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HP Compaq Presario,Presario 5000 User Manual

HP Compaq Presario,Presario 5000
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Compaq Presario
First Edition (May 2000)
Part Number DCD-002-MPLM

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BrandHP
ModelCompaq Presario, Presario 5000
CategoryDesktop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Contents

Chapter 2 Features Inside Your Computer

Details on the computer's internal and external features, registration, and ISP setup.

Chapter 4 Creating Your Own CDs

Instructions for using Easy CD Creator to make audio, data, mixed-mode, and CD Extra discs.

Chapter 7 Connecting to the Internet

Covers modem setup, DSL, and protecting yourself when downloading software.

Chapter 9 Preventive Maintenance

Guide to maintaining the computer, including file deletion, optimization, and anti-virus.

Chapter 10 Installing New Components

Instructions for installing and upgrading computer hardware components.

Chapter 11 Need Some Help?

Provides troubleshooting tips and solutions for common computer problems.

Chapter 2 Features Inside Your Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

Step-by-step guide for connecting monitor, speakers, keyboard, mouse, and power.

Internet Service Provider (ISP)

Explains the role of an ISP and how to set up an Internet connection.

Setting Up an ISP Account

Guides the user through setting up an ISP account with various providers like Compaq.NET or AOL.

Chapter 3 Using Your Computer

Setting Your Computer Power Management

Guide to configuring power management settings like system standby and monitor turn-off times.

Chapter 4 Creating Your Own CDs

Installing Adaptec Easy CD Creator

Instructions for installing the Adaptec Easy CD Creator software.

Steps to Install Adaptec Easy CD Creator Software

Step-by-step guide for installing the Easy CD Creator software.

Creating an Audio CD

Guide to creating audio CDs using Easy CD Creator, including track management.

Creating a Data CD

Instructions for creating data CDs to store files and folders.

Troubleshooting

System tests for Easy CD Creator compatibility and common problems.

Testing Your System Configuration

Procedure to run system tests for compatibility with Easy CD Creator.

Resolving Common Problems

Solutions for common issues like buffer underruns and problems reading CDs.

Preventing Buffer Underruns

Tips to prevent buffer underruns during CD recording, such as closing programs.

Problems Reading Recordable CDs

Suggestions for resolving issues when a recorded CD cannot be read.

Chapter 5 Saving Energy

Sleep Mode

Explanation of Sleep mode, how to enter it, wake the computer, and adjust settings.

Chapter 7 Connecting to the Internet

Connecting Your DSL Modem

Procedure for establishing a DSL connection, including contacting providers.

Protect Yourself when Downloading Software from the Internet

Advice on protecting the computer from viruses when downloading software.

Installing Software Downloaded from the Internet

Steps for installing software downloaded from a Web site.

Chapter 8 Connecting Computers

Setting Up a Network

Steps for installing network protocols, services, and setting up the network.

Mapping a Network Drive

How to create a permanent connection to a shared folder on another computer.

Sharing Folders

Guide to creating and sharing folders on the network.

Sharing a Folder

Procedure to share a folder and set access types (Read-Only, Full, Password).

Sharing a Printer

Instructions on setting up a printer for network sharing.

Setting Up Printer Sharing

Steps to enable printer sharing and set share name, comment, and password.

Sharing Internet Access

How to set up one computer to share the Internet connection with others.

Chapter 9 Preventive Maintenance

Deleting Unwanted Files

How to manage files, including taking inventory and deleting unnecessary items.

Optimizing the Computer Hard Drive

Using ScanDisk and Disk Defragmenter to improve hard drive performance.

Using ScanDisk

Steps to run ScanDisk to check for and repair hard drive errors.

Using Disk Defragmenter

Instructions to run Disk Defragmenter for optimizing hard drive space.

Anti-Virus Software

Information on anti-virus software for protecting against computer viruses.

Scanning for Viruses

Steps to scan the computer for viruses using McAfee VirusScan.

Updating McAfee VirusScan

Procedure to update McAfee VirusScan software from the web.

Creating an Anti-Virus Emergency Diskette

Guide to creating an emergency diskette for virus emergencies.

Compaq Support

Overview of Compaq support tools like Service Connection and Remote Support.

Recovery CD

Information on using the Recovery CD to reinstall software or restore the system.

Using the Recovery CD

Details on the Recovery CD menu options for diskette, backup, restore, and factory restore.

Quick Restore

Enables system file restoration from a hard drive partition.

Quick Restore Options

Description of Quick Restore options: Selective Restore, User Backup, and Factory Restore.

Selective Restore

Procedure to restore selected drivers or applications without reformatting.

User Backup

Procedure to back up system files and configuration to a separate partition.

User Restore

Restores the system to the configuration saved during the last User Backup.

Creating a QuickRestore Emergency Diskette

Steps to create a QuickRestore emergency diskette for system recovery.

Factory Restore

Returns the computer to its original factory configuration, reformatting the drive.

Compaq Remote Support

Allows a support technician to diagnose and resolve problems remotely.

Using Compaq Remote Support

Procedure for connecting to a Compaq support technician for remote assistance.

Diagnosing Symptoms

How to perform system checks and diagnose problems using Compaq Diagnostics.

Compaq Service Connection

Explains the Compaq Service Connection software for automatic software updates.

Chapter 10 Installing New Components

Internal Components

Guide to accessing internal computer components via the Easy Access panel.

Accessing Internal Computer Components

Step-by-step instructions for opening the computer's chassis.

Upgrading Components

Instructions for upgrading or replacing computer hardware.

Upgrading the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM Drives

Procedure for accessing and replacing optical drives.

Upgrading Computer Memory

Steps for installing or replacing computer memory modules.

Adding Components

Guide to adding new components, such as hard drives and expansion cards.

Adding an Additional Hard Drive

Instructions for installing a second hard drive.

Adding an Expansion or Option Card

Guide to installing expansion cards like modems or sound cards.

Installing Additional Software

Guide to installing software from CDs, diskettes, or downloaded files.

Reinstalling Deleted Drivers

How to restore individual drivers if they were accidentally deleted or lost.

Chapter 11 Need Some Help?

Helpful Hints

Basic troubleshooting checklist and advice before contacting support.

Contacting Technical Support

Information on when and how to contact Compaq Technical Support.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide organized by Symptom, Problem, and Solution.

Audio

Solutions for common audio problems like no sound or low volume.

CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM

Troubleshooting for drives that fail to read discs or take too long to start.

Diskette Drive and Zip Drive

Solutions for diskette drive issues like non-formatted disks or system file damage.

Display (Monitor)

Troubleshooting steps for blank screens, monitor power, and connector issues.

Hard Drive

Solutions for computer lockups, hard drive error messages, and fault protection errors.

Internet Access

Troubleshooting for inability to connect to the Internet or launch programs.

Keyboard and Scroll Mouse

Solutions for keyboard/mouse not recognized, slow response, or roller ball issues.

Power

Solutions for computer not turning on or illegal operation errors.

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