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... and Support Windows 7 operating system. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Under Action Center, click Find and fix problems (troubleshooting). ● Troubleshoot the most common Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ● See how-to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set...
... and Support Windows 7 operating system. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Under Action Center, click Find and fix problems (troubleshooting). ● Troubleshoot the most common Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ● See how-to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set...
Quick Setup Guide
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... disable the power cord grounding plug. Download and install operating system updates. Select your computer WARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to use ergonomically correct lifting procedures when moving the computer. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be heavy; Connect all power cords from the electrical outlet. The operating system and version are unobstructed and cabling is located...
... disable the power cord grounding plug. Download and install operating system updates. Select your computer WARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to use ergonomically correct lifting procedures when moving the computer. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be heavy; Connect all power cords from the electrical outlet. The operating system and version are unobstructed and cabling is located...
Quick Setup Guide
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... necessary, select your computer operating system. Select your computer model from Product search results. Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. ● If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer model name and number in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. b. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer f. Get Internet service. ● Sign up...
... necessary, select your computer operating system. Select your computer model from Product search results. Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. ● If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer model name and number in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. b. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer f. Get Internet service. ● Sign up...
Quick Setup Guide
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... operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you want to the Sub connector on , press the Beats toggle button again. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the back panel. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to adjust the resolution setting for the HDMI connector. Activating sound...
... operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you want to the Sub connector on , press the Beats toggle button again. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the back panel. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to adjust the resolution setting for the HDMI connector. Activating sound...
Quick Setup Guide
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... box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. This completes the steps to an HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel. Right...
... box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. This completes the steps to an HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel. Right...
Quick Setup Guide
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... additional monitor. 4. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to change the display mode for the two- The power indicator light on the back of the displays will be amber; To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up the layout for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. monitor setup...
... additional monitor. 4. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to change the display mode for the two- The power indicator light on the back of the displays will be amber; To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up the layout for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. monitor setup...
Quick Setup Guide
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Cursor does not move using the arrow keys on the keyboard simultaneously to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to select the Arrow button that the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Use the arrow keys to an open programs. 4. Press Num Lock on the keyboard to your computer. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to turn off the computer...
Cursor does not move using the arrow keys on the keyboard simultaneously to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to select the Arrow button that the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Use the arrow keys to an open programs. 4. Press Num Lock on the keyboard to your computer. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to turn off the computer...
Quick Setup Guide
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... enter the on . Use the front-panel buttons to connect analog speakers. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that the speakers are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Ensure that they are using built-in to adjust volume. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Internet access...
... enter the on . Use the front-panel buttons to connect analog speakers. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that the speakers are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Ensure that they are using built-in to adjust volume. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Internet access...
Quick Setup Guide
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... external antenna, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to move the computer. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. Restores the software (if it on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting 17 Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to factory defaults. ● System Recovery...
... external antenna, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to move the computer. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. Restores the software (if it on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting 17 Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to factory defaults. ● System Recovery...
Quick Setup Guide
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... Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection. 3. Click Start, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 3. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Click the Driver tab. 6. You can also set restore points manually. To start a System Restore: 1. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open the Device Manager window. 3.
... Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection. 3. Click Start, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 3. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Click the Driver tab. 6. You can also set restore points manually. To start a System Restore: 1. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open the Device Manager window. 3.
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... make arrangements to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. This must be a charge, but the helpful support is still available. This is the fastest method of repair, as some important details), which are a few days. ● If a repair is necessary, the HP Customer Care Center...
... make arrangements to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. This must be a charge, but the helpful support is still available. This is the fastest method of repair, as some important details), which are a few days. ● If a repair is necessary, the HP Customer Care Center...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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.... ● Connect to find additional troubleshooting help from the Windows community. ● Find safety and regulatory notices. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up -to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of information Where to the Internet. Quick Setup (this Guide) ●...
.... ● Connect to find additional troubleshooting help from the Windows community. ● Find safety and regulatory notices. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up -to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of information Where to the Internet. Quick Setup (this Guide) ●...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... side panel does not change the volume of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on -screen menu displays. If you may need to hear sound during the initial setup of the device plugged into the HDMI port. Unless a device is muted. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must be connected to the graphics card before you want to adjust the resolution setting for the monitor. For optimum viewing, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device...
... side panel does not change the volume of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on -screen menu displays. If you may need to hear sound during the initial setup of the device plugged into the HDMI port. Unless a device is muted. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must be connected to the graphics card before you want to adjust the resolution setting for the monitor. For optimum viewing, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start up. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Computer will not turn it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up Windows. See Display (monitor - If the display (monitor) is not, contact Support. select models only) on or start. The computer should be on . 5 Troubleshooting...
... solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start up. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Computer will not turn it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up Windows. See Display (monitor - If the display (monitor) is not, contact Support. select models only) on or start. The computer should be on . 5 Troubleshooting...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... CDs or DVDs included in this table). - doing so might have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. If the antenna is still available from the Recovery Manager. 12 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ENWW...
... CDs or DVDs included in this table). - doing so might have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. If the antenna is still available from the Recovery Manager. 12 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ENWW...
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... Center listed earlier in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. 14 Chapter 6 Support information ENWW If you . There are a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are confirming that you intend to upgrade your new computer. These services are covered during the warranty period. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades...
... Center listed earlier in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. 14 Chapter 6 Support information ENWW If you . There are a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are confirming that you intend to upgrade your new computer. These services are covered during the warranty period. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... your computer model. Connect the monitor to it. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. 2 Troubleshooting Refer to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the computer, plug it in, and turn it on. See Display (monitor) on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in properly. Select Task Manager. 3. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page...
... your computer model. Connect the monitor to it. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. 2 Troubleshooting Refer to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the computer, plug it in, and turn it on. See Display (monitor) on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in properly. Select Task Manager. 3. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... of the computer. 2. Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the underside of the mouse for 5 to the back of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of your computer, and then...
... of the computer. 2. Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the underside of the mouse for 5 to the back of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of your computer, and then...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Ensure that you are using the proper cables for your Internet connection type. start the desired program. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. If the antenna is produced. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to connect analog speakers. Run the wireless setup...
...the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Ensure that you are using the proper cables for your Internet connection type. start the desired program. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. If the antenna is produced. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to connect analog speakers. Run the wireless setup...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of Microsoft Windows. 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. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System...
Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of Microsoft Windows. 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. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System...