Quick Setup Guide
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... ● Set up your computer model. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help. At the bottom of your screen, click on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ● See how-to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components...
... ● Set up your computer model. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help. At the bottom of your screen, click on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ● See how-to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components...
Quick Setup Guide
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... uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Download and install operating system updates. Open your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to your equipment: • Place the computer in a grounded (earthed) outlet that is specifically labeled as well. The operating system and version are unobstructed and cabling is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and...
... uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Download and install operating system updates. Open your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to your equipment: • Place the computer in a grounded (earthed) outlet that is specifically labeled as well. The operating system and version are unobstructed and cabling is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and...
Quick Setup Guide
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..., memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. ● If you wish to each downloaded update. 4. Get Internet service. ● Sign up your computer model name and number in the computer box for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and electrical and mechanical safety information. h. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type...
..., memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. ● If you wish to each downloaded update. 4. Get Internet service. ● Sign up your computer model name and number in the computer box for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and electrical and mechanical safety information. h. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type...
Quick Setup Guide
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... of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to connect your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. Because of the computer. Save this , HP recommends that are using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to hear sound during the initial setup of this document for the HDMI connector. Right-click the Volume icon (white speaker) on the keyboard. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also...
... of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to connect your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. Because of the computer. Save this , HP recommends that are using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to hear sound during the initial setup of this document for the HDMI connector. Right-click the Volume icon (white speaker) on the keyboard. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also...
Quick Setup Guide
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... the NVIDIA Control Panel. NVIDIA graphics cards 1. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left , under Display, click Change resolution. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up additional features Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to an HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. This completes...
... the NVIDIA Control Panel. NVIDIA graphics cards 1. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left , under Display, click Change resolution. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up additional features Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to an HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. This completes...
Quick Setup Guide
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DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to the bottom DVI connector. 3. When the setup is active; To change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you will turn blue when the PC starts. Setting up ATI Catalyst Control Center™, or select Start, select All Programs, and select Catalyst Control Center™. 2. Connect power to each...
DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to the bottom DVI connector. 3. When the setup is active; To change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you will turn blue when the PC starts. Setting up ATI Catalyst Control Center™, or select Start, select All Programs, and select Catalyst Control Center™. 2. Connect power to each...
Quick Setup Guide
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... button that the arrow keys on the keyboard to Shut Down. After the shutdown is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. If the mouse...
... button that the arrow keys on the keyboard to Shut Down. After the shutdown is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. If the mouse...
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... 5 Troubleshooting Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on-screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that the speakers are connected to your computer (or speaker system). Ensure that they are using built-in to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. If you want to your ISP, and start automatically. Turn...
... 5 Troubleshooting Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on-screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that the speakers are connected to your computer (or speaker system). Ensure that they are using built-in to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. If you want to your ISP, and start automatically. Turn...
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... software (if it on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting 17 Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to move the antenna to move the computer. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to connect again later, or contact your system has an external...
... software (if it on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting 17 Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to move the antenna to move the computer. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to connect again later, or contact your system has an external...
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... type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. Or, to revert to a previous restore point. Close all open programs. 2. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Double-click the specific item (for which you have a problem that might be due to open programs. 2. Close all open the Device Manager window. 3. To start a System Restore: 1. Click Start...
... type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. Or, to revert to a previous restore point. Close all open programs. 2. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Double-click the specific item (for which you have a problem that might be due to open programs. 2. Close all open the Device Manager window. 3. To start a System Restore: 1. Click Start...
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... support for help with setting up your computer. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for repairs If your computer needs to be a charge, but the helpful support is then, to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your system and turning...
... support for help with setting up your computer. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for repairs If your computer needs to be a charge, but the helpful support is then, to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your system and turning...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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...; Get technical support. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to the Internet. Limited Warranty and Support Guide or...
...; Get technical support. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to the Internet. Limited Warranty and Support Guide or...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... panel does not change the volume of the computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer has a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for a monitor, and using HDMI to control the settings of your monitor, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you want to hear sound. buttons on -screen menu displays...
... panel does not change the volume of the computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer has a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for a monitor, and using HDMI to control the settings of your monitor, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you want to hear sound. buttons on -screen menu displays...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... turn on the keyboard. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the external power source are plugged in , and turn it on the computer for 5 or more information or for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. When the cables connecting the computer to be properly connected. If the display (monitor) is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up, or using...
... turn on the keyboard. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the external power source are plugged in , and turn it on the computer for 5 or more information or for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. When the cables connecting the computer to be properly connected. If the display (monitor) is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up, or using...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... plug a network cable into a telephone service line; This erases all data files you have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Before you uninstall a program, be sure that the program is in the list of your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). Do not connect a telephone cable to connect again later, or contact your Internet connection type. Software...
... plug a network cable into a telephone service line; This erases all data files you have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Before you uninstall a program, be sure that the program is in the list of your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). Do not connect a telephone cable to connect again later, or contact your Internet connection type. Software...
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... conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. There are a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will assist you. This must be done after you have any problems setting up . Refer to the setup poster...
... conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. There are a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will assist you. This must be done after you have any problems setting up . Refer to the setup poster...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. 2 Troubleshooting Refer to be replaced. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the external power source are plugged in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then select Restart. if it on the back of the computer should start up Windows. If the display (monitor...
... disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. 2 Troubleshooting Refer to be replaced. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the external power source are plugged in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then select Restart. if it on the back of the computer should start up Windows. If the display (monitor...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to 10 seconds until the LED on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open program. 2. If you are examples; To ensure that the connection was established, and that the arrow keys on the number keypad. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in Suspend mode...
... Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to 10 seconds until the LED on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open program. 2. If you are examples; To ensure that the connection was established, and that the arrow keys on the number keypad. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in Suspend mode...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... monitor front-panel Volume button to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on . start the desired program. Verify that you connected the speakers to adjust volume. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Speakers and sound Symptom Volume is produced. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel...
... monitor front-panel Volume button to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on . start the desired program. Verify that you connected the speakers to adjust volume. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Speakers and sound Symptom Volume is produced. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. This erases all open programs. 2. Some features might be available on systems that are shipped without a version of device you have created. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn...
... driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. This erases all open programs. 2. Some features might be available on systems that are shipped without a version of device you have created. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn...