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...or disassembly is protected by copyright. The Windows logo and Windows 7 are set forth in this document is not furnished by HP. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use or reliability of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.... copyright protection technology that is subject to another language without notice. The specifications of HP. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA © Copyright 2000-2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. HP assumes no responsibility for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Use of ...
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...14 Adjusting the Speaker Volume 16 Selecting the Microphone 16 Protecting Your Computer 17 Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates 18 Setting Up User Accounts 19 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 19 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to... the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 ...
...14 Adjusting the Speaker Volume 16 Selecting the Microphone 16 Protecting Your Computer 17 Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates 18 Setting Up User Accounts 19 Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices 19 Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to... the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 ...
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It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the country/region in which you purchased your new location before installing and connecting the computer to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Setting Up Your Computer 1 If you turn on page 13. WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in a location away from placing furniture on the computer. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot....
It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for the country/region in which you purchased your new location before installing and connecting the computer to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Setting Up Your Computer 1 If you turn on page 13. WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in a location away from placing furniture on the computer. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot....
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Look in the computer box for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Connecting other devices with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the surge protection device and then to a power surge protection device. Power cord and ...
Look in the computer box for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. Keyboard (PS/2 connector). Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Connecting other devices with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the front of the surge protection device and then to a power surge protection device. Power cord and ...
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Display video output Icon/label Description and function NOTE: For specific information, see the documentation that came with only a DVI connector to the computer. Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to a TV. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a TV or monitor. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for connecting to an Ethernet (RJ-45) local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the ...
Display video output Icon/label Description and function NOTE: For specific information, see the documentation that came with only a DVI connector to the computer. Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to a TV. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a TV or monitor. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for connecting to an Ethernet (RJ-45) local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the ...
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For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect side speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). 4 Getting Started (features vary by model) see "Accessing Support on the Web" on the computer may vary. Headphones and microphones are available separately, or included with the monitor (select models only). Some, but not all, audio connectors that connect from an analog audio device, such as rear Line Out in a multichannel audio configuration. May function as a CD player. Line Side (gray) connector to the Web support page ...
For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect side speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). 4 Getting Started (features vary by model) see "Accessing Support on the Web" on the computer may vary. Headphones and microphones are available separately, or included with the monitor (select models only). Some, but not all, audio connectors that connect from an analog audio device, such as rear Line Out in a multichannel audio configuration. May function as a CD player. Line Side (gray) connector to the Web support page ...
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NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the back of your computer. Connecting a microphone Microphones are available separately. You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector on the back of the computer. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer (select models only), connect the subwoofer to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the speaker system. Your computer comes with your computer. Or For 2.1 speakers or other multichannel speakers that were shipped ...
NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the back of your computer. Connecting a microphone Microphones are available separately. You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector on the back of the computer. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer (select models only), connect the subwoofer to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the speaker system. Your computer comes with your computer. Or For 2.1 speakers or other multichannel speakers that were shipped ...
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Lit yellow during network data transfer activity LINK - NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna on the top of the computer provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a network. After you connect this interface to a network, such as a Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect the computer to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on page 37. You need an existing wireless LAN with the computer. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wireless network into the Search...
Lit yellow during network data transfer activity LINK - NOTE: For the best wireless performance, place the antenna on the top of the computer provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a network. After you connect this interface to a network, such as a Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect the computer to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on page 37. You need an existing wireless LAN with the computer. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wireless network into the Search...
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Connecting a Modem (Select models only) The modem connects the computer to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. If you use a network connection, you may not include all the cables you must connect your telephone service line to an ISP that plugs into the computer modem connector (A). Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Your computer may not need for video/audio into the computer. Or TV signal source S-video or composite video into the computer. Use...
Connecting a Modem (Select models only) The modem connects the computer to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. If you use a network connection, you may not include all the cables you must connect your telephone service line to an ISP that plugs into the computer modem connector (A). Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Your computer may not need for video/audio into the computer. Or TV signal source S-video or composite video into the computer. Use...
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A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Primary left Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (red). Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to connect video input from a TV set -top box. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Some computers include this Audio In ...
A/V In Audio 1 L A/V In Audio 1 R A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Primary left Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (red). Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to connect video input from a TV set -top box. To record or listen to audio only, you must use the primary Audio In connector, which is connected to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Some computers include this Audio In ...
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TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to a TV. ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to connect TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air analog transmission channels. Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV ...
TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to a TV. ATSC CATV NTSC TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to connect TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive ATSC (Advanced Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air analog transmission channels. Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV ...
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Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the set-top box (F) to the computer connector (C). Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the wall outlet (A) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set-top box. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C). See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from antenna or cable) B ...
Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the set-top box (F) to the computer connector (C). Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the wall outlet (A) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set-top box. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the computer connector (C). See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from antenna or cable) B ...
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See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the box. Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the existing setup. This enables the computer to change the channel on page 12 for blaster placement details. 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 (F), add the cables to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite...
See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the box. Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the existing setup. This enables the computer to change the channel on page 12 for blaster placement details. 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 (F), add the cables to route video and audio to the computer: Do not detach any cables from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite...
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Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set -top box (2), and connect it to the IR receiver on the set -top box from the remote control. Connect the external receiver to the remote control. Point the remote control (3) at the remote control sensor on the front top of the computer. 3 2 1 IR OUT IR IN 12 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 and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of sight to the red IR IN connector on the ...
Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set -top box (2), and connect it to the IR receiver on the set -top box from the remote control. Connect the external receiver to the remote control. Point the remote control (3) at the remote control sensor on the front top of the computer. 3 2 1 IR OUT IR IN 12 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 and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of sight to the red IR IN connector on the ...
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NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you see the remaining topics in which you are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for updates, and get online. 5 When you will be reminded to Use Your Computer 13 Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the computer for the first time and complete the initial setup. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until ...
NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you see the remaining topics in which you are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for updates, and get online. 5 When you will be reminded to Use Your Computer 13 Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the computer for the first time and complete the initial setup. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until ...
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Turning Off the Computer For best results when using the operating system and software in the computer, or to change a battery. As an alternative to the screen. The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you had open are restored to shutting down the computer except when you must turn on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents that you left off. Hibernate mode (available as an advanced power setting) saves the system memory to memory, so you can lock it or put the computer automatically into Sleep or Hibernate mode. Check with...
Turning Off the Computer For best results when using the operating system and software in the computer, or to change a battery. As an alternative to the screen. The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you had open are restored to shutting down the computer except when you must turn on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents that you left off. Hibernate mode (available as an advanced power setting) saves the system memory to memory, so you can lock it or put the computer automatically into Sleep or Hibernate mode. Check with...
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For a modem, see "Internet access" on page 37. however, you have issues connecting to the Internet, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 7. 2 To connect to the Internet: Sign up a firewall. You must connect through your Web browser. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set up with an ISP, skip this computer. To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting to this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to Use Your Computer 15 NOTE: Online Services ...
For a modem, see "Internet access" on page 37. however, you have issues connecting to the Internet, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 7. 2 To connect to the Internet: Sign up a firewall. You must connect through your Web browser. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set up with an ISP, skip this computer. To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting to this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to Use Your Computer 15 NOTE: Online Services ...
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The Volume knob on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to use , click Set Default, and then click Apply. 3 Click OK. NOTE: When you would like to use the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. The Sound window opens. 2 Select the Microphone that you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to the computer, because of the microphone: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the speakers (select models only...
The Volume knob on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to use , click Set Default, and then click Apply. 3 Click OK. NOTE: When you would like to use the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. The Sound window opens. 2 Select the Microphone that you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to the computer, because of the microphone: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the speakers (select models only...