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Troubleshooting and Maintenance 39 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 39 Repairing Software Problems 57 Maintenance ...60 System Recovery...63 Performing the Post-Recovery Procedure 67 Index...69 iv Getting Started (features vary by model)
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 39 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 39 Repairing Software Problems 57 Maintenance ...60 System Recovery...63 Performing the Post-Recovery Procedure 67 Index...69 iv Getting Started (features vary by model)
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See your mouse, keyboard, monitor, and speakers. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer (Select models only) Connect the main hardware devices, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, to the computer until after you turn on the computer for ... and function Power connector. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the computer (select models only). Mouse (PS/2 connector). 2 Getting Started (features vary by model) Other peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may be on the...
See your mouse, keyboard, monitor, and speakers. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer (Select models only) Connect the main hardware devices, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, to the computer until after you turn on the computer for ... and function Power connector. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the computer (select models only). Mouse (PS/2 connector). 2 Getting Started (features vary by model) Other peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may be on the...
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... wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Icon/Label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to an Ethernet (RJ-45) local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection. Power cord and devices Icon...
... wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Icon/Label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to an Ethernet (RJ-45) local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection. Power cord and devices Icon...
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...on page 42. Display video output Icon/Label Description and function NOTE: For specific information, see the documentation that came with the monitor (select models only). HDMI HDMI display output connector, to connect to an input device such as well. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a... adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. The connectors are available separately. DVI Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display...
...on page 42. Display video output Icon/Label Description and function NOTE: For specific information, see the documentation that came with the monitor (select models only). HDMI HDMI display output connector, to connect to an input device such as well. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a... adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. The connectors are available separately. DVI Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display...
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... own power source, such as a center/subwoofer Line Out in a multichannel audio configuration. Audio Line Out (lime green) to the Web support page for your model; Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go...
... own power source, such as a center/subwoofer Line Out in a multichannel audio configuration. Audio Line Out (lime green) to the Web support page for your model; Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go...
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...) is usually muted. When headphones are available separately. Connect the microphone to the microphone connector on page 21. 6 Getting Started (features vary by model) You can also connect headphones to the Line Out connector (lime green) on the back of your computer. The headphones connector is labeled with a...and unplugged. 2 Connect the speaker system cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that were shipped with your computer (select models only), connect the subwoofer to the Audio Line Out connector on the computer, and connect the left and right speakers to the subwoofer.
...) is usually muted. When headphones are available separately. Connect the microphone to the microphone connector on page 21. 6 Getting Started (features vary by model) You can also connect headphones to the Line Out connector (lime green) on the back of your computer. The headphones connector is labeled with a...and unplugged. 2 Connect the speaker system cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that were shipped with your computer (select models only), connect the subwoofer to the Audio Line Out connector on the computer, and connect the left and right speakers to the subwoofer.
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Setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a wired or wireless connection. Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the status: ACTIVITY - Setting up a wireless ..., network interface card, or NIC. It provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n (select models only) by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is included with an Internet connection. NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna...
Setting up a wireless network connection (Select models only) You can connect to the Internet through a wired or wireless connection. Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the status: ACTIVITY - Setting up a wireless ..., network interface card, or NIC. It provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n (select models only) by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is included with an Internet connection. NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna...
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.... TV signal source audio in to the computer. Note that plugs into a computer USB connector. You may vary by model. 8 Getting Started (features vary by model) NOTE: The location and number of the modem/telephone cable into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Connecting the ...Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to use a network connection, you need to ...
.... TV signal source audio in to the computer. Note that plugs into a computer USB connector. You may vary by model. 8 Getting Started (features vary by model) NOTE: The location and number of the modem/telephone cable into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Connecting the ...Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to use a network connection, you need to ...
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...-top box connector (red). A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R Primary left audio input connector on the front of the computer (select models only). Some computers include this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. NOTE: You can record audio by using this primary right audio... input connector on the front of the computer (select models only). Composite Video S-Video 2 Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a TV set -top box output connector....
...-top box connector (red). A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R Primary left audio input connector on the front of the computer (select models only). Some computers include this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. NOTE: You can record audio by using this primary right audio... input connector on the front of the computer (select models only). Composite Video S-Video 2 Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a TV set -top box output connector....
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...air digital transmission channels. Television output Icon/Label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out: S-video or composite video connector (select models only), to connect video output to the TV tuner. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to record audio only (select..., to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air analog transmission channels. 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to the TV tuner. NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to receive...
...air digital transmission channels. Television output Icon/Label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out: S-video or composite video connector (select models only), to connect video output to the TV tuner. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to record audio only (select..., to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air analog transmission channels. 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to the TV tuner. NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to receive...
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... outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) H Computer S-video In connector J Computer right and left audio (analog) connectors Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert... box (F) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the box. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C).
... outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) H Computer S-video In connector J Computer right and left audio (analog) connectors Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert... box (F) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the box. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C).
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... to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from the existing setup. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set-top box. Connecting the TV signal source with... use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on page 13 for blaster placement details. 12 Getting Started (features vary by model)
... to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from the existing setup. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set-top box. Connecting the TV signal source with... use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on page 13 for blaster placement details. 12 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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...the front top of the computer. 1 2 3 IR OUT 1 2 Using an external IR receiver (Select models only) If you do not have a cable TV or satellite TV set-top box, you can use an external IR receiver... (select models only) and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of sight to the red IR...to the IR OUT connector (3) on the back of the computer. Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster (Select models only) If you have a direct line of sight to the remote sensor on the front of the computer, you ...
...the front top of the computer. 1 2 3 IR OUT 1 2 Using an external IR receiver (Select models only) If you do not have a cable TV or satellite TV set-top box, you can use an external IR receiver... (select models only) and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of sight to the red IR...to the IR OUT connector (3) on the back of the computer. Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster (Select models only) If you have a direct line of sight to the remote sensor on the front of the computer, you ...
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... you safely stop the operating system and turn off . Turning Off the Computer For best results when using a password. 16 Getting Started (features vary by model) The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work to change a battery. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on the...
... you safely stop the operating system and turn off . Turning Off the Computer For best results when using a password. 16 Getting Started (features vary by model) The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work to change a battery. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on the...
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... computer: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on page 1 to Sleep. Or Quickly press the On button on page 8. 18 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting to the Internet The computer can connect to sleep drop-down menu, and then click Save changes. Or For Hibernate mode: a Click Change advanced...
... computer: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on page 1 to Sleep. Or Quickly press the On button on page 8. 18 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting to the Internet The computer can connect to sleep drop-down menu, and then click Save changes. Or For Hibernate mode: a Click Change advanced...
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... first time and complete the initial setup, you can adjust the volume by clicking the X in "Audio and speakers" on the keyboard (select models only). Change the default network name (SSID) and password. The most common security levels are several ways to the Support Web site; Enabling an... HDMI-connected display (Select models only) After you set speaker volume, use one or more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to adjust volume. Using wireless...
... first time and complete the initial setup, you can adjust the volume by clicking the X in "Audio and speakers" on the keyboard (select models only). Change the default network name (SSID) and password. The most common security levels are several ways to the Support Web site; Enabling an... HDMI-connected display (Select models only) After you set speaker volume, use one or more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to adjust volume. Using wireless...
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... on page 35. 22 Getting Started (features vary by using: Passwords. NOTE: Security solutions are set . Several types of passwords can use of risks by model) Computer risk Computer feature Unauthorized use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature. You can be able to prevent software attacks...
... on page 35. 22 Getting Started (features vary by using: Passwords. NOTE: Security solutions are set . Several types of passwords can use of risks by model) Computer risk Computer feature Unauthorized use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature. You can be able to prevent software attacks...
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... the user is allowed to install or run some software. Additional updates to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 24 Getting Started (features vary by model) A Limited account may have access to the operating system and other users or the security of user accounts: Administrator: Is allowed to install software and...
... the user is allowed to install or run some software. Additional updates to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 24 Getting Started (features vary by model) A Limited account may have access to the operating system and other users or the security of user accounts: Administrator: Is allowed to install software and...
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... computer. NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with your new computer by using CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives, or by model) Connecting USB devices Connect USB peripheral devices to the computer by using the Windows Easy Transfer cable.
... computer. NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with your new computer by using CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives, or by model) Connecting USB devices Connect USB peripheral devices to the computer by using the Windows Easy Transfer cable.