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Getting Started HP Compaq Business Notebook Series Document Part Number: 376311-001 November 2004 This guide explains how to set up your notebook hardware and software and begin using your notebook. Enhanced for Accessibility. - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 2
statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Getting Started HP Compaq Business Notebook Series First Edition November 2004 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 3
an RJ-11 Jack 1-6 Connecting the Modem with an Adapter 1-7 Step 4: Open the Notebook 1-8 Step 5: Connect the Notebook to External Power 1-9 Step 6: Charge the Battery Pack 1-10 Step 7: Turn On the Notebook 1-11 2 Software Setup Welcome to Microsoft Windows 2-2 Select Your Regional Preferences - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 4
Enable Communication Hardware 3-9 Set Up Internet Service 3-10 Preview the Help and Support Guide 3-12 4 Notebook Tour Top Components 4-2 TouchPad 4-2 4-17 Cables and Cord 4-18 Adapters and Battery Pack 4-19 Labels 4-20 Restoration and Documentation Discs 4-21 Index iv - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 5
any device, cable, or cord, unless instructed to do so. During hardware setup, you will 1. Identify the hardware you need to set up the notebook. 2. Insert the battery pack into the notebook. 3. Connect the modem, so you can register the notebook and operating system during software setup. 4. Open - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 6
Hardware Setup Step 1: Identify the Setup Hardware To set up the notebook for the first time, you need the notebook and the components listed in the following table. ✎ Power cords, AC adapters, modem cables, and modem adapters may vary in appearance. Component 1 Modem cable (included - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 7
3 AC adapter 4 Network cable (not included) Description Converts AC power to DC power. Connects the notebook to a network jack. 5 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) 6 Battery pack ✎ A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end. Adapts the modem - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 8
: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or damage to components, do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been connected to external power. To insert the battery pack: 1. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface. 2. Insert the alignment tab on the - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 9
an internal compartment of the notebook. Internal compartments include the memory compartment, the battery bay, and the hard drive bay. To connect the modem so that you can register your notebook and operating system during software setup: ■ Follow the instructions in this section for connecting - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 10
the Modem to an RJ-11 Jack To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that has an RJ-11 telephone jack: 1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an RJ-11 telephone wall jack. 2. If your modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference with - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 11
Modem with an Adapter To connect the modem to an analog telephone line that does not have an RJ-11 telephone wall jack: 1. Turn the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near a telephone wall jack. 2. If your modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference with TV and - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 12
Hardware Setup Step 4: Open the Notebook To open the notebook: 1. Place the notebook display-side up on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. 2. Press the display release button 1, and then lift the display 2. 1-8 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 13
to External Power To connect the notebook to external power: 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, and then into an electrical outlet 3. The battery light is turned on and the battery pack begins to charge. ✎ Power cords, AC adapters - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 14
light is on while the battery pack is charging. It is recommended that you leave the notebook connected to external power until the battery pack is fully charged and the battery light is turned off. A partially charged new battery pack can run the notebook, but battery charge displays will not be - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 15
: » Press the power/standby button 1. The power/standby button light and the power/standby light on the front of the notebook 2 are turned on and you are prompted to begin software setup. ✎ The power/standby button light and the power/standby light display the same information. - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 16
that the outlet is providing power, plug another device into the outlet.) ■ If you have installed a battery pack, make sure the battery pack is firmly seated. ■ Refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet (English only) included with the notebook to contact Customer Care. 1-12 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 17
can also change or add any settings you select or skip during the setup process. For instructions, refer to Chapter 2, "Managing Your Software," in the Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. Although you can register and set preferences later, it is usually easier and faster to complete - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 18
setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies. ■ During software setup, it is normal for some notebook models to pause occasionally for several minutes. These pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon. Welcome to Microsoft Windows The first window - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 19
Software Setup ■ To return to the previous window: Select the Back button in the lower-left corner of the window. (This button is unavailable on the first window, Welcome to Microsoft Windows.) ■ To skip a window without entering a preference: Select the Skip button in the lower-right corner of the - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 20
some languages include regional versions. The versions are shown in parentheses after the language name. ■ Time zone window-The operating system will set the notebook clock according to the time zone you confirm or select in the What time zone are you in? window. Notice that you can select a check - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 21
2 options: You can choose Back to return to the End-User License Agreement window or choose Shutdown to turn off the notebook. When you start the notebook after selecting Shutdown, the Welcome to Microsoft Windows window is displayed and you must begin software setup again. Getting Started 2-5 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 22
Software Setup Help Protect Your Notebook In the Help protect your PC window, you can choose to have your notebook automatically download and install Windows updates as they become available. The Automatic Updates feature helps protect your notebook by providing important security enhancements. It - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 23
in the Computer name text field or choose another name. For example, you may want to base your notebook name on a person's name, "David," or a location, "Familyroom." In order for your notebook name to be displayed on a network, the name ■ Must be no longer than 15 characters. ■ Must include only - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 24
the bottom of the window. If you connected your modem during the hardware setup in Chapter 1, "Hardware Setup," or have connected the notebook to the Internet by another method, the Connecting to online registration window is displayed. This window describes the progress of your registration. If - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 25
as display and security settings, personal files, screen savers, and the appearance of the Windows desktop. When you start or restart the notebook, a prompt to select a user account is displayed. When a user account is selected, Windows opens according to the preferences set by that user - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 26
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Steps ✎ All software instructions in your notebook documentation describe Microsoft® Windows® XP procedures based on the default Windows XP category view. For information about switching between Windows XP classic view and Windows XP category view, select Start > Help and Support > Customizing your - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 28
antivirus software must be updated. Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on your notebook. For information about using and updating your Norton AntiVirus software: » Select Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus >Help and Support. For more information about computer viruses: 1. Select Start > Help and - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 29
system feature that enables you to undo harmful changes to your notebook software by restoring your software to an earlier time, called a restore point manually: 1. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore. 2. Select Create a restore point, and then follow the instructions on the screen - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 30
external power through the AC adapter. 2. Select Start > Help and Support > System Restore. 3. Select Restore my computer to an earlier time, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Protect Your Privacy When you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 31
for Windows XP disc may have been included with your notebook to provide additional updates delivered after the computer was configured. 1. Insert the disc into the drive. (The disc automatically runs the installation application.) 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all updates. (This - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 32
firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall. Protect the Notebook from Power Surges To protect the notebook from the power surges that electrical storm, either run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord. 3-6 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 33
work habits for computer users. The Safety and Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and on the Notebook Documentation CD that is included with the product. Å WARNING - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 34
for at least 4 seconds. ■ Unplug the notebook from external power by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet. Then remove the battery pack. For instructions on removing the battery pack, refer to the Hardware and Software Guide on the Notebook Documentation CD. 3-8 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 35
your notebook (select models only). For more information about modem, wireless, cable, DSL and network connections, select Start > Help and Support. The Help and Support utility provides hardware and software information, instructions, tutorials, and wizards that can help you set up or troubleshoot - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 36
on your desktop. In all locations, you can set up Internet service by using the Windows Internet Connection wizard. Using Easy Internet Sign-Up If the Easy Internet Sign-Up utility is supported in the country in which you purchased your notebook, you can access the utility by using either of the - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 37
Services. To set up a new Internet account or configure your notebook to use an existing account, double-click an icon, and then follow the instructions To access the Internet Connection wizard and instructions for using the wizard: 1. Select Start > Help and Support. 2. In the Search text field, - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 38
setup, and setting additional preferences. ■ Instructions for installing additional software. ■ Tips for quick troubleshooting. ■ Procedures for repairing or reinstalling your drivers, operating system, and other preinstalled software. By previewing the Help and Support Guide now, you will know how - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 39
Tour This chapter identifies the visible hardware features of your notebook. To find out how to use a feature, such as hotkeys, or to find out about a general topic, such as Standby or Hibernation, refer to the Hardware and Software Guide on the Notebook Documentation CD. Getting Started 4-1 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 40
Notebook Tour Top Components TouchPad Component 1 TouchPad light 2 TouchPad* 3 Left and right TouchPad buttons (2)* 4 TouchPad left/right scroll zone* Description On: TouchPad is enabled. Moves the - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 41
button Enables/disables the TouchPad. *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the functions of TouchPad features, refer to the Hardware and Software Guide on the Notebook Documentation CD. Getting Started 4-3 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 42
with the fn key, the function keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys. For more information, refer to the Hardware and Software Guide on the Notebook Documentation CD. Combines with other keys to perform system tasks, and activates hotkeys. For example, pressing fn+f8 increases screen brightness - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 43
Component Description Power/standby button* When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation power/standby button for at least 4 seconds to turn off the notebook. *This table describes default settings. For information about changing the - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 44
Notebook Tour Lights Component 1 Caps lock light 2 Num lock light 3 Wireless light Description On: Caps lock is on. On: Num lock or the numeric keypad is on. On: An integrated wireless device has been enabled (select models only). 4-6 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 45
Buttons Notebook Tour Component 1 Volume down button 2 Volume up button 3 Volume mute button 4 Wireless button Description Decreases system volume. Increases system volume. Mutes or restores system volume. Turns the wireless network device on and off (select models only). Getting Started 4-7 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 46
integrated wireless device has been enabled (select models only). On: Notebook is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. On: Internal hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. On: Battery pack is charging. Blinking: Battery pack has reached a low-battery condition. 4-8 Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 47
Rear Components Connectors, Jacks and Ports Notebook Tour Component 1 Power connector 2 USB port 3 S-Video-out jack 4 External monitor port 5 Security cable slot card. Connects an optional VGA external monitor or projector. Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. Getting Started 4-9 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 48
Notebook Tour Vent Component Exhaust vent Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, to block airflow. 4-10 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 49
Notebook Tour Left-Side Components Connectors, Jacks and Components Component 1 USB port 2 Audio-in (microphone) jack 3 Audio-out (headphone) jack 4 Optical drive or VCR. Supports an optical disc. 5 Optical drive release button Opens the optical drive. *The type of optical drive, such as - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 50
Notebook Tour Vent Component Exhaust vent Description Provides airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, to block airflow. 4-12 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 51
Right-Side Components Notebook Tour Component 1 Digital Media Slot 2 PC Card eject button 3 PC Card slot 4 ExpressCard slot 5 Digital drive bay Description Supports the following optional digital cards: SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card, SD I/O Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 52
Notebook Tour Component Description 6 Digital drive eject button Ejects an optional HP USB Digital Drive from the digital drive bay. 7 USB ports (2) notebook expansion product. For more information, refer to the Hardware and Software Guide on the Notebook Documentation CD. *The notebook - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 53
Tour Bottom Components Bays and Memory Compartment Component 1 Memory compartment 2 Battery pack release latch 3 Battery bay 4 Hard drive bay Description Contains 2 memory slots. Depending on the model, when the notebook is shipped, either one or both memory slots are filled with a replaceable - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 54
Notebook Tour Vents Component Vents (8) Description Provide airflow to cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick clothing, to block airflow. 4-16 Getting - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 55
Tour Additional Standard Components The components included with the notebook vary by region, country, notebook model, and the optional hardware ordered. The following sections identify the standard external accessories and components included with most notebook models. Getting Started 4-17 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 56
a 6-pin RJ-11 telephone connector at each end. 2 Power cord* Connects the AC adapter to an AC outlet. 3 Network cable (not included) Connects the notebook to a network jack. ✎ A network cable has an 8-pin RJ-45 network connector at each end. *Power cord and modem cables vary in appearance by - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 57
1 AC adapter 2 Country-specific modem adapter (included by region as required) 3 Battery pack Description Converts AC power to DC power. Adapts the modem cable to a non-RJ-11 telephone jack. Provides power to the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. Getting Started 4-19 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 58
and a code describing the original configuration of the notebook. You will need the notebook serial number if you call customer support. ■ The modem approvals label, which is located inside the hard drive cover, provides regulatory information. ■ Wireless certification labels, which are specific - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 59
information about the notebook, refer to the Notebook Documentation CD, which includes this guide and the following guides: ❏ Maintenance, Shipping and Travel ❏ Troubleshooting ❏ Modem and Networking ❏ Regulatory and Safety Notices ❏ Safety and Comfort Guide ❏ Help and Support Guide Getting Started - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 60
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battery bay identifying 4-15 inserting battery pack 1-4 battery light 1-10, 4-8 battery pack charging 1-10 identifying 1-3, 4-19 inserting 1-4 battery pack release latch 4-15 buttons digital drive eject 4-14 display release 4-8 optical drive release 4-11 PC support 4-21 Getting Started Index-1 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 62
4-10, 4-12, 4-16 firewall software 3-6 fn key 4-4 function keys 4-4 H hard drive bay 4-15 hardware features 4-1 identifying 1-2 setting up 1-1 headphone jack 4-11 Help and Support Guide 3-12, 4-21 Help and Support utility 1-5, 3-9, 3-12 help, documentation 4-21 Hibernation initiating 4-5 restoring - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 63
battery 1-10, 4-8 caps lock 4-6 IDE drive 4-8 num lock 4-6 power/standby 4-8 TouchPad 4-2 wireless 4-6 locked system 3-8, 4-5 M Maintenance, Shipping and Travel guide , external 4-9 MultiMediaCard 4-13 mute button 4-7 N naming notebook 2-7 navigation, software setup 2-2 network cable connecting 4-14 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 64
notebook 1-8 operating system installing 2-1 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 4-20 Product Key number 4-20 registration 2-8 optical drive release button 4-11 optical drives 4-11 P PC Card eject button 4-13 PC 2-1 notebook 2-8 operating system 2-8 Regulatory and Safety Notices guide 4-21 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 65
modem approvals label 4-20 serial number 4-20 wireless certification label 4-20 troubleshooting 4-21 locked system 3-8, 4-5 notebook does not turn on 1-12 Troubleshooting guide 4-21 turning off notebook 3-8 turning on notebook 1-11 U USB ports 4-9, 4-11, 4-14 user accounts 2-9 V vents bottom 4-16 - Compaq Presario X6100 | Getting Started - Enhanced for Accessibility - Page 66
Index Windows XP category view 3-1 classic view 3-1 wireless button 4-7 wireless certification labels 4-20 wireless devices, enabling 3-9 wireless light 4-6 X xD-Picture Card 4-13 Index-6 Getting Started
Getting Started
HP Compaq Business Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 376311-001
November 2004
This guide explains how to set up your notebook hardware and
software and begin using your notebook.
Enhanced for Accessibility.