Compaq 4103TH manual Using the QuickRestore CD

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QuickRestore

CD

The QuickRestore CD can reinstall the software to the state it was in when you purchased the computer.

You also have the option of restoring your computer to the way it was when you performed the last User Backup.

Tip

User Backup creates USER.PQI files. These files are read-only—you cannot edit their contents.

Did you know ...

Everything added to the drive since the last User Backup will be lost after you perform a User Restore.

Using the QuickRestore CD

Restarting your computer with the QuickRestore CD in the drive displays the following menu:

➜The Emergency Diskette option creates an emergency diskette, which stores the software option information that came with your computer. This diskette is necessary if you ever need to restore your computer to the condition it was in when you first unpacked it.

➜The User Backup option creates a backup of the current Windows configuration and saves it on a separate partition on your hard drive. The backup is stored in USER. PQI files.

➜The User Restore option extracts the data in the USER.PQI files from the D drive and restores the desktop to the settings that existed at the time of your last User Backup.

➜The Factory Restore option restores the computer to its original factory condition. You may need to re-enter your factory registration information again, and you may be prompted to insert your emergency diskette.

➜The Exit option exits the QuickRestore CD.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

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Contents My Presario Getting Started Compaq Presario First Edition June Part Number Page Contents Speakers -12 Turning on the Speakers Creating Your Own CDs Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive Glossary Index Introduction Using My Presario-Getting Started Who Should Read This Guide?Symbols and Graphics Used Computer Illustrations and FeaturesWhere Can Find Information?Safety Safety and ComfortUsing My Presario-Learning More CD How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM?Using Your Computer What’s in Front? What’s in Back?Getting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys Keyboard BasicsMain keys Arrow keys Function keys Using CD/DVD Control Buttons Keyboard ButtonsUsing Internet Zone Buttons Using Quick Launch Web Buttons Help G and My Program D buttonsAdjusting the Volume Assigning.the My Program ButtonPutting Your Computer to Sleep Waking Your ComputerSleep indicates the computer is in the sleep mode Understanding the System Status LightsNumbers CursorAccessing Software and Files Scroll MouseMaking Screen Selections ScrollingAutoscrolling Speakers Turning on the SpeakersUsing the Diskette Drive Using the Hard DriveDiskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROM DVD-ROM, Zip DrivesInserting a CD into the CD-ROM, CD-RW, or Press the Load/Eject ≤ 1 button to open the driveRemoving a Disc from a Drive Playing an Audio CDPlaying a DVD-ROM Movie Point to Programs, and then Compaq WinDVDCreating Your Own CDs Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive Removing a Disk from the Zip DriveUsing Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera Internet Video CameraUsing Your Computer Welcome to Web What Is a Hyperlink? What Is the Internet?Basic Concepts Connecting with AOL Internet ConnectionSearching the Web Using AOL Web SearchesMail Setting Up Outlook Express E-mailTyping an E-mail Message Understanding E-mail Addresses Sending an E-mail Using Outlook Express Press the Instant E-mail ƒ button on the Internet keyboardContent Advisor Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail MessagesRestricting Internet Content Welcome to the WEB Common 4 Tasks Using the Menu to Print Print BasicsDigital Audio Files Playing Digital Audio FilesPlaying Preinstalled Games on Your Computer GamesInstalling Software from a CD, DVD, or Diskette SoftwareInstalling Software Downloaded from the Internet Need Some Help? Entering Bios Cmos Setup Helpful HintsQuickRestore Using the QuickRestore CDCompaq Support Audio CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Diskette Drive Problem persists, run the Windows Maintenance Wizard to repair the driveDiskette drive light stays on Diskette drive cannot read a disketteDisplay Monitor Commands Computer, press the Reset button againHard Drive Failed DriveInternet Access Keyboard and Scroll Mouse Memory Power Glossary Glossary MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Glossary USB port universal serial bus port Index DVD-ROM See also ISP 2-5 Internet Video Camera See also mouse See also Internet Index