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b Getting Started Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series Document Part Number: 274041-001 July 2002 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, identify the exterior components of the computer, obtain and install the latest versions of Compaq software, and get additional information and - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 2
change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Getting Started Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series First Edition July 2002 Document - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 3
1-5 After Software Setup 1-6 2 A Look at the Notebook Front Panel Components 2-1 Top Components 2-2 Right Side Components Guides on the CD 3-2 Subscribing to the Compaq Support Software CD . . 3-2 Preparing to Update Software 3-3 Downloading Software from the Internet 3-4 Downloading Support - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 4
1. Record the operating system Product Key printed on the Certificate of Authenticity label on the bottom of the notebook. The Product Key is essential when you: ❏ Set up the software. ❏ Start the notebook for the first time. ❏ Update or troubleshoot your operating system. Getting Started 1-1 - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 5
refer to the Regulatory and Safety Notices Guide on the Documentation Library CD, included with the notebook. To reduce the risk of personal notebook while it is docked in an optional Mobile Expansion Unit. 2. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 3. Connect the notebook - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 6
Hardware and Software Setup When power is turned on, the battery light: ❏ Remains on while the battery pack is charging. ❏ Turns off when the battery pack is fully charged. 4. Open the notebook by sliding the display latch to the right 1 and raising the display 2. Getting Started 1-3 - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 7
Hardware and Software Setup 5. Turn on the notebook by sliding and momentarily holding, then releasing, the power switch 1. When power is turned on: ❏ The power/standby light 2 turns on. ❏ The battery pack in the primary battery bay and the external battery pack (if attached) begin to charge and - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 8
drivers install during initial setup: I Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet. I Do not shut down the notebook. I Do not remove or insert a drive. I When you begin software setup, online instructions guide enhanced by Compaq. When an operating system is deleted, the enhancements - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 9
Cancel. Compaq Help and Support provides links to the Compaq Web site where you can: I Download the latest software and drivers for your notebook. I Open an online service event with a Compaq support specialist. I Get information about your notebook, including reference guides, specifications, white - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 10
To access Compaq Help and Support, select Start > Compaq Info Center > Compaq Help and Support. For information about choosing a workspace and creating a safe and comfortable work environment, refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide on the Documentation Library CD included with the notebook. Getting - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 11
Function Allow airflow to cool internal components. Releases the display to open the notebook. Adjust or mute the system volume. Supports an optional USB-enabled wireless device such as a Bluetooth MultiPort, 802.11b Wireless LAN Multiport, and future wireless technologies. Getting Started 2-1 - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 12
Top Components Light, Button, or Component Function 1 Standby button I Turns on the notebook if it is off. I Initiates and exits Standby. I When pressed with the to the "Pointing Devices and Keyboard" chapter in the Hardware Guide for information about these buttons. 2-2 Getting Started - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 13
or closed. 4 Display switch Turns off the notebook display if the notebook is closed while on. 5 IDE drive light 6 Floppy light On: The main hard drive or any IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) or optical device is being accessed. On: A floppy drive in the optional Mobile Expansion Unit is - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 14
A Look at the Notebook Top Components (Continued) Light, Button, or Component Function w Right TouchPad button Functions like the right mouse button on an external mouse. e TouchPad Moves the mouse - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 15
stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. Connects a single-sound channel microphone. Ejects a PC Card from the PC Card slot. Supports 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards. Connects USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant devices to the notebook using a standard USB cable. Getting Started 2-5 - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 16
Function 7 External MultiBay connector Connects an optional External MultiBay to the notebook using the External MultiBay-Powered USB Cable. 8 Infrared port Links another IrDA-compliant device for wireless communication. 9 RJ-45 jack (network models only) Connects the network cable - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 17
the Notebook Left Side Components Component 1 External monitor connector 2 AC power connector 3 Universal serial bus (USB) connector Optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger I Optional Aircraft Power Adapter Connects USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant devices. Allows airflow to cool internal - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 18
Function Release the optional external battery pack. Connects the notebook to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit. Identifies the notebook; needed when you call Compaq customer support. Release the primary battery pack from the primary battery bay. ✎ Do not open or remove. This door is for factory - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 19
compartment cover Covers the memory expansion compartment that contains one memory expansion slot for a memory expansion board. 8 Certificate of Authenticity label Contains the Product Key, which may need to be entered before using some Windows operating systems. 9 Speaker Produces - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 20
Panel Components Rear Components Component 1 Parallel connector 2 Serial connector 3 Composite video-out jack Function Connects a parallel device. Connects a serial device. ✎ The notebook serial port is disabled when the notebook is connected to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit. Connects - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 21
Additional Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by geographic region and the notebook hardware configuration ordered. ✎ Some components, such as the hard drive and the primary battery pack, ship inside notebook bays identified in previous sections and are not included - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 22
A Look at the Notebook Additional Standard Components Component 1 Power cord 2 AC Adapter Function Troubleshooting I Regulatory and Safety Notices I Safety & Comfort Guide 5 Modem cable (internal modem Connects the modem to an models only)* RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 23
Continued) Component Function 6 Country-specific modem Adapts the modem cable to a adapter (included with internal non-RJ-11 telephone jack. modem models by region as (Adapters vary by region.) required) 7 Network cable (network models only†) Connects the notebook to an Ethernet network - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 24
about battery packs, keyboard features, drives, and upgrading the computer. I Software Guide-Contains details on power and security settings, information about optical drives, and instructions for updating software. It also explains how to use the MultiBoot, Intelligent Manageability, Compaq - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 25
by following the instructions on the screen. Subscribing to the Compaq Support Software CD The Compaq Support Software CD provides the latest Compaq software and instructions for installing and using it. The CD includes such software as device drivers, ROM updates, and utilities. 3-2 Getting - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 26
, Updates and Help To purchase the current Compaq Support Software CD or a subscription that provides both the current version and future versions of the CD: I Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet, included with the notebook, to contact a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 27
Compaq Support Software CD. 3. Download and install the updates. ✎ The notebook system ROM (Read Only Memory) stores the BIOS (Basic Input Output System). The BIOS determines how the notebook hardware interacts with the operating system and external devices and also supports such notebook services - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 28
Get Information, Updates and Help Downloading Support Software ✎ You may need one or more formatted 1.44-MB diskettes on hand for the download. 1. Visit http://www.compaq.com/support. 2. From the Software and Drivers Download Center menu, select your notebook. 3. Follow the instructions on that page - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 29
to download and install the SoftPaq. Follow the instructions. Procedures may vary. I Systems Supported-Family and Models that use the software. Installing a Retail Version of an Operating System A Windows operating system provided on the notebook or in the QuickRestore kit is enhanced by Compaq. The - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 30
one business day. To access the Support Forum, visit the Compaq Web site at http://www.compaq.com, then select Support Forum. Contacting Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the support forum or the troubleshooting tips in the Troubleshooting guide, you may need to call technical - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 31
How to Get Information, Updates and Help I Error messages that have displayed. I Type of printer connected. I while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. Select File > System Information. I Configuration and diagnostics information. To obtain, save, or - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 32
adapter, country-specific modem 2-13 applications, installing optional 1-6 B battery light 2-3 release latches 2-8 BIOS (Basic Input Support 3-7 command set, modem 2-12 Compaq Software and Drivers Download Center 3-5 Compaq Support Forum 3-7 Compaq Web site updating software from 3-3 www.compaq - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 33
2-10 power 2-7 security cable slot 2-7 serial 2-10 USB 2-7 video-out jack 2-10 cover, memory compartment 2-9 CPQFlash file 3-4 D device drivers 3-5 display release latch 2-1 switch 2-3 Documentation Library CD feature guides 3-1 Hardware Guide 3-1 Regulatory and Safety Notices 3-1 Safety & Comfort - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 34
lights battery 2-3 caps lock 2-3 drive light 2-3 num lock 2-3 power/standby 2-3 scroll lock 2-3 Lucent/Agere Command Set 2-12 M memory compartment cover version of 3-6 optional applications, installing 1-6 P parallel connector location 2-10 PC Card eject button 2-5 slot 2-5 port, infrared 2-6 power - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 35
ROM (Read Only Memory) defined 3-4 determining current version of 3-5 T Technical Support calls 3-7 Technical Support checklist 3-7 telephone numbers for ordering Compaq Support Software CD 3-3 3-to-2-prong plug adapter 2-12 top components 2-2 TouchPad 2-4 Troubleshooting guide 2-12 U USB (universal - Compaq Evo n410c | Compaq Evo Notebook 410c Series Getting Started - Page 36
V vents 2-1, 2-7 video-out jack 2-10 viewing guides on CD 3-2 volume buttons 2-1 Index W Web site, Compaq. See Compaq Web site Worldwide Telephone Numbers 3-7 Getting Started Index-5
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Getting Started
Compaq Evo Notebook N410c Series
Document Part Number: 274041-001
July 2002
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
identify the exterior components of the computer, obtain and
install the latest versions of Compaq software, and get additional
information and help.