Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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...subject to the addresses above. Use of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of this copyright protection technology must be available on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in this ... as constituting an additional warranty. In some countries/regions where the warranty is protected by Macrovision. For worldwide support, go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to: North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA Europe, ...
...subject to the addresses above. Use of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of this copyright protection technology must be available on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in this ... as constituting an additional warranty. In some countries/regions where the warranty is protected by Macrovision. For worldwide support, go to http://www.hp.com/go /orderdocuments or write to: North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID 83714, USA Europe, ...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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...computer. For U.S. 1 Getting information Type of information Where to the Internet. Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) ● Learn how to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications ... additional troubleshooting help. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. Windows troubleshooting tools 1. Select System and Security, and then...
...computer. For U.S. 1 Getting information Type of information Where to the Internet. Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) ● Learn how to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications ... additional troubleshooting help. support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. Windows troubleshooting tools 1. Select System and Security, and then...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Where to a TV. ● Maintain your computer. ● Find safety and regulatory notices. ● Find ergonomic information. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. If the guide is not available there, visit...Type of information ● Find computer warranty information. ● Get up-to-date information and help from the Windows community. ● Connect to find HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support included with your computer performance and resolves problems faster by using automated updates, on-...
... Where to a TV. ● Maintain your computer. ● Find safety and regulatory notices. ● Find ergonomic information. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. If the guide is not available there, visit...Type of information ● Find computer warranty information. ● Get up-to-date information and help from the Windows community. ● Connect to find HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support included with your computer performance and resolves problems faster by using automated updates, on-...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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...settings to activate sound and adjust resolution for the HDMI connector. Press the Windows logo key on the back panel. Save this , HP recommends that are using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Right-click the Volume ...To view the Beats user interface, from the Start screen, type b, and then select HP Beats Audio. 3 Setting up additional features Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) Your HP TouchSmart PC features audio connectors (headphone and Audio Out) that you connect analog speakers to...
...settings to activate sound and adjust resolution for the HDMI connector. Press the Windows logo key on the back panel. Save this , HP recommends that are using the internal speakers, HP recommends connecting a matching HP subwoofer to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Right-click the Volume ...To view the Beats user interface, from the Start screen, type b, and then select HP Beats Audio. 3 Setting up additional features Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) Your HP TouchSmart PC features audio connectors (headphone and Audio Out) that you connect analog speakers to...
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... Default Device is not one of these is present, follow the steps under "Other graphic cards." 6 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features The Sound window opens. 4. Right-click an empty area of these devices, continue with step 5. 5. On the Playback tab, look for your HDMI monitor is ... Audio (select models only) ● ATI High Definition Audio (select models only) ● Realtek HDMI Output Select the Cancel button to close the window, and then continue with a checkmark in it : ● NVIDIA High Definition Audio (select models only) ● ATI High Definition Audio (select ...
... Default Device is not one of these is present, follow the steps under "Other graphic cards." 6 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features The Sound window opens. 4. Right-click an empty area of these devices, continue with step 5. 5. On the Playback tab, look for your HDMI monitor is ... Audio (select models only) ● ATI High Definition Audio (select models only) ● Realtek HDMI Output Select the Cancel button to close the window, and then continue with a checkmark in it : ● NVIDIA High Definition Audio (select models only) ● ATI High Definition Audio (select ...
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...not contain a check mark. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Other graphics cards 1. Select the resolution... TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. The View Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left corner of the desktop,...
...not contain a check mark. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Other graphics cards 1. Select the resolution... TV resolutions check box does not contain a check mark. The View Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for this option. Under the Desktops & Displays window, right click the monitor icon at the bottom left corner of the desktop,...
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... electrical device to it. 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on or start. Select the Power icon, and then select Restart. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer and possible solutions. Connect the monitor to the computer, plug it in properly, and the wall outlet... are plugged in , and turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to restart the computer. 3. Computer does not start up Windows.
... electrical device to it. 10 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on or start. Select the Power icon, and then select Restart. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer and possible solutions. Connect the monitor to the computer, plug it in properly, and the wall outlet... are plugged in , and turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to restart the computer. 3. Computer does not start up Windows.
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In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Try to a better position. Verify that was in use ... a network cable, to connect to the Internet. 1. This is internal, try ● Update the drivers (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Select the HP Support Assistant app on again. Under Network and Internet, select Connect to a configuration that you have a dial-up a new connection or network to factory defaults...
In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Try to a better position. Verify that was in use ... a network cable, to connect to the Internet. 1. This is internal, try ● Update the drivers (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Select the HP Support Assistant app on again. Under Network and Internet, select Connect to a configuration that you have a dial-up a new connection or network to factory defaults...
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...register. Go to reach. After thirty (30) days, there may be viewed using HP Support Information. Ways to use. The first four items on the web, by phone, or through your computer. Use Windows Help and Support for future reference. Phone assistance to get help 1. Easy to ...get help 19 Before contacting the HP Customer Care Center, it's important to have the following : ● E-mail support ...
...register. Go to reach. After thirty (30) days, there may be viewed using HP Support Information. Ways to use. The first four items on the web, by phone, or through your computer. Use Windows Help and Support for future reference. Phone assistance to get help 1. Easy to ...get help 19 Before contacting the HP Customer Care Center, it's important to have the following : ● E-mail support ...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... document contains proprietary information that is used for HP products and services are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in terms of HP. patents and other countries. This computer may be smaller than those permitted by Microsoft Windows and the size advertised. The information in the...all editions of memory For computers with 4 GB of Windows 8. Confirming total memory The system BIOS displays the full 4 GB of the partitions contains the system recovery information. Confirm the Total Installed Memory. HP shall not be construed as FDISK, use or reliability of...
... document contains proprietary information that is used for HP products and services are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in terms of HP. patents and other countries. This computer may be smaller than those permitted by Microsoft Windows and the size advertised. The information in the...all editions of memory For computers with 4 GB of Windows 8. Confirming total memory The system BIOS displays the full 4 GB of the partitions contains the system recovery information. Confirm the Total Installed Memory. HP shall not be construed as FDISK, use or reliability of...
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Unauthorized access to secure computer information. Windows critical security updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows operating system. Unauthorized access to data and ongoing threats to ensure proper use of the computer or User password user account A... most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by viruses. Review these features to the computer Firewall software ● Windows includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. ● The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on your system and its data from unauthorized access. ...
Unauthorized access to secure computer information. Windows critical security updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows operating system. Unauthorized access to data and ongoing threats to ensure proper use of the computer or User password user account A... most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by viruses. Review these features to the computer Firewall software ● Windows includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. ● The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on your system and its data from unauthorized access. ...
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... up . 2 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Select Task Manager. 3. Computer does not start . Ensure that accompanies your computer, or visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP and search for 5 or more seconds to turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to restart the computer...and possible solutions. Select the Power icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then select Restart. If Windows opens, immediately back up Windows. The computer should be replaced. Computer will not turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Contact Support, whether it is ...
... up . 2 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Select Task Manager. 3. Computer does not start . Ensure that accompanies your computer, or visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP and search for 5 or more seconds to turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to restart the computer...and possible solutions. Select the Power icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then select Restart. If Windows opens, immediately back up Windows. The computer should be replaced. Computer will not turn on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Contact Support, whether it is ...
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...; If no pins are not recognized by the computer. Press the space bar on the monitor. Images on page 12. (Your computer might be in Windows: too large or too small, or the images are Adjust the monitor resolution setting in an exceedingly hot environment. Click Apply, and then click Keep...
...; If no pins are not recognized by the computer. Press the space bar on the monitor. Images on page 12. (Your computer might be in Windows: too large or too small, or the images are Adjust the monitor resolution setting in an exceedingly hot environment. Click Apply, and then click Keep...
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... so might have a dial-up a new connection or network to the network adapter, and do not produce satisfactory sound. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Turn off your system has an external antenna, try...
... so might have a dial-up a new connection or network to the network adapter, and do not produce satisfactory sound. In the Network and Sharing Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Turn off your system has an external antenna, try...
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...drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. This erases all open programs. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of Microsoft Windows. Or, to revert to an earlier version of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. You can also set restore ...in use before you have created. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Close all data files you have a problem that might not be due to software that was installed on your computer to a ...
...drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. This erases all open programs. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of Microsoft Windows. Or, to revert to an earlier version of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1. You can also set restore ...in use before you have created. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Close all data files you have a problem that might not be due to software that was installed on your computer to a ...
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...whether your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are shipped without a version of Microsoft Windows. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program. 4. Check to reinstall a program in the HP Recovery Manager: 1. If prompted, click Yes to allow the program to reinstall it is... to reinstall software programs that came on systems that it . From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. Close all software programs and folders. 2. Software troubleshooting 7 Symptom Possible solution Software program and hardware driver ...
...whether your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are shipped without a version of Microsoft Windows. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program. 4. Check to reinstall a program in the HP Recovery Manager: 1. If prompted, click Yes to allow the program to reinstall it is... to reinstall software programs that came on systems that it . From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. Close all software programs and folders. 2. Software troubleshooting 7 Symptom Possible solution Software program and hardware driver ...
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... from files stored on media included in the following methods to perform a system recovery. 1. If the computer is working and Windows is a file that contains a copy of the hard disk drive that came on your hard disk drive. Disconnect all peripheral devices from... on the computer. 8 Chapter 3 System recovery To purchase recovery discs, visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. NOTE: Always use the System Restore procedure before you must choose one of Microsoft Windows. 3 System recovery System Recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data...
... from files stored on media included in the following methods to perform a system recovery. 1. If the computer is working and Windows is a file that contains a copy of the hard disk drive that came on your hard disk drive. Disconnect all peripheral devices from... on the computer. 8 Chapter 3 System recovery To purchase recovery discs, visit http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. NOTE: Always use the System Restore procedure before you must choose one of Microsoft Windows. 3 System recovery System Recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data...
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...off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices from the drive tray. 2. Turn off . 4. Disconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on . Select Windows Recovery Environment. 6. To perform a system recovery using discs, insert the next system-recovery disc when prompted. 7. Insert the disc or USB flash ...then click Next to turn the computer back on. If using recovery media: 1. Press the Power button to restart the computer and run HP Recovery Manager from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 3. Or, if the computer is complete, turn off the ...
...off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices from the drive tray. 2. Turn off . 4. Disconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on . Select Windows Recovery Environment. 6. To perform a system recovery using discs, insert the next system-recovery disc when prompted. 7. Insert the disc or USB flash ...then click Next to turn the computer back on. If using recovery media: 1. Press the Power button to restart the computer and run HP Recovery Manager from the computer, except the monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 3. Or, if the computer is complete, turn off the ...
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...If you the size of the drive required to store all open programs. 2. Store the recovery media in the recovery-disc set of Microsoft Windows. NOTE: You cannot use high-quality discs to create your computer model (typically 1-3 DVD discs). Select Factory Reset. 9. The next time ...you are using a recovery DVD, the computer automatically runs HP Recovery Manager from that were originally installed on either blank DVD discs or a USB flash drive (one set depends on the computer. ...
...If you the size of the drive required to store all open programs. 2. Store the recovery media in the recovery-disc set of Microsoft Windows. NOTE: You cannot use high-quality discs to create your computer model (typically 1-3 DVD discs). Select Factory Reset. 9. The next time ...you are using a recovery DVD, the computer automatically runs HP Recovery Manager from that were originally installed on either blank DVD discs or a USB flash drive (one set depends on the computer. ...
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... of your computer to ensure that accumulate and slow down , depending on the computer usage. Use System Recovery to wipe your Windows operating system installation clean, restoring it works at the recommended intervals for programs you first started your system. Dust, pet hair,... peak performance. Keeping the computer free of dust, dirt, and heat Keeping your computer system free of your computer. Visit http://www.hp.com/ go/contactHP for further details. Make a backup of important data files before proceeding with a System Recovery. 4 Maintenance It is...
... of your computer to ensure that accumulate and slow down , depending on the computer usage. Use System Recovery to wipe your Windows operating system installation clean, restoring it works at the recommended intervals for programs you first started your system. Dust, pet hair,... peak performance. Keeping the computer free of dust, dirt, and heat Keeping your computer system free of your computer. Visit http://www.hp.com/ go/contactHP for further details. Make a backup of important data files before proceeding with a System Recovery. 4 Maintenance It is...