Compaq 250029-001 manual Games Digital Audio Files, Playing Games, Playing Digital Audio Files

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Games and

Digital Audio

Files

Your new Internet PC is not only a powerful tool for surfing the Internet and running software, it also allows you to play games.

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You should always use the same disc drive (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM) that you used to install a game when you play the game. If you experience problems installing or playing a game, contact the game manufacturer for assistance, or visit their Web site for updates.

Your computer can also play digital audio files, such as music downloaded from the Internet. You can download MP3 files and play them using the Windows Media Player software.

Playing Games

Your computer came with several Windows games preinstalled, and many more are available for purchase or by downloading them from the Internet. You can play games online with other players from all over the world.

Note: Before purchasing a game, check the computer requirements (listed on the outside of the game box) to make sure that your computer is configured correctly for the game you want to buy.

Playing Digital Audio Files

1.From the Windows desktop, click the Start button.

2.Point to All Programs and then select the Windows Media Player program. The Windows Media Player screen is displayed.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions for creating and playing a play list. For help with specific functions, press the F1 key or choose Help Topics from the Help menu.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

COMMON TASKS 4-3

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Contents My Presario Getting Started Important Service Information Regulatory Compliance Notices Telecommunications Device Approvals Page Contents CONTENTS-II Welcome to the Web Common Tasks CONTENTS-V CONTENTS-VI Introduction Symbols and Graphics Used Computer Illustrations and FeaturesReplacing Parts Where Can Find Information?Warranty Certificate Upgrading Your ComputerSafety Safety and ComfortUsing the My Presario-Learning More CD How Do I Find Information on the Learning More CD?Introduction Using Your Computer What’s in Back 5000 Series? Your Computer at a GlanceWhat’s in Front 5000 Series? What’s in Back 8000 Series? Your Computer at a Glance,What’s in Front 8000 Series? Main keys Arrow keys Function keys Numeric keys Keyboard BasicsGetting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys Using CD/DVD Control Buttons Keyboard ButtonsMaillaunches your e-mail application Using Internet Zone ButtonsKeyboard 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 BySystem Status Lights Understanding the System Status LightsUnderstanding the Smart Credit Card Internet Keyboard Using the Smart Credit Card FeatureSmart Credit Card Internet Keyboard Compaq Logitech Wireless Wheel Mouse Installing the Wireless Wheel MouseOpening Software and Files Scroll Mouse WirelessMaking Screen Selections ScrollingScroll Mouse and Wireless Mouse, AutoscrollingDisk Drive, Hard Drive, CD-ROM Using the Disk DriveUsing the Hard Drive DVD-ROM,Press the Load/Eject button 1 to close the drive Removing a Disc from a Drive Playing an Audio CDPlaying a DVD-ROM Movie Creating Your Own CDs Using Your Computer Welcome to 3 the Web Basic Concepts What Is the Internet?What Is a Hyperlink? Internet Connection Connecting with AOLSearching the Web Using AOL Typing an E-mail Message Setting Up Outlook Express E-mailMail Mail, Understanding E-mail AddressesSending an E-mail Using Outlook Express Sending an E-mail Using AOL Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail Messages Reading Your AOL E-mail MessagesContent Advisor Restricting Internet Content Welcome to the WEB Common 4 Tasks Using the Menu to Print Print BasicsPlaying Digital Audio Files Games Digital Audio FilesPlaying Games Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Disk SoftwareInstalling Software Downloaded from the Internet Software,Common Tasks Computer 5 Upgrades Accessing Internal Computer Components 5000 Series Internal ComponentsAccessing Internal Computer Components 8000 Series Internal Components,Upgrading Components Upgrading Computer MemoryAdding Components Adding an Expansion or Option CardComputer Upgrades Help Support Preventative Care Maintenance Online Service & Support Need access to drivers and product documentation?How to Access Help How to Access Help, Troubleshooting AudioStores CD has been inserted upside Re-insert the CD with the labelDown Facing up Or DVD-ROM driverDisk Drive Executed Disk drive cannot save Floppy disk is write-protectedUnlocked position on the disk Correct drive letterHard Drive Display Monitor Internet Access Power Keyboard Scroll Mouse Mouse roller ball is dirty Down using the keyboardMouse does not respond to Program in use has stopped DetailsWireless Wheel Mouse Task Press the Help G button MemoryAt startup Help & Support Index INDEX-2 INDEX-3 INDEX-4