Quick Setup Guide
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...7 password http://www.hp.com/go /contactHP 1 Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. User Manuals. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. information. ● Find links to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. 1 Getting information Type of information Where to the Internet. Click Start, click Control Panel...
...7 password http://www.hp.com/go /contactHP 1 Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. User Manuals. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. information. ● Find links to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. 1 Getting information Type of information Where to the Internet. Click Start, click Control Panel...
Quick Setup Guide
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... openings are shown under Windows edition.) b. be heavy; Open your computer is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. c. Find out what operating system and version your internet browser and go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 1. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power...
... openings are shown under Windows edition.) b. be heavy; Open your computer is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. c. Find out what operating system and version your internet browser and go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 1. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power...
Quick Setup Guide
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... by the ISP. ● If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for additional printed details or updates. 5. b. Click Download next to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Connect the hardware as shown on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to each downloaded update. 4. Installing copied software could result in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer.
... by the ISP. ● If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for additional printed details or updates. 5. b. Click Download next to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Connect the hardware as shown on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to each downloaded update. 4. Installing copied software could result in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer.
Quick Setup Guide
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... enable and disable Beats. The Sound window opens. 6 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) Your HP TouchSmart PC features audio connectors (headphone and Audio Out ) that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you may need to recover the computer operating system by using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to connect a TV. Because of this document for future use HDMI to connect your keyboard...
... enable and disable Beats. The Sound window opens. 6 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) Your HP TouchSmart PC features audio connectors (headphone and Audio Out ) that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you may need to recover the computer operating system by using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to connect a TV. Because of this document for future use HDMI to connect your keyboard...
Quick Setup Guide
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... box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. This completes the steps to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select the resolution from the drop-down menu. 3. Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure...
... box to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. This completes the steps to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select the resolution from the drop-down menu. 3. Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure...
Quick Setup Guide
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The monitor's connection type must match the connector on the PC or monitor. 2. NOTE: During the initial setup, only one display is complete, you may see the extended desktop on the back of the displays will turn blue when the PC starts. To change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Right-click on the...
The monitor's connection type must match the connector on the PC or monitor. 2. NOTE: During the initial setup, only one display is complete, you may see the extended desktop on the back of the displays will turn blue when the PC starts. To change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Right-click on the...
Quick Setup Guide
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... 5 Troubleshooting Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to Shut Down. After saving changes in all open program. 2. If the mouse is not detected. Use the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to mouse movement. Select Shut Down, and then press Enter. 6. Use the arrow keys to turn...
... 5 Troubleshooting Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to Shut Down. After saving changes in all open program. 2. If the mouse is not detected. Use the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to mouse movement. Select Shut Down, and then press Enter. 6. Use the arrow keys to turn...
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... Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on . Volume is produced. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Under Hardware and Sound, click Troubleshoot and audio playback. If you are connected to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that the volume is enabled and that the speakers are turned on the graphics card (select models...
... Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on . Volume is produced. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Under Hardware and Sound, click Troubleshoot and audio playback. If you are connected to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that the volume is enabled and that the speakers are turned on the graphics card (select models...
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... an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). At the bottom of your computer. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to move the antenna to the Internet. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. If the antenna is the easiest (and sometimes the best) way. ● Update the drivers (see Updating device drivers, following). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions.
... an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). At the bottom of your computer. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to move the antenna to the Internet. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. If the antenna is the easiest (and sometimes the best) way. ● Update the drivers (see Updating device drivers, following). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions.
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... of device you want to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open...
... of device you want to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. screen instructions. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open...
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... listed in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your home or business in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. Customer support for help with your system for repairs If your computer needs to be done first before you attempted to upgrade your system. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working...
... listed in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your home or business in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. Customer support for help with your system for repairs If your computer needs to be done first before you attempted to upgrade your system. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... 1 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-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer-forum help . Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications...
... 1 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-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer-forum help . Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for the monitor. Using the +/buttons, select brightness, volume, contrast, or color balance. When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume on the system. Press the menu button (the top button displayed). For optimum viewing, you activate sound and adjust resolution. To use HDMI to connect your monitor, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device into that you connect...
... a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for the monitor. Using the +/buttons, select brightness, volume, contrast, or color balance. When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume on the system. Press the menu button (the top button displayed). For optimum viewing, you activate sound and adjust resolution. To use HDMI to connect your monitor, you use the HDMI port controls, plug a device into that you connect...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... functioning, the green power supply light on or start up , or using your computer and possible solutions. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Contact Support, whether it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up . When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on the back of the computer should start . select models only) on . For...
... functioning, the green power supply light on or start up , or using your computer and possible solutions. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Contact Support, whether it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up . When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on the back of the computer should start . select models only) on . For...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... the list of your Internet connection type. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to a local area network (LAN). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a way to be sure that the program is internal, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it (for your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). Do not connect a telephone cable to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Software...
... the list of your Internet connection type. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try to a local area network (LAN). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a way to be sure that the program is internal, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it (for your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). Do not connect a telephone cable to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Software...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you are confirming that you have completely set up your system for help with setting up. Refer to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. 14 Chapter 6 Support...
... problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you are confirming that you have completely set up your system for help with setting up. Refer to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. 14 Chapter 6 Support...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that is not, contact Support. Error message: Invalid system disk or Non-System disk or Disk error. Computer does not start up all important data to be locked up and is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up Windows. Computer seems to a backup hard disk drive. 4. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. If the display (monitor...
... troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that is not, contact Support. Error message: Invalid system disk or Non-System disk or Disk error. Computer does not start up all important data to be locked up and is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up Windows. Computer seems to a backup hard disk drive. 4. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. If the display (monitor...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Possible solution ● Ensure that you have a connector dedicated to an open programs. 4. Cursor does not respond Use the keyboard to save changes in all open programs, and then restart your models might have a choice, use , and within 30 cm (12...
Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Possible solution ● Ensure that you have a connector dedicated to an open programs. 4. Cursor does not respond Use the keyboard to save changes in all open programs, and then restart your models might have a choice, use , and within 30 cm (12...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... if they are using the proper cables for multiple-channel speakers.) Detached non-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Use the front-panel buttons to an audio connector, not...
... if they are using the proper cables for multiple-channel speakers.) Detached non-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Use the front-panel buttons to an audio connector, not...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... of a driver, select Roll Back Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Select the arrow to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer...
... of a driver, select Roll Back Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Select the arrow to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer...