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... and save the computer model and serial numbers, all installed options, and other information about the computer. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before you use an antistatic wrist strap and stand on a conductive foam pad when working on the ... Upgrading and Servicing Guide 1 Failure to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Start Here Before you use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver when opening and closing the HP TouchSmart PC, to make it easier to http://www.hp.com/support for product information. These procedures assume familiarity with the...
... and save the computer model and serial numbers, all installed options, and other information about the computer. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before you use an antistatic wrist strap and stand on a conductive foam pad when working on the ... Upgrading and Servicing Guide 1 Failure to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Start Here Before you use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver when opening and closing the HP TouchSmart PC, to make it easier to http://www.hp.com/support for product information. These procedures assume familiarity with the...
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... evaluated for connection to an "IT" power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to the earth, according to locate components of the HP TouchSmart PC. WARNING: Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. WARNING: Take care when lifting or moving your system to the electrical power system. WARNING: Please...
... evaluated for connection to an "IT" power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to the earth, according to locate components of the HP TouchSmart PC. WARNING: Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. WARNING: Take care when lifting or moving your system to the electrical power system. WARNING: Please...
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...internal system components to cool before touching them. 3 After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter (A) from the HP TouchSmart PC. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. 2 Tap the ... and Servicing Guide 3 Opening the Computer To avoid injury and equipment damage, always complete the following steps in order, when opening the HP TouchSmart PC. 1 Remove all media and external devices (CDs, DVDs, memory cards, USB devices, pocket media drive, and external hard disk...
...internal system components to cool before touching them. 3 After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter (A) from the HP TouchSmart PC. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. 2 Tap the ... and Servicing Guide 3 Opening the Computer To avoid injury and equipment damage, always complete the following steps in order, when opening the HP TouchSmart PC. 1 Remove all media and external devices (CDs, DVDs, memory cards, USB devices, pocket media drive, and external hard disk...
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4 Remove the connector cover by inserting your finger under the gap on a soft flat surface. HP recommends that you set down on the bottom-left side of the HP TouchSmart PC. 6 Place the computer face-down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from scratches or other attached cables from the back of the cover (A), and then pulling gently. A 5 Disconnect all other damage. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
4 Remove the connector cover by inserting your finger under the gap on a soft flat surface. HP recommends that you set down on the bottom-left side of the HP TouchSmart PC. 6 Place the computer face-down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from scratches or other attached cables from the back of the cover (A), and then pulling gently. A 5 Disconnect all other damage. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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...-DIMMs (small outline dual in the following requirements before removing and replacing the memory module. Removing and Replacing a Memory Module Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with the key slot circled is shown in -line memory modules). A memory module with random access memory (RAM), ... replace. The motherboard contains sockets for specific memory module information and specifications, go to www.hp.com/support CAUTION: Using the wrong type of memory module your computer. The HP TouchSmart PC ships with one or two memory modules that you begin Observe the following illustration.
...-DIMMs (small outline dual in the following requirements before removing and replacing the memory module. Removing and Replacing a Memory Module Your HP TouchSmart PC comes with the key slot circled is shown in -line memory modules). A memory module with random access memory (RAM), ... replace. The motherboard contains sockets for specific memory module information and specifications, go to www.hp.com/support CAUTION: Using the wrong type of memory module your computer. The HP TouchSmart PC ships with one or two memory modules that you begin Observe the following illustration.
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... module. See "Removing a Memory Module" on page 8. 2 Align the new memory module with memory of the contacts. Replacing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your HP TouchSmart PC with the socket, so that the key slot on the connector edge is the same as the memory originally installed. Both memory modules can...
... module. See "Removing a Memory Module" on page 8. 2 Align the new memory module with memory of the contacts. Replacing a Memory Module Upgrade the memory in your HP TouchSmart PC with the socket, so that the key slot on the connector edge is the same as the memory originally installed. Both memory modules can...
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... shield (A), and then lift the shield up any personal files on page 1. See "Start Here" on the hard disk drive to prepare the HP TouchSmart PC. The hard disk drive is a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable. Failure to the Limited Warranty..., Support, and System Recovery Guide included with your HP TouchSmart PC. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the procedures to an external storage device, such as a DVD. B A 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide...
... shield (A), and then lift the shield up any personal files on page 1. See "Start Here" on the hard disk drive to prepare the HP TouchSmart PC. The hard disk drive is a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive, which uses a narrow data cable. Failure to the Limited Warranty..., Support, and System Recovery Guide included with your HP TouchSmart PC. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the procedures to an external storage device, such as a DVD. B A 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide...
Getting Started Guide
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Table of Contents Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information vi Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 HP TouchSmart PC Features...1 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC 2 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Removing the connector cover 6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC 6 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the ...Wireless Keyboard or Mouse 11 Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse 12 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off 13 Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Changing Power Settings ...14 Connecting to the Internet...14 Setting up...
Table of Contents Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information vi Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 HP TouchSmart PC Features...1 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC 2 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Removing the connector cover 6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC 6 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the ...Wireless Keyboard or Mouse 11 Synchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse 12 Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off 13 Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Changing Power Settings ...14 Connecting to the Internet...14 Setting up...
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......27 Installing a Security Lock ...28 Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen 29 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 29 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 30 Using the HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart software 31 Navigating in HP TouchSmart 32 Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in ...39 Uploading your photos to Snapfish 40 Printing your photos...40 Editing your photos...41 Creating an optical disc of your photos 42 HP TouchSmart Music ...42 Selecting a music library ...42 Playing your CDs ...43 Music controls...43 Creating a playlist of your favorite songs ...
......27 Installing a Security Lock ...28 Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen 29 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 29 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 30 Using the HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart software 31 Navigating in HP TouchSmart 32 Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in ...39 Uploading your photos to Snapfish 40 Printing your photos...40 Editing your photos...41 Creating an optical disc of your photos 42 HP TouchSmart Music ...42 Selecting a music library ...42 Playing your CDs ...43 Music controls...43 Creating a playlist of your favorite songs ...
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... a handwritten or typed note 54 Creating a voice note ...54 Deleting text and voice notes 55 HP TouchSmart Weather ...56 Displaying the temperature and forecast for a city 56 HP TouchSmart Clock ...56 Displaying the time for up to three locations 57 HP TouchSmart RSS Reader ...57 Setting up RSS feeds ...57 Importing a list of RSS feeds ...58...
... a handwritten or typed note 54 Creating a voice note ...54 Deleting text and voice notes 55 HP TouchSmart Weather ...56 Displaying the temperature and forecast for a city 56 HP TouchSmart Clock ...56 Displaying the time for up to three locations 57 HP TouchSmart RSS Reader ...57 Setting up RSS feeds ...57 Importing a list of RSS feeds ...58...
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...and then tap Help and Support. vi Getting Started Connect to use the Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system. Learn about HP TouchSmart and other software. Where to find additional troubleshooting help. Watch and record TV programs on the computer. Order parts and find Setup poster... Guide Help and Support Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap Help and Support, and then tap the User Guides icon. Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Type of information Set up your printed documentation, tap the Windows Vista start button™ , tap Help and Support, and...
...and then tap Help and Support. vi Getting Started Connect to use the Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system. Learn about HP TouchSmart and other software. Where to find additional troubleshooting help. Watch and record TV programs on the computer. Order parts and find Setup poster... Guide Help and Support Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap Help and Support, and then tap the User Guides icon. Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Type of information Set up your printed documentation, tap the Windows Vista start button™ , tap Help and Support, and...
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Your computer may not exactly match the illustrations and descriptions in this guide. *High-definition (HD) content is required to Know the HP TouchSmart PC HP TouchSmart PC Features The HP TouchSmart PC is a fun and engaging touch-enabled high-performance computer built into a high-definition* 25.5-inch diagonal widescreen display. Features and configurations vary by model....11n networking, and high-quality speakers. Getting to your favorite music, edit your digital photos, or watch your fingertips, you can listen to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 Using your favorite home video.
Your computer may not exactly match the illustrations and descriptions in this guide. *High-definition (HD) content is required to Know the HP TouchSmart PC HP TouchSmart PC Features The HP TouchSmart PC is a fun and engaging touch-enabled high-performance computer built into a high-definition* 25.5-inch diagonal widescreen display. Features and configurations vary by model....11n networking, and high-quality speakers. Getting to your favorite music, edit your digital photos, or watch your fingertips, you can listen to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 1 Using your favorite home video.
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...x 1200 and a fast response time of 5 ms.** The display is sturdy and responsive. Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by Hewlett-Packard's component manufacturers; Most current DVDs do not provide HD images. **All specifications represent... the typical specifications provided by model CD EDF C G B P A O H I J K L N M Item Description A LCD display optimized The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 25.5-in (64.8-cm) diagonal for an elegant touch experience. colors are brighter and images are lifelike. Your fingertip...
...x 1200 and a fast response time of 5 ms.** The display is sturdy and responsive. Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by Hewlett-Packard's component manufacturers; Most current DVDs do not provide HD images. **All specifications represent... the typical specifications provided by model CD EDF C G B P A O H I J K L N M Item Description A LCD display optimized The HP TouchSmart PC integrates a state-of-the-art 25.5-in (64.8-cm) diagonal for an elegant touch experience. colors are brighter and images are lifelike. Your fingertip...
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... computer. Getting to 2 feet (one-half meter) away from your existing wireless network. L IR receiver window Infrared (IR) receiver window, located on your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for your music, photos, videos, or the Web. I HP TouchSmart button Turn on the lower-right ...the lower right side of the computer toward the back, accommodates any HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately), for the following memory cards: Mini SD, RS MMC, Micro SD, MS-Duo, and MS Duo Pro. Your memory card reader also supports adapters for storing and transferring...
... computer. Getting to 2 feet (one-half meter) away from your existing wireless network. L IR receiver window Infrared (IR) receiver window, located on your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for your music, photos, videos, or the Web. I HP TouchSmart button Turn on the lower-right ...the lower right side of the computer toward the back, accommodates any HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately), for the following memory cards: Mini SD, RS MMC, Micro SD, MS-Duo, and MS Duo Pro. Your memory card reader also supports adapters for storing and transferring...
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... DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-R/RW. Read and play CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD Audio, DVD+/-R dual layer (DL), DVD-Video, and Video CD. *HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for a powerful media experience when listening to your... N Wireless keyboard and mouse O Internal speakers P Slot-loading optical drive (located on back side panel) Description (continued) Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. Watch your favorite DVD, or listen to music, or when watching your CD collection.
... DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-R/RW. Read and play CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD Audio, DVD+/-R dual layer (DL), DVD-Video, and Video CD. *HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for a powerful media experience when listening to your... N Wireless keyboard and mouse O Internal speakers P Slot-loading optical drive (located on back side panel) Description (continued) Sleek wireless keyboard and mouse fit under the HP TouchSmart PC. Watch your favorite DVD, or listen to music, or when watching your CD collection.
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...disk drives, digital cameras, and MP3 players. D Headphones Listen to music without disturbing anyone, by model A B C D Connector Function A Ambient light button The HP TouchSmart ambient light casts a colorful glow from the computer base. Tap the color you want. Change the color of the... HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by connecting your headphones to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Change the intensity of light either by tapping at the top or bottom of the color spectrum...
...disk drives, digital cameras, and MP3 players. D Headphones Listen to music without disturbing anyone, by model A B C D Connector Function A Ambient light button The HP TouchSmart ambient light casts a colorful glow from the computer base. Tap the color you want. Change the color of the... HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by connecting your headphones to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 5 Change the intensity of light either by tapping at the top or bottom of the color spectrum...
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... cameras, and MP3 players. Replace the connector cover by model A J B K C D E F L G M H I N Item Function A Pocket Media Drive bay Insert an HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately) into place. Removing the connector cover To remove the connector cover on the back of the computer, insert your wired... network. 6 Getting Started Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by aligning the hooks on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into the bay. ...
... cameras, and MP3 players. Replace the connector cover by model A J B K C D E F L G M H I N Item Function A Pocket Media Drive bay Insert an HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately) into place. Removing the connector cover To remove the connector cover on the back of the computer, insert your wired... network. 6 Getting Started Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by aligning the hooks on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into the bay. ...
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... not required if you do not use a set-top box. E Audio Line Out Connect external 2.0 and 2.1 powered speakers. I IR Emitter (Blaster) Adhere to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 7
... not required if you do not use a set-top box. E Audio Line Out Connect external 2.0 and 2.1 powered speakers. I IR Emitter (Blaster) Adhere to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 7
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H Optical disc drive activity Indicates optical disc drive is inserted with no card is flashing, do not remove your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Event Indicates an event reminder notification has been set from the wireless keyboard and mouse. Activity LED indicator lights AB C H D E F G ...
H Optical disc drive activity Indicates optical disc drive is inserted with no card is flashing, do not remove your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Event Indicates an event reminder notification has been set from the wireless keyboard and mouse. Activity LED indicator lights AB C H D E F G ...
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Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 9 Route the power cord through the notch in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into the back of the cover, and ... into the AC adapter (brick), and the power adapter cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes a cable-management feature behind the back connector cover. 1 Remove the connector cover on the back of the computer by inserting your finger under...
Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 9 Route the power cord through the notch in the computer stand, and then plug the power cord into the back of the cover, and ... into the AC adapter (brick), and the power adapter cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes a cable-management feature behind the back connector cover. 1 Remove the connector cover on the back of the computer by inserting your finger under...