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Getting Started

compaq notebook series

Document Part Number: 266551-003

April 2003

This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, begin using the notebook, troubleshoot problems, and contact Compaq if you need assistance. The last chapter introduces you to the exterior features of the notebook.

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HP 2897AP, 2899AP, 2898AP, 2895AP, 2892AP, 2893AP manual Getting Started, compaq notebook series, Document Part Number, April

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compaq notebook series Getting StartedDocument Part Number April2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P Warnings, Cautions and Notes Using This GuideStyle Text StylesExplanation keysFollowing a Path PathsChoosing a Path Using This Guide 1 Setting Up the Notebook Contents2 Beginning to Use the Notebook 4 Identifying Exterior Hardware 3 TroubleshootingDual Device Models Top Components Power Lights Keyboard and Drive Lights Power and Volume ControlsDocumentation and Restore CDs Cord and Cables IndexAdapters and Accessories Underside Components Memory and Mini PCI Compartments Bay Components266551-003.book Page x Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AM Getting StartedSetting Up the Hardware Setting Up the NotebookGetting Started 266551-003.book Page 1 Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AMInserting the battery pack Inserting the Battery PackGetting Started 266551-003.book Page 2 Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AMConnecting the Notebook to External Power Opening the notebook Opening the NotebookGetting Started 266551-003.book Page 4 Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AMIf the notebook does not turn on, refer in this guide to Chapter Turning On the NotebookTurning on the notebook Getting StartedSetting Up the Software Turning Off the Notebook Using the Notebook Safelyon the Documentation Library CD that is included with the product Selecting Screen Settings Selecting Regional SettingsBeginning to Use the Notebook Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses Installing Optional Software In Windows 2000 Professional, on the command line, type Inserting a CD Drive or a DVD Drive Accessing Notebook Documentation3. Open the Documentation Library CD Inserting the Documentation Library CD Displaying the Documentation Library Menu Opening the Documentation Library CDResponding to an Acrobat Reader Prompt Using the Documentation Library CD Selecting a GuideFinding a Topic Within a Guide Selecting a Guide, continuedGetting Started 2-10266551-003.book Page 10 Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AM 2. Refer on the Documentation Library CD to the Troubleshooting guide TroubleshootingTo solve a problem 1. Refer to the Quick Solutions Checklist, next in this chapterIs the Notebook Receiving Power? Quick Solutions ChecklistIs the Notebook in Standby or Hibernation? Is the Notebook Turned On?Identifying the power/standby light and the power button Is the System Unresponsive? Is the Notebook Overheated?1. Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then Is an External Device Not Working? Are You Using All Available Documentation?Is Software Functioning Abnormally? Preparing to Call Technical Support Contacting CompaqTaking the Notebook to a Service Provider Display Components Identifying Exterior HardwareDisplay Components Getting StartedTouchPad Models Pointing Device ComponentsPointing Device Components TouchPad Models Getting StartedPointing Device Components Dual Device Models Dual Device ModelsGetting Started Top Components Power LightsTop Components Power Lights Getting StartedTop Components Keyboard and Drive Lights Keyboard and Drive LightsGetting Started Top Components Power and Volume Controls Power and Volume ControlsGetting Started Top Components Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard Keys Easy Access Buttons and Keyboard KeysGetting Started Top Components Function and Keypad Keys Function and Keypad Keys2 Fn key Getting StartedFront Panel Components Front Panel ComponentsGetting Started 266551-003.book Page 9 Thursday, February 20, 2003 1133 AMRear Panel Components ConnectorsRear Panel Components Connectors 4-10Rear Panel Components Vent, Port and Jacks Vent, Port and Jacks4-11 Left Side Components Left Side Components4-12 Getting StartedRight Side Components Right Side Components4-13 Memory and Mini PCI Compartments Underside ComponentsUnderside Components Memory and Mini PCI Compartments 4-14Underside Components Bay Components Bay Components4-15 Underside Components Vent and Docking Components Vent and Docking Components4-16 Getting StartedUnderside Components Labels Labels4-17 Additional Standard Components Documentation and Restore CDsAdditional Standard Components Cord and Cables Cord and Cables4-19 Additional Standard Components Adapters and Accessories Adapters and Accessories4-20 Getting StartedIndex See also keys latches switch, displaySee also jack port cord, power See also CD drive optional hard drive 2-3 Documentation Library CDSee also drives Hardware Guide 2-8 HibernationModem Command Guidelines Advanced Users Only guide Maintenance, Shipping and TravelModem and Networking guide Index-5 Modem and Networking guideSoftware Guide 4-18 speakers, internal stereo 4-9 Standby Regulatory and Safety NoticesTravel guide 2-9 troubleshooting See also drives Worldwide Telephone Numbers