PC Basics Guide
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... diskette (floppy disk) to the diskette. Remove the diskette from your PC automatically finds the printer driver necessary for the printer. Printers receive instructions from the drive prior to suit your PC. In many cases your PC via software called printer drivers. Introducing the PC 19 Using a Diskette (Floppy) Drive The diskette (floppy) drive is off...
... diskette (floppy disk) to the diskette. Remove the diskette from your PC automatically finds the printer driver necessary for the printer. Printers receive instructions from the drive prior to suit your PC. In many cases your PC via software called printer drivers. Introducing the PC 19 Using a Diskette (Floppy) Drive The diskette (floppy) drive is off...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...outside edge of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the PC chassis. 2 Ensure that the hole for the thumbscrew aligns with the hole in card, install any software drivers supplied by the card manufacturer. After Closing the PC To avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this order... after closing the PC. 1 Reconnect the power cord. WARNING: To reduce the risk of the ...
...outside edge of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the PC chassis. 2 Ensure that the hole for the thumbscrew aligns with the hole in card, install any software drivers supplied by the card manufacturer. After Closing the PC To avoid injury and equipment damage, always follow this order... after closing the PC. 1 Reconnect the power cord. WARNING: To reduce the risk of the ...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to do so will result in data loss. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for details about the recovery procedure. Also, make sure that it is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) ...instructions) F Hard disk drive G Second hard disk drive (select models) Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3 Select models have the correct software and drivers for drive type and location. Failure to load the factoryinstalled files. Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the chassis front. 2...
...need to run System Recovery using the recovery discs to do so will result in data loss. Locating Components Inside the PC A B C D E R L F G CAUTION: Back up your PC for details about the recovery procedure. Also, make sure that it is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) ...instructions) F Hard disk drive G Second hard disk drive (select models) Upgrading and Servicing Guide 3 Select models have the correct software and drivers for drive type and location. Failure to load the factoryinstalled files. Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the chassis front. 2...
Important Information About Your Wireless PCI Adapter
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... the antenna and the CD, labelled Wireless PCI Adapter; Refer to the documentation on the desktop PC or a table to connect, position the antenna, or configure your PC near the PCI adapter status indicators (B). 3 Place the antenna on the CD. Refer to the Quick Installation Guide or the User... Your Wireless PCI Adapter consists of 1 Printed: 02/02/04 10:44 AM NOTE: The PCI adapter card and driver are together in Filename: s4adwlaK Title: Addendum [3-column 1 or 2 pages] Template: HP-Print2K.dot Author: WASSER Studios Last Saved By: James Legatt Revision #: 6 Page: 1 of : ■ One...
... the antenna and the CD, labelled Wireless PCI Adapter; Refer to the documentation on the desktop PC or a table to connect, position the antenna, or configure your PC near the PCI adapter status indicators (B). 3 Place the antenna on the CD. Refer to the Quick Installation Guide or the User... Your Wireless PCI Adapter consists of 1 Printed: 02/02/04 10:44 AM NOTE: The PCI adapter card and driver are together in Filename: s4adwlaK Title: Addendum [3-column 1 or 2 pages] Template: HP-Print2K.dot Author: WASSER Studios Last Saved By: James Legatt Revision #: 6 Page: 1 of : ■ One...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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... • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to the product(s) you through options to : http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport 4... you need help with a qualified support specialist to solve your desktop or go to resolve software issues. Options to keep your PC. Help & Support Center for Compaq branded products that are available...: 888-265-4357 www.aol.com Apple - Don't Forget to : http://register.hp.com Registration is free during your product model number, serial number, and date of warranty. SW...
... • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to the product(s) you through options to : http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport 4... you need help with a qualified support specialist to solve your desktop or go to resolve software issues. Options to keep your PC. Help & Support Center for Compaq branded products that are available...: 888-265-4357 www.aol.com Apple - Don't Forget to : http://register.hp.com Registration is free during your product model number, serial number, and date of warranty. SW...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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... information. To turn off the computer just click Start, choose Turn Off Computer, and then click Turn Off. • Driver Rollback This Microsoft Windows XP feature is not on the desktop or in the Organize software program, or in its memory and to an external power source. Problem...remove the diskette and press the spacebar. Click the Software Repair Wizard icon to repair it on again, you restart the computer, the PC starts over using the Compaq Application Recovery or Compaq System Recovery programs. You need them. This CD contains utilities that allow you may ...
... information. To turn off the computer just click Start, choose Turn Off Computer, and then click Turn Off. • Driver Rollback This Microsoft Windows XP feature is not on the desktop or in the Organize software program, or in its memory and to an external power source. Problem...remove the diskette and press the spacebar. Click the Software Repair Wizard icon to repair it on again, you restart the computer, the PC starts over using the Compaq Application Recovery or Compaq System Recovery programs. You need them. This CD contains utilities that allow you may ...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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... above) may be due to a previous restore point. Problem/Status You installed a new application or device driver An application does not work A device driver does not work PC stops responding or does not work You replaced the hard disk drive or removed the partition Microsoft System Restore ...installing or downloading additional software. Perform System Recovery using the table that the application program or the driver program is recommended to reinstall the software. The PC does not include recovery discs in a partition area of some software automatically sets a restore point ...
... above) may be due to a previous restore point. Problem/Status You installed a new application or device driver An application does not work A device driver does not work PC stops responding or does not work You replaced the hard disk drive or removed the partition Microsoft System Restore ...installing or downloading additional software. Perform System Recovery using the table that the application program or the driver program is recommended to reinstall the software. The PC does not include recovery discs in a partition area of some software automatically sets a restore point ...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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... DVDs. The recovery discs set is matched to make only one set contains the operating system, drivers, and application software that were included on your PC. You can install the operating system and software on your PC. If necessary, purchase a Windows XP-compatible drive from your hard drive, where a copy was placed for...
... DVDs. The recovery discs set is matched to make only one set contains the operating system, drivers, and application software that were included on your PC. You can install the operating system and software on your PC. If necessary, purchase a Windows XP-compatible drive from your hard drive, where a copy was placed for...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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...the Application Recovery program to reinstall software programs that can perform operating system diagnostics and repairs). To Start System Restore: 1 Close all PC models include the Application Recovery program. NOTE: Do not use the Microsoft System Restore feature in their names. The number of the...the Microsoft Recovery Console (a utility from the CDs or DVDs. 9 System Restore returns the PC settings to DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM discs. If an individual factory-installed application or driver accidentally gets erased or damaged, you can quit the process at any open programs. 2 ...
...the Application Recovery program to reinstall software programs that can perform operating system diagnostics and repairs). To Start System Restore: 1 Close all PC models include the Application Recovery program. NOTE: Do not use the Microsoft System Restore feature in their names. The number of the...the Microsoft Recovery Console (a utility from the CDs or DVDs. 9 System Restore returns the PC settings to DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM discs. If an individual factory-installed application or driver accidentally gets erased or damaged, you can quit the process at any open programs. 2 ...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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...the taskbar. 4 Choose All Programs. 5 Choose PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Compaq Application Recovery, and then click Yes. 7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click ...Install. 9 Follow the onscreen instructions. 10 Repeat steps 7 through 9 to keep onto a removable disc. The System Recovery program uses a special recovery partition on the hard disk drive that you see the desktop...
...the taskbar. 4 Choose All Programs. 5 Choose PC Help & Tools. 6 Click Compaq Application Recovery, and then click Yes. 7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click ...Install. 9 Follow the onscreen instructions. 10 Repeat steps 7 through 9 to keep onto a removable disc. The System Recovery program uses a special recovery partition on the hard disk drive that you see the desktop...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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...on the backup CD or diskette you see only the full System Recovery option. shipped programs, drivers, and the operating system without affecting any software that you will see the desktop. Insert Recovery disc #1 and close the tray. Insert the remaining discs when directed. Starting ...when directed. Or • Press and hold the On button approximately 5 seconds until you made . 2 Press the Eject button on the PC. 6 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and then follow those instructions: • For standard recovery, press R. See ...
...on the backup CD or diskette you see only the full System Recovery option. shipped programs, drivers, and the operating system without affecting any software that you will see the desktop. Insert Recovery disc #1 and close the tray. Insert the remaining discs when directed. Starting ...when directed. Or • Press and hold the On button approximately 5 seconds until you made . 2 Press the Eject button on the PC. 6 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and then follow those instructions: • For standard recovery, press R. See ...
Compaq Presario Desktop Products - Warranty and Support Guide
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...or three years with an extended service plan. HP will be entitled to defects in material and workmanship when properly installed and used. If HP is unable, within 3-6 months of ownership will make sure the correct drivers are equivalent to new in materials and workmanship after... even if it is sensitive to the environment and has a program, Planet Partners, to make it is to recycle: www.hp.com/recycle COMPAQ PRESARIO DESKTOP PRODUCTS The Legal Language Compaq Limited Warranty Statement DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY Hardware: Original Systems - 1 year Technical phone assistance to...
...or three years with an extended service plan. HP will be entitled to defects in material and workmanship when properly installed and used. If HP is unable, within 3-6 months of ownership will make sure the correct drivers are equivalent to new in materials and workmanship after... even if it is sensitive to the environment and has a program, Planet Partners, to make it is to recycle: www.hp.com/recycle COMPAQ PRESARIO DESKTOP PRODUCTS The Legal Language Compaq Limited Warranty Statement DURATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY Hardware: Original Systems - 1 year Technical phone assistance to...
Warranty and Support Guide
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.... 3 Customer Care Web support. Documentation is My PC Documentation? Click Start, All Programs, PC Help & Tools. For product information, driver updates, troubleshooting and much more , go to : http://www.hp.com/support 2 4 Chat online with qualified support specialists using your PC. 2 Use the support tools right on your desktop, or click Start, All Programs, and click...
.... 3 Customer Care Web support. Documentation is My PC Documentation? Click Start, All Programs, PC Help & Tools. For product information, driver updates, troubleshooting and much more , go to : http://www.hp.com/support 2 4 Chat online with qualified support specialists using your PC. 2 Use the support tools right on your desktop, or click Start, All Programs, and click...
Warranty and Support Guide - 1 year
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...at the same time. Don't Forget to keep your PC running smoothly. Where Are My User's Guides? PC Tune-up and Repair for help with qualified support specialists using your PC. 2 Use the support tools preinstalled right on your desktop, or click Start, All Programs, and User's Guides...easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to : http://www.hp.com/support 4 Chat online with setting up technical support 800-890-5128 Broadband customer service and technical support 888-829-...
...at the same time. Don't Forget to keep your PC running smoothly. Where Are My User's Guides? PC Tune-up and Repair for help with qualified support specialists using your PC. 2 Use the support tools preinstalled right on your desktop, or click Start, All Programs, and User's Guides...easy, and it offers: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific to : http://www.hp.com/support 4 Chat online with setting up technical support 800-890-5128 Broadband customer service and technical support 888-829-...
Warranty and Support Guide: In Home
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... driver updates, troubleshooting, support alerts and important security information, go to: www.register.hp.com NOTE: You can contact Total Care by pressing the Ctrl, Alt, and S keys on your limited warranty period. Documentation is on the keyboard at : www.subscription.support.hp.com Where to : www.hp...-1447 - Click the registration icon on your desktop or go to Get Help HP offers a wide variety of service and support options, which are either in English, Spanish, and French (Canada only) at http://www.hp.com/support, on your PC product number, model number, and serial number...
... driver updates, troubleshooting, support alerts and important security information, go to: www.register.hp.com NOTE: You can contact Total Care by pressing the Ctrl, Alt, and S keys on your limited warranty period. Documentation is on the keyboard at : www.subscription.support.hp.com Where to : www.hp...-1447 - Click the registration icon on your desktop or go to Get Help HP offers a wide variety of service and support options, which are either in English, Spanish, and French (Canada only) at http://www.hp.com/support, on your PC product number, model number, and serial number...
Getting Started Guide
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... Home. 2 Click Copy, and then click Save Image. 3 Insert the CD or DVD from the HP Support Web site: http://www.hp.com/support NOTE: LightScribe creates a grayscale image similar to a black-and-white photograph. Get driver updates from which you will be created and choose the image type (.gi or .iso) to... an image file To make an image file. 4 Click Browse to select the location where the image file will need to update the driver software for your PC with many versions of the disc. Burning from an image file To burn a CD or DVD from an image file using Sonic DigitalMedia Plus...
... Home. 2 Click Copy, and then click Save Image. 3 Insert the CD or DVD from the HP Support Web site: http://www.hp.com/support NOTE: LightScribe creates a grayscale image similar to a black-and-white photograph. Get driver updates from which you will be created and choose the image type (.gi or .iso) to... an image file To make an image file. 4 Click Browse to select the location where the image file will need to update the driver software for your PC with many versions of the disc. Burning from an image file To burn a CD or DVD from an image file using Sonic DigitalMedia Plus...
Getting Started Guide
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.... Getting messages After you through the Support Web site under the information for your desktop. Here you can view messages as they arrive or read a previously received message, ...Most Support updates delivered by HP to bring you important information for your PC: • Product notice • System updates • Tip • Special offers for your PC Messages arrive while you're ... (select models only). You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your PC is an Internet-based service provided by Compaq Connections...
.... Getting messages After you through the Support Web site under the information for your desktop. Here you can view messages as they arrive or read a previously received message, ...Most Support updates delivered by HP to bring you important information for your PC: • Product notice • System updates • Tip • Special offers for your PC Messages arrive while you're ... (select models only). You can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about your PC is an Internet-based service provided by Compaq Connections...
Getting Started Guide
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... CDs 54 connecting a TV 29 multi-channel speakers 3-connectors 12 multi-channel speakers 6-connectors 15 connectors PC back 2 symbols on chassis 2 copying CDs and DVDs 57 country/region codes 48 creating CDs 51,...in multiple sessions 55 CDs and DVDs 56 files archiving 58 burning tips 56 verifying integrity 56 desktop 6 82 Getting Started Guide digital images, managing 41 digital picture 25, 41 work area 42...iTunes 61 with LightScribe 61 Documentation folder 77 double-sided DVD 46 drive HP Personal Media Drive 35, 38 driver updates, LightScribe 59 DVD player, multi-channel audio 14 DVDs archive ...
... CDs 54 connecting a TV 29 multi-channel speakers 3-connectors 12 multi-channel speakers 6-connectors 15 connectors PC back 2 symbols on chassis 2 copying CDs and DVDs 57 country/region codes 48 creating CDs 51,...in multiple sessions 55 CDs and DVDs 56 files archiving 58 burning tips 56 verifying integrity 56 desktop 6 82 Getting Started Guide digital images, managing 41 digital picture 25, 41 work area 42...iTunes 61 with LightScribe 61 Documentation folder 77 double-sided DVD 46 drive HP Personal Media Drive 35, 38 driver updates, LightScribe 59 DVD player, multi-channel audio 14 DVDs archive ...
Getting Started Guide
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...(MyDVD) 74 G gallery 42 H hard disk drive connecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC 36 Help onscreen Help and Support 78 Help and Support 78 Help button 7 HP Image Zone tab definitions 42 HP Image Zone Express 41 HP Organize 6 HP Personal Media Drive 35 activity and power lights 37 automatic on...types of buttons 7 using 7 L labeling discs adhesive labels 62 burnt with iTunes 61 with LightScribe 59 LightScribe compatible media 59 disc labeling 59 driver updates 59 labeling iTunes discs 61 requirements 60 M M4A files 52 manuals, on the Web 77 memory card reader card types 25 using 25 ...
...(MyDVD) 74 G gallery 42 H hard disk drive connecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC 36 Help onscreen Help and Support 78 Help and Support 78 Help button 7 HP Image Zone tab definitions 42 HP Image Zone Express 41 HP Organize 6 HP Personal Media Drive 35 activity and power lights 37 automatic on...types of buttons 7 using 7 L labeling discs adhesive labels 62 burnt with iTunes 61 with LightScribe 59 LightScribe compatible media 59 disc labeling 59 driver updates 59 labeling iTunes discs 61 requirements 60 M M4A files 52 manuals, on the Web 77 memory card reader card types 25 using 25 ...
Getting Started Guide
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...information to your new PC 5 turning on PC first time 3 TV connecting 29 disconnecting 34 TV-out 29 cables 29 connecting a TV set 29 disabling TV option 32 viewing PC image on TV 30 U Updates from HP, using 78 updates, LightScribe drivers 59 updating, system 78 USB connecting an HP Personal Media Drive to... the PC 35 User button 7 user interfaces 68 V VCD bitrate 74 burning 74 playing ...
...information to your new PC 5 turning on PC first time 3 TV connecting 29 disconnecting 34 TV-out 29 cables 29 connecting a TV set 29 disabling TV option 32 viewing PC image on TV 30 U Updates from HP, using 78 updates, LightScribe drivers 59 updating, system 78 USB connecting an HP Personal Media Drive to... the PC 35 User button 7 user interfaces 68 V VCD bitrate 74 burning 74 playing ...