Getting Started - HP Retail System series

1 Installing and customizing the software
If your computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this documentation do
not apply. Additional information is available in software Help after you install the operating system.
CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the computer until the operating system
is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and prevent the operating system from installing
properly.
Installing the Windows operating system
The rst time you turn on the computer, the operating system is installed automatically. This process takes
about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on which operating system is being installed. Carefully read and follow the
instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
CAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE
PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning o the computer during the installation process may damage the software
that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation.
Downloading Windows updates
1. To set up your Internet connection, select the Start button, select Microsoft Edge, and then follow the
instructions on the screen.
2. Locate and install updates and service packs.
Type update or windows update in the taskbar search box, and then select Check for updates.
– or –
Swipe from the right of the screen, select All settings and then select Update & security.
– or –
Select the Action Center icon in the notication area, at the far right of the taskbar, select All settings
and then select Update & security.
It is recommended that you install all of the critical updates and service packs.
3. After the updates have been installed, Windows will prompt you to reboot the machine. Be sure to save
any open les or documents before rebooting. Then select Yes to reboot the machine.
4. Run Windows Update monthly thereafter.
Installing or upgrading device drivers (Windows systems)
When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is complete, you must also
install the drivers for each of the devices.
If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specication with C:\i386, or use the Browse button in
the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. This action points the operating system to the appropriate drivers.
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