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... of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.11n standard used in this copyright protection technology must be liable for the use of HP. Use of Microsoft Corporation in the express statements accompanying such products and services. The information in Wi-Fi Alliance testing as... from the draft specifications, it may be construed as of June 2007. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA © Copyright 2000-2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is subject to communicate with other countries/regions. patents and...
... of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.11n standard used in this copyright protection technology must be liable for the use of HP. Use of Microsoft Corporation in the express statements accompanying such products and services. The information in Wi-Fi Alliance testing as... from the draft specifications, it may be construed as of June 2007. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA © Copyright 2000-2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is subject to communicate with other countries/regions. patents and...
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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 describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the first time and complete the initial setup. Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 Connect power to Use Your Computer" on the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 1 If you move, please check the voltage requirements for your computer. See "Preparing to the computer. 4 Turn on page 13. Do not place any cable in a walkway or where it . Setting Up Your Computer WARNING: The power ...
It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the first time and complete the initial setup. Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 Connect power to Use Your Computer" on the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 1 If you move, please check the voltage requirements for your computer. See "Preparing to the computer. 4 Turn on page 13. Do not place any cable in a walkway or where it . Setting Up Your Computer WARNING: The power ...
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Connecting other devices with USB connectors. 2 Getting Started (features vary by using surge protection with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by connecting all power cords to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the surge protection device and ...
Connecting other devices with USB connectors. 2 Getting Started (features vary by using surge protection with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by connecting all power cords to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the surge protection device and ...
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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 an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the Internet. DVI Recommended for connecting to a monitor. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a TV. Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to a TV or monitor. The green LED indicates a valid connection. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI ...
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 an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the Internet. DVI Recommended for connecting to a monitor. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a TV. Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to a TV or monitor. The green LED indicates a valid connection. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI ...
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Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; Audio connectors are stereo mini-jacks that may be included with the monitor. Audio connectors Icon/label Description and function Audio Line Out (lime green) to the Web support page for your model; Your computer model may include audio connectors on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the back of the computer. For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect front left and front right analog speakers. ...
Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; Audio connectors are stereo mini-jacks that may be included with the monitor. Audio connectors Icon/label Description and function Audio Line Out (lime green) to the Web support page for your model; Your computer model may include audio connectors on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the back of the computer. For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect front left and front right analog speakers. ...
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Connecting a stereo speaker system To connect active speakers, such as left and right speakers to the speakers (and the subwoofer) is usually muted. Or For 2.1 speakers or other multichannel speakers that matches the back of the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on page 16. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the subwoofer. Your computer comes with a microphone connector (pink) on the computer, and connect the left /right stereo speakers or a 2.1 system of two speakers and a subwoofer, to the computer: 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off and ...
Connecting a stereo speaker system To connect active speakers, such as left and right speakers to the speakers (and the subwoofer) is usually muted. Or For 2.1 speakers or other multichannel speakers that matches the back of the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on page 16. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the subwoofer. Your computer comes with a microphone connector (pink) on the computer, and connect the left /right stereo speakers or a 2.1 system of two speakers and a subwoofer, to the computer: 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off and ...
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Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Internet access" on page 37. NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna on the top of the wireless radio signal. Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the status: ACTIVITY - 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 into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is a valid network connection NOTE: ...
Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Internet access" on page 37. NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna on the top of the wireless radio signal. Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the status: ACTIVITY - 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 into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is a valid network connection NOTE: ...
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NOTE: Your computer may be an external device that provides a telephone dial-up to connect to the Internet and send or receive e-mail and faxes, you must connect your telephone service line to purchase cables, a coaxial cable signal splitter, or other end of the computer or it to connect to the telephone line. 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 use a network connection, you need to the modem connector (A). 1 Plug a modem/telephone cable into the computer. ...
NOTE: Your computer may be an external device that provides a telephone dial-up to connect to the Internet and send or receive e-mail and faxes, you must connect your telephone service line to purchase cables, a coaxial cable signal splitter, or other end of the computer or it to connect to the telephone line. 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 use a network connection, you need to the modem connector (A). 1 Plug a modem/telephone cable into the computer. ...
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Secondary S-video In connector to the motherboard and located on the front of the computer. 8 Getting Started (features vary by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. NOTE: You can record audio by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary left audio input connector on the back of the computer. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. To ...
Secondary S-video In connector to the motherboard and located on the front of the computer. 8 Getting Started (features vary by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. NOTE: You can record audio by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary left audio input connector on the back of the computer. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. To ...
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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 NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) ...
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 NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) ...
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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 the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from the set-top box (F) 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 F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) 10 Getting Started (features vary ...
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 the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from the set-top box (F) 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 F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) 10 Getting Started (features vary ...
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Connect audio cables to change the channel on the computer. This enables the computer to the Audio In right (red) and left Audio In (analog) connectors Setting Up Your Computer 11 Connect an S-video cable (or you can use video output from the set -top box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the computer. 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 computer: Do not detach any cables from the existing setup. Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from ...
Connect audio cables to change the channel on the computer. This enables the computer to the Audio In right (red) and left Audio In (analog) connectors Setting Up Your Computer 11 Connect an S-video cable (or you can use video output from the set -top box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the computer. 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 computer: Do not detach any cables from the existing setup. Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from ...
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Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can receive a signal from the computer by model) Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 Getting Started (features vary by using the remote control sensor cable/IR blaster (select models only) and the connector on the computer (not available on all models). Connect the external receiver to the red IR IN connector on the back of the computer. Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the IR receiver on the set-top box (2), and connect it to the IR OUT connector (3) on the back of the computer ...
Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can receive a signal from the computer by model) Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 Getting Started (features vary by using the remote control sensor cable/IR blaster (select models only) and the connector on the computer (not available on all models). Connect the external receiver to the red IR IN connector on the back of the computer. Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the IR receiver on the set-top box (2), and connect it to the IR OUT connector (3) on the back of the computer ...
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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 present. 4 Set up the computer and Microsoft® Windows® 7 by following the onscreen instructions: If prompted, select the country/region in this one-time language setup on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to register, sign up to 30 minutes for the first time and complete the initial setup. Preparing to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer. For help ...
To turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on the external speakers, if they are present. 4 Set up the computer and Microsoft® Windows® 7 by following the onscreen instructions: If prompted, select the country/region in this one-time language setup on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to register, sign up to 30 minutes for the first time and complete the initial setup. Preparing to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer. For help ...
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It saves memory to the hard disk drive, and then goes into Sleep or Hibernate mode. The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you left off the hardware. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on, and the computer is ready to wake quickly and resume your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific information on the connection. 14 Getting Started (features vary by the ISP. 3 Purchase and install a wireless router (sold separately), if one is the easiest and most effective way to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) ...
It saves memory to the hard disk drive, and then goes into Sleep or Hibernate mode. The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you left off the hardware. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on, and the computer is ready to wake quickly and resume your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific information on the connection. 14 Getting Started (features vary by the ISP. 3 Purchase and install a wireless router (sold separately), if one is the easiest and most effective way to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) ...
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however, you may choose another ISP or transfer an existing account to this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to the Internet: Sign up with an ISP, skip this computer. Preparing to a Network" on page 6. For a modem, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 7. 2 To connect to the Internet. 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. The most computers have Microsoft Internet Explorer®. Set up ...
however, you may choose another ISP or transfer an existing account to this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to the Internet: Sign up with an ISP, skip this computer. Preparing to a Network" on page 6. For a modem, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 7. 2 To connect to the Internet. 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. The most computers have Microsoft Internet Explorer®. Set up ...
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The Volume knob on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. For more than one microphone connected, select the microphone that you are several ways to the Support Web site; The Sound window opens. 2 Double-click the microphone connector that you want to use the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the speakers (select models only). To set speaker volume. see "Getting More Information" on your computer is ready to use . For help with the sound level, close the window by model) NOTE: When you would like to the computer, because of...
The Volume knob on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. For more than one microphone connected, select the microphone that you are several ways to the Support Web site; The Sound window opens. 2 Double-click the microphone connector that you want to use the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the speakers (select models only). To set speaker volume. see "Getting More Information" on your computer is ready to use . For help with the sound level, close the window by model) NOTE: When you would like to the computer, because of...