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Getting Started
Compaq Presario 4000, 6000, and 8000
Series Computers
Document Part Number: 274894-001
March 2002
This book helps you get acquainted with the features of your
computer and provides solutions to problems should they occur.
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© 2002 Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Presario are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the United States and other countries. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and
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Contents 1 Getting Information and Updates Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Replacing Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Upgrading the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Using the Documentation Library CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents 3 Using the Computer Inserting and Removing a Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1 Inserting and Removing a CD or DVD Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2 Installing Additional Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3 Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3 Installing Softw
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1 Getting Information and Updates Information is available in several forms: printed documents, electronic documents on the CD that came with your computer, and the Compaq Web site. Use this guide as your first point of reference, and then refer to the following documents: Quick Setup poster Limited Warranty Documentation Library CD Compaq Presario Times Newsletter (North America only) The Compaq Web site is available worldwide. As you explore the ✎ Internet, go to the compaq.com/ath
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Getting Information and Updates Limited Warranty The warranty details the Compaq commitment to repair or replace parts during the computer’s warranty period and lists important Compaq telephone numbers. In the event of a mechanical problem, contact Compaq, not the retailer who sold you the computer. Keep the warranty in a safe place for future reference. Replacing Parts For hardware upgrade and installation instructions, refer to the documentation included with the hardware component or to t
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Getting Information and Updates Using the Documentation Library CD The Documentation Library CD included with your computer contains several guides: Hardware Reference Guide – Contains information specific to your computer model. It includes an illustrated quick reference to all exterior components as well as information on upgrading or replacing internal components. Learning More About Your Computer – Contains basic information on using your computer’s hardware and software features.
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Getting Information and Updates Locating SoftPaq Information You can download original product drivers, the latest updates and software fixes (also known as SoftPaqs™) by going to the Web site compaq.com/consumersupport and choosing “Drivers & Downloads.” When prompted, be prepared to enter your computer’s product type, model, series, and operating system to access the SoftPaqs for your particular computer. Follow the instructions in the Readme.txt file or at the download site to install y
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2 A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components The components on the front of your computer will vary depending on the model you purchased. Take a look at the following illustrations to get acquainted with the front panel features of your computer model. 4000 Series Getting Started 2–1
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A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components - 4000 Series 1 Optical Drives Depending on your computer model, this may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive. If a second optical drive is not installed, a removable blank bezel is provided. 2 Optical Drive Activity When lit, indicates the optical drive is being accessed. Lights 3 Diskette Drive Reads and writes information onto a 3.5-inch diskette. 4 Diskette Drive Activity When lit, indicates the diskette drive is being accessed. Light (Do no
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A Look at the Computer 6000 Series Front Panel Components - 6000 Series 1 Optical Drives Depending on your computer model, this may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-R/RW drive. 2 Optical Drive Activity When lit, indicates the optical drive is being accessed. Lights 3 Diskette Drive Reads and writes information onto a 3.5-inch diskette. 4 Diskette Drive Activity When lit, indicates the diskette drive is being accessed. Light (Do not remove the diskette while the light is on.) 5 Power-On Ligh
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A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components - 6000 Series (Continued) 8 Diskette Eject Button Ejects the diskette from the diskette drive. 9 Power Button Turns on the computer. To turn off the computer, use the operating system “Turn Off Computer” command. : Hard Drive Activity Light When lit, indicates the hard drive is being accessed. ; USB (Universal Serial Connects USB peripheral devices, such as gamepads, Bus) Ports joysticks, and video cameras. Arrangement and number of drives and conn
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A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components - 8000 Series 1 Optical Drives Depending on your computer model, this may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-R/RW drive. 2 Optical Drive Activity When lit, indicates that the optical drive is being Lights accessed. 3 Diskette Drive Activity When lit, indicates the diskette drive is being accessed. Light (Do not remove the diskette while the light is on.) 4 Power Button Turns on the computer. To turn off the computer, use the operating system “Tu
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A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components The components on the rear of your computer will vary depending on the model you purchased. Take a look at the following illustrations to get acquainted with the rear panel features of your computer model. Some components have color-coded connectors that match the ports ✎ on the rear of your computer. Refer to the Quick Setup poster that came with your computer for more information on connecting computer components. 4000 Series 2–6 Getting Starte
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A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components - 4000 Series 1 Power Cord Connector Connects the computer’s power cord. 2 Voltage Select Switch Selects 230 volts (for some areas of Asia, Africa, (available on select Australia, and Europe) or 115 volts (for North America, models) South America, and Japan). This switch may be factory set to 230 volts. Before plugging the power cord into an electrical outlet be sure the switch is set to your regional requirement. Failure to set the switch to the
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A Look at the Computer 6000 Series Rear Panel Components - 6000 Series 1 Voltage Select Switch Selects 230 volts (for some areas of Asia, Africa, (available on select Australia, and Europe) or 115 volts (for North America, models) South America, and Japan). This switch may be factory set to 230 volts. Before plugging the power cord into an electrical outlet be sure the switch is set to your regional requirement. Failure to set the switch to the correct regional voltage Ä requirement may da
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A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components - 6000 Series (Continued) 4 USB (Universal Serial Connects USB devices, such as a USB keyboard, Bus) Ports mouse, or pointing device. The number of USB ports on your computer will vary depending on your model. 5 Serial Port Connects a serial peripheral device, such as a scanner. 6 VGA Connector Connects the monitor to the computer. Depending on your model, the VGA connector may ✎ be located on the VGA card in the expansion slot. 7 Network Interface
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A Look at the Computer 8000 Series 2–10 Getting Started
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A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components - 8000 Series 1 Power Cord Connector Connects the computer’s power cord. 2 Voltage Select Switch Selects 230 volts (for some areas of Asia, Africa, (available on select Australia, and Europe) or 115 volts (for North America, models) South America, and Japan). This switch may be factory set to 230 volts. Before plugging the power cord into an electrical outlet be sure the switch is set to your regional requirement. Failure to set the switch to the
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A Look at the Computer Mouse Components Your computer includes a Scroll Mouse, a Wireless Wheel Mouse, or a USB Optical Mouse. The Wireless Wheel Mouse and USB Optical Mouse are available with select models. Your mouse can be customized for a left-handed user from the Mouse ✎ Properties dialog box. Click on Start then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware then click on the Mouse icon to open the Mouse Properties dialog box. Mouse Components 1 Left Mouse Button Click and qui
