Compaq Microcom 6000 Operating and maintenance manual

Hardware Reference Guide

Compaq Presario 6000 Series Computer

Document Part Number: 277956-001

March 2002

This guide provides information on identifying computer components

and upgrading this series of computers.

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Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions

contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without

warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for

Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements

accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as

constituting an additional warranty.

ÅWARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow

directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

ÄCAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow

directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.

Hardware Reference Guide

First Edition (March 2002)

Document Part Number: 277956-001

Hardware Reference Guide iii

Contents

1 A Look at the Computer

Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1

Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3

Mouse Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5

Using the Scroll Mouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Using the Wireless Wheel Mouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

Using the USB Optical Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7

2 Keyboard Features

Easy Access Keyboard Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Using the Easy Access Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Customizing the Easy Access Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Using the Windows Logo Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Identifying System Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6

Smart Card Keyboard Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–7

Using the Smart Card Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

3 Computer Upgrades

Preparing the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Removing or Upgrading a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Locating Drive Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Removing A Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Replacing or Adding a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9

Upgrading or Replacing Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–11

Removing a Memory Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12

Replacing or Adding a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–14

Removing or Installing an Expansion Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–16

Reassembling the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–21

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Contents

A Electrostatic Discharge

Preventing Electrostatic Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

When Handling Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

When Installing Internal Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1

B Specifications

Index

Hardware Reference Guide 1–1

A Look at the Computer

Front Panel Components

1Optical drives Depending on your computer model, may be

a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM or

DVD-R/RW drive.

2Optical drive activity lights When lit, indicates that the optical drive is

being accessed.

3Diskette drive Reads and writes information onto a

3.5-inch diskette.

1–2 Hardware Reference Guide

A Look at the Computer

4Diskette drive activity light When lit, indicates that the diskette drive is

being accessed. (Do not remove the diskette

while the light is on.)

5Power-on light When lit, indicates power is on.

61394 port (available on select

models)

Connects digital video equipment and allows

fast data transfer to your computer.

7Optical drive eject buttons Releases the disc tray.

8Diskette eject button Ejects the diskette from the diskette drive.

9Power button Turns on the computer. To turn off the

Computer, use the operating system “Turn

Off Computer” command.

:Hard drive activity light When lit, indicates that the hard drive is

being accessed.

;USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports Connects USB devices, such as a USB

gamepads, joysticks and video games. The

number of USB ports you have on your

computer will vary depending on your model

✎Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.

Front Panel Components (Continued)

Hardware Reference Guide 1–3

A Look at the Computer

Rear Panel Components

1Voltage select switch

(available on select models)

Selects 230 volts (for some areas in Asia,

Africa, Australia and Europe) or 115 volts (for

North America, South America, and Japan).

This switch may be factory set to 230 volts.

Before plugging the power cord into an

electrical outlet be sure the switch is set to your

regional requirement.

ÄFailure to set the switch to the correct

regional voltage requirement may damage

your internal components.

2Power cord connector Connects the computer’s power cord.

3PS/2 keyboard connector Connects a PS/2-compatible keyboard.

4USB (Universal Serial Bus)

ports

Connects USB devices, such as a USB

keyboard, mouse, or pointing device. The

number of USB ports you have on your

computer will vary depending on your model.

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A Look at the Computer

5Serial port Connects a serial device, such as a scanner.

6VGA connector Connects the monitor to the computer.

✎Depending on your model, the video port

may be located on a VGA card in the

expansion slot.

7Network Interface Card (NIC)

connector

Connects an Ethernet network cable. A network

cable is not included with your computer.

8Audio line-out connector Connects stereo speakers.

9Audio line-in connector Connects audio devices.

:Modem port Connects the modem cable. A modem cable is

included with the computer.

;PS/2 mouse connector Connects a PS/2-compatible mouse or other

pointing device.

<Parallel port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer.

=Microphone connector Connects a microphone.

>Telephone extension (not

available in all countries)

Connects a telephone to the computer.

✎Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.

Rear Panel Components (Continued)

Hardware Reference Guide 1–5

A Look at the Computer

Mouse Components

Your computer includes a Scroll Mouse, a Wireless Wheel Mouse, or

a USB Optical Mouse. The Wireless Wheel Mouse and the USB

Optical Mouse are available with select models.

Mouse Component

1Left mouse button Click and quickly release to make screen selections.

Double-click and quickly release to open applications

and files.

2Scroll wheel Moves the screen backward and forward through a

document without having to continuously move the

mouse or mouse wheel.

3Right mouse button Click and quickly release to display application menu

selections.

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A Look at the Computer

Using the Scroll Mouse

The mouse directs the cursor on the Windows desktop. Use the mouse

to move quickly and easily through a document or Web site.

Moving the scroll wheel on your mouse through a document or Web

site is faster than using the scroll bar. You can use the scroll wheel to:

■Scroll forward or backward through a document or Web site by

turning the scroll wheel forward or backward.

■Autoscroll by pressing down on the scroll wheel until it clicks

(you will see an autoscroll icon on your desktop). Move the

mouse vertically, horizontally, or diagonally to scroll in the

desired direction. The farther you move the cursor from the

starting point icon, the faster the scrolling occurs. To stop, press

the mouse button.

✎Some mouse functions, such as autoscrolling, may not work with all

software.

Refer to the Learning More About Your Computer guide contained on

the Documentation Library CD for information on customizing your

Mouse.

Using the Wireless Wheel Mouse

The wireless wheel mouse is available with select models. It has the

same features and functions as the scroll mouse with the addition of a

connect receiver box. Refer to the Getting Started guide included with

your computer for instructions on installing the batteries.

When using the wireless mouse:

■Replace the batteries approximately every six months. The

wireless mouse does not alert you when the batteries are low.

■For optimal performance, place the connect receiver box at least

8-inches/20-centimeters away from other electrical devices, such

as the computer, monitor or external storage equipment.

■Refer to the “Solving Minor Problems” section in your Getting

Started Guide if your wireless mouse does not function properly.

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