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3.At the download area:

Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software

3.At the download area:

a.Write down the date, name, or other identifier of the SoftPaq you plan to download. (You may need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to the hard drive.)

b.Follow the online instructions to download the SoftPaq to the hard drive.

4.When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer. To open Windows Explorer from the Start button, select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer.

5.In the left pane of the Windows Explorer window, select My Computer > Local Disk (C:) or your hard drive designation > SWSetup.

The destination folder for most downloads from the http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport Web site is the SWSetup folder. If you don’t see the download in the SWSetup folder, look in the My Documents folder.

6.In the destination folder, select the name or number of the software package you have downloaded.

7.Select the file that includes an .exe extension—for example, Filename.exe. (The installation begins.)

8.To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen.

✎After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from the destination folder.

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Contents

Hardware and Software Guide Compaq Notebook SeriesDocument Part Number Hardware and Software Guide Compaq Notebook Series First Edition May Reference Number M2000 Document Part NumberContents 1 Hardware3 Power 2 TouchPad and KeyboardTouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components Using the TouchPad Setting TouchPad Preferences Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys4 Multimedia Disposing of a Used Battery PackConnecting an S-Video Device 5 Wireless Select Models Only 6 Security7 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 8 Software Updates and Recoveries and System SoftwareA Specifications IndexHardware Top ComponentsKeys ComponentComponent Descriptionfn key Combines with other keys to performTouchPad ComponentDescription Power Controls ComponentDescription Lights ComponentDescription Component DescriptionMute light Wireless Select Models Only and Volume Buttons Chapter 5, “Wireless SelectComponent DescriptionAntennae Select Models Only ComponentDescription Å Exposure to Radio FrequencyFront Components LightsComponent DescriptionSpeakers, Jacks and Display Release Button ComponentDescription Rear Components ComponentDescription Left-Side Components Ports and JacksComponent DescriptionPC Card Slot and Button ComponentDescription Right-Side Components ComponentDescription Component DescriptionBottom Components Mini PCI and Memory CompartmentsComponent DescriptionBays, Battery Latch and Vents ComponentDescription Additional Components HardwareComponent DescriptionOptical Discs Labels TouchPad and Keyboard TouchPadIdentifying TouchPad Components Using the TouchPad Setting TouchPad Preferences » Select Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware MouseAmong the preferences available in the TouchPad Properties window are Hotkeys Identifying HotkeysHotkey Quick Reference Default FunctionOpens default Internet browser Switches the image among displaysUsing Hotkey Procedures Using Hotkeys On the Internal KeyboardUsing Hotkeys on an External Keyboard Using Hotkey Commands Open Help and Support Center fn+f1Start Help and Support Open Print Window fn+f2 Open Internet Explorer fn+f3Switch Image fn+f4 Initiate Standby fn+f5 Initiate QuickLock fn+f6 Decrease Brightness fn+f7Increase Brightness fn+f8 Media Activity Hotkeys fn+f9 through fn+f12 Play, Pause or Resume an Audio CD or a DVD fn+f9Stop an Audio CD or a DVD fn+f10 Play Previous Track or Chapter of an Audio CD or a DVD fn+f11Keypads Display System Information fn+escUsing the Embedded Numeric Keypad Turning the Embedded Numeric Keypad On and Off Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys Using an External Numeric Keypad Turning Num Lock Mode On and Off As You WorkPower Power SourcesSelecting a Power Source Power Recommended Power SourceTask Hardware and Software GuideSwitching Between Battery and External Power 3. Select the Always show icon on the taskbar check boxPower Control and Light Locations fn+f5 Initiate standby hotkeyStandby, Hibernation and Shutdown Overviews StandbyHibernation Leaving Your Work Interference with Drive MediaStandby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures Turning the Notebook On or OffInitiating or Resuming from Standby ProcedureTask ResultInitiating or Restoring from Hibernation ProcedureTask ResultUsing Emergency Shutdown Procedures Power Preferences Using Power SchemesPrompting for a Standby Password Setting Other Power Preferences Battery Pack Charging a Battery PackMonitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack Obtaining Accurate Charge ReportsManaging Low-Battery Conditions Displaying Charge ReportsIdentifying Low-Battery Conditions Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Calibrating a Battery Pack When to CalibrateHow to Calibrate Charging the Battery PackDischarging the Battery Pack The system will not turn off a connected optional monitor Recharging the Battery Pack Conserving Battery Pack Power Conserving Power as You WorkReplacing a Battery Pack Selecting Power Conservation SettingsRemoving a Battery Pack To remove a battery pack 1. Turn the notebook upside down2. Slide the battery release latch 1 to release the battery pack 3. Tilt the battery pack 2 and pull it out of the battery bayInserting a Battery Pack Disposing of a Used Battery Pack Storing a Battery PackMultimedia Internal SpeakersVolume Controls Using the Audio-Out Headphone Jack External Audio DevicesUsing the Audio-In Microphone Jack Connecting an S-Video Device Select Models OnlyConnecting the Audio External Video DevicesConnecting the Video Select Models Only CD and DVD Procedures Displaying a Video ImageInserting or Removing a Disc To remove a disc while the notebook is turned off Using Media Activity Hotkeys Setting AutoPlay Preferences 1. Select Start My Computer3. Select Properties Protecting Playback Protecting a CD or DVD Write ProcessMultimedia Software Programs SW Setup Observing the Copyright WarningInstalling Software Changing DVD Region Settings Enabling AutoPlayUsing the Operating System Using WinDVDUsing Other DVD Software PropertiesWireless Select Models Only Wireless FeaturesWireless Controls 802.11 Wireless Devices Select Models Only Setting Up a WLAN in Your Home Connecting to a WLAN in Your Home Connecting to a Public WLAN Using Wireless Security FeaturesIdentifying an 802.11 Wireless Device Troubleshooting Devicesa. Select Start My Computer c. Select Properties Hardware tab Device Manager Network AdaptersBluetooth Wireless Devices Select Models Only Dial-up networking-Connects Bluetooth devices to the Internet Wireless Device Power States The 802.11 and Bluetooth wireless devices have 2 power states Enabled Turning On the Devices ThenTurning Off and Disabling the Devices ThenSecurity Features SecurityUse This Security Feature To Protect AgainstSecurity Cable.” Setup Utility and Windows Passwords QuickLockProtects access to computer contents when Coordinating Passwords Choosing a PasswordSetup Utility Administrator Password Setting an Administrator Password Entering an Administrator PasswordSetup Utility Power-On Password Setting a Power-On Password Entering a Power-On PasswordSetup Utility Device Security 2. Select Security Device Security, and then press enterAntivirus Software » Select Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus Help and Support1. Select Start Help and Support Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Firewall Software Optional Security Cable Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Connecting a Powered DeviceDevice Connections Connecting a USB Device Connecting a 1394 Device Select Models Only Connecting a Communication Device Digital Memory Cardsand Recoveries and System Software.” Using the Memory Reader Light Inserting a Digital Memory Card Removing a Digital Memory Card PC Cards Inserting a PC Card 2. Gently slide the card into the slot until the card is seatedStopping or Removing a PC Card Using the IDE Drive Light DrivesAdding a Drive to the System Caring for Drives Replacing the Internal Hard Drive 3. To remove the hard drive cover and expose the hard drive tab, lift the cover 1 upward and away from the notebook Hardware Upgrades and Replacements Hardware and Software Guide7-15 Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 6. Replace the hard drive covera. Place the cover over the hard drive bay 7. Tighten the 2 hard drive security screwsMemory Increasing MemoryRemoving or Inserting a Memory Module Hardware Upgrades and Replacements 6. Turn the notebook upside downHardware and Software Guide 7-198. Remove a memory module. To remove a memory module To insert a memory module 10. Tighten the 2 memory compartment screws Software Updates and Recoveries and System Software Software UpdatesPreparing for a Software Update Accessing Notebook Product InformationAccessing Notebook ROM Information Downloading and Installing an Update Downloading and Installing a ROM UpdateDownloading a ROM Update Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq Installing a ROM Update3. At the download area Software Recoveries Using System RestoreSetting a Restore Point 1. Select Start Help and Support System RestoreSetup Utility Repairing or Reinstalling SoftwareOpening the Setup Utility Restoring to a Restore PointChanging the Language of the Setup Utility Navigating and Selecting in the Setup UtilityDisplaying System Information Restoring Default Settings in the Setup Utility 2. Select Exit Load Setup Defaults, and then press f10Using Advanced Setup Utility Features Closing the Setup Utility Specifications Operating EnvironmentTemperature FactorRated Input Power Input PowerRating Expansion Port Input/Output Signals FeatureSupport Index Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page