Compaq Evo N610c Series User manual

Getting Started

Evo Notebook N610c Series

Document Part Number: 279359-001

July 2002

This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,

identify the exterior components of the notebook, find and install

the latest versions of Compaq software, and find additional

information and support.

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Compaq, the Compaq logo, Evo, RomPaq, and SoftPaq are trademarks of

Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other

countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other product names

mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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

contained herein. The information 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.

Getting Started

First Edition July 2002

Document Part Number: 279359-001

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Getting Started iii

Contents

1 Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1

Setting Up the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4

Installing Optional Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5

Notebook Support and Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6

2 A Look at the Notebook

Display Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1

Pointing Device Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

Pointing Stick Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2

TouchPad Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Dual Pointing Device Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4

Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Speakers and Memory Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6

Buttons, Keys and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–8

Left Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9

Right Side Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10

Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–11

Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12

Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–13

Additional Standard Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15

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iv Getting Started

Contents

3 How to Get Information, Help and Updates

Using the Documentation Library CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1

Viewing Guides on the CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2

Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

Updating Compaq Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Obtaining the Compaq Support Software CD . . . . . . 3–5

Preparing to Update Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5

Displaying ROM Information in

Computer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Downloading Software from Compaq. . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6

Downloading System ROM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7

Downloading Other SoftPaqs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8

Restoring Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–9

Installing a Retail Version of an

Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10

Index

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Hardware Guide 1–1

Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Hardware

ÄCAUTION:

Setup must begin with connecting the notebook to AC power.

To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file corruption or

damage to the components during initial setup:

■Do not remove the battery pack until the notebook has been

connected to external AC power.

■Run the notebook on external AC power, not on battery power,

throughout initial setup.

■Do not set up the notebook while it is docked in an optional Port

Replicator.

1. Place the notebook on a flat surface near an electrical outlet,

then connect the notebook to external AC power.

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1–2 Hardware Guide

Hardware and Software Setup

Plug the AC Adapter cable into the DC power connector 1.

Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter 2and into an

electrical outlet 3. (Power cords and outlets vary by country.)

Connecting the notebook to external power

2. Open the notebook by sliding the display release latch to the

right 1and raising the display 2.

Opening the notebook

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Hardware and Software Setup

Hardware Guide 1–3

3. Turn on the notebook by sliding and releasing the power

switch 1.

Turning on the notebook

When the notebook is turned on:

■The power/standby light 2turns on.

■The battery pack in the battery bay begins to charge and the

battery light 3turns on. The battery light remains on while

the battery pack is charging and turns off when the battery

pack is fully charged.

■You are prompted to begin software setup.

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1–4 Hardware Guide

Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Software

The initial setup prompt is displayed on the screen as soon as the

notebook is connected to external power.

Before responding to the initial setup prompt and proceeding

through the online instructions, read the following caution and

setup information:

ÄCAUTION: To ensure that the correct drivers load and to prevent file

corruption or damage to the components during initial setup:

■Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.

■Do not shut down the notebook.

■Do not remove or insert a drive.

■After you begin initial software setup, you must complete the

entire process. Setup time varies depending on notebook

configuration.

■If you are prompted to select a language or operating system,

choose carefully and keep in mind the following facts:

❏The languages and operating system that you do not

choose will be deleted from the system and cannot be

restored during initial setup.

❏An operating system available during initial setup is

enhanced by Compaq. When an operating system is

deleted, the enhancements are also deleted.

■During the setup process, you must accept the End User

License Agreement to continue.

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Hardware and Software Setup

Hardware Guide 1–5

Installing Optional Applications

You can install third-party applications or preloaded Compaq

utilities at any time after initial setup is complete.

■To install a third-party application, refer to the documentation

included with the application.

■To install a preloaded Compaq application, access the Setup

Compaq Software utility:

❏In Windows 2000 Professional, the Setup Compaq

Software icon is on the desktop. Select Setup Compaq

Software icon > Next. Select the check box for the

application you want to install. (Clear check boxes for

preloaded software you do not want to install.)

❏In Windows XP Professional, select Start >

All Programs > Setup Compaq Software icon > Next.

Select the check box for the application you want to

install. (Clear check boxes for preloaded software you do

not want to install.)

✎To view the descriptions and space requirements of

preloaded Compaq utilities without installing them, select the

Setup Compaq Software icon > Next. After viewing the utility

information, select Cancel.

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Hardware and Software Setup

Notebook Support and Safety Tips

After setting up the software, locate the support and safety

information included with your notebook.

■View Compaq Help and Support by selecting Start > Compaq

Info Center > Compaq Help and Support. This area provides

links to the Compaq Web site where you can:

❏Download the latest software and drivers for your

notebook.

❏Open an online service event with a Compaq support

specialist.

❏Get information about your notebook, including

reference guides, specifications, white papers, and

customer advisories.

■Read suggestions for creating a safe and comfortable work

environment. Ergonomic and safety information about the

notebook is provided on this CD in the Safety & Comfort

Guide.

ÅWARNING: This is a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. For more Class B information, refer on this CD to

Regulatory

and Safety Notices

. To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock,

fire, or damage to the equipment:

■Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. It is an important

safety feature.

■Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet

that is easily accessible at all times.

■Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them

so that no one can accidentally step on or trip over them.

■Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power

cord from the electrical outlet.

■Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the

electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.

■Hibernation is enabled by default. Compaq recommends that

you do not disable it.

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