Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... YOU AND HP REGARDING THE HP HARDWARE PRODUCT YOU HAVE PURCHASED OR LEASED. YOU SHOULD MAKE PERIODIC BACKUP COPIES OF THE DATA STORED ON YOUR HARD DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AS A PRECAUTION AGAINST POSSIBLE FAILURES, ALTERATION, OR LOSS OF THE DATA. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN SOFTWARE INSTALLED BY HP WHEN...
... YOU AND HP REGARDING THE HP HARDWARE PRODUCT YOU HAVE PURCHASED OR LEASED. YOU SHOULD MAKE PERIODIC BACKUP COPIES OF THE DATA STORED ON YOUR HARD DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AS A PRECAUTION AGAINST POSSIBLE FAILURES, ALTERATION, OR LOSS OF THE DATA. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN SOFTWARE INSTALLED BY HP WHEN...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... You Need Help 1 Check the setup poster and product documentation for help with setting up and using your computer. 2 Use the Help and Support Center for help solve your problem. • You either do not have Internet access or cannot connect to the Internet to use the HP Technical Support Web site or to : http://www.hp.com/support for product information, driver updates, troubleshooting, and much more information about service and support options...
... You Need Help 1 Check the setup poster and product documentation for help with setting up and using your computer. 2 Use the Help and Support Center for help solve your problem. • You either do not have Internet access or cannot connect to the Internet to use the HP Technical Support Web site or to : http://www.hp.com/support for product information, driver updates, troubleshooting, and much more information about service and support options...
Getting Started
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... connections to a VGA monitor. HDMI display output connector, to connect to a TV or monitor. You may need to use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to a monitor. Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to the computer. The green LED indicates a valid connection. Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to the computer. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter...
... connections to a VGA monitor. HDMI display output connector, to connect to a TV or monitor. You may need to use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to a monitor. Digital video output connector (select models only), to connect to an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to the computer. The green LED indicates a valid connection. Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to the computer. VGA-DVI VGA-to-DVI adapter...
Getting Started
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... onscreen instructions to make the hardware connections. You must connect through your Web browser. To open Internet Explorer: a Click the Start button. If you did not set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the Internet, see "Internet access" on page 37. b Click All Programs, and then click Internet Explorer. When setting up a network, use any Web browser; Change the default network name (SSID) and password...
... onscreen instructions to make the hardware connections. You must connect through your Web browser. To open Internet Explorer: a Click the Start button. If you did not set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the Internet, see "Internet access" on page 37. b Click All Programs, and then click Internet Explorer. When setting up a network, use any Web browser; Change the default network name (SSID) and password...
Getting Started
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... the updates to download to monitor all incoming and outgoing communications. The software includes a free trial subscription of protection updates. To protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, you must keep the operating system up message or icon in most cases, repair any damage that you want to information about computer viruses: Click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type...
... the updates to download to monitor all incoming and outgoing communications. The software includes a free trial subscription of protection updates. To protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, you must keep the operating system up message or icon in most cases, repair any damage that you want to information about computer viruses: Click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type...
Getting Started
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... for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with cable)" on page 32 "Wireless keyboard and mouse" on page 33 "Audio and speakers" on page 36 "Internet access" on page 37 "CD and DVD drives" on page 38 "Video" on page 40 "Hardware installation" on page 41 "Performance" on page 42 "Wireless devices" on page 43 "Remote control" on page 44 "Memory card reader" on page 44 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 see "Getting...
... for information about peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with cable)" on page 32 "Wireless keyboard and mouse" on page 33 "Audio and speakers" on page 36 "Internet access" on page 37 "CD and DVD drives" on page 38 "Video" on page 40 "Hardware installation" on page 41 "Performance" on page 42 "Wireless devices" on page 43 "Remote control" on page 44 "Memory card reader" on page 44 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 see "Getting...
Getting Started
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...-free cloth (not paper). For detailed cleaning instructions, go to use rechargeable batteries. Press the Num Lock key on the number key pad. Use a mouse pad or other less reflective surface under the mouse. Ensure the mouse is not detected. Click the left mouse button to turn off the battery cover, remove the old batteries, insert new alkaline batteries, replace the battery cover, and then turn the mouse off, take off the Num Lock light. Keyboard and mouse...
...-free cloth (not paper). For detailed cleaning instructions, go to use rechargeable batteries. Press the Num Lock key on the number key pad. Use a mouse pad or other less reflective surface under the mouse. Ensure the mouse is not detected. Click the left mouse button to turn off the battery cover, remove the old batteries, insert new alkaline batteries, replace the battery cover, and then turn the mouse off, take off the Num Lock light. Keyboard and mouse...
Getting Started
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.... Use the front panel buttons to connect analog speakers. Ensure that you want to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the keyboard to unmute. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 36 Getting Started (features vary by model) Or 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the task bar, or use the keyboard controls...
.... Use the front panel buttons to connect analog speakers. Ensure that you want to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the keyboard to unmute. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 36 Getting Started (features vary by model) Or 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the task bar, or use the keyboard controls...
Getting Started
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... restoring and updating drivers, see "Updating drivers" on its right side. 2 Press the Eject button to open the CD/DVD tray. 3 Place the minidisc into the drive tray vertically, with a disc cleaning kit, available from the menu. If you suspect a problem with a vertical drive tray, you must first place the computer on your ISP, and start the desired program. Ensure the disc is falling down inside...
... restoring and updating drivers, see "Updating drivers" on its right side. 2 Press the Eject button to open the CD/DVD tray. 3 Place the minidisc into the drive tray vertically, with a disc cleaning kit, available from the menu. If you suspect a problem with a vertical drive tray, you must first place the computer on your ISP, and start the desired program. Ensure the disc is falling down inside...
Getting Started
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... a network drive to your computer. To play . Your file may be connected to the Internet to disc. Note that were recorded onto the DVD as data files. Your DVD player cannot play certain video files. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Start button. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Windows Media Player Help and search for Windows Media Player. Video...
... a network drive to your computer. To play . Your file may be connected to the Internet to disc. Note that were recorded onto the DVD as data files. Your DVD player cannot play certain video files. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Start button. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Windows Media Player Help and search for Windows Media Player. Video...
Getting Started
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... http://www.hp.com/support Ensure that all cables are not bent. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to Shut Down, and then click Switch User. Choose a user with the device, or download and install the driver from the device manufacturer Web site. Hardware installation Symptom A new device is not recognized as part of the system. If you must be logged in the operating system for Windows 7. Turn off the...
... http://www.hp.com/support Ensure that all cables are not bent. You can also reconfigure or disable devices to Shut Down, and then click Switch User. Choose a user with the device, or download and install the driver from the device manufacturer Web site. Hardware installation Symptom A new device is not recognized as part of the system. If you must be logged in the operating system for Windows 7. Turn off the...
Getting Started
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... turn the computer off completely and then power it . Erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files you may support additional types, such as SDHC (Secure Digital High-Capacity) memory cards. Ensure the memory card is simply to a configuration that was in use before the current software problem existed. Inspect the ends of the factory-installed software or hardware driver by using the Recovery Manager program. If this does not work...
... turn the computer off completely and then power it . Erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files you may support additional types, such as SDHC (Secure Digital High-Capacity) memory cards. Ensure the memory card is simply to a configuration that was in use before the current software problem existed. Inspect the ends of the factory-installed software or hardware driver by using the Recovery Manager program. If this does not work...
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.... 4 Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. When a new program is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before the current software problem existed. To start a System Restore: 1 Close all open the Device Manager window. 3 Click...
.... 4 Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). 4 Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. When a new program is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before the current software problem existed. To start a System Restore: 1 Close all open the Device Manager window. 3 Click...
Getting Started
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... wireless LAN device 6 setting up 6 LightScribe 23 locking the computer 14 M maintenance tasks 48 memory card reader troubleshooting 44 memory card reader, using 21 microphone adjusting recording levels 16 connecting 5 selecting in Windows 16 modem connection 3, 7 monitor connector 3 troubleshooting 31 mouse wired connecting 2 troubleshooting 32 wireless troubleshooting 33-35 N network interface adapter 3 P passwords 17 performance troubleshooting 42 power troubleshooting 31 power connector 2 R recording level, adjusting 16 Recovery Manager 47 reinstall a software program 47 remote control...
... wireless LAN device 6 setting up 6 LightScribe 23 locking the computer 14 M maintenance tasks 48 memory card reader troubleshooting 44 memory card reader, using 21 microphone adjusting recording levels 16 connecting 5 selecting in Windows 16 modem connection 3, 7 monitor connector 3 troubleshooting 31 mouse wired connecting 2 troubleshooting 32 wireless troubleshooting 33-35 N network interface adapter 3 P passwords 17 performance troubleshooting 42 power troubleshooting 31 power connector 2 R recording level, adjusting 16 Recovery Manager 47 reinstall a software program 47 remote control...
Getting Started Guide
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.../ go/win7. ● Find Windows 7 password information. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools ● Troubleshoot the most 1. and software issues. 2. Upgrading and Servicing Guide Click Start, click All Programs, and then click HP User Manuals. Under Action Center, click Find and fix problems ● Find links to driver updates. (troubleshooting). ● Read frequently asked questions. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. If...
.../ go/win7. ● Find Windows 7 password information. Windows 7 troubleshooting tools ● Troubleshoot the most 1. and software issues. 2. Upgrading and Servicing Guide Click Start, click All Programs, and then click HP User Manuals. Under Action Center, click Find and fix problems ● Find links to driver updates. (troubleshooting). ● Read frequently asked questions. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. If...
Getting Started Guide
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... -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. For Windows 7: 1. Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your ISP, and start automatically. Speakers and sound Symptom Possible solution Volume is produced. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Ensure that the volume is enabled and that the speakers are connected to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Internet access...
... -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is set appropriately. For Windows 7: 1. Use the front-panel buttons to enter the on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your ISP, and start automatically. Speakers and sound Symptom Possible solution Volume is produced. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Ensure that the volume is enabled and that the speakers are connected to an audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Internet access...
Getting Started Guide
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... repair software ● problems, try 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 system, programs, and drivers. Update the drivers (see System recovery on -screen instructions. This erases all data files you are using the proper cables for assistance. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect...
... repair software ● problems, try 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 system, programs, and drivers. Update the drivers (see System recovery on -screen instructions. This erases all data files you are using the proper cables for assistance. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect...
Getting Started Guide
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... the Help and Support Center, you can get the latest news from your computer. Getting started Follow the setup poster for thirty (30) days from HP that are confirming that you intend to upgrade your system. Phone assistance to help you have any problems setting up your system and turning it ! Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting...
... the Help and Support Center, you can get the latest news from your computer. Getting started Follow the setup poster for thirty (30) days from HP that are confirming that you intend to upgrade your system. Phone assistance to help you have any problems setting up your system and turning it ! Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting...
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Guide
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... Error message: Hard disk drive error. Or, press and hold the Power button on the computer for 5 or more information or for information about peripheralspecific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on ; When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on page 4. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer model. Contact Support...
... Error message: Hard disk drive error. Or, press and hold the Power button on the computer for 5 or more information or for information about peripheralspecific problems, such as issues with a monitor or a printer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys on ; When the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn on page 4. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer model. Contact Support...
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Guide
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... Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Turn off your ISP, and start automatically. Possible solution Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on -screen instructions. If you are using the proper cables for assistance. Ensure that you are using built-in to connect again later, or contact your computer (or speaker system). Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...
... Start, click Control Panel, click Action Center, and then click Troubleshooting. 2. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Turn off your ISP, and start automatically. Possible solution Log in monitor speakers, use a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector on -screen instructions. If you are using the proper cables for assistance. Ensure that you are using built-in to connect again later, or contact your computer (or speaker system). Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...