Compaq SRS4FXXXX-100 manual Introduction, This Chapter

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Introduction

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In This Chapter

Who Should Read This Guide?, 1-2

Symbols and Graphics Used, 1-3

Where Can I Find Information?, 1-4

Safety, 1-5

How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM?, 1-6

Congratulations! As the owner of a new Compaq Internet PC, you have joined the world-wide community of Presario computer users. Once your computer is set-up and connected to the Internet, you can explore vast regions of information, entertainment, and online services.

This guide is designed to help you:

➜Get acquainted with computer features you’ll want to try during the first few days or weeks.

➜Keep your computer running smoothly with the tools on your computer.

➜Solve problems if they occur.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

INTRODUCTION 1-1

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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 ?Main keys Arrow keys Function keys Keyboard BasicsGetting to Know the Standard Keyboard 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 Accessing 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,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 Basic Concepts What Is the Internet?What Is a Hyperlink? Connecting with AOL Internet ConnectionSearching the Web Using AOL Web SearchesTyping an E-mail Message Setting Up Outlook Express E-mailMail 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 Drives to their original factory settings User BackupTo store the User Backup, the computer 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