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b Getting Started Compaq Notebook Series Document Part Number: 355449-001 August 2004 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software and begin using your notebook. - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 2
and Windows are 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 Compaq Notebook Series First Edition August 2004 Reference Number: V2000 Document Part - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 3
the Setup Hardware 1-2 Step 2: Insert the Battery Pack 1-3 Step 3: Connect the Modem 1-4 Step 4: Connect the Notebook to External Power 1-7 Step 5: Open the Notebook 1-8 Step 6: Turn On the Notebook 1-9 2 Software Setup Welcome to Windows 2-2 Select Your Regional Preferences 2-3 Accept the - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 4
Service 3-9 Preview the Help and Support Guide 3-11 4 Notebook Tour Top Components 4-2 Keys 4-2 TouchPad 4-3 Power Controls Right-Side Components 4-14 Bottom Components 4-15 Mini PCI and Memory Compartments 4-15 Bays, Battery Latch and Vents 4-16 Additional Components 4-17 Hardware 4-17 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 5
from external power. ❏ Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation. ❏ Do connect your modem as instructed in the "Step 3: Connect the Modem" section later in this chapter, but do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any other device, cable, or cord. Getting Started - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 6
cable. (If you purchased the notebook in a country where RJ-11 jacks are not standard, a modem adapter specific to the country in which you purchased the notebook is included with the notebook.) (Power cords, modem cables, and modem adapters vary by region and country. Battery packs vary by model - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 7
upside down on a flat surface. 2. Pivot the battery pack into the battery bay until the battery pack is firmly seated. Ä CAUTION: To prevent a lack of response when you turn on the notebook at step 5, make sure the battery pack is firmly seated. (Battery packs vary by model.) Getting Started 1-3 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 8
with an Adapter" section later in this chapter. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the modem from the telephone network before accessing an internal compartment of the notebook. Internal compartments include the memory compartment, the battery bay, and the hard drive bay - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 9
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 AC outlet. 2. If your modem cable has noise suppression circuitry 1, which prevents interference with TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 10
modem cable into the RJ-11 (modem) jack on the notebook 2. 4. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem adapter 3. 5. Plug the country-specific modem adapter into an RJ-11 telephone jack 4. (Modem cables, modem adapters, and telephone wall jacks vary in appearance by region and country - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 11
To connect the notebook to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power connector 1. (The power connector is on the rear of the notebook.) 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2, and then into an AC outlet 3. When the notebook receives AC power, the battery pack begins to - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 12
Hardware Setup Step 5: Open the Notebook To open the notebook: 1. Press the display release button 1 to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2. 1-8 Getting Started - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 13
Hardware Setup Step 6: Turn On the Notebook » To turn on the notebook, press the power button 1. The power button light 2 and the power/standby light 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software setup. ✎ The power button light and the power/standby light display the same information. The - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 14
process. For instructions, refer to Chapter 2, "Managing Your Software," in the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. Although you the notebook screen. Ä CAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system language before a window called Welcome to Microsoft® Windows® - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 15
without entering a preference, select the Skip button in the lower right-hand corner of the window. (This button is unavailable on the first and some succeeding windows.) To navigate in a window, slide your finger on the TouchPad 1 in the direction that you want to move the cursor. To select an - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 16
you can select a check box to set the notebook clock to adjust to daylight saving time. Accept the License Agreements In the End User License Agreement window, you must accept both the Microsoft End-User License Agreement and the HP Software Product License Agreement to continue with software setup - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 17
as well as spaces and special characters. For example, you could describe your notebook as "David's game machine." Register Online In the Register Online with Hewlett-Packard window, you can ■ Register your notebook-Complete the text fields. ■ Register your operating system-Select the Also Register - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 18
the "Step 3: Connect the Modem" section 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 you are unable to send your registration - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 19
. ✎ 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 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 20
on your notebook. ■ For information about using and updating your Norton AntiVirus software, select Start > All Programs > Norton AntiVirus. Then select the Help & Support button. ■ For supplementary information about your Norton AntiVirus software, including troubleshooting procedures, select - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 21
driver, and operating system files. The notebook that you manually set restore instructions on the screen. Restoring to a Restore Point To restore the notebook to a restore point: 1. Make sure the notebook is connected to a reliable AC outlet through the AC adapter. 2. Select Start > Help and Support - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 22
about updating your operating system, refer to the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. ■ Use a firewall. The Windows operating system firewall, Internet Connection Firewall, is available on your notebook, but is disabled by default. To learn more about this firewall - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 23
documentation or contact the firewall manufacturer. Protect the Notebook from Power Surges To protect the notebook from the power surges that might be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm: ■ Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Surge - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 24
compaq.com/ergo, on the notebook hard drive, and on the Documentation CD included with the notebook. Å WARNING: To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or use the notebook on your lap for extended periods.The notebook is designed to run demanding applications at full power - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 25
Then ❏ If the notebook is running Windows XP Home, select Shut Down > Turn Off. ❏ If the notebook is running Windows XP Professional, select Shut down from the drop-down list, and then select OK. ■ If the notebook does not respond to the ctrl+alt+delete procedure, press and hold the power button for - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 26
. b. Follow the instructions in the "Step 3: Connect the Modem" section of Chapter 1, "Hardware Setup." c. Start your notebook in Windows. d. Then proceed to "Set Up Internet Service" next in this chapter. For information about setting up a wireless device, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 27
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 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 28
icons might be displayed either individually on the Windows desktop or grouped in a desktop folder named Online 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 on the screen. Using the Internet - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 29
for quick troubleshooting. ■ Procedures for repairing or reinstalling your drivers, operating system, and other preinstalled software. ■ Information about contacting Customer Care by telephone or email and about taking your notebook to a service partner. By previewing the Help and Support Guide now - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 30
Documentation CD. The methods you can use to learn more about the features on your notebook are described in the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. The Help and Support Guide is also provided on the Documentation CD. ✎ Some of the hardware features illustrated and described - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 31
Notebook Tour Top Components Keys Component 1 fn key 2 Function keys (12) 3 Keypad keys (15) 4 Windows applications key 5 Windows logo key Description Combines with other keys to perform system tasks. For example, pressing fn+f7 decreases screen brightness. Perform system and application tasks. - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 32
TouchPad Notebook Tour Component Description 1 TouchPad* Moves the pointer. 2 TouchPad light On: TouchPad is enabled. 3 TouchPad button the functions of TouchPad components, refer to Chapter 3, "Keyboard," in the Hardware and Software Guide on the Documentation CD. Getting Started 4-3 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 33
Notebook Tour Power Controls Component 1 Display switch* 2 Power button* Description If the notebook is closed while on, initiates Standby. When the notebook is ■ Off, press to turn on the notebook. ■ On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation. ■ In Standby, briefly press to resume from Standby. ■ - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 34
about establishing a wireless link, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless. ‡The power button light and the power/standby light (on the front of the notebook) display the same information. The power button light is visible only when the notebook is open; the power/standby light is visible when the - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 35
Notebook Tour Wireless and Volume Buttons Component 1 Wireless button (available on select models) must already be set up. For information about establishing a wireless connection from Windows, visit http://www.hp.com/go/wireless. Decreases system volume. Increases system volume. Mutes or restores - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 36
Antennae Notebook Tour Component Description Antennae (2)* Send and receive wireless device signals. Å Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 37
is turned on. Blinking: Notebook is in Standby. Off: Notebook is off. 3 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light On or blinking: The internal hard drive or an optical drive is being accessed. 4 Battery light On: The battery pack is charging. Blinking: The battery pack has reached a low - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 38
(headphone) jack Description Produce stereo sound. Opens the notebook. Connects an optional monaural (single sound channel) microphone. Connects optional headphones or powered stereo speakers. Also connects the audio function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. Getting Started - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 39
to cool internal components. 2 Power connector Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Connects the AC adapter cable. *The notebook has 4 vents. This and - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 40
Tour Component Description 1 Monitor port Connects an optional VGA monitor or projector. 2 Expansion port (available on select models)* Connects the notebook to an optional Expansion Base. 3 RJ-45 (network) jack Connects an optional network cable. 4 RJ-11 (modem) jack 5 USB port† Connects - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 41
Notebook Tour PC Card Slot and Button Component 1 PC Card slot 2 PC Card eject button Description Supports an optional Type I or Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card. Ejects an optional PC Card from the PC Card slot. 4-12 Getting Started - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 42
Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Attaches an optional security cable to the notebook. ✎ The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 43
models) 5 Optical drive‡ On: An optional digital memory card is being accessed. Supports an optical disc. 6 S-Video-out jack (available on select models) Connects an optional S-Video device, such as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector, or video capture card. *The notebook has 3 USB ports - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 44
device and then receive a warning message, remove the device to restore notebook functionality. Then contact your Customer Care Center. Contains 2 memory slots that support replaceable memory modules. The number of preinstalled memory modules varies by notebook model. Getting Started 4-15 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 45
, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Holds the internal hard drive. *Battery packs vary by model. †The notebook has 4 vents. One vent is also visible on the left side of the notebook, and one vent is also visible on the rear of the - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 46
1 AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. 2 Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. 3 Battery pack* Powers the notebook when the notebook is not connected to external power. 4 Modem cable* Connects a modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country-specific modem adapter - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 47
more information about the recovery software and the Documentation CD, and for software installation instructions (including instructions for installing preloaded software), refer to the printed Help and Support Guide included with your notebook. The Help and Support Guide is also available on the - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 48
Labels The labels affixed to the notebook provide information you might need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the notebook. ■ Service Tag-Provides the product name, product number (P/N), and serial number (S/N) of your notebook. You might need the product number - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 49
Reader light 4-14 6-in-1 Memory Reader slot 4-14 A AC adapter connecting 1-7 identifying 1-2, 4-17 antennae 4-1, 4-7 antivirus software 3-2 application recovery disc 4-18 applications reinstalling or repairing 3-11, 4-18 See also software applications key, Windows 4-2 audio-in (microphone) jack - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 50
4-19 classic view, Windows 3-1 clock, setting notebook 2-3 compartments memory 4-15 Mini PCI 4-15 See also bays connector, power 4-10 See also jacks; ports cord, power connecting 1-7 identifying 1-2, 4-17 surge protection 3-5 See also cables country-specific modem adapter connecting 1-6 identifying - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 51
Index H hard drive bay 4-16 headphone (audio-out) jack 4-9 Help and Support Guide 4-18 Hewlett-Packard Registration Privacy Statement 2-4 Hibernation 1-1 hotkeys 4-2 HP Software Product License Agreement 2-3 I IDE drive light 4-8 identifying components bottom 4-15 front 4-8 left-side 4-10 rear 4-10 - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 52
slot 4-14 Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro 4-14 microphone (audio-in) jack 4-9 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label 4-19 Microsoft End User License Agreement 2-3 Microsoft Windows Registration Privacy Statement 2-4 Mini PCI compartment 4-15 modem connecting 1-4, 3-8 country-specific adapter - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 53
operating system, Windows reinstalling or repairing 4-18 optical drive 4-14 overheating, safety considerations 3-6 P PC Card eject button 4-12 PC Card slot 4-12 ports 1394 4-14 expansion port 4-11 monitor 4-11 USB 4-11, 4-14 See also connector, power; jacks power connecting the notebook to external - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 54
repairing software accessing instructions 3-11 recovery discs 4-18 System Restore 3-3 release latch, battery pack 4-16 restore point 3-3 RJ-11 (modem) jack 1-4, 4-11 RJ-45 (network) jack 4-11 S Safety & Comfort Guide 3-6 scrolling regions, TouchPad 4-3 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card 4-14 security - HP Presario V2000 | Getting Started - Page 55
19 turning off notebook 3-7 turning on notebook 1-9 U USB ports 4-11, 4-14 user account settings, software setup 2-5 V vents, exhaust 4-10, 4-13, 4-16 viruses, computer 3-2 volume down button 4-6 volume mute button 4-6 volume up button 4-6 W Windows applications key 4-2 Windows category vs. classic
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Getting Started
Compaq Notebook Series
Document Part Number: 355449-001
August 2004
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software
and begin using your notebook.