Using the Start Menu | Compaq 233789-371 manual

When you click the Start button, a menu is displayed that allows you to select tasks, such as:

➜Starting a programme

➜Finding or opening a document

➜Changing your computer settings

➜Shutting down the computer

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You should always turn off your computer by selecting Shut Down from the Start menu. If you shut off your computer before receiving the “It’s now safe to turn off your computer.” message, an error message is displayed the next time you turn on your computer.

The systray 4 contains icons for some of the system programmes that load automatically at startup. The system clock is also displayed on the systray.

Using the Start Menu

The following table lists some typical Start menu options and the function of each option. The available Start menu options vary by model.

Start Menu Options		Functions
	programmes	Displays a list of programmes available on
		your computer.

	Documents	Displays a recently accessed list of
		documents, which you can select to open
		again.

	Settings	Allows you to modify Windows desktop or
		computer settings.

	Search	Enables you to search for files or folders
		located on a drive that you specify.

	Help	Displays answers to your questions about
		Microsoft Windows.

	Run	Opens programmes and Web pages.

	Log Off	Logs off the current user so that a new user
		can log on.

	Shut Down	Shuts down or restarts your computer.

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Contents

My Presario Getting Started Compaq Presario First Edition February Part Number Page Contents Windows Basics Understanding the System Status Lights Welcome to the Web Common Tasks Glossary Index Introduction This Chapter Using My Presario-Getting Started Who Should Read This Guide? Symbols and Graphics Used Computer Illustrations and Features Where Can Find Information? Safety Safety and Comfort Using My Presario-Learning More CD How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM? Setting Up Your Computer What’s in Front? 5000 Series What’s in Back? 5000 Series What’s in Front? 3200 Series What’s in Back? 3200 Series Setting Up Your Computer 5000 Series Plug In and Go Setting Up Your Computer 3200 Series Setup, Login, and Passwords Setting up Microsoft Windows Setup Login,and Passwords Registration Registering with CompaqRegistering with Microsoft Registration Creating Your User Account Printer Setup Setting Up Your Printer 5000 Series Setting Up Your Printer 3200 Series Setting UP Your Computer Features of the Windows Desktop Help Windows 3 Basics Features Windows Desktop Viewing the Windows Desktop Using the Start Menu Accessing Online Help Help Using Your Computer Keyboard Basics Getting to Know the Standard Keyboard KeysMain keys Arrow keys Function keys Using CD/DVD Control Buttons Keyboard Buttons Using Internet Zone Buttons Using Quick Launch Web Buttons Help G and My programme D buttons Adjusting the Volume Assigning.the My programme Button Putting Your Computer to Sleep Waking Your Computer Sleep indicates the computer is in the sleep mode Mailindicates when you have e-mail waiting to be readProprietary Internet services such as AOL Numbers Making Screen Selections Accessing Software and FilesScroll Mouse Scrolling Autoscrolling Speakers Turning on the Speakers Diskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROM Using the Diskette Drive 5000 SeriesUsing the Diskette Drive 3200 Series DVD-ROM, Zip Drives Using the Hard Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 5000 Series Press the Load/Eject ≤ 1 button to open the drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 3200 Series Press the Load/Eject 1 button to open the drive door Removing a Disc from a Drive 5000 Series Removing a Disc from a Drive 3200 SeriesPlaying an Audio CD 5000 Series Playing an Audio CD 3200 Series Playing a DVD-ROM Movie Model may vary Using Regionalized DVDs Identifying Your Region Setting Creating Your Own CDs Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive Removing a Disk from the Zip Drive Using Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera Internet Video Camera Welcome to Web What Is the Internet? What Is a Hyperlink?Basic Concepts Connecting with AOL Internet Connection Searching the Web Using AOL Web Searches Setting Up Outlook Express E-mail MailTyping an E-mail Message Understanding E-mail Addresses Sending an E-mail Using Outlook Express Press the Instant E-mail ƒ button on the Internet keyboard Content Advisor Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail Messages Restricting Internet Content My Presario Web Site Checking Your Registration Common 6 Tasks Print Basics Digital Audio Files Using the Menu to Print Print Basics Games Playing Games on Your Computer Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Diskette Software Installing Software Downloaded from the Internet Common Tasks Computer 7 Upgrades Internal Components Upgrading Components Adding Components Accessing Internal Computer Components Internal Components Upgrading Components Upgrading the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM Drives Tip Upgrading Computer Memory Adding Components Adding the Optional Hard Drive MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Adding an Expansion or Option Card Type and number of expansion slots may vary by model Need Some Help? Helpful Hints Entering Bios Cmos Setup Helpful Hints QuickRestore Using the QuickRestore CD Compaq Support Audio CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Diskette Drive Diskette drive light stays on Problem persists, run the WindowsMaintenance Wizard to repair the drive Improperly inserted Display Monitor Hard Drive CommandsComputer, press the Reset button again Failed Drive Internet Access Keyboard and Scroll Mouse Memory Power Glossary Glossary MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Glossary USB port universal serial bus port Symbols Index CD-RW2-2, 4-12, 4-14, 7-3 diskette 2-2 MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Index Index Port 2-2 See also Internet