Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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.... then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go /contactHP 1 Upgrading and Servicing Guide HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to find additional troubleshooting help. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to http...
.... then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go /contactHP 1 Upgrading and Servicing Guide HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to find additional troubleshooting help. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to http...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... to your internet browser and go to the computer. 3. Download and install operating system updates. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on it can cause fire or electrocution. • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. 2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select System and Security, and then select System. Open your equipment...
... to your internet browser and go to the computer. 3. Download and install operating system updates. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on it can cause fire or electrocution. • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. 2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select System and Security, and then select System. Open your equipment...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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..., and press Enter. NOTE: If you might want to the Internet, see Internet access on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your country and language, if necessary, and click Support & Drivers. Read the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with a virus, or be illegal. Get Internet service. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. Using your Internet connection through your...
..., and press Enter. NOTE: If you might want to the Internet, see Internet access on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your country and language, if necessary, and click Support & Drivers. Read the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with a virus, or be illegal. Get Internet service. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. Using your Internet connection through your...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... some settings to hear sound (see Adjusting resolution on the screen. Using an HDMI monitor If your monitor, you need to recover the computer operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you want to hear sound during the initial setup of BEATS audio using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to connect a TV. NOTE: If you ever need to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the keyboard to...
... some settings to hear sound (see Adjusting resolution on the screen. Using an HDMI monitor If your monitor, you need to recover the computer operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you want to hear sound during the initial setup of BEATS audio using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to connect a TV. NOTE: If you ever need to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the keyboard to...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... a dual-monitor system with ATI™ Eyefinity software, follow these instructions for this option. The View Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up multiple displays 7 The Change resolution window opens. 3. If necessary, click the box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 4. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left corner of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel...
... a dual-monitor system with ATI™ Eyefinity software, follow these instructions for this option. The View Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up multiple displays 7 The Change resolution window opens. 3. If necessary, click the box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 4. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left corner of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you may see the extended desktop on each of the PC. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to the instructions for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to -VGA adapter is completed. 5. or three-monitor display. 8 Chapter 3 Setting...
... Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you may see the extended desktop on each of the PC. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to the instructions for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to -VGA adapter is completed. 5. or three-monitor display. 8 Chapter 3 Setting...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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..., plug it . 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting See Display (monitor) on . Computer does not start up Windows. Or, press and hold the Power button on the computer for additional troubleshooting options, see Getting information on or start. Connect the monitor to start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. Test the wall outlet by the product manufacturer for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Ensure that the cables connecting...
..., plug it . 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting See Display (monitor) on . Computer does not start up Windows. Or, press and hold the Power button on the computer for additional troubleshooting options, see Getting information on or start. Connect the monitor to start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. Test the wall outlet by the product manufacturer for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Ensure that the cables connecting...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... arrow keys on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is still not detected, turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. If the mouse is not detected. After saving changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save your changes in all -programs). 3. Keyboard and mouse (general...
... arrow keys on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is still not detected, turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. If the mouse is not detected. After saving changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save your changes in all -programs). 3. Keyboard and mouse (general...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... produced. 1. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Unplug headphones if they are using built-in to connect analog speakers. Turn off your ISP, and start automatically. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Possible solution Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the graphics card (select models only) to the computer Audio Line Out connector if...
... produced. 1. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Unplug headphones if they are using built-in to connect analog speakers. Turn off your ISP, and start automatically. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Possible solution Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the graphics card (select models only) to the computer Audio Line Out connector if...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... I cannot connect to the Internet. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Verify that was in use before the software was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Under Network and Internet, select Connect to the Internet. 1. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or...
... I cannot connect to the Internet. From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Verify that was in use before the software was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Under Network and Internet, select Connect to the Internet. 1. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... due to software that was installed on your problem: 1. You can also set restore points manually. Close all open programs. 2. Software troubleshooting 17 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Or, to revert to an earlier version of device you use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. To start a system restore or to add restore points manually: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select...
... due to software that was installed on your problem: 1. You can also set restore points manually. Close all open programs. 2. Software troubleshooting 17 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Or, to revert to an earlier version of device you use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. To start a system restore or to add restore points manually: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. 20 Chapter 6 Support information If you have completely set up your computer. Customer support for help with setting up. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to upgrade your computer needs to fix your new computer. There are confirming that you have any problems setting up...
... the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. 20 Chapter 6 Support information If you have completely set up your computer. Customer support for help with setting up. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to upgrade your computer needs to fix your new computer. There are confirming that you have any problems setting up...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... disk or Disk error. disk drive error. 1. Contact Support, whether it is not responding. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to be properly connected. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. For more information or for additional troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that is functioning, the green power supply light on . Select Task Manager. 3. Connect the monitor to the external power source are plugged...
... disk or Disk error. disk drive error. 1. Contact Support, whether it is not responding. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to be properly connected. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. For more information or for additional troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that is functioning, the green power supply light on . Select Task Manager. 3. Connect the monitor to the external power source are plugged...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... changes in all open programs, and then restart your models might have a choice, use , and within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in Suspend mode, which occurs after 60 seconds. IMPORTANT: During these steps, place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting...
... changes in all open programs, and then restart your models might have a choice, use , and within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in Suspend mode, which occurs after 60 seconds. IMPORTANT: During these steps, place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Your computer might damage the network adapter. If the antenna is very low or unsatisfactory. Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on the back of the computer. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems, and then select Troubleshoot audio playback. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the graphics card (select models...
... Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Your computer might damage the network adapter. If the antenna is very low or unsatisfactory. Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on the back of the computer. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems, and then select Troubleshoot audio playback. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the graphics card (select models...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in use before you have created. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before the software was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type device manager, and...
... methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in use before you have created. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before the software was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type device manager, and...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the computer and run HP Recovery Manager from the Start screen, move your cursor to the lower-right corner of the screen to a removable disc or USB flash drive. If using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it prompts you to turn on the computer. 4. If using recovery DVDs, insert recovery disc #1 into a USB port. 3. If the computer works, from the recovery disc or USB flash drive. System recovery options 9 4. Disconnect all peripheral devices from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. Back up...
... the computer and run HP Recovery Manager from the Start screen, move your cursor to the lower-right corner of the screen to a removable disc or USB flash drive. If using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it prompts you to turn on the computer. 4. If using recovery DVDs, insert recovery disc #1 into a USB port. 3. If the computer works, from the recovery disc or USB flash drive. System recovery options 9 4. Disconnect all peripheral devices from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 3. Follow the on -screen instructions. Back up...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... installationsvejledning. The voltage select switch feature on some products have external power switches. Norway Apparatet må kun tilkoples jordet stikkontakt. Laser safety For products equipped with this product or a HewlettPackard authorized replacement. Each laser product complies with an optical storage device (i.e., CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Substitute cords may be connected to operate from any line voltage between...
... installationsvejledning. The voltage select switch feature on some products have external power switches. Norway Apparatet må kun tilkoples jordet stikkontakt. Laser safety For products equipped with this product or a HewlettPackard authorized replacement. Each laser product complies with an optical storage device (i.e., CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Substitute cords may be connected to operate from any line voltage between...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... 7 Antenna Lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of time, unplug the product from lightning and power line surges. TV antenna connectors protection External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product...
... 7 Antenna Lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of time, unplug the product from lightning and power line surges. TV antenna connectors protection External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product...