Compaq D300v Series manual

User’s Guide Compaq Evo Desktop D300v Series Document Part Number: 234630-005 May 2002 This guide provides basic in formation about setting up and maintaining your computer. Enhanced for accessibility[...]

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Contents 1 Quick Setup Step 1: Unpack the Computer ........................................................................................ 1–1 Step 2: Confirm the Voltage Setting .............................................................................. 1–2 Step 3: Connect External Devices ..................................................[...]

Contents Change User Password Screen ................................................................................ 3–9 Change Supervisor Password Screen .................................................................... 3–10 Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings Screen ................................................ 3–10 Save Setting[...]

Contents Japanese Notice.............................................................................................................. E –4 Energy Star Compliance ................................................................................................ E–4 German Ergonomics Notice..........................................................[...]

1 Quick Setup Step 1: Unpack the Computer WARNING: Misuse of your personal computer or failure to establish a safe and comfortable workstation may result in discomfort or serious injury. Refer to your Safety & Comfort Guide for more information on choosing a workspace and creating a safe and co mfortable work environment.This equipment has been[...]

Quick Setup Step 2: Confirm the Voltage Setting CAUTION: Ensure the voltage selection is co mpatible with your local power specifications. Failure to do so could result in damage to your computer. 1-2 Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide[...]

Quick Setup Step 3: Connect External Devices Connect the monitor, mouse, keyboard, and network cables. Rear Panel Connectors (Arrangement of connectors may vary by model.) 1 Power Cord Connector 2 Voltage Select Switch 3 Mouse Connector 4 Keyboard Connector 5 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connectors 6 Serial Connector 7 Parallel Port Connector 8 Monit[...]

Quick Setup Step 4: Connect the Power Cords Connect the power cords as shown. Turn on the monitor, then turn on the personal computer. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: ■ Do not disable the power co rd grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. ■ Plug the power cord into a gr ounde[...]

Quick Setup Step 5: Front Panel Components Front Panel Components 1 CD-ROM drive 6 CD-ROM drive eject button 2 CD-ROM drive activity light 7 5 1/4 inch expansion bay 3 Diskette drive 8 Dual-state power button 4 Diskette drive activity light 9 Power-on light 5 Diskette drive eject button - System activity light Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide 1-5[...]

Quick Setup Step 6: Turning On the Personal Computer and Installing the Operating System Press the power button to turn on the personal computer. The first time you turn on the personal computer, the operating system is installed automatically. This process takes about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on which operating system is being installed. Careful[...]

2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence It is very important that you follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any optional equipment. For more information about Setup Utility/Computer Setup, refer to the appropriate Setup Utility chapter in this guide. 1. If the computer is already on, turn it off and disconnect the pow[...]

Hardware Upgrades 4. Replace the computer cover. 5. Turn on the monitor, computer, and any devices you want to test. Reconfigure the computer, if nece ssary. For more information about Computer Setup/Setup Utility, refer to the appropriate Setup Utility chapter in this guide. Removing the Access Panels 1. Shut down the operating system properly, th[...]

Hardware Upgrades 3. Remove the two screws that secure the access panel to the computer chassis. Remove the right access panel to upgrade memory or an expansion card. Remove the left access panel to upgrade a drive. 4. Slide the access panel back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), then lift it away from and off the unit. Removing the Computer Access Panel To r[...]

Hardware Upgrades 2. Remove the computer access panels. 3. Squeeze the two circular tabs inside the front of the chassis 1 , then pull the front bezel away from the chassis to release it 2 . Removing the Front Bezel When replacing the front bezel, ensure that the side tabs are properly placed in the chassis before replacing the front bezel back. In[...]

Hardware Upgrades Two 168-pin DIMM socket sites (DIMM0 and DIMM1) operate at 3.3V. This allows system memory to be expanded from 32 MB to 512 MB of SDRAM. The DRAM Controller uses the JEDEC standard Serial Presence Detect (SPD) mechanism to detect memory and array configurations; no jumper settings are required for the memory size. Memory is automa[...]

Hardware Upgrades 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the computer and any external devices, then disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. 2. Remove the access panel and lo cate the memory module sockets. WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before t[...]

Hardware Upgrades Installing or Removing an Expansion Card 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the computer and any external devices, then disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. 2. Remove the access panel. If installing an expansion card, skip to step 8. 3. To remove an expansion card, disconnect any cables attached [...]

Hardware Upgrades When you install an expansion card, make sure you press firml y on the card so that the entire connector seats pr operly in the expansion card socket. 10. Replace the screw at the top of the expansion slot. 11. Replace the access panel. 12. Connect external cables to the installed card, if needed. Reconfigure the computer, if nece[...]

Hardware Upgrades 5. Remove the four screws, two from each side, that secure the drive in the drive cage. 6. Slide the drive out of the drive cage, as shown in the illustration below. Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide 2-9[...]

Hardware Upgrades Removing a Diskette Drive or Hard Drive 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the computer and any external devices, then disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. 2. Remove the left access panel. 3. Remove the front bezel. 4. Disconnect the power, data, and audio cables, as necessary, from the back of t[...]

Hardware Upgrades 7. Remove the four screws, two from each side, that secure the drive in the drive cage 1 . 8. Slide the drive out of the drive cage, as shown in the illustrations below 2 . Removing the Diskette Drive Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide 2-11[...]

Hardware Upgrades Removing the Hard Drive To replace the drive cage, reverse steps 5-6. 2-12 Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide[...]

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3 Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Setup Utility Use Setup Utility to do the following: ■ Change factory default settings. ■ Set the system date and time. ■ Set, view, change, or verify th e system configuration, including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices. ■ Modify the boot or[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Using Setup Utility To access the Setup Utility menu, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart the Computer. 2. When the Del = Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press the Delete key. If a second[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Standard CMOS Setup Screen The Standard CMOS Setup Screen is used to change system time, date, and the hard disk type. Standard CMOS Setup Screen Heading Description Date Allows you to set system date. Time Allows you to set system time (24 hour format). Floppy Drive A Calculates size and capacity of floppy dr[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Advanced CMOS Setup Screen The Advanced CMOS Setup Screen is used to change the device order your system boots from, the password mode, and the amount of time before your system enters POST. Advanced CMOS Setup Screen Heading Description 1st Boot Device Specifies the boot order for all devices. 2nd Boot Device[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Advanced Chipset Setup Screen The Advanced Chipset Setup screen is used for configuring chipset features. Advanced Chipset Setup Screen Heading Description USB Controller Enable/disable the function of the USB controller. USB Device Legacy Support Enable/disable support for legacy USB devices without driver su[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Power Management Setup Screen The Power Management Setup screen is used to configure power management features. Power Management Setup Screen Heading Description ACPI Standby State Enables the system to go into S1 or S3 standby state when computer is inactive for a certain period of time. Power Button Function[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) PCI/Plug and Play Setup Screen The PCI/Plug and Play Setup screen is used to configure PCI plug and play features. PCI/Plug and Play Setup Screen Heading Description Plug and Play Aware O/S Enables/disables operating system to handle plug and play devices. Clear NVRAM on Every Boot Resets/does not reset Extend[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Peripheral Setup Screen The Peripheral Setup Screen is us ed to configure the settings for peripheral devices. Peripheral Setup Screen Heading Description OnBoard IDE Specifies the setti ngs for the IDE controller. OnBoard LAN Specifies the setti ngs for the NIC controller. LAN Chip Boot ROM Allows the co mput[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) ■ System Temperature ■ CPU Fan Speed ■ Chassis Fan Speed ■ Vccp ■ +1.5V ■ +1.8V ■ +3.3V ■ +5.0V ■ +12.0V ■ HVCC (+3.3 VSB) Auto-Detect Hard Disks Screen The Auto-Detect Hard Disks screen is used to configure all hard disk parameters. This screen shows the standard settings that are shipped [...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Change Supervisor Password Screen The Change Supervisor Password screen is used to change the supervisor password. The defau lt setting is no password. Once a password is set, a user must enter the password to change parameters using the Setup Utility. Enter the new supervisor password in the dialog box, and t[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models) Save Settings and Exit Screen The Save Settings and Exit screen allows you to write all of the current settings to CMOS and exit the Setup Utility. ■ To save the configuration cha nges made with the Setup Utility, choose Y in the dialog box and press the Enter key. The system will restart. ■ Choose N or pr[...]

4 Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup Utilities ( F10 ) Use Computer Setup to do the following: ■ Change factory default settings. ■ Set the system date and time. ■ Set, view, change, or verify th e system configuration, including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices. ■ [...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) ■ Enter the Asset Tag or propert y identification number assigned by your company to this computer. ■ Enable power-on password prompt during system restarts (warm boots) as well as during power-on. ■ Establish a setup password that controls access to Computer Setup ( F10 ) and the settings described in thi[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Using Computer Setup Utilities To access the Computer Setup Utilities menu, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart the Computer. 2. When the F10 = Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press the F10[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup Heading Option Description File System Information Lists: • Product name • Processor type/speed/stepping • Cache size (L1/L2) • Installed memory size • System ROM (includes family name and version) • Chassis serial number • Asset tracking number • Integrated MAC for embedded, enabl[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage Device Configuration Lists all installed storage devices. When a device is selected, detailed information and options are displayed. The following options may be presented: Diskette Type (For legacy diskette drivesonly) Identifies the highest capacity[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Device Configuration (continued) Transfer Mode (IDE devices only ) Specifies the active data transfer mode. Options (subject to device capabilities) are PIO 0, Max PIO, Enhanced DMA, Ultra DMA 0, and Max UDMA. Multisector Transfers (IDE AT[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Co mputer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Device Configuration (continued) CAUTION: Ordinarily, the translation mode selected automat ically by the BIOS should not be changed. If the selected translation mode is not compatible with the translation mode that was active when the di[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Options (continued) Primary IDE Controller Allows you to enable or disable the primary IDE controller. Secondary IDE Controller Allows you to enable or disable the secondary IDE controller. Diskette MBR Validation Allows you to enable or d[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage (continued) Boot Order Allows you to specify the order in which attached peripheral devices (such as diskette drive, hard drive, CD-ROM, or network interface card) are checked for a bootable operating system image. Each device on the list may be indiv[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Security (continued) Device Security Enables/disables Serial ports A and B, parallel ports, USB ports, system audio security, network controllers (some models), and SCSI controllers. Network Service Boot Enables/disabl es the computer’s ability to boot from[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Security (continued) Master Boot Record Security* Allows you to enable or disable Master Boot Record (MBR) Security. When enabled, the BIOS rejects all requests to write to the MBR on t he current bootable disk. Each time the computer is powered on or reboote[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Security (continued) Save Master Boot Record* Saves a backup copy of the Master Boot Record of the current bootable disk. Only appears if MBR Security is enabled. Restore Master Boot Record* Restores the backup Master Boot Record to the current bootable disk.[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Power Energy Saver Allows you to set the energy saver mode (advanced, disable, or minimal). In the minimal energy saver mode setting, the hard drive and system do not go into energy saver mode, but the setting allows you to press the power button to suspend t[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* Power-On Options Allows you to set: • POST mode (QuickBoot, FullBoot, or FullBoot every 1-30 days) • POST messages (enable/disable) • Safe POST (enable/disable) • F9 prompt (enable/disable) • F10 prompt (enable/disable) • F12 prompt (ena[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) PCI Devices • Lists currently installed PCI devices and their IRQ settings. • Allows you to reconfigure IRQ settings for these devices or to disable them entirely. These settings have no effect under an APIC-based operating system. B[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) Device Options Allows you to set: • Printer mode (bi-directional, EPP & ECP, output only). • Num Lock state at power-on (off/on). • PME (power management event) wakeup events (enable/disable). • Processor cache (enable/disabl[...]

Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) Device Options (continued) Allows you to set: • ACPI S3 Hard Disk Reset (enable/disable). Resets the hard disk on a boot from the S3 sleep state. • ACPI S3 PS2 Mouse Wake Up (enable/disable). Allows the mouse to wake the system from [...]

A Battery Replacement Replacing the Battery The battery that comes with your computer provides power to the real-time clock and has a lifetime of about three years. When replacing the battery, use an equivalent 3-volt lithium coin cell battery. A replacement battery may be purchased at your local retailer or from the Compaq.com Web site. The spare [...]

Battery Replacement CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the workstation or optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are disc harged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the ge[...]

Battery Replacement 4. Lift the battery out of its holder. Removing the coin cell battery 5. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up. The battery holder automatically secu res the battery in the proper position. 6. Replace any expansi on boards you removed. 7. Replace the computer cover or access panel. 8. Plug in and turn on [...]

B Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation Routine Computer Care Follow these suggestions to take car e of your computer and monitor: ■ Operate the computer on a sturdy, level surface. Leave a 3-inch (7.6-cm) clearance at the back of the system unit and above the monitor to permit the required airflow. ■ Never operate the computer w ith t[...]

Battery Replacement CD-ROM Drive Precautions Be sure to observe the followi ng guidelines while operating or cleaning your CD-ROM drive. Operation ■ Do not move the drive during operation. This may cause it to malfunction during reading. ■ Avoid exposing the drive to sudde n changes in temperature, as condensation may form inside the unit. If t[...]

Battery Replacement Shipping Preparation Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship your computer: 1. Back up the hard drive files onto PD discs, tape cartridges, or diskettes. Be sure that the backup media is not exposed to electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit. The hard drive locks automatica lly when the system power is[...]

C Electrostatic Discharge A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other sta tic-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device. Preventing Electrostatic Damage To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: ■ Avoid hand contact by tran[...]

Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts: ■ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 Megaohm +/- 10 per[...]

D Power Cord Set Requirements The power supply for your product is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). This feature allo ws the computer to operate on input voltages between 100–200V or 200–400V. The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with this product meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased[...]

E Agency Notices Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your product has been assigned a unique Compaq series number. The series num ber can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting co mpliance[...]

Agency Notices ■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by[...]

Agency Notices Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States only) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cau[...]

Agency Notices European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (the equi valent international standards are in brackets):[...]

Agency Notices The Energy Star Computers Program was created by the EPA to promote energy efficiency and reduce air pollution through more energy-efficient equipment in homes, offices, and factories. Compaq products achieve this by reducing the power consumption when not being used. The power management feature of your computer is compatible with a[...]

Agency Notices Laser Safety All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product. The product does not emit h[...]

Agency Notices Laser Product Label The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of Compaq laser products: This label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This label appears on a laser device installed in your product. If you have an LS-120 drive or an LS-260 drive, this label is located next to the Cla[...]

Agency Notices Battery Replacement Notice WARNING: Your computer contains an inte rnal lithium manganese dioxide, vanadium pentoxide, or alkaline battery or battery pack. There is risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is not handled properly. To reduce the risk of personal injury: ■ Do not a ttempt to re charge th e battery. ■ Do not expos[...]

Index A access panels removing 2–2 agency notices battery replacement E–8 cables E–2 Canadian notice E–3 Energy Star compliance E–4 European Union notice E–4 FCC compliance E–1 FCC conformity E–3 German ergonomics E–5 identification numbers E–1 Japanese notice E–4 laser labels/information E–7 laser safety E–6 modifications[...]

Index F FCC compliance (agency notice) E–1 front bezel removing 2–4 H hard disk auto-detect 3–9 I identification numbers (agency notice) E– 1 installation sequence 2–1 installing an expansion card 2–7 M memory adding additional DIMMs 2–4 hot surfaces (warning) 2–6 incompatible metals (caution) 2–5 installation procedure 2–6 , 2?[...]