Quick Setup Guide
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... and Support and HP software issues. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. User Manuals. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your screen, click on your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to driver updates...
... and Support and HP software issues. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. User Manuals. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your screen, click on your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to driver updates...
Quick Setup Guide
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...; Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. 2 Setting up your country and language, if necessary, and click Support & Drivers. 3 Place the computer so that all ventilation openings are shown under Windows edition.) b. Download and install operating system updates. If the computer has a television tuner, or a modem or telephone connection, protect the computer by unplugging the power cord from the equipment by using surge protection...
...; Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. 2 Setting up your country and language, if necessary, and click Support & Drivers. 3 Place the computer so that all ventilation openings are shown under Windows edition.) b. Download and install operating system updates. If the computer has a television tuner, or a modem or telephone connection, protect the computer by unplugging the power cord from the equipment by using surge protection...
Quick Setup Guide
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... instructions provided by using Online Services: a. If necessary, select your computer operating system. d. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. e. Select your computer model from Product search results. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to download. Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for your computer model name and number in an unstable installation, infect the computer with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Follow the software...
... instructions provided by using Online Services: a. If necessary, select your computer operating system. d. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. e. Select your computer model from Product search results. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to download. Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for your computer model name and number in an unstable installation, infect the computer with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Follow the software...
Quick Setup Guide
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... external audio systems (purchased separately). Using an HDMI monitor If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. the Beats-off icon appears on the back panel. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beatsoptimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the back panel. Because of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to hear sound during the initial setup of the computer. To disable...
... external audio systems (purchased separately). Using an HDMI monitor If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. the Beats-off icon appears on the back panel. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beatsoptimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the back panel. Because of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to hear sound during the initial setup of the computer. To disable...
Quick Setup Guide
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... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. If your HP computer is connected to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. Setting up additional features Click OK. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. NVIDIA graphics cards...
... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. If your HP computer is connected to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. Setting up additional features Click OK. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. NVIDIA graphics cards...
Quick Setup Guide
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... power button on each additional monitor. 4. The power indicator light on the computer. When the setup is required for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. or three-monitor display. The monitor should have a DVI, HDMI, or VGA connector. The monitor's connection type must match the connector on all connected displays. 6. DisplayPort HDMI...
... power button on each additional monitor. 4. The power indicator light on the computer. When the setup is required for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. or three-monitor display. The monitor should have a DVI, HDMI, or VGA connector. The monitor's connection type must match the connector on all connected displays. 6. DisplayPort HDMI...
Quick Setup Guide
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... used. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. Use the mouse to turn off Num Lock, so that is not detected. After saving changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to mouse movement. Use the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu...
... used. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. Use the mouse to turn off Num Lock, so that is not detected. After saving changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on the number keypad. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to mouse movement. Use the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu...
Quick Setup Guide
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... the graphics card (select models only) to connect your computer (or speaker system). Volume is set appropriately. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the back of the computer. Unplug headphones if they are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you are connected to enter...
... the graphics card (select models only) to connect your computer (or speaker system). Volume is set appropriately. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on the back of the computer. Unplug headphones if they are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you are connected to enter...
Quick Setup Guide
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...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. This is internal, try to move the antenna to move the computer. Restores the software (if it on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ) - At the bottom of your Internet connection type. Software troubleshooting 17 Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems...
...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. This is internal, try to move the antenna to move the computer. Restores the software (if it on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ) - At the bottom of your Internet connection type. Software troubleshooting 17 Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems...
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... of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. To add restore points manually: 1. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. screen instructions. Click...
... of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. To add restore points manually: 1. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. screen instructions. Click...
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... upgrade your system. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for repairs 21 Customer support for help with setting up. After thirty (30) days, there may be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make...
... upgrade your system. Refer to the setup poster included with your system for repairs 21 Customer support for help with setting up. After thirty (30) days, there may be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to the Internet. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Find computer warranty information. ● Get technical support. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. ● Get up-to-date information and...
Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-to the Internet. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Find computer warranty information. ● Get technical support. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. ● Get up-to-date information and...
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 a monitor, and using HDMI to connect a TV. Using the HDMI port controls (select models only) The right side of the device plugged into the HDMI port. Press the menu button (the top button displayed). When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume on -screen menu displays. NOTE: If you ever need to recover the computer operating system you may need to activate sound and...
... 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 connect a TV. Using the HDMI port controls (select models only) The right side of the device plugged into the HDMI port. Press the menu button (the top button displayed). When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume on -screen menu displays. NOTE: If you ever need to recover the computer operating system you may need to activate sound and...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... Power button to start up Windows. Computer does not start 7 Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the external power source are plugged in properly. if it . When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. If the display (monitor) is blank, the monitor...
... Power button to start up Windows. Computer does not start 7 Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the external power source are plugged in properly. if it . When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. If the display (monitor) is blank, the monitor...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on your Internet connection type. NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. Try to connect again later, or contact your Internet service provider (ISP) for your product CD. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
... hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on your Internet connection type. NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a dial-up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. Try to connect again later, or contact your Internet service provider (ISP) for your product CD. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. If you intend to upgrade your new computer. Refer to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are covered during the warranty period. There are a few limitations and exclusions to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up...
... conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. If you intend to upgrade your new computer. Refer to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are covered during the warranty period. There are a few limitations and exclusions to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... be properly connected. Select Task Manager. 3. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. The computer should be on . For more seconds to turn it on ; If Windows opens, immediately back up and is functioning, the green power supply light on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in properly...
... be properly connected. Select Task Manager. 3. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. The computer should be on . For more seconds to turn it on ; If Windows opens, immediately back up and is functioning, the green power supply light on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in properly...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... from a USB connector on most-not all-programs). 3. Press Num Lock on the keyboard to turn off Num Lock, so that the mouse is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save your computer. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to 10 seconds until the LED on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting After saving changes in the...
... from a USB connector on most-not all-programs). 3. Press Num Lock on the keyboard to turn off Num Lock, so that the mouse is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to save your computer. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to 10 seconds until the LED on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting After saving changes in the...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Ensure that the speakers are connected to enter the on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Use the front-panel buttons to your computer (or speaker system). I cannot 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). If you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to an audio connector, not a Line In...
... Ensure that the speakers are connected to enter the on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Use the front-panel buttons to your computer (or speaker system). I cannot 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). If you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to an audio connector, not a Line In...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see System recovery on page 8) - Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Restores your computer to a configuration that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Microsoft System Restore, later in use before you have a problem that might not be due to add restore points manually: 1. From the Start screen, type device manager, and...
... then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see System recovery on page 8) - Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Restores your computer to a configuration that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Microsoft System Restore, later in use before you have a problem that might not be due to add restore points manually: 1. From the Start screen, type device manager, and...