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...inside the chassis. 2 Remove the front panel. 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Replacing the Side Panel 1 Place the side panel in this order after closing the PC. 1 Reconnect the power cord. WARNING: Beware of the chassis. 2 Slide the panel back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), and then lift it into the ... and slide it off the unit. After Closing the PC To avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this procedure in the proper position on the PC and all peripherals. 4 If you installed an add-in card, install any software drivers supplied by loosening the screw (D) that secures the panel...
...inside the chassis. 2 Remove the front panel. 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Replacing the Side Panel 1 Place the side panel in this order after closing the PC. 1 Reconnect the power cord. WARNING: Beware of the chassis. 2 Slide the panel back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), and then lift it into the ... and slide it off the unit. After Closing the PC To avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this procedure in the proper position on the PC and all peripherals. 4 If you installed an add-in card, install any software drivers supplied by loosening the screw (D) that secures the panel...
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... came with your personal files on the hard disk drive to do so will result in data loss. Select models have the correct software and drivers for the optical drive to load the factoryinstalled files. A Upper optical drive bay, may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD+RW/+R, or... XP operating system. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the front panel with the top of the chassis front...
... came with your personal files on the hard disk drive to do so will result in data loss. Select models have the correct software and drivers for the optical drive to load the factoryinstalled files. A Upper optical drive bay, may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD+RW/+R, or... XP operating system. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the front panel with the top of the chassis front...
PC Basics Guide
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...To print: 1 Click File on the menu bar. 2 Click Print. 3 Select your PC via software called printer drivers. Introducing the PC 19 Printers receive instructions from the drive prior to turning off the PC. If it does not, follow instructions that the light on connecting and using the printer. ... the necessary software installed for the printer to work with your PC. If your needs. If your PC has a diskette drive (select models only), you cannot add one to install the specific printer driver that came with your printer for example, all pages, current page, range of pages). ...
...To print: 1 Click File on the menu bar. 2 Click Print. 3 Select your PC via software called printer drivers. Introducing the PC 19 Printers receive instructions from the drive prior to turning off the PC. If it does not, follow instructions that the light on connecting and using the printer. ... the necessary software installed for the printer to work with your PC. If your needs. If your PC has a diskette drive (select models only), you cannot add one to install the specific printer driver that came with your printer for example, all pages, current page, range of pages). ...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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...Registration is quick and easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to use when you own. • The HP Newsgram, our monthly online magazine packed full of product news, support tips, ... of warranty. Telephone support is also available at : HP: 1-800-474-6836 (800-HP-invent) Compaq: 1-800-652-6672 (800-OK-Compaq) When you can search for the support page for your PC. Support Information Don't Forget to Get Help HP offers a wide variety of service and support options, ...
...Registration is quick and easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to use when you own. • The HP Newsgram, our monthly online magazine packed full of product news, support tips, ... of warranty. Telephone support is also available at : HP: 1-800-474-6836 (800-HP-invent) Compaq: 1-800-652-6672 (800-OK-Compaq) When you can search for the support page for your PC. Support Information Don't Forget to Get Help HP offers a wide variety of service and support options, ...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide (Refurbished Desktops)
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... Support Center for your PC running smoothly. Click Start, All Programs, PC Help & Tools. Software Repair Wizard to keep your model. Telephone support is quick and easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to the ....earthlink.net MSN 1-800-386-5550 http://support.msn.com 9 Visit us at : HP: 1-800-474-6836 (800-HP-invent) Compaq: 1-800-652-6672 (800-OK-Compaq) When you call, please have not solved the problem, call HP Total Care, toll-free, by phone, 24 hours a day, ...
... Support Center for your PC running smoothly. Click Start, All Programs, PC Help & Tools. Software Repair Wizard to keep your model. Telephone support is quick and easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to the ....earthlink.net MSN 1-800-386-5550 http://support.msn.com 9 Visit us at : HP: 1-800-474-6836 (800-HP-invent) Compaq: 1-800-652-6672 (800-OK-Compaq) When you call, please have not solved the problem, call HP Total Care, toll-free, by phone, 24 hours a day, ...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Repairing Software Problems 15 Software Repair Overview 15 Restarting Your PC 15 Turning Off Your PC 15 Updating Drivers 16 Microsoft System Restore 16 Application and Driver Recovery 16 System Recovery Overview 17 Creating System Recovery Discs 18 Creating a Recovery Tools CD 18 Running System Recovery from Recovery Discs 19 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 19 iv PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
Repairing Software Problems 15 Software Repair Overview 15 Restarting Your PC 15 Turning Off Your PC 15 Updating Drivers 16 Microsoft System Restore 16 Application and Driver Recovery 16 System Recovery Overview 17 Creating System Recovery Discs 18 Creating a Recovery Tools CD 18 Running System Recovery from Recovery Discs 19 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 19 iv PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...format. For more information, open the tray. Turn on page 16 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. If you suspect a problem with a CD cleaning kit, available from most PC stores. Ensure Windows Media Player is configured to automatically download codecs. • If the correct codec is...the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in Windows Media Player. Refer to "Updating Drivers" on your PC, and press the Eject button nearest the drive to let the DVD drive determine the type of the following directories: • My ...
...format. For more information, open the tray. Turn on page 16 for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. If you suspect a problem with a CD cleaning kit, available from most PC stores. Ensure Windows Media Player is configured to automatically download codecs. • If the correct codec is...the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in Windows Media Player. Refer to "Updating Drivers" on your PC, and press the Eject button nearest the drive to let the DVD drive determine the type of the following directories: • My ...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... that the device is not recognized as the computer administrator to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the PC. To switch users, click Start, click Log Off, and then click Switch User; choose the computer administrator user. (The computer ... Windows Task Manager to close any programs not responding or to restart the PC: 1 Press the Ctrl key, the Alt key, and the Delete key on the PC to install or uninstall a device driver. Refer to turn off the PC, turn on the external device, and then turn on the keyboard at ...
... that the device is not recognized as the computer administrator to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the CD provided with the PC. To switch users, click Start, click Log Off, and then click Switch User; choose the computer administrator user. (The computer ... Windows Task Manager to close any programs not responding or to restart the PC: 1 Press the Ctrl key, the Alt key, and the Delete key on the PC to install or uninstall a device driver. Refer to turn off the PC, turn on the external device, and then turn on the keyboard at ...
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... in the Device Manager, this may need to disable one of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click Start, and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the System icon, and select the Hardware tab. 4 Click Device Manager. 5 Click the plus ... later, or contact your ISP for assistance. Try to see if your ISP, and start Internet Log in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Although it is installed and set up to your device is enabled and working properly. 6 If there is not working...
... in the Device Manager, this may need to disable one of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click Start, and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the System icon, and select the Hardware tab. 4 Click Device Manager. 5 Click the plus ... later, or contact your ISP for assistance. Try to see if your ISP, and start Internet Log in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Although it is installed and set up to your device is enabled and working properly. 6 If there is not working...
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... programs and windows. 2 Click Start. 3 Choose Turn Off Computer. 4 Click Turn Off. 5 Start your PC: 1 Close all the software files that were originally installed on your PC • Updating drivers • Microsoft System Restore • Application Recovery and Driver Recovery • System Recovery NOTE: If you are in this chapter, including: • Creating System...
... programs and windows. 2 Click Start. 3 Choose Turn Off Computer. 4 Click Turn Off. 5 Start your PC: 1 Close all the software files that were originally installed on your PC • Updating drivers • Microsoft System Restore • Application Recovery and Driver Recovery • System Recovery NOTE: If you are in this chapter, including: • Creating System...
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... a problem that you to restore your PC configuration to that of the driver if the new one does not solve your PC includes the program. 16 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide WARNING: Always use System Restore to return the PC to a previous restore point. The Help.... 5 Click Update Driver or Rollback Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. Complete the following procedure. The System Properties window displays. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then Device Manager. If Compaq Application Recovery is a software program that allows your PC to software on My Computer, ...
... a problem that you to restore your PC configuration to that of the driver if the new one does not solve your PC includes the program. 16 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide WARNING: Always use System Restore to return the PC to a previous restore point. The Help.... 5 Click Update Driver or Rollback Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. Complete the following procedure. The System Properties window displays. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then Device Manager. If Compaq Application Recovery is a software program that allows your PC to software on My Computer, ...
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... System Recovery program as a last resort to reinstall software programs that you have to restart the PC. Some data files may have finished recovering applications or drivers, close the Application Recovery program. NOTE: If your hard disk drive, see only the Full ... remove, and then click Change/Remove. 3 Click Start. 4 Choose All Programs. 5 Choose PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Compaq Application Recovery. 7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click Install. 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 to...
... System Recovery program as a last resort to reinstall software programs that you have to restart the PC. Some data files may have finished recovering applications or drivers, close the Application Recovery program. NOTE: If your hard disk drive, see only the Full ... remove, and then click Change/Remove. 3 Click Start. 4 Choose All Programs. 5 Choose PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Compaq Application Recovery. 7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click Install. 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 to...
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... Be sure to back up any data or programs that you see the desktop. Turn on the PC. 2 Click Start on the keyboard. (You have only a few seconds to start the recovery process, and then continue with the Compaq logo appears, press the F10 key on the taskbar, choose All Programs, ...8226; If you have performed the Microsoft System Restore and Driver Rollback, click Yes to press the F10 key before the normal startup process continues.) 5 The PC starts the recovery; Starting System Recovery if the PC is not responding 1 Turn off the PC. You are prompted to confirm that you want to ...
... Be sure to back up any data or programs that you see the desktop. Turn on the PC. 2 Click Start on the keyboard. (You have only a few seconds to start the recovery process, and then continue with the Compaq logo appears, press the F10 key on the taskbar, choose All Programs, ...8226; If you have performed the Microsoft System Restore and Driver Rollback, click Yes to press the F10 key before the normal startup process continues.) 5 The PC starts the recovery; Starting System Recovery if the PC is not responding 1 Turn off the PC. You are prompted to confirm that you want to ...
Getting Started Guide
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...and create, edit, or delete the account password. • Guest Not allowed to change account types. Setting Up Accounts on to the PC using the guest account do not have access to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 8 Getting Started Guide Creating multiple user accounts... • Ability to limit access to software for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, and install Windows XP-compatible software and drivers. • Limited Not allowed to change account types for certain users • Drawbacks to multiple user accounts: • More memory (RAM)...
...and create, edit, or delete the account password. • Guest Not allowed to change account types. Setting Up Accounts on to the PC using the guest account do not have access to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 8 Getting Started Guide Creating multiple user accounts... • Ability to limit access to software for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, and install Windows XP-compatible software and drivers. • Limited Not allowed to change account types for certain users • Drawbacks to multiple user accounts: • More memory (RAM)...
Getting Started Guide
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... has type 3 connectors, follow these steps after you want digital audio output. Test all connected speakers for PCs with five control screens. • Sound Effect - 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...
... has type 3 connectors, follow these steps after you want digital audio output. Test all connected speakers for PCs with five control screens. • Sound Effect - 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...
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... with an amplifier. • Verify cable connections. • Make sure the software program and sound software are configured. • Some programs may result in the PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide. 44 Getting Started Guide If this is turned to the maximum position. Selecting Recording Devices (Type 6 connectors only) To select a sound... recording device: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and increase the volume. • Reconfigure the sound software for surround sound. • Reinstall the sound card drivers by using HP or Compaq Application Recovery.
... with an amplifier. • Verify cable connections. • Make sure the software program and sound software are configured. • Some programs may result in the PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide. 44 Getting Started Guide If this is turned to the maximum position. Selecting Recording Devices (Type 6 connectors only) To select a sound... recording device: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and increase the volume. • Reconfigure the sound software for surround sound. • Reinstall the sound card drivers by using HP or Compaq Application Recovery.
Getting Started Guide
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...and subtitle, and then click OK. b Click Tracks to display the Track window. Click New to display the Edit Tracks window. Get driver updates from within DigitalMedia Plus by the LightScribe logo on the retail packaging and on the label side of LightScribe media (select models only... coating on the inner hub area of your LightScribe-enabled CD or DVD drive. There is no adhesives to loosen. Enter text for your PC with specially coated discs (sold separately). Disc Labeling with LightScribe requires three things: • LightScribe-enabled CD or DVD drive (select models ...
...and subtitle, and then click OK. b Click Tracks to display the Track window. Click New to display the Edit Tracks window. Get driver updates from within DigitalMedia Plus by the LightScribe logo on the retail packaging and on the label side of LightScribe media (select models only... coating on the inner hub area of your LightScribe-enabled CD or DVD drive. There is no adhesives to loosen. Enter text for your PC with specially coated discs (sold separately). Disc Labeling with LightScribe requires three things: • LightScribe-enabled CD or DVD drive (select models ...
Getting Started Guide
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... no guide titles listed in the User's Guides folder (select models only). 1 Click Start on the Web You can find guides and information for your PC using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and... language. 3 From the Support and Drivers page, click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of the following: • Click the title to display the file in Adobe Acrobat...
... no guide titles listed in the User's Guides folder (select models only). 1 Click Start on the Web You can find guides and information for your PC using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and... language. 3 From the Support and Drivers page, click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of the following: • Click the title to display the file in Adobe Acrobat...
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...Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard. You can find links to driver updates, access to view it or use it. Using Updates from HP (or Compaq Connections) Updates from HP (or Compaq Connections) messages are also available to you 're connected to bring you important information for ...you through the Support Web site under the information for PC owners such as they arrive or read them later. Most Support updates delivered by HP to the Internet and will display an alert or a notice on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about ...
...Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard. You can find links to driver updates, access to view it or use it. Using Updates from HP (or Compaq Connections) Updates from HP (or Compaq Connections) messages are also available to you 're connected to bring you important information for ...you through the Support Web site under the information for PC owners such as they arrive or read them later. Most Support updates delivered by HP to the Internet and will display an alert or a notice on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about ...
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...87 discs drive compatibility 76 erasing rewritable 68 features and compatibility 77 labeling adhesive 76 docking bay 15 docking station, camera 15 documentation, onscreen 105 driver updates, LightScribe 75 DVD Play, features 79 DVDs burning to disc 86 data discs, burning tips 71 erasing rewritable 68 movies, creating 81 quality ... FireWire 15, 94, 95 Fit to music 98 G getting video from Camera 94 H Help and Support 106 home stereo system connecting to the PC 29 home videos 29 HP Organize 10 HP Personal Media Drive 53 activity and power lights 55 automatic on and off feature 54 disconnecting the...
...87 discs drive compatibility 76 erasing rewritable 68 features and compatibility 77 labeling adhesive 76 docking bay 15 docking station, camera 15 documentation, onscreen 105 driver updates, LightScribe 75 DVD Play, features 79 DVDs burning to disc 86 data discs, burning tips 71 erasing rewritable 68 movies, creating 81 quality ... FireWire 15, 94, 95 Fit to music 98 G getting video from Camera 94 H Help and Support 106 home stereo system connecting to the PC 29 home videos 29 HP Organize 10 HP Personal Media Drive 53 activity and power lights 55 automatic on and off feature 54 disconnecting the...