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

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Compaq Evo Desktop D300v Series Document Part Number: 234630-005 May 2002 This guide provides basic information about setting up and maintaining your computer. Enhanced for accessibility...
  • Page 2 CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. User’s Guide Compaq Evo Desktop D300v Series Fifth Edition May 2002 Document Part Number: 234630-005...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Advanced Chipset Setup Screen... 3–5 Power Management Setup Screen ... 3–6 PCI/Plug and Play Setup Screen ... 3–7 Peripheral Setup Screen ... 3–8 Hardware Monitor Setup Screen ... 3–8 Auto-Detect Hard Disks Screen ... 3–9 Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Contents...
  • Page 4 Mouse Compliance Statement... E–2 Cables ... E–2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States only) ... E–3 Canadian Notice ... E–3 Avis Canadien ... E–3 European Union Notice ... E–4 )... 4–1 Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 5 Energy Star Compliance ... E–4 German Ergonomics Notice... E–5 Laser Safety ... E–6 CDRH Regulations... E–6 Compliance with International Regulations ... E–6 Laser Product Label ... E–7 Laser Information... E–7 Battery Replacement Notice... E–8 Index Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Contents...

  • Page 6: Quick Setup

    Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For more information, refer to Appendix E of this guide. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, connect your personal computer only to a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Quick Setup...

  • Page 7: Step 2: Confirm The Voltage Setting

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

  • Page 8: Step 3: Connect External Devices

    CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware devices to your personal computer until the operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the operating system from installing properly. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Power Cord Connector Voltage Select Switch Mouse Connector...

  • Page 9: Step 4: Connect The Power Cords

    Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the personal computer by unplugging the power cord from either the electrical outlet or the personal computer. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 10: Step 5: Front Panel Components

    2 CD-ROM drive activity light 3 Diskette drive 4 Diskette drive activity light 5 Diskette drive eject button Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Quick Setup 6 CD-ROM drive eject button 7 5 1/4 inch expansion bay 8 Dual-state power button...

  • Page 11: Step 6: Turning On The Personal Computer And Installing The Operating System

    This allows you to quickly power down, without closing applications, and to quickly return to the same operational state without any data loss. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 12: 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 power cord from the wall outlet.

  • Page 13: Removing The Access Panels

    Hardware Upgrades 4. Replace the computer cover. 5. Turn on the monitor, computer, and any devices you want to test. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. For more information about Computer Setup/Setup Utility, refer to the appropriate Setup Utility chapter in this guide. Removing the Access Panels 1.

  • Page 14: Removing The Front Bezel

    3. Remove the two screws that secure the access panel to the 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 Removing the Computer Access Panel To replace the access panel, reverse steps 1-4.

  • Page 15: Installing Additional Memory

    Hardware Upgrades 2. Remove the computer access panels. 3. Squeeze the two circular tabs inside the front of the chassis 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. Installing Additional Memory The memory sockets on the system board can be populated with industry-standard DIMMs.

  • Page 16: Memory Module Installation

    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.
  • Page 17 Hardware Upgrades 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 2. Remove the access panel and locate the memory module sockets. WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching. 3.

  • Page 18: Installing Or Removing An Expansion Card

    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.

  • Page 19: Removing A 5.25 Inch Drive

    Hardware Upgrades When you install an expansion card, make sure you press firmly on the card so that the entire connector seats properly in the expansion card socket. 10. Replace the screw at the top of the expansion slot. 11. Replace the access panel. 12.
  • Page 20 5. Remove the four screws, two from each side, that secure the 6. Slide the drive out of the drive cage, as shown in the illustration Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide drive in the drive cage. below. Hardware Upgrades...

  • Page 21: Removing A Diskette Drive Or Hard Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Removing a Diskette Drive or Hard Drive 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 2. Remove the left access panel. 3. Remove the front bezel. 4. Disconnect the power, data, and audio cables, as necessary, from 5.
  • Page 22 8. Slide the drive out of the drive cage, as shown in the illustrations Removing the Diskette Drive Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide Remove the four screws, two from each side, that secure the drive in the drive cage below Hardware Upgrades 2-11...
  • Page 23 Hardware Upgrades Removing the Hard Drive To replace the drive cage, reverse steps 5-6. 2-12 Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide...
  • Page 24 Hardware Upgrades Compaq Evo D300 User’s Guide 2-13...

  • Page 25: Setup Utility (Intel Pentium 4 Models)

    Use Setup Utility to do the following: The BIOS family name and version number appear at the top of the Setup Utility menu for reference when placing service calls. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Change factory default settings. Set the system date and time.

  • Page 26: Using Setup Utility

    Choose the Exit without Saving option to exit the Setup Utility without saving any changes. key. key. key to select the desired option. An key to Enter key to return to the Main Menu Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide key. key.

  • Page 27: Standard Cmos Setup Screen

    Sec Slave Base Memory Extd Memory Support for Setup Utility options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Description Allows you to set system date. Allows you to set system time (24 hour format).

  • Page 28: Advanced Cmos Setup Screen

    Allows you to set the amount of time the Setup Utility prompt (Del = Setup) appears when the computer boots. Full Boot mode must be enabled. Determines if the CD-ROM drive will run in Quiet Mode. Enabled/Disabled Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Advanced Chipset Setup Screen

    USB Controller USB Device Legacy Support Support for Setup Utility options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Description Enable/disable the function of the USB controller. Enable/disable support for legacy USB devices without driver support.

  • Page 30: Power Management Setup Screen

    Enables/disables the system to be booted from another networked computer via the Wake-on-LAN feature. PME (power management event) wakeup events (enable/disable). Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Pci/Plug And Play Setup Screen

    Every Boot Primary Graphics Adapter PCI VGA Palette Snoop Support for Setup Utility options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Description Enables/disables operating system to handle plug and play devices. Resets/does not reset Extended System Configuration Data...

  • Page 32: Peripheral Setup Screen

    Specifies the parallel port IRQ. Specifies the parallel port DMA Channel. Specifies the settings for the OnBoard game port. Specifies the settings for the OnBoard Midi port. Specifies the settings for the Midi IRQ. CPU Ration selection CPU Temperature Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Auto-Detect Hard Disks Screen

    Enter the new user password in the dialog box, and then press the Enter To remove or disable the set password, enter the current password, then press Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide System Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed Vccp +1.5V...

  • Page 34: Change Supervisor Password Screen

    To load the high performance configuration settings, choose Y when prompted by the dialog box, and then press the 3-10 key. Enter when prompted to enter a new password. Enter key. Enter Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Save Settings And Exit Screen

    The Exit Without Saving screen allows you to exit the Setup Utility without saving any changes made to any of the other configuration screens. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide To save the configuration changes made with the Setup Utility, choose Y in the dialog box and press the will restart.

  • Page 36: Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models)

    Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Computer Setup Utilities (F10) Use Computer Setup to do the following: Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Change factory default settings. Set the system date and time. Set, view, change, or verify the system configuration, including settings for processor, graphics, memory, audio, storage, communications, and input devices.
  • Page 37 Execute self-tests on a specified IDE hard drive. Configure various energy-saving features including energy saver mode, system and hard drive timeouts, power button mode, and power LED behavior. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 38: Using Computer Setup Utilities

    5. Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate heading and to 6. To apply and save changes, select File > Save Changes and Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Start > Shut Down > Restart the Computer. of the screen, press the key.
  • Page 39 1.44 MB diskette. Restores system configuration, including CMOS, from a diskette. Restores factory default settings, which includes clearing any established passwords. saving any changes. Saves changes to system configuration and exits Computer Setup. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 40 Storage Device Configuration Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description Lists all installed storage devices. When a device is selected, detailed information and options are displayed.
  • Page 41 This enables the BIOS to access disks partitioned and formatted on other systems and may be necessary for users of older versions of UNIX (e.g., SCO UNIX version 3.2). Options are Bit-Shift, LBA Assisted, User, and None. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 42 (continued) (continued) Options Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description CAUTION: Ordinarily, the translation mode selected automatically by the BIOS should not be changed. If the...
  • Page 43 Allows you to specify the order of attached hard drive controllers. The first hard drive controller in the order will have priority in the boot sequence and will be recognized as drive C (if any devices are attached). Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 44 Setup Password Power-On Password Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description Allows you to specify the order in which attached peripheral devices (such as diskette...
  • Page 45 • Enable/disable network server mode. This selection will appear only if a power-on password is set. • Specify whether password is required for warm boot (CTRL+ALT+DEL). This selection is available only when Network Server Mode is disabled. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 46 Security* Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. *Option not supported on all products. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description Allows you to enable or disable Master Boot Record (MBR) Security.
  • Page 47 MBR may cause the data on the disk to become inaccessible. Only restore a previously saved MBR if you are confident that the current bootable disk's MBR has been corrupted or infected with a virus. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 Timeouts Energy Saver Options Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description Allows you to set the energy saver mode (advanced, disable, or minimal).
  • Page 49 Remote Management features. • UUID (Universal Unique Identifier) (enable/disable) • POST delay (in seconds) • I/O APIC Mode Allows you to set resources for or disable onboard system devices (diskette controller, serial port, parallel port). Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 50 Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. * These options should be used by advanced users only. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description • Lists currently installed PCI devices and their IRQ settings.
  • Page 51 Feature supported on select models only. • ACPI S3 Video REPOST (enable/disable). This feature reruns the video option ROM on a boot from the S3 state. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 52 PCI VGA Configuration Support for Computer Setup options may vary depending on your specific hardware configuration. * These options should be used by advanced users only. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Setup Utility (Intel Celeron Models) Description Allows you to set: •...

  • Page 53: A Battery Replacement

    There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is not handled properly. To reduce the risk of personal injury: Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Battery Replacement Compaq.com Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 140°...
  • Page 54 It may be necessary to remove an expansion card to gain access to the battery. 2. Locate the battery and battery holder on the system board, as shown in the following illustration. 3. Press the release latch to remove the battery. Battery and battery holder Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 8. Plug in and turn on the computer. 9. Reset the date and time, your passwords, and any special system setups, using Setup Utility. Refer to the “Setup Utility” appendix for additional information. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Battery Replacement...

  • Page 56: B Routine Computer Care And Shipping Preparation

    Never restrict the airflow into the computer by blocking the front vents or air intake. Do not place the keyboard, with the keyboard feet down, directly against the front of the desktop unit as this also restricts airflow. Keep the computer away from excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and extremes of heat and cold.

  • Page 57: Cd-Rom Drive Precautions

    Clean the panel and controls with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Never spray cleaning fluids directly on the unit. Avoid using any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzene, which may damage the finish. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 58: Shipping Preparation

    Pack the system components and external devices in their original packing boxes or similar packaging with sufficient packing material to protect them. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide diskettes. Be sure that the backup media is not exposed to electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit.

  • Page 59: C Electrostatic Discharge

    This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device. Preventing Electrostatic Damage To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Electrostatic Discharge Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.

  • Page 60: Grounding Methods

    Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats. Use conductive field service tools. Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Power Cord Set Requirements

    A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon it or against it. Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord exits from the product. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 62: E Agency Notices

    Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

  • Page 63: Modifications

    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. interference that may cause undesired operation. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 64: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo (United States Only

    This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide interference that may cause undesired operation. Agency Notices...

  • Page 65: European Union Notice

    Energy Star Logo meet the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. EN55022 (CISPR 22)—Electromagnetic Interference EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11)—Electromagnetic Immunity EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2)—Power Line Harmonics EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3)—Power Line Flicker EN60950 (IEC950)—Product Safety Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 66: German Ergonomics Notice

    “GS” approval mark, meet the requirements of ZH 1/618 (German Safety Regulations for Display Work Places in the Office Sector). The installation guides included with the monitor provide configuration information. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Agency Notices...

  • Page 67: Laser Safety

    IEC 825. Do not try to open the laser device enclosure. There are no user- serviceable components inside. Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

  • Page 68: Laser Product Label

    Laser Product Label The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of Compaq laser products: Laser Information Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Laser Type: Semiconductor GaAIAs Wave Length: 780 +/- 35 nm Divergence Angle: 53.5 Degrees +/- 0.5 degrees Output Power: Less than 0.2 mW or 10,869 W·m-...

  • Page 69: Battery Replacement Notice

    Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60° C (140° F). Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with the Compaq spare designated for this product Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...
  • Page 70 (caution) A–2 battery replacement (agency notice) E–8 box contents 1–1 cables agency notice E–2 connecting external devices 1–3 Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide Canadian notice (agency notice) E–3 care, routine computer B–1 cautions adding external devices 1–3 battery replacement/disposal A–2 incompatible metals (RAM) 2–5...
  • Page 71 1–ii system options, configuring 3–2 system time/date, changing 3–3 3–10 text conventions 1–ii time, changing system 3–3 warnings battery replacement A–1 hot surfaces 2–6 misuse of computer 1–1 power cords 1–4 3–10 Compaq Evo D300v User’s Guide...

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