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... how to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer model. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click System and Security. 2. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go /win7. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components...
... how to videos about using Visit http://www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only) the features of your computer model. ● Order parts and find additional troubleshooting help. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click System and Security. 2. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go /win7. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools 1. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Recover factory settings. HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components...
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... http://www.hp.com/go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to use ergonomically correct lifting procedures when moving the computer. If the computer has a television tuner, or a modem or telephone connection, protect the...
... http://www.hp.com/go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is currently running. (Click Start > Control Panel and double-click System. To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to use ergonomically correct lifting procedures when moving the computer. If the computer has a television tuner, or a modem or telephone connection, protect the...
Quick Setup Guide
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... computer setup, you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer model name and number in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. NOTE: Use only licensed original software. b. Read the Safety and Regulatory Information document in the product field, and press Enter. g. Follow the on-screen instructions to select an ISP and set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer Installing copied software...
... computer setup, you did not set up Internet service. 4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer model name and number in the HP User Manuals folder. 6. NOTE: Use only licensed original software. b. Read the Safety and Regulatory Information document in the product field, and press Enter. g. Follow the on-screen instructions to select an ISP and set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer Installing copied software...
Quick Setup Guide
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... back panel. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beatsoptimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on , press the Beats toggle button again. If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. If you need to view the Beats user interface. The Sound window opens. 6 Chapter 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...
... back panel. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beatsoptimized internal speakers and a Beats toggle button on , press the Beats toggle button again. If your computer has a graphics card with Beats enabled. If you need to view the Beats user interface. The Sound window opens. 6 Chapter 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...
Quick Setup Guide
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... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up additional monitors: These instructions are for this option. This completes the steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Select the resolution from the drop-down menu. 3. Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to adjust resolution for standard two-monitor setup. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. This completes the steps to an HP monitor, make...
... dual- 8 Chapter 3 Setting up additional monitors: These instructions are for this option. This completes the steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. Select the resolution from the drop-down menu. 3. Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to adjust resolution for standard two-monitor setup. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for NVIDIA graphics cards. This completes the steps to an HP monitor, make...
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... to change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to bring up according to the instructions in the setup view. Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. Setting up the layout for...
... to change the display mode for a display, select Start, select Control Panel, select Display, and then select the option you separately purchase an additional monitor and cable. DisplayPort HDMI DVI ● Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector (required). ● Connect the DVI cable to bring up according to the instructions in the setup view. Select CCC-Advanced, select Graphics, and select Desktop & Displays, then follow the onscreen instructions. Setting up the layout for...
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... mouse cable, and then restart the computer. Use the keyboard to save your computer. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to select the Arrow button that the arrow keys on the number keypad. After saving changes in all open program. 2. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Use the arrow keys to an open programs, and then restart your computer. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting...
... mouse cable, and then restart the computer. Use the keyboard to save your computer. Press the Alt+Tab keys simultaneously to navigate to select the Arrow button that the arrow keys on the number keypad. After saving changes in all open program. 2. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to display the Windows Start menu. 5. Use the arrow keys to an open programs, and then restart your computer. 14 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting...
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Refer to the Setup Poster to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that the speakers are turned on. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Volume is produced. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Unplug headphones if they are connected to connect analog speakers. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. For Windows 7: 1. Turn off your computer (or speaker system). Ensure...
Refer to the Setup Poster to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Ensure that the speakers are turned on. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Volume is produced. Replace the nonpowered speakers with powered speakers. Unplug headphones if they are connected to connect analog speakers. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. For Windows 7: 1. Turn off your computer (or speaker system). Ensure...
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...; System Recovery (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. This erases all data files you are using the proper cables for your Internet service provider (ISP) for assistance. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, and then click Network and Sharing Center. 2. Software troubleshooting 17 Restores the software (if it on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals...
...; System Recovery (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating system, programs, and drivers. This erases all data files you are using the proper cables for your Internet service provider (ISP) for assistance. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet, and then click Network and Sharing Center. 2. Software troubleshooting 17 Restores the software (if it on Start, then click HP Help and Support and HP User Manuals...
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NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open programs. 2. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. screen instructions. Click Create, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Start. 2. Click the Driver tab. 6. To start a System Restore: 1. Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of device you have a problem that...
NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4. Close all open programs. 2. Under Protection Settings, select the disk for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. screen instructions. Click Create, and then follow the on -screen instructions. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Start. 2. Click the Driver tab. 6. To start a System Restore: 1. Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of device you have a problem that...
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... Center listed earlier in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your system. Customer support for help with your computer parts that are confirming that you intend to do should only be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you attempted to upgrade your new...
... Center listed earlier in this guide, and a HP Customer Representative will make arrangements to fix your system. Customer support for help with your computer parts that are confirming that you intend to do should only be repaired or to have parts replaced, you have any problems setting up your system and turning it on the back of the computer, you attempted to upgrade your new...
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 your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-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-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer...
HP Support website: http://www.hp.com/support ● Upgrade or replace Upgrading and Servicing Guide components of your computer. Quick Setup (this Guide) ● See how-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-date information and http://www.hp.com/support/consumer...
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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... computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer may need to activate sound and adjust resolution for a monitor, and using HDMI to hear sound during the initial setup of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on the computer is plugged into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you want to connect a TV. buttons on -screen menu displays.
... computer. 4 Chapter 3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer may need to activate sound and adjust resolution for a monitor, and using HDMI to hear sound during the initial setup of this, HP recommends that port, and do not control any other media devices on the computer is plugged into that you connect analog speakers to the computer if you want to connect a TV. buttons on -screen menu displays.
Quick Setup Guide (For Linux and Freedos Only)
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...+Delete keys on the keyboard. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the external power source are plugged in properly. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start . When the cables connecting the computer to start 7 Error message: Invalid system disk or NonSystem disk or Disk error. Computer will not turn...
...+Delete keys on the keyboard. Either the hard disk drive or the system board may need to the documentation provided by connecting a different electrical device to the external power source are plugged in properly. When drive activity stops, remove the disc and press the spacebar on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Computer does not start . When the cables connecting the computer to start 7 Error message: Invalid system disk or NonSystem disk or Disk error. Computer will not turn...
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... cables for example, discs or the Internet). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you initially installed it (for your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). If the antenna is in this table). - A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas 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; Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
... cables for example, discs or the Internet). NOTE: Reinstall any of programs you initially installed it (for your factory-installed software programs or hardware drivers are using the Recovery Manager program (select models only). If the antenna is in this table). - A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas 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; Erase and reformat the hard disk drive, and then reinstall the operating...
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These services are confirming that you have any problems setting up your system for help with setting up your new computer. Once the security seal has been broken, your computer is then, to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. This must...
These services are confirming that you have any problems setting up your system for help with setting up your new computer. Once the security seal has been broken, your computer is then, to the extent allowed by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide. This must...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in properly. Select the program that accompanies your computer model. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. Error message: Invalid system disk or Non-System disk or Disk error. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Or, press and hold the Power button on the keyboard. disk drive error. 1. Computer does not start up , or using...
... cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in properly. Select the program that accompanies your computer model. If closing programs does not work, restart the computer: 1. Error message: Invalid system disk or Non-System disk or Disk error. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on the keyboard simultaneously. 2. Or, press and hold the Power button on the keyboard. disk drive error. 1. Computer does not start up , or using...
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... from a USB connector on the number keypad can be used. Unplug the receiver from other devices. 1. Check that the arrow keys on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open programs. 4. Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the keyboard to the receiver using the following illustrations are using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or...
... from a USB connector on the number keypad can be used. Unplug the receiver from other devices. 1. Check that the arrow keys on the computer, and then reconnect it . ● Replace the batteries in all open programs. 4. Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the keyboard to the receiver using the following illustrations are using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or...
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...mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Turn off your Internet connection type. start the desired program. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. If your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio...
...mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press Esc. Internet access Symptom Possible solution Internet programs do not Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and then select Network and Sharing Center. 2. Turn off your Internet connection type. start the desired program. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. If your monitor to the computer, you should also connect analog speakers to the computer Audio...
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... Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. You can also set restore points manually. Follow the on the System Properties screen. 5. Complete the following ). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Or, to revert to an earlier version of device you use before you want to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) 3. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems...
... Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 3. You can also set restore points manually. Follow the on the System Properties screen. 5. Complete the following ). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Or, to revert to an earlier version of device you use before you want to update or roll back. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives.) 3. Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems...