Compaq dx2200 - Microtower PC User manual

Quick Setup & Getting Started
HP Compaq Business PC

© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P. The
information contained herein is subject to
change without notice.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are
either trademarks or registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Adobe, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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.
This document contains proprietary
information that is protected by copyright. No
part of this document may be photocopied,
reproduced, or translated to another
language without the prior written consent of
Hewlett-Packard Company.
Quick Setup & Getting Started
HP Compaq Business PC
First Edition (January 2007)
Document Part Number: 440790-001

About This Book
This guide provides basic information about setting up and maintaining your computer.
WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in
bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in
damage to equipment or loss of information.
NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental information.
ENWW iii

iv About This Book ENWW

Table of contents
1 Quick Setup
Step 1: Unpack the Computer .............................................................................................................. 1
Step 2: Confirm the Voltage Setting ..................................................................................................... 2
Step 3: Connect External Devices ........................................................................................................ 3
Step 4: Identify Front Panel Components ............................................................................................ 4
Step 5: Connect the Power Cords ........................................................................................................ 5
Step 6: Turn On the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System ........................................ 6
Step 7: Turn Off the Computer ............................................................................................................. 7
2 Getting Started
Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates ........................................................................................... 8
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers ................................................................................................. 8
Customizing the Monitor Display .......................................................................................................... 8
HP Backup and Recovery Manager ..................................................................................................... 9
Finding More Information ................................................................................................................... 10
Using the Documentation and Diagnostics CD .................................................................................. 10
Basic Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 10
Helpful Hints ...................................................................................................................... 11
Before You Call for Technical Support .............................................................................. 12
ENWW v

vi ENWW

1QuickSetup
Step 1: Unpack the Computer
WARNING! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & 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.hp.com/ergo and on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD.
ENWW Step 1: Unpack the Computer 1

Step 2: Confirm the Voltage Setting
Ensure that the voltage select switch for the power supply is set to the correct voltage for your region
(115 volts or 230 volts).
CAUTION: You should not need to change the voltage setting; however, you should verify that
the voltage selection is compatible with your local power specifications. Failure to do so could
result in damage to the computer.
2 Chapter 1 Quick Setup ENWW

Step 3: Connect External Devices
Connect the monitor, mouse, keyboard, and network cables.
NOTE: Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.
1Power Cord Connector 7Parallel Connector
2Voltage Select Switch 8Monitor Connector
3PS/2 Mouse Connector
(green)
9Microphone Connector
(pink)
4PS/2 Keyboard Connector
(purple)
10 Line-Out Connector for
powered audio devices
(green)
5Universal Serial Bus (USB) 11 Line-In Audio Connector
(blue)
6Serial Connector 12 RJ-45 Network Connector
NOTE: If a PCI graphics card is installed, the connectors on the card
and the system board may be used at the same time. Some settings
may need to be changed in Computer Setup to use both connectors. For
information about Boot Order, refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility
Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD.
CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the computer until the
operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the
operating system from installing properly.
ENWW Step 3: Connect External Devices 3

Step 4: Identify Front Panel Components
NOTE: The illustration shown below may look different than your computer model.
1Optical Drive 7Headphone Connector
2Optical Drive Activity Light 8Microphone Connector
35.25" Expansion Bay 9USB (Universal Serial Bus)
Ports
43.5" Expansion Bay (optional
Media Card Reader shown)
1
10 Optical Drive Eject Button
5Dual-State Power Button 11 Power On Light
6 Hard Drive Activity Light
1
The 3.5" bay may be populated with a diskette drive or a media card reader, or it may be covered by a bezel blank.
4 Chapter 1 Quick Setup ENWW