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Table of Contents Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information vi Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 HP TouchSmart PC Features...1 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC 2 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Removing the connector cover 6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC 6 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the ...Wireless Keyboard or Mouse 11 Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse 12 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off 13 Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Changing Power Settings ...14 Connecting to the Internet...14 Setting up...
Table of Contents Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information vi Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 HP TouchSmart PC Features...1 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC 2 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Removing the connector cover 6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC 6 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the ...Wireless Keyboard or Mouse 11 Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse 12 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off 13 Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Changing Power Settings ...14 Connecting to the Internet...14 Setting up...
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... Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 33 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...34 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 36 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 36 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...37 HP TouchSmart Browser ...37 HP TouchSmart Photo...38 HP TouchSmart Music ...38 HP TouchSmart Video ...38 Webcam and Microphone...
... Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 33 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...34 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 36 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 36 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...37 HP TouchSmart Browser ...37 HP TouchSmart Photo...38 HP TouchSmart Music ...38 HP TouchSmart Video ...38 Webcam and Microphone...
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... my homepage view 45 How do I temporarily hide a tile 45 How do I delete a tile from the HP TouchSmart homepage 45 How do I change the icons designating my tiles 45 What is an RSS feed? ...45 How ...do I create (burn) a CD or DVD of my music or photos 50 How do I make a video with HP TouchSmart 50 How do I make a video playlist 51 How do I transfer my videos to my computer 51 How do ... webcam and microphones 52 What is the time limit of my video recordings 52 What is the resolution of the HP TouchSmart webcam 52 How do I make a video chat or a conference call 53 How do I create and save...
... my homepage view 45 How do I temporarily hide a tile 45 How do I delete a tile from the HP TouchSmart homepage 45 How do I change the icons designating my tiles 45 What is an RSS feed? ...45 How ...do I create (burn) a CD or DVD of my music or photos 50 How do I make a video with HP TouchSmart 50 How do I make a video playlist 51 How do I transfer my videos to my computer 51 How do ... webcam and microphones 52 What is the time limit of my video recordings 52 What is the resolution of the HP TouchSmart webcam 52 How do I make a video chat or a conference call 53 How do I create and save...
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... (select models only). Upgrade or replace components of your computer model. Visit hp.com/go/learntouchsmart (English only) HP TouchSmart PC Getting Started guide (this guide is not included with your HP TouchSmart PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording ...Getting Started (Features may vary by model) Connect a television signal. Learn how to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Get technical support. HP Support Web site: http://www.hp.com/support Tap the Windows Vista start button, and then tap Help and Support. Learn about...
... (select models only). Upgrade or replace components of your computer model. Visit hp.com/go/learntouchsmart (English only) HP TouchSmart PC Getting Started guide (this guide is not included with your HP TouchSmart PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording ...Getting Started (Features may vary by model) Connect a television signal. Learn how to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Get technical support. HP Support Web site: http://www.hp.com/support Tap the Windows Vista start button, and then tap Help and Support. Learn about...
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... speeds may vary; Your computer may affect the ability of the computer to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC HP TouchSmart PC Features The HP TouchSmart PC is required to view HD images. If the final specifications differ from the draft ...engaging touch-enabled high-performance computer built into a high-definition* 64.8-cm diagonal widescreen display. do not copy copyright-protected material), HP Pocket Media Drive bay, softwarecontrolled ambient lighting, USB ports, FireWire® (IEEE 1394), media card reader, Brightview display, Wireless ...
... speeds may vary; Your computer may affect the ability of the computer to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC HP TouchSmart PC Features The HP TouchSmart PC is required to view HD images. If the final specifications differ from the draft ...engaging touch-enabled high-performance computer built into a high-definition* 64.8-cm diagonal widescreen display. do not copy copyright-protected material), HP Pocket Media Drive bay, softwarecontrolled ambient lighting, USB ports, FireWire® (IEEE 1394), media card reader, Brightview display, Wireless ...
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...K L N M Item Description A LCD display optimized The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 64.8-cm diagonal for an elegant touch experience. The durable glass panel is all you need to interact with HP BrightView technology.* The HP BrightView technology improves the contrast and clarity of Bluetooth (not visible...by model) NOTE: The display trim around the viewable image is optimized for touch widescreen high-definition display with the HP TouchSmart. This trim does not take away from the viewable image. *High-definition (HD) content is required to Bluetooth-enabled...
...K L N M Item Description A LCD display optimized The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 64.8-cm diagonal for an elegant touch experience. The durable glass panel is all you need to interact with HP BrightView technology.* The HP BrightView technology improves the contrast and clarity of Bluetooth (not visible...by model) NOTE: The display trim around the viewable image is optimized for touch widescreen high-definition display with the HP TouchSmart. This trim does not take away from the viewable image. *High-definition (HD) content is required to Bluetooth-enabled...
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... the Internet through your music, photos, videos, or the Web. J Memory card reader Use the built-in memory card reader to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 3 Works with select models only. Supported formats include xD media (xD), Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), MultiMediaCard ... Use the built-in wireless LAN to connect to one-half meter away from the computer. The HP TouchSmart button cannot turn on your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for your webcam videos, and to use instant messenger or chat software to all Windows Media ...
... the Internet through your music, photos, videos, or the Web. J Memory card reader Use the built-in memory card reader to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 3 Works with select models only. Supported formats include xD media (xD), Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), MultiMediaCard ... Use the built-in wireless LAN to connect to one-half meter away from the computer. The HP TouchSmart button cannot turn on your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for your webcam videos, and to use instant messenger or chat software to all Windows Media ...
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...Started (Features may vary by model) Read and play CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD Audio, DVD+/-R dual layer (DL), DVD-Video, and Video CD. *HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for a powerful media experience when listening to your... and mouse O Internal speakers P Slot-loading optical drive (located on back side panel) Description (continued) Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. Watch your favorite DVD or Blu-ray (select models only) disc, or listen to music or when watching your CD collection. Burn CDs and...
...Started (Features may vary by model) Read and play CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD Audio, DVD+/-R dual layer (DL), DVD-Video, and Video CD. *HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for a powerful media experience when listening to your... and mouse O Internal speakers P Slot-loading optical drive (located on back side panel) Description (continued) Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. Watch your favorite DVD or Blu-ray (select models only) disc, or listen to music or when watching your CD collection. Burn CDs and...
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Change the intensity of light either by tapping at the top or bottom of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model A B C D Connector Function A Ambient light button The HP TouchSmart ambient light casts a colorful glow from the computer base. (select models only) Ambient Light is turned off , low, medium, and so on ambient...
Change the intensity of light either by tapping at the top or bottom of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model A B C D Connector Function A Ambient light button The HP TouchSmart ambient light casts a colorful glow from the computer base. (select models only) Ambient Light is turned off , low, medium, and so on ambient...
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... printers, external hard disk drives, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 6 Getting Started (Features may vary by model A J B K C D E F L G M H I N Item Function A Pocket Media Drive bay Insert an HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately) into place. Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model) The bay door automatically opens inward.
... printers, external hard disk drives, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 6 Getting Started (Features may vary by model A J B K C D E F L G M H I N Item Function A Pocket Media Drive bay Insert an HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately) into place. Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model) The bay door automatically opens inward.
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D Digital audio port Connect to your home theater system or your computer from a video camera, or connect to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 7 J Computer stand Slide stand for using a wireless keyboard and mouse. K Security lock slot Insert a security lock (sold separately), which enables you to secure your ...
D Digital audio port Connect to your home theater system or your computer from a video camera, or connect to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 7 J Computer stand Slide stand for using a wireless keyboard and mouse. K Security lock slot Insert a security lock (sold separately), which enables you to secure your ...
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... disc drive is off, no read /write capacity. Activity LED indicator lights AB C H D E F G The following are the activity indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Event Indicates an event reminder notification has been set from the wireless keyboard and mouse. When the LED is in...
... disc drive is off, no read /write capacity. Activity LED indicator lights AB C H D E F G The following are the activity indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Event Indicates an event reminder notification has been set from the wireless keyboard and mouse. When the LED is in...
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... in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into the back of the cover, and pulling gently. Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 9 Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes a cable-management feature behind the back connector cover. 1 Remove the connector cover on the back of the computer by inserting your...
... in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into the back of the cover, and pulling gently. Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 9 Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes a cable-management feature behind the back connector cover. 1 Remove the connector cover on the back of the computer by inserting your...
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..., manually synchronize them as explained in the next procedure. Using the Wireless Keyboard or Mouse Your wireless keyboard and mouse are easy to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 11 Then, turn on both the keyboard and the mouse. If you want to change the angle of the... HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer, and tilt it snaps into place. Remove the battery tabs on the computer. otherwise the computer will be ...
..., manually synchronize them as explained in the next procedure. Using the Wireless Keyboard or Mouse Your wireless keyboard and mouse are easy to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 11 Then, turn on both the keyboard and the mouse. If you want to change the angle of the... HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer, and tilt it snaps into place. Remove the battery tabs on the computer. otherwise the computer will be ...
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To synchronize them: Make sure the keyboard and mouse are presynchronized to work with your HP TouchSmart PC. It turns off when synchronization is complete. You may vary by model) It turns off when synchronization is complete. A BC If this does not ... the wireless keyboard or mouse if they are not responding. Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse The wireless keyboard and mouse are next to the HP TouchSmart PC, within 30 cm and away from interference from other devices. Keyboard: Press the connect button on the bottom of the mouse (C) for five seconds...
To synchronize them: Make sure the keyboard and mouse are presynchronized to work with your HP TouchSmart PC. It turns off when synchronization is complete. You may vary by model) It turns off when synchronization is complete. A BC If this does not ... the wireless keyboard or mouse if they are not responding. Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse The wireless keyboard and mouse are next to the HP TouchSmart PC, within 30 cm and away from interference from other devices. Keyboard: Press the connect button on the bottom of the mouse (C) for five seconds...
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... the computer is included with select models only. Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC After you finish setting up the computer or put it on.... After you turn on the computer for the first time, and have gone through all the setup wizards, you can use the HP TouchSmart button (B) to launch the TouchSmart window. Complete the initial setup by pressing the Power/Sleep button on the keyboard or the remote control.
... the computer is included with select models only. Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC After you finish setting up the computer or put it on.... After you turn on the computer for the first time, and have gone through all the setup wizards, you can use the HP TouchSmart button (B) to launch the TouchSmart window. Complete the initial setup by pressing the Power/Sleep button on the keyboard or the remote control.
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...computer hardware. In Sleep mode, your computer to memory, and then the computer enters a power-saving state. Connecting to the Internet Your HP TouchSmart PC is designed to support a wireless or wired LAN that connects your work is saved to other devices, such as printers and other end... computer to go to the Internet is now called Sleep in wireless LAN antennas, which requires a separate subscription. For a wireless LAN, the HP TouchSmart PC includes two built-in Microsoft Windows Vista. To change power settings: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next ...
...computer hardware. In Sleep mode, your computer to memory, and then the computer enters a power-saving state. Connecting to the Internet Your HP TouchSmart PC is designed to support a wireless or wired LAN that connects your work is saved to other devices, such as printers and other end... computer to go to the Internet is now called Sleep in wireless LAN antennas, which requires a separate subscription. For a wireless LAN, the HP TouchSmart PC includes two built-in Microsoft Windows Vista. To change power settings: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next ...
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... service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). Internet Wall plug Broadband modem (DSL/cable) Wireless router 5 Configure the HP TouchSmart PC to connect to the network. a Turn on the taskbar, and then select Network and Sharing Center. When the window opens, select Setup ... here. Getting to the network (optional). This may be with a coaxial cable. Or Right-click the Network icon on your HP TouchSmart PC to the wireless network: Right-click the Network icon on the manufacturer. NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending...
... service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). Internet Wall plug Broadband modem (DSL/cable) Wireless router 5 Configure the HP TouchSmart PC to connect to the network. a Turn on the taskbar, and then select Network and Sharing Center. When the window opens, select Setup ... here. Getting to the network (optional). This may be with a coaxial cable. Or Right-click the Network icon on your HP TouchSmart PC to the wireless network: Right-click the Network icon on the manufacturer. NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending...
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... Internet Wall plug Back of the computer, behind the connector cover. NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the HP TouchSmart PC is required. Setting up a wired home network First-time wired network installation requires that you: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service ... close the back connector cover. For clean cable management, route the cable through the cable router clip on the back of the HP TouchSmart PC Broadband modem (DSL/cable) Configurations vary by model 16 Getting Started (Features may be provided by model) If you want ...
... Internet Wall plug Back of the computer, behind the connector cover. NOTE: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary, depending on the HP TouchSmart PC is required. Setting up a wired home network First-time wired network installation requires that you: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service ... close the back connector cover. For clean cable management, route the cable through the cable router clip on the back of the HP TouchSmart PC Broadband modem (DSL/cable) Configurations vary by model 16 Getting Started (Features may be provided by model) If you want ...
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... power from the broadband modem and the router, and then shut down your HP TouchSmart PC and the computers you can connect all kinds of Bluetooth-enabled wireless devices. c Reconnect power to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 17 Bluetooth devices create a personal area network (PAN), which connects other... end of the HP TouchSmart PC are Bluetooth-enabled, so you want to add to your network. Click Add....
... power from the broadband modem and the router, and then shut down your HP TouchSmart PC and the computers you can connect all kinds of Bluetooth-enabled wireless devices. c Reconnect power to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 17 Bluetooth devices create a personal area network (PAN), which connects other... end of the HP TouchSmart PC are Bluetooth-enabled, so you want to add to your network. Click Add....