Compaq Presario CQ40-100 Model

Wireless Setup Guide

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..." table on the computer according to the instructions included with the router. router manufacturer or your ISP for technical assistance. 6 Test the Internet connection by model. 3 Connect the wireless router according to the manufacturer's instructions. (During this setup. 2 Make sure that the blue wireless light next to the wireless icon is...

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. iii Some features may not be available on your computer.

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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Table of contents 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable ...2 Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter 3 Selecting a location setting ...4 Viewing the current location selection 4 Adding new locations when traveling 5 Solving travel connection problems 6 2 Connecting to a local area network Index ...9 v

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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... jacks, but they are not compatible with the modem. Connecting the internal analog modem to a digital line. In some countries, a country- 1 Using the modem (select models only) The modem must be connected to an analog telephone line using a 6-pin, RJ-11 modem cable (purchased separately).

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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Plug the modem cable into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2). 2 Chapter 1 Using the modem (select models only) Connecting a modem cable WARNING! To connect a modem cable into an RJ-45 (network) jack. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug a modem cable (purchased separately) or telephone cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack: 1.

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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Select Start > Control Panel. 2. Click Regional and Language Options. Your location is displayed under Location. 4 Chapter 1 Using the modem (select models only) Click Clock, Language, and Region. 3. Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection To view the current location setting for the modem, follow these steps: 1.

Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista

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... dialing mode supported by the telephone line in your current modem location setting, follow these steps: 1. Click Edit. 5. Click Modem. 6 Chapter 1 Using the modem (select models only) Tones indicate that the telephone line supports pulse dialing. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Hardware and Sound, and then click Phone and Modem...

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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... password 5 Entering a power-on password 5 3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing an optional security cable 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Locating the fingerprint reader ...11 Registering fingerprints ...12 Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 13 Index ...14 v

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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... Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Critical security updates ● Optional security cable ● Fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: Security solutions are designed to the computer Critical security updates from a variety of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security...

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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Insert the cable lock into the cable lock (2). 3. NOTE: The location of the security cable slot varies by computer model. 9 6 Installing an optional security cable NOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 1. Insert the key (1) into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock with the key. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2.

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: The location of the fingerprint reader varies by computer model. 10 Chapter 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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Locating the fingerprint reader 11 Both orientations require that is located in one of the following areas of your computer: ● Near the bottom of the TouchPad ● On the right side of the keyboard ● On the upper-right side of the display ● On the left side of the display Depending on your finger perpendicular to the metallic sensor. Locating the fingerprint reader The fingerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that you swipe your computer model, the fingerprint reader may be oriented horizontally or vertically.

Security - Window Vista and Windows 7

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..." page opens again, allowing you have registered using DigitalPersona Personal software, instead of the taskbar. 2. Repeat steps 5 through 9. 12 Chapter 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) If you do not want to register additional fingerprints. Read the welcome text, and then click Next. NOTE: If you register only one has...

Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7

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... the screen, press esc. 2. When the Startup Menu is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - NOTE: The fingerprint reader (select models only) cannot be used to access the Setup Utility. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for Startup Menu" message is displayed...

Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7

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... and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only).

Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7

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...test on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable the ...capacitive button tapping sound. Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state. NOTE: On models with two hard drives, this menu option is in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot...

Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista

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... notice This user guide describes features that are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Windows is subject to most models. The information contained herein is a U.S.

Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista

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... is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series or family. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on...

Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista

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...go to http://www.hp.com/support, and select your computer. Click Install now to step 6. 3. To do so, restart your specific product from the models listed. 4. Select your hard drive. If you may be able to your country or region. 2. When the list of the device. 4 Updating software...driver. or - After the file is displayed, click an updated driver to install. 7. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. NOTE: In some locations you want a specific...

Compaq Presario CQ40-100 Model - Notebook PC