HP Compaq Presario User manual

Important Service Information
For the fastest path to the right answers, go to www.compaq.com/consumersupport.
At this site you will find online services to assist with your hardware and software related questions, issues,
and product needs.
Compaq offers the following online services for your Presario product:
• Drivers & Updates - find original drivers, latest updates, and software fixes for your Presario desktop or
mobile product
• Compaq Customer Communities - where users ranging from novices to technical experts collaborate to
share knowledge, information, and assistance
• Ask.Compaq - search the Compaq frequently asked question and answer database
• E-mail a Support Specialist - escalate your request for product service online to a qualified Compaq
support specialist
When escalating a service event online, it is important to include the following information in your inquiry.
Please take a moment to write down the following information for your future reference.
•ProductName:
• Model Name:
• Serial Number:
• Date of Purchase:
Notice
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All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
The information in this publication is subject to change without notice and is provided "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY
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SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES
FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION), EVEN
IF COMPAQ HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE FOREGOING SHALL APPLY
REGARDLESS OF THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OF EITHER PARTY AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER
SUCH LIABILITY SOUNDS IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LEGAL
LIABILITY, AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.
The limited warranties for Compaq products are exclusively set forth in the documentation accompanying such
products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting a further or additional warranty.
Compaq Presario
First Edition (May 2001)
Part Number 233700-001
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C
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Symbols and Graphics Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Computer Illustrations and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Where Can I Find Information? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-
Warranty Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-
Replacing Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-
Upgrading Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Safety and Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Using the My Presario—Learning More CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Your Computer at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
What’s in Front? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
What’s in Back? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Keyboard Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-
Getting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-
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Keyboard Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Using CD/DVD Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Using Internet Zone Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Customizing the Internet Zone Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Using Quick Launch Web Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Assigning the My Program Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Putting Your Computer to Sleep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Waking Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
System Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Understanding the System Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Smart Credit Card Internet Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Understanding the Smart Credit Card Internet Keyboard . . . . . . 2-11
Using the Smart Credit Card Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Compaq/Logitech™ Wireless Wheel Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Installing the Wireless Wheel Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Scroll Mouse and Wireless Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Making Screen Selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Opening Software and Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Autoscrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Turning on the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
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Disk, Hard Drive, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R Drives . . . . . . 2-16
Using the Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Using the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Inserting a CD into the CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM,
or DVD-R Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Removing a Disc from a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Playing an Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Playing a DVD-ROM Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Creating Your Own CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Internet Video Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Using the Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Chapter 3 Welcome to the Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Basic Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -2
What Is the Internet? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -2
What Is a Hyperlink? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -2
Compaq Connection Helper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -
Setting the Internet Buttons to AOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -
Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -4
Connecting with AOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -4
Searching the Web Using AOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -4
E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -5
Setting Up Outlook Express E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -5
Typing an E-mail Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -5
Understanding E-mail Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -6
Sending an E-mail Using Outlook Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -7
Sending an E-mail Using AOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -8
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Content Advisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -9
Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -9
Reading Your AOL E-mail Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -9
Restricting Internet Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -10
Chapter 4 Common Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Print Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using the Menu to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Games and Digital Audio Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-
Playing Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-
Playing Digital Audio Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Installing Software Downloaded from the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Chapter Computer Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -1
Internal Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Accessing Internal Computer Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Upgrading Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-
Upgrading the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM Drives . . . . . . . . . 5-
Upgrading Computer Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Adding Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Adding the Optional Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Adding an Expansion or Option Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
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Chapter 6 Need Some Help? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Helpful Hints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Recovery CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-
Using the Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-
Compaq Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Display (Monitor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Keyboard and Scroll Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Wireless Wheel Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index-1
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Introduction
Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq Internet PC, you
have joined the worldwide community of Presario computer
users. Once your computer is set up and connected to the Internet,
you can explore vast regions of information, entertainment, and
online services.
This guide is designed to help you:
➜Get acquainted with computer features you’ll want to try
during the first few days or weeks.
➜Keep your computer running smoothly by using the tools on
your computer.
➜Solve problems if they occur.
In This Chapter
Symbols and Graphics
Used, 1-2
Where Can I Find
Information?, 1-
Safety, 1-4
How Do I Find Information
on the CD-ROM?, 1-5
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The following words and symbols have special meaning in this
guide and in the CD documentation:
Failure to follow directions may
result in bodily harm or loss of
life.
Understanding the background
or concept may help you solve a
problem.
Helpful hints make using your
computer easier and faster.
Another document or another
page in this document has
related information.
mCaution: Failure to follow directions may result in damage to
equipment or loss of data.
Computer Illustrations and Features
The computer illustrations shown and the features described in
this guide may differ slightly from your Compaq Presario
Internet PC.
Symbols and
Graphics Used
Warnings and cautions are
displayed to protect you
from injury, your equipment
from damage, and your files
from data loss.
Warning
Did you know ...
Tip
See also ...
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Warranty Certificate
The warranty details Compaq’s commitment to repair or replace
parts during the warranty period and lists important Compaq
telephone numbers. In the event of a mechanical problem, contact
Compaq, not the retailer who sold you the computer.
Keep the warranty in a safe place for future reference.
Replacing Parts
The Easy Access design of your Internet PC allows you to access
internal components—in most cases, without using any tools.
The My Presario—Learning More CD describes procedures for
upgrading and replacing computer components. If you experience
a problem and are unable to resolve the issue after referring to
this guide and the My Presario—Learning More CD, contact
Technical Support. If a replacement part is needed, the technician
will send the replacement part with illustrated instructions for
removing the factory-installed part and replacing it.
Upgrading Your Computer
Expand your Presario performance with upgrades like memory
and additional peripherals, such as a digital camera and a printer.
To learn more, visit the online store at:
www.compaq.com/athome
Where Can
I Find
Information?
Information is available in
several forms: printed
documents, electronic
documents on the CD that
came with your computer,
and the Compaq Web site.
Use this guide as your first
point of reference, and then
refer to the following
documents:
➜Quick Set-Up poster
➜Safety and Comfort
flyer
➜Warranty Certificate
➜My Presario—Learning
More CD
➜Presario Newsletter
➜Getting Started:
Microsoft Windows
manual
Did you know ...
The Compaq Web site is
available worldwide. As you
explore the Internet, go to
the following address for
information about products,
services, and exciting
activities:
www.compaq.com
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Safety and Comfort
The My Presario—Learning More CD contains Safety and
Comfort information on how to:
➜Set up your work area for maximum comfort.
➜Practice good posture, hand position, work habits, and health
habits while using your computer.
➜Use a grounding plug to prevent electrical shorts, shocks, or
fires.
➜Use a surge protector to regulate the flow of electricity to the
computer, modem, and all peripherals, such as a printer,
speakers, and monitor.
➜Become static-free before removing the side panel.
Safety
Your computer is an
electrical device. Treat it
with care to avoid personal
injury and damage to the
equipment.
Warning
To reduce the risk of electric
shock and damage to the
equipment, read the Safety and
Comfort guide on the My
Presario—Learning More CD
before performing any
procedures involving the
internal components of your
computer.
Did you know ...
For added protection during an
electrical storm, perform a
shutdown, then disconnect your
computer (and all peripherals)
from the power source (wall
outlet). After shutting down
your computer, unplug the
surge protector(s) from the
power source.
Don’t forget to plug your surge
protector(s) back in after the
storm has passed.
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Using the My Presario—Learning More CD
1. Insert the My Presario—
Learning More CD into the
CD-ROM drive. The CD
will run automatically and
the Startup screen will
appear.
Note: If the CD does not run
automatically, click the Start
button, select Run, and type
E:autorun.exe (where E
represents the letter of your
CD-ROM drive).
2. Hover the cursor over
Presario QuickTour and
click a subtopic to view the
multimedia Presario
QuickTour, or click the
Online Documentation
hyperlink to access the My
Presario—Learning More
guide and the Safety &
Comfort guide.
3. On the Online
Documentation page,
hover your cursor over
a topic to see a list of
subtopics.
4. Click on a topic or
subtopic to view its
contents.
How Do I Find
Information on
the CD-ROM?
The My Presario—Learning
More CD has information
on the following topics:
➜Advanced features of
your computer
➜Solving computer
problems
➜Safety and comfort
➜Compaq service and
support
➜Upgrading your
computer
➜Government regulatory
information
Did you know ...
Electronic documents often
have hyperlinks to help you
find information quickly. When
you pass the cursor over a
hyperlink, a small hand Sis
displayed. When you click a
hyperlink, it jumps to the
referenced page. Hyperlinks
are represented by navigation
buttons, colored text, and
images.
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Using Your
Computer
In this chapter, you learn about the following exciting,
easy-to-use features of your computer:
➜Computer: Become familiar
with all the components on
the front and back of your
computer.
➜Keyboard: Learn about all
the keyboard’s capabilities,
including one-button access
to the Internet!
➜Scroll Mouse: See how easy it is to use the scroll mouse and
learn shortcuts to save time.
➜Speakers: Enjoy the experience of high-quality sound on
your computer.
➜Hard Drive, CD-ROM, and DVD-ROM Drives: Use the
various drives to listen to your favorite CDs or watch movies.
➜Internet Video Camera: Understand the many capabilities
of an Internet video camera.
Note: Illustrations and features shown may differ slightly from those of
your Computer.
In This Chapter
Your Computer at a Glance,
2-2
Keyboard Basics, 2-
Keyboard Buttons, 2-4
System Status Lights, 2-10
Smart Credit Card Internet
Keyboard, 2-11
Compaq/LogitechTM Wireless
Wheel Mouse, 2-12
Scroll Mouse and Wireless
Mouse, 2-1
Speakers, 2-15
Disk, Hard Drive, CD-ROM,
CD-RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R
Drives, 2-16
Internet Video Camera, 2-21
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What’s in Front?
1CD-ROM, CD-RW, or
DVD-ROM drive
2Disk drive
3CD storage for storing five
CDs
4Two USB connectors for
connecting USB devices
(varies by model)—ports
for connecting peripheral
devices, such as gamepads,
joysticks, and video cameras
5Power button
What’s in Back?
1Power port
2PS/2 mouse port; PS/2
keyboard port
3USB ports for connecting an
Internet keyboard or other
USB devices
4Serial port for connecting a
serial peripheral device
5Parallel port for connecting a
peripheral device, such as a
printer
6Audio speaker ports
7Microphone port
8TV out plug
9Modem port for connecting
to a phone link
-Ethernet port for connecting
to an Ethernet network
(if equipped)
;Monitor port
Your Computer
at a Glance
Before you begin, you’ll
want to become familiar
with the components of your
Compaq Presario.
Tip
Some components have
color-coded connectors that
match the ports on the back of
your computer.
Note: Connectors may
vary by model.
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Getting to Know the Standard
Keyboard Keys
Some keys have special functions when used alone or combined
with other keys. These functions vary depending on the program
you are using.
Note: Style of keyboard may vary.
Keyboard
Basics
The standard keys perform
the following functions:
1Main keys are the
typewriter-style keys.
2Function keys are the
F1 through F12 keys.
Two of these keys are
active even without a
program running. F1
enables you to get help
on Windows-related
topics. F3 enables you
to search for files or
folders.
3Arrow keys can be
used for games and to
navigate through a
document or Web site.
These keys allow you
to move left, right, up,
and down, using the
keyboard instead of
the mouse.
4Numeric keys work like
a calculator keypad.
1Main keys 3Arrow keys
2Function keys 4Numeric keys
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The keyboard buttons are shown in the following illustration.
They are discussed in detail on the following pages.
Using CD/DVD Control Buttons
Note: Buttons may vary by model.
Keyboard
Buttons
The keyboard buttons make
it easier and faster to get on
the Internet, use your
favorite software, or listen to
your favorite CD. You might
even want to watch a movie
or send an e-mail.
The CD/DVD control
buttons provide a quick and
easy way to play a CD or a
DVD movie at the touch of a
button. The buttons can also
be used to control MP3 files
played through Windows
Media Player.
Many CDs begin playing
automatically when inserted
into the drive. Refer to
Playing an Audio CD in this
chapter to play a CD.
See also ...
Refer to Adjusting the Volume
in this chapter to adjust the
volume when playing a CD or
a DVD.
1CD/DVD Control Buttons 5Volume/Mute Buttons
2Internet Zone Buttons 6Sleep Button
3Quick Launch Help Button 7LED Status Lights
4Quick Launch My
Program Button
1Play/Pause starts or stops
a CD, DVD, or MP3
temporarily.
4Stop ends the CD, DVD, or
MP3 play, rewind, and fast
forward functions.
2Rewind/Previous Track
skips to the previous track.
5Eject/Load ejects or loads
the CD or DVD.
3Fast Forward/Next Track
skips to the next track.
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Using Internet Zone Buttons
Note: Button functions may vary by model and by region.
Keyboard
Buttons, cont.
With the press of a keyboard
button, you can get on the
Internet fast, read your
e-mail, or check out the
latest in entertainment.
Depending on which
Internet Service Provider
(ISP) you have, the default
options provided by the
Internet Zone buttons may
vary.
Did you know ...
Until you set up your Internet
Service Provider (ISP), each
Internet button takes you to a
window that guides you
through the ISP set-up process.
No. Description
1Search accesses a Web site that helps you to locate news and
information on the Internet. Search for topics including news
and information, shopping, images, music, and video.
2Activity launches your favorite Internet Zone activity. The
default brings you to your Community center, a vibrant online
community experience with chat sessions, discussion boards,
clubs, home pages, photo albums, and more.
Note: On the Smart Credit Card Internet keyboard, the Activity
button is replaced by the Smart Credit Card button. Refer to the
“Smart Credit Card Internet Keyboard”section for details.
3E-mail launches your e-mail application.
4Instant Internet provides your daily starting point to the
Internet. It connects you to a customizable Web page filled with
local weather, news, sports, and financial information.
5My Presario is your instant connection to Compaq for getting
the most out of your computer and the Internet. Learn about the
top Internet Zones, or venture into your favorite Activity Centers,
and get creative using the Web.
6Retail/Affinity Central provides an instant connection to your
computer store and a variety of leading consumer companies.
7Entertainment is your online scoop for the world of
entertainment, featuring music downloads, streaming video,
Web casts, entertainment news, and reviews.
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Customizing the Internet Zone Buttons
1. From the Windows desktop, click the Start button.
2. Point to Settings and then click Control Panel. The Control
Panel window is displayed.
3. Double-click the Easy Access Buttons ÿicon. A dialog
box is displayed asking you to press the Easy Access button
you would like to program.
4. Press the Internet button you would like to program.
This takes you to a Web site that provides instructions for
reassigning the Internet button.
Keyboard
Buttons, cont.
Some Internet buttons have
a default function, and
others can be assigned a
function such as calling up
your favorite Internet page
or reading your e-mail. After
being assigned a function,
these buttons can be
reassigned to a different
function.
1Search 5My Presario
2Activity 6Retail/Affinity Central
3E-mail 7Entertainment
4Instant Internet
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