Compaq Microcom 6000 Operating and maintenance manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
Compaq Presario 6000 Series Computer
Document Part Number: 277956-001
March 2002
This guide provides information on identifying computer components
and upgrading this series of computers.

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Hardware Reference Guide
First Edition (March 2002)
Document Part Number: 277956-001

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Contents
1 A Look at the Computer
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
Mouse Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Using the Scroll Mouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Using the Wireless Wheel Mouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Using the USB Optical Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
2 Keyboard Features
Easy Access Keyboard Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Using the Easy Access Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Customizing the Easy Access Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Using the Windows Logo Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Identifying System Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6
Smart Card Keyboard Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7
Using the Smart Card Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8
3 Computer Upgrades
Preparing the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Removing or Upgrading a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Locating Drive Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Removing A Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Replacing or Adding a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9
Upgrading or Replacing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11
Removing a Memory Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12
Replacing or Adding a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–14
Removing or Installing an Expansion Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–16
Reassembling the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–21

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A Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing Electrostatic Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
When Handling Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
When Installing Internal Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
B Specifications
Index

Hardware Reference Guide 1–1
1
A Look at the Computer
Front Panel Components
Front Panel Components
1Optical drives Depending on your computer model, may be
a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM or
DVD-R/RW drive.
2Optical drive activity lights When lit, indicates that the optical drive is
being accessed.
3Diskette drive Reads and writes information onto a
3.5-inch diskette.

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4Diskette drive activity light When lit, indicates that the diskette drive is
being accessed. (Do not remove the diskette
while the light is on.)
5Power-on light When lit, indicates power is on.
61394 port (available on select
models)
Connects digital video equipment and allows
fast data transfer to your computer.
7Optical drive eject buttons Releases the disc tray.
8Diskette eject button Ejects the diskette from the diskette drive.
9Power button Turns on the computer. To turn off the
Computer, use the operating system “Turn
Off Computer” command.
:Hard drive activity light When lit, indicates that the hard drive is
being accessed.
;USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports Connects USB devices, such as a USB
gamepads, joysticks and video games. The
number of USB ports you have on your
computer will vary depending on your model
✎Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.
Front Panel Components (Continued)

Hardware Reference Guide 1–3
A Look at the Computer
Rear Panel Components
Rear Panel Components
1Voltage select switch
(available on select models)
Selects 230 volts (for some areas in Asia,
Africa, Australia and Europe) or 115 volts (for
North America, South America, and Japan).
This switch may be factory set to 230 volts.
Before plugging the power cord into an
electrical outlet be sure the switch is set to your
regional requirement.
ÄFailure to set the switch to the correct
regional voltage requirement may damage
your internal components.
2Power cord connector Connects the computer’s power cord.
3PS/2 keyboard connector Connects a PS/2-compatible keyboard.
4USB (Universal Serial Bus)
ports
Connects USB devices, such as a USB
keyboard, mouse, or pointing device. The
number of USB ports you have on your
computer will vary depending on your model.

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A Look at the Computer
5Serial port Connects a serial device, such as a scanner.
6VGA connector Connects the monitor to the computer.
✎Depending on your model, the video port
may be located on a VGA card in the
expansion slot.
7Network Interface Card (NIC)
connector
Connects an Ethernet network cable. A network
cable is not included with your computer.
8Audio line-out connector Connects stereo speakers.
9Audio line-in connector Connects audio devices.
:Modem port Connects the modem cable. A modem cable is
included with the computer.
;PS/2 mouse connector Connects a PS/2-compatible mouse or other
pointing device.
<Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer.
=Microphone connector Connects a microphone.
>Telephone extension (not
available in all countries)
Connects a telephone to the computer.
✎Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.
Rear Panel Components (Continued)

Hardware Reference Guide 1–5
A Look at the Computer
Mouse Components
Your computer includes a Scroll Mouse, a Wireless Wheel Mouse, or
a USB Optical Mouse. The Wireless Wheel Mouse and the USB
Optical Mouse are available with select models.
Mouse Component
1Left mouse button Click and quickly release to make screen selections.
Double-click and quickly release to open applications
and files.
2Scroll wheel Moves the screen backward and forward through a
document without having to continuously move the
mouse or mouse wheel.
3Right mouse button Click and quickly release to display application menu
selections.

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Using the Scroll Mouse
The mouse directs the cursor on the Windows desktop. Use the mouse
to move quickly and easily through a document or Web site.
Moving the scroll wheel on your mouse through a document or Web
site is faster than using the scroll bar. You can use the scroll wheel to:
■Scroll forward or backward through a document or Web site by
turning the scroll wheel forward or backward.
■Autoscroll by pressing down on the scroll wheel until it clicks
(you will see an autoscroll icon on your desktop). Move the
mouse vertically, horizontally, or diagonally to scroll in the
desired direction. The farther you move the cursor from the
starting point icon, the faster the scrolling occurs. To stop, press
the mouse button.
✎Some mouse functions, such as autoscrolling, may not work with all
software.
Refer to the Learning More About Your Computer guide contained on
the Documentation Library CD for information on customizing your
Mouse.
Using the Wireless Wheel Mouse
The wireless wheel mouse is available with select models. It has the
same features and functions as the scroll mouse with the addition of a
connect receiver box. Refer to the Getting Started guide included with
your computer for instructions on installing the batteries.
When using the wireless mouse:
■Replace the batteries approximately every six months. The
wireless mouse does not alert you when the batteries are low.
■For optimal performance, place the connect receiver box at least
8-inches/20-centimeters away from other electrical devices, such
as the computer, monitor or external storage equipment.
■Refer to the “Solving Minor Problems” section in your Getting
Started Guide if your wireless mouse does not function properly.