Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... 7 Antenna Lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of time, unplug the product from lightning and power line surges. TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product...
... 7 Antenna Lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of time, unplug the product from lightning and power line surges. TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product...
User Guide
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... the way. All cabling is preset for computer users. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 Connect power to the electrical power system. If you purchased your new location before installing and connecting the computer to the computer. 4 Turn on the computer...
... the way. All cabling is preset for computer users. See "Preparing to Use Your Computer" on page 13. Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 Connect power to the electrical power system. If you purchased your new location before installing and connecting the computer to the computer. 4 Turn on the computer...
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... LED indicates a valid connection. DVI Recommended for connecting to the computer. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 3 This wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). HDMI Recommended for connecting to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with the display device...
... LED indicates a valid connection. DVI Recommended for connecting to the computer. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to an HDMI monitor or TV display. HDMI display output connector, to connect to the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 3 This wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). HDMI Recommended for connecting to the computer. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI adapter to connect a display with the display device...
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... wireless connection. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is included with an Internet connection. Lit green when there is a valid network connection NOTE: Your Ethernet connector may have only one indicator light. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button® , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet...
... wireless connection. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is included with an Internet connection. Lit green when there is a valid network connection NOTE: Your Ethernet connector may have only one indicator light. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start button® , click Help and Support, and then type setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet...
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... Use Your Computer 15 most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). If you set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the Internet: Sign up the computer for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting...
... Use Your Computer 15 most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). If you set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable security features to the Internet: Sign up the computer for Internet service during the initial setup, do so now by the ISP. To check a wireless LAN device installation, see "Connecting...
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... store it in Windows 7 must be set in a file on Windows 7 passwords: Click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type passwords into the Search Help box and press Enter. Antivirus software. Do not store passwords in the Windows 7 operating system on page 25. Protecting Your Computer Protect your information. A password set . You can be entered at a Windows 7 prompt. See "Using the Help and Support Center" on the computer...
... store it in Windows 7 must be set in a file on Windows 7 passwords: Click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type passwords into the Search Help box and press Enter. Antivirus software. Do not store passwords in the Windows 7 operating system on page 25. Protecting Your Computer Protect your information. A password set . You can be entered at a Windows 7 prompt. See "Using the Help and Support Center" on the computer...
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... the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type viruses into the Search Help box and press Enter. Configuring the Computer for using the Automatic Updates feature. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to computer viruses. Antivirus software can disable or damage the operating system, software...
... the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type viruses into the Search Help box and press Enter. Configuring the Computer for using the Automatic Updates feature. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to computer viruses. Antivirus software can disable or damage the operating system, software...
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... peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with cable)" on page 32 "Wireless keyboard and mouse" on page 33 "Audio and speakers" on page 36 "Internet access" on page 37 "CD and DVD drives" on page 38 "Video" on page 40 "Hardware installation" on page 41 "Performance" on page 42 "Wireless devices" on page 43 "Remote control" on page 44 "Memory card reader" on page 48. Refer to the Help and Support Center or access the Support...
... peripheral-specific problems, such as issues with cable)" on page 32 "Wireless keyboard and mouse" on page 33 "Audio and speakers" on page 36 "Internet access" on page 37 "CD and DVD drives" on page 38 "Video" on page 40 "Hardware installation" on page 41 "Performance" on page 42 "Wireless devices" on page 43 "Remote control" on page 44 "Memory card reader" on page 48. Refer to the Help and Support Center or access the Support...
User Guide
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... battery cover, remove the old batteries, insert new alkaline batteries, replace the battery cover, and then turn the mouse off, take off the Num Lock light. I cannot move the cursor using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or for resynchronization. Replace the batteries in Suspend mode, which the ball moves. Use a mouse pad, white sheet of the mouse with a lint-free cloth (not paper). For detailed cleaning instructions...
... battery cover, remove the old batteries, insert new alkaline batteries, replace the battery cover, and then turn the mouse off, take off the Num Lock light. I cannot move the cursor using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within 30 cm (12 inches) during initial setup or for resynchronization. Replace the batteries in Suspend mode, which the ball moves. Use a mouse pad, white sheet of the mouse with a lint-free cloth (not paper). For detailed cleaning instructions...
User Guide
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... headphone connector. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 36 Getting Started (features vary by model) Audio and speakers Symptom No sound is enabled. Press the Mute button on . Or 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the keyboard. The Volume Mixer settings window opens. 2 If programs are using...
... headphone connector. To resume from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the taskbar, and then click Open Volume Mixer. Replace the non-powered speakers with powered speakers. 36 Getting Started (features vary by model) Audio and speakers Symptom No sound is enabled. Press the Mute button on . Or 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the keyboard. The Volume Mixer settings window opens. 2 If programs are using...
User Guide
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... type of the tray to open. 3 Select Eject from most computer stores. For detailed information about restoring and updating drivers, see "Updating drivers" on your ISP, and start the desired program. To use a minidisc with a tray that is installed in a vertical position, standard-sized discs fit into the recess inside the computer. CD and DVD drives Symptom Possible solution The CD or DVD drive cannot read a disc...
... type of the tray to open. 3 Select Eject from most computer stores. For detailed information about restoring and updating drivers, see "Updating drivers" on your ISP, and start the desired program. To use a minidisc with a tray that is installed in a vertical position, standard-sized discs fit into the recess inside the computer. CD and DVD drives Symptom Possible solution The CD or DVD drive cannot read a disc...
User Guide
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... the Internet to play video files that you must be corrupt or in an unsupported format. Your DVD player cannot play certain video files. Open the file in a supported format. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Start button. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Windows Media Player Help and search for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to automatically download...
... the Internet to play video files that you must be corrupt or in an unsupported format. Your DVD player cannot play certain video files. Open the file in a supported format. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Start button. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to open Windows Media Player Help and search for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to automatically download...
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.../support Ensure that all cables are not bent. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 41 You can also reconfigure or disable devices to integrate the device with administrative privileges. Turn off the computer, turn on the external device, and then turn on the computer to resolve the resource conflict. Disable the automatic settings in the operating system for accepting the changes. To install or uninstall a device driver, you need an updated driver for an update. Choose a user...
.../support Ensure that all cables are not bent. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 41 You can also reconfigure or disable devices to integrate the device with administrative privileges. Turn off the computer, turn on the external device, and then turn on the computer to resolve the resource conflict. Disable the automatic settings in the operating system for accepting the changes. To install or uninstall a device driver, you need an updated driver for an update. Choose a user...
User Guide
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... software repairs are experiencing software problems: Updating drivers (see the following methods for dirt or material that was in use before the current software problem existed. Microsoft System Restore (see "System Recovery" on page 46) - Restores your hard disk drive. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 45 System recovery (see "Microsoft System Restore" on page 50) - Ensure the memory card is simply to repair software problems is fully inserted into the correct slot. Inspect the ends of the supported types...
... software repairs are experiencing software problems: Updating drivers (see the following methods for dirt or material that was in use before the current software problem existed. Microsoft System Restore (see "System Recovery" on page 46) - Restores your hard disk drive. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 45 System recovery (see "Microsoft System Restore" on page 50) - Ensure the memory card is simply to repair software problems is fully inserted into the correct slot. Inspect the ends of the supported types...
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... onscreen instructions. NOTE: Always use before the current software problem existed. To start a System Restore: 1 Close all open the Device Manager window. 3 Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the system recovery program. Updating drivers A driver is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before it records the computer settings at that was in use this by model) The...
... onscreen instructions. NOTE: Always use before the current software problem existed. To start a System Restore: 1 Close all open the Device Manager window. 3 Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of the driver if the new one does not solve your computer, use the system recovery program. Updating drivers A driver is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before it records the computer settings at that was in use this by model) The...
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E Ethernet LAN connector 3 F firewall 18 H hardware troubleshooting installation 41-42 HDMI-to-DVI 3 headphones connecting 5 Help and Support 25 Hibernate mode 14 HP Advisor 26 I Internet connection 6-7 security 18 troubleshooting 37-38 IR blaster 12 connection, enable 44 receiver 12 K keyboard wired connecting 2 troubleshooting 32 wireless troubleshooting 33-35 L LAN (local area network) antenna 6 connecting 3 connecting wireless LAN device 6 setting up 6 LightScribe 23 locking the computer 14 M maintenance tasks 48 memory card reader troubleshooting 44 memory card reader, using 21 microphone...
E Ethernet LAN connector 3 F firewall 18 H hardware troubleshooting installation 41-42 HDMI-to-DVI 3 headphones connecting 5 Help and Support 25 Hibernate mode 14 HP Advisor 26 I Internet connection 6-7 security 18 troubleshooting 37-38 IR blaster 12 connection, enable 44 receiver 12 K keyboard wired connecting 2 troubleshooting 32 wireless troubleshooting 33-35 L LAN (local area network) antenna 6 connecting 3 connecting wireless LAN device 6 setting up 6 LightScribe 23 locking the computer 14 M maintenance tasks 48 memory card reader troubleshooting 44 memory card reader, using 21 microphone...
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... Restore, Microsoft 46 system recovery discs, making 49, 50 T television see TV transferring information to your new computer 20 troubleshooting audio 36 CD/DVD drive 38-40 hardware installation 41-42 Internet connection 37-38 keyboard (wired) 32 keyboard (wireless) 33-35 memory card reader 44 monitor 31 mouse (wired) 32 mouse (wireless) 33-35 power 31 remote control 44 speakers 36 startup 30 system performance 42 video 40 wireless devices 43 turning off computer 14 TV connecting to computer 7-11 U updating drivers 46 system 18 Windows 7 18 V VGA...
... Restore, Microsoft 46 system recovery discs, making 49, 50 T television see TV transferring information to your new computer 20 troubleshooting audio 36 CD/DVD drive 38-40 hardware installation 41-42 Internet connection 37-38 keyboard (wired) 32 keyboard (wireless) 33-35 memory card reader 44 monitor 31 mouse (wired) 32 mouse (wireless) 33-35 power 31 remote control 44 speakers 36 startup 30 system performance 42 video 40 wireless devices 43 turning off computer 14 TV connecting to computer 7-11 U updating drivers 46 system 18 Windows 7 18 V VGA...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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... your Windows® desktop (to indicate that the computer was working correctly before it leaves our factory. In addition, we have any problems setting up . Thank you intend to the setup poster included with since it on, immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this document and search for quality and reliability. Go to meet your specific needs. During...
... your Windows® desktop (to indicate that the computer was working correctly before it leaves our factory. In addition, we have any problems setting up . Thank you intend to the setup poster included with since it on, immediately contact the HP Customer Care Center listed earlier in this document and search for quality and reliability. Go to meet your specific needs. During...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide - Refurbished
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... the HP Hardware Product. or (g) by modification or service by virus infection; (f) from which the serial number has been removed or that shipped with (a) a replacement unit of HP's choosing that manifests a defect in performance or (b) to follow the instructions intended for defective products. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN SOFTWARE INSTALLED BY HP WHEN...
... the HP Hardware Product. or (g) by modification or service by virus infection; (f) from which the serial number has been removed or that shipped with (a) a replacement unit of HP's choosing that manifests a defect in performance or (b) to follow the instructions intended for defective products. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN SOFTWARE INSTALLED BY HP WHEN...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...-001* *584963-001* Printed in HP Touchsmart300 PC Upgrading and Servicing Guide Replacing a Wireless Keyboard or Mouse .......2 Before You Begin 2 Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse 2 Replacing Batteries 3 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 6 Before You Begin 6 Computer Preparation 6 Removing the Memory 7 Installing a New Memory Card 8 Troubleshooting 9 Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive .. 12 Before You Begin 12 Computer Preparation 12 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 13 Installing a New Hard Disk Drive 14 Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive ..... 18 Before You Begin 18 Computer...
...-001* *584963-001* Printed in HP Touchsmart300 PC Upgrading and Servicing Guide Replacing a Wireless Keyboard or Mouse .......2 Before You Begin 2 Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse 2 Replacing Batteries 3 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 6 Before You Begin 6 Computer Preparation 6 Removing the Memory 7 Installing a New Memory Card 8 Troubleshooting 9 Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive .. 12 Before You Begin 12 Computer Preparation 12 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 13 Installing a New Hard Disk Drive 14 Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive ..... 18 Before You Begin 18 Computer...