Compaq 800 manual Right Panel, Components on Right Side, Air Vent, IR Port

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Right Panel

Take a look at the right side of your Notebook. This is where the AC adapter connector and IR port

are located.

Components on Right Side

1 Air Vent

3 AC Adapter Connector

2IR Port

PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE

YOUR NOTEBOOK AT A GLANCE 2-7

800 SERIES

 

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Contents Presario Presario Mobile Internet PC Page Contents Using Your Notebook Common Tasks Let’s Go Surfing Caring for Your Battery Glossary Index Introduction Beyond Setup Guide Where Can Find Information?Printed Documents Warranty Certificate Safety and Comfort GuidePresario Operating System Manual Graphics Symbols and GraphicsSymbols € CautionDisconnecting Your Notebook from the Power Source SafetyProtecting Your Notebook During an Electrical Storm Series Your At a Glance Components on Front TouchPad Power Button Speakers DisplayFront Your Presario Microphone Scroll Button KeyboardInternet Zone Buttons and Lights Lower Front PanelNetwork Status Light Digital Audio Button Hard Disk Light My Presario To play MP3 musicFinancial information MoreFunction Keys Diskette, CD, DVD, or CD-RW Drive for Left Side Left PanelComponents on Left Side USB PortAir Vent Right PanelComponents on Right Side IR PortComponents on Back Back PanelExternal Monitor VGA Port Components on Underside Battery Microsoft COA Battery StopperUnderside Serial NumberSeries Using Your Notebook Do’s Power OnPlugging and Unplugging AC Power Don’tsPower Button Functionality Why Use AC Power When I’ve Got a Battery?Turning Your Notebook On and Off Using Battery Power Connecting and Removing the BatteryOptimizing Processor Speed Charging the BatteryUse Left-Click Using the TouchPad Instead of a MouseTouchPad Right-ClickTapping and Double-Tapping Properties dialog boxEdge Motion Changing Resolution Display OptionsAdjusting Brightness Internet Zone Buttons Reprogramming the Internet Zone ButtonsStorage Drives Identifying Your Storage DrivesConnecting the Diskette Drive Using the Diskette DriveInserting and Ejecting a Diskette Feature Using the ModemUsing the LAN Infrared Feature Connecting an IR DeviceSetting the Password Using the Security SlotPower-On Password SecurityRemoving the Password Press the Enter key on the Enter new Power-On password line Series Common Tasks Using Anti-Virus Software Anti-Virus SoftwareRecognizing a Computer Virus Removing a VirusSoftware and Hardware Installing Software from a CD or DisketteAdding and Removing Software Installing a Downloaded Program File Attaching Hardware Devices Select Specify a location Series Using the CD or DVD Drive CD or DVD Drive Connecting the CD or DVD DriveInserting a Disc Removing a Disc Manually Ejecting a Disc Audio CDs and Video Discs Disabling the Self-Starting FeaturePlaying Audio CDs Series DVDs Playing Non-DVD Video DiscsUsing the DVD Player On-Screen Controls Button Title Description + Volume 3D Audio Mute ClosePlayer Minimize ¹ HelpChange Setting the Play Features Drive region?Using Regionalized DVDs Identifying Your Region SettingSelecting Your Region Setting Showing and Hiding the DVD Panel Video Display OptionsZooming the View CD-RW Basics Installing Adaptec Easy CD CreatorEasy CD Creator and Direct CD Take Two Using Adaptec Easy CD Creator Creating Audio CDsCreating Data CDs DirectCD Jewel Case CreatorPreventing Buffer Underrun Errors CD CopierAccessing Easy CD Creator User Information Series Let’s Go Surfing What is the Internet? Basic ConceptsWhat is the World Wide Web? World Wide WebWeb Sites and Web Pages Web ServersInternet Address URL Internet Service Provider ISPSurfing the Web ModemSearch Engine MailUsing Microsoft Internet Explorer What is a Browser?Browsers See also Search Engines Choosing a Search EngineUsing a Search Engine Searching on the Web Accessing Files from the Internet Caring for Your Battery Storing the Battery Battery CareUsing the Battery Checking Battery PowerRecycling the Battery Battery Calibration Calibrating the BatteryFrom Running on Batteries column Battery Charging Time Maximizing Battery Operating TimePurchasing Spare or Extra Batteries Fixing a Low-Battery Condition Connect the AC AdapterReplace the Drained Battery with a Charged One Suspend Your WorkUnderstanding Power Management Power ManagementWhat is Power Management? Saving EnergyStarting and Ending Power Modes Service Cleaning Your Notebook’s Exterior Preventive MaintenanceCleaning the Keyboard Cleaning the Display Screen Cleaning the TouchPadCaring for Your Presario Notebook Backup Utilities Using Backup DevicesUsing ScanDisk Hard Disk ErrorsUsing Disk Cleanup Deleting Stored Files Defragmenting Your Hard DiskChecking the Hard Disk Space Hard Disk Space ManagementDeleting Unnecessary Files Using the Recycle Bin Service Solutions Finding Solutions Quickly Basic SolutionsHelpful Hints Frequently Asked Questions General QuestionsHow can I change the display settings on my Notebook? Display QuestionsMy display monitor is blank. What should I do? Questions about SoundThere is no sound coming from my Notebook. What’s wrong? Questions about Movies Questions about UpgradesQuestions about Peripherals Error Messages Receive hard disk error messages. What is wrong?Presario Mobile Internet PC Beyond Setup Guide Solution Tables Audio and VideoPower » light is Flashing Video or Display Symptom Problem SolutionIs enabled With the TouchPad Switch between the LCDBattery and Power Low Battery Beep, or a CD is Battery Symptom Problem Solution Cont’dReplace the battery Playing Not beep Alarm does not Interrupt play toTo back Your Notebook Battery is fully Power Symptom Problem SolutionBeen pressed Power plug is not Discharged or Not installed Insert a charged batteryVerify that the program is TouchPad Down the Power » buttonLocked up Certified by MicrosoftMass-Storage Abort, Retry Double-click DriveFollowing steps My Computer g iconDiskette Your informationWrite-protected Use another diskette orDrive failed When the operation isOperation restores Is displayed Operating system Diskette driveGame and Internet Call again On the receiverMessages and try your ISP connection is Connect to your ISPKeyboard and TouchPad To select Shut Down Keyboard and TouchPad Symptom Problem Solution Cont’dYour keyboard Use the arrow keys toAdjustment Need adjustment Start button and point To SettingsSet up to interpret Double-click MouseMemory and PC Card Glossary See peripheralGLOSSARY-2 Desktop See Windows desktop Directory See folderDSL digital subscriber line See secure Web siteFloppy disk See diskette Html hypertext markup language Internet Explorer See MicrosoftLink See hyperlink GLOSSARY-8 See hyperlink See browserGLOSSARY-10 See microprocessor GLOSSARY-12 See right-click Taskbar See Windows taskbarVideo phone See Internet phone Web See World Wide WebWindows Explorer a file management GLOSSARY-16 Index Power 2-2, 2-3, 2-6 INDEX-3 INDEX-4 Button 2-2 Audio 9-15, 9-19, 9-21, 9-24 CD INDEX-7 INDEX-8
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800 specifications

The Compaq 800 series was a line of personal computers that gained prominence in the 1990s, recognized for its robust performance and reliability. Designed primarily for business and professional users, the Compaq 800 series was built to meet the demands of a rapidly changing technological landscape.

One of the standout features of the Compaq 800 series was its powerful Intel processors. The series often came equipped with Intel Pentium processors, allowing users to perform multitasking efficiently and run demanding applications. The dependable processing power appealed particularly to corporate environments where performance and speed were crucial.

In terms of memory, the Compaq 800 series supported significant expansion capabilities, often accommodating up to 64MB of RAM in its earlier configurations and even more in later models. This made it suitable for running memory-intensive applications, a requirement for many businesses engaging in data processing, graphic design, and other resource-heavy tasks.

Storage was another strong emphasis of the Compaq 800 models. These computers typically featured a generous hard drive capacity, which allowed for ample data storage. Some configurations included options for larger capacity drives, catering to industries that handled significant amounts of information, such as finance and design.

Networking capabilities were integrated into the design, providing built-in Ethernet ports that facilitated seamless connectivity in office environments. This feature made it easier for users to connect to local area networks (LANs), enhancing productivity and collaboration among team members.

The Compaq 800 series also paid attention to user experience through its ergonomic design, incorporating comfortable keyboards and responsive mice. The systems supported various peripherals, expanding their versatility, and aiding in the transition to a more connected digital workspace.

With advancements in graphics technology, the Compaq 800 included options for enhanced graphics cards, enabling better visuals for applications and video playback. This was an essential characteristic for design professionals and anyone working in media-related fields.

Overall, the Compaq 800 series embodied the need for powerful, adaptable, and user-friendly computers in a corporate setting. Its combination of reliable processing power, expansive memory options, built-in networking, and ergonomic design aligned perfectly with the demands of the professional user, solidifying the series as a reputable choice in the landscape of personal computing during its peak years. The legacy of the Compaq 800 series continues to influence modern PC designs, reflecting the foundational technologies that shaped today’s computers.