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...For more information. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...information on the hard drive. To address these issues, refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&...
...For more information. Over time, the hard drive file structure becomes fragmented due to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...information on the hard drive. To address these issues, refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro dTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=4138624&prodNameId=4138625&...
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... 4 NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... 4 NO Extensive/Long Diagnostic Test will run YES Does the drive fail the Diagnostic test? slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
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... Windows® features. Best practices 1 TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from all over the world? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can create a powerful presentation with deep controlled base and clear,...23. ● Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. For more HP resources. Fun things to a network on the computer. See details in Connecting to do with the computer hardware and software. See Using ...
... Windows® features. Best practices 1 TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from all over the world? Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen. ● If you can create a powerful presentation with deep controlled base and clear,...23. ● Use the TouchPad and the new Windows 8 touch gestures for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. For more HP resources. Fun things to a network on the computer. See details in Connecting to do with the computer hardware and software. See Using ...
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... Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your computer and/or on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://www.hp.com/support. Contents ● Overview of computer setup and features. ● Overview of using and navigating ...where the warranty is not provided in the box. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your language, go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide, select the...
... Warranty applicable to your product located with the user guides on your computer and/or on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to http://www.hp.com/support. Contents ● Overview of computer setup and features. ● Overview of using and navigating ...where the warranty is not provided in the box. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your language, go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. In some countries/regions, HP may request a printed copy from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Safety & Comfort Guide To access this guide, select the...
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Locating software ▲ To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the Apps, and then select the All apps icon. Front ... to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2.
Locating software ▲ To find out what software is installed on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click using the mouse or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the Apps, and then select the All apps icon. Front ... to know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2.
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...of streaming video. Display Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam. (4) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. For optimal transmission, keep ...to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from obstructions. To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. Display 7
...of streaming video. Display Component Description (1) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (2) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam. (4) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to your country or region. For optimal transmission, keep ...to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antennas are not visible from obstructions. To access this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides. Display 7
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NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer For more information, see Edge swipes on the screen. Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on page 33. Functions like the right button on .
NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer For more information, see Edge swipes on the screen. Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on page 33. Functions like the right button on .
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... state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn off the computer. From the Start screen, type p. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down briefly to exit Hibernation.
... state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn off the computer. From the Start screen, type p. 2. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down briefly to exit Hibernation.
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... know your computer Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Returns you to the Start screen from an open Beats Audio Control Panel from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Enables or disables Beats Audio...
... know your computer Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. Returns you to the Start screen from an open Beats Audio Control Panel from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Enables or disables Beats Audio...
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... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Component (5) (6) Description Wireless module compartment Holds the wireless local area network (WLAN) device.
... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Component (5) (6) Description Wireless module compartment Holds the wireless local area network (WLAN) device.
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... networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. All of the wireless devices on the model. For more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights...
... networks, wireless LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public places such as airports, restaurants, coffee shops, hotels, and universities. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. All of the wireless devices on the model. For more wireless devices, and one or two wireless lights...
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.... ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and wired computers to a wireless network 17 From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: Your ISP will give you must connect to use operating system controls: 1. Using a WLAN With a WLAN ...Record this information and store it in the search box, and the select Network and Sharing Center. For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access...
.... ● A home or small office WLAN typically uses a wireless router, which allows several wireless and wired computers to a wireless network 17 From the Start screen, type n, and then select Settings. 2. NOTE: Your ISP will give you must connect to use operating system controls: 1. Using a WLAN With a WLAN ...Record this information and store it in the search box, and the select Network and Sharing Center. For more information, from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. Using an Internet service provider When you are linked by a wireless router or a wireless access...
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... your ISP. Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be...
... your ISP. Setting up a WLAN To set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. 18 Chapter 3 Connecting to a network Wireless radio signals travel outside the network, so other WLAN devices can be...
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From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external ...models, high-definition devices. Or, to make your computer. Multimedia Features Here are some of applications. Provides superior bass sound. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Internal microphones (2) Webcam light HP TrueVision HD Webcam Integrated subwoofer USB 2.0 port Description Record sound. Connects an optional USB device. On: The webcam is in use. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use...
From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of the entertainment features on your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external ...models, high-definition devices. Or, to make your computer. Multimedia Features Here are some of applications. Provides superior bass sound. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Internal microphones (2) Webcam light HP TrueVision HD Webcam Integrated subwoofer USB 2.0 port Description Record sound. Connects an optional USB device. On: The webcam is in use. 4 Enjoying entertainment features Use...
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...your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications. WARNING! You can stream video with the fn key.... putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Produces sound when connected to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. 22 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Component (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) Description USB...
...your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications. WARNING! You can stream video with the fn key.... putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone) jack Produces sound when connected to Help and Support. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. 22 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Component (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) Description USB...
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... web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. Using audio On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Connecting...
... web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. Using audio On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Hardware and Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control Panel. Connecting...
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...sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected... to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. Most computers have questions. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or...
...sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder. 2. To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Using video Your HP computer is a powerful video device that the external device is connected... to connect a high-definition monitor or TV. Most computers have questions. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the computer screen image on an external VGA monitor or...
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...and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you press f4, the display state changes. Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution for best results. Using video 25 Select Appearance and Personalization. To connect an HDMI device to the VGA port on the computer as ...shown. 2. Each time you need an HDMI cable, sold separately. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of applications. Connect the VGA cable from the list of the external device, especially if you choose the "Extend" option. To connect a...
...and then select Control Panel from the monitor or projector to your computer, you press f4, the display state changes. Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution for best results. Using video 25 Select Appearance and Personalization. To connect an HDMI device to the VGA port on the computer as ...shown. 2. Each time you need an HDMI cable, sold separately. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of applications. Connect the VGA cable from the list of the external device, especially if you choose the "Extend" option. To connect a...
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... TV or monitor. 3. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the cable to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external ...device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on HDMI audio by following these steps: 1. Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution for best results. Configuring audio settings ...
... TV or monitor. 3. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the cable to alternate the computer screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external ...device. ● Extend: View the screen image extended across both the computer and external device. ● Second screen only: View the screen image on HDMI audio by following these steps: 1. Under Display, select Adjust screen resolution for best results. Configuring audio settings ...
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... turned on. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To open CyberLink Power DVD from the computer Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the Start screen, type w, and then select Intel WiDi. For details about using the wireless adapter, see the PowerDVD software Help.
... turned on. For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the manufacturer's instructions. ▲ To open CyberLink Power DVD from the computer Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the Start screen, type w, and then select Intel WiDi. For details about using the wireless adapter, see the PowerDVD software Help.