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... Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
... Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
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...included with your computer model. Watch and record TV programs on the computer. Learn about using HP TouchSmart features. Use the Windows Media Center remote control (select models only). Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording TV guide Tap the Windows Vista..., tap Help and Support, and then tap the User Guides icon. Upgrade or replace components of information Set up your HP TouchSmart PC. Order parts and find Setup poster How-to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Find computer warranty information. Find features of the computer...
...included with your computer model. Watch and record TV programs on the computer. Learn about using HP TouchSmart features. Use the Windows Media Center remote control (select models only). Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording TV guide Tap the Windows Vista..., tap Help and Support, and then tap the User Guides icon. Upgrade or replace components of information Set up your HP TouchSmart PC. Order parts and find Setup poster How-to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Find computer warranty information. Find features of the computer...
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...Once you turn it on, it will run on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with your computer. To download the tool, visit www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor 18 Getting Started ...(Features may not be compatible with the operating system.* Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware To find detailed instructions on your computer. By default, Ambient Light is on: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, ...
...Once you turn it on, it will run on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with your computer. To download the tool, visit www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor 18 Getting Started ...(Features may not be compatible with the operating system.* Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware To find detailed instructions on your computer. By default, Ambient Light is on: 1 Tap the Windows Vista start button, ...
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... updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
... updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
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... Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
... Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
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.... Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. Order parts and find Setup poster How-to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Upgrade or replace components of your computer model. Find computer warranty information. Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide vi... then tap Help and Support. Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording TV guide Tap the Windows Vista start button™ , tap Help and Support, ® and then tap the User Guides icon. Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Type of information Set...
.... Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer. Order parts and find Setup poster How-to videos about HP TouchSmart and other software. Upgrade or replace components of your computer model. Find computer warranty information. Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide vi... then tap Help and Support. Upgrading and Servicing Guide NOTE: If this guide) Watching and Recording TV guide Tap the Windows Vista start button™ , tap Help and Support, ® and then tap the User Guides icon. Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Type of information Set...
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... goes into sleep mode. Check with your hardware and software manufacturer to ensure compatibility with your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to turn it on, it off , and on the computer. Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can change the color or intensity of ambient light when the computer is on . 2...the color spectrum, or by tapping toward the top or toward the bottom of the computer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with the operating system.* Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware To find detailed instructions on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for...
... goes into sleep mode. Check with your hardware and software manufacturer to ensure compatibility with your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to turn it on, it off , and on the computer. Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can change the color or intensity of ambient light when the computer is on . 2...the color spectrum, or by tapping toward the top or toward the bottom of the computer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with the operating system.* Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware To find detailed instructions on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for...
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... updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
... updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
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... the screws. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before you decide to upgrade or service the computer, refer to http://www.hp.com/support for product information. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive ...in personal injury or equipment damage. Failure to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Write down and save the computer model and serial numbers, all installed options, and other information about the computer. These...
... the screws. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before you decide to upgrade or service the computer, refer to http://www.hp.com/support for product information. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive ...in personal injury or equipment damage. Failure to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Write down and save the computer model and serial numbers, all installed options, and other information about the computer. These...
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... evaluated for connection to an "IT" power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to the earth, according to locate components of the HP TouchSmart PC. A B C H D G E F A: Pocket media drive bay B: Optical disc drive slot C: Back cover D: Computer stand G: Hard drive/...memory cover E: Power adapter connector H: Connector cover F: Wireless keyboard and mouse receiver 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide WARNING: Take care when lifting or moving your system to the electrical power system. Locating Components Refer to the ...
... evaluated for connection to an "IT" power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to the earth, according to locate components of the HP TouchSmart PC. A B C H D G E F A: Pocket media drive bay B: Optical disc drive slot C: Back cover D: Computer stand G: Hard drive/...memory cover E: Power adapter connector H: Connector cover F: Wireless keyboard and mouse receiver 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide WARNING: Take care when lifting or moving your system to the electrical power system. Locating Components Refer to the ...
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... system components to cool before touching them. 3 After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter (A) from the HP TouchSmart PC. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. 2 Tap the...damage, always complete the following steps in order, when opening the HP TouchSmart PC. 1 Remove all media and external devices (CDs, DVDs, memory cards, USB devices, pocket media drive, and external hard disk drives) from the back of the HP TouchSmart PC. A Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3
... system components to cool before touching them. 3 After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter (A) from the HP TouchSmart PC. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. 2 Tap the...damage, always complete the following steps in order, when opening the HP TouchSmart PC. 1 Remove all media and external devices (CDs, DVDs, memory cards, USB devices, pocket media drive, and external hard disk drives) from the back of the HP TouchSmart PC. A Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3
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HP recommends that you set down on the bottom-left side of the HP TouchSmart PC. 6 Place the computer face-down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from scratches or other attached cables from the back of the cover (A), and then pulling gently. 4 Remove the connector cover by inserting your finger under the gap on a soft flat surface. A 5 Disconnect all other damage. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
HP recommends that you set down on the bottom-left side of the HP TouchSmart PC. 6 Place the computer face-down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from scratches or other attached cables from the back of the cover (A), and then pulling gently. 4 Remove the connector cover by inserting your finger under the gap on a soft flat surface. A 5 Disconnect all other damage. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 Before you can replace. The motherboard contains sockets for specific memory module information and specifications, go to www.hp.com/support CAUTION: Using the wrong type of memory module your computer. A memory module with one or two ...following requirements before removing and replacing the memory module. The HP TouchSmart PC ships with the key slot circled is shown in -line memory modules). Removing and Replacing a Memory Module Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which type and speed of memory module could damage the...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 Before you can replace. The motherboard contains sockets for specific memory module information and specifications, go to www.hp.com/support CAUTION: Using the wrong type of memory module your computer. A memory module with one or two ...following requirements before removing and replacing the memory module. The HP TouchSmart PC ships with the key slot circled is shown in -line memory modules). Removing and Replacing a Memory Module Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which type and speed of memory module could damage the...
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... 8. 2 Align the new memory module with memory of the contacts. If the module slot does not match the socket, turn the memory module over. 10 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Both memory modules can be careful not to touch any of the same type and speed as the module that you removed.... Doing so may damage the module. 1 Remove the memory module. Replacing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your HP TouchSmart PC with the socket, so that the key slot on the connector edge is the same as the memory originally installed. NOTE: The...
... 8. 2 Align the new memory module with memory of the contacts. If the module slot does not match the socket, turn the memory module over. 10 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Both memory modules can be careful not to touch any of the same type and speed as the module that you removed.... Doing so may damage the module. 1 Remove the memory module. Replacing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your HP TouchSmart PC with the socket, so that the key slot on the connector edge is the same as the memory originally installed. NOTE: The...
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... the internal system components to load the factory-installed files. Failure to the Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide included with your HP TouchSmart PC. For details about the recovery procedure, refer to do so may result in data loss. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the... EMI shield (A), and then lift the shield up any personal files on page 1. Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can replace or upgrade the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable. See "Start...
... the internal system components to load the factory-installed files. Failure to the Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide included with your HP TouchSmart PC. For details about the recovery procedure, refer to do so may result in data loss. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the... EMI shield (A), and then lift the shield up any personal files on page 1. Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can replace or upgrade the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable. See "Start...