Compaq 307502-001 manual Getting Started

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Getting Started

Compaq Notebook Series

Document Part Number: 307502-001

October 2002

This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, begin using the notebook, identify hardware components, and contact Compaq if you need assistance.

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Contents Getting Started Page Using This Guide Style Explanation Keys Text StylesFollowing a Path Contents Index Setting Up the Hardware Setting Up the NotebookInserting a Battery Pack Opening the Notebook Connecting the Notebook to External Power Identifying the AC adapter light and the battery light Turning On the Notebook Setting Up the Software Turning Off the Notebook Protecting the Notebook from Power SurgesObtaining Ergonomic Safety Information Selecting Screen Settings Selecting Regional SettingsBeginning to Use the Notebook Obtaining Modem and Network Information Protecting the Notebook Against VirusesInstalling Optional Software Inserting the Documentation Library CD Using the Documentation Library CDAccessing the Documentation Library Menu For Information About These Topics Select This Guide Selecting a GuideFinding a Topic Within a Guide Contacting Compaq Using Compaq Help & SupportObtaining Support Telephone Numbers Preparing to Call Technical SupportTaking the Notebook to a Service Provider Display Hardware ComponentsDisplay Pointing Device and Speakers Pointing Device and SpeakersTop Power/Standby Light, Battery Light, and Vent Power/Standby Light, Battery Light and VentTop Top Panel Lights Panel LightsTop Power Controls Power ControlsTop Keys KeysRear Panel Connectors and Infrared Port Connectors and Infrared PortRear Panel Rear Panel Jacks, Fan, and Vent Jacks, Fan and VentLeft Side Left SideRight Side Volume Buttons and Audio Jacks Volume Buttons and Audio JacksRight Side Right Side Optical Drive and PC Card Slot Optical Drive and PC Card SlotUnderside Battery Bay and Hard Drive Bay Battery Bay and Hard Drive BayUnderside Underside Memory Compartment and Vent Memory Compartment and VentUnderside Labels LabelsAdditional Standard Components Software Restore and Documentation CDsAdditional Standard Components Cables and Cord Cables and CordAdditional Standard Components Adapters and Battery Pack Adapters and Battery PackIndex See also keys latches switch, displaySee also AC adapter adapter Compaq QuickRestore Hardware Guide 2-6 help Advanced Users Only guide Maintenance, Shipping Safety & Comfort Guide 2-6 screen resolution 2-1security Regulatory and SafetySoftware Guide 2-6 speakers, internal stereo 3-2 Standby 4Troubleshooting guideWorldwide Telephone