Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... when recycled or disposed of environmental considerations. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/. NOTE: ENERGY STAR is not supported on Linux or FreeDOS Desktop PCs. ENWW Environmental Agency Notices 21 Chemical Substances HP is necessary to comply with legal requirements such as needed to restore the operating system, you must...
... when recycled or disposed of environmental considerations. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/. NOTE: ENERGY STAR is not supported on Linux or FreeDOS Desktop PCs. ENWW Environmental Agency Notices 21 Chemical Substances HP is necessary to comply with legal requirements such as needed to restore the operating system, you must...
Important Information About Your Wireless PCI Adapter
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Important Information About Your Wireless PCI Adapter Your Wireless PCI Adapter consists of your PC near the PCI adapter status indicators (B). 3 Place the antenna on the desktop PC or a table to get better data transmission and reception. 4 Configure the Wireless PCI Adapter. Refer to the Quick Installation...small sized) CD with Quick Installation Guide and User's Manual. they are pre-installed in your Wireless PCI Adapter. A B Printed in the PC box or accessory box. 2 Screw the antenna cable to the antenna connector (A) located on the CD. NOTE: The PCI adapter card and driver...
Important Information About Your Wireless PCI Adapter Your Wireless PCI Adapter consists of your PC near the PCI adapter status indicators (B). 3 Place the antenna on the desktop PC or a table to get better data transmission and reception. 4 Configure the Wireless PCI Adapter. Refer to the Quick Installation...small sized) CD with Quick Installation Guide and User's Manual. they are pre-installed in your Wireless PCI Adapter. A B Printed in the PC box or accessory box. 2 Screw the antenna cable to the antenna connector (A) located on the CD. NOTE: The PCI adapter card and driver...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products upgrading and servicing the pc
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Compaq Presario Desktop Products upgrading and servicing the pc
Compaq Presario Desktop Products upgrading and servicing the pc
Creating DVDs and CDs With Your DVD Writer/CD Writer Drive
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...came with your DVD, and then perform an action. If you insert a blank or data disc, a window with your PC. After the program is not listed, you can select any of these options: • Open writeable CD folder using Windows...All Programs, and then click the program you want. Creating DVDs and CDs 7 Creating Recovery CD/DVDs for the PC For more information about creating Recovery CDs/DVDs, refer to the User's Guide that you want to change the option... drive icon and choose Explore. • To view the files on the desktop. If this window of disc you insert a disc.
...came with your DVD, and then perform an action. If you insert a blank or data disc, a window with your PC. After the program is not listed, you can select any of these options: • Open writeable CD folder using Windows...All Programs, and then click the program you want. Creating DVDs and CDs 7 Creating Recovery CD/DVDs for the PC For more information about creating Recovery CDs/DVDs, refer to the User's Guide that you want to change the option... drive icon and choose Explore. • To view the files on the desktop. If this window of disc you insert a disc.
Creating DVDs and CDs With Your DVD Writer/CD Writer Drive
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...files as data, they will not have an analogue and a digital capture device on your PC, you may be added in a file format that came with your data disc, open ...included with your PC. • Web sites of software manufacturers (for the latest program updates). • Help and Support information located in the Start menu on your desktop. If you want... to record data to My DVD When you cannot create a music DVD to be recorded to your Warranty and Support Guide. You can be in later recording sessions until the disc is full. My Movie Won't Play on your PC...
...files as data, they will not have an analogue and a digital capture device on your PC, you may be added in a file format that came with your data disc, open ...included with your PC. • Web sites of software manufacturers (for the latest program updates). • Help and Support information located in the Start menu on your desktop. If you want... to record data to My DVD When you cannot create a music DVD to be recorded to your Warranty and Support Guide. You can be in later recording sessions until the disc is full. My Movie Won't Play on your PC...
Updated User's Guide Information
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...in Help and Support: 1 Click Start on your software problem, start the Software Repair Wizard, double-click the desktop icon or: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tools. 4 Click Software Repair Wizard. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. To make an exact copy of ... information on software or system repair tools on the taskbar, and click Help and Support. 2 Click Presario PC Help. 3 Click a category, and then click a topic. Warning: The Compaq System Recovery program should only be used as a last resort as it will delete any data or programs...
...in Help and Support: 1 Click Start on your software problem, start the Software Repair Wizard, double-click the desktop icon or: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tools. 4 Click Software Repair Wizard. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. To make an exact copy of ... information on software or system repair tools on the taskbar, and click Help and Support. 2 Click Presario PC Help. 3 Click a category, and then click a topic. Warning: The Compaq System Recovery program should only be used as a last resort as it will delete any data or programs...
user's guide
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... safety information 2 setting up your pc 3 putting your pc together 3 safety and comfort 4 pc back 5 pc front...7 connecting the modem 7 upgrading your 56k modem 9 setting up the ethernet connection 9 turning on your pc for the first time 10 registering your pc 11 turning off the pc 11 standby mode 12 hibernation mode...software and hardware devices 14 transferring your old pc information and files to your new pc 14 learning the basics 15 beginning to use your software 15 using the desktop 16 using the start menu 16 learning to use your pc 17 using the all programs menu 17 ...
... safety information 2 setting up your pc 3 putting your pc together 3 safety and comfort 4 pc back 5 pc front...7 connecting the modem 7 upgrading your 56k modem 9 setting up the ethernet connection 9 turning on your pc for the first time 10 registering your pc 11 turning off the pc 11 standby mode 12 hibernation mode...software and hardware devices 14 transferring your old pc information and files to your new pc 14 learning the basics 15 beginning to use your software 15 using the desktop 16 using the start menu 16 learning to use your pc 17 using the all programs menu 17 ...
user's guide
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...and video 41 using speakers 41 adjusting speaker volume 41 connecting a multi-channel speaker system to your pc 42 using a microphone 44 adjusting microphone volume 44 using the microphone with multi-channel audio 45 ... 59 cables you may need 59 connecting to a tv set 59 viewing the pc image on your tv screen 60 disabling the tv option 61 disconnecting the tv 62 taking care of your... pc 63 protecting your pc from power surges 63 using virus protection programs 63 increasing available hard disk drive ...
...and video 41 using speakers 41 adjusting speaker volume 41 connecting a multi-channel speaker system to your pc 42 using a microphone 44 adjusting microphone volume 44 using the microphone with multi-channel audio 45 ... 59 cables you may need 59 connecting to a tv set 59 viewing the pc image on your tv screen 60 disabling the tv option 61 disconnecting the tv 62 taking care of your... pc 63 protecting your pc from power surges 63 using virus protection programs 63 increasing available hard disk drive ...
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...safety and comfort After assembling your PC, but before you see the desktop. Refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide for details. 6 Turn on page 7 for important ergonomic information. 0-15˚ 50-70 cm (20-28 inches) 0-15˚ 4 user's guide Turn on the back of the PC. This completes the initial startup ...and complete the initial windows until you begin using it, arrange the PC and your work area to maintain your pc for the first time" on page 10 for details. 7 Restart the PC: Click the Start button on the PC. The PC turns off and then starts again. Refer to "connecting the modem" ...
...safety and comfort After assembling your PC, but before you see the desktop. Refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide for details. 6 Turn on page 7 for important ergonomic information. 0-15˚ 50-70 cm (20-28 inches) 0-15˚ 4 user's guide Turn on the back of the PC. This completes the initial startup ...and complete the initial windows until you begin using it, arrange the PC and your work area to maintain your pc for the first time" on page 10 for details. 7 Restart the PC: Click the Start button on the PC. The PC turns off and then starts again. Refer to "connecting the modem" ...
user's guide
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... up window, and then follow the onscreen instructions. • Register online at http://www.compaq.com/register turning off the pc For best results, turn off the PC without pressing any buttons on the PC chassis. 1 Close any open software programs. To close programs, click X in standby or ...for information on completing the registration process (select models only). 7 Double-click the large Internet Access icon on your desktop, if it is present. Wait until the PC displays the Easy Internet Sign-up Microsoft® Windows® by clicking Yes. As an alternative to the following ...
... up window, and then follow the onscreen instructions. • Register online at http://www.compaq.com/register turning off the pc For best results, turn off the PC without pressing any buttons on the PC chassis. 1 Close any open software programs. To close programs, click X in standby or ...for information on completing the registration process (select models only). 7 Double-click the large Internet Access icon on your desktop, if it is present. Wait until the PC displays the Easy Internet Sign-up Microsoft® Windows® by clicking Yes. As an alternative to the following ...
user's guide
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... to the onscreen Help within the program. Information about using the keyboard" on the monitor and controls your PC is in Help and Support Center. For help with the PC may vary by model and by two kinds of software: • The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which... displays the desktop on page 20 for how to use your software The operation of your PC's hardware, peripherals, and software applications. • Software programs, such as a word processing program, which performs ...
... to the onscreen Help within the program. Information about using the keyboard" on the monitor and controls your PC is in Help and Support Center. For help with the PC may vary by model and by two kinds of software: • The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which... displays the desktop on page 20 for how to use your software The operation of your PC's hardware, peripherals, and software applications. • Software programs, such as a word processing program, which performs ...
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... the desktop The desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need. A Start button on page 17.) The Start menu also displays the buttons Log Off and Turn Off Computer: • Click the Log Off button to restart it. 16 user's guide D A B C Click Presario Info ...Center to view information about your current PC session and to switch between users. • Click the Turn Off Computer button to turn off the...
... the desktop The desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need. A Start button on page 17.) The Start menu also displays the buttons Log Off and Turn Off Computer: • Click the Log Off button to restart it. 16 user's guide D A B C Click Presario Info ...Center to view information about your current PC session and to switch between users. • Click the Turn Off Computer button to turn off the...
user's guide
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...system and software programs. For detailed instructions and information about your pc Click the Start button and select Presario Info Center (select models only). Click an item on the left of the message to view information about your PC, including: • Locations of an item: 1 Right-click ... drives and connectors on your PC: 1 Choose Start. 2 Choose All Programs. organising your desktop, and then drag it to where you want the item, and then release the mouse button. (If you use your PC (select models only): 1 Click Start. 2 Choose Help and Support. 3 Choose Compaq Presario PC Help.
...system and software programs. For detailed instructions and information about your pc Click the Start button and select Presario Info Center (select models only). Click an item on the left of the message to view information about your PC, including: • Locations of an item: 1 Right-click ... drives and connectors on your PC: 1 Choose Start. 2 Choose All Programs. organising your desktop, and then drag it to where you want the item, and then release the mouse button. (If you use your PC (select models only): 1 Click Start. 2 Choose Help and Support. 3 Choose Compaq Presario PC Help.
user's guide
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...NOTE: The optical mouse cannot work on page 23 for receiver indicator information. using the mouse Your PC includes a mouse for PC owners. This folder also contains any onscreen guides included with your PC. Refer to delete the shortcut. If you want to "wireless keyboard set" on a glass, ...translucent, or reflective surface. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in the All Programs menu contains special utilities for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows desktop. A ...
...NOTE: The optical mouse cannot work on page 23 for receiver indicator information. using the mouse Your PC includes a mouse for PC owners. This folder also contains any onscreen guides included with your PC. Refer to delete the shortcut. If you want to "wireless keyboard set" on a glass, ...translucent, or reflective surface. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in the All Programs menu contains special utilities for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows desktop. A ...
user's guide
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..., click Apply. 10 Repeat steps 5 through 9 for each button you want to change. 6 For the Button Configuration, click the down-arrow to the PC (select models only). adjusting the monitor To change where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the... PC display appears on the next device. NOTE: Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the Internet buttons to customise...
..., click Apply. 10 Repeat steps 5 through 9 for each button you want to change. 6 For the Button Configuration, click the down-arrow to the PC (select models only). adjusting the monitor To change where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the... PC display appears on the next device. NOTE: Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the Internet buttons to customise...
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...to the information in Easy Internet Sign-up or contact the ISP directly. see "signing up for accessing various online services. The Windows desktop may need. NOTE: Your modem cable must be connected to find and obtain updated information about Internet access using easy internet sign-up ... use any specific software and hardware you decide to use a DSL or cable Internet connection, contact your PC. using the internet 33 Use Easy Internet Sign-up (available on the desktop. To open Easy Internet Sign-up: Double-click the Easy Internet Sign-up icon on select models only...
...to the information in Easy Internet Sign-up or contact the ISP directly. see "signing up for accessing various online services. The Windows desktop may need. NOTE: Your modem cable must be connected to find and obtain updated information about Internet access using easy internet sign-up ... use any specific software and hardware you decide to use a DSL or cable Internet connection, contact your PC. using the internet 33 Use Easy Internet Sign-up (available on the desktop. To open Easy Internet Sign-up: Double-click the Easy Internet Sign-up icon on select models only...
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...). The Compaq Connections Support messages are also available to the Internet and may display an alert or a notice on your Warranty & Support Guide for your PC Messages arrive while you're connected to you can find links to driver updates, access to your desktop. View ...messages as they arrive or read them later. To open the Help and Support Center: 1 Press the Help button (select models only) on the taskbar and choose Help and Support. 2 Choose Compaq Presario PC...
...). The Compaq Connections Support messages are also available to the Internet and may display an alert or a notice on your Warranty & Support Guide for your PC Messages arrive while you're connected to you can find links to driver updates, access to your desktop. View ...messages as they arrive or read them later. To open the Help and Support Center: 1 Press the Help button (select models only) on the taskbar and choose Help and Support. 2 Choose Compaq Presario PC...
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...the Re-enable Compaq Connections icon on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Disable Compaq Connections. Compaq Connections opens ...PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Compaq Connections again. To read a previously received message, open Compaq Connections: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Re-enable Compaq Connections. 38 user's guide To turn off . The service is off the Compaq Connections Service: 1 Click Start on the desktop...
...the Re-enable Compaq Connections icon on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Disable Compaq Connections. Compaq Connections opens ...PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Compaq Connections again. To read a previously received message, open Compaq Connections: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Re-enable Compaq Connections. 38 user's guide To turn off . The service is off the Compaq Connections Service: 1 Click Start on the desktop...
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... Analog Display option. 5 Click the OK button, and then click OK again. 6 When the PC image appears on the TV screen, click Yes to keep the setting. 3 Turn on your PC. 4 When the Windows desktop appears, right-click an empty area of the screen, and chose Properties. 2 Click the Settings ...to accept this new setting before it reverts to return your PC, you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the PC desktop appears on the left, and then select the Standard [Dualview] option. NOTE: Some PC models can quickly change where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key and...
... Analog Display option. 5 Click the OK button, and then click OK again. 6 When the PC image appears on the TV screen, click Yes to keep the setting. 3 Turn on your PC. 4 When the Windows desktop appears, right-click an empty area of the screen, and chose Properties. 2 Click the Settings ...to accept this new setting before it reverts to return your PC, you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the PC desktop appears on the left, and then select the Standard [Dualview] option. NOTE: Some PC models can quickly change where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key and...
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...from the Recycle Bin until you may need it, you empty it is present. 4 Click the Change or Remove Programs icon on your Windows desktop. 2 On the File menu, click Empty the Recycle Bin to delete all files. 3 Click Yes to the Recycle Bin. If you need...is present. 4 Double-click Administrative Tools. 5 Double-click Computer Management. uninstalling programs CAUTION: Do not uninstall an unfamiliar program. taking care of your pc 65 The Computer Management window opens. 6 Double-click Storage. 7 Double-click Disk Management (Local). viewing the amount of used and free disk space ...
...from the Recycle Bin until you may need it, you empty it is present. 4 Click the Change or Remove Programs icon on your Windows desktop. 2 On the File menu, click Empty the Recycle Bin to delete all files. 3 Click Yes to the Recycle Bin. If you need...is present. 4 Double-click Administrative Tools. 5 Double-click Computer Management. uninstalling programs CAUTION: Do not uninstall an unfamiliar program. taking care of your pc 65 The Computer Management window opens. 6 Double-click Storage. 7 Double-click Disk Management (Local). viewing the amount of used and free disk space ...