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CONTENTS C Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Who Should Read This Guide? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Using My Presario—Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Symbols and Graphics Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Computer Illustrations and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Where Can I Find Information? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Setting Up Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Keyboard Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Getting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing an Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Playing a DVD-ROM Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Creating Your Own CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16 Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive (available on select models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Removing a Disk from the Zip Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Internet Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 5 Common Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Print Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Using the Menu to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Digital Audio Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Playing Digital Audio Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction In This Chapter Who Should Read This Guide?, 1-2 1 Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq Internet PC, you have joined the world-wide community of Presario computer users. Once your computer is set-up and connected to the Internet, you can explore vast regions of information, entertainment, and online services.
Who Should Read This Guide? Who Should Read This Guide? Using My Presario—Getting Started This easy-to-scan guide helps you find the information you want as quickly as possible. The page layout allows you to see, at a glance, how the information is organised. This guide is designed for both beginners and experienced computer users.You can read from cover to cover to learn basic information about your computer or scan the guide for information on a specific topic.
Symbols and Graphics Used Warnings and cautions are displayed to protect you from injury, your equipment from damage, and your files from data loss. Symbols and Graphics Used The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide and the CD documentation: Warning Did you know ... Tip See also ... Failure to follow directions may result in bodily harm or loss of life. Understanding the background or concept may help you solve a problem.
Where Can I Find Information? Information is available in several forms: printed documents, electronic documents on the CD that came with your computer, and the Compaq Web site. Use this guide as your first point of reference, and then refer to the following documents: ➜ Quick Set-Up poster ➜ Warranty Certificate ➜ My Presario—Learning More CD ➜ Getting Started: Microsoft Windows manual Did you know ... The Compaq Web site is available worldwide.
Safety Your computer is an electrical device. Treat it with care to avoid personal injury and damage to the equipment. Warning To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, read the Safety and Comfort guide on the My Presario—Learning More CD before performing any procedures involving the internal components of your computer. Safety Safety and Comfort My Presario—Learning More CD contains Safety and Comfort information on how to: ➜ Set up your work area for maximum comfort.
How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM? The My Presario—Learning More CD has information on the following topics: ➜ Advanced features of your computer ➜ Solving computer problems ➜ Safety and comfort ➜ Compaq service and support ➜ Government regulatory information Did you know ... Electronic documents often have hyperlinks to help you find information quickly. When you pass the cursor over a hyperlink, a small hand S is displayed. When you click a hyperlink, it jumps to the referenced page.
Setting Up Your Computer In This Chapter Your Computer at a Glance, 2-2 Plug In and Go!, 2-3 Registration, 2-4 Printer Setup, 2-5 MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED 2 Your Internet PC is designed for complete ease of use—from setting up to upgrading new components. It was also designed to allow the option of using it as a Desktop PC or Slim Tower PC, whichever suits your needs.This chapter introduces you to the internal and external features of your computer.
Your Computer What’s in Front? 1 Power On button at a Glance Your Computer at a Glance Before you begin, you’ll want to become familiar with the components of your Compaq Presario. Tip 2 CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive 3 Disk drive 4 Two universal serial bus (USB) ports for connecting peripheral devices, such as gamepads, joysticks, and video cameras Some components, such as the keyboard and mouse, have color-coded connectors that match the ports on the back of your computer.
Plug In and Go! Setting Up Your Computer Plug In and Go! If a cable is disconnected or you move your computer to another location, this topic helps you to quickly set up again. Tip It’s a good idea to purchase a surge protector to protect your computer from electrical spikes and power surges. See also ... The Quick Set-Up poster that came with your computer is a visual guide to setting up your computer. Note: Do not set up the printer until your computer has been set up. 1.
Registration The first time you turn on your computer, you are guided through the registration process before accessing the Windows desktop. It is very important that you register ➜ Windows with Microsoft ➜ Your computer with Compaq Registration Registering with Microsoft To register the Windows operating system with Microsoft, follow the on-screen instructions. After entering the appropriate information on each screen, click the Next button to move to the next screen. Note: Registration is by card.
Printer Setup After setting up and registering your computer, you are ready to set up your printer. A printer allows you to print any document from your My Presario— Learning More CD, your e-mail, and Web sites. Printer Setup Setting Up Your Printer 1. Complete Plug In and Go! and Registration first (described on previous pages). 2. Set up the printer according to the printer manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Connect the printer to the back of your computer according to the icons. 4.
2-6 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTER MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED
Using Your Computer In This Chapter Keyboard Basics, 3-2 In this chapter, you learn about the following exciting, easy-to-use features of your computer: ➜ Keyboard—Become familiar with the keyboard and all its capabilities, including one-button access to the Internet! ➜ Scroll Mouse—See how easy it is to use the scroll mouse and learn shortcuts to save time. ➜ Speakers—Enjoy the experience of high-quality sound with your computer.
Keyboard Basics The standard keys perform the following functions: ➜ Main keys are the typewriter-style keys. ➜ Function keys are the F1 through F12 keys. Two of these keys are active even without a program running. F1 allows you to get help on Windows-related topics. F3 allows you to search for files or folders. ➜ Arrow keys can be used for games and to navigate in a document or Web site. These keys allow you to move left, right, up, and down, using the keyboard instead of the mouse.
Keyboard Buttons Keyboard Buttons The keyboard buttons are shown in the following illustration. They are discussed in detail on the following pages. The keyboard buttons make it easier and faster to get on the Internet, use your favourite software, or listen to your favourite CD. You might even want to watch a movie or send an e-mail.
Using Internet Zone Buttons With the press of a keyboard button, you can get on the Internet fast, read your e-mail, or check out the latest in entertainment. Depending on which Internet Service Provider (ISP) you have, the default options provided by the Internet Zone buttons may vary. Note: Button functions may vary by model and by region. No. Description 1 Search accesses a Web site that helps you locate news and information on the Internet.
Using Quick Launch Web Buttons You can access your favourite program, Web site, or document by pressing the Quick Launch Web buttons. These are the Help G and My Program D buttons. See also ... Refer to “Preventive Maintenance” on the My Presario—Learning More CD for additional information on service and support. No. Description 1 Help takes you to service and support information on the Windows desktop. 2 My Program can be programed to launch your favourite software, Web site, or document.
Assigning the My Program Button . After you assign the My Program D button settings, pressing the button automatically opens your selected software, Web site, or document. 1. Press the My Program D button 1. A window opens. 2. Select a program or Web site. 3. Click Next. 4. Select Program or Document. See also ... Instructions for reassigning this button are found on the My Presario—Learning More CD. 5. Select the program or document you want to assign to the My Program D button. 6.
Putting Your Computer to Sleep If you’re going to be away from your computer but want to leave the power on, you can let your computer go to sleep. This process allows you to run programmes while your computer goes into a lowpower state, which saves energy. However, some software—such as DVD software actively playing a DVD— may prevent the system from going to sleep. Press the Sleep E button 1 on the keyboard and your computer goes to sleep.
Understanding the System Status Lights The system lights on the keyboard provide a quick status of your computer and keyboard settings. Tip Post Office Protocol (POP) is a commonly used messaging protocol. The most widely used implementation of this protocol is POP3. POP3 is a retrieval protocol, used to retrieve mail messages from a POP server. E-mail messages received by the POP server are delivered to a server mailbox and messages reside there until you retrieve them.
Scroll Mouse Your computer comes with a scroll mouse. The scroll mouse directs a cursor on the Windows desktop. You use the mouse to move quickly and easily through a document or Web site. Instead of using the scroll bar to display pages, move the scroll wheel on your mouse forward or backward through a document or Web site to save time. Making Screen Selections Scroll Mouse Click by pressing and releasing the left mouse button quickly one time. You will hear a single clicking sound.
Autoscrolling AutoScroll allows you to move forward and backward through a document without having to move the mouse or mouse wheel continuously. Did you know ... The scroll mouse can be customised for a left-handed user from the Mouse Properties dialog box. (Open the Control Panel and right-click the mouse icon.) 3-10 USING YOUR COMPUTER 1. Open a program and press the scroll wheel to begin autoscrolling. 2.
Speakers (available on select models) Speaker options depend on which model you purchase. However, the JBL Platinum Series are the standard speakers that come with most new Compaq Presario monitors. You can use the speakers freestanding or mount them to the side of the monitor. For more information, see the documentation that came with the speakers. To set up the speakers, follow the directions on the monitor Quick Set-Up poster. If you purchased speakers separately, follow the included instructions.
Diskette, Hard The Diskette Drive Drive, CD-ROM, The diskette drive uses a diskette to store files. After information is copied onto a diskette, it remains there until you CD-RW, delete or overwrite it. DVD-ROM, and 1.
Using the Hard Drive The hard drive stores system files, software, and data files inside your computer. When you install software, download files from the Internet, receive e-mail and attachments, or create new files, the computer saves them on your hard drive. The available storage space is gradually used. To regain storage space, you can delete files or programmes loaded on your computer, or save them on external media such as diskettes, CD-R or CD-RW discs.
Removing a Disc from a Drive A CD-ROM drive reads CDs, CD-R, and CD-RW media. A DVD-ROM drive reads all CD media, plus DVD discs. When you have finished listening to the CD, store the disc in the storage compartment on the front of your computer or in its protective case. 1. Press the Load/Eject 1 button to open the drive door. 2. Carefully remove the CD or the DVD from the drive. 3. Press the Load/Eject 1 button on the front of the drive to close the door. 4. Store the disc in its protective case.
Playing a DVD-ROM Movie You can only play a DVD movie from a DVD-ROM drive. When you are finished watching a movie, store the DVD in its protective case. 1. For best performance, close all running programmes before inserting a DVD movie and insert the DVD into the DVD-ROM drive. Playback begins automatically. 2. If playback does not begin automatically, click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. 3. Point to Programmes, and then Compaq DVD Express.
Creating Your Own CDs The CD-RW drive allows you to create your own CDs. You can buy two types of media: CD-R and CD-RW. CD-R media can be played on most of the newer CD players, CD-ROM, and DVD-ROM drives. CD-R media can be written to only once. However, you can write to CD-RW media using multiple recording sessions until you Close out the disc. CD-RW media can be used to make backups of your personal CDs or hard disk. These discs are reusable and can be erased and rewritten to numerous times.
Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive (available on select models) The Zip drive makes organising, copying, storing, and transporting large files easy. The Zip drive uses a Zip disk, which gives you more storage space than a diskette. A Zip disk offers extra space for the following types of tasks: Note: Your computer must be turned on before you can insert a Zip disk. 1. Hold the Zip disk, labelside facing up, and gently push the disk into the Zip drive until you hear it snap into place. 2.
Internet Video Camera Using Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera Internet Video Camera (available on select models) The Logitech QuickCam Express Internet video camera provides many useful features: ➜ Captures images at the touch of a button ➜ Sends photo and video e-mail as easily as text ➜ Allows video chatting for a face-to-face get-together with far away friends and family ➜ Allows you to save, print, or send a video image over the Internet with easy-to-use software ➜ Quickly creates a pe
Welcome to the Web In This Chapter Basic Concepts, 4-2 Internet Connection, 4-3 Web Searches, 4-4 E-mail, 4-5 Content Advisor, 4-8 My Presario Web Site, 4-10 MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED 4 In just a few moments, you will be on the World Wide Web.
Basic Concepts Internet, Web, URL, hyperlinks, cyberspace— sound confusing? The Internet definitely has its own terminology. Take a few moments to understand some basic concepts that will help you start surfing the Web. To begin surfing, you need to establish an Internet Service Provider (ISP) account. See also ... Refer to the “Setting Up Your Computer” chapter in this guide for information on how to register for an ISP account.
Internet Connection Web pages are viewed with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer . A Web browser is a program that lets you view and explore information on the Web. Connecting with AOL Internet Connection If you have chosen AOL as your ISP and completed “Setting the Internet Buttons to AOL,” press the Instant Internet button to access the AOL home page. Screen varies with version of AOL.
Web Searches One way to find what you’re looking for on the Web is to use a search engine—your personal guide to the Web. Searching the Web Using AOL Web Searches 1. Complete the “Setting the Internet Buttons to AOL” procedure. F )button on the Internet keyboard. 2. Press the Search The AOL search page is displayed. A search engine takes information that is scattered on Web sites all around the world and lists it for easy viewing and printing. Note: AOL is available in selected countries only. 3.
E-mail E-mail (electronic mail) is very similar to the mail the postal carrier delivers to your home or office— except much faster. You can send letters, pictures, postcards—even music and video clips—to friends, family, and co-workers in an instant. Outlook Express is an e-mail program that comes with your computer. Other e-mail programs include AOL and Hotmail.
Understanding E-mail Addresses To send and receive e-mail, you need an e-mail address so that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) will know where to “pick up” and “deliver” mail. See also ... The My Presario—Learning More CD has information on finding e-mail addresses.
Sending an E-mail Using Outlook Express Now that you’ve connected to an ISP, set up Outlook Express, and have an Internet address, it’s time to write your first e-mail message. Tip E-mail addresses are written in a very specific way. Be sure the e-mail address you enter contains no spaces and has a period after the server name. Dashes and underscores may be used. Capital letters may be required. Ask the e-mail recipients exactly how to write their e-mail address. 1.
Content Advisor You receive e-mail messages automatically, even when your computer is shut down! Your ISP stores these messages until you decide to open your e-mail program and read them. Your e-mail status light on the keyboard will glow when you have e-mail. The e-mail status light only works with POP3 Internet services. 4-8 WELCOME TO THE WEB Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail Messages Content Advisor 1. Press the Instant E-mail button on the Internet keyboard. 2. Click Inbox.
Restricting Internet Content The Internet provides you with access to a wide variety ofinformation, but some information may not be suitable for every viewer. 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, then Control Panel, and then Internet Tools. 2. Click the Content tab 1. 3. In the Content Advisor area, click Enable 2. 4. Click Settings, and then type your password in the Password box. 5. Click a category in the list, and then drag the slider to set the limits you want to use. 6.
My Presario Web Site One of the first places you'll want to visit on the Internet is the My Presario Web site: www.compaq.com/ mypresario Checking Your Registration My Presario Web Site 1. Press the on the Internet keyboard. The Compaq My Presario Web site is displayed. 2. Click customise My Presario. 3. Verify that your personal information is correct. 4. Click Sign in.
Common Tasks In This Chapter Print Basics, 5-2 Digital Audio Files, 5-3 Games, 5-4 5 In this chapter, you learn how to perform some of the more common activities with your new Internet PC. More details about these and other everyday activities can be found on the My Presario— Learning More CD.
Print Basics To print one or more pages from a document file or Web page, you have to connect your printer and install the necessary software. These procedures are detailed in the “Setting Up Your Computer” chapter in this guide. To see what the document will look like when printed, select the Print Preview option from the File menu. This option is available in most software packages. Using the Menu to Print Print Basics 1. Click File on the menu bar. 2. Click Print. The Print dialog box is displayed. 3.
Digital Audio Files In addition to music CDs, your computer can play digital audio files, such as music downloaded from the Internet. You can download MP3 files and play them using Audio Manager software (available on select models). MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED Playing Digital Audio Files Digital Audio Files 1. From the Windows taskbar, click the Start button. 2. Point to programmes and then select the Audio Manager programme. The Audio Manager is displayed. 3.
Games Your new Internet PC is not only a powerful tool for surfing the Internet and running software, it can also allow you to play games. Your computer came with several Windows games preinstalled, and many more are available for purchase or by downloading from the Internet. You can play games online with other players from all over the world. Playing Preinstalled Games on Your Computer Games 1. From the Windows taskbar, click the Start button. 2. Point to Programmes, then Accessories, and then Games. 3.
Software You may want to purchase and install additional software. Software can be installed from a CD, DVD, or diskette, and it can be downloaded from a Web site. The installation process automatically begins when you insert the CD in the disc drive. If the installation process doesn’t automatically begin, refer to the documentation that came with the software. If no documentation exists, follow the procedure listed here to install software from a CD or diskette.
Installing Software Downloaded from the Internet If you download software from a Web site, follow the installation instructions that are usually displayed on the Web page. If installation instructions are not available, complete the steps listed here. Did you know ... Before downloading files of any kind from the Internet, make sure that call-waiting is disabled, and that your anti-virus utility is running. Did you know ...
Need Some Help? In This Chapter Helpful Hints, 6-2 6 This chapter provides information on how to identify and fix common problems that may occur with your computer. Without contacting a technician, you can easily diagnose and fix many computer problems on your own.
Helpful Hints See also ... For additional troubleshooting information relating to your printer or monitor, see the documentation that came with your equipment. Helpful Hints If you encounter problems with your computer, monitor, or software, review the following check list before taking further action: ➜ Check that the computer and monitor are plugged into a working electrical outlet. ➜ Check to see that the computer is turned on and the power light located on the front of the computer is on.
QuickRestore CD Using the QuickRestore CD QuickRestore CD Restarting your computer with the QuickRestore CD in the drive displays the following menu: The QuickRestore CD can reinstall the software to the state it was in when you purchased the computer. You also have the option of restoring your computer to the way it was when you performed the last User Backup. Tip User Backup creates USER.PQI files. These files are read-only—you cannot edit their contents. Did you know ...
Compaq Support Compaq Support If you have a computer problem or question, check the following resources for answers: ➜ ➜ ➜ Review the “Need Some Help?” chapter in this guide for suggestions on how to fix the problem. Press the Help G button on the keyboard to access service and support information related to your Presario, to find information about your computer and computer-related peripherals, and to access links to online technical help. Visit the Compaq Web Site at: www.compaq.
Troubleshooting If a solution does not fix your problem, try all solutions for the symptom or try the solution a second time. Tip Troubleshooting Information in this section is divided into three areas: Symptom, Problem, and Solution. The Symptom line describes the symptom or warning for the type of problem you are having. The Problem column identifies one or more reasons why the symptom may have occurred. The Solution column describes what you should do to try to fix the problem.
CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Symptom CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive cannot read a disc or takes too long to start. Problem Solution CD has been inserted upside down. Reinsert the CD with the label facing the proper direction. The DVD-ROM drive will take longer to start because it has to determine the type of media being played, such as audio or video. Wait at least 30 seconds to let the DVD-ROM drive determine the type of media being played.
Diskette Drive Symptom Not reading drive: “Abort, Retry, Fail?” message appears. “Non-system disk or disk error” message is displayed. Problem A non-formatted diskette has been inserted. To format the diskette: 1. Double-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop. 2. Select the diskette (A) drive. 3. Click File, and point to Format. 4. Select desired options, and click Start to begin formatting the diskette. Diskette is damaged. Replace the diskette with a new one.
Symptom Diskette drive light stays on. Diskette drive cannot save information to diskette. 6-8 NEED SOME HELP? Problem Solution Diskette has been improperly inserted. Remove the diskette and reinsert it as follows: Insert the edge with the sliding cover into the drive, face up, and push all the way in until the diskette stops. Diskette is damaged. Remove the diskette and insert a new diskette. If a problem persists, run the Windows Maintenance Wizard to repair the drive: 1.
Symptom Diskette drive cannot read a diskette. Problem Solution Diskette drive has failed. Call Compaq Technical Support. Refer to your Certificate of Warranty for details. Diskette is not formatted. To format the diskette: 1. On the Windows desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. 2. Select the diskette (A) drive. 3. Click File, and point to Format. 4. Select the desired options, and click Start to begin formatting the diskette. Diskette drive has failed. Call Compaq Technical Support.
Hard Drive Symptom Problem Solution Computer seems to be locked up. Programme in use has stopped responding to commands. Attempt a normal Windows shutdown. If this fails, press the Reset button for four or more seconds to turn off the power. To restart your computer, press the Reset button again. Hard drive error message is displayed. Part of hard drive has failed. Run the Windows Maintenance Wizard to repair the drive: 1. From the Windows taskbar, click the Start button. 2.
Internet Access Symptom Problem Cannot connect to the Internet. Internet Service Provider (ISP) account is not set up properly. Verify Internet settings or contact your ISP for assistance. Modem is not set up properly. Reconnect the modem, verifying the following connections: telephone line to telephone (for external phone sets) and telephone line to wall jack (from computer to wall). Web browser is not set up properly. Verify that the Web browser is installed and set up to work with your ISP.
Keyboard and Scroll Mouse Symptom Keyboard commands and typing are not recognised by computer. Problem Keyboard connector is not properly connected. Programme in use has stopped responding to commands. Solution 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button. 2. On the Start menu, click Shut Down... The Shut Down Windows dialog box is displayed. 3. Select the Shut down option. 4. Click OK. 5. After the shutdown is complete, reconnect the keyboard to the back of your computer and restart your computer.
Memory Symptom Insufficient memory message is displayed. MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED Problem All memory in computer is being used by open programmes, and memory is needed for desired task. Solution To avoid Windows automatically running unnecessary programmes at startup: 1. From the Windows desktop, click the Start button. 2. Select Run. 3. In the Open box, type MSCONFIG. 4. Click OK. The System Configuration Utility dialog box is displayed. 5.
Power Symptom Computer will not turn on. “Illegal Operation has Occurred” error message is displayed. Problem Solution Line voltage selection switch is not in the proper position for your region (115V/ 230V). Set the line voltage selection switch to the correct setting for your region, or call Compaq Technical Support for assistance. Refer to your Certificate of Warranty for details. Wall outlet is bad. Test the outlet by connecting a different electrical device to outlet.
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CD drive 2-2 CD/DVD-ROM cleaning 6-6 Windows does not detect driver 6-6 CD/DVD-ROM Control buttons 3-3 Eject/Load 3-3 Fast Forward/Next Track 3-3 Play/Pause 3-3 Rewind/Previous Track 3-3 Stop 3-3 CD/DVD-ROM drive 2-2 inserting a CD or DVD 3-14 CD-ROM drive 2-2 location, illustrated 2-2 removing a disc 3-14 CD-RW drive backup disc 3-16 CDs inserting into drive 3-13 playing audio CD 3-14 Compaq registration 2-3 Web site 1-4 Compaq Support 6-4 components, described and illustrated 2-2 computer problems 6-4 Con
undeliverable 4-5 using 4-6 writing messages 4-5 emergency diskette 6-3 energy saver low-power state 3-7 F files accessing 3-9 function keys F1 through F12 3-2 G games playing 5-4 H hard drive backup 3-16 damaged 6-14 failure 6-7 problems with 6-10 storing system files 3-13 using 3-13 Help Service and Support folder 3-5 Windows desktop 3-5 helpful hints 6-2 Hotmail 4-5 hyperlink 1-6 defined 4-2 I icons New Mail Message 4-7 install downloaded files 5-6 software 5-5 Instant E-mail 4-5 Internet MY PRESARIO
M memory problems with 6-14 Microsoft registration 2-4 modem line in 2-3 monitor flat-panel monitor 6-9 port, illustrated 2-2 problems with 6-9 mouse See also Scroll Mouse problems 6-12 MP3 5-3 My Presario registration 4-10 My Programme button assigning 3-6 N numeric keys 3-2 O Outlook Express 4-5 Inbox 4-8 setting up 4-5 P parallel port illustrated 2-2 parental controls 4-9 password 4-9 remembering 4-5 port parallel 2-5 power 2-2 USB 2-5 4 INDEX ports 1394, illustrated 2-2 for connecting joysticks, ga
Q Quick Launch Web buttons 3-5 Help 3-5 My Programme 3-5 Quick Set-Up poster 2-3 R recovery CD 6-3 removing programmes 5-5 S Scroll Mouse See also mouse autoscrolling 3-10 choosing button assignments 3-9 clicking 3-9 controlling cursor movements 3-9 customising 3-9 double-clicking 3-9 dragging and dropping files 3-9 scrolling 3-9 setting up 3-9 wheel 3-9 search engine 4-4 See also...
Z Zip drive or Zip disk inserting a disk 3-17 removing 3-17 removing a disk 3-17 6 INDEX MY PRESARIO—GSTTING STARTED
