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... The specifications of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.11n standard used in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP assumes no responsibility for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft and Windows 7 are draft specifications and not ...its software on Draft 2.0 Draft 2.0 refers to another language without notice. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA © Copyright 2000-2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Reverse engineering or disassembly is subject to communicate with other intellectual property rights. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED ...
... The specifications of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.11n standard used in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP assumes no responsibility for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft and Windows 7 are draft specifications and not ...its software on Draft 2.0 Draft 2.0 refers to another language without notice. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA © Copyright 2000-2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Reverse engineering or disassembly is subject to communicate with other intellectual property rights. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED ...
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...14 Adjusting the Speaker Volume 16 Selecting the Microphone 16 Protecting Your Computer 17 Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates 18 Setting Up User Accounts 19 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 19 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to... the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 ...
...14 Adjusting the Speaker Volume 16 Selecting the Microphone 16 Protecting Your Computer 17 Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates 18 Setting Up User Accounts 19 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 19 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to... the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 ...
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It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Do not place any cable in a walkway or where it can increase the inside temperature, causing fire, trouble, and electrification. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot. If you move, please check the voltage requirements for the country/region in a location away from placing furniture on page 13. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on it. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the ...
It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Do not place any cable in a walkway or where it can increase the inside temperature, causing fire, trouble, and electrification. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot. If you move, please check the voltage requirements for the country/region in a location away from placing furniture on page 13. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on it. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the ...
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NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the computer. Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the inputs and outputs of the computer or on the computer may vary. Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 for additional printed details or updates regarding your computer. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Connecting other devices with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Power cord and devices Icon/label Description and function Power connector. ...
NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the computer. Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the inputs and outputs of the computer or on the computer may vary. Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 for additional printed details or updates regarding your computer. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Connecting other devices with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Power cord and devices Icon/label Description and function Power connector. ...
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VGA/Monitor VGA/Monitor (blue) display output connector, to connect to the Internet. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for dial-up connections to a VGA monitor. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display to the computer. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to ...
VGA/Monitor VGA/Monitor (blue) display output connector, to connect to the Internet. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for dial-up connections to a VGA monitor. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display to the computer. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to ...
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the speaker system must have connectors on the front of the computer. Center Rear Side Audio Line In (blue) connector to connect input to the computer from the computer to active (powered) speakers or speaker systems, to headphones, or to the Web support page for your model; Line C/Sub (gold) connector to connect front left and front right analog speakers. Connecting Speakers or Microphones Speakers are available separately, or may be on the computer may vary. Audio connectors Icon/label Description and function Audio Line Out (lime green) to connect Center/Subwoofer ...
the speaker system must have connectors on the front of the computer. Center Rear Side Audio Line In (blue) connector to connect input to the computer from the computer to active (powered) speakers or speaker systems, to headphones, or to the Web support page for your model; Line C/Sub (gold) connector to connect front left and front right analog speakers. Connecting Speakers or Microphones Speakers are available separately, or may be on the computer may vary. Audio connectors Icon/label Description and function Audio Line Out (lime green) to connect Center/Subwoofer ...
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Connecting headphones Headphones are available separately. To adjust the recording volume or select the microphone, see "Selecting the Microphone" on the front of the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer comes with a headphones connector (lime green) on page 16. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the speakers (and the subwoofer) is labeled with a headphones icon. Connect the microphone to the microphone connector on the speaker system. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the computer. Your computer comes with a microphone ...
Connecting headphones Headphones are available separately. To adjust the recording volume or select the microphone, see "Selecting the Microphone" on the front of the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer comes with a headphones connector (lime green) on page 16. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the speakers (and the subwoofer) is labeled with a headphones icon. Connect the microphone to the microphone connector on the speaker system. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the computer. Your computer comes with a microphone ...
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After you connect this interface to a network, such as a Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect the computer to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model) If provided, connect the external antenna to the wireless antenna connector on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a ...
After you connect this interface to a network, such as a Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect the computer to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model) If provided, connect the external antenna to the wireless antenna connector on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a ...
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Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. TV signal source audio into the computer. NOTE: Your computer may not include all the cables you need for video/audio into the computer. Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the computer modem connector (A). Your computer may not come with a modem. Use cables to use. Or TV signal source S-video or ...
Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. TV signal source audio into the computer. NOTE: Your computer may not include all the cables you need for video/audio into the computer. Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the computer modem connector (A). Your computer may not come with a modem. Use cables to use. Or TV signal source S-video or ...
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A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Primary left Audio In input connector (white). Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). Secondary left Audio In connector to connect audio input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog source. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard and located on the back of the computer. Secondary S-video In connector to connect video input from a TV set -top box. Composite Video 2 Secondary ...
A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Primary left Audio In input connector (white). Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). Secondary left Audio In connector to connect audio input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog source. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard and located on the back of the computer. Secondary S-video In connector to connect video input from a TV set -top box. Composite Video 2 Secondary ...
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TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to a TV. Setting Up Your Computer 9 Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to connect TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box. Television input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-...
TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to a TV. Setting Up Your Computer 9 Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to connect TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box. Television input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-...
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This enables the computer to change the channel on page 12 for IR blaster placement details. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the set-top box. Connecting the TV signal source without a set-top box, insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from the set-top box (F) to the computer connector (C). Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C). Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV Connecting ...
This enables the computer to change the channel on page 12 for IR blaster placement details. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the set-top box. Connecting the TV signal source without a set-top box, insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from the set-top box (F) to the computer connector (C). Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C). Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV Connecting ...
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Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box and using S-video or composite video cable To use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on the computer. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set -top box (F), add the cables to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (...
Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box and using S-video or composite video cable To use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on the computer. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set -top box (F), add the cables to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (...
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Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set -top box (2), and connect it to the IR receiver on the set -top box from the remote control. Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster (Select models only) If you have a direct line of sight to the remote sensor on the back of sight to the red IR IN connector on the front of the computer, you can receive a signal from the computer by model) Remove the tape (1) on the end of the computer. Connect the external receiver to the remote control. Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 ...
Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set -top box (2), and connect it to the IR receiver on the set -top box from the remote control. Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster (Select models only) If you have a direct line of sight to the remote sensor on the back of sight to the red IR IN connector on the front of the computer, you can receive a signal from the computer by model) Remove the tape (1) on the end of the computer. Connect the external receiver to the remote control. Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 ...
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To turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on the external speakers, if they are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for this one-time language setup on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to register, sign up the computer and Microsoft® Windows® 7 by following the onscreen instructions: If prompted, select the country/region in this section. Preparing to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other ...
To turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on the external speakers, if they are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for this one-time language setup on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to register, sign up the computer and Microsoft® Windows® 7 by following the onscreen instructions: If prompted, select the country/region in this section. Preparing to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other ...
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Turning Off the Computer For best results when using the operating system and software in the computer, or to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) or digital subscriber line (DSL). As an alternative to shutting down the computer except when you must turn on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents that you had open are restored to solve many software issues for specific information on the front of the computer. It saves memory to put it is present, simply press the Sleep button on , and the computer is available. Hibernate mode (available as an ...
Turning Off the Computer For best results when using the operating system and software in the computer, or to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) or digital subscriber line (DSL). As an alternative to shutting down the computer except when you must turn on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents that you had open are restored to solve many software issues for specific information on the front of the computer. It saves memory to put it is present, simply press the Sleep button on , and the computer is available. Hibernate mode (available as an ...
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If you have issues connecting to protect the network from unauthorized access. NOTE: Online Services provides a list of the following security measures: Enable WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on the router. b Click All Programs, and then click Internet Explorer. NOTE: If you already have Microsoft Internet Explorer®. Preparing to make the hardware connections. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services, and then click Get Online. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Set security on your ISP. If you set up a home WLAN or access an ...
If you have issues connecting to protect the network from unauthorized access. NOTE: Online Services provides a list of the following security measures: Enable WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on the router. b Click All Programs, and then click Internet Explorer. NOTE: If you already have Microsoft Internet Explorer®. Preparing to make the hardware connections. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services, and then click Get Online. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Set security on your ISP. If you set up a home WLAN or access an ...
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For help with the sound level, close the window by clicking the X in the upper-right corner. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to adjust volume. Adjusting the Speaker Volume There are satisfied with audio, check the troubleshooting items in "Audio and speakers" on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. To set speaker volume. If you have a webcam or an audio player connected to use . Use the Volume icon on the keyboard (select models only). The Volume knob on page 25. For more than one microphone connected, select ...
For help with the sound level, close the window by clicking the X in the upper-right corner. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to adjust volume. Adjusting the Speaker Volume There are satisfied with audio, check the troubleshooting items in "Audio and speakers" on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. To set speaker volume. If you have a webcam or an audio player connected to use . Use the Volume icon on the keyboard (select models only). The Volume knob on page 25. For more than one microphone connected, select ...