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... adding a new optical drive, make sure you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. CAUTION: Back up your PC for details about the recovery procedure. See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the Computer" on page 7 for the optical drive to remove the front panel. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. You can replace or upgrade. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the hard disk drive to...
... adding a new optical drive, make sure you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. CAUTION: Back up your PC for details about the recovery procedure. See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the Computer" on page 7 for the optical drive to remove the front panel. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. You can replace or upgrade. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the hard disk drive to...
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4 Connect the power and data cables to a secondary hard disk drive (select models only). Connect to the back of the HP Pocket Media, diskette (floppy), or hard disk drive. Connect to the PC motherboard. 5 Complete the procedures to a primary hard disk drive. B - See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide C - Connect to replace the front panel, replace the side panel, and close the PC. A B MASTER C SLAVE To CPU A -
4 Connect the power and data cables to a secondary hard disk drive (select models only). Connect to the back of the HP Pocket Media, diskette (floppy), or hard disk drive. Connect to the PC motherboard. 5 Complete the procedures to a primary hard disk drive. B - See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide C - Connect to replace the front panel, replace the side panel, and close the PC. A B MASTER C SLAVE To CPU A -
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... Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: A power supply upgrade may be used to add components to provide two amps (average) of memory. A flat-head and a Phillips screwdriver are needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is a circuit board, such as a PCI or an AGP card, that fits into a PC add-in card slot. The PC component configurations vary...
... Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: A power supply upgrade may be used to add components to provide two amps (average) of memory. A flat-head and a Phillips screwdriver are needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is a circuit board, such as a PCI or an AGP card, that fits into a PC add-in card slot. The PC component configurations vary...
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NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections, including those to replace the side panel, and close the PC. Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. 26 Upgrading and Servicing Guide The whole connector should be...
NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections, including those to replace the side panel, and close the PC. Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. 26 Upgrading and Servicing Guide The whole connector should be...
Getting Started Guide
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... the keyboard buttons 59 Keyboard Shortcuts 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons 61 Scrolling ...62 Autoscrolling 62 Panning...62 Switching Mouse Button Functions 63 Changing Mouse Pointer Speed 63 Introducing Your Computer Software 65 Learning More About Software 65 Using the Desktop 65 Removing desktop icons 66 Retrieving desktop icons 66 Using the Windows Start Button Menu 66 Using the All Programs menu 66 Organizing your All Programs list 67 Using the Control Panel 67 Resizing Windows 68 Working with Digital Images...
... the keyboard buttons 59 Keyboard Shortcuts 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons 61 Scrolling ...62 Autoscrolling 62 Panning...62 Switching Mouse Button Functions 63 Changing Mouse Pointer Speed 63 Introducing Your Computer Software 65 Learning More About Software 65 Using the Desktop 65 Removing desktop icons 66 Retrieving desktop icons 66 Using the Windows Start Button Menu 66 Using the All Programs menu 66 Organizing your All Programs list 67 Using the Control Panel 67 Resizing Windows 68 Working with Digital Images...
Getting Started Guide
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... Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). When setting up a network, you set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Add a device to the network and follow any onscreen instructions. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up...
... Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). When setting up a network, you set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Add a device to the network and follow any onscreen instructions. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up...
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... "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 16 Getting Started For computers with the multichannel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of the computer. Speaker Configurations You may have different components. HP computers support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with one microphone connector works at a time, and the back connector is ready to use unless you have the multichannel audio speakers option...
... "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 16 Getting Started For computers with the multichannel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of the computer. Speaker Configurations You may have different components. HP computers support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with one microphone connector works at a time, and the back connector is ready to use unless you have the multichannel audio speakers option...
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.... 7 Enter a display label and the address information. 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 for each button you can customize some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models only) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the Buttons tab...
.... 7 Enter a display label and the address information. 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 for each button you can customize some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models only) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the Buttons tab...
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... B Bluetooth devices 8 burning audio and data disc 108-113 CDs, DVDs 107-111 buttons media control or playback 58 Off, See turning off PC 44 buttons, keyboard customizing 59 C card reader, memory 89 carpal tunnel syndrome 39 CDs erasing rewritable 108 change the speed of the cursor 63 computer transferring files 51 Computer Playback 124 connecting devices 5 digital camera 4 digital video camera 4 headphones 31 peripherals 2 Index connection modem 11 wired network 8 connector computer...
... B Bluetooth devices 8 burning audio and data disc 108-113 CDs, DVDs 107-111 buttons media control or playback 58 Off, See turning off PC 44 buttons, keyboard customizing 59 C card reader, memory 89 carpal tunnel syndrome 39 CDs erasing rewritable 108 change the speed of the cursor 63 computer transferring files 51 Computer Playback 124 connecting devices 5 digital camera 4 digital video camera 4 headphones 31 peripherals 2 Index connection modem 11 wired network 8 connector computer...
PC Troubleshooting
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...Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 Audio ...5 CD and DVD Drives 7 Video...9 Display (Monitor)...9 Hard Disk Drive...10 Hardware Installation 11 Internet Access ...13 Keyboard and Mouse 15 Power ...17 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)...9 Hard Disk Drive...10 Hardware Installation 11 Internet Access ...13 Keyboard and Mouse 15 Power ...17 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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... the Windows Start Button, and then Control Panel. 2 Click Uninstall a program. Removing Unused Programs Unused programs take up , and then click Add. If there are marked clearly as backup data. If you cannot uninstall a program from a directory window to the Roxio project window. 4 Click Continue in the future. Maintenance 1 A dialog opens, prompting you to place a disc into the disc drive, and providing a list of acceptable disc types. 5 Click Options...
... the Windows Start Button, and then Control Panel. 2 Click Uninstall a program. Removing Unused Programs Unused programs take up , and then click Add. If there are marked clearly as backup data. If you cannot uninstall a program from a directory window to the Roxio project window. 4 Click Continue in the future. Maintenance 1 A dialog opens, prompting you to place a disc into the disc drive, and providing a list of acceptable disc types. 5 Click Options...
PC Troubleshooting
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... run at startup Set the Windows Start Menu to open a fragmented file, the process takes more than one place. Using Windows Update Check for updates or schedule a monthly automatic update. (See the Getting Started guide for details.) 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for Updates button. 3 Download and install updates by removing temporary and unused files (including temporary Internet files and files in the Recycle Bin). Running Disk Cleanup manually 1 Click the Windows Start Button...
... run at startup Set the Windows Start Menu to open a fragmented file, the process takes more than one place. Using Windows Update Check for updates or schedule a monthly automatic update. (See the Getting Started guide for details.) 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for Updates button. 3 Download and install updates by removing temporary and unused files (including temporary Internet files and files in the Recycle Bin). Running Disk Cleanup manually 1 Click the Windows Start Button...
PC Troubleshooting
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... Press the Mute button on . Audio Symptom No sound is enabled. Unplug headphones if they are turned on the keyboard to your computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems The troubleshooting tables appear 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 computer, and reconnect the speakers. Ensure powered (active) speakers are connected to see...
... Press the Mute button on . Audio Symptom No sound is enabled. Unplug headphones if they are turned on the keyboard to your computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems The troubleshooting tables appear 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 computer, and reconnect the speakers. Ensure powered (active) speakers are connected to see...
PC Troubleshooting
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... the pins in the operating system for the card, and choose a basic configuration that all cables are not bent. A new device does not work. Ensure that does not cause a resource conflict. A Hardware Installation Symptom A new device is not recognized as part of the system. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for Windows Vista. To install or uninstall a device driver, you need an updated driver for details. Troubleshooting Computer Problems...
... the pins in the operating system for the card, and choose a basic configuration that all cables are not bent. A new device does not work. Ensure that does not cause a resource conflict. A Hardware Installation Symptom A new device is not recognized as part of the system. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for Windows Vista. To install or uninstall a device driver, you need an updated driver for details. Troubleshooting Computer Problems...
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... the Device status area, verify the modem is a high demand for your computer. An NIC uses a network cable to connect to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Web pages may also load slowly if there is working properly. button on your Internet connection type. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up connection. Internet Access...
... the Device status area, verify the modem is a high demand for your computer. An NIC uses a network cable to connect to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Web pages may also load slowly if there is working properly. button on your Internet connection type. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, and select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up connection. Internet Access...
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... start. See "Display (Monitor)" on page 9. Reseat the hard disk drive data and power cables. Cursor moves only vertically Remove the rollerball cover from bottom of the mouse with a damp, lint-free cloth (not paper). Set the line voltage selection switch to the correct setting for your computer to contact Support. Incompatible memory (RAM) may not be on; Troubleshooting Computer Problems 17 Connect the monitor to use the arrow keys on the number the arrow keys...
... start. See "Display (Monitor)" on page 9. Reseat the hard disk drive data and power cables. Cursor moves only vertically Remove the rollerball cover from bottom of the mouse with a damp, lint-free cloth (not paper). Set the line voltage selection switch to the correct setting for your computer to contact Support. Incompatible memory (RAM) may not be on; Troubleshooting Computer Problems 17 Connect the monitor to use the arrow keys on the number the arrow keys...
Start Here Guide
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... support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. Your system may set up your computer (select models only), select the working microphone. This chapter describes the most typical options. Some models have the multichannel audio speakers option. "Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Left speaker, right speaker, "Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and and a subwoofer. Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with the monitor (select models only) or are included with one microphone connector works...
... support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. Your system may set up your computer (select models only), select the working microphone. This chapter describes the most typical options. Some models have the multichannel audio speakers option. "Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Left speaker, right speaker, "Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and and a subwoofer. Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with the monitor (select models only) or are included with one microphone connector works...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... in Wire Power Lines An outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is located on a laser device installed in hazardous radiation exposure. TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna system should be taken to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of the CD or DVD drives...
... in Wire Power Lines An outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is located on a laser device installed in hazardous radiation exposure. TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna system should be taken to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of the CD or DVD drives...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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...upgrading are confirming that the computer was working correctly before attempting to upgrade your system. By breaking the security seal on the Web at the appropriate number below. All of the computer, you are key benefits for all customers. We are subject to change without notice. Any hardware upgrades...the Customer Care Center Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have placed a security seal on your specific needs. Hours are proud to purchase a desktop computer! If you have any problems setting up . Hong...
...upgrading are confirming that the computer was working correctly before attempting to upgrade your system. By breaking the security seal on the Web at the appropriate number below. All of the computer, you are key benefits for all customers. We are subject to change without notice. Any hardware upgrades...the Customer Care Center Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you have placed a security seal on your specific needs. Hours are proud to purchase a desktop computer! If you have any problems setting up . Hong...
Getting Started
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... scanner, connecting 5 setting up PC 1 shortcuts keyboard 35 shutting down PC 22 sleep mode button 32 Support messages 14 surge protector 2 switching mouse button functions 39 T transferring information to your new computer 28 turning off PC 22 U update, Windows Vista 26 updates from Compaq Connections, using 14 updates from HP Connections, using 14 updating, system 26 user accounts creating 27 V videos working with home videos 4 volume controls 34 W WEP 10 Windows Vista update 26 wired network connection 8 wireless devices 8 wireless LAN 9 wireless LAN connection connection 9 wireless local...
... scanner, connecting 5 setting up PC 1 shortcuts keyboard 35 shutting down PC 22 sleep mode button 32 Support messages 14 surge protector 2 switching mouse button functions 39 T transferring information to your new computer 28 turning off PC 22 U update, Windows Vista 26 updates from Compaq Connections, using 14 updates from HP Connections, using 14 updating, system 26 user accounts creating 27 V videos working with home videos 4 volume controls 34 W WEP 10 Windows Vista update 26 wired network connection 8 wireless devices 8 wireless LAN 9 wireless LAN connection connection 9 wireless local...