Compaq 307502-001 Laptop User Manual
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1. Audio out Connects an optional headphone headset headphone jack or powered stereo speakers Also connects the audio function of an audio video device such as a television or VCR Audio in Connects an optional external microphone microphone jack Continued 3 12 Startup Guide Notebook Features Component USB connector Description Connects an optional USB device such as a printer 1394 connector select models Connects an optional IEEE 1394 device such as a camcorder infrared port select models Provides wireless communication between the notebook and an optional IrDA compliant device Expansion port Connects optional HP Notebook Expansion bases RJ 45 network jack Connects an optional network cable S Video out jack Connects an optional S Video device such as a television VCR camcorder overhead projector or video capture card Startup Guide Notebook Features Bottom Panel Component Battery bay Description Holds the battery pack Battery type and shipment mode vary by model Exhaust vents Allows airflow to cool internal components A To prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive Memory compartment Con2. modem to the telephone jack E During an electrical storm run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord Surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses When you use the notebook for e mail network or Internet access you expose the notebook to computer viruses Computer viruses can disable the operating system your applications or your utilities or cause them to function abnormally Antivirus software can detect most viruses destroy them and in most cases repair any damage they have caused Your notebook may come preinstalled with Norton Anti Virus software For more information about using this software E Refer to the online Help file within the Norton AntiVirus software E Refer to the notebook s online Help and Support Center by selecting Start gt Help and Support To provide protection against newly discovered viruses antivirus software must be updated frequently For more information about virus updates for the Norton AntiVirus software refer to the Web site at http www symantec com Startup Guide 1 7 Hardware and Software Setup Turning Off the Notebook Whenever possible shut down the notebook by following the appropriate Windows shutdown procedure To shut down the notebook Select Start gt Shut Down gt Shut down For information about conserving power setting power
3. 8 Using the Notebook Safely 0 004 1 8 2 Additional Information Help and Updates Using the Documentation Library CD 2 1 Using the Help and Support Center 2 2 Contacting Technical Support 0 2 4 Obtaining Support Telephone Numbers 2 4 Preparing to Call Technical Support 2 4 Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System 2 5 3 Notebook Features Features sioria erna wo Aad e a otal oho eles 3 1 Displayen E bay aat he Manatee Baht Re 3 1 TouchPad ene kenny hte aid Meson an wane 3 2 TOPS eti ael Gynec Geb aa gubyact a dhe ecawey de 3 3 Power Lights sertans wera oy elo ele we 3 3 Keyboard and Drive Lights 3 4 Startup Guide iii Contents Index Power and Volume Controls Wireless On Off Button and Application Keys 3 6 Function and Keypad Keys Front View Rear View Left Side Right Side Bottom Panel Startup Guide 1 Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware CAUTION To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to the components during initial setup E Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional HP Notebook Expansion base HM Run the notebook on external AC power not on battery power throughout initial setup Startup Guide 1 1 Hardware and Software Setup To set up the notebook hardware 1 Insert t
4. battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied Startup Guide 3 3 Notebook Features Keyboard and Drive Lights Component Caps lock light Description On Caps lock is on Num lock light On Num lock or the internal keypad is on IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light also referred to as hard drive optical drive activity light On The internal hard drive or the optical drive bay is being accessed Optical disk drive light On The optical drive bay is being accessed 5 in 1 Memory Reader light light Select models On Memory Reader is accessing an optional digital media card 3 4 Startup Guide Notebook Features Power and Volume Controls Component Description Power button When the notebook is Off press button to turn on the notebook On briefly press button to initiate Hibernation In Standby briefly press button to resume from Standby In Hibernation briefly press button to resume from Hibernation AQ If the system has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used press and hold the button for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook Mute button On Audio is muted Volume Decrease and increase the system volume buttons 2 E To decrease volume use left button To increase volume use right button This table describes default settings For informati
5. place of this operating system CAUTION Installing a retail version of the operating system will void your notebook warranty Startup Guide 2 5 Additional Information Help and Updates 2 6 Startup Guide 3 Notebook Features Features Features included with your notebook may vary by geographical region and by model The following illustrations identify the standard external features included in most notebook models Reference the illustrations that closely match your notebook Display Component Description Display release latch Opens the notebook Startup Guide 3 1 Notebook Features TouchPad Component Description TouchPad Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen Left and right TouchPad Function like the left and right buttons buttons on an external mouse TouchPad on off button Turns TouchPad on or off TouchPad light On TouchPad is enabled 3 2 Startup Guide Notebook Features Top Power Lights Component Power button light Description On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation Power standby light On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation Battery light On Battery pack is charging Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition Off AC power is applied with
6. preferences and using Standby and Hibernation refer to the Power chapter in the Software Guide on the Documentation Library CD Using the Notebook Safely This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules For more safety and regulatory information as well as instructions for protecting the notebook against electrostatic discharge refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Regulatory and Safety Notices This CD is included with your notebook WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times E Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet f provided with a three conductor power cord having a three pin attachment plug plug the cord into a grounded earthed outlet Do not disable the power cord grounding pin The grounding pin is an important safety feature 1 8 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury read the Safety amp Comfort Guide It describes proper workstation setup posture and health and work habits for computer users and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information This guide is located on the Web at http www compaq com ergo on the hard drive or on the Documentation Library CD
7. that is included with the product WARNING This notebook is designed to run demanding applications at full power As a result of increased power consumption it is normal for the notebook to feel warm or hot when used continuously To avoid potential discomfort or burns do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods The notebook complies with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the international Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment IEC 60950 Startup Guide 1 9 Hardware and Software Setup 1 10 Startup Guide 2 Additional Information Help and Updates Using the Documentation Library CD For supplementary information about the notebook refer to the Documentation Library CD The Documentation Library CD included with all models includes the guides described in the following list Additional guides for example instruction manuals for using an optional wireless device are included with select models Hardware Guide contains information specific to your notebook The guide includes an illustrated reference to all exterior components and steps for replacing battery packs using keyboard features and drives connecting external equipment and upgrading the notebook Software Guide describes software including details about power and security features Modem and Networking guide provides details about modem connections an
8. COMPAQ Startup Guide Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number 335401 001 September 2003 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software find and install the latest versions of HP software and find additional information and support This guide introduces you to exterior features of the notebook 2003 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and or other countries SD Logo is a trademark The information contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Startup Guide Compaq Notebook Series Reference Number R3000 First Edition September 2003 Document Part Number 335401 001 Contents 1 Hardware and Software Setup Setting Up the Hardware 0004 1 1 Setting Up the Software 00 0000 1 5 Installing Optional Software 1 6 Selecting Regional Settings 1 6 Selecting Screen Settings 0 1 6 Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges 1 7 Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses 1 7 Turning Off the Notebook 005 1
9. d equipment Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide describes steps for notebook maintenance and guidelines for using the notebook internationally Troubleshooting guide includes solutions for common problems encountered by users Startup Guide 2 1 Additional Information Help and Updates E Regulatory and Safety Notices includes governmental agency information E Safety amp Comfort Guide describes the best ways to set up a safe and comfortable work environment including ergonomic and safety information To view a guide 1 Insert the Documentation Library CD into a CD drive 2 Select the guide you want to read from the reference library menu 3 If prompted accept the Adobe Acrobat Reader license agreement or install Acrobat Reader by following the instructions on the screen Using the Help and Support Center Installed on your notebook desktop is the Help and Support Center that provides a comprehensive online resource tool for contacting an Compaq support specialist for downloading the latest software driver updates and product information and for learning more about using and maintaining your notebook For example in Help and Support you can E Learn how to use the software tools for working with your favorite music video games and photos select models E Get information about Windows XP for customizing your notebook E Set up your notebook for networking and for communicating on th
10. displayed on the screen when the notebook is turned on for the first time Before responding to the prompt and proceeding through the online instructions read the following caution and other installation information CAUTION To prevent file corruption and to be sure that the correct device drivers install during software setup HM Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet E Do not shut down the notebook E Do not remove or insert a drive E After you begin the software setup you must complete the entire process without interruption Setup time varies E If you are prompted to select a language choose carefully The languages that you do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during the installation E When you are prompted to accept the End User License Agreement you must choose Accept to continue the software setup Startup Guide 1 5 Hardware and Software Setup Installing Optional Software D You can install third party software or preloaded utilities at any time after initial setup is complete To install a third party application refer to the documentation included with the application E To install a preloaded application select Start gt All Programs gt Software Setup A setup wizard loads and a list of applications is displayed Select the application you want to install and follow the instructions on the screen To view the descriptions and space req
11. e Web Use administration tools to manage areas such as passwords file backups system restore and user accounts Learn how to print fax run performance and maintenance tools and install and configure new hardware E Fix and troubleshoot common notebook problems 2 2 Startup Guide Additional Information Help and Updates Protect your notebook files by using Norton AntiVirus software Undo changes to your notebook with System Restore Improve performance of your hard drive and battery Contact an Compaq support specialist or use Remote Assistance to get additional help Download the latest drivers utilities software updates and product documentation for your notebook Use Tools to view notebook information and diagnose problems Keep your notebook up to date with Windows Update Find compatible hardware and software To access the online Help and Support Center 1 Press the fn f1 hotkey or select Start gt Help and Support 2 Follow the on screen directions to select the online Help and Support Center feature that you need Startup Guide 2 3 Additional Information Help and Updates Contacting Technical Support Obtaining Support Telephone Numbers If you cannot solve a notebook problem by using the online Help and Support Center installed on your notebook or the documentation included with the notebook you may need to contact Compaq To obtain a list of worldwide customer supp
12. ents 3 1 front components 3 8 left side components 3 10 rear panel components 3 9 right side components 3 12 top components 3 4 Hardware Guide 2 1 headphone jack 3 12 Help and Support Center 2 2 Hibernation exiting 3 5 initiating 3 5 l IDE light 3 8 infrared port location 3 13 See also connectors jacks J jacks headphone 3 12 microphone 3 12 RJ 11 telephone 3 9 RJ 45 network 3 13 S Video out 3 13 K keyboard light 3 4 keypad keys 3 7 Index 2 keys function 3 7 keypad 3 7 Quick Launch 3 6 Window logo 3 6 Windows application 3 6 L languages 1 5 left side components 3 10 license software 1 5 lights battery 1 5 3 3 3 8 caps lock 3 4 drive 3 4 IDE 3 8 keyboard 3 4 num lock 3 4 power standby 1 5 3 3 3 8 wireless 3 12 M Maintenance Shipping and Travel guide 2 1 memory compartment location 3 14 Memory Reader 3 10 microphone jack 3 12 Modem and Networking guide 2 1 N Norton AntiVirus 1 7 num lock light 3 4 oO opening the notebook 1 4 optical drive bay configurations 3 11 Startup Guide Index P parallel connector identifying 3 9 PC Card 3 10 power button 1 4 power cord 1 3 power features power button 3 5 power standby light 3 3 power AC 1 3 1 4 1 8 power standby light 3 8 problems and solutions 2 1 protection against viruses 1 8 regional settings 1 6 regulatory information notices 1 8 Regulatory and Safety Notices 2 2 relea
13. he battery pack a Place the notebook upside down and align the battery pack with the notebook battery bay b Slide the battery pack into the battery bay until it is seated For more information regarding battery packs refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Hardware Guide Battery Packs chapter Inserting the battery pack 1 2 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup 2 Connect the notebook to AC power a Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet b Connect the AC adapter cable to the power connector on the notebook c Connect the power cord to the AC adapter Power cords and AC adapters vary by region and country d Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet Electrical outlets vary by region and country Connecting the notebook to AC power Startup Guide 1 3 Hardware and Software Setup 3 Open the notebook by pressing the display release latch and lifting the display Opening the notebook 4 Turn on the notebook by pressing the power button The power standby light turns on Turning on the notebook 1 4 Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup After the notebook power is on E The software setup prompt appears on the screen E The battery light remains on while the battery pack is charging and turns off after the battery pack is fully charged Setting Up the Software A prompt to set up your software is
14. ing Blinking Battery pack has reached a low battery condition Off AC power is applied with battery pack either fully charged or not installed or no AC power is applied Component Stereo speakers 2 Power standby light Display release latch IDE Integrated Drive Electronics light also referred to as hard drive optical drive activity light Battery light Wireless on off button Turns optional internal wireless device s on or off 3 8 Startup Guide Notebook Features Rear View Component DC power connector Description Connects an AC adapter Exhaust vent Allows airflow to cool internal components Additional vents are on the bottom panel of the notebook A To prevent overheating do not obstruct the vent Do not allow a hard surface such as an adjoining printer or a soft surface such as bedding or clothing to block airflow External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor or overhead projector Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device such as a printer RJ 11 jack select models Connects the modem cable Select models Startup Guide 3 9 Notebook Features Left Side Component Security cable slot Description Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook 5 in 1 Memory Reader and light select models Supports 5 optional digital media for
15. mats SD MMC SmartMedia Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro Light On Slot is accessing a digital media card PC Card slot 1 or 2 slots select models Supports an optional Type or Type II 32 bit CardBus or 16 bit PC Card PC Card eject button 1 or 2 buttons select models Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot Continued Startup Guide Notebook Features Component USB connectors 2 Description Connects an optional USB device such as a printer Three drive configurations optional HP USB Digital Bay optional diskette drive no drive Digital Bay Supports optional pocket sized HP USB Digital Drive Diskette drive Supports standard 1 4 MB diskette No drive No drive bay is installed One of 4 optical drive bay configurations CD ROM DVD ROM DVD RW or DVD CD RW combo drives DVD RW drives and DVD CD RW combo drives can write to both recordable CDs and DVDs Type of drive varies by model Startup Guide 3 11 Notebook Features Right Side Component Description Wireless LED On At least one optional internal wireless device is active Off No wireless device is active Volume buttons 3 and Decrease mute and increase the system audio mute light volume E To decrease volume use left button E To increase volume use middle button E To mute or restore volume use right button HM Light on Audio is muted
16. on about changing the function of the power button refer to the Power chapter in the Software Guide on the Documentation Library CD Startup Guide 3 5 Notebook Features Wireless On Off Button and Application Keys Component Description Wireless on off button Turns optional internal wireless device s on or off Windows logo key Displays Windows Start menu Applications key Displays shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer 3 6 Startup Guide Notebook Features Function and Keypad Keys Component Description fnkey Combines with the function keys to perform additional system and application tasks For example pressing fn f8 increases screen brightness Function keys 11 Performs system and application tasks When combined with the fn key function keys f1 through f12 perform additional tasks as hotkeys The f2 function key is not used Keypad keys 15 Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad Refer to the TouchPad and Keyboard chapter in the Hardware Guide on the Documentation Library CD Startup Guide 3 7 Notebook Features Front View Description Produce stereo sound On Notebook is turned on Blinking Notebook is in Standby Off Notebook is off or in Hibernation Opens the notebook On The internal hard drive or optical drive bay is being accessed On Battery pack is charg
17. ort telephone numbers or to locate the Compaq office near you use one of the following methods E Select Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt System icon Then near the lower edge of the System Properties window select the Support Information button E Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet English only included with your notebook to contact a Compaq authorized dealer reseller or service provider E Visit the Compaq Web site at http www compaq com consumersupport Preparing to Call Technical Support To provide the fastest possible resolution of your problem have the notebook and the following information available when you call E Product name serial number and product number are provided on Service ID tag affixed to the bottom of the notebook Purchase date on the invoice Conditions under which the problem occurred Error messages that have been displayed Operating system version number and registration number To display the operating system version number and registration number select Start gt System icon gt General tab Brand and model of an optional printer 2 4 Startup Guide Additional Information Help and Updates Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System A Windows operating system provided on the notebook or on a CD is optimized by Compaq to improve overall system performance Compaq recommends that you not install a retail version in
18. se latch 1 4 right side components 3 12 RJ 11 telephone jack 3 9 RJ 45 network jack 3 13 S Safety amp Comfort Guide 2 2 safety considerations 1 7 screen settings 1 6 security cable slot 3 10 Service ID tag 2 4 software Adobe Acrobat Reader 2 2 antivirus 1 8 installing 1 6 license 1 5 Norton AntiVirus 1 7 setup 1 5 Startup Guide Software Setup utility 1 6 space requirements 1 6 Software Guide 2 1 Software Setup utility 1 6 speakers internal stereo 3 8 Standby exiting 3 5 power standby light 3 3 S Video out jack 3 13 system drivers 1 1 T technical support 2 4 telephone numbers service and support 2 4 Troubleshooting guide 2 1 turning the notebook on off 1 4 1 8 U USB connectors 3 13 Vv vent 3 9 3 14 W Web site 2 4 Windows logo key 3 6 wireless button 3 6 3 8 wireless LED 3 12 Index 3
19. tains 2 memory slots one of which is accessible for an optional 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB or 1024 MB memory module upgrade As shipped the memory slot may be filled with a replaceable memory module or it may be vacant depending on the notebook model Battery release latch Releases the battery pack from the battery bay Startup Guide A AC adapter 1 3 AC power 1 3 Adobe Acrobat Reader 2 2 antivirus software 1 8 battery inserting 1 2 light 1 5 battery bay 3 14 battery light 3 3 3 8 battery release latch 3 14 bottom components 3 14 buttons PC Card eject 3 10 power 1 4 3 5 volume 3 5 3 12 wireless 3 6 3 8 C cables AC adapter 3 9 caps lock light 3 4 connectors 1394 3 13 DC power 1 3 3 9 docking 3 13 external monitor 3 9 Index parallel 3 9 USB 3 13 See also infrared port jacks contacting support 2 3 technical support 2 3 customer support 2 4 DC power connector 1 3 display 3 1 component location 3 1 opening 1 4 release latch 1 4 settings 1 6 docking connector 3 13 Documentation Library CD 2 2 drive light 3 4 drivers 1 1 drives diskette 3 11 HP USB Digital Drive 3 11 electric shock warning 1 8 End User License Agreement 1 5 exhaust vent 3 9 3 14 expansion port 3 13 external monitor connector 3 9 Startup Guide Index 1 Index F FCC notice 1 8 features 3 1 function keys 3 7 H hard drive bay 3 14 hardware display compon
20. uirements of preloaded utilities without installing them select Start gt All Programs gt Software Setup and after viewing the utility information select Cancel Selecting Regional Settings Keyboard language and other regional preferences such as time date and currency format are set in the operating system To access regional settings select Start gt Control Panel gt Date Time Language and Regional Options icon For information about selecting regional settings open the Regional Options window then use context sensitive Help To use context sensitive Help select the question mark button in the upper right corner of the window then select an item A definition explanation or procedure is displayed Selecting Screen Settings If you would like to see more items on your screen or to change the size of items displayed on the screen you can change the screen resolution setting in your operating system To access the screen resolution settings select Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes icon gt Change The Screen Resolution task gt Settings tab Startup Guide Hardware and Software Setup Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an unreliable power supply or an electrical storm E Plug the notebook power cord into an optional high quality surge protector M Provide surge protection for the cable that connects the
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