Compaq 250029-001 manual Internal Components, Accessing Internal Computer Components 8000 Series

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Internal Components, cont.

Your 8000 Series computer is constructed with a removable side panel. This design makes accessing the internal parts easy.

Warning

Failure to disconnect the power from the computer may result in personal injury.

m Caution: Before working with the components inside the computer, you must ground yourself and the equipment to prevent damage to the parts from static electricity. To discharge any static buildup, touch a metal part of the computer chassis before touching any internal parts.

Accessing Internal Computer Components (8000 Series)

1.Remove any diskette or compact discs (CDs) from the computer.

2.To shut down your computer, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box is displayed. Select Turn Off to turn the computer off.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and computer.

4.Disconnect all peripheral device cables from the computer.

5.With the computer laying on it’s side, loosen the two thumb screws that secure the access panel to the computer chassis. Slide the access panel back about one inch, then lift it up and off the unit.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

COMPUTER UPGRADES 5-3

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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 FeaturesWhere Can Find Information? Warranty CertificateReplacing Parts 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 MouseScroll Mouse Wireless Making Screen SelectionsOpening Software and Files ScrollingScroll Mouse and Wireless Mouse, AutoscrollingUsing the Disk Drive Using the Hard DriveDisk Drive, Hard Drive, CD-ROM 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 ContentWelcome 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 AudioCD has been inserted upside Re-insert the CD with the label Down Facing upStores Or DVD-ROM driverDisk Drive Disk drive cannot save Floppy disk is write-protected Unlocked position on the diskExecuted Correct drive letterHard Drive Display Monitor Internet Access Power Keyboard Scroll Mouse Down using the keyboard Mouse does not respond to Program in use has stoppedMouse roller ball is dirty DetailsWireless Wheel Mouse Task Press the Help G button MemoryAt startup Help & Support Index INDEX-2 INDEX-3 INDEX-4