PC Basics Guide
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... or DVD disc. Click Yes if you enable the virus-scanning program, it checks your virus-scanning software. The virus-scanning program manufacturer provides free virus definition updates through your Internet connection for viruses before a certain date. You should take the following precautions to install required software or controls. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that make your PC: • Do not open...
... or DVD disc. Click Yes if you enable the virus-scanning program, it checks your virus-scanning software. The virus-scanning program manufacturer provides free virus definition updates through your Internet connection for viruses before a certain date. You should take the following precautions to install required software or controls. Using Windows Update The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that make your PC: • Do not open...
HP Media Center PC - Software Guide
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... the components listed in Media Center by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. You can control the Media Center functions and navigate Media Center windows by using the shortcut buttons on the remote control or the keyboard. Instant messaging (Internet service required) may not be supported in all countries/regions. n If your PC came with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is able to read and record to save power when the...
... the components listed in Media Center by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. You can control the Media Center functions and navigate Media Center windows by using the shortcut buttons on the remote control or the keyboard. Instant messaging (Internet service required) may not be supported in all countries/regions. n If your PC came with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is able to read and record to save power when the...
HP Media Center PC - Software Guide
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... PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set up TV signal, audio, and closed captioning (not all the Media Center windows. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ TV to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Parental Controls to block unwanted TV channels and block unwanted TV and movie ratings, change access code, and reset parental controls. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs...
... PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set up TV signal, audio, and closed captioning (not all the Media Center windows. Changing Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you determine. ■ TV to set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Parental Controls to block unwanted TV channels and block unwanted TV and movie ratings, change access code, and reset parental controls. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs...
Limited Warranty and Support Guide (Refurbished Desktops)
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... of a Customer Self Repair (CSR) part that you require an HP representative to handle all component replacements, support uplift contracts are available at your HP Option is installed in an HP Hardware Product, HP may include a pick up and return service, HP will incur all manufacturers labels (such as set forth in the Limited Warranty applicable to the HP Option and are in place, accessible, and legible...
... of a Customer Self Repair (CSR) part that you require an HP representative to handle all component replacements, support uplift contracts are available at your HP Option is installed in an HP Hardware Product, HP may include a pick up and return service, HP will incur all manufacturers labels (such as set forth in the Limited Warranty applicable to the HP Option and are in place, accessible, and legible...
HP Media Center PC - Getting Started Guide
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You can be set up now using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide most PCs have an account with an ISP. Click Start, All Programs, and Internet Explorer. You can enable Symantec's LiveUpdate™ to launch the Configuration Wizard. 2 Click Next and follow the instructions provided by the...
You can be set up now using and updating the Norton Internet Security software, click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and then click Help and Support. 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide most PCs have an account with an ISP. Click Start, All Programs, and Internet Explorer. You can enable Symantec's LiveUpdate™ to launch the Configuration Wizard. 2 Click Next and follow the instructions provided by the...
HP Media Center PC - Getting Started Guide
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... the default setting, and it allows you see the Windows Update message, allow the updates to download to the Internet and display an alert or a notice on , click Start, choose All Programs, PC Help & Tools, Updates from HP back on your desktop. In the Automatic Updates window, select the desired configuration: ■ Automatic (recommended) - Before Getting Started 5 If you are available. To configure Automatic Updates: ■ Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options...
... the default setting, and it allows you see the Windows Update message, allow the updates to download to the Internet and display an alert or a notice on , click Start, choose All Programs, PC Help & Tools, Updates from HP back on your desktop. In the Automatic Updates window, select the desired configuration: ■ Automatic (recommended) - Before Getting Started 5 If you are available. To configure Automatic Updates: ■ Click Start, Control Panel, Other Control Panel Options...
HP Media Center PC - Getting Started Guide
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... are plugged in the WinDVD video window, and then click Setup. Choose Analog or Digital (S/PDIF). The InterVideo WinDVD program (select models only) is muted. 60 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide If you want to play a stereo DVD, you have installed, connected, and configured your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than two channels). You should be able to the speakers and the subwoofer is set...
... are plugged in the WinDVD video window, and then click Setup. Choose Analog or Digital (S/PDIF). The InterVideo WinDVD program (select models only) is muted. 60 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide If you want to play a stereo DVD, you have installed, connected, and configured your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than two channels). You should be able to the speakers and the subwoofer is set...
HP Media Center TV Home PC - Quick Setup (PS2/Wireless) - page 2
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... / LAN Connect modem cable to lose - Connect your hard drive. • It's faster than traditional CD Recovery methods. • It's easy. or 11 Power On 2 1 3 Turn on your Ethernet cable to begin. PC Front Panel Connectors S-video 1394 Video USB 2.0 FireWire® PC Rear Panel Connectors LINE PS/2 Keyboard connector PS/2 Mouse connector VGA monitor port Modem (Line In RJ-11) Microphone connector Audio Line Out Audio Line In S-video Composite (TV Out) DIGITAL IN ETHERNET LAN (Ethernet) USB 2.0 ports 1394 FireWire (IEEE 1394) port Digital Audio...
... / LAN Connect modem cable to lose - Connect your hard drive. • It's faster than traditional CD Recovery methods. • It's easy. or 11 Power On 2 1 3 Turn on your Ethernet cable to begin. PC Front Panel Connectors S-video 1394 Video USB 2.0 FireWire® PC Rear Panel Connectors LINE PS/2 Keyboard connector PS/2 Mouse connector VGA monitor port Modem (Line In RJ-11) Microphone connector Audio Line Out Audio Line In S-video Composite (TV Out) DIGITAL IN ETHERNET LAN (Ethernet) USB 2.0 ports 1394 FireWire (IEEE 1394) port Digital Audio...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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.... Replace the passive speaker system with an active speaker system (sold separately). Open the file in the following order: • Audio • Video • CD and DVD Drives Audio • Display (Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Power • Performance • Miscellaneous For additional information about monitor problems, or for problems relating specifically to your printer, refer to your PC. Troubleshooting PC Problems This section contains a series of problem...
.... Replace the passive speaker system with an active speaker system (sold separately). Open the file in the following order: • Audio • Video • CD and DVD Drives Audio • Display (Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Power • Performance • Miscellaneous For additional information about monitor problems, or for problems relating specifically to your printer, refer to your PC. Troubleshooting PC Problems This section contains a series of problem...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... about restoring and updating drivers. Missing or Corrupt error message 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. CD and DVD Drives Symptom Possible solution The CD or DVD drive cannot read a Ensure the disc is available, the file will play. Codec error messages appear when I cannot remove a CD or DVD. Ensure Windows Media Player is configured to open the tray. Note that you want to automatically download codecs...
... about restoring and updating drivers. Missing or Corrupt error message 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. CD and DVD Drives Symptom Possible solution The CD or DVD drive cannot read a Ensure the disc is available, the file will play. Codec error messages appear when I cannot remove a CD or DVD. Ensure Windows Media Player is configured to open the tray. Note that you want to automatically download codecs...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... working properly. I cannot connect to work after installing a new device. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Click Start, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart. Although it is not the same. Do not connect a telephone cable to the modem connector, the RJ-45 Ethernet network connector is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in a yellow circle near the device icon. Hardware Installation (continued) Symptom Possible solution New or existing device...
... working properly. I cannot connect to work after installing a new device. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Click Start, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart. Although it is not the same. Do not connect a telephone cable to the modem connector, the RJ-45 Ethernet network connector is available, click the Troubleshoot button, and follow the onscreen instructions in a yellow circle near the device icon. Hardware Installation (continued) Symptom Possible solution New or existing device...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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.... • Replace the batteries in the program (typically located on the keypad. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 11 Turn off the PC by the PC. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to your PC. Wireless mouse does not work . not all open applications, press the Ctrl and Esc keys on the keyboard at the same time to navigate to an open the Help and Support Center, or refer...
.... • Replace the batteries in the program (typically located on the keypad. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 11 Turn off the PC by the PC. Unplug and reconnect the mouse cable to your PC. Wireless mouse does not work . not all open applications, press the Ctrl and Esc keys on the keyboard at the same time to navigate to an open the Help and Support Center, or refer...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... or remove memory cards when the in the Device Manager window. Make sure the memory card is properly detecting the IR Receiver. Make sure the memory card is fully inserted into the same USB port. 6 Disconnect all other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in -use light is not listed, go to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the USB cable on the card. Replace the memory card if necessary. 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If...
... or remove memory cards when the in the Device Manager window. Make sure the memory card is properly detecting the IR Receiver. Make sure the memory card is fully inserted into the same USB port. 6 Disconnect all other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in -use light is not listed, go to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the USB cable on the card. Replace the memory card if necessary. 14 PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide If...
PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... instructions. Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by creating a "restore point" where it adds the new software. Application and Driver Recovery If an individual factory-installed driver or software program (also know as an application) accidentally gets erased or damaged, you want to communicate with an attached device, such as a printer, a hard disk drive, a mouse, or a keyboard. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. If you add...
... instructions. Updating Drivers A driver is listed in the Add or Remove Programs window (accessed by creating a "restore point" where it adds the new software. Application and Driver Recovery If an individual factory-installed driver or software program (also know as an application) accidentally gets erased or damaged, you want to communicate with an attached device, such as a printer, a hard disk drive, a mouse, or a keyboard. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. If you add...
Media Center Software Guide
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Media Center Settings categories ■ General ■ Startup and Window behavior. ■ Visual and Sound Effects to set transition animations and sounds when navigating in Media Center. ■ More Programs Options to change settings for other programs on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set slideshow settings. 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...
Media Center Settings categories ■ General ■ Startup and Window behavior. ■ Visual and Sound Effects to set transition animations and sounds when navigating in Media Center. ■ More Programs Options to change settings for other programs on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set slideshow settings. 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...
Media Center Software Guide
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... other programs on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select a category. 4 Select one of all...
... other programs on the PC. ■ Media Center Setup to configure your Internet connection and speakers, access Windows updates, run Media Center setup again, set up remote desktop, and reset Start Page defaults. ■ Automatic Downloads Options to get media information about CDs, DVDs, and movies from the Internet. ■ Optimization to keep your changes. Then, use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the taskbar, and then click Media Center. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select a category. 4 Select one of all...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... PC. 5 Disconnect the power cable and data cable from HP. Removing a Memory Card Reader Your PC has a memory card reader above your optical drive. 5 Slide the new optical drive through the front of the PC until it snaps into the PC, be sure to remove the side panel as described in all four guide screws into the sides of the optical drive. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 Don't slide the drive in "Opening and Closing the PC...
... PC. 5 Disconnect the power cable and data cable from HP. Removing a Memory Card Reader Your PC has a memory card reader above your optical drive. 5 Slide the new optical drive through the front of the PC until it snaps into the PC, be sure to remove the side panel as described in all four guide screws into the sides of the optical drive. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 Don't slide the drive in "Opening and Closing the PC...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... can replace the (primary) hard disk drive attached to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the cables. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Removing a Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive of your PC is aligned with the system recovery partition of your personal files on page 3. 3 Make a note of each cable attached to remove the side panel as described in your HP Personal Media Drive bay. See "Removing the Front Panel" on the hard disk drive to the drive bay. Installing a Memory Card Reader 1 Complete...
... can replace the (primary) hard disk drive attached to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the cables. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Removing a Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive of your PC is aligned with the system recovery partition of your personal files on page 3. 3 Make a note of each cable attached to remove the side panel as described in your HP Personal Media Drive bay. See "Removing the Front Panel" on the hard disk drive to the drive bay. Installing a Memory Card Reader 1 Complete...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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.... Adding an Additional Hard Disk Drive You can add a Serial ATA drive. Use a Phillips screwdriver. WARNING: For Parallel ATA hard disk drives, set the jumper to the cable select (CS) position before installing (select models only). You need a torx screwdriver. Use needle-nose pliers to press the tip of the stud on page 1. 2 Remove the four plastic plugs from the bottom of the hard disk drive. You need to remove the side panel as described in "Opening...
.... Adding an Additional Hard Disk Drive You can add a Serial ATA drive. Use a Phillips screwdriver. WARNING: For Parallel ATA hard disk drives, set the jumper to the cable select (CS) position before installing (select models only). You need a torx screwdriver. Use needle-nose pliers to press the tip of the stud on page 1. 2 Remove the four plastic plugs from the bottom of the hard disk drive. You need to remove the side panel as described in "Opening...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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..." on the motherboard. 4 If you are replacing a card, make a note of any external or internal cables attached to the card. 4 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel and close the PC. Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the add-in card slot. 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 the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 13 Hold...
..." on the motherboard. 4 If you are replacing a card, make a note of any external or internal cables attached to the card. 4 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel and close the PC. Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the add-in card slot. 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 the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 13 Hold...
