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Getting Started
Compaq Deskpro Family
of Personal Computers
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Getting Started
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of Personal Computers

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Getting Started
Compaq Deskpro Family of Personal Computers
Second Edition (September 1999)
First Edition (June 1999)
Part Number 120988-002
Compaq Computer Corporation

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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
The first time you turn on your computer, Microsoft Windows is
automatically installed for you. This takes approximately 5 to 15
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.
CAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT
TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE.
Turning off the computer during the installation process might
damage the software that runs the computer.
When the Welcome to Windows screen is displayed, the
Windows installation process is complete.

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Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
The first time you turn on your computer, Microsoft Windows
NT Workstation is automatically installed for you. This takes
approximately 30 minutes, depending on your system hardware
configuration. At the beginning of the installation process, you
may be prompted to 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.
CAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT
TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE.
Turning off the computer during the installation process might
damage the software that runs the computer.
When the Welcome to Windows screen is displayed, the
Windows installation process is complete.
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers for Windows NT
Workstation 4.0
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 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. This points the
operating system to the appropriate drivers and allows
installation of the hardware device.

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Converting to NTFS The hard drive included with a Windows NT 4.0 Workstation
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.
✎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.
If the computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, other means of
installation, such as a network share, will be needed.
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 original operating system and
Compaq software 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.
Method 1 (Recommended)
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.

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Method 2 (Manually Converting to NTFS)
Before you manually convert to NTFS, you must have the
following:
■ A bootable MS-DOS diskette (OSR2 or later) having IDE
CD support or network support and containing the following
MS-DOS utilities: FDISK, FORMAT, and XCOPY.
■ Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 installation CDs
and the Service Pack 4 CD, or appropriate network share.
■ Appropriate Compaq device drivers, located at
www.compaq.com.
1. Insert the bootable MS-DOS diskette into the diskette drive
and turn on or restart the computer.
2. At the MS-DOS Prompt, run FDISK and press Enter.
3. When prompted, select large drive support.
4. From the FDISK main menu, select “Delete partition or
logical DOS drive” (Option 3) and press Enter.
5. Select the appropriate option(s) to delete existing partitions
or logical drives. The order in which FDISK will allow
deletion is as follows:
A) Logical drives lowest drive letter first (d: … z:).
B) Extended partition(s)
C) Primary partition
D) Non-DOS partition(s) (at any time)
After completing steps 1-5, install the operating system as
described in the following section.

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Installing Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (CD Installation
ONLY)
CAUTION: For hard drives larger than 6.4 GB, the
Compaq
Restore
CD may be required if converting to NTFS. For network
installation, refer to the Microsoft Windows NT installation manual
or contact your authorized Compaq dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
1. After completing Method 2, steps 1-5, exit FDISK, remove
the diskette from the diskette drive, insert the Windows NT
Workstation 4.0 installation CD into the CD-ROM drive,
and restart the computer. The installation process begins
automatically.
2. Let Windows NT create the primary partition using the
maximum capacity of the hard drive.
3. When prompted, select NTFS to format the hard drive.
4. Read and follow all of the instructions on the screen to
complete installation of Windows NT.
5. After installation is complete, install any additional drivers
the system may require.
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.

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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 Deskpro system software. Along with the operating
system CD, the Compaq Restore CD enables you to restore the
original Deskpro 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
Deskpro Reference
Library
CD
Refer to the Compaq Deskpro 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.
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
Computer Features The Compaq Deskpro Family of Personal Computers includes
the following features that vary depending on the computer
model.
■ Intel Celeron or Pentium III processor
■ Intel 810, 810e, or 820 chipset with ITE 8889 PCI/ISA
bridge
■ Direct Rambus DRAM (RDRAM) or synchronous DRAM
(SDRAM) system memory
(Select models include error checking and correcting [ECC]
memory)
■ AGP graphics controller (embedded on select models)
■ Ultra ATA 66 hard drive or Wide Ultra2 SCSI hard drive
■ Compaq flexible ATX chassis, configurable either as a
desktop or minitower computer, including:
❏ four PCI expansion slots, one ISA expansion slot, and
one full-length “combination” slot for either a PCI or
an ISA expansion card (select models include an AGP
slot on the system board)
❏ five drive bays: one external 3.5-inch diskette drive
mounted with a drive adapter in a 5.25-inch, one-third
height bay; two external 5.25-inch, half-height bays for
optional drives; and two internal 3.5-inch, one-third
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■ Compaq small form factor (SFF) chassis including:
❏ one dedicated PCI expansion slot and one
“combination”slot for either a PCI or an ISA
expansion card (select models include an AGP slot on
the system board)
❏ three drive bays: one external 3.5-inch diskette drive
in a one-third height bay; one external 5.25-inch,
slimline bay for an optional drive; and one internal 3.5-
inch, one-third height bay for a hard drive
■ Compaq NLX desktop chassis including:
❏ two PCI expansion slots and two “combination”slots
for either a PCI or an ISA expansion card (select
models include an AGP slot on the system board)
❏ four drive bays: one external 3.5-inch diskette drive
mounted with a drive adapter in a 5.25-inch, one-third
height bay; two external 5.25-inch, half-height bays for
optional drives; and one internal 3.5-inch, one-third
height bay for a hard drive
■ Compaq NLX minitower chassis including:
❏ five PCI expansion slots and two ISA expansion slots
(select models include an AGP slot on the system
board)
❏ five drive bays: one external 3.5-inch diskette drive
mounted with a drive adapter in a 5.25-inch, one-third
height bay; three external 5.25-inch, half-height bays
for optional drives and one internal 3.5-inch, one-third
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■ DVD drive or IDE CD-ROM drive (available on select
models)
■ Embedded 16-bit full duplex audio featuring Compaq
PREMIER
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SOUND and an internal speaker
■ Network interface controller (NIC), with NIC-based alert
support, or embedded Compaq 10/100 TX PCI Intel WOL
UTP PCI Controller with Remote Wakeup support
(available on select models)
■ Wide Ultra2 SCSI controller (available on select models)
■ Intelligent Manageability, including Asset Tracking and
Security, Fault Notification and Recovery, and Software
Updating and Management
■ Software-controllable Smart Cover Lock or lock bracket
■ Microsoft Windows NT Version 4.0, Windows 95, or later
operating system
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
■ Compaq-supplied drivers and utilities
■ 120-watt continuous power supply or 200-watt surge-
tolerant continuous power supply, switch-selectable for 115
and 230 VAC operation
■ Compaq Enhanced keyboard, with Compaq Safety &
Comfort Guide
■ Compaq Deskpro Reference Library CD

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Compaq Deskpro EP
Series: Front Panel
Components
Desktop Configuration Front Panel Components
Minitower Configuration Front Panel Components

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1Power-On Light Turns on when power to the computer is turned on and
blinks (optional) in Energy Saver mode.
2Diskette Drive Activity Light Turns on when the diskette drive is reading or saving data.
3Diskette Eject Button Ejects a loaded diskette.
4Serial Number Unique serial number; needed when contacting Compaq
customer support.
5CD-ROM Eject Button Ejects a CD-ROM from the drive.
6CD-ROM Drive Busy Indicator Flashes when the drive is reading a CD-ROM.
7Headphone Volume Control Adjusts the volume of the CD-ROM drive.
8Stereo Headphone Jack Connects headphones to the CD-ROM drive.
9Dual-State Power Button Switches the computer between sleep and wakeup modes;
can be configured as an on/off button.
:Hard Drive Activity Light Turns on when the hard drive is reading or saving data.

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Compaq Deskpro EP
Series: Rear Panel
Components
Intel 810 and 810e Chipset–Based Rear Panel Components
Intel 820 Chipset–Based Rear Panel Components

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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.
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.
4Serial Connectors Connect serial devices, such as a serial mouse and
scanner.
5Keyboard Connector Connects the keyboard or the mouse.*
6Mouse Connector Connects the mouse or the keyboard.*
7Monitor Connector Connects a monitor.
8Headphone Connector Connects headphones.
9Line-Out Audio Connector Provides connection for externally powered speakers or for
audio recording.
:Serial Number Unique serial number; needed when contacting Compaq
customer support.
;Line-In Audio Connector Connects a device that supplies sound, such as a tape deck
or CD player.
<Microphone Connector Connects a microphone.
=Parallel Port Connector Connects a parallel device, such as a parallel printer.
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Compaq Deskpro EN
Series, Small Form
Factor: Front Panel
Components
1Dual-State Power Button Switches the computer between sleep and wakeup modes;
can be configured as an on/off button.
2Power-On Light Turns on when power to the computer is turned on and
blinks (optional) in Energy Saver mode.
3Diskette Drive Activity Light Turns on when the diskette drive is reading or saving data.
4Diskette Eject Button Ejects a loaded diskette.
5CD-ROM Eject Button Ejects a CD-ROM from the drive.
6CD-ROM Emergency Eject
Hole Allows you to eject a CD-ROM in the event of a power failure.
7Hard Drive Activity Light Turns on when the hard drive is reading or saving data.
8Microphone Connector Connects a microphone.
9Stereo Headphone Jack Connects headphones to the CD-ROM drive.
:Serial Number Unique serial number; needed when contacting Compaq
customer support.
!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.

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Compaq Deskpro EN
Series, Small Form
Factor: Rear Panel
Components
1Voltage Select Switch Switches voltage between 115V and 230V to match
geographical requirements.
2Ethernet RJ-45 Activity Lights Left light blinks yellow to indicate 100Mb speed; right
light blinks green to indicate network linking or activity.
3Power Cord Connector Connects the computer to an electrical power outlet.
4Serial Connector 1 Connects a serial device, such as a serial mouse or
scanner.
5Line-Out Audio Connector Provides connection for externally powered speakers
or for audio recording.
6Line-In Audio Connector Connects a device that supplies sound, such as a tape
deck or CD player
7Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connectors Plug and Play connectors connect the computer to any
USB peripheral while the computer is operating.
8Parallel Connector Connects a parallel device, such as a parallel printer.
9Ethernet RJ-45 Connector Connects the Ethernet network, using an RJ-45 cable.
:Serial Connector 2 Connects a serial device, such as a serial mouse or
scanner.
;Mouse Connector Connects the mouse or the keyboard.*
<Keyboard Connector Connects the keyboard or the mouse.*
=Monitor Connector Connects a monitor.
>Serial Number Unique serial number; needed when contacting
Compaq customer support.
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Compaq Deskpro EN
Series: Front Panel
Components
Desktop Front Panel Components
Minitower Front Panel Components

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1Diskette Drive Activity Light Turns on when the diskette drive is reading or saving data.
2Serial Number Unique serial number; needed when contacting Compaq
customer support.
3Stereo Headphone Jack Connects headphones to the CD-ROM drive.
4Headphone Volume Control Adjusts the volume of the CD-ROM drive.
5Diskette Eject Button Ejects a loaded diskette.
6CD-ROM Drive Tray Loads a CD-ROM into the drive.
7CD-ROM Drive Busy Indicator Flashes when the drive is reading a CD-ROM.
8CD-ROM Emergency Eject
Hole Allows you to eject a CD-ROM in the event of a power failure.
9CD-ROM Eject Button Ejects a CD-ROM from the drive.
:Dual-State Power Button Switches the computer between sleep and wakeup modes;
can be configured as an on/off button.
;Power-On Light Turns on when power to the computer is turned on and
blinks (optional) in Energy Saver mode.
<Hard Drive Activity Light Turns on when the hard drive is reading or saving data.