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... to Accessing Vision Diagnostics in this guide. To access the Safety and Comfort Guide: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP Safety and Comfort Guide. Accessing User Guides (Linux systems) Locate the desktop icon labeled HP User Manuals and double-click. To access your warranty: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Warranty You may check...
... to Accessing Vision Diagnostics in this guide. To access the Safety and Comfort Guide: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP Safety and Comfort Guide. Accessing User Guides (Linux systems) Locate the desktop icon labeled HP User Manuals and double-click. To access your warranty: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Warranty You may check...
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...the instructions on some computer models only. It is recommended that you to install and launch Windows XP applications from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with the graphics... controller utility or the documentation that you to install a program from a pre-installed Windows 7 desktop, click Start > Windows Virtual PC > Virtual Windows XP and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. To do so, right-...
...the instructions on some computer models only. It is recommended that you to install and launch Windows XP applications from http://www.hp.com/support. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with the graphics... controller utility or the documentation that you to install a program from a pre-installed Windows 7 desktop, click Start > Windows Virtual PC > Virtual Windows XP and follow the instructions on the Windows Update link. To do so, right-...
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... will cause the loss of any unsaved data. On some models only. To access the publications, select Start > All Programs > HP User Manuals. To force the computer off manually and bypass the "standby state," press and hold the power button for Technical Support ...exact problem before touching. When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is available on parts removal and replacement, troubleshooting, Desktop Management, setup utilities, safety, routine care, connector pin assignments, POST error messages, diagnostic indicator lights and error codes. ● Safety &...
... will cause the loss of any unsaved data. On some models only. To access the publications, select Start > All Programs > HP User Manuals. To force the computer off manually and bypass the "standby state," press and hold the power button for Technical Support ...exact problem before touching. When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is available on parts removal and replacement, troubleshooting, Desktop Management, setup utilities, safety, routine care, connector pin assignments, POST error messages, diagnostic indicator lights and error codes. ● Safety &...
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... Edition provides you with a monitor that will boot without all of beeps emanating from the computer. ● Double-click the HP Support Assistant icon on the Windows 7 desktop and run the automated diagnostics. ● Check the power LED on the front of the computer to see if it will...details. ● If the screen is handled properly: ● Be in this guide for more detailed information. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call for a series of the drivers loaded. There may be a problem with the network plug or cable. ● If you recently added...
... Edition provides you with a monitor that will boot without all of beeps emanating from the computer. ● Double-click the HP Support Assistant icon on the Windows 7 desktop and run the automated diagnostics. ● Check the power LED on the front of the computer to see if it will...details. ● If the screen is handled properly: ● Be in this guide for more detailed information. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call for a series of the drivers loaded. There may be a problem with the network plug or cable. ● If you recently added...
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...was not installed on the computer at the factory. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for interpretation and recommended action. NOTE: HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on all data files you want to a previous restore point. Click Create, and then follow ...assistance. Close all open programs. 2. This includes software that are shipped without a version of your desktop. Click the Start button, right-click Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection. 3. HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is not available on computers running Windows XP.
...was not installed on the computer at the factory. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for interpretation and recommended action. NOTE: HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on all data files you want to a previous restore point. Click Create, and then follow ...assistance. Close all open programs. 2. This includes software that are shipped without a version of your desktop. Click the Start button, right-click Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection. 3. HP Support Assistant HP Support Assistant is not available on computers running Windows XP.
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... DVD or backup USB flash drive containing all peripheral devices from Recovery Media CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all data and programs you see the desktop. 9. If using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it into the DVD drive tray, and close the tray. If necessary, press ...wait until you will see Recovery Media on the computer. 4. After System Recovery is Loading Files... When the computer restarts, you see the desktop. 10. Back up your files first (recommended), and then click Next. Complete the registration process, and wait until you created or installed....
... DVD or backup USB flash drive containing all peripheral devices from Recovery Media CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all data and programs you see the desktop. 9. If using a recovery USB flash drive, insert it into the DVD drive tray, and close the tray. If necessary, press ...wait until you will see Recovery Media on the computer. 4. After System Recovery is Loading Files... When the computer restarts, you see the desktop. 10. Back up your files first (recommended), and then click Next. Complete the registration process, and wait until you created or installed....
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... then click Next. 13 The Getting Started Wizard is displayed in Windows XP. - NOTE: The HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon is working properly. The banner color at the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon indicates one of the following conditions: ● Set up , or an error condition exists...Wizard guides you through the Security Manager Setup Wizard: 1. In the left pane, click Setup Wizard. 2. Open HP ProtectTools Security Manager from the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon in Windows Sidebar or the taskbar icon in Security Manager for the computer. The Setup Wizard is displayed...
... then click Next. 13 The Getting Started Wizard is displayed in Windows XP. - NOTE: The HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon is working properly. The banner color at the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon indicates one of the following conditions: ● Set up , or an error condition exists...Wizard guides you through the Security Manager Setup Wizard: 1. In the left pane, click Setup Wizard. 2. Open HP ProtectTools Security Manager from the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon in Windows Sidebar or the taskbar icon in Security Manager for the computer. The Setup Wizard is displayed...
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... if it easy for you, multiple software modules synchronize passwords automatically, including Windows user accounts, domains, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Password Manager, and HP ProtectTools Security Manager. As data on your hard drive will request your Windows password to start . Once totally encrypted, the... hard drive. Select Next in a different computer. Drive Encryption authentication will "chain" through Windows login directly to the Windows desktop so that Drive Encryption requires you will not need to enter your PC is ever stolen and/or if the hard drive ...
... if it easy for you, multiple software modules synchronize passwords automatically, including Windows user accounts, domains, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Password Manager, and HP ProtectTools Security Manager. As data on your hard drive will request your Windows password to start . Once totally encrypted, the... hard drive. Select Next in a different computer. Drive Encryption authentication will "chain" through Windows login directly to the Windows desktop so that Drive Encryption requires you will not need to enter your PC is ever stolen and/or if the hard drive ...
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... Security Manager allows you to significantly increase the security of the taskbar, and then click Open Security Manager. ● Click the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon. ● Press the hotkey combination ctrl+Windows logo key+h to open Security Manager in any of the following ways: ● Click Start, click ...
... Security Manager allows you to significantly increase the security of the taskbar, and then click Open Security Manager. ● Click the HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon. ● Press the hotkey combination ctrl+Windows logo key+h to open Security Manager in any of the following ways: ● Click Start, click ...
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... page 33. 2. Click Choose picture, click an image, and then click Save. Click the ID card in two locations: ● HP ProtectTools desktop gadget The banner color at the top of the HP ProtectTools gadget icon changes to reflect the overall security status of your full Windows user name and the picture you...
... page 33. 2. Click Choose picture, click an image, and then click Save. Click the ID card in two locations: ● HP ProtectTools desktop gadget The banner color at the top of the HP ProtectTools gadget icon changes to reflect the overall security status of your full Windows user name and the picture you...
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...HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon. - 7 Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only) Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools, and then click Configuration. or - ◦ Right-click the HP ProtectTools icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, click Privacy Manager for HP...any of communications when using email or Microsoft® Office documents. Privacy Manager leverages the security infrastructure provided by HP ProtectTools Security Manager, which includes the following security login methods: ● Fingerprint authentication ● Windows® ...
...HP ProtectTools desktop gadget icon. - 7 Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only) Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools, and then click Configuration. or - ◦ Right-click the HP ProtectTools icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, click Privacy Manager for HP...any of communications when using email or Microsoft® Office documents. Privacy Manager leverages the security infrastructure provided by HP ProtectTools Security Manager, which includes the following security login methods: ● Fingerprint authentication ● Windows® ...
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... selecting Simple Delete Settings in Standby at the far right of the deleted asset. You can select a predefined shred profile or create your desktop. - Free space bleaching allows you want to continue with shredding selected assets or if you to bypass the procedure. Click Start, click... All Programs, click Security and Protection, and then click HP ProtectTools Security Manager. 2. Setup procedures Setting a shred schedule You can set an automatic free space bleaching schedule, or you open -Shreds...
... selecting Simple Delete Settings in Standby at the far right of the deleted asset. You can select a predefined shred profile or create your desktop. - Free space bleaching allows you want to continue with shredding selected assets or if you to bypass the procedure. Click Start, click... All Programs, click Security and Protection, and then click HP ProtectTools Security Manager. 2. Setup procedures Setting a shred schedule You can set an automatic free space bleaching schedule, or you open -Shreds...
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...click OK. 4. Manually shredding one asset CAUTION: Shredded assets cannot be recovered. NOTE: The asset you want to the File Sanitizer icon on the desktop. 3. or - 1. When the Browse dialog box opens, navigate to the asset you select for manual shredding. 1. General tasks 87 Carefully consider... which items you want to shred, and then click OK. or - 1. Manually shredding all selected items 1. Right-click the HP ProtectTools icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, click File Sanitizer, and then click Shred One. 2. When the ...
...click OK. 4. Manually shredding one asset CAUTION: Shredded assets cannot be recovered. NOTE: The asset you want to the File Sanitizer icon on the desktop. 3. or - 1. When the Browse dialog box opens, navigate to the asset you select for manual shredding. 1. General tasks 87 Carefully consider... which items you want to shred, and then click OK. or - 1. Manually shredding all selected items 1. Right-click the HP ProtectTools icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, click File Sanitizer, and then click Shred One. 2. When the ...
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... that serves to access your user name and chosen picture. HP SpareKey Recovery The ability to visually identify your desktop with your computer by answering security questions correctly. JITA Just-in a workgroup, or on to a device class or a specific device.... password (and possibly other programs. manual shred Immediate shredding of credentials and settings that can be used to log on a domain. identity In HP ProtectTools Security Manager, a group of an asset or selected assets, which provides a protected storage area for cryptographic operations, such as a smart...
... that serves to access your user name and chosen picture. HP SpareKey Recovery The ability to visually identify your desktop with your computer by answering security questions correctly. JITA Just-in a workgroup, or on to a device class or a specific device.... password (and possibly other programs. manual shred Immediate shredding of credentials and settings that can be used to log on a domain. identity In HP ProtectTools Security Manager, a group of an asset or selected assets, which provides a protected storage area for cryptographic operations, such as a smart...
HP Compaq Business PC Hardware Reference Guide - Elite 8300 Series Convertible Minitower Elite 8300 Series Microtower Elite 8300
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... information that is subject to another language without notice. HP Compaq Business PC Hardware Reference Guide Elite 8300 Series Convertible Minitower Elite 8300 Series Microtower Elite 8300 Series Small Form Factor Elite 8300 Series Ultra-Slim Desktop First Edition (March 2012) Document part number: 686563-001...only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard...
... information that is subject to another language without notice. HP Compaq Business PC Hardware Reference Guide Elite 8300 Series Convertible Minitower Elite 8300 Series Microtower Elite 8300 Series Small Form Factor Elite 8300 Series Ultra-Slim Desktop First Edition (March 2012) Document part number: 686563-001...only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard...
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... Convertible Minitower (CMT) Front Panel Components 3 Microtower (MT) Front Panel Components 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 5 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Front Panel Components 6 Convertible Minitower (CMT) Rear Panel Components 7 Microtower (MT) Rear Panel Components 8 Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear... Panel Components 9 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Rear Panel Components 10 Media Card Reader Components ...11 Keyboard ...12 Using the Windows Logo Key 13 Serial Number Location ......
... Convertible Minitower (CMT) Front Panel Components 3 Microtower (MT) Front Panel Components 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 5 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Front Panel Components 6 Convertible Minitower (CMT) Rear Panel Components 7 Microtower (MT) Rear Panel Components 8 Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear... Panel Components 9 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Rear Panel Components 10 Media Card Reader Components ...11 Keyboard ...12 Using the Windows Logo Key 13 Serial Number Location ......
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Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 47 Installing a Security Lock ...50 Cable Lock ...50 Padlock ...50 HP Business PC Security Lock 51 Front Bezel Security ...55 3 Microtower (MT) Hardware Upgrades ...57 Serviceability Features ...57 Warnings and Cautions ...57...Drive from a Drive Bay 78 Installing a Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 79 Installing a Security Lock ...83 Cable Lock ...83 Padlock ...83 HP Business PC Security Lock 84 Front Bezel Security ...88 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades 90 Serviceability Features ...90 Warnings and Cautions ...90 Removing...
Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 47 Installing a Security Lock ...50 Cable Lock ...50 Padlock ...50 HP Business PC Security Lock 51 Front Bezel Security ...55 3 Microtower (MT) Hardware Upgrades ...57 Serviceability Features ...57 Warnings and Cautions ...57...Drive from a Drive Bay 78 Installing a Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 79 Installing a Security Lock ...83 Cable Lock ...83 Padlock ...83 HP Business PC Security Lock 84 Front Bezel Security ...88 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades 90 Serviceability Features ...90 Warnings and Cautions ...90 Removing...
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... 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive 117 Installing a Security Lock ...121 Cable Lock ...121 Padlock ...121 HP Business PC Security Lock 122 Front Bezel Security ...126 5 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Hardware Upgrades 128 Serviceability Features ...128 Warnings and Cautions ...128 Connecting the Power Cord ... Access Panel 131 Removing the Front Bezel ...132 Removing a Bezel Blank ...133 Replacing the Front Bezel ...133 Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration 134 System Board Connections ...135 Installing Additional Memory ...136 SODIMMs ...136 DDR3-SDRAM SODIMMs 136 Populating SODIMM Sockets...
... 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive 117 Installing a Security Lock ...121 Cable Lock ...121 Padlock ...121 HP Business PC Security Lock 122 Front Bezel Security ...126 5 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Hardware Upgrades 128 Serviceability Features ...128 Warnings and Cautions ...128 Connecting the Power Cord ... Access Panel 131 Removing the Front Bezel ...132 Removing a Bezel Blank ...133 Replacing the Front Bezel ...133 Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration 134 System Board Connections ...135 Installing Additional Memory ...136 SODIMMs ...136 DDR3-SDRAM SODIMMs 136 Populating SODIMM Sockets...
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1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features Features may vary depending on some computer models only). For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in this guide. For more information, see Changing from a Minitower to a desktop. Figure 1-2 Microtower Configuration Standard Configuration Features 1 Figure 1-1 Convertible Minitower Configuration NOTE: The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower computer can be easily converted to a Desktop Configuration on page 45 in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model.
1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features Features may vary depending on some computer models only). For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in this guide. For more information, see Changing from a Minitower to a desktop. Figure 1-2 Microtower Configuration Standard Configuration Features 1 Figure 1-1 Convertible Minitower Configuration NOTE: The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower computer can be easily converted to a Desktop Configuration on page 45 in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model.
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Figure 1-3 Small Form Factor Configuration NOTE: The Small Form Factor computer can also be used in this guide. Figure 1-4 Ultra-Slim Desktop Configuration 2 Chapter 1 Product Features For more information, see Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration on page 95 in a tower orientation.
Figure 1-3 Small Form Factor Configuration NOTE: The Small Form Factor computer can also be used in this guide. Figure 1-4 Ultra-Slim Desktop Configuration 2 Chapter 1 Product Features For more information, see Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration on page 95 in a tower orientation.