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... requirements for your new location before installing and connecting the computer to a power surge protection device. Do not place any cable in the proper location so that: All ventilation openings are unobstructed. If you use it . Look in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. See "Turning On Your Computer for printed details or updates regarding the computer...
... requirements for your new location before installing and connecting the computer to a power surge protection device. Do not place any cable in the proper location so that: All ventilation openings are unobstructed. If you use it . Look in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. See "Turning On Your Computer for printed details or updates regarding the computer...
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... a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet connection may have only one indicator light. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a network through the network. 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on the back of the wireless radio signal. Lit green when there is installed...
... a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet connection may have only one indicator light. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a network through the network. 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on the back of the wireless radio signal. Lit green when there is installed...
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... onscreen instructions to the Internet. To open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. You must connect through your Web browser and browse the Internet. Your WLAN device should be listed here. Turning On Your Computer for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by using the Windows Vista operating system Device Manager: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on...
... onscreen instructions to the Internet. To open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. You must connect through your Web browser and browse the Internet. Your WLAN device should be listed here. Turning On Your Computer for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by using the Windows Vista operating system Device Manager: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on...
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... access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to the computer Windows Vista critical security updates from a variety of risks by model) Passwords can be able to prevent software attacks or to secure the computer information. For information on Windows Vista passwords: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer. You can be entered at a Windows Vista...
... access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to the computer Windows Vista critical security updates from a variety of risks by model) Passwords can be able to prevent software attacks or to secure the computer information. For information on Windows Vista passwords: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer. You can be entered at a Windows Vista...
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... in most cases, repair any damage that you expose it to computer viruses. Instructions for using the Automatic Updates feature. To protect your system. Run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates, or keep the antivirus software up to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on page 35. Using firewall software When you use the computer for purchasing extended update service, are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies...
... in most cases, repair any damage that you expose it to computer viruses. Instructions for using the Automatic Updates feature. To protect your system. Run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates, or keep the antivirus software up to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on page 35. Using firewall software When you use the computer for purchasing extended update service, are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies...
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... set appropriately. Refer to the setup poster to "HDMI-connected display produces no sound." Use the front panel buttons to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the keyboard. Turn off your computer (or speaker system). Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Adjust system volume. 3 If programs are connected to enter...
... set appropriately. Refer to the setup poster to "HDMI-connected display produces no sound." Use the front panel buttons to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the keyboard. Turn off your computer (or speaker system). Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Adjust system volume. 3 If programs are connected to enter...
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..., hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Replace the memory card if necessary. Some software repairs are experiencing software problems. You must perform the procedures in the order listed in this overview: 1 Restarting your computer (See "Restarting the Computer" on page 18.) 2 Turning off your computer (See "Turning Off the Computer" on page 16.) 3 Updating drivers (See below, page 57.) 4 Microsoft System Restore (See page 58.) 5 Software program and hardware driver reinstallation...
..., hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Replace the memory card if necessary. Some software repairs are experiencing software problems. You must perform the procedures in the order listed in this overview: 1 Restarting your computer (See "Restarting the Computer" on page 18.) 2 Turning off your computer (See "Turning Off the Computer" on page 16.) 3 Updating drivers (See below, page 57.) 4 Microsoft System Restore (See page 58.) 5 Software program and hardware driver reinstallation...
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... configuration to a previous restore point. If you experience a problem that you to restore your computer, use this by model) To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions...
... configuration to a previous restore point. If you experience a problem that you to restore your computer, use this by model) To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions...
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...) connector. If you purchased your computer. All cabling is preset for the country/region in the proper location so that: All ventilation openings are unobstructed. Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Follow the steps on it can be stepped on or damaged from placing furniture on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor...
...) connector. If you purchased your computer. All cabling is preset for the country/region in the proper location so that: All ventilation openings are unobstructed. Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Follow the steps on it can be stepped on or damaged from placing furniture on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor...
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.... Setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a wired or wireless connection. You need an existing wireless LAN with the computer. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet connection may have only one indicator light. Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Checking the wireless LAN device installation...
.... Setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a wired or wireless connection. You need an existing wireless LAN with the computer. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet connection may have only one indicator light. Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Checking the wireless LAN device installation...
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For dial-up Internet service. Checking the wireless LAN device installation You can use any Web browser; NOTE: If no WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. d Follow the onscreen instructions to select an ISP and set up with an ISP, skip...
For dial-up Internet service. Checking the wireless LAN device installation You can use any Web browser; NOTE: If no WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. d Follow the onscreen instructions to select an ISP and set up with an ISP, skip...
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Firewall software. NOTE: Security solutions are set, changed, or deleted, it in the Windows Vista operating system on how you want to control access to your computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of the computer or user User password account Computer viruses Antivirus program Unauthorized access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to...
Firewall software. NOTE: Security solutions are set, changed, or deleted, it in the Windows Vista operating system on how you want to control access to your computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of the computer or user User password account Computer viruses Antivirus program Unauthorized access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Ongoing or future threats to...
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...-up to date by using and updating the antivirus software, and for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer, includes antivirus and firewall components. The software includes a free trial subscription of protection updates. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on the computer. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform...
...-up to date by using and updating the antivirus software, and for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer, includes antivirus and firewall components. The software includes a free trial subscription of protection updates. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on the computer. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform...
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... (or speaker system). Troubleshooting and Maintenance 47 To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the graphics card (select models only) to your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. Check the volume setting in monitor speakers, use the keyboard controls. Possible solution If you want to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound...
... (or speaker system). Troubleshooting and Maintenance 47 To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the graphics card (select models only) to your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. Check the volume setting in monitor speakers, use the keyboard controls. Possible solution If you want to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound...
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... software on your computer configuration to that time and date. To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The feature does this System Restore...
... software on your computer configuration to that time and date. To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The feature does this System Restore...
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... Get Online. b Click Internet Explorer. Checking the wireless LAN device installation You can use any Web browser; The WLAN device may choose another ISP or transfer an existing account to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to this step and follow the onscreen instructions. You must connect through your Web...
... Get Online. b Click Internet Explorer. Checking the wireless LAN device installation You can use any Web browser; The WLAN device may choose another ISP or transfer an existing account to open Internet Explorer: a Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to this step and follow the onscreen instructions. You must connect through your Web...
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... update service, are available. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform the task that they have caused. Antivirus software can detect most cases, repair any damage that you expose it to computer viruses. Run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates, or keep the antivirus software up to date. Turning On Your Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. When you update...
... update service, are available. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform the task that they have caused. Antivirus software can detect most cases, repair any damage that you expose it to computer viruses. Run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates, or keep the antivirus software up to date. Turning On Your Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. When you update...
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... software, you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) Troubleshooting and Maintenance 57 Clean the contacts with an attached device, such as a printer, hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Memory card reader (continued) Symptom Memory card reader (select models only) cannot read the memory card. (continued) Possible solution Ensure the memory card is one does not solve your problem: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager...
... software, you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) Troubleshooting and Maintenance 57 Clean the contacts with an attached device, such as a printer, hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Memory card reader (continued) Symptom Memory card reader (select models only) cannot read the memory card. (continued) Possible solution Ensure the memory card is one does not solve your problem: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager...
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... use this by model) To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The feature does this System Restore procedure before it records the computer settings...
... use this by model) To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance, and then System. 4 Click System protection. 5 Under Automatic Restore Points, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. The feature does this System Restore procedure before it records the computer settings...
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... test to make this a key differentiator for all customers. We are proud to ensure the computer is working correctly before it has not been tampered with setting up. Indonesia: (21) 350-3408 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. To Our Valued Customer Congratulations on , immediately contact the HP Customer 21 Refer to purchase a desktop computer! Vietnam: Call your retailer. Any hardware upgrades...
... test to make this a key differentiator for all customers. We are proud to ensure the computer is working correctly before it has not been tampered with setting up. Indonesia: (21) 350-3408 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. To Our Valued Customer Congratulations on , immediately contact the HP Customer 21 Refer to purchase a desktop computer! Vietnam: Call your retailer. Any hardware upgrades...
