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... a graphics card with these signal inputs, as having surge protection, or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or similar device. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by using the surge protection with an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector. If you use it...
... a graphics card with these signal inputs, as having surge protection, or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or similar device. Checking the Computer Installation Place the computer in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. Protect the monitor, computer, and connected accessories by using the surge protection with an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector. If you use it...
Getting Started
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..., and to the network router or LAN device. 2 With the computer turned on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a network through the network. 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on the back of the wireless radio signal. Lit...
..., and to the network router or LAN device. 2 With the computer turned on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Vista start button™ on , check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for further information. Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a network through the network. 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet (RJ-45) connector (A) on the back of the wireless radio signal. Lit...
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..., follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to the Internet. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time 19 You can verify that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have issues connecting to the Internet, see "Internet access" on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. most...
..., follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 3 Connect to the Internet. Turning On Your Computer for the First Time 19 You can verify that the integrated WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have issues connecting to the Internet, see "Internet access" on the taskbar. 2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center to open the Device Manager window. 3 Click Network adapters. most...
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... than one Windows Vista security feature. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type passwords into the Search Help box and press Enter. Critical security updates. Do not store passwords in a secure place. Passwords can use of the computer or user User password account Computer viruses Antivirus program Unauthorized access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and...
... than one Windows Vista security feature. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type passwords into the Search Help box and press Enter. Critical security updates. Do not store passwords in a secure place. Passwords can use of the computer or user User password account Computer viruses Antivirus program Unauthorized access to data Firewall program Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and...
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... can block access to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer, includes a firewall program. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, you must keep the operating system up to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you use firewall software: Windows Vista includes firewall software preinstalled on...
... can block access to information about computer viruses: Click the Windows Vista start button on the computer, includes a firewall program. See "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, you must keep the operating system up to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you use firewall software: Windows Vista includes firewall software preinstalled on...
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... user settings or passwords, or install software. Is not allowed to use most software and change other users or the security of the computer. For example, you can make changes to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 24 Getting Started (features vary by model) Is allowed to change system-wide settings, to access. Download all files on the computer, and to install software and drivers that the user is allowed to access all available updates...
... user settings or passwords, or install software. Is not allowed to use most software and change other users or the security of the computer. For example, you can make changes to password-protected files, folders, and settings. 24 Getting Started (features vary by model) Is allowed to change system-wide settings, to access. Download all files on the computer, and to install software and drivers that the user is allowed to access all available updates...
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... available USB connector. NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with your device for more information, click the Windows Vista start button on page 35. 26 Getting Started (features vary by model) Windows Easy Transfer software guides you to copy files and settings to a storage device or across the Easy Transfer Cable connected to your files and settings: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type...
... available USB connector. NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with your device for more information, click the Windows Vista start button on page 35. 26 Getting Started (features vary by model) Windows Easy Transfer software guides you to copy files and settings to a storage device or across the Easy Transfer Cable connected to your files and settings: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type...
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... may have included a software update CD. To open the software. Special Features of Your Computer 33 Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to use to create VCDs and DVDs that came with your computer. Copy and share video files. NOTE: The computer box may need to each of these programs, click the Windows Vista start button on some of...
... may have included a software update CD. To open the software. Special Features of Your Computer 33 Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to use to create VCDs and DVDs that came with your computer. Copy and share video files. NOTE: The computer box may need to each of these programs, click the Windows Vista start button on some of...
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... 44 "Audio and speakers" on page 47 "Internet access" on page 49 "CD and DVD players" on page 50 "Video" on page 52 "Hardware installation" on page 53 "Performance" on page 55 "Wireless devices" on page 55 "Remote control" on page 56 "Memory card reader" on page 60. The tables also provide possible solutions you may encounter while installing, starting up, or using your computer. Software repair information in "Repairing Software Problems" on...
... 44 "Audio and speakers" on page 47 "Internet access" on page 49 "CD and DVD players" on page 50 "Video" on page 52 "Hardware installation" on page 53 "Performance" on page 55 "Wireless devices" on page 55 "Remote control" on page 56 "Memory card reader" on page 60. The tables also provide possible solutions you may encounter while installing, starting up, or using your computer. Software repair information in "Repairing Software Problems" on...
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... Started (features vary by using the Recovery Manager, you ever need to recover the computer operating system by model) To change settings and hear sound from your display (monitor) to the computer, because the default setting is present. If you hear no sound from your monitor.) HDMI-connected display produces no check in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click an empty area on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your display. If it is the DVI connector...
... Started (features vary by using the Recovery Manager, you ever need to recover the computer operating system by model) To change settings and hear sound from your display (monitor) to the computer, because the default setting is present. If you hear no sound from your monitor.) HDMI-connected display produces no check in Windows Vista: 1 Right-click an empty area on the graphics card (select models only) to connect your display. If it is the DVI connector...
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... audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Adjust system volume. 3 If programs are connected to change settings and hear sound from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the keyboard. To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the keyboard to unmute. Turn off your software...
... audio connector, not a Line In or headphone connector. Or 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Adjust system volume. 3 If programs are connected to change settings and hear sound from Sleep mode, press the Sleep button (select models only), or press the Esc key on the keyboard. To increase the volume, click the Volume icon on the keyboard to unmute. Turn off your software...
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... assistance. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start automatically. For more information about connecting to open the Help and Support Center; Do not connect a telephone cable to a better position. see "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on page 35. If your system has an external antenna, try to make a dial-up a connection or network to the Internet, open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. A modem uses a standard telephone cable to...
... assistance. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start automatically. For more information about connecting to open the Help and Support Center; Do not connect a telephone cable to a better position. see "Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center" on page 35. If your system has an external antenna, try to make a dial-up a connection or network to the Internet, open the wizard. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. A modem uses a standard telephone cable to...
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.../DVD drive with the Eject button itself: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you insert the minidisc. 1 Face the front of the computer and lay the computer down inside the tray, and then press the front of media. Ensure the disc is installed in the tray. Turn on page 57. I cannot remove a CD or DVD...
.../DVD drive with the Eject button itself: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Computer. 2 Right-click the CD or DVD drive you insert the minidisc. 1 Face the front of the computer and lay the computer down inside the tray, and then press the front of media. Ensure the disc is installed in the tray. Turn on page 57. I cannot remove a CD or DVD...
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... on a DVD player. Open the file in a supported format. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) next to Sound, video and game controllers. 4 Right-click TV tuner (select models only), and then click Update Driver Software. 5 Select Search automatically for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to download the...
... on a DVD player. Open the file in a supported format. Error message: Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or Corrupt. 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) next to Sound, video and game controllers. 4 Right-click TV tuner (select models only), and then click Update Driver Software. 5 Select Search automatically for updated driver software. 6 Follow the instructions to download the...
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... accepting the changes. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 53 A new device does not work. For HP peripheral devices, visit the HP Web site. 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 cable or connector are properly and securely connected and that the pins in the operating system for Windows Vista. Ensure that all cables are not...
... accepting the changes. Troubleshooting and Maintenance 53 A new device does not work. For HP peripheral devices, visit the HP Web site. 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 cable or connector are properly and securely connected and that the pins in the operating system for Windows Vista. Ensure that all cables are not...
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... of the supported types: CompactFlash (I, II, and Microdrive), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or xD. Inspect the ends of the software, you are as simple as restarting your computer if you may support additional types, such as a printer, hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Repairing Software Problems Your computer uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal operation. Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or...
... of the supported types: CompactFlash (I, II, and Microdrive), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or xD. Inspect the ends of the software, you are as simple as restarting your computer if you may support additional types, such as a printer, hard disk drive, mouse, or keyboard. Repairing Software Problems Your computer uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal operation. Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or...
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... use the system recovery program. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Help and Support. 2 Type system restore in the Search Help box, and then press Enter. 58 Getting Started (features vary by creating a restore point where it adds the new software. 4 Double-click the specific item (for which you want to a previous restore point. When a new program is installed, the operating system...
... use the system recovery program. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then click Help and Support. 2 Type system restore in the Search Help box, and then press Enter. 58 Getting Started (features vary by creating a restore point where it adds the new software. 4 Double-click the specific item (for which you want to a previous restore point. When a new program is installed, the operating system...
Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... lightning and power line surges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper electrical grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire ENWW TV Antenna Connectors Protection 11 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to...
... lightning and power line surges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper electrical grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire ENWW TV Antenna Connectors Protection 11 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to...
Warranty
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... on the Web, by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in this computer. In addition, we have any problems setting up your computer. and for help with tools located on your computer, from your new computer. Refer to the setup poster included with it is working properly before attempting to upgrade your decision to help . 24...
... on the Web, by local law, covered under the terms and conditions listed in this computer. In addition, we have any problems setting up your computer. and for help with tools located on your computer, from your new computer. Refer to the setup poster included with it is working properly before attempting to upgrade your decision to help . 24...
Linux Addenda
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... the CD, locate the appropriate language subfolder, and then open on some features of the CD to access the documentation files. Documentation The Documentation and Utilities CD included with other operating systems. Hewlett-Packard does not provide support for your computer provides helpful information about software technical support. This computer does not include the Microsoft® Windows™ operating system. The...
... the CD, locate the appropriate language subfolder, and then open on some features of the CD to access the documentation files. Documentation The Documentation and Utilities CD included with other operating systems. Hewlett-Packard does not provide support for your computer provides helpful information about software technical support. This computer does not include the Microsoft® Windows™ operating system. The...