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... Audio System 28 Y adapter cables 28 2.1 home stereo installation 29 5.1 home audio installation 30 5.1 home audio installation procedure 30 7.1 home audio installation 32 7.1 home audio installation procedure 33 Connecting Digital Audio 34 Connecting Speakers Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card 36 Connecting the speakers 36 Connecting the FlexiJack connector 37 Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables 39 Using TV Cables 39 Audio and Video Cables 39 Connecting the TV Signal Source 41 Connecting a dual tuner 42 Connecting the Remote Sensor 43 Connecting...
... Audio System 28 Y adapter cables 28 2.1 home stereo installation 29 5.1 home audio installation 30 5.1 home audio installation procedure 30 7.1 home audio installation 32 7.1 home audio installation procedure 33 Connecting Digital Audio 34 Connecting Speakers Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card 36 Connecting the speakers 36 Connecting the FlexiJack connector 37 Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables 39 Using TV Cables 39 Audio and Video Cables 39 Connecting the TV Signal Source 41 Connecting a dual tuner 42 Connecting the Remote Sensor 43 Connecting...
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... access. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on your Web browser. The most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your WLAN device should use one or more information about setting up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. When setting up a network...
... access. Checking the wireless LAN device installation To set up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on your Web browser. The most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your WLAN device should use one or more information about setting up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. When setting up a network...
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...) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer. Your system may set up your speaker system to the computer, see the setup poster. "Using Headphones" Left speaker, right speaker. "Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 20 Start Here For more details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, and then configure the audio software for the following supported configurations: Name...
...) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer. Your system may set up your speaker system to the computer, see the setup poster. "Using Headphones" Left speaker, right speaker. "Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 20 Start Here For more details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, and then configure the audio software for the following supported configurations: Name...
Getting Started Guide
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... Keyboard Buttons 56 Customizing the keyboard buttons 59 Keyboard Shortcuts 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons 61 Scrolling ...62 Autoscrolling 62 Panning...62 Switching Mouse Button Functions 63 Changing Mouse Pointer Speed 63 Introducing Your Computer Software 65 Learning More About Software 65 Using the Desktop 65 Removing desktop icons 66 Retrieving desktop icons 66 Using the Windows Start Button Menu 66 Using the All Programs menu 66 Organizing your All Programs list 67 Using the Control Panel 67 Resizing Windows 68 Working...
... Keyboard Buttons 56 Customizing the keyboard buttons 59 Keyboard Shortcuts 59 Using the Mouse 61 Using the Mouse Buttons 61 Scrolling ...62 Autoscrolling 62 Panning...62 Switching Mouse Button Functions 63 Changing Mouse Pointer Speed 63 Introducing Your Computer Software 65 Learning More About Software 65 Using the Desktop 65 Removing desktop icons 66 Retrieving desktop icons 66 Using the Windows Start Button Menu 66 Using the All Programs menu 66 Organizing your All Programs list 67 Using the Control Panel 67 Resizing Windows 68 Working...
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... then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Add a device to the network and follow any onscreen instructions. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. When setting up a network, you set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the router. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. For...
... then click Device Manager to open the Network and Sharing Center window. 6 Click Add a device to the network and follow any onscreen instructions. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Using wireless security features When you should be listed here. When setting up a network, you set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is not properly installed. 4 Click the Windows Start Button on the router. Change the default network name (SSID) and password. For...
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... the setup poster. Only one microphone connector in the front of the computer. Your system may set up your speaker system to the computer, and then configure the audio software for the following supported configurations: Name Headphones 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 6/5.1 Speaker system See None, muted. Speakers are sold separately. "Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 16 Getting Started Some models...
... the setup poster. Only one microphone connector in the front of the computer. Your system may set up your speaker system to the computer, and then configure the audio software for the following supported configurations: Name Headphones 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 6/5.1 Speaker system See None, muted. Speakers are sold separately. "Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" Two front speakers, two "Connecting 5.1 (Five Speakers and a rear speakers, a center Subwoofer) Audio Speakers" speaker, and a subwoofer. 16 Getting Started Some models...
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... Getting Started When you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to automatically download and install recommended updates. Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop, and log in the notification area when critical updates are connected to use any Web browser; To open Internet Explore: a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Updates. 5 Click Change Settings. 6 Select the desired configuration: Automatic...
... Getting Started When you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to automatically download and install recommended updates. Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop, and log in the notification area when critical updates are connected to use any Web browser; To open Internet Explore: a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Security. 4 Click Windows Updates. 5 Click Change Settings. 6 Select the desired configuration: Automatic...
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...) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the Buttons tab to perform specific actions. Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keys represented as Complex remote page with label or Simple local file with label. 7 Enter a display label and the address information. NOTE: Click the Restore Defaults button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound...
...) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the Buttons tab to perform specific actions. Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keys represented as Complex remote page with label or Simple local file with label. 7 Enter a display label and the address information. NOTE: Click the Restore Defaults button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound...
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... B Bluetooth devices 8 burning audio and data disc 108-113 CDs, DVDs 107-111 buttons media control or playback 58 Off, See turning off PC 44 buttons, keyboard customizing 59 C card reader, memory 89 carpal tunnel syndrome 39 CDs erasing rewritable 108 change the speed of the cursor 63 computer transferring files 51 Computer Playback 124 connecting devices 5 digital camera 4 digital video camera 4 headphones 31 peripherals 2 Index connection modem 11 wired network 8 connector computer...
... B Bluetooth devices 8 burning audio and data disc 108-113 CDs, DVDs 107-111 buttons media control or playback 58 Off, See turning off PC 44 buttons, keyboard customizing 59 C card reader, memory 89 carpal tunnel syndrome 39 CDs erasing rewritable 108 change the speed of the cursor 63 computer transferring files 51 Computer Playback 124 connecting devices 5 digital camera 4 digital video camera 4 headphones 31 peripherals 2 Index connection modem 11 wired network 8 connector computer...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... to keep from lightning and power line surges. WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance procedures other electric light or power circuits, or where it is classified as practical. Laser Product Label The following label or equivalent is located on a laser device installed in your product. Laser Safety Statement Class 1 LED Product The CD and DVD drives contain a laser system and...
... to keep from lightning and power line surges. WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or performance procedures other electric light or power circuits, or where it is classified as practical. Laser Product Label The following label or equivalent is located on a laser device installed in your product. Laser Safety Statement Class 1 LED Product The CD and DVD drives contain a laser system and...
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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... you want to "Updating Drivers" on your disc. Make sure the disc is inserted with the actual Eject button: 1 Click the Windows Start Button and then Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you specify the same drive in the tray. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 9 The driver may be damaged; Ensure the disc is clean and undamaged. use a different disc. When using the correct disc type when making a copy of disc. Wait at...
... you want to "Updating Drivers" on your disc. Make sure the disc is inserted with the actual Eject button: 1 Click the Windows Start Button and then Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you specify the same drive in the tray. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 9 The driver may be damaged; Ensure the disc is clean and undamaged. use a different disc. When using the correct disc type when making a copy of disc. Wait at...
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... 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. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to make the screen display visible again. Press the On button to turn on the keyboard to the computer. Video (continued) Symptom Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. Possible solution Reconnect the power plug...
... 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. Display (Monitor) In addition to the information listed here, also refer to make the screen display visible again. Press the On button to turn on the keyboard to the computer. Video (continued) Symptom Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. Possible solution Reconnect the power plug...
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... start Internet programs. Log in to remove the AOL program. Your computer may want to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for your Internet connection type. Web pages may damage the NIC. The AOL program opens even You may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). A modem uses a standard telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). A NIC uses a network cable to connect to make a dial-up to open...
... start Internet programs. Log in to remove the AOL program. Your computer may want to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for your Internet connection type. Web pages may damage the NIC. The AOL program opens even You may have a modem and an Ethernet network adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). A modem uses a standard telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). A NIC uses a network cable to connect to make a dial-up to open...
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... surface under the mouse. If you want to use the arrow keys on the number the arrow keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use the arrow keys to select the Arrow button next to the Lock button. key pad. 16 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Turn off the computer by the computer. Use the Print menu item in the program (usually located on your computer...
... surface under the mouse. If you want to use the arrow keys on the number the arrow keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use the arrow keys to select the Arrow button next to the Lock button. key pad. 16 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Turn off the computer by the computer. Use the Print menu item in the program (usually located on your computer...
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... or remove memory cards when the in , and then restart the computer. Plug in other USB devices, leave the remote sensor plugged in -use light is one of the memory cards for dirt or material closing a hole or spoiling a metal contact. Make sure the memory card is flashing. Replace the memory card if necessary. 20 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If it may support additional types. Make sure the memory card is not listed, go to the Lock button, and...
... or remove memory cards when the in , and then restart the computer. Plug in other USB devices, leave the remote sensor plugged in -use light is one of the memory cards for dirt or material closing a hole or spoiling a metal contact. Make sure the memory card is flashing. Replace the memory card if necessary. 20 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If it may support additional types. Make sure the memory card is not listed, go to the Lock button, and...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...select models) E Front connector panel (no replacement instructions) F Hard disk drive G Second hard disk drive (select models) Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3 The hard disk drive is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive that uses a narrow data cable, or a Parallel ATA drive that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to do so will result in data loss. Select models have a second hard disk drive. You can replace or upgrade. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. Replacing the...
...select models) E Front connector panel (no replacement instructions) F Hard disk drive G Second hard disk drive (select models) Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3 The hard disk drive is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive that uses a narrow data cable, or a Parallel ATA drive that you need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to do so will result in data loss. Select models have a second hard disk drive. You can replace or upgrade. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for drive type and location. Replacing the...
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... second hard drive (select models only) C - Connect to PC motherboard WARNING: For a second Parallel ATA drive, make sure to connect the data cable end labeled Master (A) to the primary hard disk drive, and the connector labeled Slave (B) to primary hard drive B - Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 A DDR DIMM To determine which model PC you can replace the existing memory module(s) with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on which type and speed of memory module your PC. Doing...
... second hard drive (select models only) C - Connect to PC motherboard WARNING: For a second Parallel ATA drive, make sure to connect the data cable end labeled Master (A) to the primary hard disk drive, and the connector labeled Slave (B) to primary hard drive B - Upgrading and Servicing Guide 7 A DDR DIMM To determine which model PC you can replace the existing memory module(s) with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on which type and speed of memory module your PC. Doing...
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...; If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the same memory slot from the memory socket. WARNING: Do not pull the memory module out of the socket. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with memory of the same type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that can be used to add components to remove, replace, or add an add-in card. 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See "Opening and Closing the...
...; If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the same memory slot from the memory socket. WARNING: Do not pull the memory module out of the socket. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with memory of the same type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that can be used to add components to remove, replace, or add an add-in card. 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See "Opening and Closing the...
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... connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 4 Inside the PC, locate the add-in card, close the PC. 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 replace the side panel, and close the open slot by inserting the metal slot cover into the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard...
... connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 4 Inside the PC, locate the add-in card, close the PC. 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 replace the side panel, and close the open slot by inserting the metal slot cover into the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard...
