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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.
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Contents 1 Quick Setup Step 1: Unpack the Computer ........................................................................................ 1–1 Step 2: Confirm the Voltage Setting .....................................................................
Contents Change User Password Screen ................................................................................ 3–9 Change Supervisor Password Screen .................................................................... 3–10 Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings Screen .
Contents Japanese Notice.............................................................................................................. E –4 Energy Star Compliance ......................................................................................
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 powe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
Hardware Upgrades Removing the Hard Drive To replace the drive cage, reverse steps 5-6. 2-12 Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide.
Hardware Upgrades Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide 2-13.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 me.
Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup (Continued) Heading Option Description Storage Device Configuration Lists all installed storage devices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
C Electrostatic Discharge A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other sta tic-sensitive devices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 confo.
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 expansio.
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