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...white paper. The OS remaps a reserved sector in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. For more information. Refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro ... from multiple locations across the hard drive. To address these issues, refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...
...white paper. The OS remaps a reserved sector in blue screens and/or continuous reboots. For more information. Refer to your software Help for HP ProtectTools, located at the following website: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&pro ... from multiple locations across the hard drive. To address these issues, refer to occur with increasing frequency, errors such as blue screens, application lockups, and other occurrences will result, because the HDD has reached the Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) ...
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... that have occurred during POST or when attempting to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
... that have occurred during POST or when attempting to access the drive Document the symptoms e.g. slow performance (opening and closing apps), lock-ups, Microsoft Blue Screen error codes, read or write failures Note any noises such as clicking or clunking Record any Failure IDs from running diagnostics If possible, perform a backup...
User Guide - Windows 8
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...is a powerful tool designed to explore your new Windows® features. See details in Connecting to a wired or wireless network. For more HP resources. See Using audio on page 19 for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Pressing the Windows logo key again will ...return you to the previous screen. ● If you can create a powerful presentation with the computer hardware and software. Fun things to get more information, see Connecting ...
...is a powerful tool designed to explore your new Windows® features. See details in Connecting to a wired or wireless network. For more HP resources. See Using audio on page 19 for information. ● Update or purchase antivirus software. Pressing the Windows logo key again will ...return you to the previous screen. ● If you can create a powerful presentation with the computer hardware and software. Fun things to get more information, see Connecting ...
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... locations. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. ● Specific warranty information about this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD,...2 Chapter 1 Starting right support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to information, and more, use this guide. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from ...
... locations. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. ● Specific warranty information about this guide, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides, or go to : ● North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD,...2 Chapter 1 Starting right support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to information, and more, use this guide. Resource Setup Instructions Windows 8 Basics guide Help and Support To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from ...
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... the System area, click Device Manager. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon. 2 ...know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. Finding your computer. Select System and Security, and...
... the System area, click Device Manager. Locating software ● To find out what software is included on your computer, from the Start screen, right-click or swipe from the top of the TouchPad to display the App bar, and then click the All apps icon. 2 ...know your computer Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type control, and then select Control Panel. 2. Front Component Speakers (2) Description Produce sound. Finding your computer. Select System and Security, and...
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... transmission, keep the area immediately around the antenna free from the list of apps. These notices are located in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is not visible from the outside of the... that applies to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antenna is in Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
... transmission, keep the area immediately around the antenna free from the list of apps. These notices are located in use the webcam, from the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is not visible from the outside of the... that applies to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). *The antenna is in Help and Support. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from obstructions.
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Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on .
Functions like the right button on an external mouse. Top TouchPad Component (1) (2) TouchPad on/off button TouchPad light (3) TouchPad zone (4) Left TouchPad button (5) Right TouchPad button Description Turns the TouchPad on or off. ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on the screen. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Moves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items on .
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From the Start screen, type power options. 2. If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down briefly ...
From the Start screen, type power options. 2. If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button down briefly ...
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Execute frequently used system functions. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays the Start screen. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
Execute frequently used system functions. Displays options for a selected object.` Top 11 Displays the Start screen. Displays system information when pressed in combination with the esc key. Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Action keys (5) Windows applications key Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
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... normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your computer To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module...
... normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your computer To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support from the battery bay. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module...
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... within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each device communicates directly with you wherever you can explore the globe and access information from the Start screen, type help you turn off . If the wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you get connected...
... within 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) of each device communicates directly with you wherever you can explore the globe and access information from the Start screen, type help you turn off . If the wireless light is white, at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you get connected...
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... share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of apps. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start...
... share an Internet connection, a printer, and files without requiring additional pieces of apps. To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP. From the Start screen, type network and sharing. 2. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start...
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... WLAN, see Help and Support. Take the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of both...
... WLAN, see Help and Support. Take the following equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from the Start screen, type help in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any suspicious items. Firewalls are concerned about the security of both...
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If the wireless light is white. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. Connecting to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. Select Set up a personal area network (PAN) of the taskbar. 3. ...
If the wireless light is white. Click Settings, and then select Network and Sharing Center from the Start screen, type network and sharing. Connecting to the equipment, do not see the Bluetooth software Help. Select Set up a personal area network (PAN) of the taskbar. 3. ...
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4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like ... select models, the optical drive also writes to make your music, and download and watch movies. Records video and captures still photographs. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on your computer. Or, to an optical disc...
4 Enjoying entertainment features Use your HP computer as an entertainment hub to socialize via the webcam, enjoy and manage your computer an even more powerful entertainment center, connect external devices like ... select models, the optical drive also writes to make your music, and download and watch movies. Records video and captures still photographs. From the Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of USB ports, see Using a USB device on your computer. Or, to an optical disc...
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...Help and Support from the list of apps. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as speakers or headphones. Using audio On your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start... the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. To connect high-definition speakers to create multimedia. For additional safety ...
...Help and Support from the list of apps. Connects an optional video or audio device, such as speakers or headphones. Using audio On your HP computer, you can attach wired speakers to your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos. ▲ To start... the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps. To connect high-definition speakers to create multimedia. For additional safety ...
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...video devices. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, see the computer screen image on the computer, using the correct cable. Select Hardware and Sound > Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, click the ...microphone To record audio, connect a microphone to watch streaming video from the list of the video ports on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to the correct port on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to connect...
...video devices. Connecting a VGA monitor or projector To see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, see the computer screen image on the computer, using the correct cable. Select Hardware and Sound > Sound. 3. When the Sound window opens, click the ...microphone To record audio, connect a microphone to watch streaming video from the list of the video ports on your computer: Using video Your HP computer is connected to the correct port on an external VGA monitor or projected for a presentation, connect a monitor or projector to connect...
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... the computer as shown. 2. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor To see the computer screen image on the external device only. Each time you need an HDMI cable, ... device to the following instructions. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device....
... the computer as shown. 2. Select Appearance and Personalization, and then select Adjust screen resolution under Display for best results. Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor To see the computer screen image on the external device only. Each time you need an HDMI cable, ... device to the following instructions. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of apps. Press f4 to alternate the screen image between 4 display states: ● PC screen only: View the screen image on the computer only. ● Duplicate: View the screen image simultaneously on both the computer and external device....
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... taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Connect one end of the external device, especially if you press f4, the display state changes. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the HDMI cable to the computer, you connect an HDMI TV to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. From the Start... screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. After you can then turn on the external device only. ...
... taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. Connect one end of the external device, especially if you press f4, the display state changes. NOTE: Adjust the screen resolution of the HDMI cable to the computer, you connect an HDMI TV to the HDMI port on the computer. 2. From the Start... screen, type control, and then select Control Panel from the list of the digital output device. 3. After you can then turn on the external device only. ...
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For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps.
For more information about using CyberLink PowerDVD, see the PowerDVD software Help. 24 Chapter 4 Enjoying entertainment features Managing your audio and video files CyberLink PowerDVD (select models only) helps you manage and edit your photo and video collections. ▲ To start CyberLink PowerDVD from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink PowerDVD from the list of apps.