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X1065AP, X1020US, X1027AP, X1021AP, X1026AP manual Specifications, Startup and Reference Guide-Part
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Specification
Install
Maintenance
Displaying the Current Country Configuration
Connecting the Notebook to External Power
Solving Travel Connection Problems
Setting Up the Hardware
Hotkey Commands
Hotkey Procedures
Adjusting Volume
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Specifications
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Contents
Document Part Number
Startup and Reference Guide
Compaq Notebook Series
June
6 Multimedia 7 Communications 8 Hardware Options and Upgrades
Contents
1 Startup 2 Hardware 3 Keyboard 4 Power 5 Drives and Drive Media
9 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities A Specifications Index
Part
Startup
Setting Up the Hardware
Inserting a Battery Pack
2. Slide the display release latch 1 as you raise the display
Opening the Notebook
To open the notebook
Opening the notebook
Connecting the Notebook to External Power
Charging a New Battery Pack
Identifying the battery light
Turning On the Notebook
Setting Up the Software
Installing Basic Software
Installing Optional Software
Setting Regional and Display Preferences
Turning Off the Notebook
Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges
Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses
Using the Notebook Safely
Part Reference
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Contents
Hardware
Display
Display
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TouchPad
Top TouchPad
Keys and Antenna
Top Keys and Antenna
Fn key
Power Controls
Top Power Controls
Lights
Top Lights
Audio Buttons and Speakers
Top Audio Buttons and Speakers
Front Panel
Front Panel
Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel
Provides airflow to cool internal components
Vent
Rear Panel Vent
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Left Side
Left Side
Right Side
Right Side
Underside
Bays and Memory Compartment
Underside Bays and Memory Compartment
Docking Connector and Vents
Underside Docking Connector and Vent
Labels
Additional Standard Components
Cables and Cord
Additional Standard Components Cables and Cord
Adapters and Battery Pack
Additional Standard Components Adapters and Battery Pack
Restoration and Documentation CDs
For Information About These Topics Select This Guide
TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components Using the TouchPad
Keyboard
Contents
Setting TouchPad Preferences Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys
Identifying TouchPad components
TouchPad
Identifying TouchPad Components
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Using the TouchPad
Setting TouchPad Preferences
Hotkeys
Identifying Hotkeys
Default Function
Hotkey Procedures
Hotkey Quick Reference
Hotkeys
Open Help and Support Window Fn+F1
Hotkey Commands
Switch Image Fn+F4
Open Internet Explorer Fn+F3
Increase Brightness Fn+F8
Initiate QuickLock Fn+F6
Decrease Brightness Fn+F7
Play, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F9
Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F11
Keypad
Stop an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F10
Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F12
Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys
Turning the Keypad On and Off
Keyboard
3-10
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Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown
Power
Contents
Identifying the Battery and Power/Standby
Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown
Standby
Hibernation
Shutdown
Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown
Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures
Identifying Power Controls and Indicators
Procedure
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off
Task
Task
Initiating or Resuming from Standby
Procedure
Result
Task
Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation
Procedure
Result
Setting Power Control Preferences
Identifying the battery and power/standby lights
Using Battery Power
Identifying the Battery and Power/Standby Lights
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Switching Between Battery and External Power
Charging a Battery Pack
Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack
Obtaining Accurate Charge Information
Displaying Charge Information
Managing Low-Battery Conditions
Identifying Low-Battery Conditions
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
How to Calibrate
Calibrating a Battery Pack
When to Calibrate
Charging the Battery Pack
The monitor will not turn off automatically
Storing a Battery Pack
Recharging the Battery Pack
Battery Conservation Settings and Procedures
Replacing a Battery Pack
Recycling or Disposing of a Used Battery Pack
Power
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Drives and Drive Media
Contents
Read
Understanding Drive and Drive Media Terms
Optical Drive
Write
Caring for Drives and Drive Media
Using the IDE Drive Light
Adding a Drive to the System
Identifying the IDE drive light
Inserting or Removing a Disc
Inserting a Disc
Removing a Disc With Power
Removing a disc from the optical drive when power is available
Removing a Disc Without Power
Removing a disc from the optical drive when power is not available
Displaying Media Contents
Playing a Disc
Protecting Playback
Observing the Copyright Warning
Setting the Boot Order
Replacing the Internal Hard Drive
5. Turn the notebook underside up
6. Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws
Removing the hard drive retaining screws
Removing an internal hard drive from the hard drive bay
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Inserting an internal hard drive into the hard drive bay
Replacing the hard drive retaining screw
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Adjusting Volume Using the Internal Speakers
Multimedia
Contents
Connecting an Audio Device Connecting an S-Video Device
Adjusting Volume
Using the Internal Speakers
Connecting an Audio Device
Identifying the internal speakers
The notebook has 2 audio jacks
Connecting an S-Video Device
Connecting the Audio
Connecting the Video
Turning a Video Device On and Off
Changing the Color Television Format
Using WinDVD
Using Multimedia Software
Using Windows Media Player
Playing a DVD or Video CD
Managing DVD Region Settings
Using Easy CD Creator
Understanding Easy CD Creator Features
Preparing to Use Easy CD Creator
Choosing Recording Media
Responding to the UDF Prompt
Selecting Easy CD Creator Settings
Formatting Recording Media
To select Disk-at-once settings
Modem Connecting the Modem Using the Modem While Traveling
Communications
Contents
Internationally Accessing Communication Software
Modem
Connecting the Modem
Selecting Connectors
Connecting a Modem to an RJ-11 Jack
Connecting a Modem with an Adapter
Using the Modem While Traveling Internationally
Displaying the Current Country Configuration
Adding a Country Configuration
Solving Travel Connection Problems
Check the Line
Check the Dialing Mode
Check the Telephone Number
Check the Dial Tone
Accessing Communication Software
Finding AT Command Information
Network
Connecting the Network Cable
Accessing the Network at Startup
Infrared
Turning a Network Connection Off and On
Setting Up an Infrared Transmission
Linking to an infrared device
Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared
Hardware Options and Upgrades
Contents
Connecting a Powered Device
Connecting a USB Device
Using a PC Card
Selecting a PC Card
2. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is seated
Configuring a PC Card
Inserting a PC Card
Inserting a PC Card
Stopping and Removing a PC Card
Using an SD Card or MMC
Using the SD Card Light
Inserting an SD Card or MMC
To insert an SD Card or MMC
Inserting an SD Card or MMC
Removing an SD Card or MMC
Disabling or Restarting an SD Card or MMC
Increasing Memory
Displaying Memory Information
the notebook
Removing or Inserting a Memory Module
3. Disconnect the power cord 4. Remove the battery pack
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook
5. Turn the notebook underside up
Opening the memory compartment
7. Remove or insert the memory module. To remove a memory module
To insert a memory module
9. Reinsert and tighten the memory compartment screw
Connecting an Optional Cable Lock
Connecting an optional cable lock
Hardware Options and Upgrades
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Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities
Contents
Preparing for a Software Update
Accessing Notebook Product Information
Updating Software
Accessing Notebook ROM Information
Downloading and Installing an Update
Downloading and Installing a ROM Update
Downloading a ROM Update
Installing a ROM Update
Downloading and Installing a Non-ROM SoftPaq
Setting a System Restore Point
Restoring to a System Restore Point
Backing Up and Restoring Data
Repairing or Reinstalling the Operating System
Repairing the Operating System
Reinstalling the Operating System
Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software
Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System
Using the Setup Utility
Opening the Setup Utility
Navigating and Selecting in the Setup Utility
Restoring Setup Utility Default Settings
Exiting the Setup Utility
Using the Support Utilities
Using the Help and Support Window
Using Support Telephone Numbers
Obtaining Support Telephone Numbers
Preparing to Call Technical Support
Operating Environment
Specifications
Notebook Dimensions
Dimension
Rated Input Power
Finding More Environmental Information
Specifications
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Index
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Page
Page
Advanced Users Only guide
Maintenance, Shipping and Travel
Modem Command Guidelines Advanced Users Only guide
Advanced Users Only guide
Page
Regulatory and Safety Notices
Regulatory and Safety Notices
Safety & Comfort Guide
See also software
Index
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Index
Index-12
Startup and Reference Guide
Startup and Reference Guide Compaq Notebook Series First Edition June
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