Compaq Deskpro EC User manual

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Compaq Deskpro EC Series of Personal Computers
Getting Started
First Edition (September 1999)
Part Number 157742-001

Contents
Getting Started Guide iii
chapter 1
Introduction to the Getting Started Guide
Symbols and Conventions .......................................................................................................................1-1
Environmental Commitment ...................................................................................................................1-2
chapter 2
Introducing Your Computer
Front Panel Components .........................................................................................................................2-2
Rear Panel Components ..........................................................................................................................2-3
Drive Positions ........................................................................................................................................2-4
chapter 3
Setting up Your Software
Windows 98 Setup...................................................................................................................................3-3
Using the Welcome to Windows 98 Screen ............................................................................................3-4
Register Now .....................................................................................................................................3-5
Connect to the Internet.......................................................................................................................3-5
Discover Windows 98........................................................................................................................3-6
Maintaining Your Computer..............................................................................................................3-6
chapter 4
Keeping Your System Running
Turning Your Computer On and Off.......................................................................................................4-1
Setting Power Management Features ......................................................................................................4-1
Listing Your System Specifications ........................................................................................................4-2
Routine Computer Care...........................................................................................................................4-3
CD-ROM Drive Precautions (Select Models Only) ..........................................................................4-3
Glossary...............................................................................................................................................................G-1
Index ..................................................................................................................................................................... I-1

iv Getting Started Guide

Getting Started Guide 1–1
1
Introduction to the
Getting Started
Guide
The Getting Started Guide includes general information about your
computer and its components, the installation of your Windows 98
operating system, and the Welcome to Windows Screen. You should
use the information in the Getting Started Guide in conjunction with
your Setup Poster to set up your computer and install its operating
system. Before you begin the setup and installation process, you
should read the following section on Symbols and Conventions to
understand the formatting conventions used throughout this guide.
Symbols and
Conventions
The following format conventions distinguish elements of the text
throughout this guide:
■When keys must be pressed at the same time, the action is
represented by the key names and the plus (+) symbol.
■An arrow (→) indicates a sequence of actions. You will follow the
sequence through a series of menus or screens. During the
sequence, you may need to click or double-click on an item to
proceed.
■When you need to make a selection with a mouse, you are
directed to “select”or “click”the information.
The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout
this guide:
chapter
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to
follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
!

1–2 Getting Started Guide
✎Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information, specific
instructions, commentary, sidelights, or other points of information.
Environmental
Commitment
Compaq is committed to making environmentally friendly products.
Your computer was produced in a chlorofluorocarbons (CFC)-free
factory. All plastics used in the product are stamped with material
composition to make recycling more efficient. Reduce, reuse, and
recycle are words to live by at Compaq.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to
follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of
information.

Getting Started Guide 2–1
2
Introducing Your Computer
Compaq Personal Computers are built on the value, performance,
quality, and reliability that you expect from Compaq and are aimed at
delivering to businesses the latest industry standard technology at the
best value. The new Compaq Deskpro products have been optimized
for ease of ownership—from purchase to use and maintenance.
Set up your computer using the Quick Setup Poster before turning the
computer on. When you turn the computer on, you will go through a
series of screens to set up Windows 98. Be sure to register your
computer at this time. Refer to the Getting Started Guide and the
appropriate Microsoft documentation for setup and operating
instructions.
If you get error messages when you turn the computer on, check all
hardware connections. If this does not fix the error, refer to the
“Solving Common Computer Problems”chapter in the User’s Guide.
chapter

2–2 Getting Started Guide
Front Panel
Components
Front Panel Components
1. CD ROM Drive (select models only)
2. CD ROM Drive Activity Light (select models only)
3. 3.5-inch Diskette Drive
4. Diskette Drive Activity Light
5. Diskette Drive Eject Button
6. CD ROM Drive Eject Button
7. Power Button
8. Power Status Light
9. Hard Drive Activity Light

Getting Started Guide 2–3
Rear Panel
Components
Rear Panel Components and Voltage Selector Switch
1. Mouse Connector
2. Keyboard Connector
3. USB Connectors
4. Serial Port 1
5. Parallel Port
6. Serial Port 2
7. Line Out
8. Line In
9. Microphone
10. Game Port
11. AC Power Connector
12. Voltage Select Switch
13. Video Connector
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to
the equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The
grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord
into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible
at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging
the power cord from either the electrical outlet or the computer.

2–4 Getting Started Guide
Drive Positions
✎To verify the type and
size of the storage
devices installed in
your computer, run
Compaq Computer
Setup Utilities. Refer
to the “Computer
Setup”chapter in the
User’s Guide for more
information.
Drive Positions
No. Component Function
1 Drive Bay 1 Typically used for optical devices such as
CD-ROM/ DVD drives.
2 Drive Bay 2 Half-height bays to add optional drives
such as Zip drives.
3 Drive Bay 3 One standard 3.5-inch, 1.44-MB diskette
drive (LS-120 diskette drive).
4 Drive Bay 4 One internal 3.5-inch, one-third height
bay used for a hard drive.