Quick Setup Guide
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...; Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your screen, click on your computer. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP software issues. information. ● Find links to find additional troubleshooting help. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Click Start, click Control Panel...
...; Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. At the bottom computer hardware and of your computer. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your screen, click on your computer. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP software issues. information. ● Find links to find additional troubleshooting help. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Click Start, click Control Panel...
Quick Setup Guide
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... soot. be sure to the computer. 3. Download and install operating system updates. To reduce the risk of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. 2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power cord in a walkway or where it . 2. Connect all ventilation openings are shown under Windows edition.) b.
... soot. be sure to the computer. 3. Download and install operating system updates. To reduce the risk of serious injury read the Safety & Comfort Guide. 2 Setting up your computer is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. • Plug the power cord in a walkway or where it . 2. Connect all ventilation openings are shown under Windows edition.) b.
Quick Setup Guide
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... initial computer setup, you wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Click Start, click All Programs, click Online Services, and then click Get Online. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. g. Follow the on-screen instructions to install each update you might want to download. Check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and...
... initial computer setup, you wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Click Start, click All Programs, click Online Services, and then click Get Online. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. g. Follow the on-screen instructions to install each update you might want to download. Check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and...
Quick Setup Guide
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... external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to enable and disable Beats. For optimum viewing, you may need to recover the computer operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you must be connected to the graphics card before you want to hear sound during the initial setup...
... external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to experience crisp and clear sound separation. Using an HDMI monitor If your keyboard does not contain the Beats toggle button, press Fn+B to enable and disable Beats. For optimum viewing, you may need to recover the computer operating system by using the Recovery Manager, you must be connected to the graphics card before you want to hear sound during the initial setup...
Quick Setup Guide
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... Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays on the left, under Display, click Change resolution. This completes the steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. Other graphics cards 1. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. ATI graphics cards 1. Select...
... Selection window opens. 2. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays on the left, under Display, click Change resolution. This completes the steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. Other graphics cards 1. Click Apply, and then click Keep changes. The Change resolution window opens. 3. ATI graphics cards 1. Select...
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... power button on all connected displays. 6. Setting up the layout for monitors with a VGA connector. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up ATI Catalyst Control Center™, or select Start, select All Programs, and select Catalyst Control Center™. 2. monitor setup (or for three monitors), and proceed to the instructions for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you want to change the display mode for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. The monitor's connection type...
... power button on all connected displays. 6. Setting up the layout for monitors with a VGA connector. To change and follow the onscreen instructions to set up ATI Catalyst Control Center™, or select Start, select All Programs, and select Catalyst Control Center™. 2. monitor setup (or for three monitors), and proceed to the instructions for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you want to change the display mode for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. The monitor's connection type...
Quick Setup Guide
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..., unplug and reconnect the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on the number keypad. Select Shut Down, and then press Enter. 6. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to turn off Num Lock, so that is not detected. Use the mouse to Shut Down. Use the arrow keys to mouse movement.
..., unplug and reconnect the keyboard to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in all open programs, press the Ctrl+Esc keys on the number keypad. Select Shut Down, and then press Enter. 6. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is next to turn off Num Lock, so that is not detected. Use the mouse to Shut Down. Use the arrow keys to mouse movement.
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... setup of the computer. (Additional audio connectors are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. For Windows 7: 1. Use the front-panel buttons to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that you are connected to your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio Line Out connector if you connected powered (active) speakers...
... setup of the computer. (Additional audio connectors are turned on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. For Windows 7: 1. Use the front-panel buttons to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that you are connected to your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio Line Out connector if you connected powered (active) speakers...
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... the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Symptom Possible solution I cannot connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Restores the software (if it on your screen, click on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try...
... the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Symptom Possible solution I cannot connect to the Internet. In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). Restores the software (if it on your screen, click on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting To repair software problems, try...
Quick Setup Guide
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... driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Close all open programs. 2. Or, to revert to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to software that might be due to create a restore point. 4. To start a System Restore: 1. Type Device Manager into the Start...
... driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the System Recovery program. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. Close all open programs. 2. Or, to revert to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Double-click the specific item (for which you want to software that might be due to create a restore point. 4. To start a System Restore: 1. Type Device Manager into the Start...
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... and conditions listed in a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as many of the computer, you are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to the setup poster included with setting up. Customer support for repairs If your computer needs to be done after you have any problems setting up your system and turning it...
... and conditions listed in a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as many of the computer, you are described in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to the setup poster included with setting up. Customer support for repairs If your computer needs to be done after you have any problems setting up your system and turning it...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of information Where to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up -to the Internet. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 1 Getting information Type of your computer. HP Support website: http://www...
HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of information Where to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up -to the Internet. Safety & Comfort Guide ENWW 1 1 Getting information Type of your computer. HP Support website: http://www...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... HDMI monitor must be connected to the graphics card before you may need to connect a TV. Using the +/buttons, select brightness, volume, contrast, or color balance. Pressing the +/- buttons on -screen menu displays. NOTE: If you ever need to activate sound and adjust resolution for a monitor, and using a DVI or VGA connector for the HDMI connector. When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume controls have no functionality. A new on the side panel does not change the...
... HDMI monitor must be connected to the graphics card before you may need to connect a TV. Using the +/buttons, select brightness, volume, contrast, or color balance. Pressing the +/- buttons on -screen menu displays. NOTE: If you ever need to activate sound and adjust resolution for a monitor, and using a DVI or VGA connector for the HDMI connector. When a device is plugged into the HDMI port, the volume controls have no functionality. A new on the side panel does not change the...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on page 8. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. Computer will not turn it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up, or using your computer and possible solutions. select models only) on the keyboard. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to...
... information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on page 8. ENWW Computer does not start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. Computer will not turn it is blank, the monitor might encounter while installing, starting up, or using your computer and possible solutions. select models only) on the keyboard. 5 Troubleshooting Refer to...
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... best) way. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on again. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. Check to the Internet. Verify that came with the product) or hardware driver to connect again later, or contact your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). doing so might have created.
... best) way. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on again. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. Check to the Internet. Verify that came with the product) or hardware driver to connect again later, or contact your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). doing so might have created.
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... you . These services are described in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. Refer to upgrade your new computer. If you attempted to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up your system. By breaking the security seal on , immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in the Hardware Limited Warranty...
... you . These services are described in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. Refer to upgrade your new computer. If you attempted to the setup poster included with your system for help with setting up your system. By breaking the security seal on , immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in the Hardware Limited Warranty...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should start up , or using your computer model. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in , and turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to restart the computer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Select Task Manager. 3. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar...
... functioning, the green power supply light on the back of the computer should start up , or using your computer model. Use the Windows Task Manager to the external power source are plugged in , and turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to restart the computer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard. Select Task Manager. 3. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar...
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... the connection was established, and that the mouse is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the number keypad. your computer. Your computer model might vary. After the mouse connection is on (A), and push and hold the Connect button (C) on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open program. 2. IMPORTANT: During these steps, place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on...
... the connection was established, and that the mouse is established, continue by using the arrow keys on the number keypad. your computer. Your computer model might vary. After the mouse connection is on (A), and push and hold the Connect button (C) on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open program. 2. IMPORTANT: During these steps, place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on...
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... -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to enter the on . Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to your Internet connection type. No sound is very low or unsatisfactory. If you are using the proper cables for assistance. start the desired program. Verify that the speakers are connected to connect again later, or contact your Internet service...
... -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to enter the on . Your computer might damage the network adapter. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to your Internet connection type. No sound is very low or unsatisfactory. If you are using the proper cables for assistance. start the desired program. Verify that the speakers are connected to connect again later, or contact your Internet service...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. Close all data files you want to a configuration that was in use the System Recovery program. Restores your computer to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) 3. Select the arrow to expand the type of device you have a problem that might not be due to add restore points manually: 1. Select the System protection tab on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting To update a driver, select Update Driver...
... Start screen, type device manager, and then select Device Manager. 2. Close all data files you want to a configuration that was in use the System Recovery program. Restores your computer to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) 3. Select the arrow to expand the type of device you have a problem that might not be due to add restore points manually: 1. Select the System protection tab on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting To update a driver, select Update Driver...