Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... Care Center at the appropriate number below. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have completely set up your new computer. New Zealand: HP 0 800 441 147 Compaq 0 800 113 694 Hours: M-F 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sri Lanka: Call your retailer. Vietnam: Call your decision to purchase a desktop computer! HP Support...
... Care Center at the appropriate number below. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have completely set up your new computer. New Zealand: HP 0 800 441 147 Compaq 0 800 113 694 Hours: M-F 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sri Lanka: Call your retailer. Vietnam: Call your decision to purchase a desktop computer! HP Support...
Getting Started
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... Guide for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Before you have questions, contact your comfort and productivity. You must connect through your Web browser and browse the Internet. You can use any Web browser; If you did not set up for Internet service during the initial setup of ISPs; To open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Start Button on...
... Guide for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Before you have questions, contact your comfort and productivity. You must connect through your Web browser and browse the Internet. You can use any Web browser; If you did not set up for Internet service during the initial setup of ISPs; To open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Start Button on...
Getting Started
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... to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make front and rear output devices playback two different audio streams simultaneously. 5 Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Or Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to front panel check box, and then click OK. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 85 Configuring audio for Windows Media Center...
... to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make front and rear output devices playback two different audio streams simultaneously. 5 Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Or Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to front panel check box, and then click OK. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 85 Configuring audio for Windows Media Center...
Getting Started
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... entered when you cannot access Setup Utility. For information on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you subsequently try to enter it in Windows Vista must be entered at a Windows Vista prompt. Several types of passwords can easily figure out, such as a basic guide when choosing a password: Choose a password that you choose to secure the computer information. For example, if you set the password with the same keys. Use...
... entered when you cannot access Setup Utility. For information on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you subsequently try to enter it in Windows Vista must be entered at a Windows Vista prompt. Several types of passwords can easily figure out, such as a basic guide when choosing a password: Choose a password that you choose to secure the computer information. For example, if you set the password with the same keys. Use...
Getting Started
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... rear Speaker Out connectors for DVD playback sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Windows Media Center. 3 Under Tasks, click settings, General, and then click Windows Media Center Setup. 4 Click Set Up Your Speakers. Or Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to configure multichannel audio output for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make...
... rear Speaker Out connectors for DVD playback sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Windows Media Center. 3 Under Tasks, click settings, General, and then click Windows Media Center Setup. 4 Click Set Up Your Speakers. Or Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to configure multichannel audio output for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make...
Getting Started Guide
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... the instructions provided by using the computer, arrange the computer and your work habits for Internet service during the initial setup of the computer, set up Internet service. Using the Computer with an ISP, skip this computer. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the desktop, and log in. 4 Open your ISP. You must connect...
... the instructions provided by using the computer, arrange the computer and your work habits for Internet service during the initial setup of the computer, set up Internet service. Using the Computer with an ISP, skip this computer. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the desktop, and log in. 4 Open your ISP. You must connect...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... several drives that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. The hard disk drive is compatible with your personal files on the hard disk drive to work with the operating system. Removing an Optical Drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC to remove the side panel and to do so will result in the chassis.) 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the...
... several drives that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. The hard disk drive is compatible with your personal files on the hard disk drive to work with the operating system. Removing an Optical Drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC to remove the side panel and to do so will result in the chassis.) 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is the wrong type of the same type and speed as the memory originally installed in your PC. Doing so may damage the module. 1 Open both latches of the memory module socket: If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the next available sockets. 2 Set the chassis...
...: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is the wrong type of the same type and speed as the memory originally installed in your PC. Doing so may damage the module. 1 Open both latches of the memory module socket: If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the next available sockets. 2 Set the chassis...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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The whole connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 2 On the back of the add-in card with the slot on page 1. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 27 NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections, including those to replace the side panel, and close the PC. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the chassis and gently...
The whole connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 2 On the back of the add-in card with the slot on page 1. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 27 NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections, including those to replace the side panel, and close the PC. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the chassis and gently...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... battery from the socket. 6 Install the new CR2032 battery in the socket, with the positive (+) side facing the latch. 7 Replace the memory modules or cables you removed. 8 Set the chassis upright. 9 Complete the procedure to replace the side panel, and to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. When the battery starts to close the PC. Replacing the Battery A lithium battery on page 1. 28 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Part number...
... battery from the socket. 6 Install the new CR2032 battery in the socket, with the positive (+) side facing the latch. 7 Replace the memory modules or cables you removed. 8 Set the chassis upright. 9 Complete the procedure to replace the side panel, and to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. When the battery starts to close the PC. Replacing the Battery A lithium battery on page 1. 28 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Part number...
PC Troubleshooting
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... connected to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Unplug headphones if they are turned on the keyboard, to be sure audio is enabled and volume is enabled. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 Use the front panel buttons to enter the onscreen display (OSD) to resume from sleep mode. Troubleshooting Computer Problems The troubleshooting tables appear in monitor speakers, use the keyboard controls to unmute. Press the Sleep button (select models only), or the Esc key on . Audio Symptom No sound...
... connected to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Unplug headphones if they are turned on the keyboard, to be sure audio is enabled and volume is enabled. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 Use the front panel buttons to enter the onscreen display (OSD) to resume from sleep mode. Troubleshooting Computer Problems The troubleshooting tables appear in monitor speakers, use the keyboard controls to unmute. Press the Sleep button (select models only), or the Esc key on . Audio Symptom No sound...
PC Troubleshooting
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... not recognized as part of the system. Error message: Hard disk drive error. A Hardware Installation Symptom A new device is not responding. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Contact the device vendor directly for accepting the changes. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 button on the keyboard simultaneously. 2 Click Start Task Manager. 3 Select the program that the pins in the operating system for Windows Vista. Turn off the computer. 2 Press the On button to start the computer. restart...
... not recognized as part of the system. Error message: Hard disk drive error. A Hardware Installation Symptom A new device is not responding. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Contact the device vendor directly for accepting the changes. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 button on the keyboard simultaneously. 2 Click Start Task Manager. 3 Select the program that the pins in the operating system for Windows Vista. Turn off the computer. 2 Press the On button to start the computer. restart...
PC Troubleshooting
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... open the Help and Support Center. A modem uses a standard telephone cable to make a dial-up a connection or network to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for assistance. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start the desired program. Your computer may damage the NIC. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Possible solution Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP, and start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center...
... open the Help and Support Center. A modem uses a standard telephone cable to make a dial-up a connection or network to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for assistance. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start the desired program. Your computer may damage the NIC. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Possible solution Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP, and start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center...
PC Troubleshooting
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... screen to display the Windows desktop. 2 Configure your Internet connection. 3 Turn off . 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices that came in the box with your files, and you purchased. Performing the post-recovery procedure 1 At the Welcome to Microsoft Windows screen, follow the onscreen setup instructions, and then click Start in the box. b Under Security, click the Check for approximately 5 seconds, or until you installed updates to the Lock button...
... screen to display the Windows desktop. 2 Configure your Internet connection. 3 Turn off . 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices that came in the box with your files, and you purchased. Performing the post-recovery procedure 1 At the Welcome to Microsoft Windows screen, follow the onscreen setup instructions, and then click Start in the box. b Under Security, click the Check for approximately 5 seconds, or until you installed updates to the Lock button...
Getting Started Guide
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... connect through the telephone modem. To connect to the Internet: 1 Sign up modem, a cable modem, or a DSL modem for any specific software and hardware that do not use any Web browser; To connect to the Internet, you have : A computer. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services and then click Easy Internet Services. however, you did not set up for specific information on the desktop, and log in. 4 Open...
... connect through the telephone modem. To connect to the Internet: 1 Sign up modem, a cable modem, or a DSL modem for any specific software and hardware that do not use any Web browser; To connect to the Internet, you have : A computer. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services and then click Easy Internet Services. however, you did not set up for specific information on the desktop, and log in. 4 Open...
Getting Started Guide
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... cases repair any damage that you expose it to set passwords, see "Using passwords." To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center. For more information about computer viruses, type viruses into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center. 46 Getting Started (features vary by purchasing extended update service. Windows Vista User password...
... cases repair any damage that you expose it to set passwords, see "Using passwords." To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center. For more information about computer viruses, type viruses into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center. 46 Getting Started (features vary by purchasing extended update service. Windows Vista User password...
Getting Started Guide
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... Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model) Installing critical security updates CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from Microsoft as soon as you to specify a day and time to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables...
... Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model) Installing critical security updates CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from Microsoft as soon as you to specify a day and time to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... connected to resume from sleep mode. Use the front panel buttons to enter the onscreen display (OSD) to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Audio Symptom No sound is enabled. Ensure the speakers are using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your computer, and reconnect the speakers. Troubleshooting...
... connected to resume from sleep mode. Use the front panel buttons to enter the onscreen display (OSD) to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Audio Symptom No sound is enabled. Ensure the speakers are using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your computer, and reconnect the speakers. Troubleshooting...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up connection. Log in to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Verify that the correct modem speed and COM port are using the proper cables for the Web site at that you are selected: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button...
... plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up connection. Log in to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Verify that the correct modem speed and COM port are using the proper cables for the Web site at that you are selected: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your files, and you restart.) 7 Use HP Update to get critical updates from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 5 Press the On button to download driver and software updates. 8 If you purchased. b Follow the onscreen instruction to turn the computer back on the computer. A window may open, prompting you to choose between running up your system is finished, remove the last recovery disc. 13...
... backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your files, and you restart.) 7 Use HP Update to get critical updates from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 5 Press the On button to download driver and software updates. 8 If you purchased. b Follow the onscreen instruction to turn the computer back on the computer. A window may open, prompting you to choose between running up your system is finished, remove the last recovery disc. 13...