Learning the basics | Compaq S0000 / 8000 specification

learning the basics

NOTE: To use your software, you must know how to use the mouse and keyboard. If necessary, see “using the mouse” on page 19 or see “using the keyboard” on page 21.

beginning to use your software

The operation of your PC is controlled by two kinds of software:

•The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your PC’s hardware, peripherals, and software applications.

•Software programs, such as a word processing program, which performs specific functions.

Information about using software and about the Microsoft Windows XP operating system is in the printed manuals and online Help. For Microsoft Windows, you can also press the Help button, labeled with a question mark icon on your keyboard (select models only), to open the built-in Help and Support Center. For help with specific software, refer to the onscreen Help within the program.

Software programs included with the PC may vary by model and by country/region.

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Compaq S0000 / 8000 manual Learning the basics, Beginning to use your software

Contents

User’s Guide User’s guide USA Table of contents Using the internet Taking care of your pc Index 111 Finding answers to commonly asked questions Safety information AC power outlet Setting up your pcPutting your pc together Safety and comfort 15˚ 50-70 cm 20-28 inches Pc back USB Connector Symbol Description Serial Connecting the modem Pc front Other ways to connect Setting up the ethernet connection Upgrading your 56k modem Turning on your pc for the first time Registering your pc Turning off the pc Standby mode Click Turn Off Computer Click Stand By Hibernation mode Automatic standby or hibernation Making recovery cds/dvds Installing software and hardware devices Learning the basics Beginning to use your software Using the start menu Using the desktopIcon Opens Use it to Using compaq organize software Learning to use your pc Using the all programs menu Organizing your all programs list Using the mouse Using pc help & tools Autoscrolling ScrollingPanning Changing mouse pointer speed Using the keyboardSwitching mouse button functions About your keyboard Internet keyboard Wireless keyboard set Standard keyboard Function keys Standard keyboard featuresAlphanumeric keys Edit keys Arrow keys Numeric keys Special keyboard buttons Keyboard indicatorsIcon Name Description Key Icon Feature Description Standby Take 10-30 seconds before screen reappears Media control keys CD/DVD/MP3 Key Icon Feature Description Adjusting the monitor Customizing the buttons Using a printer User’s guide Using the internet About the internet User’s guide Setting up your internet account User’s guide Using a browser Searching the internet Restricting internet content Sending and receiving e-mail If using outlook expressSending e-mail messages with outlook express If your isp provides the e-mail program Receiving e-mail messages with outlook express Help and support center Getting helpInstant support Getting messages Using compaq connectionsTurning off messages Re-enabling messages Resolving problemsWarranty & support guide Upgrading and servicing the pc Web sites about your pc Online guidesMicrosoft windows xp operating system Using speakers Working with sound, pictures, and video Adjusting speaker volume Connecting a multi-channel speaker system to your pc Configuring the multi-channel sound manager Configuring multi-channel audio output for the dvd player Using a microphone Adjusting microphone volume Using the microphone with multi-channel audio Special note about the safely remove hardware utility Working with digital imagesAbout the 7-in-1 memory card reader Card Slot Reader Slot memory card reader Using the 7-in-1 memory card readerCard Insert Into 4-slot reader Your drive options Using your cd, dvd, and diskette drivesHandling cds/dvds Drive What it does Inserting and removing cds and dvds Using the combo drive Playing cds and dvds Using the diskette floppy drivePlaying music cds with musicmatch jukebox Playing cds and dvds with windows media player Playing dvd movies with the intervideo windvd player Dvd terms Click InterVideo WinDVD Using country/region codes Creating burning cds with recordnow Getting started with recordnow Creating a music cd Creating burning music cds with windows media player Creating a data cd Creating burning data cds using windows xp program Creating burning dvds using the dvd writer drive Connecting to a tv set Using a tv as a monitorCables you may need User’s guide Viewing the pc image on your tv screen Disconnecting the tv Disabling the tv option Using virus protection programs Protecting your pc from power surgesTaking care of your pc Increasing available hard disk drive space Unavailable hard disk drive space Emptying the recycle bin Uninstalling programsViewing the amount of used and free disk space Cleaning up your hard disk drive Removing desktop icons Troubleshooting Audio Cd-rom, cd-rw, dvd-rom, or dvd writer drive Diskette floppy drive select models only Display monitor Hard disk drive Hardware installationEnd Task Click Start and choose Control Panel Internet accessHardware tab Keyboard and mouse Memory Click Turn Off Computer Power Miscellaneous User’s guide Using application recovery and system recovery Using application recovery and system recovery User’s guide Using application recovery and system recovery Creating recovery cds/dvds Using recovery cd-dvd creator To run the recovery cd-dvd creator program Using the recovery tools cd System restore Application recovery To start system restore System recovery Starting system recovery if the pc is responding System recovery using recovery discs Starting system recovery if the pc is not respondingStarting system recovery using recovery discs To run system recovery program using recovery discs Preparing the pc Upgrading and servicing the pcSeries model and S0000 series model Disconnecting the power cord Removing the pc access panel on the S0000 series model Removing the pc access panel on the 8000 series Removing the front bezel from the S0000 series Removing or upgrading a drive Removing the front bezel from the 8000 series Removing a drive Disconnecting the optical drive cablesLocating drive positions Drive positions on the S0000/8000 series S0000 shown User’s guide Removing a drive from the S0000 series Removing an optical or diskette drive from the 8000 series Removing a hard disk drive from the 8000 series Replacing or adding a drive To replace or add a drive User’s guide Reassembling the diskette adapter Replacing the diskette drive adapter on the 8000 series Upgrading or replacing memoryRemoving a memory module Locating the memory module Removing a memory module Replacing or adding a memory moduleOpening the latches on the memory module socket Removing or installing an expansion card Installing a memory module To remove an expansion card Removing an expansion card on the S0000/8000 S0000 shown To install an expansion card Replacing the expansion bracket cover on the S0000 series Replacing the front bezel on the S0000 series Reassembling the pcReplacing the front bezel on the 8000 series Reconnecting the power cable on the S0000/8000 S0000 shown Upgrading and servicing the pc User’s guide Index CD/DVD DVD Index Receiving e-mails, 39 recording volume, adjusting Messages, 42 telephone numbers User’s guide