Getting Started Guide
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... updates 48 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 49 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer 50 Using the Keyboard 51 Identifying Keyboard Features 51 Alphanumeric keys 51 Function keys 52 Edit keys...52 Arrow keys ...53 Numeric keys 53 Keyboard indicators 54 Special keyboard buttons 54 Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons 55 Customizing the keyboard buttons 58 Keyboard Shortcuts 58 Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting 59 Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons...
... updates 48 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 49 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer 50 Using the Keyboard 51 Identifying Keyboard Features 51 Alphanumeric keys 51 Function keys 52 Edit keys...52 Arrow keys ...53 Numeric keys 53 Keyboard indicators 54 Special keyboard buttons 54 Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons 55 Customizing the keyboard buttons 58 Keyboard Shortcuts 58 Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting 59 Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons...
Getting Started Guide
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... the wireless LAN antenna cable into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open area. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is supplied with an Internet connection (consult your wireless antenna may vary. Wireless wide area network (WWAN) devices provide access to information anytime and anywhere that you have a wireless network running. An external antenna is installed on the computer correctly: 1 Click the Windows Start Button...
... the wireless LAN antenna cable into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open area. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is supplied with an Internet connection (consult your wireless antenna may vary. Wireless wide area network (WWAN) devices provide access to information anytime and anywhere that you have a wireless network running. An external antenna is installed on the computer correctly: 1 Click the Windows Start Button...
Getting Started Guide
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... modem. Connecting to the Internet The computer can use any specific software and hardware that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Refer to the "Setting Up the Computer" chapter of this guide to the Internet: 1 Sign up Internet service. To connect to make the hardware connections: for a modem, see "Setting Up a Local Area Network." a Click the Windows Start Button on the connection. b Click...
... modem. Connecting to the Internet The computer can use any specific software and hardware that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Refer to the "Setting Up the Computer" chapter of this guide to the Internet: 1 Sign up Internet service. To connect to make the hardware connections: for a modem, see "Setting Up a Local Area Network." a Click the Windows Start Button on the connection. b Click...
Getting Started Guide
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...: Is allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista. Before you begin using the computer, arrange the computer and your comfort and productivity. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the taskbar...
...: Is allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista. Before you begin using the computer, arrange the computer and your comfort and productivity. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the taskbar...
Getting Started Guide
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... Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in most cases repair any damage that you use the computer for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program. The following table lists the Windows Vista passwords and describes their functions. The software includes a free update period. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on how to a Windows Vista user account and the computer contents. Password Function Windows Vista...
... Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in most cases repair any damage that you use the computer for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program. The following table lists the Windows Vista passwords and describes their functions. The software includes a free update period. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on how to a Windows Vista user account and the computer contents. Password Function Windows Vista...
Getting Started Guide
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...taskbar. To configure Automatic Updates: 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Update. 5 Click Change settings. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the computer, includes a firewall program. Under some circumstances, a firewall can block access to monitor all incoming and outgoing communications. Turning On the Computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall...
...taskbar. To configure Automatic Updates: 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Update. 5 Click Change settings. To open and access Norton Internet Security: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the computer, includes a firewall program. Under some circumstances, a firewall can block access to monitor all incoming and outgoing communications. Turning On the Computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall...
Getting Started Guide
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... the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. Download updates but let me choose whether to install them Check for the computer: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables you...
... the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. Download updates but let me choose whether to install them Check for the computer: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables you...
Getting Started Guide
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... the keyboard. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Keyboard. 5 Click the Buttons tab, and then double-click the button that you can perform through 9 for the computer (including the model number, serial number, and service ID). For example, from the Windows Vista desktop, press the Alt (alternate) key, the Ctrl (control) key, and the S key (the letter S) to display support information...
... the keyboard. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Keyboard. 5 Click the Buttons tab, and then double-click the button that you can perform through 9 for the computer (including the model number, serial number, and service ID). For example, from the Windows Vista desktop, press the Alt (alternate) key, the Ctrl (control) key, and the S key (the letter S) to display support information...
Getting Started Guide
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... media software program. 70 Getting Started (features vary by model) The procedure is selected here. Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card This section provides an overview of speakers that are available; For information about the other modes, see "Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes." 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Point to the instructions that you have configured the audio card software, you have installed and connected...
... media software program. 70 Getting Started (features vary by model) The procedure is selected here. Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card This section provides an overview of speakers that are available; For information about the other modes, see "Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes." 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Point to the instructions that you have configured the audio card software, you have installed and connected...
Getting Started Guide
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... types of buttons 51 using 51 L LAN (local area network) 8 antenna 10 checking wireless LAN device 10 connecting wireless LAN device 10 setting up 9 using Local Area Network 8 LightScribe, creating a LightScribe disc label 136 local area network (LAN) 8 M magicSpot 146 manuals storing 6 memory card reader card types 109 in-use light 113 troubleshooting 114 using 109 memory card, formatting 113 Memory Stick (MS) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Duo) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Pro Duo) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Pro) 111 Microdrive disk drive 111 156 Getting Started...
... types of buttons 51 using 51 L LAN (local area network) 8 antenna 10 checking wireless LAN device 10 connecting wireless LAN device 10 setting up 9 using Local Area Network 8 LightScribe, creating a LightScribe disc label 136 local area network (LAN) 8 M magicSpot 146 manuals storing 6 memory card reader card types 109 in-use light 113 troubleshooting 114 using 109 memory card, formatting 113 Memory Stick (MS) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Duo) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Pro Duo) 111 Memory Stick (MS-Pro) 111 Microdrive disk drive 111 156 Getting Started...
Important FreeDOS Operating System Information
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... the optical drive, or when you install it can be liable for support of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Because the Documentation and Utilities CD does not autorun on the command line: c:\fdos\source\freecom\license Visit http://www.freedos.org for any additional software you install. Hardware Diagnostic Tools powered by PC-Doctor either runs automatically when you start your hard drive after you must install a licensed operating...
... the optical drive, or when you install it can be liable for support of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Because the Documentation and Utilities CD does not autorun on the command line: c:\fdos\source\freecom\license Visit http://www.freedos.org for any additional software you install. Hardware Diagnostic Tools powered by PC-Doctor either runs automatically when you start your hard drive after you must install a licensed operating...
PC Troubleshooting
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... Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 Audio ...5 CD and DVD Drives 7 Video...9 Display (Monitor 10 Hard Disk Drive...11 Hardware Installation 11 Internet Access ...13 Keyboard and Mouse 15 Power ...18 Performance ...19 Bluetooth Wireless Devices 20 Miscellaneous ...21 Repairing Software Problems 22 Software Repair Overview 22 Restarting Your Computer 22 Turning Off Your Computer 22 Updating Drivers 22 Microsoft System Restore 23 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 23 System Recovery 24 Creating Recovery Discs 24 System Recovery Options 25 Starting system recovery...
... Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 Audio ...5 CD and DVD Drives 7 Video...9 Display (Monitor 10 Hard Disk Drive...11 Hardware Installation 11 Internet Access ...13 Keyboard and Mouse 15 Power ...18 Performance ...19 Bluetooth Wireless Devices 20 Miscellaneous ...21 Repairing Software Problems 22 Software Repair Overview 22 Restarting Your Computer 22 Turning Off Your Computer 22 Updating Drivers 22 Microsoft System Restore 23 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 23 System Recovery 24 Creating Recovery Discs 24 System Recovery Options 25 Starting system recovery...
PC Troubleshooting
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... to prevent from the Control Panel, refer to run automatically 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for Updates button. 3 Click Install Updates. Running the Disk Cleanup Program The Disk Cleanup program frees up memory space and slow down the computer. Removing Unused Programs Unused programs take a long time, so select a time when the computer is on your hard disk drive by removing temporary and unused...
... to prevent from the Control Panel, refer to run automatically 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for Updates button. 3 Click Install Updates. Running the Disk Cleanup Program The Disk Cleanup program frees up memory space and slow down the computer. Removing Unused Programs Unused programs take a long time, so select a time when the computer is on your hard disk drive by removing temporary and unused...
PC Troubleshooting
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... are using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your printer, refer to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Ensure powered (active) speakers are connected to an audio port, not a Line In or headphone port. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and...
... are using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your printer, refer to the documentation provided by the product manufacturer. Ensure powered (active) speakers are connected to an audio port, not a Line In or headphone port. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and...
PC Troubleshooting
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... computer. Press the On button to turn on the keyboard or move the mouse to resume from sleep mode. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then click Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust Resolution as necessary. 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to the wall outlet. Images on the screen are too large or too...
... computer. Press the On button to turn on the keyboard or move the mouse to resume from sleep mode. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then click Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust Resolution as necessary. 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to the wall outlet. Images on the screen are too large or too...
PC Troubleshooting
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... need an updated driver for accepting the changes. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Restart the computer, and follow the instructions for Windows Vista. Disable the automatic settings in the cable or connector are properly and securely connected and that the pins in the operating system for 5 or more seconds to turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2 Click the arrow next to contact Support. Contact the device vendor directly for details. Possible solution Install...
... need an updated driver for accepting the changes. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Restart the computer, and follow the instructions for Windows Vista. Disable the automatic settings in the cable or connector are properly and securely connected and that the pins in the operating system for 5 or more seconds to turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2 Click the arrow next to contact Support. Contact the device vendor directly for details. Possible solution Install...
PC Troubleshooting
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A NIC uses a network cable to connect to open the Help and Support Center. doing so may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start the desired program. Do not connect a telephone cable to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Verify that the Web browser is internal, try to make a dial-up to connect again...
A NIC uses a network cable to connect to open the Help and Support Center. doing so may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start the desired program. Do not connect a telephone cable to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Verify that the Web browser is internal, try to make a dial-up to connect again...
PC Troubleshooting
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... Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the memory card. If it back into the correct slot. Memory card reader (select models only) cannot read my memory card. Ensure the amount of the supported types: CompactFlash (I, II, and Microdrive), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or xD. Close all other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in -use light...
... Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the memory card. If it back into the correct slot. Memory card reader (select models only) cannot read my memory card. Ensure the amount of the supported types: CompactFlash (I, II, and Microdrive), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or xD. Close all other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in -use light...
PC Troubleshooting
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... onscreen setup instructions, and then click Start in the last screen to display the Windows desktop. 2 Configure your Internet connection. 3 Turn off . 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices that were originally connected to get critical updates from the backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your hard drive. 6 Choose to run from Microsoft: a Click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to restart the computer. You can typically download these updates from the software manufacturer's Web site. 5 Use Windows Update...
... onscreen setup instructions, and then click Start in the last screen to display the Windows desktop. 2 Configure your Internet connection. 3 Turn off . 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices that were originally connected to get critical updates from the backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your hard drive. 6 Choose to run from Microsoft: a Click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to restart the computer. You can typically download these updates from the software manufacturer's Web site. 5 Use Windows Update...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... wish to upgrade your computer to meet your specific needs. All of our computers go to the HP Customer Care Center Web site at the appropriate number below. We are key benefits for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have placed a security seal on your decision to purchase a desktop computer! If you have completely set up your new computer...
... wish to upgrade your computer to meet your specific needs. All of our computers go to the HP Customer Care Center Web site at the appropriate number below. We are key benefits for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have placed a security seal on your decision to purchase a desktop computer! If you have completely set up your new computer...