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1. Give your Presario Notebook a safe home If your Notebook is consistently exposed to direct sunlight consider moving it The heat from the sun shining on the display screen can reduce its performance and cause glare Always disconnect the power from your Notebook and disconnect any other peripherals before attempting to clean your Notebook or any of its components PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Cleaning the Display Screen The surface of your display screen may look fuzzy or smudged You can use a soft damp lint free cloth to wipe the screen clean If the display screen requires any additional cleaning use an antistatic screen cleaner or pre moistened antistatic wipes Caution Never spray water or any other cleaning fluids or chemicals directly on the screen You may permanently damage your Notebook Cleaning the TouchPad Grease and dirt on the TouchPad can cause your cursor to jump hy around on display screen i To avoid this periodically clean the TouchPad with a damp cloth Remember before using your Notebook always wash your hands if they are dirty SERVICE 8 3 Did you know Your Notebook is cooled by air that is drawn in through the vents on the chassis and blown out through the exhaust fan It is important to keep the vents on the chassis free of dust and debris Brush any dust away from the vents with a damp cloth but do not
2. guide to learn how to program these buttons to suit your needs 5 F2 F3 4 SJ Ew Network Status Light Digital Audio Button Disk Light Instant Internet Access Button Num Lock Light Q My Presario Button Caps Lock Light Q Retail Central Button Scroll Lock Light Instant E Mail Button PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2 3 800 SERIES 2 4 YOUR NOTEBOOK GLANCE Note Before using the Internet Zone Buttons you must have access to Internet Digital Audio Launches Windows Media Player to play MP3 music Instant Internet Access Provides your daily start point to the Internet It connects you to a personalized Web page filled with local weather news sports and financial information Quo My Presario Connects instantly to Compaq for product information helpful hints performance updates service and more Provides instant connection to your Notebook store and a variety of leading consumer companies Retail Central Instant E mail Provides you with one touch access for sending and reading your e mail PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Function Keys F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 N N EX Dt C LI The following keys have already been assigned F1 User programmable favorite la
3. I receive disk or disk error message What is wrong A If you have a non system or disk error message check the following e Check the diskette drive to see if you have a diskette in the drive When drive activity stops remove the diskette and press the Spacebar to continue the startup process e diskette is not in the drive the system files have been damaged To repair the system files complete the following steps a 9 8 SOLUTIONS Insert the startup diskette that you have created for your operating system in the diskette drive Press and hold down the Power button until your Notebook shuts down Press the Power button to restart your Notebook At the AX prompt type SYS C and press the Enter key The following message is displayed SYSTEM TRANSFERRED This operation restores the system files to your hard disk When the operation is complete restart your Notebook PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Solution Tables Audio and Video In this section Audio and Video No sound Volume has been On the taskbar click the Battery and Power muted Volume lt lt icon and clear Mass Storage the Mute check box Your Notebook is Press any key Game and Internet in Sleep mode This is identified when the Keyboard and TouchPad Power light is Memory and PC Card flashing Sound is Volume is set too low Click the Volume lt lt icon
4. 4 1 Anti Virus 4 2 Using Anti Virus Software 4 2 Recognizing a Computer Virus 4 3 Removing 4 3 Software and Hardware 4 4 Adding and Removing Software 4 4 Attaching Hardware Devices 4 6 Chapter 5 Using the CD or DVD Drive 5 1 CD Or DVD DAVE suum ees 5 2 Connecting the or DVD Drive 5 2 Inserting a Disc 5 2 Removing a Disc 5 3 Manually Ejecting a Disc 5 4 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CONTENTS iii 800 SERIES Playing Audio 5 5 5 DVDS oo cus NS NE 5 7 Playing Non DVD Video Discs 5 7 Using the DVD Player 5 8 Using Regionalized DVDs 5 12 Video Display Options 5 14 Showing and Hiding the DVD Panel 5 14 Zooming the View 5 14 CD RW 5 15 Installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 available on select models 5 15 Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 5 17 Preventing Buffer Underrun Errors 5 20 Accessing Easy CD Creator
5. Presario Operating System Manual for more information on changing Power Management settings 7 10 CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY Put your Notebook to sleep manually Wake your Notebook from Sleep manually Put your Notebook into Hibernation manually Wake your Notebook from Hibernation manually Starting and Ending Power Modes Press the Fn F4 keys Power light blinks Or click the Start button on the Windows Taskbar Shutdown then Standby Press any key Power light stays on Press the Power Power light is off button once Or click the Start button Shutdown then Hibernate Power light stays on Press the Power button once PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Service Maintaining your Notebook by keeping it clean and keeping In This Chapter the vents free from dust promotes greater longevity and higher performance If Notebook components are not cleaned Preventive periodically the probability of system failure increases Maintenance 8 2 The information in this chapter provides helpful instructions Backup Utilities 8 5 for the maintenance and care of your Notebook Hard Disk Errors 8 6 Hard Disk Space Management 8 8 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SERVICE 8 1 800 SERIES Preventive Maintenance This section covers Cleaning Your Notebook s Exterior Cleaning the Keyboard Cleaning the Display S
6. Government Approvals section of the Safety and Comfort Guide for more information on recycling PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY 7 3 800 SERIES Battery Calibration batteries lose their charge 1 they have not been used for a long period of time In this section you will become familiar with the following e Calibrating the Battery e Maximizing Battery Operating Time e Fixing a Low Battery Condition CS Do not plug in the AC adapter during the process or you will have to start over with step 1 7 4 CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY Calibrating the Battery You may notice that the battery gauge does not correctly display the battery charge level when you first receive your Notebook or if you have not used your Notebook for a long period of time If the battery gauge becomes inaccurate you must recalibrate your battery Recalibrating the battery simply means recharging the battery to its maximum capacity and resetting the battery gauge to display the level of charge accurately To recalibrate the battery complete the following steps 1 Plug in the AC adapter a Allow the battery to charge until the Battery Charge icon glows green showing that the battery is fully charged b After the battery charge light or the icon glows green unplug the AC adapter 2 Turn on or restart your Notebook Steps 3 through 6 prevent your Notebook from entering Sleep mode Thes
7. PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES The TouchPad sensitivity settings may need adjustment TouchPad has been set up to interpret TouchPad taps as clicks and this setting may need adjustment The PageUp PageDown Home or End keys were accidentally pressed while typing Restore default TouchPad settings 1 On the taskbar click the Start button and point to Settings 2 Click Control Panel and double click Mouse 3 Click the Touch tab and then the Defaults button 4 Click OK and close the Control Panel window Adjust the TouchPad settings 1 On the taskbar click the Start button and point to Settings 2 Click Control Panel and double click Mouse 3 Click the Touch tab and clear the Tap to click option 4 To adjust the PalmCheck Settings click the slider and drag it to the right until the Maximum setting is reached 5 Click OK and close the Control Panel window Avoid pressing these keys when pressing the Backspace or Enter keys SOLUTIONS 9 23 Insufficient All available memory Close one or more programs memory is used by open and retry If this does not solve message 15 programs and the problem restart Windows displayed memory is neededfor to recover additional memory the desired task Your Notebook PC Card is not fully Remove the card and does not inserted in gently reinsert
8. PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2 7 800 SERIES Take a look at back of your Notebook This is where you connect an external monitor Attaching Hardware Devices later in this guide for more information on attaching external devices 2 8 YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE Components on Back External Monitor VGA Port Security Slot PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Underside Here s what s on the underside of your Notebook This is where the memory compartment and battery are located Before calling Compaq Customer Support you will need the serial number from the underside of your Notebook Components on Underside COMPAQ 3892B133 Dit 2 MODEL 80XL110 Battery Microsoft COA Batter r Memory Compartmen Using Battery Power later in Battery Stoppe this guide for more information Serial Number Battery Release Switch about the Battery Model Number Release Switch PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2 9 800 SERIES 2 10 YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Using Your Notebook Your Presario Notebook computer is designed for easy setup In This Chapter use and upgrading In this chapter you ll become familiar with your
9. Windows shut down e initiate Hibernation by pressing the Power button e Let your Notebook go into Hibernation automatically if enabled 9 12 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Error Messages earlier in this chapter You forgot your power on password Your Notebook will not turn on PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Your Notebook will not start without entering the power on password Power button on your Notebook has not been pressed Power plug is not properly connected to AC adapter or wall outlet AC adapter is not properly connected to back of your Notebook Battery is fully discharged or not installed Keyboard controller needs to be reset Wall outlet is bad Wrong memory modules were used in upgrade or memory modules were installed in the wrong location Take your Notebook to your local Compaq Authorized Service Provider See the Warranty Statement for details Press the Power button on your Notebook Reconnect the power cord to AC adapter and wall outlet Reconnect the AC adapter to the back of your Notebook Connect AC adapter to your Notebook and a wall outlet or insert a charged battery 1 Unplug AC adapter from back of your Notebook 2 Remove the battery and wait 30 seconds 3 Re install AC adapter and battery Test the outlet by connecting a different electrical device to o
10. complete the following steps 1 Click Start Programs and then Accessories Click System Tools and then ScanDisk select the drive s you want to check for errors 2 3 4 Select the type of test you want to run 5 Click Start to begin scanning your hard drive for errors 6 Click Close when finished Using Disk Cleanup Optimize your system by using the Disk Cleanup maintenance feature offered in Microsoft Windows When you use the Disk Cleanup tool you can free hard disk space on your Notebook by e Deleting temporary Internet files Deleting downloaded program files Emptying the Recycle Bin e Deleting files from your temporary folder Deleting files created by other Windows tools Removing optional Windows components not in use e Removing installed programs that you do not use Converting your hard disk to the FAT32 file system PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know Defragmenting your Notebook on a regular basis optimizes the speed of your Notebook Deleting Stored Files To free hard disk space remove unused files stored on your hard disk by completing these steps 1 Double click the My Computer icon on your Windows desktop 2 Right click the disk that you want to free space on 3 Click Properties then click Disk Cleanup on the General tab 4 Select the files you want to remove by clicking the adjacent check boxes 5 Click OK to conf
11. defined 6 4 using 6 4 INDEX 3 Inserting CD DVD 5 2 Installation downloaded program file 4 5 software from a CD or diskette 4 4 Internet accessing files 6 12 address 6 5 connection 9 3 defined 6 2 files access 6 12 mail 6 6 searching 6 6 Internet Service Provider ISP 6 5 Internet Zone buttons 2 3 and the Web 6 8 J Jewel Case Creator 5 19 K Keyboard cleaning 8 2 Keys function 2 5 L Left click 3 6 Lid switch 2 2 Lights AC Adapter 2 3 Caps Lock 2 3 num lock 2 3 scroll lock 2 3 Links INDEX 4 defined 6 4 Low battery condition fixing 7 7 Low power mode 7 9 M Making CD jewel cases 5 19 Manual Eject Hole 5 4 Memory 9 7 troubleshooting 9 13 Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 7 using 6 7 Microsoft Windows managing files 1 3 using online Help 1 3 Model Number 2 9 Modem 6 5 Modes Hibernation 7 9 sleep 7 9 Monitor standby 9 5 Movies playing 5 11 MPEG files playing 5 11 N Network defined 6 2 Notebook cleaning 8 2 Disconnecting 1 5 left side 2 6 lower front panel 2 3 maintenance 8 1 protecting from electrical storm 1 5 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES right side 2 7 safety 1 5 set up 3 2 turning off 3 3 turning on 3 3 Notebook components front side 2 2 underside 2 9 Numbers model 2 9 serial 2 9 Operating system 1 3 9 3 manual 1 3 P Password 3 17 removal 3 18 setting 3 17 troubleshooting 9 13 Playing audio CDs 5 5 DVD
12. select the Main option from the menu bar and press the Enter key 4 Select System Password and press the Enter key PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 17 800 SERIES 3 18 UsiNG YOUR NOTEBOOK 5 Type your new password on the Enter new Power On password line and press the Enter key 6 Confirm your password by typing it again on the password verification line and press the Enter key A Caution Write your password down in a secure location If you forget or lose your password a Compaq service technician must reset your Notebook for you to be able to access your files 7 When Enable password is highlighted enable new password by pressing the Space Bar to insert and X between the brackets 8 Press the Enter key to return to the menu bar options 9 Using your arrow keys select the Exit option from the menu bar and press the Enter key 10 Select the Save Changes and Exit option and press the Enter key Your power on password is now set Every time you turn on your Notebook resume working from hibernation mode or access F10 Setup you must enter this password Removing the Password To remove a power on password complete the following steps 1 Press the Power button to turn on your Notebook 2 When the Compaq logo displays press the F10 key to access Setup 3 Enter your current password and press the Enter key 4 Using your arrow keys select the Main option fr
13. the modem buy a surge protector with a telephone jack After your Notebook is safely disconnected from AC power and the phone line you can run your Notebook on battery power Disconnecting Your Notebook from the Power Source To shut down your Notebook properly complete the following steps l 2 4 Close all open programs On the Windows taskbar click Start then click Shut Down The Shut down Windows dialog box is displayed select the Shut down option Note If the Notebook does not turn off automatically then press and hold the Power button until it shuts down Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and unplug the modem line from the wall jack Protecting Your Notebook During an Electrical Storm During an electrical storm you should take the following precautions to protect your Notebook from damage You should immediately disconnect your Notebook from the power source If you are not using a surge protector unplug all power cords from the wall outlets Disconnect your Notebook from the wall outlets Turn off the power button on all surge protectors If a telephone line from your Notebook is plugged directly into the wall jack without going through a surge protector unplug the line from the wall jack PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE INTRODUCTION 1 5 800 SERIES 1 6 INTRODUCTION PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Your Note
14. 3 Using Your Notebook 3 1 Power 3 2 Plugging Unplugging AC Power 3 2 Turning Your Notebook On and Off 3 3 Using Battery Power 3 4 Optimizing Processor Speed 3 5 3 6 Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse 3 6 and Double Tapping 3 7 Edge Motion 3 8 Display Options 3 9 Changing Resolution 3 9 Adjusting Brightness 3 10 Internet Zone 3 11 the Internet Zone Buttons 3 11 CONTENTS ii PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Storage 5 3 12 Identifying Your Storage Drives 3 12 Using the Diskette Drive 3 13 Communication 3 14 Using the Modem 3 14 Using the LAN 3 15 Infrared Feature 3 16 Connecting an IR Device 3 16 ell 3 17 Using the Security Slot 3 17 Power On Password 3 17 Chapter 4 Common Tasks
15. Backup Devices To retrieve files that may have been lost or damaged you should back up your files regularly to diskettes or other backup media You can back up all the files on your Notebook or you can select specific files and folders Use diskettes to do a partial backup of selected files or folders Use backup devices such as tape drives or other high capacity backup devices to do a complete hard drive backup PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SERVICE 8 5 800 SERIES Hard Disk Errors This section covers Using ScanDisk Using Disk Cleanup Deleting Stored Files e Defragmenting Your Hard Disk CS In the ScanDisk dialog box you can Select the option Automatically fix errors 4 Did you know You can also optimize your disk space with other options For detailed information see the Operating System Guide included with your new Notebook CS Compaq recommends using ScanDisk using Disk Cleanup and Defragmenting your hard drive at least once a week to optimize the performance of your Notebook 8 6 SERVICE Using ScanDisk The ScanDisk utility examines the hard drive for surface errors and file and folder problems ScanDisk corrects these problems so that Windows and other programs run efficiently Use ScanDisk from once a week to once a month depending on how often you use your Notebook Also use ScanDisk if you encounter hard drive problems To run ScanDisk
16. CD Layout opens Insert a blank CD into your CD Recorder In the Explorer section select the data file or folder you want to record and then click Add on the toolbar Repeat until the Data CD Layout contains all the files and folders you want to record Click Create CD The CD Creation Setup dialog box opens Click OK to start recording DirectCD DirectCD allows you to write files directly onto CD Recordable or CD ReWritable CDs To begin using DirectCD complete the following steps 1 On Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 and then click Create CD On the Welcome screen click Data The Data screen opens On the Data screen click DirectCD The Adaptec DirectCD Wizard dialog box opens Follow the on screen instructions to begin writing the CD Jewel Case Creator The Jewel Case Creator allows you to create custom jewel case covers inserts and CD labels To start the Jewel Case Creator double click the Jewel Case Creator button on the Adaptec CD Creator Menu For detailed information on how to create customized products refer to the Online Help Manual PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD oR DVD DRIVE 5 19 800 SERIES 1 Did you know Easy CD Creator is designed to assist you in reproducing material for which you own the copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner Unless you own the copyr
17. Congratulations You are no longer a new user Now you know how to use some of the fun basic functions of your new Presario Notebook computer like surfing the Web Now it s time to learn about some advanced features such as power management Hibernation and Sleep modes What is Power Management This section explains the following e Understanding Power Management e Starting and Ending Power Modes e Power Management Settings Changing Power Management Settings Understanding Power Management Power management lets you reduce your Notebook power consumption Your Notebook has two power management modes e Hibernation saves information to the hard drive and then turns off your Notebook Your Notebook hibernates when the Power button is pressed when the battery has little power left or when your Notebook operating on battery power is in Sleep mode for more than one hour e Sleep also called Standby puts your Notebook in low power mode It is still on but the display appears blank onim Although Sleep mode maintains system information and open files you will lose any unsaved information if you turn off your Notebook before you end the Sleep mode PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY 7 9 800 SERIES Did you know Your Notebook automatically goes into Hibernation if your battery is low or after one hour of Sleep When it is on AC power it does not go into Hibernation
18. INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES GLOSSARY 13 U upload To send information to another computer on the Internet UPS uninterruptible power supply A device that provides a short term backup power supply as well as surge protection URL uniform resource locator The address of a Web site such as www compaq com USB port universal serial bus port A connector for plugging in multiple ultra high speed peripherals USB ports are gradually replacing serial ports and parallel ports and eliminating the need for so many connectors and so many cables Multiple USB peripherals can be linked together in a chain to share the same port Windows 98 included a built in driver for USB peripherals Windows Millennium supports a new USB standard that is 40 times faster than the previous standard See serial port and parallel port See also peripheral Usenet users network world wide network of computers set up to transmit messages to newsgroups See newsgroups GLOSSARY 14 MV V 90 standard A standard adopted in 1998 to resolve two competing technologies for 56Kbps modems If your modem does not conform to the V 90 standard you can visit the manufacturer s Web site and download a software upgrade video phone See nternet phone Virus set of software instructions written to harm computers virus can cause unusual messages to display on the screen destroy information on the hard disk or
19. Programs utility Installing Software from a CD or Diskette To install software from a diskette or from a CD that does not automatically install complete the following steps x 1 Close all programs 2 From the Windows taskbar click the Start button point to Settings and then click Control Panel 3 Double click the Add Remove Programs icon The Add Remove Program Properties window 15 displayed 4 Click Install 5 Insert the CD or diskette into the proper drive and click Next Microsoft Windows finds the CD or diskette and begins the installation process PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Check the downloaded program file for viruses before installation Installing a Downloaded Program File To install a program file that you have downloaded from the Internet to your hard drive complete the following steps 1 2 Terminate your Internet connection Close all programs From the Windows taskbar click the Start button point to Settings and then click Control Panel Double click Add Remove Programs icon to open the Add Remove Program Properties dialog box Click Install to open the Install Program from Floppy Disk or CD ROM window Install Program From Floppy Disk CD ROM x Insert the product s first installation floppy disk or CD ROM and then click Met Click Next to open the Run Installation Program wi
20. Recycle Bin option and the Confirm File Delete dialog box 15 displayed Confirm File Delete you sure you want to send document ta the Recycle Bin 3 Click Yes to confirm the deletion If program files are stored in the Recycle Bin folder your Notebook identifies them and prompts you to verify your intention to delete these files PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SERVICE 8 9 800 SERIES 8 10 SERVICE PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Solutions In This Chapter Basic Solutions 9 2 Frequently Asked Questions 9 3 Solution Tables 9 9 You turn on your Notebook and it won t start You try to print and nothing happens You get an error message that prevents you from getting your work done and there s no one around who knows what to do Help In this chapter you ll learn easy ways to increase computer performance and solve some basic computer problems n Frequently Asked Questions FAQs you ll find answers to questions such as Where can I find the specifications for my Compaq Presario Notebook computer How do I change my Notebook display resolution What types of upgrades are available for my Notebook e Solution Tables you ll find common problems described in detail and several solutions to try and fix the problems If you can t solve a problem yourself we ll show you how to contact Compaq Support for all the help you ll need
21. Replace only with the Compaq battery pack specified for your Notebook Components on Underside in Chapter 2 of this guide for help in locating the Battery Stopper and Battery Release Switch Caring for Your Battery later in this guide 3 4 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK Using Battery Power Connecting and Removing the Battery To connect the battery to your Notebook place your Notebook upside down and position the battery so that the side with the label is turned down Unlock the Battery Stopper first Connect the battery to your Notebook until it snaps into place Then lock the Battery Stopper To remove the battery complete the following steps 1 Save your files 2 If the AC adapter is not connected turn off your Notebook 3 Unlock the Battery Stopper 4 Slide and hold the Battery Release Switch on the underside of your Notebook to the back 5 Pull the battery out d EL di iii HER PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know The battery charges whether your Notebook is on or off It continues charging until the battery is fully charged or the AC power is disconnected The battery will lose its charge gradually if not used for a long time Did you know When maximum performance is selected the processor operates at full 100 96 speed When battery optimized mode is selected the processor operates at appro
22. The complete Internet offers a number of tools including e mail the World Wide Web and other communication services Here is some basic information about aspects of the Web that will help you understand this new world World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a popular system that is set up within the Internet specifically for publishing and accessing information It is also known as the Web The letters www stand for World Wide Web PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LET S GO SURFING 6 3 800 SERIES Hyperlinks make it easy to jump from place to place on the World Wide Web 6 4 LET S GO SURFING Web Sites and Web Pages World Wide Web information is grouped in Web sites that are home to one or more Web pages Web pages can provide text graphics animation audio and video to your computer Hyperlinks Many Web pages include hyperlinks also known as links that transport your search at the click of a button A link can be to another place on the same Web page or to another computer halfway around the world Hyperlinks often appear in Web pages as colored underlined text You will also find hyperlinks hidden in buttons pictures and drawings on a Web page When you pass your cursor over a hidden hyperlink the normal cursor arrow turns into a hand with the thumb and first finger extended Click on a hyperlink and discover where it sends you These
23. a list of hyperlinks to all Web sites that contain your keywords Click a link to go to a specific Web site For practice search for the Compaq Web site 1 Connect to the Internet and open your browser 2 Enter the following URL into the Address box of your Web browser www altavista com 3 Enter Compaq in the box next to Find this 4 Click Search Your browser should display numerous links to different Compaq Web sites To use a search engine complete these steps 1 Choose a keyword that describes your topic 2 Type that keyword into the search engine 3 Click the go button or other button provided to send your request Once you have entered a keyword the search engine will Review the descriptions of the Web sites in its records e Create a list of the Web sites that contain your keyword e Display the list on your screen The list the search engine returns to you includes a brief description of each Web site as well as its URL PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Try various keywords and compare the results You can also use the same keyword in different search engines Check your browser s Help files for specific information on using your Favorites folder Searching on the Web You can now begin searching on the Web Briefly examine the list provided by the search engine Then e If you don t like the list change the keyword and ask the search engi
24. and cause data loss or system Warning damage Protect your Notebook and peripherals by connecting To reduce the risk of electrical them to a surge suppressor which absorbs voltage surges and shock fire or damage to the prevents them from reaching your Notebook equipment do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power your Notebook Use only the Compaq adapter that came with your Notebook or a Compaq replacement part A Caution High voltages can enter your Notebook through the phone line connected to the modem To protect your Notebook during electrical storms use a telephone line surge protector 3 2 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know When a charged battery is in your Notebook you can simply unplug it from AC power Your Notebook automatically switches to battery power Did you know Hibernation is a state of no power consumption When your Notebook enters this mode the contents of the memory are saved to the hard disk and your Notebook powers off Why Use AC Power When l ve Got a Battery When you re not on the go you ll want to use your Notebook s AC adapter to supply power This ensures that the battery 15 always charged When your Notebook does not have a charged battery you should save your work and turn off your Notebook before unplugging it from the AC power supply Turning Your Notebook On and Off To turn on your Not
25. attempt to dismantle the Notebook to clean dust from the inside of the Notebook If you dismantle your Notebook you may permanently damage the components on your Notebook 8 4 SERVICE Caring for Your Presario Notebook Your Presario Internet Notebook is designed as a durable product However when you transport it we recommend that you put it in a portable notebook carrying case To enhance the life of your system follow these Do s and Don ts Do s Carry and store your Notebook in a portable notebook carrying case Keep diskettes and modular disk drives away from magnetic fields Magnetic fields can erase data on your diskettes and your hard drives Keep your Notebook away from extreme temperatures for example in parked cars near heaters or near open windows Extreme temperatures can damage your Notebook or cause it to perform poorly Don ts Bump or drop your Notebook Put objects on top of it Even if your Notebook is stored in a durable carrying case it is not made to support extra weight Leave the CD DVD ROM door open when it is not in use It can get damaged Handle liquids around your Notebook Exposure to almost any liquid can result in expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty Expose your Notebook to dusty or dirty environments Dust and dirt can clog internal components and mechanisms PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Backup Utilities Using
26. can easily be transferred over the Internet You can download individual songs or entire CDs in MP3 format to your computer The format is easily identified by the file extension np3 multimedia Two or more media formats used together such as text graphics animation audio or video music software Programs for composing and editing music When you play a tune on a synthesizer keyboard connected to a computer the music program translates what you play into a written score PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES navigate move through a Web site or online document by clicking the hyperlinks embedded in the text or images See hyperlink Netscape Navigator Web browser developed by the Netscape Communications Corporation See browser network Two or more computers linked together to share resources such as programs files and printers network interface card An expansion card or other device used to connect a computer to a local area network newsgroup discussion group the Internet where people can post or read messages on thousands of topics such as professional basketball environmental protection and Himalayan cats newsreader A program that lets you read and post messages to newsgroups news Server server that receives the Usenet news feed all the individual messages collected from 100 000 news servers around the world You access the news serve
27. cause your hard disk to crash Some viruses affect your computer immediately others are set to activate on a certain date See anti virus software W WAV file format used to store sounds WAV sound files can be identified by the file extension wav Microsoft and IBM developed the format for Windows programs that support sound Web See World Wide Web Web browser See browser window A framed area that displays on the Windows desktop after you select an item or open a program PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Windows desktop The main screen you see when your computer completes startup The desktop displays icons small pictures that represent items in the operating system such as My Computer and Recycle Bin shortcuts to programs installed on your computer and shortcuts to folders or files See shortcut Windows Explorer file management program that lets you see the hierarchy of folders on your computer and all the files and subfolders in each folder Visualizing the hierarchy is useful for copying and moving files You can open the folder that contains the file you want to move or copy click and drag the file to a new folder and then drop it in To find Windows Explorer click the Start button and point to Programs You can create a shortcut to Windows Explorer Windows taskbar The gray bar running along the bottom of the screen when your computer completes startup The Start
28. crude statements suddenly appearing on your screen Hard drive memory or software error messages Damage to files or directories for no apparent reason Strange responses to commands Sharp decrease in performance or program speed Removing a Virus If you suspect your Notebook has been infected with a virus find and remove the virus immediately using an anti virus program After you have followed the instructions provided by the anti virus program complete the following steps Turn off your Notebook and leave it off for at least 30 seconds 2 Turn on your Notebook and rescan for the virus PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE COMMON TASKS 4 3 800 SERIES Software and Hardware Discover how easy it 15 to add and remove software attach new hardware devices or re install deleted hardware drivers With easy to follow instructions you can completely and safely install or remove software programs and hardware devices with no worries This section covers e Adding and Removing Software e Attaching Hardware Devices 4 4 COMMON TASKS Adding and Removing Software Software can be installed from a CD a diskette or downloaded from a Web site Many software CDs automatically begin the installation process when placed in the CD drive If you have software that does not automatically begin the installation process you can install the software by using the Microsoft Windows Add Remove
29. from the hard drive you free drive space and help improve your Notebook s performance Use the Windows Disk Cleanup utility to delete temporary Windows files temporary Internet files empty the Recycle Bin and delete unneeded electronic mail files A Caution If you do not intend to delete files that are selected for deletion cancel the request by clicking No when prompted To use Windows Disk Cleanup complete the following steps 1 Click Start then select Programs Accessories System Tools then Disk Cleanup The Select Drive dialog box is displayed 2 Select the drive you want to clean up and click OK The Disk Cleanup dialog box is displayed 3 Click the check box beside each file type you want to delete For more information about each file type you can delete read the descriptions in the Disk Cleanup dialog box 4 Click OK then click Yes to confirm The selected files are deleted PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Using the Recycle Bin When you delete files from your Notebook they are not You can also double click on completely eliminated from your hard drive They are the Recycle Bin icon and temporarily stored in a system folder referred to as the open the folder to select items Recycle Bin You can recover these files if necessary that you wish to keep To delete these files follow this process On your desktop right click the Recycle Bin icon 2 Click the Empty
30. is in the DVD mode and your DVD has Subtitle language options the Subtitle button is enabled When a DVD 1s inserted into the CD or DVD drive the features available on the DVD player are displayed When a particular feature 15 not available the respective button does not respond when clicked USING THE CD DVD DRIVE 5 11 You can only change the region code for the DVD drive five times The fifth setting change you make becomes the permanent region on the player Each time you make a change to the drive s region setting the remaining number of changes allowed on the DVD drive is displayed 5 12 USING THE CD or DVD DRIVE Using Regionalized DVDs Some models have a regionalized feature that limits the playback of discs to specific geographical regions If your Notebook has this feature the region code on the DVD drive must match the region code on the disc Although the DVD drive region code is set at the factory some DVD drives depending on the make and model allow you to change the region code If your Notebook has this feature you can change the code a maximum of five times Identifying Your Region Setting If your Notebook offers the option to change region settings complete the following steps 1 Insert a DVD disc into the DVD drive The Compaq DVD Player control panel opens automatically 2 Click the DVD Options icon on the lower left corner of the player The DVD Options dial
31. it Refer to recognize the the slot or is the manufacturer s PC Card upside down documentation for details The PC Card device Install the device driver Refer to the documentation that came with your PC Card or contact the PC Card manufacturer driver is not installed Review the PC Card packaging to verify that the PC Card is compatible or contact the manufacturer directly PC Card may not be supported by Windows 9 24 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES GLOSSARY This Glossary defines commonly used terms to help new users understand computer concepts Some of these terms are used in this guide 1394 port new type of connector for plugging in peripherals such as video cameras with extremely fast data transfer rates The 1394 standard synchonizes audio and video files by delivering data at a guaranteed rate in real time See peripheral A Acrobat Reader Software created by Adobe Systems that allows you to view an electronic document with the exact layout intended by the author The Acrobat Reader can be downloaded free of charge from the Adobe Web site See software anti virus software program that detects and in many cases repairs the damage caused by a computer virus application Software installed on computer See program PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES backup Copy of a file that 1s kept in case the
32. messages Some viruses may go updates for one year through unnoticed for long periods of time the Internet because they are activated on a certain date or time Protect your Notebook from a virus by 4 2 COMMON TASKS Using an anti virus scanning program to scan for viruses on your drives or diskettes This scanning program is located in the Start menu If you need help using the program select Help in the menu bar Backing up your files periodically to diskettes a separate hard drive or a high capacity storage drive Write protecting diskettes A virus cannot infect a write protected diskette Obtaining all software from reputable sources and checking the software for viruses before installing it Using your anti virus program to check files and programs that are on diskettes attached to e mail messages or downloaded from the Internet Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files These programs warn you if a document that you are opening contains a macro that might have a virus Updating your anti virus program periodically to keep up with new viruses PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Recognizing a Computer Virus A computer virus is a program that damages or erases files or programs Your Notebook can become infected with a virus when you open a contaminated program or file Some signs indicating that your Notebook may be infected include Strange characters or
33. port A removable device that is designed to plug into a PCMCIA slot to accommodate devices such as a modem fax and rotating storage media path A sequence of information that directs the operating system to a file For example C Windows Clouds bmp is the path to a bitmap file named Clouds It is located in a folder named Windows which is located on the C drive peripheral An external device connected to a computer Examples are a monitor keyboard mouse printer scanner Joystick and digital camera pixel elements that compose a graphical image One of the individual dots or picture See graphics playlist Tracks chosen to play from a CD or DVD PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES plug and play feature introduced with Windows 95 to simplify the use of some peripheral devices Once the device has been installed 1n accordance with the manufacturer s instructions you can plug it into the computer while the computer is running The operating system auto matically recognizes the new device In order to connect a non plug and play device you must first shut down the computer See peripheral pop up menu list of options that pops up when you right click an icon on the desktop or taskbar the vacant part of the desktop a selection in a document or a file in Windows Explorer See right click processor short for microprocessor The brains of the computer Se
34. the dialog box PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Display Options Changing Resolution If the display only fills part of the screen or the default resolution does not suit your needs you may want to Changing Resolution adjust the display resolution In this section e Adjusting Brightness To change the display resolution complete these steps 1 On the taskbar click the Start button point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click Display to open the Display Options dialog box and then click the Settings tab Your Notebook s display is already set to its optimal resolution Compaq recommends changing the resolution setting only if you encounter problems Display Properties Background Screen Saver Appearance Effects Web Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Display Default Monitor RAGE MOBILITY PCI M English caen Screen area Ea Color 16 bi Less 1024 by 758 desktop ante thie manitor _ Advanced Cancel Apply 3 Under Screen area click the resolution slider and drag it to the desired resolution 4 Click OK to accept the new settings then close the Control Panel window PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE UsING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 9 800 SERIES Adjusting Brightness If your display is too faint o
35. to create two different Hardware Profiles that are selectable upon start up one with the internal Ethernet hardware enabled and one with the internal Ethernet hardware disabled Display Ouestions Q How can I change the display settings on my Notebook A Right click on the Windows desktop and select Properties The following dialog box is displayed Display Properties ES E 3 xl Background Screen Saver Appearance Effects Web Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Display Default Monitor an RAGE MOBILITY English Screen area Color 16 bit Less 1024 by 768 I Betend indones desktop onto thie monitor Advanced Cancel Select the Settings tab and make changes as necessary Click OK when you finish to apply the settings PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES My display monitor is blank What should do A Your Notebook might be in either Sleep Standby or Hibernation mode Try pressing any key to wake your Notebook from Sleep Standby mode If this does not correct the problem press the Power button once to resume from Hibernation mode Ouestions about Sound Q There is no sound coming from my Notebook What s wrong A You can control the sound coming from your Notebook speakers by double clicking the Volume icon
36. virus detection files See also To access a file on the Internet The Anti Virus Software complete the following section of Chapter 4 for more information about how to protect your Notebook and 1 Open your Web browser and enter a Web address or search for the information you need your files from viruses 2 Once you have located a source for the information follow the Web site s directions to view or download the file 6 12 LET S GO SURFING PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES In This Chapter Battery Care 7 2 Battery Calibration 7 4 Power Management 7 9 Caring for Your Battery When you re on the go AC wall outlets are not always available and sometimes you ll want to use battery power This chapter shows you how to maintain and recharge your battery properly so that your Presario Notebook computer has the power necessary to continue running After you have read this chapter you will be able to complete the following tasks e Increase the length of battery operating time e Correct a low battery condition e Store your battery Recycle your battery COMPAQ t 3892B133 VII HIT EU Maset Sows CA2901 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY 7 1 800 SERIES Battery Care When AC wall outlets are not available or convenient the battery becomes the life line o
37. you perform the following tasks Using a Search Engine e Searching on the Web Some search engines keep general Accessing Files purpose lists while others limit their from the Internet lists to a single topic e An example of a general purpose search engine is AltaVista at www altavista com Some ISPs such as America Online provide their own general purpose search engine e An example of a specialized search engine would be one that only lists Web sites about one specific topic Did you know You can locate search engines in several ways Each search engine has a Try various search engines to see which one you like e Ask a search engine to list other search engines PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LET S GO SURFING 6 9 800 SERIES Choose your keywords carefully Your choice determines the success of your search Did you know URL means Uniform Resource Locator A URL is an address for a resource or Web site on the Internet 6 10 LET S GO SURFING Using a Search Engine Most search engines ask for a keyword A keyword 15 single word or simple phrase that describes your topic e When entering keywords you can enter an entire sentence to limit the search to a more specific topic For example for information about searching the Internet enter searching the Internet instead of Internet e After you enter a keyword search the search engine generates
38. 4 User Information 5 21 Chapter 6 Let s Go Surfing 6 1 Basic Concepts 6 2 Whatis the Internet 6 2 What is the World Wide Web 6 3 spl 6 7 What is a Browser 6 7 Using Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 7 Search Engines 6 9 Choosing a Search Engine 6 9 Using a Search Engine 6 10 Searching on the Web 6 11 Accessing Files from the Internet 6 12 CONTENTS iv PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Chapter 7 Caring for Your Battery 7 1 Battery 7 2 Using the Battery 7 2 Storing the Battery 7 2 Recycling the 7 3 Battery Calibration 7 4 Calibrating the Battery 7 4 Maximizing Battery Operating Time 7 6 Fixing a Low Battery Condition 7 7 Power 7 9 Saving Energy 7 9 What is Power Management 7 9 Chapter 8 5 8 1 Preventive 8 2 C
39. 6 12 Adaptec Easy CD Creator user information 5 21 Audio troubleshooting 9 15 audio troubleshooting 9 21 9 24 B Backing up CDs 5 20 using data CDs 5 18 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Backup 8 5 devices 8 5 utilities 8 5 Basic components 2 1 Battery 2 9 calibrating Calibration battery 7 4 care 7 2 charging 3 5 charging time 7 6 checking 7 2 disposal 7 3 inserting 3 4 life 3 3 low condition 7 7 operating time maximizing 7 6 optimized performance 3 5 power 3 4 7 2 9 6 purchase 7 6 recycling 7 3 replacing 7 8 storage 7 2 types 7 3 INDEX 1 Beyond Setup guide defined 1 2 Brightness 3 10 adjusting 3 10 controls 2 5 Browser 6 7 Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 7 Buffer underrun 5 20 Burning CDs 5 18 Buttons Digital Audio 2 3 Instant Internet Access 2 3 Internet Zone 2 3 left TouchPad 2 2 2 3 Power 2 2 2 3 2 6 3 3 Retail Central 2 3 2 6 right TouchPad 2 2 Scroll 2 2 volume down 2 3 2 6 C Calibration battery 7 4 CD drive 2 6 eject button 5 3 manual eject hole 5 4 player 5 5 Quick Restore 8 9 CD cases making 5 19 CD Copier 5 20 CD player 5 5 CD DVD ejecting 5 3 inserting 5 2 manual eject hole 5 4 manually ejecting 5 4 INDEX 2 CD DVD drive troubleshooting 9 15 CD R CD RW writing to 5 19 CD RW drive 2 6 CDs playing audio 5 5 Charged battery 7 8 Cleaning display screen 8 3 exterior 8 2 Keyboard 8 2 keyboard 8 2 TouchPad 8 3 Clic
40. BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Refer to following storage requirements SE ion Battery 1 your Notebook uses a Li Ion lithium ion battery and you will not be using your Notebook for a long For safety reasons when period of time more than two weeks operating under AC Power Compaq recommends that you keep a battery installed This also helps to ensure that Remove the battery and store it separately you have a charged battery when you need it Recycling Battery In North America dispose of nickel metal hydride or lithium ion TO IRR amin batteries by taking advantage capacity allow both the battery of the Compaq battery recycling and your Notebook to cool to program You will be provided 68 F 20 C which is room with a postage paid battery pack temperature before recharging mailer pre addressed to a the battery reclamation facility where the metals are recycled ee Do not dispose of batteries with general household waste Dispose of or recycle them by using a public collection system or returning them to Compaq your authorized Compaq partners or their agents Use your Notebook until the battery is drained to 50 percent Temperature plays an important role in recharging You may store your battery within the following temperature range 32 F to 113 F 0 C to 45 C To extend its operating life store the battery in a cool dry place 2
41. ESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES DVDs Playing Non DVD Video Discs To play a video disc insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive After a few seconds the disc automatically starts playing In this section you ll learn how to play DVD discs with your Notebook This section covers If disc play does not start Playing Non DVD automatically complete the Video Discs following steps Using the DVD Player 1 On the Windows taskbar click the Start button point to Programs Accessories Entertainment and then click Using Regionalized Windows Media Player DVDs 2 Once the player opens select File and then Open from the menu 4 Did you know 3 Click Browse button Digital Versatile Discs DVDs look like CDs but they store movies DVDs store about 26 times more information than video CDs 4 Locate and double click the CD Drive lt lt icon You should see a list of files and file folders Note CD movies are usually stored in a file folder that begins with the letters MPEG 5 Double click the folder that contains the CD movie files Did you know 6 Select a movie file and click the Open button viewing The DVD drive will take a few window for the movie is displayed seconds to start playback because it must first determine 7 Click the Play button on the window to begin playing the type of media being played the movie For the bes
42. ND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH LIABILITY SOUNDS IN CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE TORT OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LEGAL LIABILITY AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY The limited warranties for Compaq products are exclusively set forth in the documentation accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting a further or additional warranty Compaq Presario Mobile Internet PC 800 Series First Edition February 2001 Part Number 209713 001 Disconnecting Your Notebook from the Power Chapter 2 Your Notebook ata Glance Front of Your Presario Notebook Components on Front Lower Front Panel Internet Zone Buttons and Lights Function KeyS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES CONTENTS i Left 2 6 Components Left Side 2 6 Diskette CD DVD or CD RW Drive gb 2 6 Right 2 7 Components Right Side 2 7 Back Panel aca wie a dh eta dom BOR OS GE 2 8 Components Back 2 8 5 2 9 Components on Underside 2 9 Chapter
43. Notebook features Power Onl 3 2 TouchPad 3 6 Display Options 3 9 Internet Zone Buttons 3 11 Storage Drives 3 12 Communication Feature 3 14 Infrared Feature 3 16 Security 3 17 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 1 800 SERIES Power On Plugging and Unplugging AC Power This section helps you get Do s your Notebook set up e Ensure that you can reach and running the electrical outlet easily Plugging and Unplug AC adapter from Unplugging AC Power the electrical outlet when you want to disconnect AC Turning Your Notebook On and Off power from your Notebook e When unplugging from the electrical outlet grasp the e Optimizing Processor cord by the plug Speed Using Battery Power Don ts Do not leave the AC adapter plugged into the electrical outlet when it is not connected to your Notebook Do not place anything on power cords or cables Arrange See also them so that no one accidentally steps on or trips over them The Easy Setup Poster and Surge Protectors the Government Approvals E section in the Safety and Using surge protectors and line conditioners can substantially Comfort Guide for worldwide reduce the risk of electrical shock and aid in protecting your power cord information Notebook from power source problems During a power surge the voltage level of electricity coming into your Notebook can increase
44. PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 1 800 SERIES Basic Solutions Helpful Hints Before you consult our If you encounter minor problems with your Notebook display extensive list of common or software refer to the following list of general suggestions solutions try these helpful before taking further action hints If you still need help this section tells you how to quickly find the solution e Ensure that your Notebook is plugged into the AC adapter and that the adapter is plugged into a working electrical outlet e Ensure that your Notebook is turned on and In this section Power light or icon is lit Helpful Hi e Adjust the brightness and contrast controls of display Finding Solutions e Remove diskettes from diskette drive before turning Quickly on your Notebook Finding Solutions Ouickly To help you find a solution quickly most of the information in this chapter 15 divided into three columns 1 Symptom describes the symptom or warning that indicates a problem 2 Problem identifies one or more reasons why symptom occurred 3 Solution describes how you should try to fix the problem If the listed solution does not fix your problem try another solution for the symptom or try the solution a second time If a problem persists and you can t resolve it contact a Compaq Authorized Service Provider Refer to your Warranty Sta
45. SOLUTIONS has Occurred error message is displayed restart your Notebook PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Mass Storage CD DVD drive The disc is inserted Reinsert the CD with the label cannot read improperly facing up and verify the disc is Mass Storage media include us long an CDs CD RWs DVDs i diskettes and the hard disk The DVD drive takes Wait least 30 seconds to longer to start let the DVD drive determine because it must the type of media being determine the type of played If disc still does not media being played start refer to the solution for before it can start related problems The disc is dirty Clean the disc with a CD cleaning kit available in most computer stores DVD Player DVD playback To provide maximum performance requires large performance close all other is poor when amounts of programs while playing DVD running other processing power media It may also be programs therefore the system necessary to restart Windows simultaneously cannot process other tasks simultaneously to free all resources at maximum performance Cannot eject CD Power is not on Manually eject the disc or DVD see Using the CD or DVD Drive in this guide or turn on your Notebook Display is Copyright material at Wait a few seconds for video corrupted when beginning of movie corruption to clear up If it playing some causes momentary
46. T PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD OR DVD DRIVE 5 21 800 SERIES 5 22 USING THE CD OR DVD DRIVE PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Let s Go Surfing Surfing the Web can bea In This Chapter wonderful way to use and enjoy your Notebook Surfing offers new Basic Concepts 6 2 opportunities daily for shopping education news entertainment Browsers 6 7 research and education Possibilities abound on the Web This chapter helps you discover them When you do you will not be alone It is estimated that thousands of new users connect to the Web every day for the first time Search Engines 6 9 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LET S GO SURFING 6 1 800 SERIES Basic Concepts This section helps you answer these questions What is the Internet e What is the World Wide Web The Internet is changing communication and commerce around the world 6 2 LET S GO SURFING The World Wide Web is part of the Internet Several decades ago the U S military began developing the Internet It wasn t long before academic and industrial researchers began using it to share data Vast numbers of new computer users stimulated Internet growth over the last ten years Millions of homes and businesses now use their computers to communicate through this system Welcome to the World Wide Web Whatever other uses you have for your computer this one can be the most interesting What is th
47. T S GO SURFING 6 7 800 SERIES To begin surfing Internet with Microsoft Internet Explorer complete either of the following e From the Windows desktop double click the Internet Explorer icon Microsoft Internet Explorer has an extensive Help section that includes a tour of its major features e From the Windows taskbar click the Start button point to Programs and then click the Internet Explorer icon An alternative method uses the Internet Zone buttons on your keyboard To connect to the Web with this procedure simply press one of the Internet Zone buttons Note The Internet Zone buttons on your computer may differ from those shown here Internet Zone Buttons and Lights in Chapter 2 and Internet Zone Buttons in Chapter 3 for information about identifying and reprogramming the These buttons give you quick access to the most frequently used Zone butoni Internet activities They can be programmed to reflect your personal preferences 6 F9 F10 6 8 LET S GO SURFING PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Search Engines Choosing Search Engine Many different search engines exist on their own Web sites Each one keeps a list or database of e Choosing a Search registered Web sites The search Engine engine s master list includes a description and Internet address for each of its registered Web sites This section will help
48. UIDE USING THE CD DVD DRIVE 5 17 800 SERIES 1 Did you know You can record any combination of tracks WAV or MP3 files to an Audio CD Did you know If information about the music CD is located on your hard disk the CD title artist name and the name of each track are displayed If this information does not appear and you have access to the Internet click the CDDB Internet button on the toolbar to download the information from the online CDDB Music Service Did you know To test the drive performance Compaq recommends using the Emulate Only option located in the Options window when recording a new CD R or using your Notebook for the first time This allows you to perform a test run before actually recording Did you know When you have finalized a CD R disc no additional tracks can be added to the disc 5 18 USING THE CD or DVD Drive 4 If you are recording tracks from an existing music CD insert the music CD into your CD drive and continue with the next step To begin recording WAV or MP3 files continue with the next step 5 In the left pane of the Explorer section select the CD ROM drive containing the music CD a list of the tracks on the CD appears to the right If you are recording WAV or MP3 files select the folder where your files are located 6 Select the track WAV or MP3 file you want to record in the right pane of the Explorer section and then click Add on t
49. YOND SETUP GUIDE The wrong type of diskette is being used Diskette is not formatted Diskette is write protected Diskette is full or file is too big File save command was not properly executed Diskette is damaged Check the type of drive you have and use the correct diskette type Format the diskette by following these steps 1 From the desktop double click the My Computer 5 icon 2 Select the 3 1 2 Floppy drive 3 Click File and point to Format 4 Select the desired options and click Start to begin formatting the diskette Once the format is complete you should be able to save your information Slide the write protection tab to the unlocked position on the diskette Use another diskette or compress the file to reduce the file size When saving information to the diskette drive verify you are using the correct drive Replace the damaged diskette SOLUTIONS 9 17 Hard drive Part of the hard Insert an emergency diskette error message drive failed that has been created for your is displayed operating system in the diskette drive 1 Restart your Notebook This operation rebuilds the system files on your hard disk 2 When the operation is complete restart your Notebook For further assistance call the Compaq Customer Support number for your region Non system A diskette that does When drive activity stops disk or disk not contain system remov
50. al interest held on the Internet Instead of meeting in a classroom students may meet for group discussions on the Internet directory See folder GLOSSARY 3 disk High capacity storage media such as the hard disk inside the computer and the removable media used in a Zip drive or Jaz drive diskette Low capacity removable storage media made of flexible plastic film encased in a hard plastic shell Since the plastic film is flexible the 3 5 inch diskette 1s some times referred to as a floppy disk diskette drive The drive that reads and writes to a diskette double click To push down and quickly release the left mouse button two times in rapid succession to open an item download To receive files from another computer on the Internet drive A device that reads and sometimes writes to storage media Examples are the CD drive DVD drive LS Compaq drive diskette drive and hard drive driver Software that enables the operating system to recognize and operate devices installed in or attached to the computer such as a printer drives that use removable media and all peripheral devices have drivers You can download updated drivers from the manufacturer s Web site See peripheral device drop down menu A list of options that drops down when you click a menu on the menu bar or the down arrow on a dialog box GLOSSARY 4 DSL digital subscriber line A telephone line that carries both voice and data signals i
51. book at a Glance Before you begin using your new Presario Notebook you ll want In This Ch apter to look at some of the basic components Front of Your Presario Notebook 2 2 Left Panel 2 6 Right Panel 2 7 Back Panel 2 8 Underside 2 9 To open your new Notebook slide the Display Release Latch and gently lift the lid up PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2 1 800 SERIES Front of Components on Front Your Presario Notebook Open the front of your Notebook and take a look at these components e Components on Front Lower Front Panel e Internet Zone Buttons and Lights e Function Keys Turning Your Notebook On Microphone and Off later in this guide to Keyboard learn more about how to start and shut down your Notebook TouchPad Q Speakers Left TouchPad Button Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse later in this guide for more information on using the TouchPad 2 2 YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE Scroll Button Right TouchPad Button Power Button Display 0000 Display Release Latch PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Lower Front Panel Volume Down Button Headphone Jack Volume Up Button AC Adapter Light Microphone Jack Q Battery Charging Light Internet Zone Buttons and Lights IL see aiso See also Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons later in this Q 1
52. button 1s on the left side of the taskbar and the systray a tray with icons and the computer clock 15 on the right Programs that are running but minimized into icons are displayed in the middle of the taskbar wizard Part of a program that guides you through a complex process such as signing up with an Internet service provider or posting a Web site to a server Most programs on CD ROMs have wizards to guide you through the installation process PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES World Wide Web A system of Internet servers that support documents formatted in HTML See HTML 2 zipped file file that has been squeezed to a smaller size by compression software such as WinZip An archive group of related files that are zipped together can be transmitted as an e mail attachment much faster than individual files An archive takes up less storage space on your disk It can be identified by the file extension zip An archive contains a self extracting program with the file extension exe for executable Double click the executable file and a wizard guides you through the process of unzipping the files See wizard GLOSSARY 15 GLOSSARY 16 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES AC Adapter connecting 7 7 connector 2 7 troubleshooting 9 13 AC Power 3 2 plugging 3 2 unplugging 3 2 using 3 3 Accessing search engines 6 6 Accessing files from the Internet
53. ck the 2 button or select Help from the Mouse Properties dialog box To help prevent accidental pointing while typing drag the PalmCheck slider towards maximum Tapping and Double Tapping Your TouchPad has a Tapping feature that works like the left mouse button If enabled you can tap once on the TouchPad to select an object and tap twice to double click House Properties To turn on the tapping feature complete the following steps 1 From the Windows desktop click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click the Mouse cy icon to open the Mouse Properties dialog box 3 Select the Touch tab and click the Tap to Click check box to turn on the tapping feature 4 Click OK to accept the changes and close the dialog box PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE UsING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 7 800 SERIES 3 8 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK Edge Motion Edge Motion allows you to continue to scroll once your finger reaches the edge of the TouchPad When this feature is turned on the window continues to scroll until you lift your finger House Properties To turn on Edge Motion complete following steps 1 From the Windows desktop click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click the Mouse icon 3 Click the Edge Motion tab 4 Select When Dragging Always and When Scrolling to turn on Edge Motion 5 Click OK to accept the changes and close
54. ck the Finish button You may need to restart your Notebook for the new hardware to be recognized by your Notebook PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE COMMON TASKS 4 7 800 SERIES 4 8 COMMON TASKS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Using the CD or DVD Drive Who would ever have thought that In This Ch apter your home entertainment center could fit in your lap or on a CD or DVD Drive 5 2 desktop Your Presario Notebook computer allows you to listen to Audio CDs and Video your favorite music and on select Discs 5 5 models watch your favorite movies almost anywhere you go DVDs 5 7 To help you understand what options lie at your fingertips and Video Display how to use these options this Options 5 14 chapter includes information for CD RW Basics 5 15 Inserting and removing CD or DVD discs e Playing audio CDs Playing both DVD and non DVD videos e Adjusting the display options with the DVD Control Panel e Creating audio data and backup CDs PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD oR DVD DRIVE 5 1 800 SERIES DVD Drive This section covers Connecting the CD or DVD Drive e Inserting a Disc e Removing a Disc e Manually Ejecting a Disc Do not Disconnect the CD or DVD drive when your Notebook is turned on 5 2 USING THE CD or DVD Drive Connecting the CD or DVD Drive To connect the CD or DVD drive to your Notebook compl
55. creen Cleaning the TouchPad Caring for Your Presario Notebook 8 2 SERVICE Cleaning Your Notebook s Exterior A Caution When you shut down your Notebook the power turns off However some electrical currents may still be flowing through the Notebook To completely disconnect power from the Notebook unplug the power and modem cables from the wall outlets and remove the battery Using a damp lint free cloth clean the keyboard the Notebook s exterior and other external parts on your Notebook A Caution Do not use household cleaning solvents because they will damage the finish on your Notebook Cleaning the Keyboard You should clean the keyboard periodically to rid it of dust lint and any other foreign particles that may become trapped beneath the keys Use a compressed can of air with a straw extension attached to blow air in and around the keys Cleaning the keyboard prevents keys from sticking and jamming It also makes typing a more pleasant experience A Caution Do not use liquids of any kind on the keyboard as they may permanently damage your keyboard A Caution Do not use a regular vacuum cleaner for cleaning the keyboard because you may deposit normal household debris on the surfaces rather than remove it PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Foam swabs or cosmetic applicators are preferred to cotton swabs because cotton can add rather than remove lint
56. does not clear up then stop DVD movies corruption and restart the DVD movie PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES SOLUTIONS 9 15 Not reading A non formatted Format the diskette using the drive diskette is inserted following steps Abort Retry 1 Double click the Fail message My Computer 35 icon appears on the desktop 2 Select the 3 1 2 Floppy A drive 3 Click File and point to Format 4 Select the desired options and click Start to begin formatting the diskette Diskette is damaged Replace the diskette with a new one Diskette drive is The diskette is Remove the diskette and continually improperly inserted reinsert it as follows active 1 Insert the edge with the sliding cover into the drive facing up 2 Push the diskette all the way into the drive until it stops Diskette is damaged Replace the diskette with a new one Diskette drive Diskette is not Format the diskette by cannot read formatted following these steps a diskette 1 From the desktop double click the My Computer 5 icon 2 Select the 3 1 2 Floppy A drive 3 Click File and point to Format 4 Select the desired options and click Start to begin formatting the diskette 9 16 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES cont d Diskette drive cannot read a diskette Diskette drive cannot save information to diskette PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BE
57. e Internet The Internet is a vast communications system for computers Cables phone lines and radios connect huge numbers of computers around the world These connections allow many simultaneous public and private communications The Internet does not have an owner or manager It is a cooperative effort between individuals private organizations universities businesses and governments Let s take a brief look at how the Internet 1s put together A network 15 the basic building block of the Internet Two computers create a small network when they are linked to each other PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES network can link multiple computers For example a large company could link all its computers within a single network On higher level networks link to other networks In fact huge numbers of networks are linked worldwide to form the Internet Together they provide seemingly endless amounts of information for topics such as Computers in a network can share information as well as e Entertainment cme ic Pd dd EORR d devices such as printers and scanners Commerce ze E e Research e Education What is the World Wide Web Inside the Internet is the World Wide Web www Although the World Wide Web is the part of the Internet that you are most likely be interested it is only one small part of whole system
58. e microprocessor product key A unique series of letters and numbers that are assigned to each software package you buy You are asked to enter the product key when you install the software When you register the software you transmit the product key to the manufacturer to enter in a customer database Later when you call for technical support you are asked for the product key The technician matches it against the database to determine whether you qualify for support You should keep a record of all product keys to protect your investment They are comparable to the serial numbers on hardware See software PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES program Software that you install on a computer for word processing drawing manipulating photos reconciling your bank statement calculating your taxes composing music or playing games It 1s occasionally referred to as an application See software e QuikDock A device that provides ports for external devices allowing you to dock and remove your Notebook while your hardware remains connected to the QuikDock R RAM random access memory The main memory of the computer It holds a copy of the operating system any programs that are running on the computer and any data that 1s being processed RAM 15 temporary memory turning off the computer clears RAM The more RAM your computer has the faster the programs respond See main memory See als
59. e steps also allow the battery to drain faster 3 On the Windows taskbar click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel 4 Double click the Power Options icon on the Control Panel The Power Options Properties dialog box opens PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES You can use your Notebook while the battery is draining or charging 5 Click the Power Schemes tab Power Management Properties x Hibernate Intel A 5peedStep T technology Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced 1 Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Save Delete Settings For Portable Laptop power scheme When computer is Plugged in Running on batteries System standby Never Never Turn off monitor After 3 hours Never Tum off hard disks Ate 15 ming Mever Cancel Apply 6 From Running on Batteries column a In the Turn off Monitor drop down list select Never b In the Turn off Hard Disk drop down list select Never c In the System Standby drop down list select Never 7 Let the battery drain until your Notebook reaches Hibernation and turns off 8 Plug in the AC adapter Restart your Notebook 9 Return to the Power Management Properties dialog box under Control Panel and re enter your Pow
60. e the diskette and press error message files needed to start the Spacebar to continue the is displayed your Notebook is in startup process the diskette drive System files Insert a startup diskette that are damaged has been created for your operating system in the diskette drive 1 Restart your Notebook 2 Atthe A prompt type SYS C and press Enter The following message is displayed SYSTEM TRANSFERRED This operation restores the system files to your hard disk 3 Restart your Notebook 9 18 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Game and Internet Game Minimum hardware Review the game packaging frequently stops or software or call the game s responding requirements set by manufacturer to verify the or locks up manufacturer not minimum hardware and met software requirements Game was not set up properly when installed Re install the program noting any settings and default selections that pertain to your Notebook and restart the game Cannot connect Internet service Verify Internet settings or to the Internet provider ISP account contact your Internet service is not set up properly provider ISP for assistance Modem is not set up properly Reconnect the modem verifying the telephone line to wall jack connection Refer to the Compaq Easy Setup poster Web browser is not set up properly Verify t
61. eb site to your computer hyperlink The embedded link to another document When you pass the cursor over a link usually highlighted text or an image a small hand with a pointed index finger is displayed When you click the link the document to which it points 1s automati cally transferred to your computer no matter where on the Internet the file is stored See HTML icon small picture that represents a menu command file program tool or peripheral interactive computer program that responds to you as if you were having a conversation You give instructions the computer performs an action or requests additional information Computer games multimedia and tutorials are interactive programs interface means of communication between two entities A person and a computer interface through a monitor keyboard and mouse Two computers interface through a network or Internet connection PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Internet worldwide collection of computer networks that are interconnected so that users can share electronic information Internet Explorer Internet Explorer See Microsoft Internet keyboard A keyboard that resembles a typewriter keyboard but is equipped with special buttons programmed to connect to the Internet Internet phone A video telephone that allows you to make long distance calls over the Internet ISP Internet service provider A compa
62. ebook press the Power button which is located at the top of the keyboard To turn off your Notebook properly he followin Pause Insert Delete complete the following steps d ET Save your work and exit all open programs 2 Click the Start button then click Shut Down and select the Shut down option 3 Click the OK button After a few seconds your Notebook will turn off Note If your Notebook is not responding press and hold down the Power button until your Notebook shuts down Power Button Functionality When your Notebook is on pressing the Power button places your Notebook in Hibernation mode The settings for the Power button are as follows e Press and release once to enter Hibernation mode e Press and hold down to shut down your Notebook Note You should only press and hold down the Power button to shut down your Notebook if it is locked up or not responding Compaq does not recommend that you turn off your Notebook using this method under normal circumstances To turn off your Notebook properly refer to the procedure above PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 3 800 SERIES Your Notebook contains lithium ion battery pack Improper handling of the battery pack can result in fire and chemical burns Do not disassemble crush puncture short external contacts dispose of in water or fire or expose it to temperatures higher than 140 60
63. ect button on into place Removing a Disc the drive 2 Remove a disc from the tray gently pushing down on the center spindle while pulling up on the outer edges Avoid touching the surface of the disc Push the tray back into the drive until it locks into place PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD DVD DRIVE 5 3 800 SERIES Manually Ejecting a Disc If you need to eject a disc when the power is off complete the following steps to eject the disc manually 1 Make sure the power 15 off and any external power sources are disconnected 2 Insert a small rod or pin such as a paper clip approximately 1 16 inch in diameter and at least 3 8 inch in length into the Manual Eject Hole and push firmly as shown in the figure above 3 Remove the disc from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive until it locks into place 5 4 USING THE CD oR DVD DRIVE PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Audio CDs Video Discs In this section you ll learn how to play audio and video discs with your Notebook This section covers e Playing Audio CDs e Playing Non DVD Video Discs Did you know You can also use the function keys to play an audio CD These keys are shown in Function Keys earlier in this guide Did you know The compact disc CD is the most common way to store information to use on your Notebook Compact disks h
64. ed on your hard Use the icons to the right to disk To determine the total identify your drive hard disk size add the size of both the C and D drives together Note The DVD CD RW and SuperDisk drives are available only on select models 3 12 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Using the Diskette Drive Connecting the Diskette Drive To use the diskette drive connect the cable of the diskette drive to any one of the USB port on the left side of you Notebook Inserting and Ejecting a Diskette To insert a diskette into the diskette drive hold the diskette with the label facing up and the arrow on the diskette pointing towards the drive and gently push the diskette into the drive To remove a diskette press the Eject button on the diskette drive A Caution To prevent damage to the diskette and the information stored on it wait until diskette drive activity is complete before removing the diskette PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 13 800 SERIES Communication Feature In this section Using the Modem Using the LAN You may have to disable power management when using communication feature Set the COM port of the internal modem to COMS3 Did you know The modem cable core contains ferrite a material that minimizes electromagnetic interference 3 14 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK Using t
65. election in a document or a file Windows Explorer The options on the pop up menu are the most commonly used commands that relate to the item you right clicked See right click surf To jump from place to place Internet searching for topics of interest by clicking hyperlinks Instead of searching for specific information surfing is an undirected type of Web browsing You amuse yourself by clicking whatever catches your fancy surge protector A device that protects a computer from fluctuations in power A surge protector regulates the flow of electricity to the computer and prevents high voltage surges from damaging the equipment SVGA super video graphics array A video display standard that offers greater resolution and color depth than VGA The resolution clarity and sharpness of an image is determined by the number of pixels that can be displayed per square inch Color depth is determined by the number of colors from 256 to 16 million that can be displayed simultaneously The number of both pixels and colors is limited by the amount of video memory on the SVGA system See pixel sleep mode low power state that saves electricity when the computer is not in use T taskbar See Windows taskbar software The invisible code stored in digital bits and bytes It consists of a set of instructions that tell the hardware what tasks to perform See digital See also program PRESARIO MOBILE
66. er Savings settings to the desired level The battery is now calibrated PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY 7 5 800 SERIES 7 6 FOR YOUR BATTERY Battery Charging Time Battery charging time will vary based on the initial battery charge the type of battery and the activity of your Notebook while charging Purchasing Spare or Extra Batteries Over time all batteries lose the ability to operate at full capacity and the battery will have to be replaced To purchase a new battery contact your Compaq authorized dealer or access the Compaq Web site at www compaq com athome Maximizing Battery Operating Time The battery operating time depends on your power management settings Your Notebook components the options and the applications that you use also affect the operating time This section shows you how to increase the length of time you are able to operate under battery power The display processor CD DVD drive and hard drive use the most battery power To maximize the battery operating time perform one or more of the following actions e Reduce display brightness and select a short wait for your screen saver e Select a screen saver that does not generate a lot of graphics or motion Reduce audio volume or use headphones e Exit modem programs when you are not using them Remove PC Cards when you are not using them e Remove CDs or DVDs when you are not using t
67. ete the following steps 1 Turn off your Notebook 2 Connect the cable of the CD or DVD drive to the CD or DVD drive port on the left side of your Notebook 3 Turn on your Notebook Inserting a Disc To load a disc into the disc drive complete the following steps A Caution Improper handling of a CD or DVD can damage the disc and could potentially damage the drive 1 Press the Eject button located on the front of the drive 2 Remove a disc from its protective case holding the disc by its center hole and outer edge to avoid touching the surface PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES 3 Place disc label side up unless it is double sided DVD into the round area of the tray Gently press the disc down onto the center spindle of the tray until the disc snaps into place Caution Before closing the disc tray ensure that the disc snaps onto the spindle in the center of the tray You can damage the disc and your Notebook if the disc is not seated properly 4 Push the tray back into the drive until the drive locks Did you know you will not be able to eject a disc from the CD or DVD drive To remove a disc without powering up your Notebook you must eject the disc from the drive manually See Ejecting a Disc for detailed instructions 3 To remove a disc from the drive If your Notebook power is off complete the following steps Press the Ej
68. f your Notebook In this section you will become familiar with the following e Using the Battery e Storing the Battery e Recycling the Battery If your Notebook contains a lithium battery pack improper handling of the battery pack may result in fire and chemical burns Do not disassemble crush puncture short external contacts dispose of in water or fire or expose it to temperatures higher than 140 F 60 C Replace only with the Compaq battery pack specified for your Notebook Using Battery Power earlier in this guide for inserting removing and charging your battery 7 2 CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY Using the Battery Your Notebook allows you to use either AC power or battery power If an AC wall outlet is not available you will want to use battery power This section will help you Determine the amount of remaining battery power Determine what affects the length of battery operating time Checking Battery Power To determine the amount of remaining battery power follow these steps 1 Double click the Battery Charge icon or the AC power icon located on the right side of the Windows taskbar 2 Check the lights on your battery or Status panel gauge depending on what type of Notebook you have Storing the Battery If you will not be using your Notebook for an extended period of time you must take precautions to ensure that your battery is stored correctly PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC
69. hat your web browser is installed and set up to work with your ISP PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 19 800 SERIES If no dial tone is found another telephone handset on the same line is not on the receiver Verify that all telephone handsets on the same line are on the receiver Messages are not cleared from answering service If you use an answering service that modifies your telephone s dial tone to inform you of messages clear all messages and try your call again ISP connection is not established Instant Internet Zone buttons do not respond Connect to your ISP and retry the Instant Internet Zone buttons 9 20 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Keyboard and TouchPad Keyboard Program in use has Turn off your Notebook using commands stopped responding the TouchPad isyon or keystrokes to commands 1 On the taskbar click the Notebook s mouse Use your s not Start button finger on the touchpad to direct EGGS M 2 Click Shut Down the cursor across the screen your Notebook 3 Select the Shut down option and click OK 4 After the shutdown is complete restart your Notebook If your Notebook does not shut down press and hold down the Power button until your Notebook turns off Fn Num Lk The internal keyboard Use keypad on the external Shift Num Lk NumLock is disabled keyboard
70. he toolbar Repeat until the Audio CD Layout contains all of the tracks and files that you want to record 7 Click Create CD The CD Creation Process dialog box opens 8 When prompted remove your audio CD and insert a blank CD into your CD Recorder and click OK to start recording 9 When the CD Creation Process is complete click OK Note If you have tracks on other music CDs that you want to record repeat steps 3 5 for each music CD from which you want to record During the actual recording process Easy CD Creator prompts you to reinsert the appropriate music CD for the track being recorded Creating Data CDs A data CD is ideal for backing up important files such as personal documents and files on your hard disk The Data CD is designed for data storage only and cannot be played on your home stereo like an audio CD To create a data CD complete the following steps 1 On the Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs Adaptec Easy Creator 4 and then click Create CD 2 On the Welcome screen click Data The Data screen opens 3 On the Data screen click Data CD The Easy CD Creator window opens PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know The CD Recordable or CD ReWritable CDs have to be formatted first before writing to them To open a Data CD Layout click the small arrow next to the New button on the toolbar Select Data CD from the drop down list and a Data
71. he Modem You can use the internal modem for data transfer and fax communication To connect the internal modem to the telephone line complete the following steps 1 Turn off your Notebook 2 Connect the end nearest the core on the modem cable to your Notebook s modem port 3 Connect the other end of the modem cable to the telephone line 4 Turn on the Notebook PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know The LAN cable core contains ferrite a material that minimizes electromagnetic interference Using the LAN You can use the 10 100 Base T LAN module to connect your Notebook to a network To connect the LAN module to the network complete the following steps Turn off your Notebook 2 Attach the provided core to the LAN cable before connecting the cable 3 Open the core 4 Wind your LAN cable around the core for 1 5 circles and close the core leaving 0 5 2 inches between the core and the connector end 5 Connect the core end of the LAN cable to the LAN port of your Notebook and the other end to the network hub 6 Turn on your Notebook PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE UsING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 15 800 SERIES Infrared Feature In this section e Connecting an IR Device 3 16 UsiNG YOUR NOTEBOOK Connecting an IR Device You can transfer data 1n a wireless manner with an IR device through the IR port on the right side of you
72. hem Use Sleep or Hibernation mode to turn off your Notebook when you are not using it PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES If you will not be using your Notebook for an extended period of time Compaq recommends that you unplug the electrical cord from the outlet and remove the battery while your Notebook is not in use Did you know The battery will charge whether your Notebook is on or off and will continue to charge until the battery is fully charged or AC power is disconnected Fixing a Low Battery Condition A low battery condition exists when the battery has less than 10 percent of its power remaining This section of will show you how to correct a low battery condition and what to do if your Notebook loses all battery power When your Notebook loses all battery power it begins Hibernation a process that cannot be interrupted If Hibernation has begun you must allow your Notebook to finish saving your information and shut off automatically before trying to correct the low battery condition The availability of an AC wall outlet will determine which solution you should use to correct a low battery condition Use one of the following options Connect the AC Adapter This solution allows you to continue working without being interrupted and simultaneously charges the drained battery You don t have to turn off your Notebook before connecting the AC adap
73. http web14 compaq com falco sp list asp Note You must know your Presario Notebook Model and Serial Numbers located on the underside of your Notebook Q Where do I get information about memory upgrades A See the following site http athome compaq com PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Hard Disk Errors and Hard Disk Space Management earlier in this guide for information about the hard disk Error Messages Error messages are displayed on the screen to alert you when problems occur and when your input is required to resolve a problem receive an Out of Memory message while a program is running What s wrong A Your Notebook operating system resources are low Close one or more programs to recover resources Note You may have to restart your Notebook to completely recover Windows memory Q receive hard disk error messages What is wrong A A hard disk error message is displayed when part of the hard disk has failed The hard drive can be restored by using the ScanDisk utility To repair the hard disk using the ScanDisk Utility complete the following steps 1 Click the Start button point to Programs Accessories System Tools then click ScanDisk to open the ScanDisk dialog box 2 Select the hard disk and any other desired options 3 Click the Start button to begin the repair process PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 7 800 SERIES
74. ight or have permission to copy from the copyright owner you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor 1 Did you know In extreme cases some errors may render your disc unusable If this occurs it may be necessary to start over with a new disc and then properly dispose of the old disc 5 20 UsiNG THE CD DVD DRIVE CD Copier The CD Copier is used to back up almost any kind of CD To make a backup copy of a CD complete the following steps ie 2 On Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs Point to Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 on the Programs menu point to Features Click CD Copier The CD Copier window opens Click the Source and Destination tab Under Copy from select the drive containing the original CD Under Record to select the drive containing the blank CD This is the CD recordable drive Click Copy to begin recording a copy of your CD Preventing Buffer Underrun Errors A Buffer Underrun is an error that occurs when the flow of data to the CD Recorder is interrupted Once a buffer underrun occurs the CD creation process is halted The following are suggestions for preventing buffer underruns Close other programs and disable tasks or applications running in the background such as screen savers and virus software Ensure that the temporary files created during CD
75. in the taskbar The Master Volume window 15 displayed 4 g NI lp i Xx Make sure the Mute all box 15 not checked in Master Volume Balance section PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 5 800 SERIES Adjusting Brightness section in this guide Using Your Notebook earlier in this guide for more information on charging the battery 9 6 SOLUTIONS Ouestions about Movies Q The DVD movie is too dim or too bright What should I do A Adjust the brightness setting and the Advanced Display properties Ouestions about Peripherals Q My Notebook is connected to a printer but I am unable to print What s wrong If the printer 15 attached directly to your Notebook make sure that the power cable is plugged into the wall and the printer is turned on Check to make sure that the connector cable between your Notebook and the printer is properly attached Also ensure that you have the correct driver for your printer installed on your Notebook If you still have trouble printing refer to the instructions that came with your specific printer model Q How do I know how much battery power I have A See the Battery Status icon in the System tray on the Windows taskbar Ouestions about Upgrades Q Can I download upgrades from the Compaq Internet site A Yes You can download Compaq upgrades called Softpaqs such as video drivers diagnostics and flash ROM at
76. installed third party virus scan software to remove computer viruses However since new viruses constantly emerge you should check with your software vendor about software upgrades These upgrades are usually available on the Internet Q can t connect to the Internet What s the problem A First you must have an account with an Internet Service Provider ISP Your modem must also be configured correctly and you must have a cable connecting the modem port to the phone jack Also ensure that you have an Internet browser installed such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator Q The keyboard does not respond when I press any button What should I do A Press and hold the Power button to power off your Notebook then restart or call Compaq customer support for assistance PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 3 800 SERIES Presario Notebook Operating System Manual for information on how to create additional hardware profiles 9 4 SOLUTIONS Q Why is my Notebook slow when not on the network or when coming out of Hibernation mode A If the internal Ethernet hardware network card is set up to connect to a network Windows tries to access the network through the Ethernet hardware If a connection does not exist then start up is delayed or loss of functionality can occur One way to overcome these problems is to use the Hardware Profile feature of Windows This feature allows you
77. irm your request and then click OK to start the deletion process Defragmenting Your Hard Disk The Disk Defragmenter utility rearranges files and unused space on your hard disk so that programs can run faster Caution Plug your Notebook into AC Power before defragmenting the hard drive A Caution Do not turn off the Notebook during the defragmentation process To defragment your hard drive complete the following steps 1 Click Start Programs and then Accessories 2 Click System Tools then Disk Defragmenter A dialog box prompting you to select the drive you want to defragment is displayed 3 Select the drive you wish to defragment 4 Click OK to begin defragmenting your selected hard drive PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SERVICE 8 7 800 SERIES Hard Disk Space Management This section covers e Checking the Hard Disk Space e Deleting Unnecessary Files e Using the Recycle Bin 8 8 SERVICE Checking the Hard Disk Space In Windows you can see a chart of the available hard drive space To check your hard drive space complete the following steps e Double click the My Computer icon The My Computer window is displayed Right click the hard drive where you want to check available file space then select Properties The System Properties dialog box is displayed which shows the free and used space on the drive Deleting Unnecessary Files By deleting unnecessary files
78. king left 3 6 right 3 6 Computer turning off 3 3 turning on 3 3 virus 9 3 Connecting to the Web 6 8 Contrast controls 2 5 Copying CDs 5 20 Creating data CDs 5 18 D Data CD creating 5 18 Definitions Internet 6 2 World Wide Web 6 2 Defragmentation hard drive 8 7 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Deleted files recovery 8 9 Disabling self starting feature 5 5 Disc inserting 5 2 removing 5 3 removing manually 5 4 Disk drive 3 13 ejecting 3 13 Disk Cleanup using 8 6 Diskette drive 2 6 Diskette eject button 3 13 Display blank 9 5 brightness 3 10 cleaning screen 8 3 hibernation 9 5 release latch 2 1 2 2 resolution 3 9 settings 9 4 troubleshooting 9 10 Downloaded program file installing 4 5 Drained Battery 7 8 Drives 3 12 DVD Drive 5 8 DVD player buttons 5 9 on screen controls 5 9 setting play features 5 11 using 5 8 E Edge Motion 3 8 Ejecting PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES CD DVD 5 3 CD DVD manually 5 4 Electrical storm 1 5 Electrical storms 1 5 E mail 6 6 provider 6 6 Errors scanning for 8 6 Ethernet connection 6 5 F10 Setup 3 17 3 18 Favorites folder 6 11 Files backup 8 5 deleting 8 8 from the Internet 6 12 Function keys 2 5 G Graphics 1 4 H Hard disk defragmenting 8 7 errors 8 6 space 8 8 Hard drive errors 8 6 managing of 8 8 Hardware devices attaching 4 6 Hibernation 3 3 7 9 Hyperlinks
79. leaning Your Notebook s Exterior 8 2 Cleaning the Keyboard 8 2 Cleaning the Display Screen 8 3 Cleaning the TouchPad 8 3 Caring for Your Presario Notebook 8 4 Backup 8 5 Using Backup Devices 8 5 Hard DISK ETTOES s deed Ce pa 8 6 Using ScanDisk 8 6 Using Disk Cleanup 8 6 Deleting Stored Files 8 7 Defragmenting Your Hard Disk 8 7 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CONTENTS V 800 SERIES Hard Disk Space Management 8 8 Checking the Hard Disk Space 8 8 Deleting Unnecessary Files 8 8 Using the Recycle Bin 8 9 Chapter 9 5 5 9 1 Basic Ls aima a mt 9 2 Helpful Hints 9 2 Finding Solutions Quickly 9 2 Frequently Asked Questions 9 3 General 5 5 9 3 Display Questions 9 4 Questions about Sound 9 5 Questions about Movies 9 6 Questions about Peripherals 9 6 Questions about Upgrades 9 6 E
80. les the moni tor to display these items on the screen See SVGA GLOSSARY 5 hard disk Internal storage media for permanent storage of system files software and data files The hard disk consists of flat round platters Each side of each platter has a head that floats on a thin cushion of air over the surface of the rapidly spinning disk and picks up reads magnetically stored data or records writes data onto the disk hard drive The drive that reads and writes to the hard disk If you have a large hard drive it may be divided into several partitions Each partition is designated by a different icon and a drive letter beginning with the letter C Partition C contains the files the computer uses to start up The other partitions contain no preinstalled files hardware The physical components of a computer the parts you can physically touch See software HTML hypertext markup language The standard language for documents designed for viewing on the Internet with a browser Tags embedded in the documents mark the location of other electronic files including text graphics audio and video files Click on the links to jump from one document to another Documents formatted for a browser can be identified by the file extension htm or html See hyperlink GLOSSARY 6 http hypertext transfer protocol This protocol commands the Web server to locate the Web site you requested and transmit the W
81. lick with the TouchPad e Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse e Tapping and Double Tapping e Edge Motion Preventive Maintenance later in this guide for tips on keeping your TouchPad clean Attaching Hardware Devices later in this guide to learn how to attach an external mouse 3 6 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK Using the TouchPad Instead of a Mouse Just like the mouse the TouchPad lets you draw lines or point to items on the Windows desktop Try dragging the pointer across the screen by gently dragging your finger across the TouchPad Left Click To left click press the Left TouchPad button It is located directly below the TouchPad The left TouchPad button works as the select or drag button To double click an item move the pointer over the item and press the left TouchPad button twice in rapid succession Right Click The right TouchPad button works as the context menu or special drag button Press the Right TouchPad button to get context sensitive options Scroll Button The Scroll button is the equivalent of the up and down buttons of the scroll bars on the side of your screen To view other areas of a document or browser window press the Scroll button in the desired direction Note The Scroll button is only functional with some software applications PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES To get additional help for setting advanced TouchPad features cli
82. links can move you from page to page site to site Web server to Web server all over the world Web Servers Information on the World Wide Web is stored on computers called Web servers Web servers are like electronic libraries Web servers are scattered throughout the world PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Your Presario Notebook provides you with a selection of Internet Service Providers ISPs Did you know High speed Internet access may be available in your area Check with your ISP or local telephone company for more information Did you know Your Presario Notebook has a built in Ethernet connection which is the most common way to connect to high speed Internet access Surfing the Web Using your computer to tour the World Wide Web is called surfing the Web Sometimes you ll just be looking to see what s there At other times you ll be looking for something specific Internet Address URL A Web site has an Internet address that tells your computer how to find it An Internet address 1s known as a Uniform Resource Locator or URL It identifies the location of a Web site just as your home address identifies where you live Internet Service Provider ISP A company that provides access to the Internet is an Internet Service Provider ISP Your computer s connection to an ISP s computer is your entry point to the Web You must establish an accoun
83. modem that allows you to access the Internet via your cable television provider Continuously connected to the Internet it allows high speed high capacity data transfer CD compact disc Media used in a CD ROM drive The disc is a circular piece of plastic that stores digital data on one side using laser technology CD ROM compact disc with read only data You cannot erase or record over the data CD RW disc with rewritable data You can write to the disc using a rewritable or recordable CD drive chat An Internet feature that allows you to exchange typed messages with another person or a group of people in real time A message you type instantly displays on the other person s computer click push down and quickly release either the left or right mouse button PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Ctrl Alt Delete Pressing and holding down the Ctrl key then the key and then the Delete key simultaneously to close a program that 1s locked not responding Use Ctrl Alt Delete a second time to shut down a computer that is locked Unsaved data is erased from memory When the computer restarts it displays an error message that Windows was not properly shut down and it scans the hard disk for errors cursor The blinking vertical line on the screen that indicates where the next character appears when you type D data Information that can be processed by a comp
84. ndow Click Browse to locate and select the setup exe or install exe file for the downloaded software Click Open to begin the installation process PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE COMMON TASKS 4 5 800 SERIES Attaching Hardware Devices To install a new hardware device such as a printer or gamepad to your Notebook complete the following steps Turn off your Notebook 2 Connect the device to your Notebook according to the instructions that come with it 3 Turn on your Notebook You may be prompted to insert the Windows Installation CD or diskettes If this occurs complete the following steps 1 At the Add New Hardware Wizard click Next to begin installing the drivers and files necessary to make the new hardware work Add New Hardware Wizard This wizard installs the software for new hardware device Before continuing close any open programs Ta begin installing the software for your new device click ext 2 Select Search for the best driver for your device Recommended and click Next 4 6 COMMON TASKS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES 3 Select Specify a location If C WINDOWS OPTIONS CABS is not displayed in the drop down box select it from the drop down list or type it in the box and click Next The Wizard begins installing the necessary files and drivers for the new hardware 4 When the Wizard completes installing the files and drivers cli
85. ne to generate a new list e f you see a Web site that looks interesting click its URL enter its URL in your browser After you have chosen and visited a Web site you can easily return to the search engine Use the Back arrow in your browser to return to the list e Choose another Web site from the list or generate a new list Your browser keeps a chronological list of the Web sites you visit The forward arrow and back arrow let you move through that list to revisit Web sites Edt View Favoartes Tools ebak gt Address Ai cam microsoft cams If you know URL of Web site you want to visit type it directly into the Address box of your Web browser For example you can visit the Compaq Web site by typing the following URL into the Address box of your Web browser www compaq com athome exploration The URL of a Web site that you want to remember can be placed in your browser s Favorites folder Some suggested Web sites are already in that folder You can open your Favorites folder and easily visit a Web site by clicking on its name PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LET S GO SURFING 6 11 800 SERIES Accessing Files from the Internet Accessing files from the Internet can be as simple as the push of a button You may want to access files such as software upgrades and patches videos music the latest news or up to date
86. new sounds such as changing the key of a composition See interface See also digital GLOSSARY 8 MIDI connector A connector on the back of the computer for plugging in a synthesizer keyboard MIDI format file format used to store electronic music sounds It can be identified by the file extension mid A sound card that supports MIDI files allows the computer to generate the synthesized musical sounds found in games CD ROMs and presentation packages minimize To shrink a running program window into an icon on the Windows taskbar Click the 1con to restore the program window See Microsoft Windows modem A device in the computer that converts data from digital format to analog format so that it can be transferred through a standard telephone line to another computer The modem in the receiving computer converts the data back to digital format See digital mouse device that you move across the top of your desk or a mousepad to move the pointer or cursor on the screen Click to select an item double click to launch a program and right click to see a shortcut menu mouse pointer The arrow on the screen that moves with the mouse PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES The file extension for MPEG audio layer 3 sound files This format compresses sound data from a stereo music CD to one half of its original size without sacrificing sound quality Because of their small size MP3 files
87. ny that provides access to the Internet To use the service you need the service provider s software a user name a password and access phone number s Through a modem you can log on to the ISP surf the World Wide Web and send and receive e mail J joystick A lever that moves in all directions to control the movement of a pointer or objects on the screen It is used for computer games in which you drive fly or shoot objects displayed by the monitor JPEG pronounced J peg A file format for graphics especially photographs displayed on the Internet It is easily identified by the file extension jpg PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES JPEG files which store more information per pixel than GIF files are used for complex high resolution images See GIF See also pixel L link See hyperlink log on To gain access to a computer network or the Internet by entering a user name and password See network left click To push down and quickly release the left mouse button to select an item main memory Physical memory chips RAM inside the computer Every program you launch and every file you open must be copied from a storage disk disc or diskette into main memory The amount of main memory in your computer determines how many programs you can run and how much data you can process at one time Memory is measured in megabytes 1 million bytes or characters of information Mos
88. o fax machines and other computers with fax modems It can broadcast a fax to several sites at once A dual purpose modem functions as both a regular modem that transmits files as attachments and a fax modem that transmits printed documents file extension A dot and two or three letters after a file name that indicate the program in which the file was created For example doc indicates that the file was created Microsoft Word floppy disk See diskette folder Represented by an icon that looks like a yellow manila folder a folder contains other folders subfolders and PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES files Both MS DOS and early versions of Microsoft Windows used the term directory and subdirectories for folder and subfolders G game port A connector on the back of the computer for plugging in a joystick See joystick GIF pronounced giff A file format for graphics displayed on the Internet They are easily identified by the file extension gif See JPEG graphical interface Communication between a person and a computer by means of images With a pointing device such as a mouse you click an icon to tell the computer what you want See icon graphics Pictures or illustrations including drawings pie charts bar graphs street maps architectural and engineering designs fashion designs musical scores cartoons animated images and photo graphs A graphics card enab
89. o ROM GLOSSARY 11 right click push down and quickly release the right mouse button to display a shortcut menu of the most commonly used commands for the item you clicked See pop up menu ROM read only memory Memory that contains the basic instructions for the microprocessor ROM 15 permanent memory turning off the computer does not erase it Since you cannot change or write to ROM it 1s referred to as read only See microprocessor S scanner device that creates digital images of printed documents and photographs Software allows you to save and edit the images on the computer See digital See also software screen saver A moving picture or pattern that appears on the screen when you stop using your computer for a specified period of time Originally designed to protect the monitor screen savers are now used for amusement scroll gradually move information across the screen when a document or Web page 15 too long or too wide to view all at once Scroll bars are located along the right side and across the bottom of a window When scroll arrows are present at the ends of the bars you know that some GLOSSARY 12 information is off the screen Click on one of the arrows to scroll the information into view scroll mouse mouse with a scroll wheel between the two mouse buttons for automatic scrolling through long documents or Web pages search engine A program accessed on the Internet
90. o off Press the Mute or Volume button to resume audio oe Closes the program Minimize Minimizes the size of the Display window of the program Help Shows the Help file PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know When attempting to play a DVD that does not match the drive s region setting you will see the message The disk region is different from the region of the drive Do you wish to change the drive region To close the player without changing the drive s region setting click No To change the region setting and play the DVD disc click Yes and follow the on screen instructions PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Setting the Play Features The DVD Player has two modes or play settings the DVD mode and the File mode Use the DVD mode to play a standard DVD Use the File mode to play movie or MPEG files To play content from the File mode complete the following steps 1 Click the Open P icon on the DVD Player control panel The list of files 15 displayed 2 Select the file you want to view 3 Click Open The content begins playing Not all of the following features are available on all DVDs e Ifthe DVD Player is in the File mode the Subtitle 2 button 15 disabled e Ifthe DVD Player is in the DVD mode and your disc does not have Subtitle language options the Subtitle button is disabled e Ifthe DVD Player
91. og box opens 3 Select the DVD Region tab The selected option indicates the drive s current region setting 4 If the drive s region setting matches the disc s region setting click OK Note If the drive s region setting does not match the disc you will need to select a new region to play the disc PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Selecting Your Region Setting To change the DVD drive region setting complete these steps 1 With a DVD disc in the drive open the Compaq DVD Player 2 Click the DVD Options icon on the lower left corner of the player to open the DVD Options dialog box 3 Click the DVD Region tab 4 Select the desired region from the displayed map or from the options buttons Note You will only be allowed to select the region that matches the disc inserted in the drive All other options will appear dimmed 5 Click to close dialog box PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD oR DVD DRIVE 5 13 800 SERIES Video Display Options You already know how to play DVDs and video CDs This section shows you how to adjust the display options while watching videos on your Notebook 5 14 USING THE CD DVD DRIVE Showing and Hiding the DVD Panel To hide the DVD Player panel click anywhere outside the DVD control panel To view the DVD Player control panel when the DVD Content Picture window is se
92. old more than 450 times the information that can be stored on a floppy disk PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Playing Audio CDs To play an audio CD insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive After a few seconds the Compaq CD Player opens and the disc automatically starts playing If disc play does not start automatically complete the following steps 1 On the Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs Accessories Entertainment and then click Windows Media Player 2 Once the CD Player opens click the Play button to begin playing the CD 3 Click the Stop button to stop playing the CD To remove the disc from the drive click the Eject amp button on the CD Player Disabling the Self Starting Feature available on select operating systems To disable the self starting feature complete the following steps 1 On the Windows taskbar click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click the System icon to open the System Properties dialog box 3 Click the Device Manager tab and then double click CD ROM from the list of devices UsiNG THE CD OR DVD DRIVE 5 5 4 Select your CD DVD drive from this list Click Properties to open the CD DVD System Properties dialog box 5 Click the Settings tab and ensure that the check box next to Auto Insert Notification 1s clear 6 Click OK to close the dialog box 5 6 UsiNG THE CD DVD DRIVE PR
93. om the menu bar and press the Enter key 5 Select System Password and press the Enter key PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES 10 Press Enter key on Enter new Power On password line Press the Enter key on the password verification line When Enable password is highlighted disable the old password by pressing the Space Bar to remove the X from the brackets Press the Enter key to return to the menu bar options Using your arrow keys select the Exit option from the menu bar and press the Enter key 11 Select the Save Changes and Exit option and press the Enter key PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE UsiNG YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 19 800 SERIES 3 20 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Now that your Presario Notebook computer is set up and In This Chapter running you may want to explore and learn about some of the common tasks performed by your Notebook Anti Virus Software 4 2 Software and Hardware 4 4 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE COMMON TASKS 4 1 800 SERIES Anti Virus Using Anti Virus Software Software A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on your Notebook and then spreads from one file to Did you know another Viruses can damage data cause computers to malfunction Compaq provides anti virus and display annoying or offensive scanning and free software
94. operly Your resolution settings are not set properly The external monitor s resolution is set too high for your Notebook Press the Spacebar or click with the TouchPad Press any key Press the Fn F3 keys to switch between the LCD display external monitor TV Out available on select models and simultaneous display Press the Fn F8 keys to turn up the brightness On select models you can adjust the contrast 1 On the taskbar click the Start button and point to Settings Click Control Panel Double click Display Click the Settings tab In the Screen area click the slider and drag it to the desired resolution 6 Click OK to accept the new settings then close the Control Panel window co N Restart your Notebook and reset the Display settings for a lower resolution Refer to the solution for Display only fills part of the screen for more details PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Battery and Power Battery gauge is Calibrate the battery Refer not accurate to Calibrating the Battery in this guide for details Battery charging Battery needs Allow time for the battery to indicator does calibrating return to room temperature not appear and battery does not charge Battery is atthe end Replace the battery Refer to of its life Recycling the Battery in this guide for battery recycling information Battery was exposed Keep
95. or unplug the does not turn when an external external keyboard to use the internal PS 2 keyboard or internal keypad feature NumLock on keypad is present When typing The NumLock feature Press the Fn or Shift key while some of the is turned on pressing the Num Lk key to letter keys return turn Num Lock off numbers to the screen Cursor jumps to TouchPad needs to be Wipe the TouchPad with a a different cleaned damp cloth and wipe it dry location while typing Cursor does TouchPad needs to Wipe the TouchPad with a not respond be cleaned damp cloth and wipe it dry PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE SOLUTIONS 9 21 800 SERIES Turn off your Notebook using Cursor does stopped responding your keyboard not respond to commands 1 Press the Ctrl and Esc keys simultaneously 2 From the Windows Start menu use the arrow keys to select Shut Down and press the Enter key 3 Select the Shut down option you may need to use the arrow keys to select it and press the Enter key 4 After the shutdown is complete restart your Notebook If your Notebook does not shut down press and hold down the Power button until your Notebook turns off TouchPad needs to Wipe the TouchPad with a be cleaned damp cloth and wipe it dry 9 22 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES cont d Cursor does not respond
96. original is lost or damaged Backups can be kept on the hard disk a diskette an LS Compaq drive or even a CD bit The smallest possible piece of computer information a single digit See digital boot To start or restart the computer During the start up process information necessary for the computer to operate 15 loaded into memory See main memory browser Software that searches for displays and downloads text graphics sound and video from the Internet Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator are two popular browsers GLOSSARY 1 bug mistake in design of computer software or hardware Because of their complexity many have minor bugs As soon as the manufacturer becomes aware of the problem modifications are made to correct it bulletin board Anelectronic notice board on the Internet where people can post notices for others with similar interests Professional organizations and clubs often have bulletin boards for members to share information and opinions byte Eight bits of data eight individual electronic on off signals strung together to make a message that the computer can interpret Most information is organized into bytes One byte of data is usually required to represent a single character that you can see on the screen a letter number punctuation mark or other symbol For example the byte 01001000 represents the capital letter H See bit GLOSSARY 2 C cable modem A
97. ows operating system It also introduces File Management which covers creating saving deleting renaming and moving files Customizing the Windows desktop e Using the Windows online Help Note The illustrations shown and the features described in this document may differ slightly from your Presario Notebook computer PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE INTRODUCTION 1 3 800 SERIES Symbols Symbols Graphics The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide and in the electronic documentation Important information that 4 Did you know may help you to solve a problem Helpful hints that make easier and faster Another document or another See also page in this document that has related information Failure to follow directions may result in bodily harm or loss of life Failure to follow directions Caution may result in equipment damage or data loss Graphics The illustrations shown and the features described in this document may differ slightly from your Presario Notebook computer 1 4 INTRODUCTION PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Safety To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment read the Safety and Comfort document 1 Did you know To protect your equipment from power surges plug all power cords into a high quality surge protector If you have a dedicated telephone line for
98. r Notebook To connect your Notebook with an IR device complete the following steps 1 Place the target device so that its IR port faces the IR port on the right side of your Notebook 2 Adjust the distance between the IR ports to not more than 5 feet PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Security In this section e Using the Security Slot e Power On Password If you have already specified power on password your Notebook will prompt you for the password Using the Security Slot To use the security slot found on the back of your Notebook complete the following steps 1 Insert a locking device such as a Kensington lock into the security slot 2 Turn the locking device clockwise 90 degrees To remove the locking device turn the locking device counter clockwise 90 degrees and remove the device from the slot Power On Password You can set a power on password that will secure the information you store on the hard disk When turning on your Notebook this password must be entered before you can access your files Setting the Password To set the power on password complete the following steps 1 Press the Power button to turn on your Notebook 2 When the Compaq logo displays press the F10 key to access Setup Caution F10 Setup is for experienced users only Changing settings may affect the functionality of your Notebook 3 Using your arrow keys
99. r through your Internet Service Provider See Usenet See also newsgroup GLOSSARY 9 online To be communicating with another computer through a modem or network You are online when you log on and establish a connection You are offline when you lose or terminate a connection See modem See also network online Help A manual that displays on the screen while you are actually working in a program and need help It can be accessed through the Help menu at the top of the screen Help for Windows can be accessed from the Start button on the taskbar online shopping Ordering products on the Internet You can purchase books flowers music CDs toys groceries stocks airline tickets and used cars OS operating system The interface that permits a person and a computer to talk to one another Microsoft Windows the most popular operating system displays icons menus and dialog boxes to find out what you want You use a mouse and keyboard to reply See Microsoft Windows See also interface GLOSSARY 10 P parallel port connector on the back of the computer for plugging in a parallel cable attached to a parallel device such as a printer Data 1s transferred one byte at a time through eight data wires one for each bit in the byte eight bits travel side by side and arrive at the same time A parallel port is faster than a serial port which lets data through one bit at a time See digital See also serial
100. r too bright the brightness controls may not be set properly To correct this condition complete the LEN 1 On the taskbar click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel You can also adjust the display brightness by pressing FnF7 to decrease 2 Double click Display and click the Settings tab the brightness or to increase the brightness 3 Click the Advanced button to open the RAGE MOBILITY AGP Properties dialog box Did you know RAGE MOBILITY PCI M English Properties EES Key combinations such as the example Fn 7 used above General Adapter Monitor Color Management Displays Color Options mean that you should press and hold down the Fn key press the F7 key and then release both keys simultaneously Color Curve Brightness Desktop AER Overlay Min 8 Cancel Apply 4 Click the Color tab Under Brightness click and drag the Desktop slider to the desired brightness 5 Click OK to close the dialog box and click OK again to close the Display Properties dialog box then close the Control Panel window 3 10 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Internet Zone Buttons The Internet Zone buttons located above your Notebook s keyboard automatically connect you to the Internet These buttons give you one touch access to your most frequently used Inte
101. recording are created on the local hard disk not in a directory on a network drive Note To change the location where the temporary files are stored click Tools select Options from the menu and then follow the on screen instructions PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES e Open Systems Properties dialog box by clicking System from the Control Panel Click the Device Manager tab and ensure that Allow Disconnect is set for both the CD Recorder and the hard disk e Do not attempt to record CDs from files on a network If the desired files are on a network copy them to your local hard disk before recording the CD Note A buffer underrun error can occur on single or dual optical drive systems CD ROM CD RW or DVD ROM drive Accessing Easy CD Creator 4 User Information The Easy CD Creator 4 software included with your Notebook comes with step by step instructions the Quick Reference Guide provided by Adobe Acrobat 4 0 and a complete user s manual called Online Help to answer any questions you might have about the functionality of the software with your CD RW Drive To access Online Help while using the Audio or Data CD Creator click Help from the toolbar then select Contents and Index from the drop down list To use the Adobe Acrobat Quick Reference Guide and glossary of terms click Start then Programs then Adaptec Easy CD Creator then click Quick Reference Guide PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNE
102. rnet activities This section covers Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons Front of Your Presario Notebook in Chapter 2 of this guide for descriptions of each button and its default action Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons You can reprogram the Internet Zone buttons to reflect your personal preferences To reprogram your Internet Zone buttons complete the following steps 1 On the taskbar click Start point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click Easy Access Buttons and follow the instructions provided PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 11 800 SERIES Storage Drives Identifying Your Storage Drives In this section Your diskette drive hard drive and Pis CD CD RW DVD drive Your designated with letters of the 31 2Diskette __ torage Drives alphabet as well as with icons Standard Diskette Drive o i i or SuperDisk Drive Using the Diskette Drive determine your drive letters complete following steps 1 From the Windows desktop Local Diskette My Computer My Computer icon Hard Drive On select models Compaq The icons for each drive provides a back up utility and corresponding drive or system save that allows letters are displayed in the Drive you to save your data and My Computer window CD DVD or CD RW Drive applications to a partitioned he T drive locat
103. rowsers This section covers the following What is a Browser e Using Microsoft Internet Explorer CS Learn to use the features in your browser It makes your Internet experience much more enjoyable 1 Did you know Your Notebook comes with Microsoft Internet Explorer preinstalled America Online AOL users must start AOL and log on before starting Internet Explorer What is a Browser A Web browser is a program that allows you to see Web sites on the Internet Your computer s browser performs four basic tasks When you provide a Web site s URL your browser will e Contact the Web site Gather information from the Web site e Display information from Web site on your computer screen File print or dispose of information from the Web site as you choose Using Microsoft Internet Explorer Your Internet PC comes with a browser called Microsoft Internet Explorer It is the most widely used browser in the world When you use your browser the first page it displays is the default home page You can customize or change this page You can also customize other browser features Look in the browser Help files for instructions on customizing your browser Note To use Microsoft Internet Explorer you must have an active account with an ISP You must also have a physical connection such as a phone line to your ISP s computer PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LE
104. rror Messages 9 7 Solution 5 9 9 Audio and Video 9 9 Battery and Power 9 11 Mass Storage 9 15 Game and 9 19 Keyboard and TouchPad 9 21 Memory and PC Card 9 24 Glossary Index CONTENTS vi PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES uction Congratulations As the owner of a new Presario Notebook Introd In This Ch apter computer you have joined the world wide community of mobile computer users Once your Notebook is set up and connected to asd aa ea the Internet you can explore vast regions of information entertainment and services online Information 1 2 The Beyond Setup Guide 15 designed for both experienced computer users and beginners This easy to scan guide helps you find the information you want as quickly as possible Symbols and Graphics 1 4 safety 1 5 It s also designed to familiarize you with the following e Features you ll want to try during the first few days or weeks Keeping your Notebook running smoothly Solving common problems as they occur PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE INTRODUCTION 1 1 800 SERIES Where Can Printed Documents Fin d Your new Presario Notebook computer came with printed Inform ati on documents con
105. s 5 5 video discs 5 7 Power AC 3 2 battery 3 4 button 2 2 3 3 plugging 3 2 supply 3 3 unplugging 3 2 using AC 3 3 Power management defined 7 9 understanding 7 9 Power Modes ending 7 10 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES starting 7 10 Power source disconnecting from 1 5 Power surge 1 5 Presario Notebook caring for 8 4 Preventing buffer underruns 5 20 Printing 9 6 R Recording CDs 5 17 Recycle Bin using 8 9 Release latch display 2 1 2 2 Removing CD DVD disc 5 3 CD DVD manually 5 4 Resolution changing 3 9 Right click 3 6 5 Safety 1 5 Safety and Comfort guide 1 3 ScanDisk using 8 6 Scroll button 3 6 Search engine 6 6 choosing 6 9 using 6 10 Searching the Internet 6 6 the Web 6 11 Security Slot 3 17 Self starting feature INDEX 5 disabling 5 5 Serial Number 2 9 Sleep 7 9 indicators 7 10 Software adding 4 4 installation 4 4 removing 4 4 Standby 7 9 Storage drives 3 12 diskette 3 13 Stored files deleting 8 7 Surfing the Web 6 1 6 5 Surge protector 1 5 3 2 Switches lid 2 2 Symbols 1 4 System recovery 8 9 T TouchPad cleaning 8 3 double tapping 3 7 Edge Motion 3 8 left button 2 2 2 3 left click 3 6 right button 2 2 right click 3 6 scroll button 2 2 tapping 3 7 using 3 6 Tracks recording 5 18 troubleshooting AC adapter 9 13 audio 9 15 9 19 9 21 9 24 CD 9 15 INDEX 6 DVD 9 15 memory modules 9 13 password 9 13 screen 9 10 vol
106. t allows you to talk on the phone and surf the Internet at the same time The data part of the line which is continuously connected to the Internet allows high speed high capacity data transfer Your local telephone company provides the necessary equipment a DSL modem a network interface card and a splitter DSL modem A modem that connects to the Internet using digital subscriber line service through an existing copper telephone line DVD digital versatile disc A CD sized disc that stores full length movies music videos and multimedia computer games with three dimensional graphics Both single sided and double sided discs are available E encrypt To translate data into a secret code You must have access to a secret key or password to read an encrypted file See secure Web site PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Ethernet The most widely installed local area network technology An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special upgrades of twisted pair wires The most commonly installed Ethernet systems provide transmission speed up to 10Mbps are called IOBASE T Devices are connected to the cable and compete for access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection protocol Explorer See Microsoft Internet Explorer and Microsoft Windows Explorer fax modem modem that allows your computer to transmit and receive faxes The fax modem can transmit documents t
107. t personal computers come with a minimum of 32 megabytes of main memory the minimum recommendation for Windows programs You can insert extra memory visit the following website for more information www compaq com my presario See RAM See also byte GLOSSARY 7 microprocessor silicon chip inside your computer that processes the instructions and data from input devices such as the keyboard and mouse and communicates them to output devices such as the monitor speakers and printer Microsoft Internet Explorer A Web browser developed by the Microsoft Corporation See browser Microsoft Windows The most popular computer operating system in the world It is characterized by the use of windows and icons Each running program and open file has its own window Instead of memorizing commands you click icons to communicate with the computer Clicking the minimize button shrinks a program to an icon on the taskbar Clicking the icon redisplays the program as a window You can have several windows open at the same time and toggle from one to another by using Press and hold down the Alt key press the Tab key and then release both keys A palette with an icon for each program is displayed Click the icon for the program you want MIDI musical instrument digital interface pronounced middy An interface that allows the computer to record sounds created by a synthesizer and then manipulate the data to produce
108. t playback quality close all other applications in the background while playing a DVD PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD OR DVD DRIVE 5 7 800 SERIES Using the DVD Player available on select models Your Notebook s DVD Drive reserves the best seat in the house for you so you can watch all your favorite movies anytime anywhere The DVD Player is simple and fun to use You have two options for starting the DVD Player Insert a DVD disc into the DVD drive After a few seconds the Compaq DVD Player control panel opens and playback begins e disc is already inserted in the drive start the DVD player by pressing the Play Pl button on the Status panel on the front of your Notebook The Compaq DVD Player control panel opens and playback begins 5 8 USING THE CD DVD DRIVE PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES On Screen Controls The on screen controls allow you to quickly and easily access the features of the DVD Player The table below provides you with button identifications and descriptions to help you operate the player PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Eject DVD Options Rewind Previous Stop Play Pause Next Fast Forward Displays a list of files for playback Opens the DVD drive to load or remove discs Displays the DVD Options menu for selecting Video Display and Parental Controls Re
109. t to full size move the cursor to the edge of the screen Zooming the View To enlarge the DVD Player picture window to full window size double click anywhere on the picture To return to a smaller window double click anywhere on the picture PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES CD RW Basics If your Notebook has a CD RW drive you can create your own audio and data CDs This section covers e Installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator M 4 available on select models e Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 e Preventing Buffer Underrun Errors e Accessing Easy CD Creator 4 User Information Did you know CD RW refers to Compact Discs or Drives that are Readable and Writable Did you know You must close all other Windows programs before installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 Installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 available on select models Insert the Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 disc into the CD RW drive and complete the following steps to install the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software Easy CD Creator and Direct CD To install the Easy CD Creator complete the following steps 1 6 Once CD is inserted the Adaptec Installation dialog box opens Click Easy CD Creator Follow the on screen installation instructions When prompted select a location on the hard disk to store the Easy CD Creator program or accept the recommended location and then click Ne
110. t with the ISP of your choice Modem A computer s physical connection to the Internet is typically through a telephone line Your computer contains hardware called a modem that sends and receives information over a standard telephone line There are on screen instructions you must follow when you set up your modem PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE LET S GO SURFING 6 5 800 SERIES The Search Engines section later in this chapter for detailed information about searching on the Internet Check with your Internet Service Provider for details about the e mail service they provide 6 6 LET S GO SURFING Search Engine A search engine is a program used on Web sites that allows you to search the Internet for keywords you enter The search engine generates a list of Web pages that contain your keywords Once you access the Internet you can use a search engine to begin searching for information You can choose from many search engines on the Internet To access one of these search engines type in a URL such as www compaq com URLs take you to the requested site E mail A form of mail delivered over the Internet is e mail It 15 like a paperless letter that goes directly from one computer to another To get e mail both the sender and recipient must have e mail accounts Your ISP is one possible provider of an e mail account PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES B
111. taining helpful reference information If you have access to the Internet you can also view these and other documents on the Compaq Web site at This section describes www compaq com mypresario the documentation that came in the box with Note Additional documents to those described here may vary per region your new Notebook See also This easy to scan guide explains how to set up your Notebook The Compaq Web site is and get acquainted with its features It also introduces available worldwide As you explore the Internet stop at the Beyond Setup Guide Common computer tasks following address for information about products services and special offers Notebook maintenance WWW compaq com 1 Did you know The Beyond Setup Guide is also available on the Compaq Web site e Solutions for computer problems www compaq com mypresario 1 2 INTRODUCTION PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Safety and Comfort Guide This document explains how to protect your equipment from damage protect yourself from injury and ensure your comfort while using your Notebook Warranty Certificate The warranty details the Compaq commitment to service during the warranty period Keep the warranty certificate in a safe place for future reference Presario Operating System Manual The Presario Operating System Manual explains how to communicate with your Notebook using the Microsoft Wind
112. tement for details 9 2 SOLUTIONS PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Frequently Asked Ouestions General Questions e Display Questions Questions about Sound e Questions about Movies e Questions about Peripherals e Questions about Upgrades e Error Messages For more information please refer to your Microsoft Windows Operating System Manual You can refer to other documentation that comes with your Notebook or peripheral devices Examples include Microsoft Windows manuals third party software manuals and hardware documentation such as printer manuals Common Tasks chapter in this guide for more information about anti virus software General Questions Q Where can I find more information about my Notebook A In the printed documentation that came with your Notebook Also visit the Compaq support Web site at http www compaq com athome support serv_note html Q What is Microsoft Windows A Microsoft Windows 15 an operating system Q What is an operating system A An operating system is software that tells your Notebook what to do It translates keyboard strokes and mouse movements into a language your Notebook can understand Your Notebook comes with a Microsoft operating system already installed Q What is a computer virus and how can I remove it computer virus is a program that can cause damage to your Notebook Your Notebook usually comes with pre
113. ter Your Notebook automatically switches to AC power once you connect the AC adapter PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY 7 7 800 SERIES Once your Notebook has entered Hibernation mode it will not turn on until it is plugged into an AC adapter or the drained battery is replaced with a charged one 7 8 CARING FOR YOUR BATTERY Replace the Drained Battery with a Charged One If you cannot connect the AC adapter but you have a charged battery you can change to battery power and continue working To replace the drained battery with a charged one complete the following steps Save your work 2 Turn off your Notebook or initiate Hibernation 3 Replace the drained battery with the charged one 4 Press the Power button to turn on your Notebook 5 Resume your work When AC power becomes available repeat these same steps but insert the drained battery and charge it by plugging in the AC adapter Suspend Your Work If you cannot plug in the AC adapter and you do not have a charged replacement battery start Hibernation by pressing the Power button When a power source AC or battery becomes available press the Power button to turn your Notebook on and resume your work PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Power Management Did you know Presario Notebooks have power saving features that protect your data and conserve Saving Energy
114. that allows you to search large databases for information using keywords or phrases See database secure Web site Web site that encrypts data to protect it from unauthorized use When you purchase items over the Internet you are asked to type your name mailing address e mail address and credit card information on an electronic form Sending information to a secure Web site is comparable to giving it over the telephone when you order from a catalog But never send your social security number over the Internet Criminals can steal your identity with your social security number See encrypt serial port small connector on the back of the computer or keyboard for plugging in a thin cable attached to a serial device such as a mouse Serial devices transfer data one bit at a time through a data wire The serial cable has two wires for bidirectional communication sending and receiving information simultaneously See digital See also parallel port PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES shareware Software you can try before you buy After a trial period usually 30 days the program uninstalls unless you pay for it You can download shareware from the Internet See software shortcut An icon on the Windows desktop that you double click to launch a program shortcut menu A menu that pops up when you right click an icon on the Windows desktop or taskbar the vacant part of the desktop a s
115. the battery within the to temperature recommended temperature extremes ranges Refer to Battery Care in this guide Battery charge Battery is not fully Calibrate the battery Refer to does notlastas draining Calibrating the Battery in long as this guide expected Battery was Keep the battery within the exposed to extreme recommended temperature temperatures ranges Refer to Battery PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Battery has partially self discharged Power Management is disabled Care in this guide Recharge the battery Reset the power management options Refer to Calibrating the Battery in this guide SOLUTIONS 9 11 cont d Battery is atthe end Replace the battery Battery charge Of its life Refer to Recycling the does not Battery in this guide for last as long battery recycling information as expected Your Notebook Volume is set too low Adjust volume if necessary has entered the to hear the warning Low Battery beep or a CD is state but it did playing and the not beep alarm does not interrupt play to issue a warning beep Your Notebook is Your Notebook has If possible immediately beeping and the entered Low connect your Notebook to AC Low Battery Battery stage power If connecting to AC warning appears power is not possible you or the battery have the following choices gauge is Save your files and below 10 perform a normal
116. too low on the taskbar and click the Volume slider and drag it up or press the Volume Up button Sound is Volume is set Click the Volume lt lt icon distorted too high on the taskbar and click the Volume slider and drag it down or press the Volume Down button Audio CD or DVD See CD or DVD in does not play Volume icon is missing from the Windows taskbar PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Mass Storage later in this chapter The Show Volume Control on taskbar option has not been selected 1 On the taskbar click the Start button and point to Settings 2 Click Control Panel 3 Double click Sound and Multimedia 4 Select Show volume control on taskbar and click OK SOLUTIONS 9 9 1 Did you know Video is also referred to as the display Key combinations such as the example Fn F8 used in these solutions mean that you should press and hold down the Fn key press the F6 key and then release both keys simultaneously 9 10 SOLUTIONS Screen is blank Display is too faint Display only fills part of the screen Characters are garbled or the display flashes when your Notebook is connected to an external monitor Screen saver is enabled Your Notebook is in Sleep mode This is identified when the Power light is flashing The external monitor display is selected Brightness and contrast controls are not set pr
117. ume 9 9 U Uniform Resource Locator URL defined 6 10 Upgrades Compaq 9 6 memory 9 6 URL address 6 11 Using DVD player 5 8 hyperlinks 6 4 V Video discs playing 5 7 Virus defined 4 2 protection from 4 2 recognizing 4 3 removing 4 3 Volume down button 2 3 2 6 troubleshooting 9 9 up button 2 3 W Warranty certificate defined 1 3 Web addresses 6 11 basic information 6 3 browser 6 7 servers 6 4 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Windows customizing 1 3 Disk Cleanup 8 8 World Wide Web defined 6 2 Writing files to CD R CD RW 5 19 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE INDEX 7 800 SERIES INDEX 8 PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES
118. unch key F2 User programmable favorite launch key F3 Switches between the display and external monitor in the following order e Display External Monitor Display and External Monitor F4 Sleep F5 Audio mute F6 Display on off F7 Brightness control down F8 Brightness control up F9 CD or DVD play pause F10 CD or DVD stop F11 CD or DVD previous track F12 CD or DVD next track PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2 5 800 SERIES Left Panel Take a look at the left side of your Notebook This is where the USB ports CD DVD or CD RW drive port modem and Ethernet ports 1394 port and PC card slot are located Did you know PC Cards are credit card sized removable options that expand the capability of your Notebook Components on Left Side TTL m USB Port Ethernet Port CD DVD or CD RW Drive Port 9 Modem Port PC Card Slot Type Il PC Card Eject Button 1394 Port Diskette CD DVD or CD RW Drive CD RW Basics later in this guide for more information on CD RW 2 6 YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE for Left Side PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Right Panel Components on Right Side Take a look at the right side x of your Notebook This is di 2 where the AC adapter p _ connector and IR port are located Ai Vent AC Adapter Connector R Port
119. updated on your Notebook If you are using the Easy CD Creator Standard Edition and would like to upgrade to the Deluxe Edition contact your nearest software retailer or run Web CheckUP Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 To access the main menu of the Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 from the Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs then to Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 and then click Create CD The Adaptec main menu is displayed Welcome to Easy CD Creator Lee E the easiest way to put your world i on CD Create audio COs that can be played on your home or car stereo or store your important data such as files and folders from your hard disk DELUXE UPGRADE Creating Audio CDs An audio CD is used only for playing music not for data storage The Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 allows you to record CDs and audio files You can even create your own greatest hits audio CD that contains tracks from multiple artists To create an audio CD complete the following steps 1 On the Windows taskbar click Start point to Programs Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 and then click Create CD 2 On the Welcome screen click Audio After the Audio screen is displayed click Audio CD The Easy CD Creator window opens 3 To open an Audio CD Layout click the small arrow next to the New button on the toolbar Click Audio CD from the drop down list and an Audio CD Layout opens PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP G
120. ur hard disk to a single or multiple CDs After your data is backed up to CD you can easily restore all selected files To install Take Two complete the following steps 1 5 16 UsiNG THE DVD DRIVE From the Adaptec Installation dialog box click Take Two and follow the on screen installation instructions When prompted select a location on the hard disk to store the Take Two program or accept the recommended location and then click Next When prompted select a folder where the program icons will be placed Click Next to continue installation When prompted insert the Adaptec Update Diskette if one was provided with the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software Follow the on screen instructions to continue the installation Note If an Adaptec Update Diskette did not come with the software click Skip and follow the on screen instructions to continue installation When setup is complete click OK PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES Did you know After installation of Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 you will be prompted to restart your Notebook You must restart your Notebook before you can begin using Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 Did you know When you start or restart your Notebook Adaptec Easy CD Creator 4 prompts you with a Web CheckUP option Web CheckUP connects to the Adaptec Web site on the Internet and searches for Adaptec software programs that can be
121. uter See digital database of similar data that is designed for easy retrieval of information dedicated line A telephone line that is always connected to the modem inside the computer to provide constant access to the Internet A separate telephone line is used for phone calls See modem default The option that the software automatically chooses for you when you don t indicate a choice yourself For example when you print a document the Print dialog box asks which pages to print the default is and how many copies to print the default is 1 You can change the PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE 800 SERIES settings and you can designate the new settings as the default defragmenting The rearrangement of files and unused space on your hard disk 50 programs can run faster desktop See Windows desktop dialog box small window that requests information from the user before a command can be carried out Add New Hardware Wizard This wizard installs the software for a new hardware Before continuing close any open programs begin installing the software for your new device click Next digital system that uses electronic signals to transfer data in the form of bits A bit is represented by a single digit Computers use only two digits either a 1 various combinations See bit and byte discussion group A group discussion on a topic of mutu
122. utlet Contact your Compaq Authorized Service Provider to verify the type of memory modules to use and where to install them See the Warranty Statement for details SOLUTIONS 9 13 Your Notebook Your Notebook has Restart your Notebook by notresponding locked up pressing CTRL ALT DEL to keyboard or keys simultaneously or hold TouchPad down the Power button until your Notebook turns off A program you are Verify that the program is using is not certified certified by Microsoft for Windows see program packaging for by Microsoft this information If program is Microsoft certified then see the next problem One of the A diskette that does When drive activity stops following not contain system remove the diskette and press messages 15 files needed to start the Spacebar to continue the Error Messages earlier in displayed your Notebook is in startup process this chapter Operating the diskette drive system Not Found or Non system disk or disk error System files may Insert an emergency diskette have been damaged that has been created for Insert a boot diskette your operating system in or Windows Startup the diskette drive diskette to restart 1 Restart your Notebook your Notebook This task rebuilds the system files on your hard drive 2 Restart your Notebook Illegal Configuration file may If possible save all data Operation be corrupted close all programs and 9 14
123. winds the content Press Play to resume playback Moves to the previous track and resumes playback Stops the content playback and returns to the start of the content file Begins playback of selected content Pauses playback Press Pause or Play to resume playback Skips to the beginning of the next track Advances to a selected location Press Play to resume playback UsiNG THE CD oR DVD DRIVE 5 9 5 10 UsiNG THE DVD DRIVE Root Menu Shows what is available on the DVD for playback Resume Displays or changes subtitles viewed on the window FO Change This feature is allowed only for DVD content with Subtitle subtitles This feature is available only when the content allows changes to the audio track Changes the playing audio track to audio of another track located on the DVD Most commonly used with multi language content to change the spoken heard language This feature is available only when the content allows changes to the audio track giis Displays the main title menu so you can select content Change Audio Resume Change Changes the camera angle of content being played This Camera feature is allowed only for DVD content created using Angle multiple cameras and camera angles Von Increases the volume level when the bar is moved up and decreases the volume level when the bar is moved down Ja 3D Audio Activates the 3D Audio feature for virtual surround sound d Mute Turns the audi
124. www compaq com 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation rights reserved Printed in the United States Brazil Canada Japan Singapore Taiwan and the United Kingdom Compaq is registered in the U S Patent and Trademark Office 209713 001 COMPAQ Presario Mobile Internet PC Beyond Setup Guide 800 Series Notice O 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U S Patent and Trademark Office Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein The information in this document is subject to change without notice The information in this publication is subject to change without notice and is provided AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND THE ENTIRE RISK ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION REMAINS WITH RECIPIENT IN NO EVENT SHALL COMPAQ BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL SPECIAL PUNITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION EVEN IF COMPAQ HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES THE FOREGOING SHALL APPLY REGARDLESS OF THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OF EITHER PARTY A
125. ximately 80 of the maximum performance mode Charging the Battery To charge the battery connect the battery to your Notebook and connect your Notebook to AC power Leave your Notebook plugged into the electrical outlet until the Battery Charging icon glows green This ensures that the battery is fully charged Note If you will not be using your Notebook for an extended period of time Compaq recommends that you unplug the electrical cord from the outlet and remove the battery while your Notebook is not in use Optimizing Processor Speed Some Presario Notebook models use the Pentium III Processor featuring Intel SpeedStep M Technology This technology gives you the capability to optimize your Notebook s processor speeds based on the power source in use The default SpeedStep icons for each power source are listed below The checkered flag icon in the system tray on the Windows taskbar indicates External AC Power and Maximum Performance The non checkered flag icon in the system tray on the Windows taskbar indicates Battery Optimized Performance To change the setting for either power source AC or battery chl E 20 right click the SpeedStep icon in the System Tray and select either Battery Optimized Performance or Maximum Performance PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 3 5 800 SERIES TouchPad In this section you ll learn how to select click and double c
126. xt When prompted select a folder where the program icons will be placed Click Next to continue installation When prompted insert the Adaptec Update Diskette if one was provided with the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software Follow the on screen instructions to continue the installation Note If an Adaptec Update Diskette did not come with the software click Skip and follow the on screen instructions to continue installation When the installation is complete click Finish To install the Direct CD program complete the following steps 1 2 3 On Adaptec Installation Window click Direct CD Follow the on screen installation instructions When prompted select a location on the hard disk to store the Direct CD program or accept the recommended location and then click Next When prompted select a folder where the program icons will be placed Click Next to continue the installation PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE USING THE CD oR DVD DRIVE 5 15 800 SERIES When prompted insert Adaptec Update Diskette if one was provided with the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software Follow the on screen instructions to continue the installation Note If an Adaptec Update Diskette did not come with the software click Skip and follow the on screen instructions to continue installation When the installation is complete click Finish Take Two Take Two is used to back up the contents of yo

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