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2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 3
TouchPad preferences 16 Keyboard ...17 Hotkeys ...17 Hotkey quick reference 18 Hotkey procedures 18 Display and clear system information (fn+esc 18 Open the Help and Support Center (fn+f1 19 Open the Print Options window (fn+f2 19 Open a Web browser (fn+f3 19 Switch the screen image (fn+f4 - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 4
26 Using an external numeric keypad 26 Enabling or disabling num lock mode as you work 26 3 Power Power control and light locations ...27 Power sources ...29 Connecting the AC adapter 30 Standby and hibernation ...31 Standby ...31 Hibernation ...31 Initiating standby, hibernation or shutdown 32 - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 5
3: Recharging the battery pack 47 Conserving battery power 47 Conserving power as you work 47 Selecting power conservation settings 48 Storing a battery pack ...48 Disposing of a used battery pack 48 4 Drives Drive care ...49 IDE drive light ...50 Hard drive ...51 Optical drives ...54 Inserting - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 6
Observing the copyright warning 71 6 External Devices Using a USB device ...72 Connecting a USB device 72 Stopping a USB device ...73 Required USB software ...73 7 Memory Modules Adding or replacing memory modules 74 Effects of increasing memory ...77 Index ...78 vi ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 7
1 Notebook Tour Components This chapter explains the hardware features of the computer. To see a list of installed hardware in the computer: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information. 3. Select Hardware tab > Device Manager. You can - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 8
(1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Embedded numeric keypad keys (5) Windows applications key (6) Function keys Description Displays in combination with a function key or the esc key. Displays the Microsoft Windows Start menu. Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 9
and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking. (2) Left TouchPad button* (3) TouchPad horizontal scroll zone* (4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Scrolls left - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 10
switches Component (1) Wireless button* (2) Power button* (3) Volume down button (4) Volume up button (5) Volume mute button *This table describes computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 11
fully charged. If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low-battery condition. (5) IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (6) Num lock light On: Num lock is - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 12
if the display is closed while the notebook is turned on. CAUTION The internal display switch is magnetic. Keep diskettes and other magnetic media away from magnetic fields, which can erase data. Component (1) Speakers (2) (2) Display release button Description Produce system sound. Opens the - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 13
Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. CAUTION To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 14
, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Connects an optional computer headset microphone or a microphone. Connects an optional USB device. Reads an optical disc. Connects an optional modem cable. Connects an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. 8 Chapter 1 Notebook Tour ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 15
Left-side components Component (1) Security cable slot (2) External monitor port (3) S-Video-out jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) USB ports (2) Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 16
Battery bay (2) Battery pack release latch (3) Memory module compartment (4) Hard drive bay (5) Vents (2)† Description Holds the primary battery pack.* Releases the battery pack from the battery bay. Contains the memory module slots. Holds the hard drive . *Battery packs vary by model. - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 17
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, there are at least 2 wireless antennae that send and receive wireless device signals. They are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 18
(1) Battery pack* (2) AC adapter Powers the computer when the computer is not connected to external power. Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. *Battery packs and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 1 Notebook Tour - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 19
service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. ● Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Microsoft Windows Product Key. You may need the Product Key to update or troubleshoot modem approval label is affixed inside the memory door. ● Wireless certification labels-Provide - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 20
with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a stand-alone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power cord supplied by or approved for this computer. The - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 21
2 TouchPad and Keyboard TouchPad The following illustration and table describe the computer TouchPad. Component Description (1) TouchPad* (2) Left TouchPad button* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 22
the computer. Setting TouchPad preferences Mouse Properties in Microsoft® Windows® allows you to customize settings for pointing devices, including has reached the edge of the TouchPad (disabled by default). ● Button preference, which allows you to switch between left-hand and right and Keyboard ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 23
The following sections provide information on the keyboard features of the notebook. Hotkeys Hotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and either the esc key (2) or one of the function keys (3). The icons on the f1 through - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 24
screen. In the Windows fn+esc display, the version of the system BIOS (basic input-output system) is displayed as the BIOS date. On some computer models, the BIOS date is displayed in decimal format. The BIOS date is sometimes called the system ROM version number. 18 Chapter 2 TouchPad and Keyboard - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 25
computer and Windows features. ● Updates for your Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on your computer. ● Checkups for computer functionality. ● Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures. ● Links to support specialists. You - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 26
of devices that use them, are supported by the fn+f4 hotkey: ● LCD (computer display) ● External VGA (most restore from hibernation, briefly press the power button. To resume from standby, briefly press the power button, use the TouchPad, press any key on the keyboard, or press a TouchPad button - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 27
, you must set a Windows user password or a Windows administrator password. For instructions, refer to the Help and Support Center. To use QuickLock, press fn+f6 to display the Log On window and lock the computer. Then follow the instructions on the screen to enter your Windows user password or your - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 28
optional external keyboard. The following sections provide instructions for setting preferences within the Quick Launch Buttons control panel. For additional on-screen information about any item on the control panel, select the help button in the upper-right corner of the window. The help button is - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 29
can set icon and external keyboard assignments in the Quick Launch Button control panel. Displaying the Quick Launch Buttons icon To show or hide the Quick Launch Buttons Properties icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, or on the Windows desktop: 1. Open the Quick Launch - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 30
the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, or on the Windows desktop. 2. Click the Advanced tab. Then: ● To display and enable the Settings tab, select the Allow users to modify button assignments on external keyboard check box. - or - ● To disable and hide the Settings tab, clear the - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 31
Keypads The computer has an embedded numeric keypad and also supports an optional external numeric keypad or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. Component (1) fn key (2) num lock light (3) num lk key (4) Embedded numeric keypad Using the embedded numeric keypad - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 32
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions by using the fn key or the fn+shift key combination. ● To change the function of a keypad key - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 33
to exit standby. ● In hibernation, briefly press to exit hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. On: The computer is on. Blinking: The computer is - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 34
pack is charging or is close to full charge capacity. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. Off: If the computer is plugged into an - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 35
● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter Charge or calibrate a battery pack in the computer External power supplied through ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter Install or modify system software or write to a CD External power supplied through or DVD ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter WARNING - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 36
an electric shock from a system that is not properly grounded. To connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector on the computer (1). 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3). 30 Chapter - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 37
remove memory modules. Do not insert or remove any hard drives or optical drives. Do not connect or disconnect external devices. Hibernation saves your work to a hibernation file on the hard drive, and then shuts down the computer. The power lights are turned off. When you restore from hibernation - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 38
is stored in random access memory (RAM), and then the screen is cleared. When the computer is in standby, it uses less power than when it is on. Your work returns instantly to the screen when you resume from standby. Hibernation saves your work to a hibernation file on the hard drive, and then shuts - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 39
When using wireless communication or readable or writable media (select models only) CAUTION To prevent possible audio and video degradation, or loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate standby or hibernation while reading or writing to a CD, DVD, or external media card. To - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 40
is unresponsive and you are unable to use normal Windows shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 41
The screen clears. ● Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand by. In Windows XP Professional, if Stand by is not displayed: a. Press the down arrow. b. Select Stand by from the list. c. Click OK. ● Close the computer. No action required. ● ● If the computer is running on battery power, ● the - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 42
Procedure Result Initiate hibernation. ● Press the power button. ● The power lights are turned off. - or - ● The screen clears. ● Select Start > Turn Off Computer. Then, hold down the shift key as you select Hibernate. In Windows XP Professional, if hibernate is not displayed: a. Press - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 43
options You can change many default power settings in Windows Control Panel. For example, you can set an audio alert to warn you when the battery pack reaches a low-power condition, or you can change the default settings for the power button. By default, when the computer is on: ● Pressing the fn - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 44
, depending on whether the computer is running on battery or external power. You can also set a power scheme that initiates standby or turns off the display or hard drive after a time interval that you specify. To set a power scheme: 1. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 45
obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as a printer, or a power than on battery power. If the battery power is extremely low, the computer may attempt to conserve power by reducing processor speed and graphics performance. Windows XP - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 46
When the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on AC power. If the computer contains a charged battery pack and is running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the computer. You can - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 47
in the computer charges whenever the computer is connected to external power through an AC adapter or an optional power adapter. A battery pack inserted in the computer charges whether the computer is off or in use, but the battery pack charges faster while the computer is off. Charging may be - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 48
instructions, refer to "Calibrating a battery pack." Displaying charge information on the screen This section explains how to access and interpret battery charge indicators. Viewing charge displays To view information about the status of any battery pack in the computer: ● Double-click the Power - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 49
the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Some lowbattery condition alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights. Identifying low-battery conditions This section explains how to identify - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 50
hibernation, do not restore power until the power lights are turned off. When external power is available To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is available, connect one of the following adapters: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter When a charged battery pack is available To - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 51
2. Connect the computer to an AC adapter or optional power adapter, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery light on the computer is turned on. 3. Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery pack is fully charged. The battery light on the computer is - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 52
discharge process: ● The monitor will not turn off automatically. ● Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ● System-initiated hibernation will not occur. To fully discharge a battery pack: 1. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, at the far - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 53
battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is turned off. 3. Access the Power Schemes tab by selecting Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power fn+f8 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as you need it. ● Use optional powered speakers instead of the internal - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 54
a screen saver. ● Select a Power Scheme with low power-use settings. For more information, refer to "Setting or changing a power scheme." Storing a battery pack WARNING! To avoid potential safety issues, use only the battery pack provided with the computer, a replacement battery pack provided by HP - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 55
excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer when the drive is writing to a medium. The write process is sensitive to vibration. When the battery pack is the only source of power, ensure that the battery pack is sufficiently charged before - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 56
IDE drive light The IDE drive light blinks when either the primary hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. 50 Chapter 4 Drives ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 57
not sure whether the computer is off or in hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. To remove the hard drive: 1. Save your work. 2. Shut down the computer and close the display. 3. Turn the computer upside down, with - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 58
7. Lift the hard drive away from the computer (2). To install a hard drive: 1. Lower the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1). 2. Slide the hard drive toward the hard drive connector (2) until it is fully seated. 3. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 4. - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 59
5. Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3). ENWW Hard drive 53 - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 60
/CD-RW Drive Yes Yes No No DVD±RW Double Layer Yes Yes Yes No LightScribe DVD±RW Double Layer Yes Yes Yes Yes Some of the optical drives listed may not be supported by your computer. The listed drives are not necessarily all of the supported optical drives. 54 Chapter 4 Drives ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 61
Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the CD or DVD by the edges dialog box opens. It prompts you to select how you want to use the media content. ENWW Optical drives 55 - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 62
) If the computer is running on external or battery power: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray (2). 3. Remove the . 4. Close the media tray and place the disc in a protective case. 56 Chapter 4 Drives ENWW - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 63
Removing an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is unavailable: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2). 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 64
playback of a drive medium (such as a CD or DVD): ● Your playback may be interrupted. ● You may see the following warning: "Putting the computer into hibernation or standby may stop the playback. Do you want to continue?" Click No. ● You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume audio and video - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 65
create CDs or DVDs, depending on the type of installed drive and installed software. Identifying the installed optical drive To view the type of optical drive installed in the computer: ▲ Select Start > My Computer. The type of optical drive installed in the computer is displayed under Devices with - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 66
Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the CD or DVD by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces, and - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 67
) If the computer is running on external or battery power: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray (2). 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 68
Removing an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is unavailable: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2). 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 69
of the fn key (1) and 4 of the function keys. You can use these keys to control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted in the optical drive. NOTE To control the play of an inserted video CD, use the media activity controls in your video CD player application - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 70
button (2) Volume up button (3) Volume mute button (4) Audio-in (microphone) jack (5) Audio-out (headphone) jack (6) Speakers (2) Description Decreases computer sound. Increases computer sound. Turns off computer sound. Connects an optional computer headset or microphone. Connects optional powered - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 71
buttons: ● To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute button. ● To decrease the volume, press the volume down button. ● To increase the volume, press the volume up button. ● Microsoft® Windows Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. b. Click the Volume tab. - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 72
Using the video features The computer includes the following video features: ● S-Video-out jack that connects a range of video components that allow you to maximize your multimedia features ● External monitor port that connects a television, monitor, or projector to the computer Using the external - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 73
S-Video cable, available from most electronics retailers. If you are combining audio and video functions, such as playing a DVD movie on your computer . 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, as instructed in the documentation included with the device. 3. Press the fn+f4 keys to - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 74
audio CDs ● Creating, editing, and burning a video or movie to a DVD or video CD NOTE For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software user guides. These guides optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the installation instructions on the screen. - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 75
For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, select Windows Media Player. NOTE Some applications may be located in subfolders. 2. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. - or - 1. Insert the media disc - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 76
on battery power. Before writing to a disc, close all open applications except the disc software you are using. Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive, and - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 77
change settings through the operating system: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Right-click in the window and select Properties> Hardware tab > Device Manager. 3. Click DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the DVD drive for which you want to change region settings, and then click Properties. 4. Make the - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 78
be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer. A hub provides computer is available on select models only. The USB ports on the computer support USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. Connecting a USB device CAUTION To prevent - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 79
display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click Show Hidden Icons in the notification area. 3. Click Stop. Required USB software Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the user - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 80
can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all battery packs before - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 81
Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. b. With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory module compartment, press the module (2) into the memory module slot until it is seated. ENWW Adding or replacing memory modules 75 - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 82
into place. 10. Align the tabs (1) on the memory module compartment cover with the notches on the computer. 11. Close the cover (2). 12. Tighten the memory module compartment cover screw (3). 13. Replace the battery pack. 14. Reconnect external power and external devices. 15. Turn on the computer - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 83
Effects of increasing memory When random access memory (RAM) increases, the operating system increases the hard drive space reserved for the hibernation file. If you experience problems with hibernation after increasing memory, verify that the hard drive has enough free space to accommodate a larger - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 84
warning 71 cord, power, identifying 12 critical low-battery condition 43 D default power settings 34 display image, switching 18, 20 screen brightness hotkeys 18, 21 display release button 6 drive media 33 drives caring for 49 IDE drive light 50 optical 8 See also hard drive, optical drive DVD - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 85
pack release 10 lights battery 5, 28 caps lock 5 IDE drive 5, 50 mute 5 num lock 5 power 5, 27 wireless 5 LightScribe 54 lock, security cable 9 low-battery condition 43 M media activity hotkeys 63 media controls, hotkeys 18, 21 memory adding or replacing memory modules 74 displaying amount in - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 86
47 control and light locations 27 schemes 38 setting preferences 37 sources 29 power button 4, 27 power connector 8 power cord 12 power light 5, 27 Power Meter icon 37 power settings 34 power supply 32 Print Options window hotkey 18, 19 processor performance controls 39 Product Key 13 product name - Compaq Presario C300 | Notebook PC User Guide - Page 87
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