Limited Warranty and Support Guide - Refurbished
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... involve performing routine diagnostic procedures, installing software updates or patches, removing third party options and/or substituting options. Advanced Unit Replacement Warranty Service (Displays ONLY) Your HP Limited Warranty may vary with the replacement unit, within a defined period of additional support and service coverage for warranty repair. In order to receive onsite support, you and incur all repair, logistics and insurance costs in many cases, the defect...
... involve performing routine diagnostic procedures, installing software updates or patches, removing third party options and/or substituting options. Advanced Unit Replacement Warranty Service (Displays ONLY) Your HP Limited Warranty may vary with the replacement unit, within a defined period of additional support and service coverage for warranty repair. In order to receive onsite support, you and incur all repair, logistics and insurance costs in many cases, the defect...
Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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.... Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper electrical grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire ENWW TV Antenna Connectors Protection 11 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure...
.... Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper electrical grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire ENWW TV Antenna Connectors Protection 11 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... the operating system. You can replace or upgrade. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the hard disk drive to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Failure to remove the front panel. CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. After replacing the hard disk drive, you can add an optical drive into an empty lower optical drive bay. See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the...
... the operating system. You can replace or upgrade. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the hard disk drive to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Failure to remove the front panel. CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. After replacing the hard disk drive, you can add an optical drive into an empty lower optical drive bay. See the preceding topic, "Locating Components Inside the...
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Connect to replace the front panel, replace the side panel, and close the PC. Connect to the PC motherboard. 5 Complete the procedures to a primary hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide A B MASTER C SLAVE To CPU A - C - B - Connect to the back of the HP Pocket Media, diskette (floppy), or hard disk drive. 4 Connect the power and data cables to a secondary hard disk drive (select models only).
Connect to replace the front panel, replace the side panel, and close the PC. Connect to the PC motherboard. 5 Complete the procedures to a primary hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide A B MASTER C SLAVE To CPU A - C - B - Connect to the back of the HP Pocket Media, diskette (floppy), or hard disk drive. 4 Connect the power and data cables to a secondary hard disk drive (select models only).
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... power supply requirements. 24 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Your PC contains several add-in card slots that fits into a PC add-in a fully loaded system (one with the graphics card supplier for certain graphics card upgrades. Removing or Installing an Add-in Card An add-in cards that draw excessive current. The PC component configurations vary by installing add-in card is the wrong type of memory. A flat-head and a Phillips screwdriver are needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC...
... power supply requirements. 24 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Your PC contains several add-in card slots that fits into a PC add-in a fully loaded system (one with the graphics card supplier for certain graphics card upgrades. Removing or Installing an Add-in Card An add-in cards that draw excessive current. The PC component configurations vary by installing add-in card is the wrong type of memory. A flat-head and a Phillips screwdriver are needed to replace the side panel, and close the PC...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... 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 See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the chassis and gently but firmly press the card straight down into the add-in card slot. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections...
... 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 See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the chassis and gently but firmly press the card straight down into the add-in card slot. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions and recheck all connections...
Getting Started
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... wireless topics. Setting Up the Computer 15 To connect the wireless LAN antenna: 1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna cable into the wireless LAN connector on the back of your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is installed on the computer correctly: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Connect to a network, and then follow onscreen instructions...
... wireless topics. Setting Up the Computer 15 To connect the wireless LAN antenna: 1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna cable into the wireless LAN connector on the back of your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is installed on the computer correctly: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Connect to a network, and then follow onscreen instructions...
Getting Started
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... is the default setting, and it enables you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to download and install them Check for download is not recommended. 7 Click OK. To configure Automatic Updates: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Update. 5 Click Change settings. 6 Select the desired configuration: Install updates automatically (recommended) - This is to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you are available. If you run Windows Vista Update monthly...
... is the default setting, and it enables you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to download and install them Check for download is not recommended. 7 Click OK. To configure Automatic Updates: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Update. 5 Click Change settings. 6 Select the desired configuration: Install updates automatically (recommended) - This is to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you are available. If you run Windows Vista Update monthly...
Getting Started
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... DVD playback sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Windows Media Center. 3 Under Tasks, click settings, General, and then click Windows Media Center Setup. 4 Click Set Up Your Speakers. The Welcome to Speaker Setup window opens. 5 Click Next. 6 Choose the speaker connection type, and then click Next. 7 Select the number of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window...
... DVD playback sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Windows Media Center. 3 Under Tasks, click settings, General, and then click Windows Media Center Setup. 4 Click Set Up Your Speakers. The Welcome to Speaker Setup window opens. 5 Click Next. 6 Choose the speaker connection type, and then click Next. 7 Select the number of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window...
Getting Started
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... Media Drive 125 HP Total Care Advisor 41 I IBM Microdrive 122 Internet security 52, 100 K keyboard connector 4 customizing buttons 62 shortcuts 63 types of buttons 57 using 57 L LAN (local area network) 12 antenna 15 checking wireless LAN device 15 connecting Ethernet LAN 5 connecting wireless LAN device 14 setting up 13 using Local Area Network 12 LightScribe, creating a LightScribe disc label 175 local area network (LAN) 12 M magicSpot 198 manuals storing 10 memory card reader 179 card types 119 in-use light 123 troubleshooting 124 using 119 memory card...
... Media Drive 125 HP Total Care Advisor 41 I IBM Microdrive 122 Internet security 52, 100 K keyboard connector 4 customizing buttons 62 shortcuts 63 types of buttons 57 using 57 L LAN (local area network) 12 antenna 15 checking wireless LAN device 15 connecting Ethernet LAN 5 connecting wireless LAN device 14 setting up 13 using Local Area Network 12 LightScribe, creating a LightScribe disc label 175 local area network (LAN) 12 M magicSpot 198 manuals storing 10 memory card reader 179 card types 119 in-use light 123 troubleshooting 124 using 119 memory card...
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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... the Recycle Bin). Using Windows Update Check for updates or schedule a monthly automatic update. (See the Getting Started guide for details.) 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for files to delete and calculates how much disk space can run automatically 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Disk Cleanup. When you set . 2 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Removing Unused Programs Unused...
... the Recycle Bin). Using Windows Update Check for updates or schedule a monthly automatic update. (See the Getting Started guide for details.) 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and Control Panel. 2 Under Security, click the Check for files to delete and calculates how much disk space can run automatically 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Disk Cleanup. When you set . 2 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Removing Unused Programs Unused...
PC Troubleshooting
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... 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. Turn off your computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 If you are turned on the keyboard to see whether the Mute feature is enabled. Ensure the speakers are connected to your computer, and reconnect the speakers. Use the front panel...
... 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. Turn off your computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 5 If you are turned on the keyboard to see whether the Mute feature is enabled. Ensure the speakers are connected to your computer, and reconnect the speakers. Use the front panel...
PC Troubleshooting
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.... Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Hard Disk Drive Symptom Possible solution Computer seems to be locked Use the Windows Task Manager to close any programs not responding, or up and is not recognized as part of the system. Contact the device vendor directly for accepting the changes. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for Windows Vista. You may need an updated driver for...
.... Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 Hard Disk Drive Symptom Possible solution Computer seems to be locked Use the Windows Task Manager to close any programs not responding, or up and is not recognized as part of the system. Contact the device vendor directly for accepting the changes. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for Windows Vista. You may need an updated driver for...
PC Troubleshooting
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... keyboard to your Internet connection type. Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; doing so may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Log in to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 If the antenna is working properly. Verify that the correct modem speed and COM port are using the proper cables...
... keyboard to your Internet connection type. Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; doing so may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Log in to open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 If the antenna is working properly. Verify that the correct modem speed and COM port are using the proper cables...
PC Troubleshooting
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... HP: a Click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to turn the computer back on the computer. If you purchased. c Click Install Updates. 6 Restart your system is finished, remove the last recovery disc. 13 Click Finish to -date security software. You can typically download these updates from the software manufacturer's Web site. 5 Use Windows Update to get critical updates from the backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your...
... HP: a Click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to turn the computer back on the computer. If you purchased. c Click Install Updates. 6 Restart your system is finished, remove the last recovery disc. 13 Click Finish to -date security software. You can typically download these updates from the software manufacturer's Web site. 5 Use Windows Update to get critical updates from the backup media to your hard disk drive. 9 Ensure your...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... solved the problem, call the HP Customer Care Center at http://www.hp.com/support for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you . This must pass extensive quality tests to meet your specific needs. Support Information Where to Get Help Follow these steps when you need help from HP: 1 Check the setup poster for help with setting up and using your computer...
... solved the problem, call the HP Customer Care Center at http://www.hp.com/support for technical information or to get software updates. 4 If you . This must pass extensive quality tests to meet your specific needs. Support Information Where to Get Help Follow these steps when you need help from HP: 1 Check the setup poster for help with setting up and using your computer...
Advanced Setup Guide
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... Start Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to protect the network from unauthorized access. Using wireless security features When you use one or more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wireless network...
... Start Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to protect the network from unauthorized access. Using wireless security features When you use one or more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wireless network...
Getting Started Guide
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... vary. To connect the wireless LAN antenna: 1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna cable into the wireless LAN connector on the back of your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. For more information about setting up your wireless antenna may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802...
... vary. To connect the wireless LAN antenna: 1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna cable into the wireless LAN connector on the back of your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. For more information about setting up your wireless antenna may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802...
Getting Started Guide
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... a pop-up to install these updates. Turning On the Computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to automatically download and install recommended updates. This option makes the computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables you to specify...
... a pop-up to install these updates. Turning On the Computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to automatically download and install recommended updates. This option makes the computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is the default setting, and it enables you to specify...