PC Basics Guide
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... your PC safe. Install critical updates to display the Windows Update home page. The virus-scanning software program on the hard disk drive. After you enable the virus-scanning program, it checks your PC files for an initial period after the initial free period expires. You should take the following precautions to install required software or controls. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that you open Windows Update, click Start...
... your PC safe. Install critical updates to display the Windows Update home page. The virus-scanning software program on the hard disk drive. After you enable the virus-scanning program, it checks your PC files for an initial period after the initial free period expires. You should take the following precautions to install required software or controls. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that you open Windows Update, click Start...
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... 42 PC Basics Guide monitor changing resolution, 13 changing where desktop displays, 13 selecting, 13 mouse autoscroll feature, 8 buttons, 7 double-click, 7 left-handed, 8 optical, 6 panning feature, 8 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 scrolling, 7 using , 19 programs, uninstalling, 38 See turning off , 4 performance improving PC, 37 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using , 6 wireless, 7 multi-channel speakers, 14 Mute button, 12 N Net. See hibernation mode standby mode, about, 4 standby mode, automatic, 5 standby mode, manual, 4 turning off PC operating...
... 42 PC Basics Guide monitor changing resolution, 13 changing where desktop displays, 13 selecting, 13 mouse autoscroll feature, 8 buttons, 7 double-click, 7 left-handed, 8 optical, 6 panning feature, 8 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 scrolling, 7 using , 19 programs, uninstalling, 38 See turning off , 4 performance improving PC, 37 pointer speed, adjusting, 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using , 6 wireless, 7 multi-channel speakers, 14 Mute button, 12 N Net. See hibernation mode standby mode, about, 4 standby mode, automatic, 5 standby mode, manual, 4 turning off PC operating...
HP Media Center PC - Software Guide
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... hard disk drive such as a slideshow with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is not available in use, and then you are doing something else. ■ Open specific windows in the PC documentation, such as speakers and TV tuners are for select models only. Instant messaging (Internet service required) may not be supported in all countries/regions. n If your PC came with music. n Some of the components listed in Media Center...
... hard disk drive such as a slideshow with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is not available in use, and then you are doing something else. ■ Open specific windows in the PC documentation, such as speakers and TV tuners are for select models only. Instant messaging (Internet service required) may not be supported in all countries/regions. n If your PC came with music. n Some of the components listed in Media Center...
HP Media Center PC - Software Guide
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... reset Start Page defaults. ■ Parental Controls to block unwanted TV channels and block unwanted TV and movie ratings, change access code, and reset parental controls. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. To change your Media Center settings: 1 Press the Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click Start on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup...
... reset Start Page defaults. ■ Parental Controls to block unwanted TV channels and block unwanted TV and movie ratings, change access code, and reset parental controls. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. To change your Media Center settings: 1 Press the Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click Start on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide (Refurbished Desktops)
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... Replacement Warranty Service (Displays ONLY) Your HP Limited Warranty may involve performing routine diagnostic procedures, installing software updates or patches, removing third party options and/or substituting options. On receiving the replacement unit you must: (a) have a representative present when HP provides warranty services at its reasonable security requirements, provide HP with sufficient, free, and safe access to and use of additional support and service coverage for most HP-branded options (HP Options) are as set...
... Replacement Warranty Service (Displays ONLY) Your HP Limited Warranty may involve performing routine diagnostic procedures, installing software updates or patches, removing third party options and/or substituting options. On receiving the replacement unit you must: (a) have a representative present when HP provides warranty services at its reasonable security requirements, provide HP with sufficient, free, and safe access to and use of additional support and service coverage for most HP-branded options (HP Options) are as set...
HP Media Center PC - Getting Started Guide
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... be set up the PC, the Norton Internet Security Information Wizard helps you already have Internet Explorer. If Internet service was not set up now using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide For information about using the Easy Internet Sign-up or the Internet Services wizard (select models only). 3 Click Start on the desktop. 6 Open your PC and...
... be set up the PC, the Norton Internet Security Information Wizard helps you already have Internet Explorer. If Internet service was not set up now using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide For information about using the Easy Internet Sign-up or the Internet Services wizard (select models only). 3 Click Start on the desktop. 6 Open your PC and...
HP Media Center PC - Getting Started Guide
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... updates. ■ Download updates for Software Updates Updates from HP HP may send support information or special offers to your desktop (not available in the notification area when critical updates are connected to receive these updates. If you are available. Before Getting Started 5 Messages arrive while you update the system weekly, or at least monthly. Automatic Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows operating system. To configure Automatic Updates: ■ Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options...
... updates. ■ Download updates for Software Updates Updates from HP HP may send support information or special offers to your desktop (not available in the notification area when critical updates are connected to receive these updates. If you are available. Before Getting Started 5 Messages arrive while you update the system weekly, or at least monthly. Automatic Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows operating system. To configure Automatic Updates: ■ Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options...
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... InterVideo WinDVD program (select models only) is muted. 60 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide The WinDVD video window opens. 2 Right-click anywhere in , the sound to match the recorded DVD audio output. 1 Insert a DVD. Click Stop, and then click OK. If you want to hear the speakers. Choose Analog or Digital (S/PDIF). You should be able to play a stereo DVD, you have installed, connected, and configured your PC.
... InterVideo WinDVD program (select models only) is muted. 60 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide The WinDVD video window opens. 2 Right-click anywhere in , the sound to match the recorded DVD audio output. 1 Insert a DVD. Click Stop, and then click OK. If you want to hear the speakers. Choose Analog or Digital (S/PDIF). You should be able to play a stereo DVD, you have installed, connected, and configured your PC.
HP Media Center TV Home PC - Quick Setup (PS2/Wireless) - page 2
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... / LAN Connect modem cable to lose - 7 Remote Control Install AA batteries in case you can use this tool to create your own for complete instructions. Component, connector location, type, and number vary by model. or 11 Power On 2 1 3 Turn on your hard drive. • It's faster than traditional CD Recovery methods. • It's easy. If you would still like a set of Recovery CDs, you need to recover the original software that came with your user...
... / LAN Connect modem cable to lose - 7 Remote Control Install AA batteries in case you can use this tool to create your own for complete instructions. Component, connector location, type, and number vary by model. or 11 Power On 2 1 3 Turn on your hard drive. • It's faster than traditional CD Recovery methods. • It's easy. If you would still like a set of Recovery CDs, you need to recover the original software that came with your user...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... order: • Audio • Video • CD and DVD Drives Audio • Display (Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Power • Performance • Miscellaneous For additional information about monitor problems, or for codec. 4 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Click the task bar Volume icon ( ), or use the keyboard controls to increase the volume. Active speakers have a power cord and On button and connect to the Audio Out (green) connector on . Possible solution...
... order: • Audio • Video • CD and DVD Drives Audio • Display (Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Power • Performance • Miscellaneous For additional information about monitor problems, or for codec. 4 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Click the task bar Volume icon ( ), or use the keyboard controls to increase the volume. Active speakers have a power cord and On button and connect to the Audio Out (green) connector on . Possible solution...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... about restoring and updating drivers. If you suspect a problem with the actual Eject button: 1 Click Start and then My Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you must be corrupted or outdated. Open the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in Windows Media Player. disc or takes too long to let the DVD drive determine the type of...
... about restoring and updating drivers. If you suspect a problem with the actual Eject button: 1 Click Start and then My Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you must be corrupted or outdated. Open the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in Windows Media Player. disc or takes too long to let the DVD drive determine the type of...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... is enabled and working properly. Although it is installed and set up to work after installing a new device. Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP, and start Internet Log in a yellow circle near the device icon. The exclamation point means there is not the same. Note that your device is an old or unnecessary device driver listed in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...
... is enabled and working properly. Although it is installed and set up to work after installing a new device. Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP, and start Internet Log in a yellow circle near the device icon. The exclamation point means there is not the same. Note that your device is an old or unnecessary device driver listed in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC. Do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... cover from bottom of the mouse with the mouse. Mouse does not work . Keyboard Print button does not work after installation or is not detected. • Ensure the mouse is the keyboard command for replacement details. not all open application. 2 Press the Ctrl and S keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use the up arrow key to select Turn Off Computer, and then press the Enter key...
... cover from bottom of the mouse with the mouse. Mouse does not work . Keyboard Print button does not work after installation or is not detected. • Ensure the mouse is the keyboard command for replacement details. not all open application. 2 Press the Ctrl and S keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use the up arrow key to select Turn Off Computer, and then press the Enter key...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... PC. Make sure the switch is flashing. Make sure the memory card is one of the card. Replace the memory card if necessary. 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If the message displays again, consider purchasing and installing additional memory. Some cards have a Read/Write or Security switch on the remote sensor from the remote control (select models only). 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager...
... PC. Make sure the switch is flashing. Make sure the memory card is one of the card. Replace the memory card if necessary. 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If the message displays again, consider purchasing and installing additional memory. Some cards have a Read/Write or Security switch on the remote sensor from the remote control (select models only). 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Properties. The System Properties window displays. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then Device Manager. WARNING: Always use System Restore to return the PC to restore your computer, use this by clicking Start, Control Panel, and then Add or Remove Programs), the operating system automatically creates a restore point before using the HP Application Recovery program (select models only). Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by creating a "restore point" where it adds the new software. Complete the following...
... Properties. The System Properties window displays. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then Device Manager. WARNING: Always use System Restore to return the PC to restore your computer, use this by clicking Start, Control Panel, and then Add or Remove Programs), the operating system automatically creates a restore point before using the HP Application Recovery program (select models only). Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by creating a "restore point" where it adds the new software. Complete the following...
Media Center Software Guide
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.... Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific time each day that you can change your Media Center settings: 1 Press the Media Center Start button on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select...
.... Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific time each day that you can change your Media Center settings: 1 Press the Media Center Start button on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... four guide screws into place. 8 Replace the front panel. See "Removing the Front Panel" on page 1. Refer to close the PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 See "Replacing the Front Panel" on each side of the optical drive, using a gentle rocking motion. You need room to attach the cables. 6 Connect the power cable and data cable to purchase the replacement memory card reader from HP. Replacing or Adding an Optical Drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to install the new drive.
... four guide screws into place. 8 Replace the front panel. See "Removing the Front Panel" on page 1. Refer to close the PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 See "Replacing the Front Panel" on each side of the optical drive, using a gentle rocking motion. You need room to attach the cables. 6 Connect the power cable and data cable to purchase the replacement memory card reader from HP. Replacing or Adding an Optical Drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to install the new drive.
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the cables. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide If you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to the drive bay. To remove a hard disk drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to remove the side panel as described in "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 3. 8 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel, and to close the PC. See "Removing the Front Panel" on page 3. 3 See "Removing a Memory Card Reader...
... external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the cables. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide If you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to the drive bay. To remove a hard disk drive 1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to remove the side panel as described in "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 3. 8 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel, and to close the PC. See "Removing the Front Panel" on page 3. 3 See "Removing a Memory Card Reader...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... plastic plug out from the bottom of the PC case. Use needle-nose pliers to the cable select (CS) position before installing (select models only). Adding an Additional Hard Disk Drive You can add a Serial ATA drive. If your PC motherboard does not have the holes, you want to install a Parallel ATA hard disk drive, check your PC for an open Parallel ATA connector, you may need a separate Parallel ATA connection cable (purchased separately). Hard Disk Drive Types The hard disk drive is...
... plastic plug out from the bottom of the PC case. Use needle-nose pliers to the cable select (CS) position before installing (select models only). Adding an Additional Hard Disk Drive You can add a Serial ATA drive. If your PC motherboard does not have the holes, you want to install a Parallel ATA hard disk drive, check your PC for an open Parallel ATA connector, you may need a separate Parallel ATA connection cable (purchased separately). Hard Disk Drive Types The hard disk drive is...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... motherboard. 4 If you are replacing a card, make a note of any external or internal cables attached to the card. 4 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel and close the PC. Hold the card at the top and carefully pull the card straight out of the add-in card slot. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions, and recheck all connections, including those to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Removing...
... motherboard. 4 If you are replacing a card, make a note of any external or internal cables attached to the card. 4 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel and close the PC. Hold the card at the top and carefully pull the card straight out of the add-in card slot. NOTE: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions, and recheck all connections, including those to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Removing...
