PC Basics Guide
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... you open Windows Update, click Start on the hard disk drive. Click Scan for an initial period after the initial free period expires. Install critical updates to maintain your PC files for viruses before a certain date. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that make your PC safe. You can purchase a subscription service for updates after your Internet connection for Available Updates and follow the onscreen instructions. The...
... you open Windows Update, click Start on the hard disk drive. Click Scan for an initial period after the initial free period expires. Install critical updates to maintain your PC files for viruses before a certain date. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that make your PC safe. You can purchase a subscription service for updates after your Internet connection for Available Updates and follow the onscreen instructions. The...
PC Basics Guide
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... Eject button on select model PCs. Introducing the PC 19 Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external storage device to suit your printer to work with your needs. If it requires. In many cases your PC automatically finds the printer driver necessary for the printer to install the specific printer driver that it does not, follow instructions that the light on the drive is...
... Eject button on select model PCs. Introducing the PC 19 Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external storage device to suit your printer to work with your needs. If it requires. In many cases your PC automatically finds the printer driver necessary for the printer to install the specific printer driver that it does not, follow instructions that the light on the drive is...
PC Basics Guide
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... the Software The operation of software: • The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which displays the desktop on the display monitor. The taskbar shows the Start button, a button for each open window so you empty it easy to open a folder or start a program. It has the taskbar (along one edge) and shortcut icons that appears on the monitor and controls your PC's hardware, peripherals, and software applications. • Software programs that...
... the Software The operation of software: • The Microsoft Windows XP operating system, which displays the desktop on the display monitor. The taskbar shows the Start button, a button for each open window so you empty it easy to open a folder or start a program. It has the taskbar (along one edge) and shortcut icons that appears on the monitor and controls your PC's hardware, peripherals, and software applications. • Software programs that...
PC Basics Guide
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... need an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ISPs usually charge a monthly fee for status: • ACTIVITY - A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port) B Ethernet indicator lights Setting Up the Ethernet Connection The Ethernet connection (may be called a network interface adapter, a Network Interface Card, or a NIC ) provides a high-speed, or broadband, connection to an Ethernet (10BaseT ) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT ) network. Some ISPs allow you can connect to the Internet through a traditional telephone dial-up modem, a LAN (local area network), cable...
... need an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ISPs usually charge a monthly fee for status: • ACTIVITY - A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port) B Ethernet indicator lights Setting Up the Ethernet Connection The Ethernet connection (may be called a network interface adapter, a Network Interface Card, or a NIC ) provides a high-speed, or broadband, connection to an Ethernet (10BaseT ) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT ) network. Some ISPs allow you can connect to the Internet through a traditional telephone dial-up modem, a LAN (local area network), cable...
PC Basics Guide
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..., 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using, 19 programs, uninstalling, 38 See turning off , 23 M microphone adjusting volume, 16 using, 15 modem connecting, 31 setting up, 31 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 , 9 keyboard keys alphanumeric, 9 arrow, 11 edit, 10 function keys, 10 numeric, 11 L logging off PC operating...
..., 8 power management settings, modifying, 5 printer using, 19 programs, uninstalling, 38 See turning off , 23 M microphone adjusting volume, 16 using, 15 modem connecting, 31 setting up, 31 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 , 9 keyboard keys alphanumeric, 9 arrow, 11 edit, 10 function keys, 10 numeric, 11 L logging off PC operating...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide (Refurbished Desktops)
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..., AND HP HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF TITLE AND 5 Advanced Unit 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. HP will incur all countries/regions. Failure to resolve the problem over...
..., AND HP HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF TITLE AND 5 Advanced Unit 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. HP will incur all countries/regions. Failure to resolve the problem over...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... drive C Memory card reader (select models) D Diskette (floppy) drive (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 Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the chassis front. 2 Press the panel onto the chassis at the top and at each side near the bottom until the panel snaps into an empty lower optical drive bay. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Failure to an external storage device...
... drive C Memory card reader (select models) D Diskette (floppy) drive (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 Replacing the Front Panel 1 Align the top of the chassis front. 2 Press the panel onto the chassis at the top and at each side near the bottom until the panel snaps into an empty lower optical drive bay. IMPORTANT: Before adding a new optical drive, make sure you have a second hard disk drive. Failure to an external storage device...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... 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 - Adding Memory Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which type and speed of DDR memory module depends on your Warranty and Support Guide and click the Support link. Connect to the secondary hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the motherboard. See "Opening and Closing...
... 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 - Adding Memory Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which type and speed of DDR memory module depends on your Warranty and Support Guide and click the Support link. Connect to the secondary hard disk drive. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on the motherboard. See "Opening and Closing...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that the latches on both latches of the memory module socket: • If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in card slots filled) must not exceed the total number of slots multiplied by model. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with all add-in the same memory slot from the memory socket. Removing or Installing an Add-In Card An add...
... type and speed as a PCI or an AGP card, that the latches on both latches of the memory module socket: • If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in card slots filled) must not exceed the total number of slots multiplied by model. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with all add-in the same memory slot from the memory socket. Removing or Installing an Add-In Card An add...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... not to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 9 The whole connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 4 Inside the PC, locate the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to remove the side panel. Store the old card in the anti-static packaging that contained your new card. 2 On the back of the PC, remove the screw from...
... not to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 9 The whole connector should be seated properly in the card slot. 4 Inside the PC, locate the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to remove the side panel. Store the old card in the anti-static packaging that contained your new card. 2 On the back of the PC, remove the screw from...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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Table of Contents PC Maintenance 1 Creating Data Backup Discs 1 Creating System Recovery Discs 1 Removing Unused Programs 1 Running the Disk Cleanup Program 1 Running the Disk Defragmenter Program 2 Checking for Hard Disk Drive Errors 2 Understanding Hard Disk Drive Space 2 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 3 Troubleshooting PC Problems 4 Audio ...4 Video ...5 CD and DVD Drives 5 Display (Monitor 7 Hard Disk Drive 8 Hardware Installation 8 Internet Access 9 Keyboard and Mouse 11 Power...12 Performance 13 Miscellaneous 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide iii
Table of Contents PC Maintenance 1 Creating Data Backup Discs 1 Creating System Recovery Discs 1 Removing Unused Programs 1 Running the Disk Cleanup Program 1 Running the Disk Defragmenter Program 2 Checking for Hard Disk Drive Errors 2 Understanding Hard Disk Drive Space 2 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 3 Troubleshooting PC Problems 4 Audio ...4 Video ...5 CD and DVD Drives 5 Display (Monitor 7 Hard Disk Drive 8 Hardware Installation 8 Internet Access 9 Keyboard and Mouse 11 Power...12 Performance 13 Miscellaneous 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide iii
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... settings. 4 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Scheduled Tasks. 5 Double-click Add Scheduled Task and then click Next. 6 Select Disk Cleanup from the Control Panel, try using the System Recovery discs that you should problems arise in use software that you want to remove, and click the Change/Remove button. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Creating Data Backup Discs You can use the CD or DVD burning software...
... settings. 4 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click Scheduled Tasks. 5 Double-click Add Scheduled Task and then click Next. 6 Select Disk Cleanup from the Control Panel, try using the System Recovery discs that you should problems arise in use software that you want to remove, and click the Change/Remove button. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. Creating Data Backup Discs You can use the CD or DVD burning software...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... Corrupt error message appears. 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) next to Sound, video and game controllers. 4 Double-click TV tuner (select models only). 5 Click the Driver tab, and then click Update Driver. 6 Select Install from a list or a specific location, and then click Next. 7 Remove the check mark from Search removable media...
... Corrupt error message appears. 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) next to Sound, video and game controllers. 4 Double-click TV tuner (select models only). 5 Click the Driver tab, and then click Update Driver. 6 Select Install from a list or a specific location, and then click Next. 7 Remove the check mark from Search removable media...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... connected and that is usually the user Owner.) 8 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Or Click Shut Down, and then click Restart. Press the Help ? You may need an updated driver for an update. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows XP. Ensure that all cables are not bent. Turn off the PC. Hard disk drive error message displays. button on the PC to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver...
... connected and that is usually the user Owner.) 8 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Or Click Shut Down, and then click Restart. Press the Help ? You may need an updated driver for an update. Contact the device vendor directly for Windows XP. Ensure that all cables are not bent. Turn off the PC. Hard disk drive error message displays. button on the PC to integrate the device with the device, or download and install the driver...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; doing so may also have an Ethernet network interface (also called a network interface card, or NIC) that your device is enabled and working properly. 6 If there is a device conflict. 9 Click the General tab to connect again later, or contact your ISP, and start Internet Log in a yellow circle near the device icon. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Click Start, click Turn Off...
... not plug a network cable into a telephone service line; doing so may also have an Ethernet network interface (also called a network interface card, or NIC) that your device is enabled and working properly. 6 If there is a device conflict. 9 Click the General tab to connect again later, or contact your ISP, and start Internet Log in a yellow circle near the device icon. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Click Start, click Turn Off...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... your changes in the wireless mouse. • Refer to the documentation that came with the mouse. not all open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to select Turn Off, and then press the Enter key. 6 After the shutdown is within the range of the receiver. • Replace the batteries in the selected application (Ctrl+S is not detected. Remove...
... your changes in the wireless mouse. • Refer to the documentation that came with the mouse. not all open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to select Turn Off, and then press the Enter key. 6 After the shutdown is within the range of the receiver. • Replace the batteries in the selected application (Ctrl+S is not detected. Remove...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... include a Software Repair Wizard (select models only). You must perform the procedures in the order listed here. • Restarting your PC • Turning off your hard disk drive. To turn it on page 18. • Contact HP Support to make the HP PC Recovery Tools CD. Repairing Software Problems Your PC uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal operation. As a backup, you can: • Make your PC by clicking Start, All...
... include a Software Repair Wizard (select models only). You must perform the procedures in the order listed here. • Restarting your PC • Turning off your hard disk drive. To turn it on page 18. • Contact HP Support to make the HP PC Recovery Tools CD. Repairing Software Problems Your PC uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal operation. As a backup, you can: • Make your PC by clicking Start, All...
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... also set them manually. If Compaq Application Recovery is a software program that of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1 Click Start, right-click on your PC includes the program. 16 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by clicking Start, Control Panel, and then Add or Remove Programs), the operating system automatically creates a restore point before using the Compaq Application Recovery program (select models only...
... also set them manually. If Compaq Application Recovery is a software program that of the driver if the new one does not solve your problem: 1 Click Start, right-click on your PC includes the program. 16 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by clicking Start, Control Panel, and then Add or Remove Programs), the operating system automatically creates a restore point before using the Compaq Application Recovery program (select models only...
Media Center Software Guide
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... Options to change settings for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your mouse, click Start on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select a category. 4 Select one of all the Media Center windows. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific...
... Options to change settings for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your mouse, click Start on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select a category. 4 Select one of all the Media Center windows. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific...
Media Center Software Guide
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... remote control to select an option or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your pictures and slideshows, and for viewing your changes. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set slideshow settings. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific time each day that you can change settings for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard...
... remote control to select an option or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your pictures and slideshows, and for viewing your changes. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ Pictures to set slideshow settings. The 10 Media Center Software Guide Optimization setting closes and then opens Media Center at a specific time each day that you can change settings for controlling sound and the display of the settings listed. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard...