Compaq 470007-802 Getting Started - Compaq Deskpro Family of Personal Computer - Page 4

1 chapter GETTING STARTED WITH SOFTWARE Installing Your Operating System CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware devices to your computer until the operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the operating system from installing properly. Microsoft Windows 95 or Later The first time you turn on your computer, Microsoft Windows is automatically installed for you. This takes approximately 5 to 15 minutes, depending on your system hardware configuration. At the beginning of the installation process, you may be prompted to select an operating system and/or a language for the operating system. Read and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation. CAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer during the installation process might damage the software that runs the computer. When the Welcome to Windows screen is displayed, the Windows installation process is complete. Getting Started 1-1