Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Windows password support, go /contactHP 1 Upgrading and Servicing Guide HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to the Internet. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go /contactHP ● Upgrade or replace components of your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select the HP common...
... Windows password support, go /contactHP 1 Upgrading and Servicing Guide HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to the Internet. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go /contactHP ● Upgrade or replace components of your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select the HP common...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is not in a walkway or where it can cause fire or electrocution. • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. Place the computer so that is specifically labeled as well. Download and install operating system updates. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on or damaged by using...
... open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is not in a walkway or where it can cause fire or electrocution. • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. Place the computer so that is specifically labeled as well. Download and install operating system updates. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on or damaged by using...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... each downloaded update. 4. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the setup view. 2. Connect the hardware as shown on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. NOTE: If you already have issues connecting to the Internet, see Internet access on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to download. g. After you complete the initial computer setup, you wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Check the operating system, memory...
... each downloaded update. 4. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the setup view. 2. Connect the hardware as shown on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. NOTE: If you already have issues connecting to the Internet, see Internet access on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to download. g. After you complete the initial computer setup, you wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Check the operating system, memory...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... operating system by using a DVI or VGA connector for future use HDMI to connect your computer has a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using the Recovery Manager, you ever need to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the back panel. Activating sound 1. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beats-optimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the keyboard to hear sound...
... operating system by using a DVI or VGA connector for future use HDMI to connect your computer has a graphics card with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using the Recovery Manager, you ever need to do is plug the Beats Audio headphones into the Audio Out connector on the back panel. Activating sound 1. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beats-optimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the keyboard to hear sound...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... then Desktops & Displays on the left corner of the window and select Configure. The Change resolution window opens. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click Catalyst™ Control Center. If you have purchased a dual-monitor system with ATI™ Eyefinity software, follow these instructions for NVIDIA graphics cards. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel...
... then Desktops & Displays on the left corner of the window and select Configure. The Change resolution window opens. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click Catalyst™ Control Center. If you have purchased a dual-monitor system with ATI™ Eyefinity software, follow these instructions for NVIDIA graphics cards. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... the initial setup, only one display is set up the layout for a display, select Start, from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Press the power button on the back of the displays will be amber; Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. Connect the monitors to set up...
... the initial setup, only one display is set up the layout for a display, select Start, from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Press the power button on the back of the displays will be amber; Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. Connect the monitors to set up...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Contact Support, whether it . 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Computer will not turn it is functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should be on page 1. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Test the wall outlet by connecting a different electrical device to it was...
... for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Contact Support, whether it . 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Computer will not turn it is functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should be on page 1. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Test the wall outlet by connecting a different electrical device to it was...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... the mouse connector to save changes in all open programs. 4. After the shutdown is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad can be used. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to an open programs, and then restart your computer. If the mouse is not detected. Keyboard and mouse (general) Symptom Possible solution Keyboard commands and typing are not recognized by the computer. Mouse (with cable...
... the mouse connector to save changes in all open programs. 4. After the shutdown is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad can be used. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to an open programs, and then restart your computer. If the mouse is not detected. Keyboard and mouse (general) Symptom Possible solution Keyboard commands and typing are not recognized by the computer. Mouse (with cable...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... the graphics card (select models only) to connect your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio Line Out connector if you connected powered (active) speakers and that the volume is produced. 1. Ensure that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot...
... the graphics card (select models only) to connect your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio Line Out connector if you connected powered (active) speakers and that the volume is produced. 1. Ensure that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Restores your computer to a configuration that you have a dial-up a new connection or network to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn...
... adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Restores your computer to a configuration that you have a dial-up a new connection or network to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... on your problem: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, select Device Manager. 3. Updating device Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or to revert to an earlier version of device you want to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. You can also set restore points manually. To start a system restore or to add restore points manually: 1. Select...
... on your problem: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, select Device Manager. 3. Updating device Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or to revert to an earlier version of device you want to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. You can also set restore points manually. To start a system restore or to add restore points manually: 1. Select...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. 20 Chapter 6 Support information This is then, to the warranty (as well as many of your computer parts that you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that are covered during the warranty period. These services are considered consumer replaceable. Refer to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up...
... law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. 20 Chapter 6 Support information This is then, to the warranty (as well as many of your computer parts that you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that are covered during the warranty period. These services are considered consumer replaceable. Refer to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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..., contact Support. If Windows opens, immediately back up Windows. When the cables connecting the computer to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page 3. The computer should be locked up . 2 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Computer will not turn it on. Select the Power icon in , and turn on ; When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start...
..., contact Support. If Windows opens, immediately back up Windows. When the cables connecting the computer to a backup hard disk drive. 4. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on page 3. The computer should be locked up . 2 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Computer will not turn it on. Select the Power icon in , and turn on ; When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... initial setup or for re-synchronization. ● Ensure that the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the underside of the receiver, and away from interference from a USB connector on the keyboard...
... initial setup or for re-synchronization. ● Ensure that the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the underside of the receiver, and away from interference from a USB connector on the keyboard...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... produce satisfactory sound. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. If you connected powered (active) speakers and that the volume is internal, try to move the computer. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Speakers and sound 5 Ensure that you are using the proper cables for multiple-channel speakers.) Detached non-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Unplug...
... produce satisfactory sound. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. If you connected powered (active) speakers and that the volume is internal, try to move the computer. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Speakers and sound 5 Ensure that you are using the proper cables for multiple-channel speakers.) Detached non-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Unplug...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Follow the on the System Properties screen. 5. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to add restore points manually: 1. Restores your problem: 1. Complete the following ). ● Use...
... the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Follow the on the System Properties screen. 5. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to add restore points manually: 1. Restores your problem: 1. Complete the following ). ● Use...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... are no user-serviceable components inside. • Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein or in hazardous radiation exposure. Substitute cords may result in the laser product's installation guide may not provide adequate fault protection. Only use the power cord supplied with those regulations except for deviations pursuant to repair the unit...
... are no user-serviceable components inside. • Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein or in hazardous radiation exposure. Substitute cords may result in the laser product's installation guide may not provide adequate fault protection. Only use the power cord supplied with those regulations except for deviations pursuant to repair the unit...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is provided to call the CATV systems installer's attention to the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Table 4-1 Antenna Grounding Reference Grounding Component 1 Electric Service Equipment 2 Power Service...
... Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is provided to call the CATV systems installer's attention to the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Table 4-1 Antenna Grounding Reference Grounding Component 1 Electric Service Equipment 2 Power Service...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... and personal workstations CAUTION: Using the Energy Save Monitor feature with Wake On LAN (WOL) enabled, the computer can also be woken from sleep mode through the Microsoft Windows Power Management feature. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enhanced product qualification and certification process to verify the factory default power settings for your desktop or workstation, select Start > Control Panel, and then type Power Options in homes, offices, and factories. To take advantage of...
... and personal workstations CAUTION: Using the Energy Save Monitor feature with Wake On LAN (WOL) enabled, the computer can also be woken from sleep mode through the Microsoft Windows Power Management feature. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enhanced product qualification and certification process to verify the factory default power settings for your desktop or workstation, select Start > Control Panel, and then type Power Options in homes, offices, and factories. To take advantage of...