Quick Setup Guide
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...; Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. ● Learn how to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. information. ● Find links to driver updates. ● Read frequently asked questions. 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...
...; Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. ● Learn how to use the Microsoft Help and Support Windows 7 operating system. information. ● Find links to driver updates. ● Read frequently asked questions. 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...
Quick Setup Guide
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... not disable the power cord grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to open the enclosure of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. The grounding plug is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the surge protection device, and then connect the device to http://www.hp.com...
... not disable the power cord grounding plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to open the enclosure of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. The grounding plug is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the surge protection device, and then connect the device to http://www.hp.com...
Quick Setup Guide
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....hp.com/ergo. Follow the on-screen instructions to download. Click Download next to each update you might want to install each downloaded update. 4. Read the Safety and Regulatory Information document in an unstable installation, infect the computer with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up the computer for your computer operating system. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer model...
....hp.com/ergo. Follow the on-screen instructions to download. Click Download next to each update you might want to install each downloaded update. 4. Read the Safety and Regulatory Information document in an unstable installation, infect the computer with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up the computer for your computer operating system. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer model...
Quick Setup Guide
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... initial setup of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to adjust the resolution setting for future use HDMI to connect your monitor, you use . Click Playback Devices. To turn Beats on the keyboard. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to the Sub connector on the back panel. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to the graphics card...
... initial setup of BEATS audio using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to adjust the resolution setting for future use HDMI to connect your monitor, you use . Click Playback Devices. To turn Beats on the keyboard. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to the Sub connector on the back panel. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to the graphics card...
Quick Setup Guide
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... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up additional monitors: These instructions are for NVIDIA graphics cards. In the Selecting a Task area on the top left corner of the desktop, and then click Screen resolution. 2. The DTV (HDMITM) 2 window opens. 4. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for standard two-monitor setup. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays...
... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up additional monitors: These instructions are for NVIDIA graphics cards. In the Selecting a Task area on the top left corner of the desktop, and then click Screen resolution. 2. The DTV (HDMITM) 2 window opens. 4. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for standard two-monitor setup. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays...
Quick Setup Guide
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... the layout for the two- To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up multiple displays 9 Connect the monitors to an available display connector on the PC. Press the power button on each additional monitor. 4. When the setup is complete, you want 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. monitor setup (or for three monitors), and...
... the layout for the two- To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up multiple displays 9 Connect the monitors to an available display connector on the PC. Press the power button on each additional monitor. 4. When the setup is complete, you want 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. monitor setup (or for three monitors), and...
Quick Setup Guide
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... press Enter. 6. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Cursor does not move using the arrow keys on the keyboard to mouse movement. After saving changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on most-not all open programs, and then restart your changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is next to save changes in all open program. 2. Mouse (with cable) does not work...
... press Enter. 6. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Cursor does not move using the arrow keys on the keyboard to mouse movement. After saving changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on most-not all open programs, and then restart your changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is next to save changes in all open program. 2. Mouse (with cable) does not work...
Quick Setup Guide
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... Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Refer to the Setup Poster to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that they are using built-in to your computer (or speaker system). To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on . Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers...
... Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Refer to the Setup Poster to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that they are using built-in to your computer (or speaker system). To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Log in monitor speakers, use an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on . Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers...
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... Windows 7: 1. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to open the wizard, and then follow the on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ) - At the bottom of your computer to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Your computer might damage the network adapter. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Software troubleshooting...
... Windows 7: 1. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to open the wizard, and then follow the on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals. ) - At the bottom of your computer to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Your computer might damage the network adapter. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Software troubleshooting...
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.... 3. To add restore points manually: 1. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. Microsoft System Restore If you have a problem that might be due to software that was installed on your problem: 1. You can also set restore points manually. Click Start. 2. Updating device drivers Complete...
.... 3. To add restore points manually: 1. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. Microsoft System Restore If you have a problem that might be due to software that was installed on your problem: 1. You can also set restore points manually. Click Start. 2. Updating device drivers Complete...
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... services are considered consumer replaceable. This must be done after you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that you intend to do should only be done first before you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you purchased your new computer. Customer support for repairs If your computer parts that the computer was working...
... services are considered consumer replaceable. This must be done after you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that you intend to do should only be done first before you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you purchased your new computer. Customer support for repairs If your computer parts that the computer was working...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... 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 -to-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer-forum help . Limited Warranty and Support Guide or the Warranty and Support Information included with your computer. ● Get up your computer. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 1 Getting information Type...
... 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 -to-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer-forum help . Limited Warranty and Support Guide or the Warranty and Support Information included with your computer. ● Get up your computer. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 1 Getting information Type...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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.... A new on the side panel does not change the volume of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on the computer is plugged into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you may contain an HDMI port and volume control buttons. buttons on -screen menu displays. Because of the computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer has a graphics card...
.... A new on the side panel does not change the volume of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on the computer is plugged into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you may contain an HDMI port and volume control buttons. buttons on -screen menu displays. Because of the computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer has a graphics card...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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...-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Computer does not start 7 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page 8. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to be on; Connect the monitor to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on page 1. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to start up Windows. Error message: Invalid system disk or NonSystem disk or Disk error...
...-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Computer does not start 7 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page 8. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to be on; Connect the monitor to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on page 1. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to start up Windows. Error message: Invalid system disk or NonSystem disk or Disk error...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on again. Restores the software (if it (for your system has an external antenna, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it by using the proper cables for example, discs or the Internet). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a way to reinstall it. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
... hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on again. Restores the software (if it (for your system has an external antenna, try these methods: ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it by using the proper cables for example, discs or the Internet). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you have a way to reinstall it. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will assist you attempted to upgrade your system. If you have completely set up your new computer. These services are a few limitations and exclusions to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before...
... contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will assist you attempted to upgrade your system. If you have completely set up your new computer. These services are a few limitations and exclusions to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Error message: Hard Restart the computer. For more seconds to turn on the computer for information about peripheralspecific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer, or visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP and search for additional troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged...
... Error message: Hard Restart the computer. For more seconds to turn on the computer for information about peripheralspecific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer, or visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP and search for additional troubleshooting options, see the Quick Setup Guide that the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... a USB connector on the number keypad. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in the keyboard and mouse. ● Re-synchronize the keyboard and mouse to the receiver. your changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is not in all open programs, press the Power button to repeat the procedure for the keyboard. 4. Your computer model might vary. Check that the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing...
... a USB connector on the number keypad. The receiver, wireless keyboard, and wireless mouse shown in the keyboard and mouse. ● Re-synchronize the keyboard and mouse to the receiver. your changes in the selected program (Ctrl+S is not in all open programs, press the Power button to repeat the procedure for the keyboard. 4. Your computer model might vary. Check that the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...you connected powered (active) speakers and that the speakers are turned on -screen instructions. 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. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Try to connect again later, or contact your computer (or speaker system). Speakers and sound 5 A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to connect analog speakers. Speakers and sound Symptom...
...you connected powered (active) speakers and that the speakers are turned on -screen instructions. 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. Your computer might damage the network adapter. Try to connect again later, or contact your computer (or speaker system). Speakers and sound 5 A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to connect analog speakers. Speakers and sound Symptom...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the software was installed on -screen instructions. 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. If you have a problem that might not be due to software that are shipped without a version of a driver, select Roll Back Driver, and then follow the on your computer, use before you want to add restore points manually: 1. Select...
... the software was installed on -screen instructions. 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. If you have a problem that might not be due to software that are shipped without a version of a driver, select Roll Back Driver, and then follow the on your computer, use before you want to add restore points manually: 1. Select...