Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... replacing an optical drive, memory card reader, diskette drive, or the hard disk drive. 1 Press and hold down the square button (1) near the top front of the chassis. 2 Slide the panel back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), and then lift it into the network interface card (NIC) (labeled as an Ethernet connector). 2 Reconnect the modem/telephone cable, and all other tab (3), toward the outside edge of the inside the chassis. 2 Remove...
... replacing an optical drive, memory card reader, diskette drive, or the hard disk drive. 1 Press and hold down the square button (1) near the top front of the chassis. 2 Slide the panel back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), and then lift it into the network interface card (NIC) (labeled as an Ethernet connector). 2 Reconnect the modem/telephone cable, and all other tab (3), toward the outside edge of the inside the chassis. 2 Remove...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... can replace or upgrade. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Failure to work with the operating system. See the user documentation that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Select models have the correct software and drivers for the optical drive to do so will result in data loss. The hard disk drive is compatible with the Microsoft® Windows...
... can replace or upgrade. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Failure to work with the operating system. See the user documentation that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Select models have the correct software and drivers for the optical drive to do so will result in data loss. The hard disk drive is compatible with the Microsoft® Windows...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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Cable Select Jumper 4 Install four guide screws on the sides of the new drive (two on each side). For a second hard disk drive, skip this step and go to step 5. 5 Slide the drive part way into the drive bay, making sure to align the guide screws with a new drive, remove the four guide screws (two on each side) from the old drive. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 See "Removing a Drive" on the new optical drive or new Parallel ATA hard disk drive is...
Cable Select Jumper 4 Install four guide screws on the sides of the new drive (two on each side). For a second hard disk drive, skip this step and go to step 5. 5 Slide the drive part way into the drive bay, making sure to align the guide screws with a new drive, remove the four guide screws (two on each side) from the old drive. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 See "Removing a Drive" on the new optical drive or new Parallel ATA hard disk drive is...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on the motherboard. WARNING: Using the wrong type of DDR memory module depends on page 1. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 Connect to PC motherboard WARNING: For a second Parallel ATA drive, make sure to connect the data cable end labeled Master (A) to the primary hard disk drive, and the connector labeled Slave (B) to second hard drive (select models only) C - Connect to the secondary hard disk drive. The exact number of sockets and type of memory...
... access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on the motherboard. WARNING: Using the wrong type of DDR memory module depends on page 1. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 Connect to PC motherboard WARNING: For a second Parallel ATA drive, make sure to connect the data cable end labeled Master (A) to the primary hard disk drive, and the connector labeled Slave (B) to second hard drive (select models only) C - Connect to the secondary hard disk drive. The exact number of sockets and type of memory...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... PC with memory of the same type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that the latches on the memory socket (B). Your PC contains several add-in the same memory slot from the memory socket. WARNING: Do not overload the system by model. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC...
... PC with memory of the same type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that the latches on the memory socket (B). Your PC contains several add-in the same memory slot from the memory socket. WARNING: Do not overload the system by model. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... that contained your new card. 2 On the back of the add-in card with a new add-in card slot. Installing an Add-In Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then remove the bracket cover. 6 If you are not replacing the old add-in card with the slot on the motherboard. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions, and recheck all...
... that contained your new card. 2 On the back of the add-in card with a new add-in card slot. Installing an Add-In Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then remove the bracket cover. 6 If you are not replacing the old add-in card with the slot on the motherboard. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions, and recheck all...
PC Basics Guide
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... Internet. • A diskette (floppy disk). • A CD or DVD disc. Using Virus Protection Programs HP provides a virus-scanning software program to download them . • Make sure you to help protect your PC purchase. Click Scan for updates after your PC (select models only). A PC virus can destroy information on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Windows Update. You can purchase a subscription service for Available Updates...
... Internet. • A diskette (floppy disk). • A CD or DVD disc. Using Virus Protection Programs HP provides a virus-scanning software program to download them . • Make sure you to help protect your PC purchase. Click Scan for updates after your PC (select models only). A PC virus can destroy information on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Windows Update. You can purchase a subscription service for Available Updates...
PC Basics Guide
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... into the drive until it requires. Using a Printer Refer to install the specific printer driver that came with the round metal disk facing down and the arrow on select model PCs. Introducing the PC 19 Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external storage device to suit your PC does not already have a diskette drive, you have a printer connected to your printer to the user manual that...
... into the drive until it requires. Using a Printer Refer to install the specific printer driver that came with the round metal disk facing down and the arrow on select model PCs. Introducing the PC 19 Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external storage device to suit your PC does not already have a diskette drive, you have a printer connected to your printer to the user manual that...
PC Basics Guide
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... included with specific software, refer to open the built-in the printed manuals and onscreen Help. Using the Desktop The desktop is controlled by country/region. Introducing the Software 21 You can switch between programs, and the notification area that perform specific functions, such as a word processing program. Introducing the Software The operation of your PC is the work area that appears on the display monitor. When...
... included with specific software, refer to open the built-in the printed manuals and onscreen Help. Using the Desktop The desktop is controlled by country/region. Introducing the Software 21 You can switch between programs, and the notification area that perform specific functions, such as a word processing program. Introducing the Software The operation of your PC is the work area that appears on the display monitor. When...
PC Basics Guide
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...-up modem, a LAN (local area network), cable modem, DSL (digital subscriber line) or ADSL (asymmetric digital subscriber line). (DSL, ADSL, and cable ISPs are businesses that communicate with an Ethernet connector. A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port) B Ethernet indicator lights Setting Up the Ethernet Connection The Ethernet connection (may be called a network interface adapter, a Network Interface Card, or a NIC ) provides a high-speed, or broadband, connection to users of the Internet. Your connection to the Internet, it is...
...-up modem, a LAN (local area network), cable modem, DSL (digital subscriber line) or ADSL (asymmetric digital subscriber line). (DSL, ADSL, and cable ISPs are businesses that communicate with an Ethernet connector. A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port) B Ethernet indicator lights Setting Up the Ethernet Connection The Ethernet connection (may be called a network interface adapter, a Network Interface Card, or a NIC ) provides a high-speed, or broadband, connection to users of the Internet. Your connection to the Internet, it is...
PC Basics Guide
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...defined, 33 I indicators, keyboard, 11 Internet about , 4 standby mode, automatic, 5 standby mode, manual, 4 turning off PC operating system, 21 Outlook Express, 35 receiving e-mail, 36 P panning, scrolling mouse, 8 PC chassis components, 1 hibernation mode, automatic, 5 improving performance, 37 settings, 23 sleep mode. See turning off , 4 performance improving PC, 37 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using , 6 wireless, 7 multi-channel speakers, 14 Mute button, 12 N Net. See Internet, about network interface about, 32 O Off button. floppy disk.
...defined, 33 I indicators, keyboard, 11 Internet about , 4 standby mode, automatic, 5 standby mode, manual, 4 turning off PC operating system, 21 Outlook Express, 35 receiving e-mail, 36 P panning, scrolling mouse, 8 PC chassis components, 1 hibernation mode, automatic, 5 improving performance, 37 settings, 23 sleep mode. See turning off , 4 performance improving PC, 37 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using , 6 wireless, 7 multi-channel speakers, 14 Mute button, 12 N Net. See Internet, about network interface about, 32 O Off button. floppy disk.
Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario PC
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... your system recovery discs with your selection by following the onscreen instructions. 6 (Select models only) Follow the Easy Internet Sign-up or Internet Services wizard to set up or Internet Services can be manually started by double-clicking the Easy Setup icon on the desktop. 4 Getting Started Guide This will allow easy access to all PC user manuals and warranty information in one -time language setup on the PC.) 5 Set up an Internet connection at...
... your system recovery discs with your selection by following the onscreen instructions. 6 (Select models only) Follow the Easy Internet Sign-up or Internet Services wizard to set up or Internet Services can be manually started by double-clicking the Easy Setup icon on the desktop. 4 Getting Started Guide This will allow easy access to all PC user manuals and warranty information in one -time language setup on the PC.) 5 Set up an Internet connection at...
Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario PC
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... instructions to obtain protection updates automatically whenever you selected. For information about using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 6 Getting Started Guide Just click on your PC and includes a complimentary 60-day subscription to configure and register your copy of local hard drives. 3 On the Summary page, click Finish. You can enable...
... instructions to obtain protection updates automatically whenever you selected. For information about using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 6 Getting Started Guide Just click on your PC and includes a complimentary 60-day subscription to configure and register your copy of local hard drives. 3 On the Summary page, click Finish. You can enable...
Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario PC
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... available. If you to specify a day and time to automatically download and install recommended updates. • Download updates for PC users. To configure Automatic Updates: Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options, and then Automatic Updates. This is minimal. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work area to date. Or • Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your comfort and productivity. When you through...
... available. If you to specify a day and time to automatically download and install recommended updates. • Download updates for PC users. To configure Automatic Updates: Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options, and then Automatic Updates. This is minimal. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work area to date. Or • Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your comfort and productivity. When you through...
Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario PC
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... Connector Switch indicates the speaker configuration. • Speaker Test - View driver and audio information. 4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near the top of the window to open the control screens. (Your speakers may need to be plugged in to 5.1 speaker mode. 6 Enable digital audio if you have installed and connected your PC model has type 3 connectors, follow these steps after you want digital audio output. Select the environment settings. • Equalizer - Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 31 See "Enabling digital audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager (optional...
... Connector Switch indicates the speaker configuration. • Speaker Test - View driver and audio information. 4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near the top of the window to open the control screens. (Your speakers may need to be plugged in to 5.1 speaker mode. 6 Enable digital audio if you have installed and connected your PC model has type 3 connectors, follow these steps after you want digital audio output. Select the environment settings. • Equalizer - Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 31 See "Enabling digital audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager (optional...
Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario PC
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... file formats, video 76 files adding to partially recorded discs 63 image 66 supported video formats 76 verifying copied data 63 verifying integrity of backups 63 FireWire 86, 87 Fit to music 90 G getting video from Camera 86 H Help and Support 96 home stereo system connecting to the PC 25 home videos 25 HP Personal Media Drive 45 activity and power lights 47 automatic on...
... file formats, video 76 files adding to partially recorded discs 63 image 66 supported video formats 76 verifying copied data 63 verifying integrity of backups 63 FireWire 86, 87 Fit to music 90 G getting video from Camera 86 H Help and Support 96 home stereo system connecting to the PC 25 home videos 25 HP Personal Media Drive 45 activity and power lights 47 automatic on...
Warranty & Support Guide - 1 Year Parts & Labor
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... try to open the enclosure of controls, adjustments, or performance procedures other electric light or power circuits, or where it is located on a laser device installed in hazardous radiation exposure. WARNING: When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other than those specified in the Upgrading and Servicing Guide may result...
... try to open the enclosure of controls, adjustments, or performance procedures other electric light or power circuits, or where it is located on a laser device installed in hazardous radiation exposure. WARNING: When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other than those specified in the Upgrading and Servicing Guide may result...
Media Center Software Guide
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... the mouse or by pressing a button on the remote control. ■ Communicate with your DVDs where you can run Media Center side-by touching a keyboard key or a remote control button. 2 Media Center Software Guide n If your PC came with music. You can control the Media Center functions and navigate Media Center windows by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. Using Media Center Features You can easily switch back and forth between them as a slideshow with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is...
... the mouse or by pressing a button on the remote control. ■ Communicate with your DVDs where you can run Media Center side-by touching a keyboard key or a remote control button. 2 Media Center Software Guide n If your PC came with music. You can control the Media Center functions and navigate Media Center windows by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. Using Media Center Features You can easily switch back and forth between them as a slideshow with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is...
Media Center Software Guide
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... PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set slideshow settings. ■ Music to select visualizations or song information to display when playing a song. ■ DVD to select a language for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about using Media Center...
... PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set slideshow settings. ■ Music to select visualizations or song information to display when playing a song. ■ DVD to select a language for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about using Media Center...
Media Center Software Guide
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... the beginning of a music 10 track or a DVD chapter. 25 manually place the PC in Media Center or opens the 2 3 main menu of a power-reduced standby state. Opens the Television Program Guide. 15 PRINT 30 31 15 Clear - It is open. three speeds. Remote Control Buttons Overview n Make sure you turn down or mute 1 Standby - It does not 1 turn the PC off the monitor and turn off . 2 DVD Menu - Increases (+) and decreases 14 (-) volume.
... the beginning of a music 10 track or a DVD chapter. 25 manually place the PC in Media Center or opens the 2 3 main menu of a power-reduced standby state. Opens the Television Program Guide. 15 PRINT 30 31 15 Clear - It is open. three speeds. Remote Control Buttons Overview n Make sure you turn down or mute 1 Standby - It does not 1 turn the PC off the monitor and turn off . 2 DVD Menu - Increases (+) and decreases 14 (-) volume.
