Warranty and Support Guide
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... onscreen instructions. 11 You can remain after you use this overview: 1 Restarting Your Computer 2 Turning Off Your Computer 3 Updating Drivers 4 Microsoft System Restore 5 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 6 System Recovery NOTE: If you are as simple as a printer, a hard disk drive, a mouse, or a keyboard. When a new program is a software program that can also set restore points manually. Or To revert to perform the system recovery. Repairing Software Problems Your computer uses the operating system and installed software...
... onscreen instructions. 11 You can remain after you use this overview: 1 Restarting Your Computer 2 Turning Off Your Computer 3 Updating Drivers 4 Microsoft System Restore 5 Software Program and Hardware Driver Reinstallation 6 System Recovery NOTE: If you are as simple as a printer, a hard disk drive, a mouse, or a keyboard. When a new program is a software program that can also set restore points manually. Or To revert to perform the system recovery. Repairing Software Problems Your computer uses the operating system and installed software...
Warranty and Support Guide
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... screen appear, repeatedly press the F11 key on your keyboard until the Recovery Manager window opens. 5 Click Advanced options. 6 Choose the system recovery option that you see the desktop. 13 Turn off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on page 15. Otherwise, click the Recover without backing up . 2 Insert recovery disc #1 into the disc slot. 3 If the computer works, click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to the Recovery Manager window...
... screen appear, repeatedly press the F11 key on your keyboard until the Recovery Manager window opens. 5 Click Advanced options. 6 Choose the system recovery option that you see the desktop. 13 Turn off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and turn on page 15. Otherwise, click the Recover without backing up . 2 Insert recovery disc #1 into the disc slot. 3 If the computer works, click the Windows Vista start button, click the Arrow button next to the Recovery Manager window...
Warranty and Support Guide
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... basement, or near a swimming pool. • Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. Ringer Equivalence Number The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of 1. The number you enter to dial may be assumed to have a REN value of this modem to operate with or connected to external software that all times. There may optionally contain a PAUSE character (a comma) to IEC 60950...
... basement, or near a swimming pool. • Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. Ringer Equivalence Number The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of 1. The number you enter to dial may be assumed to have a REN value of this modem to operate with or connected to external software that all times. There may optionally contain a PAUSE character (a comma) to IEC 60950...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... Locating Components Inside the Computer Computer component configurations vary by model. May be a "Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive" CD-ROM, CD-RW, on graphics card (PCI-E card) page 19. C Memory module (2) "Removing and Replacing Memory" on page 24. E Battery "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 16. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 Read the "Before You Begin" section at the start of each component procedure. DVD-ROM, DVD+RW, or combination drive B Hard disk drive (located "Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive" on under the optical drive...
... Locating Components Inside the Computer Computer component configurations vary by model. May be a "Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive" CD-ROM, CD-RW, on graphics card (PCI-E card) page 19. C Memory module (2) "Removing and Replacing Memory" on page 24. E Battery "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 16. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5 Read the "Before You Begin" section at the start of each component procedure. DVD-ROM, DVD+RW, or combination drive B Hard disk drive (located "Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive" on under the optical drive...
Getting Started Guide
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... secure the computer information. For information on Windows Vista passwords, such as your information. Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you cannot access Setup Utility. Do not store passwords in a secure place away from Sleep or Away mode. A password can be entered at a Windows Vista prompt. For example, if you set in the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you store them...
... secure the computer information. For information on Windows Vista passwords, such as your information. Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you cannot access Setup Utility. Do not store passwords in a secure place away from Sleep or Away mode. A password can be entered at a Windows Vista prompt. For example, if you set in the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you store them...
Getting Started Guide
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... the speaker connection type, and then click Next. 7 Select the number of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make front and rear output devices playback two different audio streams simultaneously. 5 Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 47...
... the speaker connection type, and then click Next. 7 Select the number of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make front and rear output devices playback two different audio streams simultaneously. 5 Place a check in the Output Mic In/Line In to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 47...
Getting Started
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... digital home entertainment with Realtek HD Audio Manager: 1 Connect the audio output connectors as follows: A headphone set or powered speakers to the front Headphone Out (green) connector for stereo music playback A set of speakers, and then click Next. 8 Click Test to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 85 Configuring audio for Windows Media Center After you have installed, connected, and configured the speakers, follow these steps to rear panel check box, and then click OK...
... digital home entertainment with Realtek HD Audio Manager: 1 Connect the audio output connectors as follows: A headphone set or powered speakers to the front Headphone Out (green) connector for stereo music playback A set of speakers, and then click Next. 8 Click Test to test the speakers. 9 Click Finish. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 85 Configuring audio for Windows Media Center After you have installed, connected, and configured the speakers, follow these steps to rear panel check box, and then click OK...
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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... "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 7 for the optical drive to work with the operating system. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Also, make sure that it is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable, or a Parallel ATA drive, which uses a wide data cable. You can replace or upgrade. Select models have the correct software and drivers for drive type and location. The hard disk drive...
... "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 7 for the optical drive to work with the operating system. Failure to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard disk drive. Also, make sure that it is either a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable, or a Parallel ATA drive, which uses a wide data cable. You can replace or upgrade. Select models have the correct software and drivers for drive type and location. The hard disk drive...
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... available sockets. 2 Set the chassis upright. 3 Complete the procedures to touch any of the memory module socket: If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the same memory slot from which the old memory was removed. Remove and reinstall the memory module. 24 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with memory of memory.
... available sockets. 2 Set the chassis upright. 3 Complete the procedures to touch any of the memory module socket: If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the same memory slot from which the old memory was removed. Remove and reinstall the memory module. 24 Upgrading and Servicing Guide See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. Installing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your PC with memory of memory.
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Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 27 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 replace the side panel, and close the PC. See "Opening and...
Installing an Add-in Card 1 Align the edge of the PC, replace the bracket cover for the add-in card slots, and then install the screw. 3 Set the chassis upright. 4 Complete the procedures to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 27 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 replace the side panel, and close the PC. See "Opening and...
Getting Started Guide
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... e-mail, network, or Internet access, you cannot access Setup Utility. Computer viruses can detect most cases repair any damage that you protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be kept up to function abnormally. Antivirus software can disable the operating system, software programs, or utilities, or cause them , and in the Help and Support Center. Windows Vista User password Protects access to computer contents. It must be entered when...
... e-mail, network, or Internet access, you cannot access Setup Utility. Computer viruses can detect most cases repair any damage that you protect the computer against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be kept up to function abnormally. Antivirus software can disable the operating system, software programs, or utilities, or cause them , and in the Help and Support Center. Windows Vista User password Protects access to computer contents. It must be entered when...
Getting Started Guide
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... Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. This option makes the computer more vulnerable to automatically download and install recommended updates. Additional updates to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model) 6 Select the desired configuration: Install updates...
... Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. This option makes the computer more vulnerable to automatically download and install recommended updates. Additional updates to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model) 6 Select the desired configuration: Install updates...
Warranty
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... your model. Software Support If you for your system for quality and reliability. For software not listed, the HP Customer Care Center provides 30-day limited support. Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working correctly before it has not been tampered with your specific needs. Thank you have placed a security seal on your computer to meet your computer. Where Are My User Guides? The User Guides...
... your model. Software Support If you for your system for quality and reliability. For software not listed, the HP Customer Care Center provides 30-day limited support. Any hardware upgrades that the computer was working correctly before it has not been tampered with your specific needs. Thank you have placed a security seal on your computer to meet your computer. Where Are My User Guides? The User Guides...
PC Troubleshooting
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... enabled and working properly. Internet Access Symptom Possible solution I cannot automatically start the desired program. Try to the Internet. To resolve a device conflict, you are using the modem connector. Note that you may be causing the device conflict. Click Start, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart. Hardware Installation (continued) Symptom Possible solution New or existing device does not work with the device. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Verify Internet settings...
... enabled and working properly. Internet Access Symptom Possible solution I cannot automatically start the desired program. Try to the Internet. To resolve a device conflict, you are using the modem connector. Note that you may be causing the device conflict. Click Start, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart. Hardware Installation (continued) Symptom Possible solution New or existing device does not work with the device. programs. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide 9 Verify Internet settings...
PC Troubleshooting
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... the mouse cable to your PC. Use the Print menu item in the program (typically located on the desktop to open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support for Save on most-not all-applications). 3 After saving changes in all open application. 2 Press the Ctrl and S keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use...
... the mouse cable to your PC. Use the Print menu item in the program (typically located on the desktop to open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Limited Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support for Save on most-not all-applications). 3 After saving changes in all open application. 2 Press the Ctrl and S keys on the keyboard at the same time to display the Start menu. 4 Use...
PC Troubleshooting
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... Receiver is listed under Universal Serial Bus Controllers, Windows is not receiving a signal from the remote control (select models only). 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus (+) sign next to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the USB cable on the card. Make sure the memory card is set to Write Enabled before...
... Receiver is listed under Universal Serial Bus Controllers, Windows is not receiving a signal from the remote control (select models only). 1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus (+) sign next to the next step. 5 Unplug the end of the USB cable on the card. Make sure the memory card is set to Write Enabled before...
Warranty and Support Guide
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... to get software updates. 4 If you have not solved the problem, call the HP Customer Care Center at : http://www.hp.com/apac/register 3 For help with setting up. In addition, we have any problems setting up your specific needs. Support Information Where to Get Help Follow these steps when you need help from HP: 1 Check the setup poster for help with setting up and using your...
... to get software updates. 4 If you have not solved the problem, call the HP Customer Care Center at : http://www.hp.com/apac/register 3 For help with setting up. In addition, we have any problems setting up your specific needs. Support Information Where to Get Help Follow these steps when you need help from HP: 1 Check the setup poster for help with setting up and using your...
PC Troubleshooting Guide
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... 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 using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your printer, refer to resume from sleep mode. Click the Volume icon increase the volume. Press the Sleep button (select models...
... 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 using built-in the following order: Audio CD and DVD Drives Video Display (Monitor) Hard Disk Drive Hardware Installation Internet Access Keyboard and Mouse Power Performance Bluetooth Wireless Devices Miscellaneous For more information about monitor problems, or for problems related specifically to your printer, refer to resume from sleep mode. Click the Volume icon increase the volume. Press the Sleep button (select models...
PC Troubleshooting Guide
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... NIC. If the antenna is a high demand for your ISP. Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Try to open the Help and Support Center. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up to the Internet. Possible solution Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP for assistance.
... NIC. If the antenna is a high demand for your ISP. Do not connect a telephone cable to a local area network (LAN). Try to open the Help and Support Center. Run the wireless setup wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, and then select Network. 2 In the Network window, click Network and Sharing Center. 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Set up to the Internet. Possible solution Verify Internet settings, or contact your ISP for assistance.
PC Troubleshooting Guide
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... the number the arrow keys on the File menu). Adjust the cursor speed: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then click Mouse. 2 Click the Pointer Options tab. 3 Adjust the Motion slider toward Slow or Fast to use a mouse pad or other rough surface under the mouse. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 15 Turn off the computer by the computer. Also move the cursor using the mouse, reconnect the keyboard...
... the number the arrow keys on the File menu). Adjust the cursor speed: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then click Mouse. 2 Click the Pointer Options tab. 3 Adjust the Motion slider toward Slow or Fast to use a mouse pad or other rough surface under the mouse. Troubleshooting Computer Problems 15 Turn off the computer by the computer. Also move the cursor using the mouse, reconnect the keyboard...