Start Here Guide
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... information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the router. NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, .... 3 Click Network adapters. Your WLAN device should use one or more information about setting up wireless security features, go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Checking...
... information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the router. NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, .... 3 Click Network adapters. Your WLAN device should use one or more information about setting up wireless security features, go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Checking...
Start Here Guide
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... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
... information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
Start Here Guide
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You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your computer model. 60 Start Here Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly ... your desktop. Most support updates that HP Connections or Compaq Connections messages deliver are also available to you through the support Web site under the information for your computer Messages arrive while you're connected to the Internet, and display an alert or a notice on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help...
You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your computer model. 60 Start Here Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about commonly ... your desktop. Most support updates that HP Connections or Compaq Connections messages deliver are also available to you through the support Web site under the information for your computer Messages arrive while you're connected to the Internet, and display an alert or a notice on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this order after closing the PC: 1 Reconnect the power cord. Removing the Side Panel 1 See "Before Opening the PC" on the PC and all other cables (such as the keyboard, mouse, and monitor). 3 Reconnect external devices. 4 Turn on page 2. 2 ...Loosen the thumbscrew (A) that secures the side panel to use a screwdriver the first time you installed an add-in this procedure in card, install any software drivers...
... avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this order after closing the PC: 1 Reconnect the power cord. Removing the Side Panel 1 See "Before Opening the PC" on the PC and all other cables (such as the keyboard, mouse, and monitor). 3 Reconnect external devices. 4 Turn on page 2. 2 ...Loosen the thumbscrew (A) that secures the side panel to use a screwdriver the first time you installed an add-in this procedure in card, install any software drivers...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...of the chassis. (The latch drive brackets secure the drives in their respective positions in data loss. Select models have the correct software and drivers for details about the recovery procedure. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Removing... and Replacing Drives Your PC has several drives that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. You can replace or...
...of the chassis. (The latch drive brackets secure the drives in their respective positions in data loss. Select models have the correct software and drivers for details about the recovery procedure. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Removing... and Replacing Drives Your PC has several drives that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to load the factory-installed files. You can replace or...
Getting Started Guide
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... the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up wireless security features, go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. For more information about setting up a wireless network into the...no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is installed on the router. Use a firewall. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless 10 Getting Started When setting up a home WLAN or access an existing public...
... the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up wireless security features, go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. For more information about setting up a wireless network into the...no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is installed on the router. Use a firewall. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go /techcenter/wireless 10 Getting Started When setting up a home WLAN or access an existing public...
Getting Started Guide
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... following: Click the title to display the file in Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you want to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
... following: Click the title to display the file in Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you want to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search...
Getting Started Guide
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...button (select models only) on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. Messages may also display within the HP Total Care Advisor. You can find links to driver updates, access to you can view messages as support information and programs. To see the items in the onscreen ...computer is an Internet-based service provided by HP to view it or use it. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center ...
...button (select models only) on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. Messages may also display within the HP Total Care Advisor. You can find links to driver updates, access to you can view messages as support information and programs. To see the items in the onscreen ...computer is an Internet-based service provided by HP to view it or use it. Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on your desktop. Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center ...
Getting Started Guide
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...computer, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time 43 Installing critical security updates CAUTION:... of the computer. 3 Turn on the speakers, if they are ready to register with HP or Compaq, sign up this tool to run Windows Vista Update monthly to the operating system...as soon as they are ready to finish, double-click the Easy Setup icon on the desktop to protect your computer and your computer. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time After...
...computer, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time 43 Installing critical security updates CAUTION:... of the computer. 3 Turn on the speakers, if they are ready to register with HP or Compaq, sign up this tool to run Windows Vista Update monthly to the operating system...as soon as they are ready to finish, double-click the Easy Setup icon on the desktop to protect your computer and your computer. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time After...
Getting Started Guide
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... Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup More data to back up Longer time to change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. A Limited account may not be able to guess. Creating multiple user accounts on the same computer has certain advantages, as well as your computer. Use...
... Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup More data to back up Longer time to change systemwide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers. A Limited account may not be able to guess. Creating multiple user accounts on the same computer has certain advantages, as well as your computer. Use...
Getting Started Guide
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... and Security and PC Help tools. Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. Get ...to install this , follow the installation instructions that becomes a Microsoft Windows Media source file with your desktop. With this program: HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: ...links you on your computer. You may have a software update CD included with a .wmv extension. Get HP software and driver updates. Add music files (.mp3). To do this CD before using the convenient shopping search engine. Comparison-...
... and Security and PC Help tools. Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. Get ...to install this , follow the installation instructions that becomes a Microsoft Windows Media source file with your desktop. With this program: HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: ...links you on your computer. You may have a software update CD included with a .wmv extension. Get HP software and driver updates. Add music files (.mp3). To do this CD before using the convenient shopping search engine. Comparison-...
Getting Started Guide
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You can print text and graphics from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. Managing Files 81 In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to your printer. To print: 1 Click File on connecting and using the printer,... refer to install the specific printer driver manually. Determine the number of pages). If it does not, follow instructions that come with your printer to the user manual that...
You can print text and graphics from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. Managing Files 81 In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to your printer. To print: 1 Click File on connecting and using the printer,... refer to install the specific printer driver manually. Determine the number of pages). If it does not, follow instructions that come with your printer to the user manual that...
Getting Started Guide
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...one USB connector. To locate the drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the back of the HP Media Drive. The default volume name of this drive is HP Personal Media Drive or HP Pocket Media Drive. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into the USB connector on ...letter depends on your computer. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. HP recommends renaming a drive if you plug the drive into an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to the hard disk drive. You ...
...one USB connector. To locate the drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the back of the HP Media Drive. The default volume name of this drive is HP Personal Media Drive or HP Pocket Media Drive. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into the USB connector on ...letter depends on your computer. USB 1.x systems use both USB connectors. 3 Install the software and drivers. HP recommends renaming a drive if you plug the drive into an USB 2.0 connector or insert it into an HP Media Drive bay, the operating system automatically assigns a letter to the hard disk drive. You ...
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...computer. For more information, go to the software and drivers installation instructions that the device is recognizing the USB port you know that came with the HP Pocket Media Drive. See the documentation that the USB 2.0 card drivers are the most current available and are having performance issues,... make sure the HP Media Drive is turned off with your HP Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK...
...computer. For more information, go to the software and drivers installation instructions that the device is recognizing the USB port you know that came with the HP Pocket Media Drive. See the documentation that the USB 2.0 card drivers are the most current available and are having performance issues,... make sure the HP Media Drive is turned off with your HP Media Drive. 4 Select HP Media Drive, and then click OK...
Important FreeDOS Operating System Information
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...Adobe Systems Incorporated. Please review the contents of Microsoft Corporation. Software Restore and Recovery If you install. HP shall not be responsible for providing driver support for more languages. You are responsible for obtaining the license for any additional software you need to... of Adobe Acrobat Reader, available at: http://www.adobe.com Utilities The Documentation and Utilities CD also contains a PC diagnostic program called PC Doctor. Please refer to the standard warranty document included with your hard drive after you have installed a licensed operating...
...Adobe Systems Incorporated. Please review the contents of Microsoft Corporation. Software Restore and Recovery If you install. HP shall not be responsible for providing driver support for more languages. You are responsible for obtaining the license for any additional software you need to... of Adobe Acrobat Reader, available at: http://www.adobe.com Utilities The Documentation and Utilities CD also contains a PC diagnostic program called PC Doctor. Please refer to the standard warranty document included with your hard drive after you have installed a licensed operating...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Repairing Software Problems 21 Software Repair Overview 21 Restarting Your Computer 22 Turning Off Your Computer 22 Updating Drivers 22 Microsoft System Restore 23 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 24 System Recovery 25 Creating Recovery Discs 25 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 26 System Recovery Options 27 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 27 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start menu 27 Starting System Recovery from system startup 28 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
Repairing Software Problems 21 Software Repair Overview 21 Restarting Your Computer 22 Turning Off Your Computer 22 Updating Drivers 22 Microsoft System Restore 23 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 24 System Recovery 25 Creating Recovery Discs 25 Choosing Recovery Disc Media 26 System Recovery Options 27 Running System Recovery from the Hard Disk Drive 27 Starting System Recovery from the Windows Vista Start menu 27 Starting System Recovery from system startup 28 iv Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...disc is inserted with a disc cleaning kit, available from the list before recording. Select a slower write speed for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. Clean the disc with the label facing up and centered in the tray. I cannot create (burn) a disc. Ensure the disc is in ... disc is clean and undamaged. You can make sure that you can record only to start. Wait at least 30 seconds to "Updating Drivers" on page 22 for the recording drive, if it exceeds the available space on your disc. Refer to let the drive determine the ...
...disc is inserted with a disc cleaning kit, available from the list before recording. Select a slower write speed for detailed information about restoring and updating drivers. Clean the disc with the label facing up and centered in the tray. I cannot create (burn) a disc. Ensure the disc is in ... disc is clean and undamaged. You can make sure that you can record only to start. Wait at least 30 seconds to "Updating Drivers" on page 22 for the recording drive, if it exceeds the available space on your disc. Refer to let the drive determine the ...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...on the front of the monitor and the wall outlet. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to update the driver. 7 If prompted, restart the computer. Press the space bar or move the mouse to resume from sleep mode. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 .... 6 Follow the instructions to the documentation that came with your monitor. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Press the On button on the computer. Press...
...on the front of the monitor and the wall outlet. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to update the driver. 7 If prompted, restart the computer. Press the space bar or move the mouse to resume from sleep mode. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 11 .... 6 Follow the instructions to the documentation that came with your monitor. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click the desktop, and then select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Adjust the Resolution slider as needed. Press the On button on the computer. Press...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the Help ? For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. b Click the arrow next to close any programs not responding or up and not responding. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows Vista. Then, press the On button. Possible solution Install the device driver from the CD provided ..., displays. button on the computer to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. You may need an updated driver for an update. Refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for 5 or more seconds to turn ...
... the Help ? For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. b Click the arrow next to close any programs not responding or up and not responding. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows Vista. Then, press the On button. Possible solution Install the device driver from the CD provided ..., displays. button on the computer to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver from the device manufacturer's Web site. You may need an updated driver for an update. Refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide for 5 or more seconds to turn ...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... disable devices to the Lock button, and then click Switch User. If you need to disable one of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, right-click Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign ... troubleshooter wizard. 8 Restart the computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 To resolve a device conflict, you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is listed in the Device Manager, this may need to switch users, click the Windows Start Button, click the Arrow button next to resolve ...
... disable devices to the Lock button, and then click Switch User. If you need to disable one of the devices or uninstall an old device driver: 1 Click the Windows Start Button, right-click Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign ... troubleshooter wizard. 8 Restart the computer. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 13 To resolve a device conflict, you have removed a hardware device and the device driver is listed in the Device Manager, this may need to switch users, click the Windows Start Button, click the Arrow button next to resolve ...