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...subject to another language without notice. The Windows logo and Windows 7 are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use or reliability of its software on Draft 2.0 Draft 2.0 refers to... for purposes other intellectual property rights. Hewlett-Packard Company P.O. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11n based on equipment that is protected by U.S. HP assumes no responsibility for the use of the not-yet-ratified IEEE 802.11n standard used in this device to the version of our...
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... 25 Accessing Support on 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 Maintenance ...48 Keeping...
... 25 Accessing Support on 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 Maintenance ...48 Keeping...
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WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on page 13. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot. Setting Up Your Computer 1 It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for your computer. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in a location away from placing furniture on it can increase the inside temperature, causing fire, trouble, and electrification. See "Preparing to the computer. 4 Turn on page 13. ...
WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on page 13. These can be stepped on or damaged from water, dust, moisture, and soot. Setting Up Your Computer 1 It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for your computer. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in a location away from placing furniture on it can increase the inside temperature, causing fire, trouble, and electrification. See "Preparing to the computer. 4 Turn on page 13. ...
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Look in the computer box for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices to the inputs and outputs of connectors on the front of the computer. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. Power cord and devices Icon/label Description and function Power connector. Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by model) If the computer has a ...
Look in the computer box for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices to the inputs and outputs of connectors on the front of the computer. Mouse (PS/2 connector). Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer or on the computer may vary. Power cord and devices Icon/label Description and function Power connector. Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by model) If the computer has a ...
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The green LED indicates a valid connection. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a VGA monitor. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display to the computer. VGA/Monitor VGA/Monitor (blue) display output connector, to connect to a TV. DVI Recommended for dial-up connections to the computer. You may need to use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to a monitor. Setting Up Your Computer 3 ...
The green LED indicates a valid connection. HDMI Recommended for connecting to a VGA monitor. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display to the computer. VGA/Monitor VGA/Monitor (blue) display output connector, to connect to a TV. DVI Recommended for dial-up connections to the computer. You may need to use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with only a DVI connector to the computer. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to a monitor. Setting Up Your Computer 3 ...
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Your computer model may include audio connectors on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the back of the computer. 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) May function as batteries or a separate power cord. Connecting Speakers or Microphones Speakers are available separately, or included with the monitor (select models only). Some computers also have its own power source, such as ...
Your computer model may include audio connectors on the computer may vary. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the back of the computer. 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) May function as batteries or a separate power cord. Connecting Speakers or Microphones Speakers are available separately, or included with the monitor (select models only). Some computers also have its own power source, such as ...
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You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the computer, and connect the left /right stereo speakers or a 2.1 system of the computer. To adjust the recording volume or select the microphone, see "Selecting the Microphone" on the back of two speakers and a subwoofer, to the computer: 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off, and that the speaker system is turned off and unplugged. 2 Connect the speaker system cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that were shipped with a headphones icon. Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer ...
You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the computer, and connect the left /right stereo speakers or a 2.1 system of the computer. To adjust the recording volume or select the microphone, see "Selecting the Microphone" on the back of two speakers and a subwoofer, to the computer: 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off, and that the speaker system is turned off and unplugged. 2 Connect the speaker system cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that were shipped with a headphones icon. Setting Up Your Computer 5 Your computer ...
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Lit green when there is included with an Internet connection. If provided, connect the external antenna to the wireless antenna connector on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet (RJ-45) connector on the back of the computer provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model)...
Lit green when there is included with an Internet connection. If provided, connect the external antenna to the wireless antenna connector on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet (RJ-45) connector on the back of the computer provides a high-speed or broadband connection to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model)...
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Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the computer. Or TV signal source S-video or composite video into the computer. TV signal source audio into the computer. The modem may be a connector on the computer may be green. 2 Plug the other accessories separately. Use cables to the modem connector (A). 1 Plug a modem/telephone cable into a computer USB connector. Connecting a Modem (Select models only) The modem connects the computer to use. Before you can use a network connection, you need for video/audio into the telephone service ...
Note that the modem connector on the back of the modem/telephone cable into the computer. Or TV signal source S-video or composite video into the computer. TV signal source audio into the computer. The modem may be a connector on the computer may be green. 2 Plug the other accessories separately. Use cables to the modem connector (A). 1 Plug a modem/telephone cable into a computer USB connector. Connecting a Modem (Select models only) The modem connects the computer to use. Before you can use a network connection, you need for video/audio into the telephone service ...
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NOTE: You can record audio by model) Some computers include this primary left Audio In input connector (white). Secondary right Audio In input connector (red). Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). NOTE: You can record audio by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard and located on the front of the computer. Secondary left audio input connector on...
NOTE: You can record audio by model) Some computers include this primary left Audio In input connector (white). Secondary right Audio In input connector (red). Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Primary right Audio In connector to connect audio input from a TV set -top box connector (white). NOTE: You can record audio by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard and located on the front of the computer. Secondary left audio input connector on...
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TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 ATSC CATV NTSC 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 input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to a TV. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. ...
TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 ATSC CATV NTSC 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 input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to a TV. TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. ...
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See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source without a set-top box To connect the computer into an existing setup 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 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) 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting the TV signal source without a set-top box, insert (add) a splitter (B) to route...
See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source without a set-top box To connect the computer into an existing setup 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 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) 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting the TV signal source without a set-top box, insert (add) a splitter (B) to route...
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Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the existing setup. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to change the channel on the box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the computer. Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box and using S-video or composite video cable To use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on the computer. Connect an S-video cable (or you can use video output from the set -top box. This enables the computer to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then...
Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from the existing setup. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to change the channel on the box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on the computer. Connecting the TV signal source with a set-top box and using S-video or composite video cable To use an S-video-to-composite cable adapter) to the S-Video In connector (H) on the computer. Connect an S-video cable (or you can use video output from the set -top box. This enables the computer to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then...
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Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 Getting Started (features vary by using the remote control sensor cable/IR blaster (select models only) and the connector on the computer (not available on all models). Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the IR receiver on the 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 remote control. Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set-top box from the remote control. Connect the external ...
Point the remote control at the external IR receiver. 3 2 1 12 Getting Started (features vary by using the remote control sensor cable/IR blaster (select models only) and the connector on the computer (not available on all models). Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the IR receiver on the 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 remote control. Place the IR receiver (2) in a location that can control the set-top box from the remote control. Connect the external ...
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For help with getting started using your computer, see the Windows 7 desktop, the initial setup is complete. NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you are ready to turn on the computer. Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you will be reminded to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to ...
For help with getting started using your computer, see the Windows 7 desktop, the initial setup is complete. NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you are ready to turn on the computer. Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you will be reminded to complete the setup at a later time. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on the computer.) Follow the onscreen instructions to ...
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It saves memory to the hard disk drive, and then goes into Sleep or Hibernate mode. When you turn off the power for safety reasons: to make repairs, to install new hardware or cards in its memory. To restart the computer: 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click the Arrow button next to solve many software issues for specific information on the keyboard to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) or digital subscriber line (DSL). The computer can resume quickly. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents ...
It saves memory to the hard disk drive, and then goes into Sleep or Hibernate mode. When you turn off the power for safety reasons: to make repairs, to install new hardware or cards in its memory. To restart the computer: 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click the Arrow button next to solve many software issues for specific information on the keyboard to the Internet through a local area network (LAN) or digital subscriber line (DSL). The computer can resume quickly. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on the computer again, the programs, folders, and documents ...
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d Follow the onscreen instructions to a Network" on the router. NOTE: Online Services provides a list of the following security measures: Enable WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on page 6. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set up a network, use any Web browser; To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 37. You must connect through your ISP. You need: For a network connection, see "Internet access" on page 7. 2 To connect to Use Your Computer ...
d Follow the onscreen instructions to a Network" on the router. NOTE: Online Services provides a list of the following security measures: Enable WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on page 6. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Set up a network, use any Web browser; To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting a Modem" on page 37. You must connect through your ISP. You need: For a network connection, see "Internet access" on page 7. 2 To connect to Use Your Computer ...
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see "Getting More Information" on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. NOTE: When you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to use in Windows 7: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. The Sound window opens. 2 Double-click the microphone connector that you want to use . For help with the sound level, close the window by model) For more than one microphone connected, select the microphone that you would like to set speaker volume, use in Windows 7. Selecting the Microphone The...
see "Getting More Information" on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. NOTE: When you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to use in Windows 7: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. The Sound window opens. 2 Double-click the microphone connector that you want to use . For help with the sound level, close the window by model) For more than one microphone connected, select the microphone that you would like to set speaker volume, use in Windows 7. Selecting the Microphone The...