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X1089AP, X1020US manual Turn the notebook underside up, Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws
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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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Drives and Drive Media
5.
Turn the notebook underside up.
6.
Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws.
Removing the hard drive retaining screws
Startup and Reference
Guide—Part
2
5–11
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Contents
June
Startup and Reference Guide
Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number
9 Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities A Specifications Index
Contents
1 Startup 2 Hardware 3 Keyboard 4 Power 5 Drives and Drive Media
6 Multimedia 7 Communications 8 Hardware Options and Upgrades
Startup
Part
Setting Up the Hardware
Inserting a Battery Pack
Opening the notebook
Opening the Notebook
To open the notebook
2. Slide the display release latch 1 as you raise the display
Connecting the Notebook to External Power
Identifying the battery light
Charging a New Battery Pack
Turning On the Notebook
Installing Basic Software
Setting Up the Software
Installing Optional Software
Turning Off the Notebook
Setting Regional and Display Preferences
Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses
Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges
Using the Notebook Safely
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Part Reference
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Hardware
Contents
Display
Display
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Top TouchPad
TouchPad
Keys and Antenna
Top Keys and Antenna
Fn key
Top Power Controls
Power Controls
Top Lights
Lights
Top Audio Buttons and Speakers
Audio Buttons and Speakers
Front Panel
Front Panel
Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel Connectors and Jacks
Rear Panel
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Vent
Rear Panel Vent
Provides airflow to cool internal components
Left Side
Left Side
Right Side
Right Side
Underside
Bays and Memory Compartment
Underside Bays and Memory Compartment
Underside Docking Connector and Vent
Docking Connector and Vents
Labels
Additional Standard Components
Cables and Cord
Additional Standard Components Cables and Cord
Additional Standard Components Adapters and Battery Pack
Adapters and Battery Pack
For Information About These Topics Select This Guide
Restoration and Documentation CDs
Setting TouchPad Preferences Hotkeys Identifying Hotkeys
Keyboard
Contents
TouchPad Identifying TouchPad Components Using the TouchPad
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
TouchPad
Identifying TouchPad Components
Identifying TouchPad components
Setting TouchPad Preferences
Using the TouchPad
Identifying Hotkeys
Hotkeys
Hotkeys
Hotkey Procedures
Hotkey Quick Reference
Default Function
Open Internet Explorer Fn+F3
Hotkey Commands
Switch Image Fn+F4
Open Help and Support Window Fn+F1
Play, Pause, or Resume an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F9
Initiate QuickLock Fn+F6
Decrease Brightness Fn+F7
Increase Brightness Fn+F8
Play Next Track of an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F12
Keypad
Stop an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F10
Play Previous Track of an Audio CD or DVD Fn+F11
Turning the Keypad On and Off
Switching the Functions of Keypad Keys
Keyboard
3-10
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Identifying the Battery and Power/Standby
Power
Contents
Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown
Understanding Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown
Standby
Hibernation
Shutdown
Choosing Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown
Identifying Power Controls and Indicators
Using Standby, Hibernation and Shutdown Procedures
Task
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off
Procedure
Result
Initiating or Resuming from Standby
Procedure
Task
Result
Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation
Procedure
Task
Setting Power Control Preferences
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Using Battery Power
Identifying the Battery and Power/Standby Lights
Identifying the battery and power/standby lights
Charging a Battery Pack
Switching Between Battery and External Power
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
Charging the Battery Pack
Calibrating a Battery Pack
When to Calibrate
How to Calibrate
The monitor will not turn off automatically
Recharging the Battery Pack
Storing a Battery Pack
Battery Conservation Settings and Procedures
Replacing a Battery Pack
Recycling or Disposing of a Used Battery Pack
Power
4-20
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Contents
Drives and Drive Media
Write
Understanding Drive and Drive Media Terms
Optical Drive
Read
Caring for Drives and Drive Media
Using the IDE Drive Light
Adding a Drive to the System
Identifying the IDE drive light
Inserting a Disc
Inserting or Removing a Disc
Removing a disc from the optical drive when power is available
Removing a Disc With Power
Removing a disc from the optical drive when power is not available
Removing a Disc Without Power
Playing a Disc
Displaying Media Contents
Observing the Copyright Warning
Protecting Playback
Replacing the Internal Hard Drive
Setting the Boot Order
5. Turn the notebook underside up
6. Remove the 2 hard drive retaining screws
Removing the hard drive retaining screws
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Removing an internal hard drive from the hard drive bay
Inserting an internal hard drive into the hard drive bay
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Replacing the hard drive retaining screw
Connecting an Audio Device Connecting an S-Video Device
Multimedia
Contents
Adjusting Volume Using the Internal Speakers
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
Changing the Color Television Format
Turning a Video Device On and Off
Playing a DVD or Video CD
Using Multimedia Software
Using Windows Media Player
Using WinDVD
Managing DVD Region Settings
Understanding Easy CD Creator Features
Using Easy CD Creator
Preparing to Use Easy CD Creator
Choosing Recording Media
Responding to the UDF Prompt
Formatting Recording Media
Selecting Easy CD Creator Settings
To select Disk-at-once settings
Internationally Accessing Communication Software
Communications
Contents
Modem Connecting the Modem Using the Modem While Traveling
Modem
Selecting Connectors
Connecting the Modem
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 Dial Tone
Check the Telephone Number
Finding AT Command Information
Accessing Communication Software
Network
Connecting the Network Cable
Accessing the Network at Startup
Infrared
Turning a Network Connection Off and On
Linking to an infrared device
Setting Up an Infrared Transmission
Avoiding Standby While Using Infrared
Contents
Hardware Options and Upgrades
Connecting a USB Device
Connecting a Powered Device
Selecting a PC Card
Using a PC Card
Inserting a PC Card
Configuring a PC Card
Inserting a PC Card
2. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is seated
Stopping and Removing a PC Card
Using the SD Card Light
Using an SD Card or MMC
Inserting an SD Card or MMC
To insert an SD Card or MMC
Inserting an SD Card or MMC
Disabling or Restarting an SD Card or MMC
Removing an SD Card or MMC
Displaying Memory Information
Increasing Memory
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook
Removing or Inserting a Memory Module
3. Disconnect the power cord 4. Remove the battery pack
the notebook
Opening the memory compartment
5. Turn the notebook underside up
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
8-16
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Contents
Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities
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 the Operating System
Repairing or Reinstalling 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 Help and Support Window
Using the Support Utilities
Using Support Telephone Numbers
Obtaining Support Telephone Numbers
Preparing to Call Technical Support
Dimension
Specifications
Notebook Dimensions
Operating Environment
Rated Input Power
Finding More Environmental Information
Startup and Reference Guide-Part
Specifications
Index
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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-11
Index
Index
Index-12
Startup and Reference Guide
Reference Number Document Part Number
Startup and Reference Guide Compaq Notebook Series First Edition June