Compaq Compaq Presario Manual

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Contents
CHAPTER 1
Using This Guide
Text Conventions...................................................................................................................1-1
Special Messages .................................................................................................................1-2
Locating Help........................................................................................................................1-2
Glossary ........................................................................................................................1-2
Index .............................................................................................................................1-2
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................1-2
Understanding Your Service and Support Options ..........................................................1-3
Comments about this Guide ..................................................................................................1-3
CHAPTER 2
Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC
Checking Your Connections...................................................................................................2-1
Front of Your Mobile Internet PC............................................................................................2-2
Using Your Keyboard to Access the Internet...........................................................................2-4
Internet Zone .................................................................................................................2-4
Reprogramming Your Internet Zone Buttons and Function Keys.............................................2-6
Disabling and Enabling the Internet Zone Buttons ..........................................................2-6
Left Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC ....................................................................................2-7
Right Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC ..................................................................................2-8
Back Panel of Your Mobile Internet PC...................................................................................2-9
Bottom of Your Mobile Internet PC.......................................................................................2-10
Inserting the Battery............................................................................................................2-11

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Removing the Battery ......................................................................................................... 2-12
Charging the Battery........................................................................................................... 2-13
Battery Charging Time................................................................................................. 2-13
Spare or Extra Batteries .............................................................................................. 2-13
Plugging In Your Computer to AC Power.............................................................................. 2-14
Unplugging the Computer from AC Power ........................................................................... 2-14
CHAPTER 3
Mobile Internet PC Features
Turning On Your Mobile Internet PC ...................................................................................... 3-1
Recovering from a Locked Program or System...................................................................... 3-1
Recovering from a Locked Program............................................................................... 3-1
Recovering from a Locked System ................................................................................ 3-2
Turning Off Your Mobile Internet PC Properly ........................................................................ 3-3
Standard Off Mode ........................................................................................................ 3-3
Full Off (Main Power Off) Mode...................................................................................... 3-3
Using the Numeric Keypad.................................................................................................... 3-4
Using the Scroll Button .........................................................................................................3-5
Understanding Your Computer’s Status Lights ...................................................................... 3-5
Using the Function Keys ....................................................................................................... 3-6
Adjusting the Volume............................................................................................................3-8
Adjusting the Volume Using Windows............................................................................ 3-8
CHAPTER 4
Learning About Your Modem
Performance Features .......................................................................................................... 4-1
Identifying Your Modem........................................................................................................ 4-1
56K ITU V.90 Standard.......................................................................................................... 4-2
Understanding Point-to-Point Connections............................................................................ 4-2

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CHAPTER 5
Upgrading Your Mobile Internet PC
Adding More Memory............................................................................................................5-1
Installing Memory Expansion Modules ...........................................................................5-1
What Are PC Cards? ..............................................................................................................5-3
PC Card Types ......................................................................................................................5-4
Inserting a PC Card ...............................................................................................................5-4
Removing a PC Card .............................................................................................................5-5
Compaq-Compatible PC Cards ..............................................................................................5-6
Using Network PC Cards .......................................................................................................5-6
PC Card Software..................................................................................................................5-7
Configuring PC Cards.....................................................................................................5-7
Vendor-Provided PC Card Software................................................................................5-8
Index

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Using This Guide 1-1
Chapter 1
Using This Guide
Thank you for buying a Compaq Mobile Internet PC. This Features Guide will help
you to familiarize yourself with the features of your Internet PC, as well as
information on how to upgrade your computer.
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the special text and messages
used throughout this guide.
Text Conventions
The examples below explain the specially formatted text used in this guide.
•Keyboard key names appear in bold type: Home, End, Backspace, Tab
•Keyboard keys that must be pressed at the same time to perform a task appear
in bold type with a plus (+) between the key names: Ctrl+Home
•Drives appear as capital letters: drive C
•Folder names appear with initial capital letters: Favorites
•File names appear in italics with an initial capital letter: Setup.exe
•Command line statements appear in lower case bold type: a:\install
•Names of icons appear in bold type followed by a picture of the icon:
My Computer Gicon
•Menu items appear in bold type: Programs, Accessories

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Special Messages
The following words and symbols have special meaning in this guide.
*HINT: Helpful hints that will make using your computer easier and faster.
+NOTE: Important information concerning the operation of your Internet PC.
`CAUTION: Failure to follow directions may result in equipment damage or loss of
data.
aWARNING: Failure to follow directions may result in bodily harm or loss of life.
Locating Help
Compaq provides you with several resources to help you learn about your Internet
PC. These resources include the following:
Glossary
Computer terms that may be unfamiliar to you are identified in the glossary.
Index
The index is a comprehensive list of the topics covered in this guide.
Troubleshooting
The Troubleshooting section shows how to fix many common computer-related
issues.

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Understanding Your Service and Support Options
Your Internet PC is equipped with several helpful programs that will aid you in
identifying and solving common computer problems.
If you need further technical support, visit the Compaq Web site at:
www.compaq.com
Compaq Technical Support telephone numbers are listed in the Limited Warranty
Statement.
+NOTE: Locate the model and serial numbers for your computer before you call
technical support. Write these numbers down for future use.
Comments about this Guide
Compaq Computer Corporation welcomes comments and suggestions you may
have concerning this guide. Send correspondence to the following address:
COMPAQ COMPUTER CORP
ATTN: DOCUMENTATION PROGRAM MANAGER
MAIL CODE 060504
20555 SH 249
HOUSTON TX 77070
+NOTE: This address is for comments and suggestions only. It is not for the purpose
of obtaining technical assistance.

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Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC 2-1
Chapter 2
Introducing Your Mobile Internet PC
Checking Your Connections
The following graphic illustrates your computer connections.
Your Computer Connections
Connections
1Modem Cable 3Battery
2AC Adapter

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Front of Your Mobile Internet PC
The following buttons, lights, and controls are located on the front of your computer:
Front of Your Computer
Front of Your Computer