Compaq Presario,Presario 1203 Supplementary Manual
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- Page 1 Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Operating System Manual for Presario Notebooks First Edition (August 2000) Part Number 181272-001 Compaq Computer Corporation...
- Page 2 Notice © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Millenium Edition are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Notebook Operating System ....1-1 Windows Desktop ......1-2 Customizing the Windows Desktop . - Page 4 Chapter 2 Notebook Configuration ....2-1 The Control Panel ......2-2 Adding New Hardware Components .
- Page 5 QuickRestore Options ..... . . 3-4 Selective Restore ......3-5 User Backup .
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Page 7: Chapter 1 Notebook Operating System
Notebook Operating System In This Chapter Windows Desktop, 1-2 Windows Help, 1-5 File Searches, 1-6 Folders, 1-7 Shortcuts, 1-8 Internet Zone Buttons, 1-9 Windows Accessories, 1-10 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL The Microsoft ® Windows ® Millennium Edition operating system (herein after referred to as Windows or Windows Me) allows you to perform tasks by clicking menu items and small pictures (called icons). -
Page 8: Windows Desktop
Windows Desktop See also Windows Help for detailed information on customizing your desktop. See also Windows Millennium Edition Quick Start Guide which contains additional information on using Windows Me with your Notebook. 1-2 N OTEBOOK PERATING YSTEM Customizing the Windows Desktop The Windows desktop is the screen you see when the Windows startup is complete. -
Page 9: Arranging Icons
Did you know... You can also arrange your icons in organized rows by right-clicking the Windows desktop and choosing Line Up Icons from the Shortcut menu. Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Arranging Icons You can arrange the icons on your desktop for quick and easy access to frequently used items. -
Page 10: Adding A Screen Saver
Did you know... You can download new screen savers from the Internet or buy them in your local computer store. Did you know... All screen savers and other media downloaded from the Internet consume space on your hard disk. Did you know... You can set the length of time you want the computer to be inactive before the screen... -
Page 11: Windows Help
Windows Help Did you know... Some Notebooks contain the Compaq Knowledge Center. Look for documentation included with your Notebook for more details. Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Finding Help Windows Help is a valuable tool that can provide answers to many of your questions about Windows. -
Page 12: File Searches
File Searches Did you know... From the Date tab in Find File or Folders, you can provide a time frame in which the file was created or modified to help search for and find a file or folder. From the Advanced tab, you can specify the type or size of document to search for. -
Page 13: Folders
Folders Did you know... Deleted files and folders are temporarily stored on the hard disk. To permanently remove these files from your hard disk, you must periodically empty the Recycle Bin. To empty the Recycle Bin, right-click the Recycle Bin icon, then select Empty Recycle Bin. -
Page 14: Shortcuts
Shortcuts Did you know... To use the shortcut, double- click the new shortcut icon. 1-8 N OTEBOOK PERATING YSTEM Creating Shortcuts Shortcuts are used to open files and programs without having to select them from the Start menu or from their permanent location on the hard drive. -
Page 15: Internet Zone Buttons
Internet Zone Buttons The Internet Zone buttons, located above your Notebook’s keyboard, can automatically connect you to the Internet. These buttons give you one-touch access to frequently used Internet activities. Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Reprogramming the Internet Zone Buttons You can reprogram the Internet Zone buttons to reflect your personal preferences. -
Page 16: Windows Accessories
Windows Accessories Did you know... You can attach a microphone to your Notebook and record sounds using the Windows Sound Recorder. 1-10 N OTEBOOK PERATING YSTEM Using Windows Accessories Windows is equipped with a number of accessories. The following are brief descriptions of some of the accessories available to you: •... - Page 17 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL • Imaging allows you to view, zoom, rotate, and print a previewed image. • Notepad offers a place to work with unformatted text. • Paint allows you to create and edit graphics. • WordPad provides basic word-processing features. To use any one of these accessories, complete the following steps: 1.
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Page 19: Chapter 2 Notebook Configuration
Notebook Configuration In This Chapter The Control Panel, 2-2 Modem Settings, 2-5 Power Management, 2-8 Network Connection for Internal Ethernet Hardware, 2-14 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL This chapter shows you how to configure your Presario Notebook after you have set up Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition operating system (herein after referred to as Windows or Windows Me). -
Page 20: The Control Panel
The Control Panel This section covers: • Adding New Hardware Components • Adding or Removing Windows Software Components and Programs • Using the Add/Remove Programs Icon If you are ever prompted for the Windows Me CD, go to the following directory on your hard drive: C:\Windows\Options\Cabs or C:\Windows\Options\Install... - Page 21 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Adding or Removing Windows Software Components and Programs The Add/Remove Programs feature is divided into three sections: – Install/Uninstall allows you to add or remove software programs. – Windows Setup allows you to add or remove Windows software components.
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Page 22: Using The Add/Remove Programs Icon
2-4 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Using the Add/Remove Programs Icon To add or remove Windows software components and programs on your Notebook, complete the following steps: 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, then to Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs 3. -
Page 23: Modem Settings
Modem Settings This section covers: • Country Selection for the Compaq Modem • Audio Indication During Modem Dial-up • Zoom Video Audio Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Country Selection for Compaq Modems (available on select models) You must set the modem on your Notebook to the country in which you are located. -
Page 24: Audio Indication During Modem Dial-Up
2-6 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION 4. A new location name displays (for example, New Location 2), then select the Country/Region, area code (if necessary), and verify if you are using tone or pulse dialling. 5. Click OK to close the Dialing Properties Options. Audio Indication During Modem Dial-up If you want to hear dial tones during modem dial-up, change the default setting by completing the following steps:... -
Page 25: Zoom Video Audio (Available On Select Models)
Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Zoom Video Audio (available on select models) When using a Zoom Video Card, the audio capabilities are set to mute by default. To enable the audio sound, follow these steps: 1. In the right corner of the taskbar, double-click the ÷... -
Page 26: Power Management
Power Management This section covers: • Changing the Power Management Setting • Changing the Power Switch Settings • Changing the Critical- Battery Setting 2-8 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Changing the Power Management Setting To change the Power Management settings, do the following: Ä... -
Page 27: Changing The Power Switch Settings
Did you know... Compaq recommends that you keep the Power button set on Hibernate. Any other setting could cause data loss in a low battery state. You may set the Lid on any available option. (on select models.) Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM... -
Page 28: Changing The Low Battery Settings
2-10 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Changing the Low Battery Settings Your Notebook settings on the Alarms tab are preset for optimum performance. Ä Caution: Changing any of these settings could cause your Notebook behavior to change. Compaq recommends keeping these at the original default settings as described in this document. - Page 29 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL 4. Click the Alarm Action button to open the Low Battery Alarm Actions dialog box. 5. Under Notification, check the box next to Sound alarm. This tells your Notebook to sound an alarm when the battery power is low.
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Page 30: Changing The Critical-Battery Setting
2-12 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Changing the Critical-Battery Setting To ensure that you do not lose data when your Notebook powers off due to low-battery power, change the Critical-Battery setting on your Notebook to the Hibernate mode by following these steps: Ä... - Page 31 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL 3. Select the Alarms tab. 4. In the Critical Battery Alarm section, check the box next to Activate Critical Alarm when power level reaches... 5. Set the Critical Battery Alarm slider to 0 percent by sliding the bar flush to the left.
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Page 32: Network Connection For Internal Ethernet Hardware
Network Connection for Internal Ethernet Hardware This section covers: • Understanding Network Connection Problems • Creating a Hardware Profile in Windows Me • Configuring the No Ethernet Profile • Testing the No Ethernet Profile • Deleting a Hardware Profile in Windows Me 2-14 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION... -
Page 33: Creating A Hardware Profile In Windows Me
Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Creating a Hardware Profile in Windows Me To create a hardware profile in Windows, complete the following steps: 1. Start Windows with all hardware fully enabled. If prompted to log into a network or Windows, press the Escape button to bypass the login screen. -
Page 34: Configuring The No Ethernet Profile
10. Click Close to close the System Properties dialog box. 2-16 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Configuring the No Ethernet Profile Two Hardware Profiles now exist: Original Configuration and No Ethernet. You must now restart Windows and configure the No Ethernet profile to turn off the Ethernet Hardware. To configure the No Ethernet profile, complete the following steps: 1. -
Page 35: Testing The No Ethernet Profile
Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Testing the No Ethernet Profile The two Hardware Profiles are now configured as follows: • The Original Configuration contains all of the hardware present in your Notebook and should be used when you access a network directly through the built-in Ethernet Controller. -
Page 36: Deleting A Hardware Profile In Windows
2-18 N OTEBOOK ONFIGURATION Deleting a Hardware Profile in Windows If at any time you would like to delete the No Ethernet hardware profile, complete these steps: 1. Start your Notebook using the Original Configuration hardware profile. If prompted to log into a network or Windows, press the Escape button to bypass the login. -
Page 37: Chapter 3 Compaq Quickrestore
Compaq QuickRestore In This Chapter Understanding QuickRestore Features, 3-3 Using QuickRestore, Special Notebook Capabilities, 3-14 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Compaq provides you with the ability to restore your Notebook back to an operating state, add drivers, or back up data into a separate partition on the hard disk by using QuickRestore. -
Page 38: Accessing Quickrestore Features
Before you perform any Restore or User Backup tasks, Compaq strongly recommends that you create a QuickRestore Emergency Diskette. If your Notebook does not have a diskette drive, be sure to write down the Serial Number and Model number, and then store this information in a safe place. -
Page 39: Understanding Quickrestore Features
Understanding QuickRestore Features In this section you’ll learn about some of the powerful special features Compaq includes on your Notebook. Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL QuickRestore Features Your Notebook comes with powerful User Backup and Selective Restore software already installed on your hard drive. By installing these features on your hard drive, Compaq has made it easier than ever for you to save your personal files and information and protect them from corruption or damage. -
Page 40: Using Quickrestore
Using QuickRestore This section helps you to perform the following tasks: • QuickRestore Options • Selective Restore • User Backup • User Restore • Creating a QuickRestore Emergency Diskette • Recovery CD • Factory Restore 3-4 C OMPAQ UICK ESTORE QuickRestore Options In the event of a system failure, Compaq enables you to restore your system at any time with QuickRestore. -
Page 41: Selective Restore
Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Selective Restore Selective Restore allows you to select specific Compaq drivers or applications you want to reinstall without reformatting your hard disk. To perform a Selective Restore on your Notebook: Access the QuickRestore menu through the method applicable to your Notebook. - Page 42 3-6 C OMPAQ UICK ESTORE 4. You will be prompted to restart your computer. Save all open files and close all applications and restart your computer. 5. Repeat this procedure to reinstall as many drivers or applications as you need. Me O INDOWS PERATING...
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Page 43: User Backup
Did you know... Compaq provides a backup utility (or User Backup) that allows you to save your data and applications to a partitioned drive located on the hard disk. To determine the total hard disk size, add the size of both the C and D drives together. - Page 44 3-8 C OMPAQ UICK ESTORE IMPORTANT: You may be notified that your backup device is not large enough to complete User Backup. You will be able to increase the partition size unless your hard drive is completely full. You are notified when User Backup is complete. Note: he following message is displayed if you begin a User Backup and the User Backup partition size is not large enough to complete the save:...
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Page 45: User Restore
Did you know... Compaq provides a backup utility (or User Backup) that allows you to save your data and applications to a partitioned drive located on the hard disk. To determine the total hard disk size, add the size of both the C and D drives together. -
Page 46: Creating A Quickrestore Emergency Diskette
Did you know... Before you perform any restore or backup tasks, we recommend that you create an Emergency Diskette. Your Emergency Diskette contains information about your Notebook. The Emergency Diskette is not bootable, however the QuickRestore utility may prompt you to insert it when using QuickRestore CDs. -
Page 47: Recovery Cd
Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Recovery CD In the event of a system failure where you cannot boot to Windows, you can use the Recovery CD to bring your system back to an operating state. To run the Recovery CD, complete the following steps: 1. -
Page 48: Factory Restore
Did you know... Factory Restore deletes all of the information and data stored on your computer's hard drive. All added personal files, software and other data will be lost. Before completing Factory Restore, copy your data to diskettes or save your data to an external device to prevent permanent loss of your data. - Page 49 Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL 4. When Factory Restore has finished, the system automatically restarts. 5. Once the Factory Restore is complete, you may be prompted to provide the start-up information again to reinstall Windows set up. Ä Caution: Factory Restore deletes all the information and data stored on your Notebook’s hard disk.
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Page 50: Special Notebook Capablities
Special Notebook Capabilities This section helps you to perform the following tasks: • Increasing Storage Space on Your Hard Drive • Accessing the User Backup Folders • Deleting files from the Data Folder • Procedure for Deleting files from the Data Folder •... -
Page 51: Accessing The User Backup Folders
Accessing the User Backup Folders To access the User Backup folders using Microsoft Explorer, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the Start button located on the taskbar. 2. Click the Explore option. 3. Double-click the System_Sav(D:) drive. The User Backup and Restore files are located on this drive. Me O 3-15 INDOWS... -
Page 52: Deleting Files From The Data Folder
Deleting files from the Data Folder The Data folder contains files for the Factory Restore and User Restore options. Factory Restore returns your Notebook to its original factory condition. Note: When you delete all the Factory files from the Data folder (the * represents all possible file name extensions, three-numbers in this case), you will no longer be able to restore your Notebook to its factory condition from the hard drive. -
Page 53: Procedure For Deleting Files From The Data Folder
10. If the file has read-only access, Windows will ask “The file is Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL Procedure for Deleting files from the Data Folder To delete the Factory.* and/or User.* files, follow these steps: 1. Access the User Backup folders. (See the section Accessing the User Backup Folders.) 2. -
Page 54: Using Your Quickrestore Cd
3-18 C OMPAQ UICK ESTORE Using Your QuickRestore CD Compaq provides you with the ability to restore your Notebook back to an operating state, add drivers, or back up data into a separate partition on the hard disk. These options are accessible from the Compaq Knowledge Center or the Compaq Support icon on your Windows desktop. - Page 55 10. Your computer will automatically restart. You may see a 11. When the owner registration information screens display, Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL 7. The QuickRestore PowerQuest screen displays, then begins to copy files from the QuickRestore CD to your hard drive. This process may take some time.
- Page 56 10. The Warning screen displays. Read this screen carefully 11. The QuickRestore PowerQuest screen displays, then begins 3-20 C OMPAQ UICK ESTORE 5. The Welcome screen displays. QuickRestore performs a series of checks on the hard drive partition, then restarts your computer.
- Page 57 Accessories 1-10 Accessibility feature 1-10 CD Player 1-10 Communication feature 1-10 Entertainment feature 1-10 Sound Recorder Background selection 1-10 Calculator Calls 1-10 list 1-10 Communications Control Panel adding programs removing programs Deleting files folders Me O INDOWS PERATING YSTEM ANUAL INDEX Desktop arrangement...
- Page 58 Hardware profiles 2-15 creating 2-18 deleting Help 1-10 HyperTerminal 1-1, 1-2 Icons arrangement auto arrange lining up 1-11 Imaging 2-12 Low-battery setting 1-10 Media Player Modem dial-up Modem settings audio indication during dial-up country selection Network 2-14 connection problems Network connection problems Notebook creating an Emergency Recovery 3-10...
- Page 59 Shortcuts creating 1-10 Sound Recorder Start button Startup Windows System failure restoring your system System Restore 1-10 System Tools Taskbar 1-10 Volume Control Wallpaper desktop Windows 1-10 accessories 1-10 Communications feature desktop desktop arrangement desktop wallpaper 1-10 Entertainment help 1-10 HyperTerminal icons 1-10...
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