Compaq 272637-001 manual Taking the Notebook to a Service Provider

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Troubleshooting

To display the operating system version number and registration number:

In Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > System > General tab.

Brand and model of an optional printer.

Reports from any tests you have run in Compaq Diagnostics. For information about using Compaq Diagnostics to report configuration or diagnostic information, see the Software Guide, Chapter 4, “Setup Utilities and Diagnostics,” on the Documentation Library CD.

Taking the Notebook to a Service Provider

In addition to providing the items listed in the preceding section, “Preparing to Call Technical Support,” be sure to:

Delete all passwords or

Disclose all passwords to the service provider.

For information about using passwords, see the Software Guide, Chapter 2, “Security Management,” on the Documentation Library CD.

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Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Using This Guide Text Styles Style Explanation KeysPaths and Views Following a PathChoosing a View Mode Contents Index Setting Up the Notebook Setting Up the HardwareInstalling the Battery Pack Connecting the Notebook to External Power Opening the Notebook Turning On the Notebook Setting Up the Software Turning Off the NotebookUsing the Notebook Safely Getting Started Beginning to Use the Notebook Selecting Regional SettingsSelecting Screen Settings Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses Installing Optional Software Installing Software in Windows XP ProfessionalInstalling Software in Windows XP Home Accessing Notebook Documentation To insert the Documentation Library CDOpening the Documentation Library CD Displaying the Documentation Library MenuUsing the Documentation Library CD For Information About These Topics Select This GuideFinding a Topic Within a Guide Troubleshooting Quick Solutions Checklist Is the Notebook Receiving Power?Is the Notebook Turned On? Is the Notebook in Standby or Hibernation?Press ctrl+alt+delete Is the Notebook Overheated?Is the System Unresponsive? Are You Using All Available Documentation? Is an External Device Not Working?Is Software Functioning Abnormally? Contacting Compaq Preparing to Call Technical SupportTaking the Notebook to a Service Provider Display Components Identifying External HardwareDisplay Components Pointing Device Components Pointing Device ComponentsTop Components Power LightsTop Components Power Lights Keyboard and Drive Lights Top Components Keyboard and Drive LightsPower and Volume Controls Top Components Power and Volume ControlsEasy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys Top Components Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard KeysFn key Function and Keypad KeysTop Components Function and Keypad Keys Front Panel Components Front Panel ComponentsRear Panel Components ConnectorsRear Panel Components Connectors Vents and Jacks Rear Panel Components Vents and JacksLeft Side Components Left Side ComponentsRight Side Components Right Side ComponentsUnderside Components Memory and Mini PCI Compartments Underside ComponentsMemory and Mini PCI Compartments Labels Underside Components LabelsDocumentation and Restore CDs Additional Standard ComponentsCord and Cables Additional Standard Components Cord and CablesAdapters and Accessories Additional Standard Components Adapters and AccessoriesGetting Started Index Index-2 Getting Started Maintenance, Shipping and Travel Regulatory and Safety Notices Troubleshooting guide 2-8,4-15 turning off the notebook Index-6 Getting Started