Compaq SRS4FXXXX-100 manual Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Disk

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Software

You may want to purchase and install additional software. Software can be installed from a CD, DVD, or diskette, and it can be downloaded from a Web site.

The installation process automatically begins when you insert the CD in the disc drive. If the installation process doesn’t automatically begin, refer to the documentation that came with the software. If no documentation exists, follow the procedure listed here to install software from a CD or diskette.

In the event of difficulties with the installation, contact the software manufacturer.

Tip

When selecting software for your computer, make sure the packaging states that it is compatible with your version of Microsoft Windows, your computer memory, processor, and available disk space.

Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Disk

1.Close all open programs, and follow the installation instructions for that software.

2.From the Windows desktop, click the Start button then click Control Panel.

3.Double-click the Add or Remove Programs icon. The

Add or Remove Programs window is displayed.

4.Click Add New Programs.

5.Click the CD or Floppy button.

6.Insert the CD or disk into the proper drive and click Next. Microsoft Windows begins the installation process.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

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Contents My Presario Getting Started Agency Series CM0902 Page Contents Speakers -12 Turning on the Speakers Welcome to the Web Glossary Index Introduction This ChapterUsing 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 CD-ROM, CD-RWWhat’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 Customizing the Internet Zone ButtonsAdjusting the Volume Assigning.the My Program ButtonPutting Your Computer into Stand By Resuming from Stand ByUnderstanding the System Status Lights Making Screen Selections Accessing Software and FilesScroll Mouse ScrollingAutoscrolling Speakers Turning on the SpeakersDiskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROM Using the Diskette DriveUsing the Hard Drive DVD-ROM,Press the Load/Eject ≤ 1 button to open the drive Removing a Disc from a Drive Playing an Audio CDPlaying a DVD-ROM Movie Point to Programs, and then Compaq WinDVDCreating Your Own CDs Using 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 Print Basics Digital Audio FilesUsing the Menu to Print Print BasicsDigital Audio Files Playing Digital Audio FilesGames Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Disk SoftwareInstalling Software Downloaded from the Internet Computer 5 Upgrades Internal Components Upgrading ComponentsAccessing Internal Computer Components Internal ComponentsUpgrading Components Upgrading Computer MemoryAdding Components Adding an Expansion or Option CardCompaq Support Preventative Care & Maintenance Need Some Help?Compaq Support Preventative Care Maintenance How to Access Help To store the User Backup, the computer Drives to their original factory settingsUser Backup User RestoreAudio CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Diskette Drive Display Monitor Internet Access Hard DriveKeyboard and Scroll Mouse Power MemoryGlossary Glossary MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Glossary USB port universal serial bus port Symbols IndexDVD-ROM MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Index Index MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Index Index