Writer drive. You can also use Windows Media Player to copy music files  
to a portable device or memory card.  
Use a CD-R disc if you are going to play the disc in a CD player, CD-ROM,  
CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD+RW/+R drive. CD-R discs are compatible with  
more players than CD-RW discs are.  
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To create a music CD using Windows Media Player:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, and then click Windows  
Media Player.  
2 Click Copy to CD or Device.  
3 Follow the onscreen instructions to select the music files and the CD or  
device.  
For more information on this software, refer to the online Help within the  
Windows Media Player: Click the Help menu in the Windows Media Player  
menu bar. If necessary, first display the menu bar by clicking the up-arrow icon  
in the upper left corner of the Windows Media Player window.  
creating (burning) data cds using  
windows xp program  
Your PC has recording software to record data files, such as text files or digital  
pictures, onto CDs.  
1 Click Start on the taskbar and choose My Documents or the folder that has  
the files you want to copy.  
2 Select the file or files you want to copy.  
3 Click Copy to CD in the Tasks list.  
4 Click My Computer in the Other Places list and then double-click the disc  
drive you want to use.  
5 Insert a blank disc into the drive.  
6 Click Write these files to CD in the CD Writing Tasks list. The CD Writing  
Wizard window appears.  
7 Click Next.  
8 Click Finish.  
creating (burning) dvds using the  
dvd writer drive  
The DVD Writer drive (select models only) plays movie DVDs and music CDs,  
reads data CDs and DVDs , and records (burns) files to DVD+RW, DVD+R,  
CD-R, and CD-RW discs.  
NOTE: There are two types of DVD discs: DVD+RW/+R and DVD-R/-RW.  
DVD-R and DVD-RW discs do not work in the DVD Writer drive.  
For steps to view a movie, see “playing dvd movies with the intervideo windvd  
player“ on page 57.  
The guide for this drive is printed and included in the PC box (select models).  
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using a tv as a monitor  
Your PC may have TV-out (select models only) capability, which means you can  
connect it to a television to view the computer image on a TV screen. With the  
TV-out feature, you can view the computer image, watch DVD movies (if you  
have a DVD player), or play games on your TV.  
cables you may need  
To connect a TV to the PC, you may need a video cable and an audio cable (not  
provided, purchase separately). The type of video cable you need depends on  
your TV:  
• If your TV has an S-video jack, you need an S-video cable.  
• If your TV has a composite video jack, you need a composite video cable and,  
depending on the jacks on the back of your PC, you may also need an S-video  
adapter cable.  
connecting to a tv set  
To use your TV as a PC screen:  
1 Turn off the PC.  
2 Connect the TV cable using one of the following arrangements, depending on  
the connection jacks on your TV:  
• If your TV has an S-video jack, connect an S-video cable from the S-video  
In jack on the TV to the S-video jack on the back of the PC.  
C
A S-video cable  
B Back of PC  
C S-video jack  
A
B
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• If your TV has a composite video jack and your PC has a composite video  
jack, connect a composite video cable to the Video In jack on the TV to the  
composite video jack on the back of the PC.  
C
B
A Composite video  
cable  
B Back of PC  
C Composite video jack  
A
• If your TV has a composite video jack and your PC has only an S-video  
jack, connect a composite video cable to the Video In jack on the TV and to  
an S-video adapter cable. Connect the S-video adapter cable to the S-video  
jack on the back of the PC.  
D
A Composite video  
cable  
C
B S-video adapter cable  
C Back of PC  
D S-video jack  
A
B
NOTE: The S-video adapter cable is only needed if there is no composite video  
jack on the back of the PC.  
3 To have sound come from your TV instead of from your PC, plug an audio  
cable into the Audio input jack (Line In) on the TV and plug the other end  
of the audio cable into the Audio Out jack (green connector) on the back of  
the PC.  
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NOTE: The type of video card on your PC determines how the PC selects the  
TV-out option. Some options and menus in this procedure may be different for  
your PC.  
1 Make sure the video and audio cables are connected before you turn on the  
TV and the PC.  
2 Turn on the TV. Press the Video/TV button on your remote control to select  
the Video setting, not the TV setting.  
3 Turn on your PC.  
4 When the Windows desktop appears, right-click an empty area of the desktop  
and choose Properties.  
5 Click the Settings tab.  
6 Click the Advanced button.  
7 Click the nView tab, if available, and in the area nView Display Mode select  
Clone to view the computer image on your PC monitor and your TV  
simultaneously.  
NOTE: You can view the PC image on just the TV. In the area nView Display  
Mode, select Standard [Dualview], click the Device Settings button, choose  
Select Output Device, and then select the TV option.  
8 Click the OK button, and then click OK again.  
9 When the PC image appears on the TV screen, click Yes to keep the setting.  
You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous  
setting.  
NOTE: Some PC models can connect more than one display device (CRT  
monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, etc.) to the PC. You can quickly change where  
the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key and the F5 key on  
the keyboard at the same time.) Each time you press the Alt+F5 key  
combination, the PC desktop appears on the next device. If Alt+F5 does not  
work, restart the PC and try again.  
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disabling the tv option  
When you want to disconnect the TV from your PC, you may need to disable the  
TV option to return your PC display to its original resolution.  
1 Right-click an empty area of the screen, and chose Properties.  
2 Click the Settings tab.  
3 Click the Advanced button.  
4 Click the nView tab, click the nView Display Mode in the list on the left, and  
then select the Standard [Dualview] option.  
CAUTION: If you viewed the PC image on just the TV, do the  
following: With Standard [Dualview] selected in the area nView  
Display Mode, click the Device Settings button, choose Select Output  
Device, and then select the Analog Display option.  
5 Click the OK button, and then click OK again.  
6 When the PC image appears on the monitor screen, click Yes to keep the  
setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the  
previous setting.  
disconnecting the tv  
1 Disable the TV option. See the previous procedure.  
2 Turn off the TV and the PC.  
3 Remove the video cable from the TV and the PC.  
4 Remove the audio cable from the TV and the PC.  
5 Reconnect your PC speaker cable to the Line Out jack (lime green connector)  
on the back of the computer.  
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taking care of your pc  
protecting your pc from power surges  
Power surges, for example voltage spikes, power outages, or brownouts may  
cause software problems.  
Symptoms of voltage spikes include a flickering video display, unexpected PC  
startups, and the PC not responding to your commands. A voltage spike can  
occasionally corrupt or destroy files. Because of this, you should:  
• Consistently make backup copies of your data files.  
And  
• Prevent damage from voltage spikes by installing a PC surge suppressor  
between the electrical outlet and the PC power cord.  
using virus protection programs  
Compaq provides a virus-scanning software program to help protect your PC  
(select models only).  
A PC virus can destroy information on the hard disk drive. You can get a virus  
from infected files that you open from:  
• An e-mail message or attachment.  
• A file downloaded from the Internet.  
• A diskette (floppy disk).  
• A CD or DVD disc.  
Some viruses affect your PC immediately, while others may activate only if you  
open a certain file or do not delete the file before a certain date. New types of  
viruses are invented all the time.  
The virus-scanning software program on your PC has pre-set options that make  
your PC safe. After you enable the virus-scanning program, it checks your PC  
files for viruses.  
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The virus-scanning program manufacturer provides free virus scan updates  
through your Internet connection for an initial period after your PC purchase.  
You can purchase a subscription service for updates after the initial free period  
expires.  
You should take the following precautions to protect your PC:  
• Do not open unsolicited e-mail from unknown sources.  
• Download files only from sources you feel are safe.  
• Always scan documents for viruses before opening them.  
• Make sure you have the latest version of your virus-scanning software.  
If a software program or your operating system becomes damaged, reinstall the  
software. Refer to “using application recovery and system recovery“ on page 81  
for details.  
increasing available hard disk drive space  
Your PC comes with a hard disk drive. Depending on your model, the hard disk  
drive has from 40 gigabytes (GB) to more than 250 GB of total disk space.  
Your PC comes with preloaded software programs and a partition within the  
hard disk drive that takes up a certain amount of space on the hard disk drive.  
Refer to “using the recovery tools cd“ on page 86 for information on how to  
make this disk space available.  
unavailable hard disk drive space  
Preloaded software programs and a partition within the hard disk drive take up  
a certain amount of space on your hard disk drive.  
NOTE: The system recovery image is in a partitioned area of the hard disk drive;  
this disk space is usually not available for your use.  
The partition:  
• Houses a backup version of the operating system and the programs included  
with the PC.  
• Takes up about 5 GB of hard disk drive space, reducing the total amount of  
space available for your use.  
• Can be removed using the Recovery Tools CD (see “using the recovery  
tools cd“on page 86).  
Use the following procedures to:  
• View the amount of used and free disk space by using the System Tools Disk  
Management.  
• Uninstall unneeded programs.  
• Use the Disk Cleanup utility.  
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viewing the amount of used and free disk space  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is present.  
4 Double-click Administrative Tools.  
5 Double-click Computer Management. The Computer Management window  
opens.  
6 Double-click Storage.  
7 Double-click Disk Management (Local).  
Information displays for each drive on your PC. You may need to scroll the  
window to the right to see the capacity and free space sizes.  
emptying the recycle bin  
When you delete a file from the hard disk drive, it goes to the Recycle Bin. You  
can retrieve files from the Recycle Bin until you empty it. When you empty the  
Recycle Bin, the files are permanently deleted.  
1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on your Windows desktop.  
2 On the File menu, click Empty the Recycle Bin to delete all files.  
3 Click Yes to confirm the deletion.  
uninstalling programs  
CAUTION: Do not uninstall an unfamiliar program. If you need it,  
you may not be able to recover it using Application Recovery.  
1 Click Start.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Double-click Add or Remove Programs, if it is present.  
4 Click the Change or Remove Programs icon on the left of the screen, if it is  
not already selected.  
5 Select the program to uninstall.  
6 Click the Change/Remove button, and then follow the onscreen instructions.  
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removing desktop icons  
You can remove most desktop icons by either deleting them or moving them to  
an unused icons folder.  
CAUTION: Do not delete unfamiliar desktop icons. Instead, follow  
the steps to move unfamiliar desktop icons to the Unused Desktop  
Shortcuts folder.  
Delete a desktop icon by right-clicking the icon and then selecting Delete.  
To move a desktop icon to the Unused Desktop Shortcuts folder:  
1 Click Start.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Appearance and Themes, if it is present.  
4 Double-click Display.  
5 On the Desktop tab, click Customize Desktop.  
6 Under Desktop cleanup, click Clean Desktop Now.  
7 Follow the onscreen instructions.  
Retrieve a desktop icon by opening the Unused Desktop Shortcuts folder on  
your desktop and dragging the icon onto the desktop.  
cleaning up your hard disk drive  
As you use your PC and store files, the hard disk drive fills up and becomes  
cluttered, affecting performance. To manage this, delete files you are not using.  
1 Close all open programs.  
2 Click Start on the taskbar.  
3 Click My Computer.  
4 Right-click the hard disk drive you want to clean, and click Properties.  
5 On the General tab, click Disk Cleanup.  
6 Wait for the calculations to complete.  
CAUTION: Do not delete unfamiliar files. If in doubt, do not delete.  
7 Select the types of files you want to delete, click OK, and then click Yes.  
8 Click OK to close the window.  
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troubleshooting  
For help on general and miscellaneous problems you may be experiencing with  
your PC, refer to the following pages for possible solutions. For more detailed  
information, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the  
taskbar and select Help and Support.  
Symptom describes  
the sign or warning  
message for the type of  
problem.  
To find help for problems with your PC, see the table in this section that  
describes the symptom, problem, and solution for your situation. Look up the  
description of the symptom or problem, and try the solution listed. The tables  
appear in this order:  
Problem identifies one  
or more reasons why the  
symptom may have  
occurred.  
• Audio  
• CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD Writer Drive  
• Diskette (Floppy) Drive  
• Display (Monitor)  
• Hard Disk Drive  
Solution describes  
what you should do to  
try to solve the problem.  
• Hardware Installation  
• Internet Access  
• Keyboard and Mouse  
• Memory  
• Power  
• Miscellaneous  
Some of the symptoms listed may not apply to your PC. For problems relating  
specifically to the monitor or printer, refer to the equipment documentation.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
No sound is produced.  
Volume is muted.  
Press the Mute button on the keyboard to see if the mute  
feature is turned on.  
Or  
1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is  
present, and then double-click Sounds and Audio  
Devices.  
3 Click the Mute check box to remove the check mark  
from the box.  
Volume is turned down.  
Speakers are turned off.  
Use the keyboard controls to increase the volume.  
Check whether speakers are turned on.  
Speaker cables are not  
properly connected.  
Turn off your PC, and reconnect the speakers.  
PC is in standby mode.  
Press the Standby button (select models only) or press the  
Esc key on the keyboard to resume from standby mode.  
A passive speaker system is  
being used.  
Replace the speaker system with an active speaker system.  
Active speakers have a power cord and On button, and  
connect to the Audio Out (green) connector on the PC.  
Headphones are  
plugged in.  
Unplug the headphones.  
cd-rom, cd-rw, dvd-rom, or dvd writer drive  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-  
ROM, or DVD+RW/+R  
drive cannot read a disc or  
takes too long to start.  
Disc is upside down in the  
drive tray.  
Reinsert the disc with the label facing up.  
DVD drive takes longer to  
start because it has to  
determine media type being solutions listed in this topic.  
played.  
Wait at least 30 seconds to let the DVD drive determine the  
type of media. If it still does not start, read the other  
Disc is dirty.  
Clean the disc with a CD cleaning kit, available from most  
PC stores.  
Windows does not detect  
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM  
driver.  
Driver program may be corrupted. Force the software to  
reinstall it by doing the following:  
1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is  
present, and then double-click System.  
3 Click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device  
Manager button.  
4 Click the plus sign (+) next to the DVD/CD-ROM drives,  
and select the problem drive.  
5 Click the Action menu item, and select Uninstall.  
6 Restart your PC: Click Start, click Turn Off  
Computer, and then click Restart.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Recording audio CDs is  
difficult or impossible.  
Wrong disc type or poor  
quality disc is being used.  
Verify that you are using the correct disc type (media) for  
the drive. Try a different brand of disc.  
Cannot remove a CD or  
DVD disc.  
The PC is turned off.  
Turn on your PC and press the Eject button to extend  
the tray.  
Cannot create (burn) a CD.  
Problem with disc.  
• Make sure the disc is clean and undamaged. If  
recording stopped during a recording session, the disc  
may be damaged; use a different disc.  
• Use the correct type of disc for the type of files you are  
recording. When using a CD-R disc, make sure it is  
blank when recording music, and is blank or  
appendable (disc with space to add more data files)  
when recording data.  
• Make sure the label is face up and centered in the tray.  
Problem with drive.  
• Make sure the disc is in the correct drive.  
• Make sure the recording disc tray is clean and  
undamaged.  
• Select a slower write speed for the recording drive. Refer  
to the Help menu in the RecordNow! recording program  
to choose the speed.  
Problem with PC operation.  
• Close all software programs and windows before  
recording.  
• If you are on a network, copy the files from a network  
drive to your hard disk drive first, and then record them  
to disc.  
• Restart the PC and try again.  
diskette (floppy) drive (select models only)  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
PC is unable to read the  
diskette (floppy disk).  
A non-formatted diskette has To format the diskette:  
been inserted.  
1 Click Start, and then click My Computer.  
2 Right-click the 3½ Floppy (A:) icon.  
3 Select Format.  
4 Select the desired options, and click Start to begin  
formatting the diskette.  
Use a new diskette.  
Diskette is damaged.  
Diskette drive has failed.  
Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
Invalid system disk message  
displays.  
A diskette has been left in  
the drive during startup.  
When drive activity stops, remove the diskette and press the  
Spacebar. The PC should start up.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Diskette drive activity light  
stays on.  
Diskette is improperly  
inserted.  
Remove the diskette, and reinsert it: Insert the diskette with  
the round metal disk facing-down and the arrow on the top  
pointing into the drive, and then push the diskette in until it  
stops.  
Diskette drive is damaged.  
Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
Diskette drive cannot save  
(write) information to the  
diskette.  
Diskette is full or the file is  
too big.  
Use another diskette or compress the file to reduce its size.  
Diskette is write-protected.  
Slide the write-protection tab to the unlocked position on the  
diskette.  
File Save command was not  
properly executed.  
When saving information to the diskette drive, verify that  
you are using the correct drive letter.  
Diskette is damaged.  
Replace the diskette.  
Diskette is not formatted.  
To format the diskette:  
1 Click Start, and then click My Computer.  
2 Right-click the 3½ Floppy (A:) icon.  
3 Select Format.  
4 Select the desired options, and click Start to begin  
formatting the diskette.  
NOTE: If you encounter display (monitor) problems, refer to the documentation that came with your monitor  
and to the common causes and solutions listed in this table.  
display (monitor)  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Screen is blank, and monitor Monitor power cable is not  
Reconnect the power plug on the back of the monitor and  
on the wall outlet.  
power light is not lit.  
connected to the monitor or  
to the wall outlet.  
Monitor is off (not  
turned on).  
Press the On button on the front of the monitor.  
Screen is blank.  
Screen saver is enabled.  
Press any key or move the mouse to make the screen  
display visible again.  
PC is in standby mode.  
Press the Standby button (select models only) or press the  
Esc key on the keyboard to resume from standby mode.  
PC is in hibernation mode or Press the On button to turn on the PC.  
is off.  
Monitor connector cable is  
not properly connected to  
the back of the PC.  
Inspect the monitor video connector for bent pins. If no pins  
are bent, reconnect the monitor connector cable on the  
back of the PC.  
Images on the screen are  
The screen resolution setting  
Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows. See  
too large or too small, or the may not be set to your liking “adjusting the monitor” on page 30 for instructions. See  
images are fuzzy.  
or may not be the best for  
your monitor.  
your monitor documentation for the best resolution for your  
monitor.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
PC seems to be locked up  
and not responding.  
Program in use has stopped  
responding to commands.  
Use the Windows Task Manager to close any programs not  
responding or to Restart the PC:  
1 Press the Ctrl, Alt, and Del keys on the keyboard at the  
same time.  
2 Select the program that is not responding, and click  
End Task.  
Or  
Click Shut Down and then click Restart.  
If this does not work, press the On button for 4 or more  
seconds to turn off the PC. Then, press the On button.  
Hard disk drive error  
message displays.  
Part of hard disk drive has  
failed or is about to fail.  
Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
hardware installation  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
A new device is not  
recognized as part of the  
system.  
Device driver is not  
installed.  
Install the device driver from the CD or diskette provided  
with the device, or download and install the driver from the  
device manufacturer’s Web site.  
You may need an updated driver for Windows XP. Contact  
the device vendor directly for an update.  
For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Refer to the  
Warranty & Support Guide for details.  
Device connector is not  
seated or connected  
properly.  
Ensure that the device is properly and securely connected  
and that the pins in the connector are not bent down.  
Cable(s) of new external  
device are loose, or power  
cables are unplugged.  
Ensure that all cables are properly and securely connected  
and that the pins in the cable or connector are not bent.  
Power switch of new device  
is not turned on.  
Turn off the PC, turn on the external device, and then turn  
on the PC to integrate the device with the PC system.  
When the system advised  
you of changes to the  
configuration, you did not  
accept them.  
Restart the PC, and follow the instructions for accepting the  
changes.  
A Plug and Play card may  
not automatically configure  
when added if the default  
configuration conflicts with  
other devices.  
Deselect the automatic settings in the operating system for  
the card, and choose a basic configuration that doesn’t  
cause a resource conflict.  
You can also reconfigure or disable devices to resolve the  
resource conflict.  
New device does not work.  
Cannot install new device  
driver.  
You must be logged in as the computer administrator to  
install or uninstall a device driver. To switch users, click  
Start, click Log Off, and then click Switch User; choose  
the computer administrator user. (The computer  
administrator is usually the user Owner.)  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
New or existing device does A hardware device conflict  
To resolve a device conflict, you may need to disable one  
of the devices or uninstall an old device driver.  
1 Click Start and choose Control Panel.  
not work after installing a  
new device.  
exists.  
2 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is  
present.  
3 Double-click the System icon and select the  
Hardware tab.  
4 Click the Device Manager button.  
5 Click the + (plus) symbol next to the problem device  
and check for exclamation points in a yellow circle near  
the device icon. The exclamation point means there is a  
device conflict or problem with the device. Exclamation  
points do not always appear when a device is not  
working properly.  
6 If there is an old or unnecessary device driver listed in  
the Device Manager, this may be causing the device  
conflict. To uninstall the old driver for the new device  
driver to work properly, do the following: Right-click the  
device, click Uninstall, and then click OK.  
7 Right-click the device and select Properties.  
8 If available, click the Resources tab to verify that there  
is a device conflict.  
9 Click the General tab to see if your device is enabled  
and working properly. If it is available, click the  
Troubleshoot button and follow the onscreen  
instructions in the device troubleshooter wizard.  
10 Restart the PC. Click Start, click Turn Off Computer,  
and then click Restart.  
internet access  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Cannot connect to the  
Internet.  
Internet Service Provider  
(ISP) account is not set up  
properly.  
Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP for assistance.  
Modem is not set up  
properly.  
Reconnect the modem, verifying connections; see page 7.  
Note that your PC may also have an Ethernet network  
interface (also called a network interface card, or NIC) that  
connects to a LAN (Local Area Network). Although it looks  
similar to the modem connector, the RJ-45 Ethernet network  
connector is not the same. Verify that you are using the  
modem connector. Do not connect a telephone cable to the  
NIC. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service  
line; doing so may damage the NIC.  
Web browser is not set up  
properly.  
Verify that the Web browser is installed and set up to work  
with your ISP.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Cannot automatically start  
Internet programs.  
You must log in to your ISP  
before some programs will  
start.  
Log in to your ISP, and start the desired program.  
Internet takes too long to  
download Web sites.  
Modem is not set up  
properly.  
Verify that the correct modem speed and COM port are  
selected:  
1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present.  
3 Double-click Phone and Modem Options.  
4 Select the Modems tab, and then click the Properties  
button.  
5 In the Device status area, verify the modem is working  
properly.  
6 In the Device usage area, verify the modem is enabled.  
7 If there are further problems, click the Troubleshoot  
button and follow the onscreen instructions.  
The AOL program comes up The PC is still trying to use  
You may want to remove the AOL program.  
To uninstall AOL:  
even it is not being used.  
AOL for Internet access.  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Double-click Add or Remove Programs.  
4 Select America Online, click Change/Remove, and  
then click Yes when the confirmation window opens.  
NOTE: Removing the AOL program will not cancel your  
account with AOL.  
keyboard and mouse  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Keyboard commands and  
typing are not recognized  
by the PC.  
Keyboard connector is not  
properly connected.  
Turn off the PC by using the mouse, reconnect the keyboard  
to the back of your PC, and turn on your PC.  
Program in use has stopped  
responding to commands.  
Restart or turn off your PC using the mouse.  
Keyboard is damaged.  
Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
Cursor will not move using  
the arrow keys on the  
keypad.  
The Num Lock key may  
be on.  
Press the Num Lock key. The Num Lock light should not be  
on if you want to use the arrow keys in the number keys  
group.  
The keyboard Print button  
does not work.  
Some programs do not  
recognize the Print button.  
Use the Print menu item in the program.  
Wireless keyboard does not Keyboard batteries are low  
Replace the two AA alkaline batteries in the wireless  
keyboard; then set the ID channel by pressing the Connect  
button on the wireless receiver and then on the keyboard.  
Refer to the documentation that came with your wireless set.  
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not detected.  
or empty.  
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Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Mouse does not respond to  
movement or is too slow.  
Mouse connector is not  
properly plugged into the  
back of the PC.  
Turn off your PC using the keyboard:  
1 Press the Ctrl and Esc keys on the keyboard at the same  
time to display the Start menu.  
2 Use the up or down arrow key to select Turn Off  
Computer, and then press the Enter key on the  
keyboard.  
3 Use the up or down arrow key to select Turn Off, and  
then press the Enter key.  
After the shutdown is complete, plug the mouse connector  
into the back of your PC and turn on your PC.  
Program in use has stopped  
responding to commands.  
Restart your PC by using the keyboard. If possible, save any  
open files and close open applications before restarting.  
Mouse moves only vertically Mouse roller ball is dirty.  
or horizontally.  
Remove roller ball cover from bottom of mouse and clean  
the ball with a damp, lint-free cloth (not paper).  
Mouse is damaged.  
Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
Mouse does not work after  
installation or is not  
detected.  
Mouse is not connected  
properly.  
Try unplugging and then reconnecting the mouse cable to  
your PC.  
Wireless mouse batteries  
are low or empty.  
Replace the two AA alkaline batteries in the mouse; then set  
the ID channel by pressing the Connect button on the  
wireless receiver and then on the mouse. Refer to the  
documentation that came with your wireless set.  
Optical mouse does not  
track cursor well.  
The optical sensor uses the  
pattern of the surface to  
track the position of the  
cursor. Reflective surfaces,  
grooved surfaces, glass, or  
other see-through surfaces  
inhibit the ability of the  
sensor to track the cursor.  
Place the mouse on a mousepad or white sheet of paper.  
Mouse sensor is dirty.  
Wipe the light sensor lens on the bottom of the mouse with  
a lint-free cloth (not paper).  
Mouse cursor moves  
too fast.  
The wireless mouse moves  
the cursor more quickly than  
a standard mouse.  
Adjust the mouse speed. See page 21.  
memory  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
Insufficient memory message All memory in the PC is  
Close all open programs, and then try desired task again.  
Or  
Restart your PC:  
1 Click the Start button.  
2 Click Turn Off Computer.  
3 Select Restart.  
is displayed.  
being used by open  
programs, and memory is  
needed for a desired task.  
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power  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
PC will not turn on and/or  
start.  
PC is not securely connected Ensure that cables connecting the PC to the external power  
to an external power source. source are plugged in properly.  
Monitor is not connected or  
is not on.  
Connect the monitor to the PC, plug it in, and turn it on.  
Line voltage selection switch Set the line voltage selection switch to the correct setting for  
is not in the proper position  
for your country/region  
(115V/230V).  
your country/region, or refer to the Warranty & Support  
Guide to contact Support.  
Wall outlet is defective.  
Test the outlet by connecting a different electrical device to  
the outlet.  
Wrong memory modules  
Reinstall the old memory to return your PC to its original  
were used in an upgrade, or state. Refer to “upgrading and servicing the pc” for  
memory modules were  
installed in the wrong  
location.  
instructions.  
Hard disk drive is damaged. Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help &  
Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide  
to contact Support for replacement details.  
After an upgrade or repair,  
the drive power, data, or  
power supply cables may  
not be properly connected.  
Reseat drive power, data, and power supply cables. See  
the “upgrading and servicing the pc” for instructions.  
PC appears locked up  
and won’t turn off when  
the On button is pressed.  
PC is not working.  
Press and hold the On button until the PC turns off.  
PC powered off  
automatically.  
The unit temperature was  
exceeded.  
Unit is in an exceedingly hot environment. Let it cool down.  
Ensure PC air vents are not blocked and internal fan is  
running. Note that your PC may not have an internal fan.  
The unit temperature was  
exceeded because the PC  
was functioning with the  
cover or access panel  
removed.  
Replace cover or access panel, and let the PC cool down  
before attempting to turn on power to the PC.  
Processor or system fan has  
failed.  
Refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to contact Support  
for replacement details. Note that your PC may not have an  
internal fan.  
miscellaneous  
Symptom  
Problem  
Solution  
PC date and time display is  
incorrect.  
RTC (real-time clock) battery  
may need to be replaced.  
Battery life is approximately  
3–5 years.  
First, reset the date and time in your operating system by  
using the Control Panel. If the problem persists, replace the  
battery. See the “upgrading and servicing the pc” for  
instructions, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to  
contact Support for replacement details.  
Printer has problems.  
Printer will not print correctly If you encounter printer problems, refer to the  
or at all. documentation that came with your printer.  
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using application recovery and  
system recovery  
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.  
You need recovery discs (CDs or DVDs) for some repairs that use the Compaq  
Application Recovery program or the Compaq System Recovery program. The  
PC does not include recovery discs in the accessory box, but you can make your  
own recovery CDs or DVDs; see “creating recovery cds/dvds” on page 84.  
CAUTION: It is strongly recommended you create your recovery  
discs before you need them.  
You should also make the Compaq Recovery Tools CD. This CD contains  
utilities that allow you to make changes to your hard disk drive, including  
removing the recovery partition. See “using the recovery tools cd” on page 86.  
There are several methods to fix your PC, including using the System Recovery  
program. Try these methods in the order listed here, or refer to the table that  
follows the list.  
• Restart When you restart the computer, the PC starts over using the operating  
system and software in its memory. This is the simplest repair for your PC;  
just click Start, choose Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart.  
• Turn Off Computer When you turn off the computer and then turn it on  
again, you force the PC to copy the operating system into its memory and to  
clear some tracking information. This may eliminate some problems that can  
remain after performing a Restart. Refer to “turning off the pc“ on page 11.  
• Driver Rollback This Microsoft Windows XP feature is part of the Windows  
Installer program used with the Add or Remove Programs utility in the Control  
Panel. It can revert to the previous version of a driver program if an  
installation fails when you are installing a new version of the driver program.  
For more information, type Rollback into the Search box in Help and Support.  
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• System Restore This Microsoft Windows XP feature creates a restore point  
where it records the PC settings at that time and date. You can later return the  
PC to the settings recorded at the restore point. You can create a specific  
restore point, or have the operating system create a restore point. For  
example, when you use Add Programs to add a software program, the  
operating system automatically creates a restore point before it adds the  
software. Use System Restore to return the PC to the settings the PC had  
before you installed the program. For more information, type System Restore  
into the Search box in Help and Support.  
• Application and Driver Recovery If the problem with the PC seems to be  
with only one program or one driver, it may be that the application program  
or the driver program is damaged. You can reinstall individual factory-  
installed application programs and driver programs by using the Compaq  
Application Recovery program (select models only); see “application  
recovery“ on page 87.  
• System Recovery Use the Compaq System Recovery program as a last resort  
to reinstall the software. Perform System Recovery using the hard disk drive  
partition first; see “system recovery“ on page 87. If necessary, next perform  
System Recovery using the recovery discs and choose Standard Recovery; see  
“starting system recovery using recovery discs” on page 89. Finally, if  
necessary, perform System Recovery using the recovery discs and choose  
full System Recovery.  
Before using the Compaq System Recovery program or the Compaq Application  
Recovery program, use System Restore.  
NOTE: Your PC hard disk drive contains the System Recovery image in a  
partition area of the disk drive. The PC does not include recovery discs in the  
accessory box, but you can make your own recovery CDs or DVD; see “creating  
recovery cds/dvds” on page 84.  
When your PC stops working correctly, the Restart, Turn Off Computer, and  
Driver Rollback methods (described above) may resolve the problem. After you  
have tried these three methods, if needed, try the remaining actions, using the  
table that follows as a quick reference.  
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System  
System  
Recovery  
from the  
hard disk  
partition  
Recovery  
from the  
recovery  
CDs/DVDs  
Microsoft  
System  
Restore  
Application  
Recovery  
program  
Problem/Status  
You installed a new  
application or  
1
1
device driver.  
An application  
does not work.  
2
1
3
2
A device driver  
does not work.  
PC stops  
responding or does  
not work.  
1
2
3
1
You replaced the  
hard disk drive or  
removed the  
partition.  
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creating recovery cds/dvds  
1 You can recover (bring back) the operating system and programs that were  
included on your hard drive just as they were when you bought the  
computer.  
A hard drive is a disk  
inside the computer that  
stores the operating  
system, programs,  
and data.  
2 You recover the operating system and programs directly from your hard  
drive, where a copy was placed for your convenience.  
We call this part of your hard drive the “recovery partition.”  
The recovery partition takes up some space on your hard drive.  
3 You can copy the information of this recovery partition onto CDs or DVDs.  
4 Then, if you would like to make extra space available on your hard drive, you  
can delete the recovery partition using a special software tool.  
5 Do not delete your hard drive partition unless you have made recovery CDs  
or DVDs.  
1
3
2
5
4
The recovery discs can be used only with the specified PC model. The discs are  
licensed for use only with your PC. The recovery CDs/DVD can install the  
operating system and software on your PC hard disk drive if the software  
becomes corrupted or is accidentally erased.  
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using recovery cd-dvd creator  
Make recovery CDs or DVDs for your PC by using the Compaq Recovery  
CD-DVD Creator program before you experience any problem.  
The recovery discs set is a complete image of the original PC hard disk drive  
contents and is matched to your PC model number. The discs set contains the  
operating system, drivers, and application software that were originally installed  
on the PC at the factory.  
You can use this program to make only one set of recovery CDs or DVDs for  
your PC. The recovery discs you create can be used only on your PC.  
There are several advantages in using DVDs instead of CDs when creating your  
recovery discs set:  
• With a faster data transfer rate, a set of DVD recovery discs will have your PC  
running much sooner than a CD set will.  
• A set of DVDs will probably take you less time to create than a set of CDs.  
• A DVD has more capacity than a CD, so there are fewer discs to record  
and store.  
To use this program, your PC must have a CD-RW drive, DVD Writer drive, or  
other drive that can write to the CDs or DVDs. If necessary, purchase a  
Windows XP-compatible drive from your local PC or electronics store.  
The number of CDs/DVDs in the recovery set depends on your PC model. The  
program tells you the number of blank discs needed to make the set. The process  
takes some time, including up to 15 minutes per disc to verify that the  
information written on the disc is correct.  
You can quit the process at any time. The next time you run the program, it  
begins where you left off.  
to run the recovery cd-dvd creator program:  
1 Close any open programs. To close programs, click X in the upper-right corner  
of each window.  
2 Click Start on the taskbar.  
3 Choose All Programs.  
4 Choose PC Help & Tools.  
5 Click Compaq Recovery CD-DVD Creator. The creator window appears.  
6 Follow the onscreen instructions. Label each disc as you make it.  
Store the System Recovery discs in a safe place.  
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using the recovery tools cd  
Your PC allows you to create (burn) a Recovery Tools CD. After you make the  
Compaq Recovery Tools CD, you can use it to:  
• Read instructions to use each utility on the Recovery Tools CD.  
• Start the System Recovery program from the recovery partition.  
• Remove the System Recovery partition from your PC hard disk drive to  
increase space for data.  
• Create a new data partition on your PC hard disk drive.  
• Start the Microsoft Recovery Console (a utility from Microsoft that can  
perform operating system diagnostics and repairs).  
WARNING: Before using the Compaq Recovery Tools CD to change  
your hard disk drive, make System Recovery CDs for your PC  
by using the Compaq Recovery CD-DVD Creator program. You  
cannot make System Recovery CDs after you remove the system  
recovery partition.  
You must create (burn) the Recovery Tools CD before you can use it.  
to create or to start the recovery tools cd:  
1 Click Start on the taskbar.  
2 Choose All Programs.  
3 Choose PC Help & Tools.  
4 Click Compaq Recovery Tools CD. The tools window appears.  
5 Follow the onscreen instructions.  
Store the Recovery Tools CD in a safe place.  
system restore  
WARNING: Try System Restore before using the Compaq System  
Recovery program.  
If software on your hard drive accidentally gets erased or damaged, first use the  
Microsoft System Restore feature in Windows XP to restore the PC system and  
program settings.  
System Restore returns the PC settings to a selected restore point without  
affecting user programs or document files. For more information, type System  
Restore into the Search box in Help and Support.  
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to start system restore:  
1 Close all open programs.  
2 Click the Start button.  
3 Choose All Programs.  
4 Choose Accessories.  
5 Choose System Tools.  
6 Click System Restore.  
Follow the onscreen instructions.  
application recovery  
NOTE: Not all models include the Application Recovery program. Perform steps  
3 through 5 of the following procedure. If Compaq Application Recovery appears in  
the folder, your PC includes the program.  
If an individual factory-installed application or driver accidentally gets erased or  
damaged, you can reinstall the software using the Compaq Application  
Recovery program (select models).  
NOTE: Do not use the Application Recovery program to reinstall software  
programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the PC box. Reinstall these  
programs directly from the CDs or DVDs.  
to start application recovery:  
1 Close all applications and folders.  
2 Uninstall the existing (damaged) application; see “uninstalling programs“  
on page 69.  
3 Click Start on the taskbar.  
4 Choose All Programs.  
5 Choose PC Help & Tools.  
6 Click Compaq Application Recovery, and then click Yes.  
7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next.  
8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click Install.  
9 Follow the onscreen instructions.  
10 Repeat steps 7 through 9 to install other drivers or applications.  
11 When you have finished recovering applications or drivers, close the  
Application Recovery program. Then click Start, click Turn Off Computer,  
and click Restart to restart the PC.  
WARNING: Do not skip this last step! You must restart the PC when  
you are finished recovering applications or drivers.  
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system recovery  
When other methods of repairing your system software (like System Restore or  
Application Recovery) fail, you may want to use the Compaq System Recovery  
program as a last resort to reinstall the software.  
When necessary, you can reinstall the operating system and the application  
software that was originally installed on the PC at the factory by using the  
System Recovery program.  
WARNING: The Compaq System Recovery program will delete any  
data or programs that you installed after purchase. Be sure to back  
up any data that you want to keep onto a removable disc.  
The System Recovery program uses a special recovery partition on the hard disk  
that stores an image of the original software.  
NOTE: The System Recovery image is in a partition area of the hard disk drive  
and takes up part of the total drive space. This disk space is not usually available  
for your use.  
In the unlikely event that you replace the hard disk drive, or somehow damage  
the data in the special recovery partition on the hard disk drive, use recovery  
discs to reinstall the operating system and software on the hard disk drive.  
See ”system recovery using recovery discs“ on page 89.  
Make your own recovery discs (CDs or DVD) before you need them; see  
“creating recovery cds/dvds” on page 84. You can also make the Recovery Tools  
CD. This CD contains utilities that allow you to make changes to your hard disk  
drive; see “using the recovery tools cd” on page 86.  
starting system recovery if the pc is responding  
1 Turn off the PC. Disconnect all peripheral devices from the PC except the  
monitor, the keyboard, and the mouse. Turn on the PC.  
2 Click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, choose PC Help & Tools, and  
then click Compaq System Recovery.  
3 Wait until the System Recovery window appears asking Do you really want to  
start System Recovery?  
4 Click Yes to continue with the recovery process. If you created recovery discs,  
you may be directed to insert recovery disc #1.  
5 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and  
then follow those instructions.  
6 Complete the PC startup, and finish the registration process; then reconnect  
all peripheral devices.  
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starting system recovery if the pc is not responding  
1 Turn off the PC. If necessary, press and hold the On button until the PC  
turns off.  
2 Disconnect all peripheral devices from the PC except the monitor, the  
keyboard, and the mouse.  
3 Press the On button to turn the PC on.  
4 During the startup, do the following to enter the System Recovery program:  
When the black screen with the Compaq logo appears, press the F10 key on  
the keyboard. (You have only a few seconds to press the F10 key before the  
normal startup process continues.)  
5 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and  
then follow those instructions.  
6 Complete the PC startup, and finish the registration process. Then reconnect  
all peripheral devices.  
system recovery using recovery discs  
Make your own recovery CDs/DVDs before you need them; recovery discs are  
not included with your PC. See “creating recovery cds/dvds” on page 84.  
starting system recovery using recovery discs  
The recovery discs provide two recovery options:  
• Standard Recovery: This option recovers factory-shipped programs, drivers,  
and the operating system without affecting any data files that you may have  
created since purchasing this PC. Some data files may be difficult to find after  
the System Recovery, so it is best to back up all hard disk drive files before  
performing a System Recovery.  
• Full System Recovery: This recovery function completely erases and  
reformats the hard disk drive. The program performs a full System Recovery  
to reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers from the recovery  
discs. However, you must reinstall any software that was not installed on the  
PC at the factory. This includes software that came on CDs included in the PC  
accessory box, and software programs you installed since your purchase.  
NOTE: If your PC has a blank or corrupted hard disk drive, you will see only the  
full System Recovery option.  
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to run system recovery program using recovery discs:  
1 If the PC works, back up all data files that you want to save onto removable  
media, such as CD-RW or diskette. Remove the backup CD or diskette  
you’ve made.  
2 Press the Eject button on the top disc drive, and wait for the tray to open.  
Insert Recovery disc #1 and close the tray.  
3 Turn off the PC:  
• If the PC works: Click Start on the taskbar, click Turn Off Computer, and  
then click Turn Off.  
Or  
• Press and hold the On button approximately 5 seconds until the PC  
turns off.  
4 Disconnect all peripheral devices from the PC except the monitor, the  
keyboard, and the mouse.  
5 Press the On button to turn on the PC.  
6 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and  
then follow those instructions.  
• For standard recovery, press R. Click Next to proceed with the System  
Recovery. Click Yes to start the recovery. Insert the remaining recovery  
discs when directed.  
Or  
• For full System Recovery, press F. Click Yes to perform a full System  
Recovery. Confirm that you want to create a recovery partition. Insert the  
remaining discs when directed.  
Or  
• If your PC hard disk drive is blank or corrupted, press R to perform a full  
System Recovery. Insert the remaining recovery discs when directed.  
7 When the recovery program finishes, click Restart to restart the PC.  
8 Before the PC restarts, the drive tray ejects. Remove the disc.  
9 After the PC restarts, a series of startup screens appear.s To proceed with the  
initial Microsoft Windows setup, you must answer a few questions.  
10 Complete the registration process, and then reconnect all peripheral devices.  
11 Reinstall software not originally installed on the PC by the factory.  
12 Copy data files that you saved on the backup CD or diskette you made to  
your hard disk drive.  
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upgrading and servicing the pc  
This chapter describes procedures for accessing the internal parts of the PC and  
installing components.  
NOTE: The procedures for the S0000 and 8000 series models are the same except  
where noted.  
IN  
8000 series model and S0000 series model  
preparing the pc  
Before you upgrade any component in your PC, you need to prepare the PC so  
that you can safely handle it and the components.  
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components  
of the PC or optional equipment. Ensure that you are discharged of  
static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.  
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1 Remove any diskette or optical disc (CD or DVD) from the PC.  
2 Click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Click Turn Off to  
turn the PC off.  
3 Disconnect the modem/telephone cable, if present.  
4 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet (1) and then from  
the PC (2).  
disconnecting the power cord  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical  
shock and/or hot surfaces, disconnect the power cord from the  
wall outlet, and allow the internal system components to cool  
before touching.  
5 Disconnect all external devices connected to the PC.  
6 Lay the PC on its side with the access panel (the side with the pull grip)  
facing up.  
7 Remove the access panel by loosening the screw(s) (1) that secure the access  
panel to the PC chassis. Slide the access panel back (2) about 1 inch (2.5 cm),  
and then lift it up and off the unit.  
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removing the pc access panel on the 8000 series  
8 Remove the front bezel by following the appropriate method for your PC  
model:  
• To remove the front bezel from the S0000 series model, gently pry the top  
section (1) of the bezel away from the chassis. On the inside of the front  
bezel, press the center two tabs (not the bottom tabs) to release the bezel,  
and then pull it from the chassis (2).  
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• To remove the front bezel from the 8000 series, push up on the two  
release tabs (1), and then rotate the front bezel away from the chassis to  
release it (2).  
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removing or upgrading a drive  
Depending on your PC configuration, you may have up to four of the following  
storage drives in your PC.  
• CD-ROM or CD-RW drive  
• DVD-ROM or DVD+RW/+R drive  
• Hard disk drive  
• Diskette drive  
• 7-In-1 memory card reader (select models only)  
You need a screwdriver to replace any of the drives.  
CAUTION: Back up your personal files on the hard disk  
drive to an external storage device, such as a CD, before  
removing the hard disk drive. Failure to do so will result in  
data loss. After replacing the hard disk drive, you need to  
run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the  
factory-installed files. See “using application recovery and  
system recovery” for details.  
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locating drive positions  
1 Optical drive, may be  
a CD-ROM, CD-RW,  
DVD-ROM, or  
DVD+RW/+R drive  
2 Second optical drive,  
may be a DVD-ROM,  
DVD+RW/+R, CD-  
ROM, CD-RW drive,  
or 7-In-1 memory  
card reader (select  
models only)  
3 Diskette (floppy) drive  
4 Hard disk drive  
drive positions on the S0000/8000 series (S0000 shown)  
removing a drive  
1 Locate the drive you want to remove.  
2 Complete the procedure described in “preparing the pc“ on page 91.  
3 Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the back of the drive  
you want to remove, as indicated in the following illustrations. Use a gentle  
rocking motion. Some units may have a sound cable. If so, disconnect the  
sound cable (3).  
disconnecting the optical drive cables  
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disconnecting the diskette (floppy) drive cables  
disconnecting the hard disk drive cables  
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4 Release the drive from the chassis by following the method appropriate for  
your PC model.  
• To release a drive from the chassis of the S0000 series, lift the release tab (1)  
on the latch drive bracket of the drive you want to remove, and then slide  
the drive from its drive bay (2). (The latch drive bracket secures the drives  
in their respective positions in the chassis.)  
removing a drive from the S0000 series  
• To release an optical drive or diskette drive from the chassis of the 8000  
series, slide the drive lock mechanism (1) to unlock the drive in the drive  
bay and pull the drive out of the drive bay (2).  
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• To release a hard disk drive from the chassis of the 8000 series, slide the  
drive lock mechanism (1) to unlock the drive in the drive bay, remove the  
metal drive shield (2) by pressing and lifting the two tabs on one side of the  
shield, and then pull the drive out of the drive bay (3).  
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3
2
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5 For both the S0000 and 8000 series, if you are replacing the old drive with a  
new drive, remove the four screws (4) (two on each side) from the old drive.  
You need these screws to install the new drive.  
NOTE: If you have the S0000 series, and you removed a 7-In-1 memory card  
reader, continue to step 7; otherwise, you are finished with the task of  
removing a drive from the chassis.  
If you have the 8000 series and you removed a hard disk drive, a 7-In-1  
memory card reader, or an optical drive, you are also finished with this  
task. If you have the 8000 series and you removed a diskette drive, continue  
to step 6.  
6 For an 8000 series diskette drive, squeeze inward on both sides of the bracket  
brace and lift the brace up and out (1). Remove the two sets of screws (2) (left  
and right sides) that secure the drive to the drive adapter. Lift the diskette  
drive out of the drive adapter (3) by sliding the drive back and then up.  
Ensure that the guide screws (4) (left and right sides) are left in the drive  
adapter. You are finished with the task of removing the drive.  
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2
3
2
4
2
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7 For the S0000 series 7-In-1 memory card reader, remove the reader from the  
drive bay adapter if the adapter is not included with your replacement reader.  
Remove the two screws (left and right sides) that secure the reader to the  
adapter. Lift the reader out of the adapter by sliding the reader back and then  
up. You are finished with the task of removing the reader.  
removing a 7-in-1 memory card reader from the drive bay adapter on  
the S0000 series  
replacing or adding a drive  
The steps to replace or add a drive are the same for both the S0000 and 8000  
series, except when you are replacing a diskette drive on the 8000 series, or the  
7-In-1 memory card reader on the S0000 series.  
If you are replacing a diskette drive on the 8000 series, before starting step 1 in  
the following instructions, you need to fit the diskette drive in a diskette drive  
adapter as described in “reassembling the diskette adapter“ on page 101.  
If you are replacing a 7-In-1 memory card reader, before starting step 1 in the  
following instructions, reassemble the reader in the drive bay adapter as  
described in step 7 of “removing a drive“ on page 95.  
If you are replacing or adding any other drive, begin with step 1 in the following  
instructions.  
to replace or add a drive  
1 Install four guide screws on the sides of the drive (two on each side). The  
screws help guide the drive into its proper position in the bay.  
• When replacing a drive on the S0000 and 8000 series, place the screws that  
you removed from the old drive in the new drive.  
• When adding a second hard disk drive on the 8000 series, use the four  
extra guide screws that are attached to the chassis under the front bezel.  
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2 Slide the drive into the drive bay (1), making sure to align the guide screws  
with the guide slots, until it snaps into place.  
sliding the drive into the drive bay on the S0000/8000 (S0000 shown)  
3 Reconnect the power and data cables to your drive as indicated in the  
following illustrations.  
reconnecting the 7-in-1 memory card reader cable on the S0000 series  
reconnecting the diskette drive cables  
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reconnecting the optical drive cables  
NOTE: An optical drive for the 8000 series may include a sound cable.  
Connect this cable also.  
4 Complete the procedure described in “reassembling the pc“ on page 107.  
5 Turn on the PC.  
reassembling the diskette adapter  
To replace or add a new diskette (floppy) drive on the 8000 series, you need to  
reassemble the adapter around the diskette drive. (The S0000 series does not  
need an adapter.)  
1 Lower the diskette drive into the adapter (1). Ensure that the holes are  
aligned, and reinstall the screws (2) that secure the diskette drive to the  
adapter.  
2 Press inward on each side of the bracket brace (3), and lower the bracket until  
it snaps into place over the diskette drive. Ensure that the guide screws (4) are  
installed in the adapter.  
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3 Return to “replacing or adding a drive“ on page 99, and begin with step 1.  
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2
1
2
4
2
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upgrading or replacing memory  
Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores  
data and instructions on your PC. You can install memory expansion modules in  
the memory expansion slots in the PC. The procedures for upgrading or  
replacing these modules are the same for the S0000 and 8000 series.  
removing a memory module  
CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to  
touch any of the contacts. Doing so may damage the module.  
1 Complete the procedure described in “preparing the pc“ on page 91, but do  
not remove the front bezel.  
2 Locate the memory module inside your PC. See the following illustration for  
the location of the memory modules (1), memory slots (2), and release latches  
(3) on the system board.  
locating the memory module  
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by model.  
3 Open both latches of the memory module socket (1) found at each end of the  
memory module. Lift the memory module (2) from the memory slot.  
removing a memory module  
replacing or adding a memory module  
Upgrade the memory in your PC with memory of the same type and speed as  
the memory originally installed in your PC.  
CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful  
not to touch any of the contacts. Doing so may damage  
the module.  
1 Open both latches of the memory module socket (1).  
opening the latches on the memory module socket  
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• If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the  
same memory slot from which the old memory was removed.  
• If you are adding a memory module, install the new module into the socket  
nearest the preinstalled module, and install additional modules in the next  
available sockets.  
2 The memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch on the  
module (1) with the tab on the memory socket. Push the module carefully and  
firmly into the slot, ensuring that the latches (2) on both ends snap into place.  
installing a memory module  
3 Complete the procedure described in “reassembling the pc“ on page 107.  
NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory  
module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is the wrong type of memory.  
Remove and reinstall the memory module.  
removing or installing an expansion card  
An expansion card is a circuit board that fits into a PC expansion slot. Your PC  
contains several expansion slots that can be used to add components to your PC.  
Component configurations vary by model.  
Expansion cards you can replace or add to your PC include:  
• Modem  
• Network Interface Card (NIC)  
• Graphics Card  
• Sound Card  
• FireWire (IEEE 1394) Auxiliary Card  
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to remove an expansion card  
1 Complete the procedure described in “preparing the pc“ on page 91, but do  
not remove the front bezel.  
• To remove an expansion card from the S0000 series, continue to step 2.  
• To remove an expansion card from the 8000 series, skip to step 3.  
2 On the S0000 series, on the rear of the PC, remove the expansion bracket  
covering the expansion slots by removing the screw from the bracket cover  
(1), and then remove the expansion bracket cover (2).  
removing the screw and expansion bracket cover on the S0000 series  
3 Inside the PC on either the S0000 or 8000 series, locate the expansion slots on  
the system board.  
• If you have the 8000 series, continue to step 4.  
• If you have the S0000 series, skip to step 5.  
4 On the 8000 series, remove the screw that secures the expansion card to the  
chassis.  
5 Remove the expansion card from either an S0000 or 8000 series by holding the  
card at each end and carefully rocking it back and forth until the connectors  
pull free from the socket. Be sure not to scrape the card against the other  
components.  
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6 If you are not replacing the old expansion card with a new expansion card,  
reinstall the expansion slot cover to close the open slot. Insert the metal slot  
cover into the opened slot, and screw a screw into the top of the cover to  
secure it in place.  
to install an expansion card  
1 If you are replacing or adding a new expansion card, in either the S0000 or  
8000 series, align the edge of the expansion card with the slot on the chassis  
and gently but firmly press the card straight down into the expansion slot.  
The whole connector should be seated properly in the expansion slot.  
replacing or adding an expansion card on the S0000/8000 (S0000 shown)  
• If you have an 8000 series, continue to step 2.  
• If you have an S0000 series, skip to step 3.  
2 For the 8000 series, secure the expansion card to the chassis with the slot  
cover screw.  
3 For both the S0000 and 8000 series, if you have replaced an expansion card,  
store the old card in the anti-static packaging that contained your new card.  
• If you have an S0000 series, continue to step 4.  
• If you have an 8000 series, skip to step 5.  
4 For the S0000 series, replace the expansion cover bracket (1) and screw (2).  
replacing the expansion bracket cover on the S0000 series  
5 For both the S0000 and 8000 series, complete the procedure described in  
“reassembling the pc“ on page 107.  
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1 Replace the front bezel by following the method appropriate for your PC  
model.  
• To replace the front bezel on the S0000 series, position the chassis in the  
upright position. At an angle, align the top of the front bezel with the top  
slots of the chassis (1) so that the front bezel hooks onto the chassis, and  
then press the bottom end of the bezel to the chassis until it snaps into  
place (2).  
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• To replace the front bezel on the 8000 series, lay the chassis on the side with  
the open side up. Place the front bezel in the correct position. Ensure the  
slots (2) are aligned correctly, and rotate the bezel toward the chassis (1)  
until it snaps into place.  
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2 For either the S0000 or 8000 series, place the side access panel in the proper  
position on the chassis and slide it into place (1). Ensure that the hole for the  
thumbscrew(s) align with the hole in the chassis (2), and replace the  
thumbscrew(s).  
replacing the side access panel on the S0000 series  
replacing the side access panel on the 8000 series  
3 Reconnect the power cable (1) to the PC, and plug the cable into an electrical  
outlet (2).  
reconnecting the power cable on the S0000/8000 (S0000 shown)  
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4 Reconnect the modem/telephone cable, if present.  
5 Reconnect all peripheral devices to the PC.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage  
to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications or telephone  
connectors into the network interface card (NIC) (sometimes  
labeled as an Ethernet connector).  
6 Turn on the PC by pressing the On button.  
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index  
5.1 speakers, 45  
Mute, 28  
56K modem, 9  
Off. See turning off PC  
On, 10  
7-In-1 memory card reader  
card types, 50  
Power, 10  
drive bay adapter, 99  
installation, 94  
Search, 28  
special keys, 26  
Standby, 27  
Start, 16  
using, 50  
7-In-1 memory card reader cable  
disconnecting, 96  
reconnecting, 100  
user, 27  
C
A
cables, for connecting a TV, 63  
card reader, 7-In-1, 50  
card types, memory card reader, 50  
carpal tunnel syndrome, 4  
CD drive  
access panel  
removing, 92  
replacing, 108  
adding  
drive, 99  
installation, 94  
adjusting microphone volume, 49  
adjusting speaker volume, 46, 72  
All Programs menu, 18  
America Online, troubleshooting, 77  
Application Recovery, 82, 87  
warning, 87  
CD, creating, 59, 61, 62  
CD/DVD  
country/region codes for DVD, 59  
creating CDs, 59, 61, 62  
drive types, 52  
Eject button, 53  
autoscrolling, mouse, 20  
available hard disk space  
increasing, 68  
handling, 52  
inserting, 53  
keyboard button, 28  
opening drive, 53  
B
playing music, 55  
removing, 54, 73  
terminology for DVD, 57  
troubleshooting, 71  
browsing the Internet, 37  
buttons  
Compaq, 27  
customizing, 30  
Eject, 53  
using correct DVD disc, 62  
closed session music CDs, 60  
Combo drive, 54  
Compaq Connections, using, 42  
Compaq keyboard button, 27  
Compaq Organize, 17  
E-Mail, 28  
Help, 27  
mouse, 19  
mouse scroll wheel, 19  
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components, 10  
DVD  
connecting  
country/region codes, 59  
a TV, 63  
Ethernet, 9  
multi-channel speakers, 46  
connectors  
creating, 62  
discs, 62  
inserting, 53  
keyboard button, 28  
opening drive, 53  
playing, 57  
PC back, 5  
PC front, 7  
Control Panel, opening, 16  
corrupted software, 87  
country/region codes for DVD, 59  
creating a DVD, 62  
creating CDs using CD-RW drive,  
59, 61, 62  
removing, 54  
terminology, 57  
troubleshooting, 71  
DVD drive  
installation, 94  
DVD player, multi-channel audio, 47  
DVD Writer drive, 62  
creating CDs using Windows Media  
Player, 61  
using correct disc, 62  
creating CDs with RecordNow!, 60  
creating recovery discs, 85  
creating Recovery Tools CD, 86  
customizing keyboard buttons, 30  
E
Easy Internet Sign-up, 36  
e-mail  
address, 34  
D
defined, 34  
desktop, 16  
keyboard button, 28  
receiving, 39, 40  
sending, 39  
desktop icons, removing, 70  
device conflict, resolving, 76  
device not working, 79  
digital pictures, 50  
electrostatic discharge, 91  
disconnecting TV, 66  
Disk Cleanup utility, 70  
diskette  
using Outlook Express, 39  
erase disc, 60  
erased software, 87  
Ethernet  
about, 9  
connecting, 9  
copying files, 55  
inserting, 55  
diskette (floppy) drive, 55  
installation, 94  
expansion card  
removing or installing, 104  
expansion slots, 105  
F
reassembling the adapter, 101  
diskette (floppy) drive cables  
disconnecting, 96  
reconnecting, 100  
domain name, 34  
double-click, 20  
faxes, standby mode, 12  
finding software programs, 18  
floppy disk. See diskette  
floppy drive, 55  
front bezel  
removing (8000), 94  
removing (S0000), 93  
replacing (8000), 107  
replacing (S0000), 107  
drive  
locations, 7  
types, 52  
drive locations, 95  
drive lock, 97, 98  
driver recovery, 82  
driver rollback, 81  
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line), 34  
G
go back a day. See System Restore  
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K
hard disk cleanup, 70  
hard disk drive  
keyboard  
customizing buttons, 30  
features, 21, 22  
indicators, 26  
troubleshooting, 77  
types of buttons, 26  
using, 21  
installation, 94  
hard disk drive cables  
disconnecting, 96  
reconnecting, 101  
hard disk space, increasing, 68  
hardware installation  
instructions, 91  
hardware, upgrading, 43  
Help  
commonly asked questions, 1  
finding answers, 1  
MusicMatch Jukebox, 56  
Windows Media Player, 57, 62  
Help and Support  
opening, 17  
Help button, 27  
hibernation mode, 13  
automatic, 13  
high-speed Internet connection, 9  
home Web page, 37  
HP Picture Toolkit button, 27  
hyperlink, defined, 34  
I
wireless, 23  
keyboard keys  
alphanumeric, 24  
arrow, 25  
edit, 24  
function keys, 24  
numeric, 25  
L
latch drive bracket, 97  
LEDs, defined, 23  
logging off, 16  
M
manuals, online, 44  
memory  
installation, 102  
location, 102  
removing, 102  
memory card reader  
card types, 50  
microphone  
adjusting volume, 49  
using, 48  
using with multi-channel speakers, 49  
Microsoft Recovery Console utility, 86  
Microsoft XP Help, 44  
modem  
indicators, keyboard, 26  
installation  
expansion card, 104  
installation  
drives, 99  
memory, 102  
upgrades, 91  
installing software programs, 14  
Instant Support, 41  
Internet  
setting up, 7  
V.92, 9  
monitor, 10  
about, 33  
browser programs, 37  
browsing the Web, 37  
connecting to, 7, 33  
Easy Internet Sign-up, 36  
finding an ISP, 35  
changing resolution, 30  
changing where desktop displays, 30  
selecting, 30  
troubleshooting, 74  
mouse  
keyboard button, 28  
organizing destinations, 17  
restricting content, 38  
searching the, 37  
autoscroll feature, 20  
buttons, 20  
double-click, 20  
left-handed, 21  
optical, 19  
panning feature, 20  
pointer speed, adjusting, 21  
scrolling, 20  
signing up with an ISP, 35  
Internet connection, high speed, 9  
Internet Service Provider (ISP),  
defined, 33  
InterVideo WinDVD Player, using, 57  
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troubleshooting, 78  
using, 19  
standby mode, about, 12  
standby mode, automatic, 13  
standby mode, manual, 12  
System Recovery, 82  
System Restore, 82  
transferring files and settings to  
new PC, 14  
wireless, 19  
Multi-channel Sound Manager, 45, 46  
multi-channel speakers, 45  
connecting, 46  
selecting, 47  
using a microphone, 49  
music  
troubleshooting, 71  
turning off, 11  
Help in MusicMatch Jukebox, 56  
Help in Windows Media  
Player, 57, 62  
keyboard button, 27  
MusicMatch Jukebox, 27, 55  
playing, 55, 56  
turning on, 10  
viewing PC image on TV, 65  
PC Help & Tools, 19  
PC Recovery CD-DVD Creator  
program, 85  
peripherals, 10  
Windows Media Player, 56  
music CDs, closed session, 60  
Mute button, 28  
playing DVD movies, 57  
disc types, 62  
pointer speed, adjusting, 21  
power cable  
disconnecting, 95  
reconnecting, 108  
power management settings,  
modifying, 13  
preparing PC for hardware  
upgrades, 91  
N
Net. See Internet, about  
network interface  
about, 9  
no sound, 72  
O
Off button. See turning off PC  
On button, 7  
Print button, not working, 77  
printer  
online manuals, 44  
onscreen guides, 19  
operating system, 15  
reinstalling, 89  
operating system help, 44  
optical drive cables  
disconnecting, 95  
reconnecting, 101  
organizing Internet links and the PC, 17  
Outlook Express, 39  
receiving e-mail, 40  
P
troubleshooting, 79  
using, 31  
problem  
DVD-R disc not working, 62  
DVD-RW disc not working, 62  
keyboard, 77  
monitor, 74  
mouse, 78  
no sound, 72  
PC not working, 77  
printer, 79  
troubleshooting, 71  
turning on PC, 79  
problem resolution, troubleshooting, 71  
product notices, 42  
programs, uninstalling, 69  
R
receiving e-mails, 39  
recording volume, adjusting  
microphone, 49  
RecordNow!, using, 60  
recovering system  
System Restore, 82  
using CDs/DVD, 89  
Recovery CD-DVD Creator, 85  
recovery discs, making, 85  
panning, scrolling mouse, 20  
PC  
Application Recovery, 82, 87  
hibernation mode, automatic, 13  
information about, 17  
learning to use, 17  
no sound, 72  
not working, 77  
organizing information, 17  
problem turning on, 79  
running tests, 41  
setting it up, 3  
settings, 16  
sleep mode. See hibernation mode  
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automatic, 13  
making or starting, 86  
registering your PC, 11  
reinstalling software, 87, 88  
remove files from CD, 60  
removing  
manual, 12  
Start button, 16  
Start menu contents, 16  
Support  
messages, 42  
drives, 95  
telephone numbers, 43  
surface, using mouse on, 19  
System Recovery, 88  
starting, if PC is not responding, 89  
starting, if PC is responding, 88  
using recovery discs, 84  
warning, 88  
expansion card, 104  
removing desktop icons, 70  
removing unneeded software, 69  
repetitive strain injury (RSI), 4  
replacing drives, 99  
resolution, monitor, 30  
resolving a device conflict, 76  
restarting the PC, 81  
restoring system, 82  
restricting Internet content, 38  
RJ-45 port, 9  
when to use, 82  
System Restore, 82, 86  
system updates, 42  
T
television, viewing PC image  
on a TV, 63  
terminology for DVD, 57  
tips, 42  
rollback, driver, 81  
running tests, 41  
S
safety warnings, 2, 5  
saving electricity, 12, 13  
scrolling mouse, 20  
searching  
transferring information to your  
new PC, 14  
troubleshooting, 71  
turning off PC, 11, 81  
turning on PC  
for files or folders, 16  
the Internet, 37  
first time, 10  
selecting programs or documents, 16  
sending an e-mail, 39  
setting up PC, 3  
troubleshooting, 71  
TV  
connecting, 63  
settings  
disconnecting, 66  
TV-out, 63  
viewing or changing, 16  
Volume Control, 46  
shortcut icons, 16  
cables, 63  
connecting a TV set, 63  
disabling TV option, 66  
viewing PC image on TV, 65  
U
show Volume icon in taskbar, 48  
shutting down PC, 11  
sleep mode. See hibernation mode  
software  
uninstalling software, 69  
updating, system, 42  
upgrading  
replacing parts, 91  
upgrading PC, 43  
upgrading to V.92 modem features, 9  
URL, defined, 34  
User button, 27  
using 7-In-1 memory card reader, 50  
V
V.92 modem, 9  
viewing onscreen guides, 19  
virus protection, 67  
voltage requirements, 2  
corrupted, 87  
erased, 87  
finding, 18  
installing, 14  
reinstalling, 87, 88  
uninstalling, 69  
solving common problems, 71  
sound manager, multi-channel, 45, 46  
sound, troubleshooting, 72  
speaker volume, adjusting, 46  
speakers, 45  
multi-channel, 45  
special offers, 42  
Standby button, 27  
standby mode  
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volume  
adjusting, 46, 72  
Windows Media Player, 56  
creating CDs, 61  
Help, 57, 62  
adjusting microphone, 49  
controls, 28  
show Volume icon on taskbar, 46  
Volume Control settings window, 46  
Volume icon, show, 48  
volume, displaying icon in  
taskbar, 46, 48  
Windows XP, 15  
device drivers, 79  
Help, 44  
WinDVD, 47  
control panel, 58  
starting, 57  
wireless keyboard, 23  
wireless mouse, 19  
working in comfort, 4  
writing  
W
warranty, 43  
Web. (See also Internet)  
browser programs, 37  
page, 34  
CD, 59, 61, 62  
DVD, 62  
searching the, 37  
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