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... for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by copyright. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by HP. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11n based on equipment that is not furnished by U.S. This document contains proprietary information that is...of this device to the version of June 2007. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. The specifications of HP. Hewlett-Packard Company P.O. If the final specifications differ from the draft specifications, it may be liable for Hewlett-Packard products...
... for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by copyright. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by HP. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 802.11n based on equipment that is not furnished by U.S. This document contains proprietary information that is...of this device to the version of June 2007. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. The specifications of HP. Hewlett-Packard Company P.O. If the final specifications differ from the draft specifications, it may be liable for Hewlett-Packard products...
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... 25 Accessing Support on the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 Maintenance ...48 Keeping...
... 25 Accessing Support on the Web 25 Finding Guides on the Web 25 Finding Onscreen Guides 26 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 26 Using HP Advisor Software 26 Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort 27 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 29 Troubleshooting Computer Problems 29 Software Troubleshooting 45 Maintenance ...48 Keeping...
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Setting Up Your Computer WARNING: The power supply is out of serious injury, read "Safety Notices" in the Regulatory and Safety Information document before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer. All cabling is preset for the country/region in a walkway or where it . Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 ...
Setting Up Your Computer WARNING: The power supply is out of serious injury, read "Safety Notices" in the Regulatory and Safety Information document before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read the Safety & Comfort Guide. NOTE: Do not connect or add other devices to the computer until after you turn on the computer. All cabling is preset for the country/region in a walkway or where it . Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer: 1 Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the computer. 2 Connect a display (monitor) to the computer. 3 ...
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Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 for additional printed details or updates regarding your computer. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the inputs and outputs of the surge protection device and then to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer. Connecting other devices with USB connectors. 2 Getting Started (features vary by using surge protection with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Keyboard (...
Use a power strip specifically labeled as well. Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 for additional printed details or updates regarding your computer. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the inputs and outputs of the surge protection device and then to the computer Some peripheral devices can plug into connectors on the back of the computer. Connecting other devices with USB connectors. 2 Getting Started (features vary by using surge protection with these signal inputs as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. Keyboard (...
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Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to a monitor. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for connecting to a TV. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to the Internet. This wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). HDMI Recommended for dial-up connections to the computer. DVI Recommended for connecting to an ...
Network Icon/label ETHERNET Description and function Ethernet LAN connector to connect to a monitor. Modem Icon/label Description and function Modem (Line In RJ-11) (select models only) to connect the computer modem to a telephone wall jack for connecting to a TV. HDMI-DVI HDMI-to-DVI adapter, to adapt a TV or a monitor video cable so it can connect to the Internet. This wired LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC). HDMI Recommended for dial-up connections to the computer. DVI Recommended for connecting to an ...
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Headphones and microphones are available separately. Some computers also have its own power source, such as a CD player. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the computer may include audio connectors on the computer appear in a multichannel audio configuration. For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect front left and front right analog speakers. May function as a microphone, webcam, or audio player. Line Side (gray) connector to connect side speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. ...
Headphones and microphones are available separately. Some computers also have its own power source, such as a CD player. NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on the computer may include audio connectors on the computer appear in a multichannel audio configuration. For detailed instructions about how to connect and configure other multichannel speakers, go to connect front left and front right analog speakers. May function as a microphone, webcam, or audio player. Line Side (gray) connector to connect side speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. ...
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Your computer comes with a headphones icon. Connecting a microphone Microphones are available separately. Setting Up Your Computer 5 NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the front of your computer. The headphones connector is labeled with a headphones connector (lime green) on the back of the computer (select models only). You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the front of the computer. Some models have a second microphone connector on the speaker system. Your computer comes with your computer (select models ...
Your computer comes with a headphones icon. Connecting a microphone Microphones are available separately. Setting Up Your Computer 5 NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the front of your computer. The headphones connector is labeled with a headphones connector (lime green) on the back of the computer (select models only). You can also connect headphones to the Audio Line Out connector (lime green) on the front of the computer. Some models have a second microphone connector on the speaker system. Your computer comes with your computer (select models ...
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Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model) Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet (RJ-45) connector on page 37. Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Internet access" on the back of the wireless radio signal. To verify that is included with an Internet connection. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is a valid network ...
Connecting to a Network This section describes connecting to a wireless network supporting IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n by model) Setting up a wired Ethernet network connection The Ethernet (RJ-45) connector on page 37. Lit green when there is installed on the computer correctly, see "Internet access" on the back of the wireless radio signal. To verify that is included with an Internet connection. Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box and press Enter. 6 Getting Started (features vary by using the antenna that the integrated WLAN device is a valid network ...
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NOTE: Your computer may need a modem connection. Use cables to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. TV signal source audio into the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 7 If you use a network connection, you may be a connector on the computer may not include all the cables you need for video/audio into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to use telephone dial-up connection to ...
NOTE: Your computer may need a modem connection. Use cables to connect: TV signal source coaxial cable for the television/video setup. TV signal source audio into the computer. Setting Up Your Computer 7 If you use a network connection, you may be a connector on the computer may not include all the cables you need for video/audio into the telephone service line wall jack connector. Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables (Select models only) This section describes how to connect the computer to a television and which cables to use telephone dial-up connection to ...
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Secondary right Audio In input connector (red). Video and audio input Icon/label S-Video Description and function S-video In connector to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a TV set -top box connector (red). Composite Video S-Video 2 Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect audio input from a TV set -top box output connector. Secondary left Audio In connector to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog ...
Secondary right Audio In input connector (red). Video and audio input Icon/label S-Video Description and function S-video In connector to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog video source. Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect video input from a TV set -top box connector (red). Composite Video S-Video 2 Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect audio input from a TV set -top box output connector. Secondary left Audio In connector to connect video input from a VCR, video camera, or other analog ...
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TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. Television input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to a TV. Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to connect TV antenna or cable input from...
TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive NTSC (National Television System Committee) channels, which are over -the-air digital transmission channels. Setting Up Your Computer 9 TV In connector for TV cable or antenna, to receive CATV (Community Antenna Television) channels or cable TV channels. Television input Icon/label TV/Cable Ant Description and function TV In connector to a TV. Television output Icon/label Analog Video Description and function Analog Video Out connector to connect S-video or composite video connector to connect TV antenna or cable input from...
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This enables the computer to change the channel on the set-top box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source without a set-top box To connect the computer into an existing setup for the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting the TV ...
This enables the computer to change the channel on the set-top box. See "Using an infrared receiver (IR) blaster" on page 12 for the TV signal source without a set-top box To connect the computer into an existing setup for the TV signal source with a set-top box (cable or satellite), insert (add) a splitter (B) to route the coaxial TV signal cable from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) Connecting the TV ...
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This enables the computer to the Audio In right (red) and left Audio In (analog) connectors Setting Up Your Computer 11 Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) H Computer S-video In connector J Computer right and left (white) connectors (J) on the computer. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set...
This enables the computer to the Audio In right (red) and left Audio In (analog) connectors Setting Up Your Computer 11 Callouts A TV signal cable (coaxial) wall outlet (from antenna or cable) B Splitter C Computer coaxial TV In connector D Video recorder E TV F Set-top box/satellite box G Remote control IR blaster cable (select models only) H Computer S-video In connector J Computer right and left (white) connectors (J) on the computer. Connect the remote control cable/IR blaster (select models only) (G) to the IR OUT connector on the computer, and then position the blaster on the set...
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Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the red IR IN connector on the front of the computer, you can receive a signal from the computer by model) Connect the external receiver to the IR OUT connector (3) on all models). Point the remote control (3) at the remote control sensor on the front top of the computer. 3 1 2 IR OUT IR IN 12 Using an external IR receiver (Select models only) If you do not have a cable TV or satellite TV set-top box, you can use an external IR receiver and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of the ...
Remove the tape (1) on the end of the blaster, adhere it to the red IR IN connector on the front of the computer, you can receive a signal from the computer by model) Connect the external receiver to the IR OUT connector (3) on all models). Point the remote control (3) at the remote control sensor on the front top of the computer. 3 1 2 IR OUT IR IN 12 Using an external IR receiver (Select models only) If you do not have a cable TV or satellite TV set-top box, you can use an external IR receiver and place the IR receiver in a location with a direct line of the ...
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Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the external speakers, if they are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for this section. For help with getting started using your computer, see the Windows 7 desktop, the initial setup is complete. NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on ...
Preparing to Use Your Computer After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the external speakers, if they are physically located, and wait while the computer makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to 30 minutes for this section. For help with getting started using your computer, see the Windows 7 desktop, the initial setup is complete. NOTE: If you skip some steps during the initial setup procedure or decline some options, you turn on the computer: 1 Turn on the monitor. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Turn on ...
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The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you left off. Restarting the Computer When you : 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). The computer can resume quickly. You can set the power management timers to put it into either Sleep or Hibernate mode, if it is available. If it or put the computer automatically into a reduced-power state. Or Quickly press the On button on the keyboard to enter sleep mode. This may require that you had open are restored to ...
The computer has these reduced power states: Sleep mode saves your work where you left off. Restarting the Computer When you : 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a broadband modem (DSL or cable). The computer can resume quickly. You can set the power management timers to put it into either Sleep or Hibernate mode, if it is available. If it or put the computer automatically into a reduced-power state. Or Quickly press the On button on the keyboard to enter sleep mode. This may require that you had open are restored to ...
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If you already have an account with an ISP. You can use one or more of ISPs; Using wireless security features When you did not set up a network, use any Web browser; Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Set security on page 37. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). The most computers have issues connecting to the Internet. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services, and then click Get Online. When setting up the computer for Internet service during the ...
If you already have an account with an ISP. You can use one or more of ISPs; Using wireless security features When you did not set up a network, use any Web browser; Change the default network name (SSID) and password. Set security on page 37. most common security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). The most computers have issues connecting to the Internet. b Click All Programs. c Click Online Services, and then click Get Online. When setting up the computer for Internet service during the ...
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For help with the sound level, close the window by clicking the X in the upper-right corner. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to use in Windows 7. NOTE: When you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to set speaker volume, use in Windows 7: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the Windows 7 taskbar to the Support Web site; Adjusting microphone recording level in Windows 7 To adjust the recording level of the audio input from the device, Windows 7 may recognize each as a microphone input. If you would ...
For help with the sound level, close the window by clicking the X in the upper-right corner. Selecting the Microphone The microphone connector on your computer is ready to use in Windows 7. NOTE: When you have more information, open the Help and Support Center or refer to set speaker volume, use in Windows 7: 1 Right-click the Volume icon on the Windows 7 taskbar to the Support Web site; Adjusting microphone recording level in Windows 7 To adjust the recording level of the audio input from the device, Windows 7 may recognize each as a microphone input. If you would ...