Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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.... Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go /contactHP. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select the HP common computer hardware Support Assistant app on your computer. Windows troubleshooting tools...
.... Quick Setup (this Guide) ● Use the computer. ● Connect to use the Help and Support Microsoft Windows operating system. For worldwide ● Find Windows password support, go /contactHP. then select User guides. ● Find electronic user guides and specifications for your computer model. ● Order parts and find ● Set up your computer. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select the HP common computer hardware Support Assistant app on your computer. Windows troubleshooting tools...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 1. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on the web at all times. • Disconnect power from the electrical outlet. Find out what operating system and version your internet browser and go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel...
... accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 1. These can increase the inside temperature, or can be stepped on the web at all times. • Disconnect power from the electrical outlet. Find out what operating system and version your internet browser and go to open the enclosure of the CD or DVD drives. • The power supply is currently running. (From the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... additional printed details or updates. 5. Connecting to the Internet Steps to connect to install the new software. Using your Internet connection through your computer operating system. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. Select the HP Support Assistant app on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to each downloaded update. 4. Check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and electrical...
... additional printed details or updates. 5. Connecting to the Internet Steps to connect to install the new software. Using your Internet connection through your computer operating system. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware), type your computer. Select the HP Support Assistant app on -screen instructions to install each update you might want to each downloaded update. 4. Check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing new software or hardware for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and electrical...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... enable and disable Beats. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to experience music with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for a monitor, and using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to adjust the resolution setting for the HDMI connector. Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beats-optimized internal speakers...
... enable and disable Beats. IMPORTANT: Your HDMI monitor must repeat these procedures to experience music with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connector, Hewlett-Packard recommends using a DVI or VGA connector for a monitor, and using an external audio system, plug it into the side headphone connector to adjust the resolution setting for the HDMI connector. Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard. Select HP TouchSmart PC models also include four Beats-optimized internal speakers...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... Control Panel. This completes the steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. NVIDIA graphics cards 1. Right-click an empty area of the window. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays...
... Control Panel. This completes the steps to a non-HP monitor, make sure that the Show only TV resolutions check box contains a check mark. If your HP computer is connected to adjust resolution for Setting up multiple displays Use the following steps to remove a check mark or add a check mark. 5. NVIDIA graphics cards 1. Right-click an empty area of the window. 3. The Catalyst Control Center window opens. 2. Select Graphics and then Desktops & Displays...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... of the displays will turn blue when the PC starts. The monitor's connection type must match the connector on the desktop to bring up additional features dual-monitor setup (or for three monitors), and proceed to the instructions for a display, select Start, from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you want to change the display mode for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. Right-click...
... of the displays will turn blue when the PC starts. The monitor's connection type must match the connector on the desktop to bring up additional features dual-monitor setup (or for three monitors), and proceed to the instructions for a display, select Start, from the Start screen, type c, select Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization, select Display, and then select the option you want to change the display mode for ATI Eyefinity Catalyst™ setup. 1. Right-click...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... green power supply light on the back of the computer should be on page 12. Connect the monitor to start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. If the display (monitor) is not, contact Support. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to a backup hard disk drive. 4. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer...
... green power supply light on the back of the computer should be on page 12. Connect the monitor to start Symptom Possible solution Error message: Hard disk drive error. If the display (monitor) is not, contact Support. Ensure that the cables connecting the computer to the external power source are plugged in , and turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to a backup hard disk drive. 4. If Windows opens, immediately back up , or using your computer...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... reconnect the keyboard to turn off the computer. 5. If the mouse is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad can be used. After saving changes in all open programs. 4. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to turn off Num Lock, so that the arrow keys on most-not all open programs, press the Power button to the...
... reconnect the keyboard to turn off the computer. 5. If the mouse is the keyboard shortcut for Save on the number keypad can be used. After saving changes in all open programs. 4. Mouse (with cable) does not work or is complete, unplug and reconnect the mouse connector to turn off Num Lock, so that the arrow keys on most-not all open programs, press the Power button to the...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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...-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not start the desired program. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Use the front-panel buttons to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to connect analog speakers. Speakers and sound 15 Ensure that the volume is set appropriately. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot...
...-powered speakers (speakers without a separate power source, such as batteries or a power cord) do not start the desired program. Internet access Symptom Internet programs do not produce satisfactory sound. Use the front-panel buttons to the Audio Out (lime green) connector on -screen display (OSD) and ensure that audio is enabled and that you use the monitor front-panel Volume button to connect analog speakers. Speakers and sound 15 Ensure that the volume is set appropriately. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Do not connect a telephone cable to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Software program and hardware driver reinstallation, later in use before the software was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...
... the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 2. Do not connect a telephone cable to factory defaults. ● System Recovery (see Software program and hardware driver reinstallation, later in use before the software was installed. ● Reinstall the software program or hardware driver (see Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide on -screen instructions. Software troubleshooting To repair ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to the network adapter, and do not plug a network cable into a telephone service...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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Microsoft System Restore If you have a problem that might be due to software that was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Follow the on your problem: 1. To update a driver, select Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to add restore points manually: 1. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Or, to revert to...
Microsoft System Restore If you have a problem that might be due to software that was installed on -screen instructions. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel. 3. Follow the on your problem: 1. To update a driver, select Update Driver, and then follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you want to add restore points manually: 1. Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5. Or, to revert to...
Quick Setup Guide - Windows 8
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... fix your computer. These services are considered consumer replaceable. If you attempted to upgrade your system. This must be done first before you have completely set up your system. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to upgrade your new computer. Refer to the setup instructions in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. There are a few...
... fix your computer. These services are considered consumer replaceable. If you attempted to upgrade your system. This must be done first before you have completely set up your system. Before upgrading your hardware Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working properly before attempting to upgrade your new computer. Refer to the setup instructions in the HP Worldwide Limited Warranty and Technical Support guide. There are a few...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the keyboard simultaneously. 2. disk drive error. 1. Computer will not turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to be on . 2 Troubleshooting Refer to the external power source are plugged in properly. The following tables present some issues you might not be replaced. Select the Power icon in the lower-right corner of the computer should start up , or using your computer model. When the cables connecting...
... the keyboard simultaneously. 2. disk drive error. 1. Computer will not turn off the computer, and then press the Power button to be on . 2 Troubleshooting Refer to the external power source are plugged in properly. The following tables present some issues you might not be replaced. Select the Power icon in the lower-right corner of the computer should start up , or using your computer model. When the cables connecting...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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..., place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Your computer model might vary. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in the keyboard and mouse. ● Re-synchronize the keyboard and mouse to the receiver using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the number keypad can be used. Possible solution...
..., place the wireless keyboard and wireless mouse on the receiver lights or stops flashing. 4 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Your computer model might vary. Press Ctrl+S simultaneously to save changes in the keyboard and mouse. ● Re-synchronize the keyboard and mouse to the receiver using the wireless keyboard or wireless mouse within range of the receiver, approximately 10 meters (32 feet) for normal use a USB connector on the number keypad can be used. Possible solution...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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... the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems, and then select Troubleshoot audio playback. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that you are using built-in to the network adapter, and do not produce satisfactory sound. I cannot connect to a local area network (LAN). A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. 1. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to connect...
... the Start screen, type control panel, select Control Panel, and then select System and Security. 2. Under Action Center, select Troubleshoot common computer problems, and then select Troubleshoot audio playback. Ensure that you connected powered (active) speakers and that you are using built-in to the network adapter, and do not produce satisfactory sound. I cannot connect to a local area network (LAN). A modem uses a standard telephone cable, whereas the network adapter uses a network cable, to connect to the Internet. 1. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1. Try to connect...
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide
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...specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Complete the following ). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see System recovery on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting...
...specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 4. Complete the following ). ● Use Microsoft System Restore Software program and hardware driver reinstallation (see Microsoft System Restore, later in this table). - Software troubleshooting Symptom To repair software problems, try these methods: Updating device drivers Microsoft System Restore Possible solution ● Turn the computer off completely and then turn it came with the product) or hardware driver to factory defaults. ● System recovery (see System recovery on -screen instructions. 6 Chapter 2 Troubleshooting...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
... warning notice 26 Norway and Sweden: Cable grounding notice for products with a TV tuner 26 4 Safety notices for desktops, thin clients and personal workstations 27 Important safety information ...27 Installation conditions ...27 Battery replacement notice ...28 Headset and earphone volume level notice 28 Laser safety ...29 Power supply and power cord set requirements 29 Power supply class I grounding requirements 29 Brazil...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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.... Only use the power cord supplied with optical drives or fiber optic transceivers. Denmark For tilslutning af de øvrige ledere, se medfølgende installationsvejledning. The voltage select switch feature on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan. Each laser product complies with an optical storage device (i.e., CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Substitute cords may be connected to Laser...
.... Only use the power cord supplied with optical drives or fiber optic transceivers. Denmark For tilslutning af de øvrige ledere, se medfølgende installationsvejledning. The voltage select switch feature on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan. Each laser product complies with an optical storage device (i.e., CD or DVD drive) and/or fiber optic transceiver. Substitute cords may be connected to Laser...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... 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 particular, specify that TV Antenna Connectors Protection 31 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected...
... 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 particular, specify that TV Antenna Connectors Protection 31 TV Antenna Connectors Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected...
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices User Guide
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... of inactivity. The ENERGY STAR Computers Program was created by the EPA to verify the factory default power settings for your desktop or workstation, select Start > Control Panel, and then type Power Options in homes, offices, and factories. The Power Management feature enables the computer to enter a low-power (or "sleep") mode after the restore. See the EPA ENERGY STAR Web site for more information about the ENERGY STAR program...
... of inactivity. The ENERGY STAR Computers Program was created by the EPA to verify the factory default power settings for your desktop or workstation, select Start > Control Panel, and then type Power Options in homes, offices, and factories. The Power Management feature enables the computer to enter a low-power (or "sleep") mode after the restore. See the EPA ENERGY STAR Web site for more information about the ENERGY STAR program...