Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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...; Upgrade or replace components of your computer. Windows troubleshooting tools 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. For U.S. Select System and Security, and then under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems. ● Troubleshoot the most Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on the Start screen, select...
...; Upgrade or replace components of your computer. Windows troubleshooting tools 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. For U.S. Select System and Security, and then under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems. ● Troubleshoot the most Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on the Start screen, select...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select System and Security, and then select System. The computer may be sure to open the enclosure of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. be heavy; To reduce the risk of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is preset for your equipment: • Place the...
2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select System and Security, and then select System. The computer may be sure to open the enclosure of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. be heavy; To reduce the risk of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is preset for your equipment: • Place the...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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..., memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for your computer model from Product search results. Follow the software manufacturer's directions to the Internet, see Internet access on the setup view. 2. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. NOTE: Use only licensed original software. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. c. d. Connect the hardware as shown on page 15. 4 Chapter 2 Setting...
..., memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for your computer model from Product search results. Follow the software manufacturer's directions to the Internet, see Internet access on the setup view. 2. Click Download next to each downloaded update. 4. NOTE: Use only licensed original software. Select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. 6. c. d. Connect the hardware as shown on page 15. 4 Chapter 2 Setting...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Beats-optimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the screen. To disable Beats, press the Beats toggle button; All you use . Using an HDMI monitor If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. Save this , HP recommends that are using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) 5 If you need to adjust some settings to do...
... Beats-optimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on the screen. To disable Beats, press the Beats toggle button; All you use . Using an HDMI monitor If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. Save this , HP recommends that are using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Using Beats Audio™ (select models only) 5 If you need to adjust some settings to do...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. This completes the steps to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays on the left corner of the desktop, and then click Catalyst™ Control Center. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up multiple displays...
... remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel. This completes the steps to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. Right-click an empty area of the window and select Configure. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays on the left corner of the desktop, and then click Catalyst™ Control Center. If your HP computer is connected to connect and set up multiple displays...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... monitors with a VGA connector. ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup 1. Connect the monitors to -VGA adapter is active; NOTE: The three-monitor setup requires that the PC is complete, you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Press the power button on each additional monitor. 4. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up the layout for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. or three-monitor display. 8 Chapter 3 Setting up ATI Catalyst Control Center™. 2. The monitor's connection type...
... monitors with a VGA connector. ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup 1. Connect the monitors to -VGA adapter is active; NOTE: The three-monitor setup requires that the PC is complete, you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. Press the power button on each additional monitor. 4. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up the layout for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. or three-monitor display. 8 Chapter 3 Setting up ATI Catalyst Control Center™. 2. The monitor's connection type...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to a backup hard disk drive. 4. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to it was possible or not to start up all important data to restart the computer. 3. If the display (monitor) is functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should be replaced. Restart the computer. 1. If Windows opens...
... turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to a backup hard disk drive. 4. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to it was possible or not to start up all important data to restart the computer. 3. If the display (monitor) is functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should be replaced. Restart the computer. 1. If Windows opens...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... move using the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is still not detected, turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the keyboard to an open programs, press the Power button to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. After the shutdown is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector...
... move using the arrow keys on most-not all open program. 2. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is still not detected, turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the keyboard to an open programs, press the Power button to turn off the computer, unplug and reconnect the mouse cable, and then restart the computer. After the shutdown is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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.... Speakers and sound 15 From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Ensure that the volume is set appropriately. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that you connected the speakers to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Ensure that they are connected to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on the graphics card (select models...
.... Speakers and sound 15 From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Ensure that the volume is set appropriately. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that you connected the speakers to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Ensure that they are connected to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on the graphics card (select models...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to move the computer. these methods: ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Updating device drivers, following). Verify that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on the Start screen...
... Center window, select Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to move the computer. these methods: ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Updating device drivers, following). Verify that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on the Start screen...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... installed on -screen instructions. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, select Device Manager. 3. From the Start screen, type c and then select Control Panel. 2. Close all open programs. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of device you use System Restore to return the computer to add restore points manually: 1. Software troubleshooting 17 You can also set restore...
... installed on -screen instructions. Select System and Security, select System, and then select System protection. 4. Select System and Security, and then in the System area, select Device Manager. 3. From the Start screen, type c and then select Control Panel. 2. Close all open programs. 2. Select the arrow to expand the type of device you use System Restore to return the computer to add restore points manually: 1. Software troubleshooting 17 You can also set restore...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... days. (This option may not be done after you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to fix your system. By breaking the security seal on , immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this guide for repairs If your computer needs to be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have completely set up your...
... days. (This option may not be done after you . Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to fix your system. By breaking the security seal on , immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this guide for repairs If your computer needs to be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have completely set up your...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... to start . Select Task Manager. 3. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to close any programs not responding, or restart the computer: 1. When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged...
... to start . Select Task Manager. 3. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to close any programs not responding, or restart the computer: 1. When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... arrow keys on the number keypad. If you are examples; To ensure that the connection was established, and that the mouse is not in the selected program (Ctrl+S is established, continue by using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting After the mouse connection...
... arrow keys on the number keypad. If you are examples; To ensure that the connection was established, and that the mouse is not in the selected program (Ctrl+S is established, continue by using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting After the mouse connection...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Under Network and Internet, select Connect to your system has an external antenna, try to open the wizard, and then follow the on . Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. Unplug headphones if they are connected to enter the on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel...
... not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Under Network and Internet, select Connect to your system has an external antenna, try to open the wizard, and then follow the on . Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 1. Unplug headphones if they are connected to enter the on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your computer, and then unplug and reconnect the speakers. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see System recovery on -screen instructions. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. If you use this table). - Some features might be available on systems that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Software program and hardware driver reinstallation, later in this System Restore procedure before the software was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager...
... Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see System recovery on -screen instructions. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. If you use this table). - Some features might be available on systems that was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Software program and hardware driver reinstallation, later in this System Restore procedure before the software was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... allow the program to a removable disc or USB flash drive. As soon as you created or installed. If the computer is not responding, press and hold the Power button until the computer turns off . 2. Turn off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. If using recovery DVDs, insert recovery disc #1 into a USB port. 3. System recovery at system startup CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all the data...
... allow the program to a removable disc or USB flash drive. As soon as you created or installed. If the computer is not responding, press and hold the Power button until the computer turns off . 2. Turn off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type recovery, and then select HP Recovery Manager. If using recovery DVDs, insert recovery disc #1 into a USB port. 3. System recovery at system startup CAUTION: System Recovery deletes all the data...
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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... user-serviceable components inside. ● Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. ● Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those regulations except for deviations pursuant to repair the unit. Plug the system power...
... user-serviceable components inside. ● Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. ● Allow only HP Authorized Service technicians to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those regulations except for deviations pursuant to repair the unit. Plug the system power...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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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 TV antenna connectors protection 31 TV antenna connectors protection External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the...
.... 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 TV antenna connectors protection 31 TV antenna connectors protection External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the...