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Notebook Computer User Guide Original Issue: 2003/9 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer. Information in this manual trademarks of their respective companies. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 2
Notebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with computers, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your computer from possible harm. Radio and television interference - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 3
Notebook User Guide 00345-4). This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC20402 Warning: The user must not modify or change this computer without approval. Modification - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 4
Notebook User Guide Shielded Cables Notice All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Peripheral Devices Notice Only - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 5
Notebook User Guide About Your Notebook Computer Congratulation for having purchased your new Professional Multimedia Notebook. This notebook incorporates the strongest features, which integrate the latest technologies available in the notebook industry. Your new notebook computer not only drives - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 6
Notebook User Guide About Your User Guide Welcome to your Professional Multimedia Notebook User Guide. This manual covers everything you need to know in learning how to use your computer. This manual also assumes that you know the basic concepts of Windows and the PC. You will start doing a lot of - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 7
32 2.2 USING THE BATTERY PACK 33 Extending Battery Life ...36 2.3 CONNECTING THE AC POWER SOURCE 36 2.4 STARTING YOUR COMPUTER 37 2.5 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY CONTROLS 38 2.6 INSTALLING THE NOTEBOOK DEVICE DRIVERS 39 Installing Windows XP from Optical Disk Drive 39 Enable DMA channel for best - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 8
Modem Device Driver 47 Installing Power management Utility 47 2.7 TURNING OFF YOUR COMPUTER 48 3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 51 3.1 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM 52 3.2 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS 52 Basic Keyboard Functions 55 Cursor Control Keys ...56 Screen Control Keys...58 Windows Hot - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 9
70 Making PC Cards Work ...72 Hot Swapping PC Cards...73 3.9 USING FLASH MEMORY CARDS 73 What is Flash Memory Card 73 4 FUN WITH MULTIMEDIA 77 4.1 NOTEBOOK MULTIMEDIA FEATURES 78 4.2 AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM FEATURES 78 4.3 SETTING UP THE AUDIO DRIVER PROPERTIES 79 4.4 WINDOWS MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMS - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 10
Notebook User Guide 5.10 USING THE MODEM PORT 98 6 CUSTOMIZINGYOURNOTEBOOK 101 6.1 RUNNING THE BIOS Installing Memory Module 119 Upgrade Hard Disk ...120 8 CARING FOR YOUR NOTEBOOK 123 8.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 124 8.2 CLEANING YOUR COMPUTER 126 8.3 MAINTAINING THE LCD QUALITY 127 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 11
Notebook User Guide System Memory...132 LCD Display ...132 VGA System...132 Disk Drives...133 Audio System ...133 PCMCIA ...134 Glide Pad ...134 Keyboard ...134 Flash BIOS ...134 I/O Ports ...134 Infrared Port...135 AC/DC Power Supply Adapter 135 Battery ...135 Weight and Dimension...135 11 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 12
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Introduction 1 Introduction Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer. With the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology, this notebook makes a natural entertainment companion. With leap of technology and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 14
your dealer on the CPU type and speed. • Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating systems such as Windows XP. Wireless LAN Built-in Mini PCI Wireless LAN module (BTO) Memory This notebook provides two memory slots for installing DDR SDRAM 200-pin SODIMM modules up to - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 15
data transfer between the CPU and hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA100 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4, bus PCI technology that is also backward compatible with 16-bit PC cards. Audio System Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio mouse to Control Panel of Windows. • Suspend hot-key allows you to suspend the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 16
, the shipping carton should also contain the following items: þ The Notebook Computer þ An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord þ Li-Ion Battery Pack þ Utility /CD þ Hardcopy User Guide/E-book þ Quick Setup Manual Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or damaged. If any - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 17
3. 8. Built-in Stereo Speakers 4. Status LED Indicator 5. Power/Wireless LAN/Mail Status LED 6. Keyboard 7. Touchpad Pointing Device • Color LCD Display The notebook computer comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD can be 15.0" TFT color LCD with - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 18
Notebook User Guide ß LCD display control hot-keys allows you to adjust the brightness of -key layout and full-sized 88keys keyboard with Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 10 hot keys, inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control keys. ß Wide extra space below the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 19
the scroll page function. The two click buttons located at each side support tapping selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard computer green when the system is powered on using the AC adapter or battery. ß Lights green blinking when in Suspend to RAM. ß Lights orange - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 20
Notebook User Guide • Battery Charging LED Lights to indicate battery in charging status. ß blinking blue indicate that the system is accessing or retrieving data by wireless device. The notebook computer uses status lights marked with icons to communicate system status. See the following figure - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 21
1 Introduction Status LED Icons • Caps Lock When LED in blue light indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase or capital letters. • Scroll Lock When LED in blue indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 22
Guide 1.4 The Front Side of the Notebook 1. Cover Switch 2. Battery • Cover Switch The cover (LCD panel) is locked when it is closed. Slide the button right aside to release the latch for opening the cover of the computer. • Battery The battery provides the power for the N/B when there is no AC - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 23
a PDA, GPS or other serial devices. • DC Power Port Lets you connect the AC power adapter in supplying continuous power to your notebook and recharging the battery. 1.6 The Left Side of the Notebook The left side of your notebook computer provides the features shown in the following figure. 23 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 24
Notebook User Guide 1. LAN port 3. IEEE 1394 5. Microphone jack 7. USB port 9. IR port 2. 4 in 1 card slot 4. Stereo line in jack 6. Headphone jack 8. PC Card slot Left Side Features • LAN Port An internal 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN module connects your computer to other computers/networks through - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 25
up to 127 USBequipped peripheral devices (for example, printers, scanners and so on) to your notebook computer. • PC Card Slot ß Lets you connect various PC cards such as memory card. ß Supports both 3V, 5V 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PC cards. • IR Port Wireless data/files transferring between your - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 26
Notebook User Guide 1. Optical Disk Drive 2. Air Inhalant 3. Modem Port Right Side Features • Optical Disk Drive Allows you . It keeps you connected to the outside world through networks. 1.8 The Underside of the Notebook The bottom of the notebook computer offers the following features. 26 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 27
1 Introduction 1. Air Inhalant 2. Battery Lock Latch 3. Battery Release Latch 4. Memory Compartment 5. Wireless LAN/Modem Module Compartment 6. Battery Bay Bottom of the System • Air Inhalant Inhale the air into your computer to keep it within operating temperature. • Battery Lock Latch - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 28
Notebook User Guide • Wireless LAN/Modem Module Compartment This compartment is for ) battery pack. 1.9 Notebook Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your notebook computer and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an autoswitching design - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 29
1 Introduction 1.10 Notebook Options DVD+RW Device Pack This device pack can write data to CD-R or CD-RW and DVD+R or DVD+RW media for you to - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 30
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pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Contact your dealer if they have pre-installed all the needed drivers to fully operate your computer or if there is an update on the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 32
Notebook User Guide 2.1 Installing the Hard Disk For safety and delivery purpose, the HDD might be separately packed from the notebook. If it packed individually, you should install it with following procedures before using the notebook. To install the HDD: 1. Remove the HDD's protecting package. - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 33
do so, unplug the AC adapter, turn off power management features (through Setup and Windows), and turn on the system. Once the battery is fully discharged, plug in the AC adapter and recharge the battery. You can also do it by using the Battery Refresh function in BIOS setup manual that is described - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 34
Notebook User Guide If you do not discharge the battery completely, it fails to accept a full recharge. + Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter, or it may cause fire or explosion. Installing the Battery Pack This notebook provides the most convenient way to install - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 35
and turn off. The contents of the memory will store in the hard disk drive. You will be unable to restart the notebook until you have connected to the AC adapter or installed a charged battery. To replace the battery pack, refer to the previous sections on "Installing the Battery Pack" and "Removing - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 36
external lighting is not too bright and turn down the screen brightness. Also, you can choose the available mode on the Power Management item of the Control Panel in Windows. 2.3 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your computer and charges the internal - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 37
, it is advisable to always have the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the battery pack installed. This ensures continuous support the total current load of all the connected devices. Ÿ Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 38
will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive. The notebook computer normally comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your dealer for assistance. 2.5 Adjusting the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 39
instructions on the screen to finish the installation. ENABLE DMA CHANNEL FOR BEST PERFORMANCE This Notebook supports DMA function for fastest data bus transmission. The Windows system does not enable this function after you had installed the Windows system. You must enable this function manually - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 40
as above. 5. Restart your notebook to let the setting take effect. INSTALLING THE AGP DRIVER For the best and fast performance of video AGP, please install the driver of the AGP. Follow the procedures indicated below to install the AGP driver. Installing AGP driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 41
Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays this command. 5. Press Finish to restart your system. INSTALLING THE LAN DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the LAN driver: Installing LAN driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 42
Next to process the further step continuously when screen displays this command. 5. Press Finish to restart your system. INSTALLING ENE KBC DRIVER Following is the procedure for installing the ENE KBC Driver. Installing ENE KBC driver for Windows XP 1. Boot Windows from your hard disk and insert the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 43
\EzMail.exe". 3. Run the execution file for installing the EZ Mail Light driver, and then click Finish after completes the installing procedure. INSTALLING SYNAPTICS - TOUCH PAD DRIVER Installing Synaptics - Touch Pad driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run to appear the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 44
step continuously when screen displays this command. 5. Press Finish to complete the installation. INSTALLING THE IDE DEVICE DRIVER Your notebook computer uses the advanced IDE controller. Installing the driver will enhance the stability and performance. Installing IDE device driver for Windows XP - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 45
2 Getting Started INSTALLING THE CARD READER DEVICE DRIVER Your notebook computer uses the advanced card reader controller. Installing the driver will enhance the stability and performance Installing Card Reader device driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 46
Notebook User Guide 3. Double-click on the System icon, change to Hardware tag then click on the Device Manager folder tab. You will find the Other devices. 4. Double-click Network Controller to show the Network Controller Properties box, then click the Reinstall Driver. 5. Tick Install from a list - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 47
2 Getting Started 6. Press Finish to finalize the Wireless LAN Utility installation. INSTALLING THE MODEM DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Modem driver: Installing Modem driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 48
Notebook User Guide 2.7 Turning off Your Computer If you are not going to use the computer inside parts of the computer to cool off. Closing the panel will force the heat up against the LCD screen, which may degrade the LCD when done regularly. More importantly, never close the LVDS panel for a long - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 49
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how to operate the standard built- in features of the notebook that you normally would use in your day-to-day computer work. If you are new to computers and to your operating system, you also need to read the manual for the operating system on how to work with your computer - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 52
Notebook User Guide run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft Windows. You should have installed one operating system by your the system. Check your operating system manual on how to run it. 3.2 Understanding the Keyboard Functions Your notebook computer is equipped with an 88 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 53
3 Using Your Notebook 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key 2. Control Keys 4. Control Keys 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 54
Notebook User Guide • Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: ß button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 55
3 Using Your Notebook BASIC KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS Keypad Enter Esc PrtScr SysRq PrtScr Fn or escape from a command or function. key. Known as the Print Screen key. Press this key to map the whole screen to share memory for your specific usage. + key. Used for multitasking - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 56
Notebook User Guide Keypad Shift Tab Ctrl Alt Num LocK Caps Lock ScrLocK Function certain command. key. Activates the embedded 15-key numeric keypad. The keys are color coded blue. key. Used in most application program to always activate uppercase alphabet characters. < - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 57
3 Using Your Notebook Keypad Function Description Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a time. Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time. - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 58
Notebook User Guide SCREEN CONTROL KEYS Keypad Home Function Description key. Moves the cursor to the beginning of a screen or line. key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a PgUp time PgDn key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time key. Moves the cursor to - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 59
the built-in wireless LAN. Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously. Increases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. Decreases the audio volume of the notebook incrementally. Enable or Disables the built-in system speaker. Activate or deactivate the sleep mode. 59 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 60
Notebook User Guide Keypad F8 Fn + F9 Fn + Fn + Fn + Function Description Increases the brightness of LCD display selection button orientation. The Glide Pad works a mouse pointing device replacement that is used under Windows-based operating system. You can use the standard Microsoft driver 60 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 61
Notebook that is compatible with the Glide Pad device and is normally used under Windows-based operating system. However, if you want to utilize the added features of the Glide Pad, you may want to try installing its own device driver miniature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 62
Notebook User Guide execute an item, click the left button twice or do a quick Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the display resolution or screen - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 63
3 Using Your Notebook POSSIBLE DISPLAY CONFIGURATIONS The table below shows you the only, or both LCD and CRT display. CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 64
Notebook User Guide + If you cannot configure the display properties, change the display driver first as mentioned on Section 6 "Installing the Notebook Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual. Consult your dealer for the latest Windows AGP VGA driver the other supporting components and system - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 65
Panel in Windows. To resume full-on state, you can press the power button. Mechanical off Mode All power, except the RTC (real time clock), has been turned off from the system. This includes external AC power source and battery power source. 3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD Your notebook computer - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 66
Notebook User Guide You can increase the system's storage capacity by replacing the standard hard disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity. + If you wish to replace - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 67
3 Using Your Notebook 3. To remove the disc, press on the center spindle and pull up the disc from the side until the disc snaps out of the spindle lock. + If the eject function is disabled by software or a power failure occurs, the Emergency Eject Hole allows you to manually remove a CD from the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 68
Notebook User Guide + The optical disk drive is a Class 1 Laser Product. 3.8 Using PCMCIA Cards WHAT IS PCMCIA? PCMCIA or Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is a non-profit trade association that defines the industry standard for the PC Card technology. The goal of PCMCIA is - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 69
application typically does not find the card. • Storage Cards When you insert a storage PC card, PC card Adapter for other memory card (i.e. Compact Flash card, Smart Media card...) or small hard drive card in the notebook computer, it appears as a unique drive depending on the type of card you are - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 70
Notebook User Guide WHAT IS CARDBUS? CardBus is the high-performance 32-bit PCI bus master interface from PCMCIA. It runs up to 33MHz clock speed and operates at only 3.3V. Your notebook computer incorporates the CardBus inside the PC card slot. Aside from 3.3V CardBus PC cards, you can also insert - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 71
3 Using Your Notebook Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card from the PCMCIA slot, you should first disable the PCMCIA card setting in the system as described followings: 1. Double click the PC card icon on the right bottom side of the task bar. 2. Select the socket from the list that you want to - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 72
you if you want to install the driver. If the driver is not included under Windows, you will need to insert the driver CD provided by the PC card manufacturer into the optical disk drive and install to Windows system. You need to read the manual guide of the PC card on how to configure and operate - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 73
Notebook HOT SWAPPING PC CARDS Just like floppy disk drive, your PCMCIA slots allow you to replace one PC card with another even while your computer is on. However, you need to remember the rule that if the PC card is in use, you must not remove it. + PC . This computer supports common flash memory - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 74
Notebook User Guide Slot 4 in 1 Card type SD (Secure Digital) MMC (MultiMedia Card) SmartMedia Memory Stick Copper connector Bottom side Bottom side Bottom side Top side Only one - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 75
3 Using Your Notebook Removing Flash Memory Card It is similar to PCMCIA card for removing a flash memory card from the slot, you should first disable the card setting - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 76
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4 Fun with Multimedia 4 Fun with Multimedia This chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your computer in having fun and excitement during work or leisure. You will learn how to mix and match the built-in sound system, use optical disk drive in creating an exciting full - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 78
Notebook User Guide 4.1 Notebook Multimedia Features Your notebook computer is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your computer is well able to perform all multimedia tasks - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 79
pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows. 4.4 Windows Multimedia Programs Windows provides several multimedia programs that you can run with the builtin features of - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 80
Notebook User Guide Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows: • Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files • Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback • Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer + For - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 81
use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system. To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups. The control buttons of the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 82
Notebook User Guide 2. Click Properties in the Options main menu. 3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the "Shows the following - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 83
2. Run the Sound Recorder program. 3. Insert the audio CD into the optical disk drive. Unless you have disabled the CD auto-insertion notification for supporting Suspend mode, the CD Player should automatically run after you have inserted an audio compact disc and will start playing the audio CD. 83 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 84
Notebook User Guide Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player 5. Select the starting point where you want to start recording. 6. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button. 7. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button. You can adjust the volume - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 85
to your ear. USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player. Follow these steps: Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then Entertainment. 2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program. 3. Click on the File menu and select - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 86
Notebook User Guide Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player 4.8 Using DVD DVD is the breakthrough in superb full-motion picture playback. One disc can contain at least 4.7GB of information, capable of - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 87
notebook, for how to enable the DMA channel on both optical disk drive and Hard Disk, please refer to driver installation on section 6 of chapter 2. Moreover, you can enable Hardware Accelerator if the software MPEG-2 player you are using has supported to the related user manual about the CD-RW - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 88
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This chapter describes how you attach peripheral devices to your notebook. You can attach a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or any other peripheral device. You will learn how to use these peripheral devices with the step-by-step instructions depicted in this chapter. 89 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 90
Notebook User Guide 5.1 Using a Serial Port Your computer has one 9-pin male serial port for connecting an external serial GPS or PDA. The serial (RS232) port of your computer is normally referred to as COM1. For advanced system like Windows XP, the system can detect and install suitable driver for - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 91
Windows will automatically detect the serial mouse. 5.2 Using the USB Port USB or Universal Serial Port is a peripheral bus standard developed by Compaq an External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15-pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 92
Notebook User Guide To connect an external monitor: 1. Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off. + The notebook monitor. 5. Turn on your computer. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will show the display. Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 93
Place the target device in line with your notebook and should be within 80cm (30-inches) from each other. You should refer to the User Guide of the target device on how to enable to COM2 or specified by Windows system. Make sure that this does not conflict with any pre-installed fax/modem PC. 93 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 94
Notebook User Guide 5.5 Using the TV Port Also found at the back of your computer is one S-Video port. To display your computer screen on the TV: 1. Turn off your computer and of Make this the primary display, then click OK. Windows now automatically detect the TV port and enable this function. 94 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 95
by Win98 (second edition) or later Windows version. With supporting high-speed transmission and delivering data at a guaranteed rate, you can record digital video clips and download them directly via a super-speed IEEE 1394 port at the left side of the notebook. IEEE 1394 becomes an ideal for - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 96
Notebook User Guide 5.7 Using the External Audio System At the left side of your computer LAN module that connects your computer to other computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and supports data transfer rates at 10Mbps and can be up to 100Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 97
computer integrates built-in mini-PCI 802.11b wireless LAN module. IEEE 802.11b standard supports 11 Mbps wireless connection speed. You can connect to the wireless LAN Access Point without module. You need to install software driver before using it. Please refer to chapter 2.6 on how to install the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 98
Notebook User Guide 5.10 Using the Modem Port This notebook comes equipped with a 56K internal fax/data modem that allows you to communicate with others via fax, email, or to connect to an online service or bulletin board. The built-in fax/data modem provides on standard phone connector. To connect - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 99
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6 Customizing Your Notebook 6 Customizing Your Notebook Your computer uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program that allows you to set several system configuration in changing the way your computer performs. This includes - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 102
Notebook User Guide 6.1 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your computer is likely to have been properly during the Power On Self Test (POST). If an error occurs, an error message will be displayed on the screen, and you will then be prompted to run the Setup Program. As the POST (Power-On Self Test) - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 103
6 Customizing Your Notebook • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen. This area lists the - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 104
Notebook User Guide 6.2 Using the Main Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced : Intel (R) Pentium ® 4 CPU Speed: 3000 MHz BIOS Version: A.3A-08BB-0812 Hyper Threading Support F1 Help á â Select Item -/+ Change Values Esc Exit ß --> Select Menu Enter Select 4SubMenu - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 105
6 Customizing Your Notebook • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the < - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 106
Notebook User Guide • BIOS Version This field is for information only as the BIOS displays Hyper Threading (HT) processor, and can improve the performance of heavy-task programs that support HT technology. 6.2.1 INTERNAL HDD SUB-MENU Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 107
6 Customizing Your Notebook Esc Exit ß --> Select Menu Enter Select 4SubMenu Defaults F10 Save Audio Device Embedded 1394 Device Summary Screen Keyboard Language TV Output type [Enable] [Windows XP] [Enable] [Enable] [Enable] [Disable] [EU] [S-Video] USB BIOS Legacy Support: USB 2.0 Host: 4 I/O - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 108
Notebook User Guide Esc Exit ß --> Select Menu Enter Select 4SubMenu F10 Save and Exit • APIC interrupt routing This item is valid for Windows 2000 Embedded 1394 Device function when system is booting. • Summary Screen Displays system configuration on boot. • Keyboard Language Lets you - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 109
6 Customizing Your Notebook • USB BIOS Legacy Support Enable or disable support for USB floppy drive. • USB 2.0 Host Enable or disable the support of USB 2.0 • I/O Device Configuration Lets you configure input/output device such as Serial Port, Parallel Port. 6.3.1 I/O DEVICE CONFIGURATION SUB-MENU - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 110
Notebook User Guide • Serial port A You can select the Enabled, Disabled, or Auto option for enabled or disabled the Select 4SubMenu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit • Supervisor Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by Supervisor Password or not. 110 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 111
• User Password Is Set/Clear selections show that the notebook is under controlled by User Password or not. • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 112
Notebook User Guide 6.5 Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. Phoenix BIOS - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 113
6 Customizing Your Notebook 6.6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 114
Notebook User Guide 6.7 • Discard Changes Reverts to previously selected settings. • Save Changes you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: 1. Insert the MS-DOS startup diskette with BIOS Update driver into the USB diskette drive. 2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive. 3. - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 115
6 Customizing Your Notebook It is necessary to prepare a USB Floppy Drive by yourself for BIOS upgrading. on the icon of 3 1/2 Floppy (A:), and then select Format command. In the format windows, tick Create a MD-DOS startup disk and then click Start bottom to create an MS-DOS startup diskette. 115 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 116
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7 System Upgrade 7 System Upgrade This chapter describes how to upgrade your system. You can upgrade your memory size to your system for specific requirements. This section provides an easy step in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following. 117 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 118
Notebook User Guide This section provides an easy step in doing system upgrade for your notebook computer. The upgrade procedures include the following: MEMORY UPGRADE PROCEDURES Your notebook computer offers two memory slots using 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) at least - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 119
that no peripheral devices are attached. 2. Turn the computer upside-down and locate the screw that secures the DIMM door at the underside of the notebook. 3. Remove the screw and open the DIMM cover by your finger. 4. Locate the memory module into the empty memory module sockets. (Your system comes - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 120
Notebook User Guide 5. Insert the connector of the memory module into the socket. Make sure the notch of the memory module fits the nose of the socket. Ÿ Hold the memory module at a 30-degree angle and push its connector into the memory socket of the notebook. Ÿ Press down on the edge of the memory - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 121
inner part of the battery bay. 10. Lock the bar as depicted in Chapter 2.1."Installing the Hard Disk". 11. Install the battery back to the notebook as depicted in Chapter 2.2. "Using the Battery Pack". After upgrading the HDD, be sure to set the boot device as DVD/CD-RW Combo drive - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 122
Notebook User Guide + Please contact dealer or certified technician for changing the hard disk drive. The damage of changing HDD resulting from users may not be under warranty 122 - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 123
8 Caring for Your Notebook 8 Caring for Your Notebook Your Notebook PC is a fully Windows compatible portable personal computer with the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. Lightweight and compact, your Notebook PC runs on a whole wide range of general business, personal - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 124
by following these guidelines. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. • Before cleaning the notebook computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter, car adapter and so on). • When cleaning, do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 125
you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the notebook computer to the power - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 126
you should first disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from the notebook when replacing any internal notebook. Also never spray any liquids directly on the computer case, keyboard, or screen. If the liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen has become smeared or dusty, clean the screen - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 127
8 Caring for Your Notebook 8.3 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a big part. After a good working session, the typical routine is to shut the machine and close the cover. But the display surface - no - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 128
Notebook User Guide • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows C. • Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas. Never use an for longer than 1 month without plugging in the power adapter. • Do not leave battery in storage for more than - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 129
8 Caring for Your Notebook • You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on instructions: • Backup all needed files on your hard disk before traveling. • Recharge your battery overnight to ensure full battery power before you leave. • Don't forget to bring along the AC adapter - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 130
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not be exactly the same with your computer as specification is subject to change without notice or modifying this manual. Designed with an advanced modular architecture, your Notebook PC also allows you for several levels of customization and expansion that are previously available only on desktop - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 132
Notebook User Guide System Specification PROCESSOR UNIT • Socket N (479 pin) for uFC-PGA (478-pins) CPU • Above 2.4GHz Intel Mobile Pentium 4 or Desktop Pentium 4 CPU at 533/800MHz FSB speed with Hyper Threading technology. • Support SpeedStep technology for Mobile Pentium 4 CPU • 512KB integrated - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 133
be replaced with CD-ROM • 4 in 1 (SD, MMC, SmartMedia, Memory Stick) card reader AUDIO SYSTEM • Full-duplex 16-bit stereo speaker with wavetable support • H/W Audio Sound Blaster 16 compatible • Built-in dual speakers • Stereo Line-In Jack for connecting an external audio device. • Audio input jacks - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 134
Notebook User Guide PCMCIA • 32-bit CardBus PCI Local Bus PCMCIA controller • Supports 1 x Type II PC card • Supports 32-bit Cardbus Cards, and 16-bit PC Cards GLIDE PAD Integrated Glide Pad pointing device with left, right and scroll buttons. KEYBOARD • Full-sized 88-keys keyboard with Windows - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 135
A System Information INFRARED PORT 1 x IR port 820.11b Wireless LAN (BTO) AC/DC POWER SUPPLY ADAPTER Universal auto-switching 150W (100V~240V) adapter BATTERY • Rechargeable 12 Cells Li-ion battery pack with Smart Battery function • 1.5 hours of usage (when run ZD Battery Mark diagnostic program) • - Compaq Presario B1000 | Compaq Presario B1000 Notebook PC Series - Notebook Comp - Page 136
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Notebook Computer User Guide
Original Issue: 2003/9
This manual guides you in setting up and using your new notebook computer.
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