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Notice
Compaq Computer Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this guide is subject
to change without notice.
© 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation. Except for use in connection with the
accompanying Compaq product, no part of this guide may be photocopied or reproduced in
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Getting Started
Compaq Deskpro Workstation AP230
First Edition (March 2001)
Part Number 233954-001
Compaq Computer Corporation

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CONTENTS
chapter 1
Getting Started with Software
Installing Your Operating System.......................................................................................1-1
Microsoft Windows 95 or Later and Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0..............1-1
Installing Device Drivers....................................................................................................1-1
Windows NT Workstation 4.0 or Windows 2000 Professional ......................................1-1
Window 95 or Later......................................................................................................1-2
Converting to NTFS...........................................................................................................1-2
Windows NT Workstation 4.0.......................................................................................1-2
Windows 2000 Professional..........................................................................................1-3
Customizing the Monitor Display.......................................................................................1-3
Protecting Your Software ...................................................................................................1-3
The Compaq Restore CD ..............................................................................................1-3
Using the Compaq Workstation Reference Library CD.......................................................1-3
Registration........................................................................................................................1-4
chapter 2
Getting Started with Hardware
Configurable Minitower: Front Panel Components............................................................2-1
Configurable Minitower: Rear Panel Components.............................................................2-2
Choosing the Quiet Drive Options......................................................................................2-3
Interpreting the Diagnostic Lights ......................................................................................2-4
Using the Keyboard............................................................................................................2-6
Windows Logo Keys.....................................................................................................2-8
Turning Off Your Computer...............................................................................................2-8

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chapter 1
GETTING STARTED WITH
SOFTWARE
Installing Your Operating System
CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware devices to your computer
until the operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may
cause errors and may prevent the operating system from installing
properly.
Microsoft Windows 95 or Later and Microsoft Windows NT
Workstation 4.0
The first time you turn on your computer, Microsoft Windows is
automatically installed for you. This takes approximately 5 to 20
minutes, depending on your system hardware configuration. At the
beginning of the installation process, you may be prompted to select
an operating system and/or a language for the operating system. Read
and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the
installation.
Installing Device Drivers
Windows NT Workstation 4.0 or Windows 2000 Professional
If you need to install hardware devices after the operating system
installation is completed, the operating system needs access to the
appropriate software drivers for the devices. The I386 directory and
its subdirectories provide the Compaq-specific integration of the
operating system for your computer model and include supported
device drivers.
When prompted for the I386 directory, replace the path specification
with C:\I386 or use the browse button of the dialog box to browse the
computer for the I386 folder if required. Then reapply Service Pack
6A by clicking its icon located on your desktop.

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✎When reapplying the service pack, if you are prompted to
replace a file with a newer version, always choose Yes.
Window 95 or Later
If you wish to install hardware devices after the operating system
installation is completed, the operating system needs access to the
appropriate software drivers for the devices. The Windows Cab files
directory and its subdirectories provide the Compaq-specific
integration of the operating system for your computer model and
include supported device drivers. The Cab files directory path is
c:\Windows\Options\Cab. However, if you are using the Compaq
Restore CD, the Cab files are located in c:\Compaq\Win95.
Converting to NTFS
Windows NT Workstation 4.0
The hard drive included with a Windows NT Workstation 4.0 model
contains a primary FAT16 partition on which the operating system
and Compaq software are installed. The rest of the hard drive is
divided into one or more additional partitions. Because FAT16 only
supports partitions up to 2 GB, converting to NTFS will allow hard
drives larger than 2 GB to be partitioned as one large drive. To
convert an existing partition from a 2 GB FAT 16 partition to a 2 GB
NTFS partition:
1. Click Start →Run.
2. Type CONVERT.EXE X: /FS:NTFS where X is the drive letter
designating the partition you wish to convert.
Alternatively, the Compaq Restore CD can be utilized to repartition
the hard drive. The largest NTFS partition possible is 7.5 to 8.0 GB,
depending on the hard drive, with a second NTFS partition created
from the remaining space on the drive.
CAUTION: The following procedures will remove all of the software
applications and data files from your hard drive. Be sure to back up
any data files you have created prior to converting from FAT16 to
NTFS, or you will not be able to restore them.
You will be able to restore the operating system and drivers required
to access the Internet from the Compaq Restore CD.The operating
system (without Compaq software or optimized drivers) may be
restored from the operating system installation CD or diskettes.

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If the computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, other means of
installation, such as a network share, will be needed for this
procedure.
Insert the Compaq Restore CD, version 2.0 or higher, into the CD-
ROM drive and turn on or restart the computer. Read and follow the
instructions that appear on the screen to change the drive partitioning.
Windows 2000 Professional
To convert an existing partition from a FAT 16 partition to an NTFS
partition, double-click the NTFS Convert icon on the desktop.
Carefully read and follow the directions that appear on the screen.
Customizing the Monitor Display
If you choose to customize your monitor display, you can manually
select or change the monitor brand, model, refresh rates, color,
resolution, and power management settings. Select the Display icon in
the Control Panel to change display settings, or refer to the online
documentation provided with the graphics controller utility.
Protecting Your Software
To protect your software from loss or damage, you should keep a
backup copy of all system software, applications, and related files
stored on your hard drive. Refer to your operating system or backup
utility documentation for instructions on making backup copies of
your data files.
The Compaq Restore CD
The Compaq Restore CD offers easy deployment and recovery of your
operating system software. This can be extremely helpful in the event
of hard drive failure or corruption.
The Restore CD is specific to each Deskpro model and accompanies
many models along with the operating system CD. For questions
about or problems with this CD, please contact your local Compaq
authorized dealer or reseller or Compaq customer service.
Using the Compaq Workstation Reference Library CD
Refer to the Compaq Workstation Reference Library CD for
additional product documentation. Insert the compact disc into the
CD-ROM drive, then select the document you want to read from the
menu that appears on the screen.

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Registration
Be sure to register your computer with Compaq. Registration
establishes a record of ownership and gives you an opportunity to
receive product announcements, updates, and other communications
periodically, if you choose to do so. Registration is easy—just visit
Compaq’s Web site at www.compaq.com/register and follow the
instructions that appear on the screen.

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chapter 2
GETTING STARTED WITH
HARDWARE
Configurable Minitower: Front Panel Components
Front panel components
1 CD-ROM eject button
2 CD-ROM drive activity light
3 CD-ROM headphone jack
4 CD-ROM volume
5 Diskette drive activity light
6 Diskette eject button
7 Power button
8 Power-on light
9 Hard drive activity light

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Configurable Minitower: Rear Panel Components
1Power Cord Connector Connects the computer to an electrical power outlet.
2Voltage Select Switch Switches voltage between 115V and 230V to match
geographical requirements.
3Universal Serial Bus (USB)
Connectors
Plug and Play connectors connect the computer to any
USB peripheral while the computer is operating.
4Keyboard Connector Connects the keyboard.
5Mouse Connector Connects the mouse.
6Parallel Port Connector Connects a parallel device, such as a parallel printer.
7Monitor Connector Connects a monitor.
8Serial Connector Connect serial devices, such as a serial mouse and
scanner.
9Serial Connector Connect serial devices, such as a serial mouse and
scanner.
10 Microphone Connector Connects a microphone.
11 Line-Out Audio Connector Provides connection for externally powered speakers or for
audio recording.
12 Line-In Audio Connector Connects a device that supplies sound, such as a tape
deck or CD player.

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!WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric 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.
Choosing the Quiet Drive Options
✎The Quiet Drive is an optional drive, included on select
models only.
If this computer is equipped with a Quiet Drive or, if you choose to
install a Quiet Drive, you may configure the drive to operate in Quiet
mode or Performance mode (default). When idle, the Quiet Drive
produces an acoustic noise level approximately 4 decibels (dB) lower
than that of a standard drive. When configured to operate in Quiet
mode, the Quiet Drive reads and writes data at an acoustic noise level
approximately 7 dB lower than that of a standard drive.
✎When configured to operate in Quiet mode, the drive will not
operate at maximum performance levels. For maximum drive
performance, set the drive to operate in Performance mode.
To determine if your computer contains a Quiet Drive or to activate
Quiet mode, complete the following steps:
1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click
Start →Shut Down →Restart the Computer.
2. When the F10=Setup message appears in the lower-right corner
of the screen, press the F10 key.
✎If you do not press the F10 key while the message is
displayed, you must restart the computer again to access the
utility.
3. Select your language from the list and press the Enter key.
4. A choice of five headings appears in the Computer Setup Utilities
menu. Using the arrow keys or the Tab key, select
Storage →Device Configuration.
5. Select the drive from the list of devices. Press the Enter key.

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6. Select Quiet Drive →Quiet (Performance is the factory-set
default.)
✎If the Quiet Drive option is not displayed, your computer does
not contain a Quiet drive.
7. To apply and save changes, select File →Save Changes and Exit.
Interpreting the Diagnostic Lights
The Compaq Deskpro Workstation AP230 features diagnostic lights
or LEDs (light emitting diodes) to indicate various computer states or
errors. The following tables describe the diagnostic light indications.
Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide for more information.
Computer LEDs
LED Color LED Activity State/Message
Power Green On (S0) Computer on
Power Green 1 blink every second (S1) Normal suspend
mode
Power Green 1 blink every 2 seconds (S3) Suspend to RAM (if
applicable)
Power Green 1 blink every 4 seconds (S4) Suspend to disk (if
applicable)
Power Clear Off (S5) Computer off
Power Red 4 blinks every second CPU thermal shutdown
Power Red On CPU not installed or
incorrect processor
installed
Power Red 1 blink every second ROM error
Power Red 1 blink every 2 seconds Power supply overload
Hard Drive Green Blinking Hard drive activity
Keyboard LEDs
LED Color LED Activity State/Message
Num Lock Green Flashing Memory error
Caps Lock Green Flashing No video
Scroll Lock Green Flashing System board failure, prior
to video

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The FailSafe Boot Block ROM allows for system recovery in the
unlikely event of a ROM flash failure, for example, if a power failure
occurs during a ROM upgrade. The Boot Block is a flash-protected
section of the ROM that checks for a valid system ROM flash when
power to the system is turned on.
The following table lists the various keyboard light combinations used
by the Boot Block ROM, as well as the meaning and action associated
with each combination. Refer to the Desktop Management Guide for
more detailed information.
Keyboard Light Combinations Used By Boot Block ROM
FailSafe Boot
Block Mode
Keyboard
LED Color
Keyboard
LED Activity State/Message
Num Lock Green On ROMPaq diskette not present,
is bad, or drive not ready.*
The screen displays a Boot
Block Recovery message when
using an embedded graphics
controller, or a PCI or AGP
graphics controller card.
Caps Lock Green On Enter password.*
Num, Caps, Scroll Lock Green Turn on and
off 2 times
(accompanied
by 1 long
and 3 short
beeps)
ROM flash failed.*
Num, Caps, Scroll Lock Green On Boot Block ROM Flash
successful. Turn power off,
then on to reboot.
Note: Diagnostic lights do not flash on USB keyboards.
*Insert valid ROMPaq diskette in drive A. Turn power switch off, then on to reflash ROM. If ROM
flash is successful, all three keyboard LEDs will light up and you will hear a rising tone series of
beeps. Remove diskette and turn power off, then on to restart the computer. For more information
about flashing the ROM, refer to the
Troubleshooting Guide.

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Using the Keyboard
Compaq Enhanced Keyboard Components
1Ctrl Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application
software you are using.
2Windows
Logo*
Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows 95. Used in combination with
other keys to perform other functions. (See following section.)
3Alt Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application
software you are using.
4Application* Used (like the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in a Microsoft Office
application. May perform other functions in other software applications.
5Editing keys Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.
NOTE: Holding down Ctrl and Alt while pressing Delete allows you to restart
your computer.
6Num Lock
light
Indicates whether the Num Lock feature is on or off.
7Caps Lock
light
Indicates whether the Caps Lock feature is on or off.
8Scroll Lock
light
Indicates whether the Scroll Lock feature is on or off.
*Keys available in select geographic regions.

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Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Components
1Ctrl Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application
software you are using.
2Windows
Logo*
Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows 95. Used in combination with
other keys to perform other functions. (See following section.)
3Alt Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application
software you are using.
4Application* Used (like the right mouse button) to open pop-up menus in a Microsoft Office
application. May perform other functions in other software applications.
5Internet Keys Provides quick access to specific Internet destinations.
6Editing keys Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.
NOTE: Holding down Ctrl and Alt while pressing Delete allows you to restart
your computer.
7Num Lock
light
Indicates whether the Num Lock feature is on or off.
8Caps Lock
light
Indicates whether the Caps Lock feature is on or off.
9Scroll Lock
light
Indicates whether the Scroll Lock feature is on or off.
*Keys available in select geographic regions.

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Windows Logo Keys
You may use the Windows Logo keys in combination with other keys
to perform certain functions in Windows 95 and later operating
systems, as described in the following table:
Windows logo key + F1 Displays a pop-up menu for the selected object.
Windows logo key + Tab Activates the next Taskbar button.
Windows logo key + E Launches Explore My Computer.
Windows logo key + F Launches Find Files.
Windows logo key + Ctrl+F Launches Find Computer.
Windows logo key + M Minimizes all open applications.
Shift+Windows logo key + M Undoes Minimize All.
Windows logo key + R Displays Run dialog box.
Turning Off Your Computer
To properly turn off your computer, click Shut Down on the Start
menu. The computer will automatically shut down.
In Windows NT Workstation 4.0, the power button always functions
as a power switch. However, in the default configuration of
Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 Professional, pressing
the power button does not turn off the power, but causes the computer
to enter a low-power state. This allows you to quickly power down,
without closing applications, and to quickly return to the same
operational state without any data loss.
✎To manually force the computer into a low power state, press
and hold the power button for four seconds. To reconfigure
the power button to work in On/Off mode, run Computer
Setup. Refer to Making Hardware Changes for Computer
Setup instructions.
!WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical
shock and/or hot surfaces, before you open the computer cover for
any reason:
■ Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
■ Allow the internal system components to cool before touching.