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Start Here........................................... vii Introducing the Quick Start Guide .........1 Safety Information ................................................. 1 Using the Quick Start Guide................................... 3 Finding Additional Information ............................... 4 Setting Up the Computer .......................5 Turning On the Computer for the First Time............... 6 Registering with HP ............................................... 7 Getting Help................
Setting Up and Using the Internet ....... 33 Doing Common Tasks ........................ 49 Introducing the Internet ........................................ 33 What Is the Internet? ....................................... 33 What Is an ISP? .............................................. 34 What Is the World Wide Web? ........................ 34 What Is a URL?............................................... 35 What Is an E-Mail Address? ............................. 35 How Do I Search the Internet? .......
Getting HP Updates for the PC ............67 Informing You of Changes.................................... 67 Using HP Center to Receive Messages from HP....... 67 Starting HP Center .......................................... 68 Turning Off the HP Center Service..................... 68 Re-enabling the HP Center Service .................... 69 Resolving Problems ............................71 Troubleshooting ..................................................
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Start Here Start Here Welcome Thank you for becoming a member of the HP Pavilion home PC family. This “Start Here” section is an overview of some of the added software features and tools available on your HP Pavilion. The rest of this Quick Start Guide gives you information on how to use your computer. With this guide, you can use your computer with confidence. Note: The screens on your computer may not match the screens pictured on these pages. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.
Inventory Checklist PC Power cord Modem cable Keyboard Transformer (powered speakers only) Speakers The documentation includes: Setup poster This Quick Start Guide Support Guide, containing support, warranty, license, regulatory, and safety information Upgrading and Servicing the PC guide (select models installed on PC, or in print) Read first, addenda, or other documents if applicable DVD Writer guide (select models) Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Start Here guide My HP Pavilion home PC brochure (se
PC Front Your computer may look different from the one shown here. Component, connector location, type, and number vary by model. CD-ROM or CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD+RW/+R drive Diskette (floppy) drive On button Lower front cover opened to show connectors FireWire ® USB Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
PC Back Connect your keyboard, mouse, monitor, and modem as described in the setup poster. Turn on the computer for the first time and finish the registration process. Then, add a printer or other device, or install any software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the computer box (select models only). Parallel Telephone HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
PC Connector Symbols Symbols in this table identify connectors.
PC Back Connections Your computer may look different from the one shown here. External components shown in the following figure are not included with the PC. Back connector location, type, and number vary by model. Note: Before using your components, you may need to install the software that came with the component. xii HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
PC Front Connections Note: Before using your components, you may need to install the software that came with the component. Start Here Your computer may look different from the one shown here. External components shown in the following figure are not included with the PC. Front connector location, type, and number vary by model. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Register with HP Register your HP Pavilion home PC with Hewlett-Packard so HP can assist you with your technical support needs. xiv HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Internet Start Here Click Start, choose All Programs, and then click Easy Internet Sign-up for a simple step-by-step wizard to guide you through setup for the Internet and e-mail. For information about modem setup, the Internet, and e-mail, see the related chapters inside this guide. You can also find helpful information by clicking Start, Help and Support, and then My HP Pavilion PC. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
HP Desktop Help and Support Easy Internet Sign-up HP Tour Guide The HP desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need. Click the icon to find out more information about that program. Note: The screen on your computer may not match the screen pictured here. Start button xvi HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Click the Start button to view the Start menu, the entry point to everything on your computer. Look at the following pages to learn about important software programs and tools available to you. Choose All Programs and then choose Hewlett-Packard to find HP-specific software. Help and Support All Programs Start button Note: The screen on your computer may not match the screen pictured here. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Help and Support Click Start and then Help and Support to learn about your computer and get your questions answered. HP Pavilion information and support Help and support news xviii HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Start Here My HP Pavilion PC Learn how to use your HP Pavilion home PC Click Start, Help and Support, and then My HP Pavilion PC for detailed instructions and information about your HP Pavilion. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
All Programs Click Start and then choose All Programs to find all the software programs on your computer. Choose Hewlett-Packard, and then click hp pavilion pc tools to find HP drivers and the HP Tour Guide. Hewlett-Packard hp pavilion pc tools All Programs Start button Note: The screen on your computer may not match the screen pictured here. xx HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
HP Tour Guide Start Here Click Start, choose All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, click hp pavilion pc tools, and then click hp tour guide. Or Click the icon on the desktop (select models). Let the HP Tour Guide show you the desktop and the basics of the Internet and e-mail. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Your HP Pavilion home PC Support Guide You can get help over the telephone from HP. See the Support Guide included with the computer documentation for the terms of your HP Pavilion warranty coverage, for license information, and for support telephone numbers and addresses. The Support Guide contains operating specifications for the PC along with regulatory and safety information.
HP Web Sites Start Here Type these Web site addresses into the Address box of your Internet browser, and then press the Enter key on your keyboard to find helpful information from HP online. www.hp.com Go to HP’s main Web site for the latest information about your HP Pavilion home PC and all your HP products. Receive technical support, download software updates, and find out about HP’s home and business services. www.hp.com/cposupport/ loc/regional.
Microsoft Windows XP Operating System ® ® For questions about the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, try these sources of information: Help and Support, for onscreen help and troubleshooting — click Start and then Help and Support. Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Start Here guide, included with the computer documentation packet. xxiv HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
Recovery System and Hard Drive Space " Selective: Ensures that the recovery data is matched to the particular PC model. You can easily recover only the application or system software you need. " Non-destructive: By recovering only the software you need, you preserve user data and files. Important: The recovery CD set you create is a complete image of the original HP Pavilion home PC hard disk drive contents and is matched to your model number.
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Introducing the Quick Start Guide This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950). AC Power Safety Warning Warning: Install the computer near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your HP Pavilion PC’s main AC disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your system has a grounded plug.
Warning: Always disconnect the Warning: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) modem cord from the telephone system before installing or removing your computer cover. can damage disk drives, add-in cards, and other components. If an ESD station is not available, wear a wrist strap attached to a metal part of the computer. Place cards on a conductive foam pad or inside the card wrapper, if possible, but never on the card wrapper. Warning: Do not operate the computer with the cover removed.
Thank you for purchasing the HP Pavilion home PC. We’ve made it easy for you to start using the PC right away. The setup poster shows you how to connect your computer, and this Quick Start Guide will help you continue from there. Note: Be sure you set up the computer near a telephone This Quick Start Guide will help you learn how to: Turn the computer on and off correctly. Set up an Internet account and connect to the Internet. Adjust the speaker volume. Insert and remove a CD disc.
Finding Additional Information Look in the computer box for printed information that describes important details or updates regarding your model PC. You can find additional information about the PC in the onscreen Help and Support Center, which is on the computer. Just click Start, and then click Help and Support.
Setting Up the Computer Follow the steps shown on the setup poster to set up the computer in your work area. Then read the topics in this section that describe how to turn on the computer for the first time, and finish the registration process. When you have completed these steps, you may add any printer, scanner, camera, or other peripheral equipment you have for your system. Many peripherals, external devices, memory, and add-in cards are Plug and Play.
Turning On the Computer for the First Time After you’ve completed connecting the components of the HP Pavilion by using the steps illustrated on the setup poster, you’re ready to turn on the computer. First, press the Power button on the monitor. Then, to turn on the computer, press the On button on the front of the PC. Note: The power supply is pre-set for the country/region in which you purchased the HP Pavilion.
Registering with HP As part of the initial setup in some countries/regions, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP. It’s important to register so that you can be notified of changes and updates to the HP Pavilion. This information also assists HP Customer Care if you ever need to call for support. We recommend that you register the HP Pavilion at this time.
Getting Help You can get help over the telephone from HP. See the Support Guide included with the computer documentation for the terms of your HP Pavilion warranty coverage and for support telephone numbers. Protecting the PC HP provides a virus-scanning software program to help protect your PC (select models only). The program runs automatically when you start the computer.
Making Recovery CDs In the unlikely event that there is damage to the hard disk drive or you have to replace it, you must use recovery CDs to reinstall the operating system and software. Make the recovery CDs for your PC by using HP Recovery CD Creator now, before a need occurs; refer to “Using HP Recovery CD Creator“ on page 81. This program assembles the necessary files and writes the information to CDs. You can find important ergonomic information on the Internet. Just type http://www.hp.
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Introducing the Basics Windows Operating System The operating system for your PC is Microsoft Windows XP. Windows displays the desktop on the monitor. The taskbar with the Start button appears at the edge of the desktop display. Basics Using the Computer Start a search. Run a program. Open the Control Panel to view or change settings. The Start menu also displays the buttons Log Off and Turn Off Computer.
Using the Mouse Scroll wheel button Left button Right button Your PC includes a mouse. When you move the mouse, its roller ball moves and causes the cursor on the screen to move. Use the mouse on a flat surface. You may have an optical mouse that uses a light, instead of a roller ball, to sense movement. Use the optical mouse on an opaque surface. Note: The optical mouse cannot work on a glass, translucent, or reflective surface. Some computers include a scrolling mouse.
Scroll through a document without having to click the scroll bar on the screen. Use the autoscroll feature to have the document scroll automatically. Skim through a document. The Scroll Feature Click the left mouse button to place the cursor in the document. To scroll toward the beginning of a document, roll the mouse wheel up (away from you). To scroll toward the end of a document, roll the wheel down (toward you).
The Panning Feature Using the Keyboard Use the panning feature when you want to skim through a document. Introduction 1 To use panning, press and hold down the wheel button. The keyboard has an arrangement of standard keys and special buttons. 2 Slowly move the mouse in the direction you want to scroll. The farther you move the pointer from the starting point, the faster the document pans. The illustrations show the location of the keys and buttons.
Arrow keys The function keys are the F1 through F12 keys located above the main keys. Pressing F1 displays a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 displays a search window. F1 and F3 are available at all times. Other function key operations may depend on what software program you are using. The arrow keys are controls for up, down, right, and left. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation in a Web site, in a document, or in a game.
Numeric keys Special buttons When the Num Lock LED (light-emitting diode) on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys are the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic calculator. When the Num Lock LED on the keyboard is off, the numeric keys are directional keys used during games or to move the cursor. Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions. The special buttons are at the top of the keyboard.
Search for information on the Internet. Note: Your keyboard may not have all the features listed. Customize the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites. Place the PC into standby to save power. Get support information. Find a file or program on the hard drive. Print. Your keyboard enables you to: Adjust speaker volume. Mute speaker sound. Start and stop playing a CD or DVD, skip to different tracks, and eject the disc tray.
Buttons The top of the keyboard has a number of special buttons. hp Standby Help HP Print Imaging Software Shopping Sports Finance Connect Search Chat E-Mail Media Controls Volume Control Music Mute Note: Buttons may be labeled differently on your keyboard. The number and location of buttons vary by keyboard model. 18 HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
hp Feature Description Standby Puts PC into power-saving mode (screen is blank but PC is still on). To make screen reappear, press any key on keyboard, or press Standby again. May take 10–30 seconds before screen reappears. Help Opens the Help and Support Center. HP Links to HP Web site. Print Prints documents from most programs. Basics Icon Shopping Sports Finance Connect Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open any site or application.
Icon Feature Description HP Picture Toolkit Or My Photo Center Or Picture It! Opens an imaging software program. Can be reconfigured. Media Controls (CD/DVD/MP3) Operates CD or DVD player: open and close top disc tray, skip tracks, pause, and stop. Volume control (Volume knob or Volume Up and Volume Down buttons) Volume knob: Increases speaker volume when turned clockwise and decreases volume when turned counterclockwise. Can be turned indefinitely, even after maximum sound has been reached.
You can reconfigure the special buttons on the keyboard to open different programs or files, or to connect to favorite Web sites. 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose Control Panel. 3 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if present. 4 Double-click Keyboard. 5 In the Keyboard Properties window that appears, click the Buttons tab. 6 Double-click the button you want to change. The button configuration window opens. 7 Choose the button capability from the drop-down list.
Using Speakers For information on adjusting the sound level, refer to “Adjusting speaker volume” on page 25. Note: The stereo speakers set is a left-right, 2-channel speaker system, and may be passive (no power button) or active (power button). A multi-channel audio speakers system is an active system with more than 2-channels, and may include a subwoofer. For example, a 5.
3 Turn on the PC. 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 5 Configure the multi-channel audio output; refer to the next procedure. 2 Choose All Programs. If you see the Multi-channel Sound Manager folder in the All Programs menu, your PC has the multi-channel option. To connect your multi-channel speaker system to the PC: 1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the three audio cable plugs from the speaker system to the connectors on the back of the PC (see the table). 4 Turn on your speaker system.
To configure multi-channel audio output for the DVD player: To use the microphone with multi-channel audio: Note: WinDVD is set up for two (stereo) speaker output. The multi-channel speaker system connects to the PC using the Microphone, Audio (Line) In, and Audio (Line) Out connectors on the back of the PC.
The two ways to use the Volume icon are: You can adjust speaker volume by: 1 Click the Volume icon on the taskbar. Using the volume knob or buttons on the keyboard. Basics Adjusting speaker volume 2 Adjust the volume. Using the volume knob on the speakers (select models only). 3 When you are satisfied with the sound level, click outside the Volume window to close this window. Using the Volume icon on the taskbar.
Using a Microphone Your HP Pavilion home PC comes with one microphone connector in the back of the PC. Your computer may have another microphone connector in the front of the PC under the access door. Only one microphone connector works at a time. The back connector is already set up to work. For PCs with the multi-channel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of the PC, if present, is ready to use; see “To use the microphone with multi-channel audio” on page 24.
3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording. 8 Select the Alternate Microphone check box. 4 In Show the following volume controls, select the Microphone check box. 9 Click Close. 5 Click OK. 10 Click X (Close) on the upper-right corner of the Recording Control window. Adjusting Microphone Volume If you need to adjust the volume of the microphone, whether it is connected to the front of the computer or to the back, follow the procedure below: 1 Double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar.
Turning Off the Computer You can turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis. 1 Close any open software programs. To close programs, click X in the upper-right corner of each window. 2 Click Start on the taskbar. 3 Click Turn Off Computer, at the bottom of the menu. 4 Click Turn Off. 5 Turn off the monitor. For information on alternatives to turning off the computer, see the next section “Putting the Computer into Standby and Hibernation Mode.
To manually put the computer in standby: 1 Press the Standby button on the keyboard. The screen goes dark, and the computer goes into standby mode. 2 When you want to use the computer again, press a key on the keyboard, or press the Standby button. The screen display reappears just as you left it. Another way to manually put the computer into standby is to: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Turn Off Computer. 3 Click Stand By.
Hibernation Mode When the computer is in hibernation mode, it saves everything that is in computer memory to the hard disk, turns off the monitor and the hard disk, and then turns itself off. When you turn on the computer, everything (programs, folders, and documents) is restored to the screen. 4 When you want to use the computer again after hibernation, press the On button on the front of the PC.
6 If you changed the Enable hibernation check box, click Apply. To automatically put the computer into standby or hibernation mode, modify the power management settings: 7 Click the Power Schemes tab to set the timers for standby and/or hibernation. In the Power Schemes box, select a power scheme from the drop-down list. Choose the timers: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if present. 4 Click Power Options.
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Setting Up and Using the Internet Access to the ISPs in your area. Some ISPs offer a traditional dial-up service, and others offer faster technologies such as Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and cable. (DSL, ADSL, and cable ISPs are not available in all countries/regions.) Internet Explorer Web browser. Outlook Express e-mail software program. V.92-ready modem and modem software (not available in all models). LAN (local area network) card (select models only).
What Is an ISP? What Is the World Wide Web? Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are businesses that give you access to the Internet, and most of them provide an electronic mail service (e-mail). There is usually a monthly fee for this service. The World Wide Web (WWW), also called the Web, is a public part of the Internet used by individuals, companies, governments, and organizations. These individuals and groups have created millions of Web site pages in support of their activities.
What Is a URL? What Is an E-Mail Address? The URL (Uniform Resource Locator) identifies a file location, typically in the form Your e-mail address identifies the electronic post office box where people can send you electronic mail. E-mail addresses have the form The URL contains the protocol and the pathway to a site and may include the path to a specific file within that site. Each period, or dot, in the URL separates elements within the address. For example, you will see the URL extension .
How Do I Search the Internet? The browser program you use includes a Search feature. You may need to click a button or select the feature from a menu to display it, depending on the type of browser program it is. The Search feature provides a box where you enter a question or a word that describes the information you want to find. If you enter one or a few general words, you may get many general results. If you enter several precise words, you usually get fewer but more specific results.
The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides telephone dial-up connection to the Internet. There are other ways to connect to the ISP that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (Digital Subscriber Line). See “Setting Up the Network Interface Adapter” on page 39 if you are connecting through a LAN. Check with your ISP for specifics on your connection. To identify the modem connector, look at the back panel of the computer.
To connect the cable between the modem and the telephone service line: 1 Plug one end of a modem cable into the modem connector on the back of the computer. This connector may be labeled with either Line or a modem connector symbol. Back of PC 2 Telephone (optional) Telephone cable (optional) 1 Modem connector Modem cable 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the telephone service line jack on the wall. 3 On modems with a Telephone Line switch, make sure the switch is in position 1.
Your modem driver can be upgraded to enable certain v.92 features. For information, go to the HP Web site listed in the Support Guide, click support, type Pavilion V.92 into the search in box, and then click the blue arrow to the right of the box. Follow the instructions provided. Important: Your ISP must support the v.92 standard in order to use any of the v.92 features.
Warning: DO NOT plug the network Locate the RJ-45 port on the back of the computer. (Refer to the illustration that matches your system.) cable into a telephone jack. Although the plug on the network cable looks similar to the plug on a telephone cable, they are not the same. RJ-45 port To connect the network interface adapter to the network: 3 With the computer turned on, check the LEDs (light-emitting diodes) on the network adapter. The LEDs on each type of network adapter are described below.
Setting Up Your Internet Account LEDs 100 — Lit green when connected to a 100BaseT port LINK — Lit green with valid network connection LEDs LINK — Lit green with valid network connection ACTIVITY — Lit yellow during network data transfer activity HP has made arrangements with leading ISPs in your area to help you sign up for Internet service. Use Easy Internet Sign-up to sign up with an ISP. The software programs for available ISPs are part of your system.
Signing Up with an ISP Using Easy Internet Sign-up Easy Internet Sign-up helps you sign up for a new Internet account, set up an existing account, or configure Internet access using a LAN (local area network), cable modem, or DSL (Digital Subscriber Line). 1 Connect the telephone service line to your modem by using the modem cable. Refer to the setup poster and to “Setting Up the Modem” on page 37.
If you have signed up for an ISP that provides the browser, you can open the browser program and connect to the Internet by using either of the following methods: Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop. Or Press the Connect (or Internet) button on the keyboard (select models only). Using Any Browser If you signed up for Internet access with an ISP that allows any browser, use Internet Explorer or another Web browser to explore the Internet.
Visiting the Hewlett-Packard Web Site The Hewlett-Packard Web site is dedicated to HP Pavilion home PC owners and to the entire HP product line. There you will find the latest news and information about all of your HP products. You can receive technical support, download software and driver updates, and find out about HP’s home and business services. From this Web page you can select the following links: Note: These links may not be available in all countries/regions.
Buy: Buy products, supplies, and accessories online for your home, home office, or business. At this site you can find special offers on HP products, locate replacement parts, and get addresses of store and service locations that sell and repair HP products. Note: For more information, refer to the HP Web site information located in the Support Guide included with your HP Pavilion home PC. Viewing Online Manuals Note: Online manuals are associated with specific HP Pavilion home PC model numbers.
4 When the results window appears, click product support for your PC model (language). 5 Click manuals in the Ask a question box. Note: If manuals does not appear, there are no online manuals associated with your model. Note: Some models have Microsoft Outlook instead of Outlook Express. For details on using Microsoft Outlook, open the Outlook program and access Help. Before you can send and receive e-mail, you need: 6 Click a manual title to view it.
If the ISP Provides the Browser Sending e-mail messages Follow the ISP’s instructions to download its Web browser and e-mail program and to set up and use your e-mail account. You will then be able to send and receive e-mail each time you connect to your ISP. Open the Outlook Express program: After you sign up with an ISP and connect your modem, you can run Outlook Express from the Start menu.
7 If necessary, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to send any messages stored in the Outbox. Note: When you compose a message without being connected to the Internet, the message is stored in the Outbox until the next time you log on to the Internet and connect to your ISP. Receiving e-mail messages 1 Start Outlook Express. 2 If necessary, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to have Outlook Express deliver new messages from all listed e-mail accounts.
Doing Common Tasks The PC has a diskette (floppy) drive, and one or more compact disc (CD) drives. For the optional 6-In-1 memory card reader, refer to “Using the 6-In-1 Memory Card Reader” on page 50. There are different types of compact disc drives included with the PC: CD-ROM drive, which can read audio and data CD discs. CD-RW drive, which can read and record audio and data CD discs. DVD-ROM drive, which can read DVD discs. DVD+RW/+R drive, which can read and write CD and DVD discs.
Using the Diskette (Floppy) Drive Insert the diskette into the drive until it locks in place. Make sure you insert the diskette with the round metal disk face down and the arrow on the top pointing into the drive. You can copy files from or to the diskette. When you are done, check that the light on the drive is off, indicating that the PC is not writing to the diskette, and then press the Eject button on the PC and remove the diskette.
Special note about the Safely Remove Hardware Utility Warning: Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window with the USB Mass Storage Device selected. Doing so will remove the 6-In-1 reader from your PC; you must restart the PC to see your reader again. Common Tasks If you inadvertently open this window, click Close. Quick Start Guide Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
2 The In-use light on the card reader lights and the computer automatically detects the media. To use the 6-In-1 memory card reader Important: CompactFlash and Microdrive are keyed and cannot be inserted incorrectly. Insert the receptacle edge (holes) of this media into the top slot. The Secure Digital (SD) card, the MultiMediaCard (MMC), and the Memory Stick (MS) card must be inserted upside down (gold connector fingers face up). Note the direction of the notched corner on the media.
Card Insert Into slot CompactFlash type I media Receptacle edge (holes) Top slot CompactFlash type II media Receptacle edge (holes) Top slot IBM Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) Top slot Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Upside down (gold connector fingers up) Lower slot MultiMediaCard Upside down (MMC) (gold connector fingers up) Lower slot Memory Stick® (MS) Memory Card Upside down (gold connector fingers up) Lower slot SmartMedia™ (SM) Memory Card Face up Lower slot Inse
3 Remove the CD/DVD from its case, holding on to the disc edges only. 4 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up. 5 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer. You can also close the tray by clicking the close/open button on the control panel for the program (such as MusicMatch Jukebox or Windows Media Player) that controls the drive. Note: For the top drive in the PC, you can close the tray by pressing the media control open/close button on the keyboard.
Handling CDs Playing Music CDs To avoid damaging a CD, follow these guidelines: The PC includes MusicMatch Jukebox (select models) or Windows Media Player. This software lets you play music CDs. Return the CD to the case when you are finished using it. Handle the disc by its outside edges or center hole only. Do not touch the unlabeled side of a CD or place the unlabeled side down on your desk. Doing so could scratch the surface of the CD. Store CDs at room temperature.
To play a music CD: 1 Insert the music CD into the drive. The MusicMatch Jukebox window opens. Or If the MusicMatch window does not automatically open, click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, MUSICMATCH, and then select MusicMatch Jukebox. 3 To control the CD currently in the drive, click the buttons in the MusicMatch Jukebox window. To play a particular song, doubleclick its song title (or track number) in the Playlist.
Using Windows Media Player This software lets you play music CDs, as well as play DVDs when you have a DVD drive. You can use it to record digital music files, create music CDs on your CD-RW drive, organize your digital music into libraries, and listen to music or view a music video over the Internet. To play a music CD: Or If the Windows Media Player window does not automatically open, click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, and then select Windows Media Player.
When you click the Media Guide or the Radio Tuner features, Windows Media Player connects to the Internet and obtains information about the CD selections or streaming radio stations. Using the CD-RW Drive For more information on this software, refer to the online Help within the Windows Media Player program. To view the Help menu: Note: The CD-RW drive is available on select 1 Insert a CD in the drive. The Windows Media Player window opens.
To open RecordNow program: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose RecordNow. 4 Click RecordNow again. Note: For information about recording onto CDs, refer to the Help menu in the RecordNow program. Playing DVD Movies Playing a DVD DVDs automatically play after you insert the disc. Note: DVD movies are often localized to geographical countries/regions. For information about this, see “Using Country/Region Codes” on page 62. 1 Insert the disc into the DVD-ROM drive.
2 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer. The movie plays in its own resizable window, and the WinDVD control panel appears. You may want to start WinDVD and adjust the settings before inserting the disc and starting the movie. To start WinDVD without a disc in the drive: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose InterVideo WinDVD. 4 Click InterVideo WinDVD. The WinDVD video window and control panel open. 60 HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.
™ For information on the WinDVD software, refer to the online Help within the program. To view the Help menu: 1 Insert a DVD disc in the drive. The WinDVD window opens. Or If the program does not automatically open, click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, InterVideo WinDVD, and then click InterVideo WinDVD again. 2 Click the ? in the WinDVD menu bar. Each title is divided into multiple chapters. A chapter is a particular segment or scene in the movie.
To see what a button does on the control panel, place the mouse pointer on the button; the button title appears onscreen. To move the WinDVD control panel, place the mouse pointer on the panel (but not on a button), and drag it to the desired location on the screen. To resize the video window when it is not full screen, place the mouse pointer on a window corner and drag the border. Or Click the Full Screen button in the upper-right corner of the WinDVD control panel.
The six major DVD countries/regions are: Country/Region 1: North America Country/Region 2: Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Africa Country/Region 3: Southeast Asia Country/Region 4: Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Central and South America Country/Region 5: Northwest Asia, North Africa Country/Region 6: China WinDVD is not pre-set to a particular country/region — the country/region code of the first DVD movie you play determines your DVD country/region.
Using the Combo Drive The combination drive is available on select models only. It combines the functions of two drives into one: either a DVD+RW/+R drive and a CD-RW drive, or a DVD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive. When you insert a disc in the combo drive, the computer automatically detects the type of disc: If you insert a blank CD-R or CD-RW, use RecordNow to copy audio or data files. If you insert a blank DVD, a program opens for you to use to record to the disc. See “Using the CD-RW Drive” on page 58.
Playing Video CDs Using HP Pavilion PC Tools You can play MPEG (Motion Picture Experts Group) videos. These MPEG-1 files have a .dat or .mpg extension. The HP Pavilion PC Tools folder in the All Programs/Hewlett-Packard menu contains special utilities for HP Pavilion owners. For example, you’ll find a utility for displaying system information. This folder also contains the HP Tour Guide and any onscreen guides included with your PC.
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Getting HP Updates for the PC HP provides an Internet-based service that includes informing you when updates are available for your PC. The updates from HP messages are also available to you through the HP Web site under the driver update and support information for your model PC. To go to the Web site, see “Visiting the Hewlett-Packard Web site” on page 44.
Starting HP Center Turning Off the HP Center Service After you view or close a message, it will not automatically display again. To turn off the HP Center Service: To read a previously received message, open HP Center: Note: If you change your mind later, you can turn on the service. See “Re-enabling the HP Center Service” in the following section. 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose hp center. 3 Choose hp center.
Re-enabling the HP Center Service To turn on the service: When you re-enable the HP Center Service, the service runs whenever you are connected to the Internet, and you receive messages as they become available. If you disable the service, you can use the Re-enable hp center icon on the desktop to turn on the service. Double-click the Re-enable hp center icon on the desktop. Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose hp center. HP Updates 4 Click Re-enable hp center.
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Help Resolving Problems Troubleshooting For help on general and miscellaneous problems you may be experiencing with the PC, refer to the following pages for possible solutions. Look up the description of the problem, and try the solution listed. For more detailed information, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support. Problem Solution My computer won’t turn on at all.
Problem Solution My computer won’t turn on at all. (continued) If the computer doesn’t go through the above procedure, check the following: The power cord and all cables are securely plugged into the computer. The power cord is plugged into a grounded outlet. Check to see whether the outlet works by plugging another item into it. The monitor is connected to the computer, plugged in, and turned on. I installed a new printer or other device, and it won’t work.
Solution The computer (or part of it) doesn’t seem to be working. Try restarting the computer as follows: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Turn Off Computer. 3 Click Restart. If the computer shows no response to mouse or keyboard actions, reset the computer: 1 Press and hold the On button until the system turns off. 2 Wait a few seconds, and turn the computer back on. Note: Using the On button to reset the system is not recommended and should be used only as a last resort.
Problem Solution The monitor doesn’t work, even though the computer appears to. When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. 74 Check the connection of the power cord into the monitor. Make sure the monitor is turned on — it has its own power button. Make sure the monitor power cord is plugged into a grounded outlet. Check to see whether the outlet works by plugging another item into it.
Solution My keyboard doesn’t work, even though the computer and monitor seem to work. The AOL program comes up even though I’m not using it. If the PC beeps repeatedly or if nothing happens when you press keys, it’s possible that the keyboard is connected improperly. PS/2 keyboards only: Check that the cable connector pins are straight. Make sure the keyboard is connected to the keyboard port, not to the mouse port.
Problem Solution The mouse doesn’t work, even though everything else does. If nothing happens when you move the mouse, it’s possible that the mouse is connected improperly. PS/2 mouse only: Check that the cable connector pins are straight. Make sure the mouse is connected to the mouse port, not to the keyboard port. To reconnect these two cables, turn the computer off, reconnect the cables, and then turn the computer back on.
Using Application Recovery and System Recovery Note: Your PC does not include recovery CDs. Recovery CDs contain a complete image of the original HP Pavilion home PC hard drive contents. You can make your own recovery CDs; see “Using HP Recovery CD Creator“ on page 81. System Restore Recovery Before using the HP Pavilion System Recovery or Application Recovery program, use System Restore. Warning: Try System Restore before using the HP Pavilion System Recovery program.
Application Recovery Note: Not all models include the Application Recovery program. Perform steps 1 through 5 of “To Start Application Recovery.” If hp application recovery appears in the hp pavilion pc tools folder, then your PC includes the HP Pavilion Application Recovery program. If an individual application or driver accidentally gets erased or damaged, you can reinstall the software using the HP Pavilion Application Recovery program.
When other methods of repairing your system software (like System Restore or Application Recovery) fail, you may want to use the HP Pavilion System Recovery program as a last resort to reinstall the software. When needed, you can reinstall the operating system and the application software that was originally installed on the computer at the factory by using the System Recovery program. Warning: The HP Pavilion System Recovery program will delete any data or programs that you installed after purchase.
To start System Recovery: 4 Click Yes to continue with the recovery process. Continue with step 7. 1 Turn off the PC. Disconnect all peripheral devices from the PC except the monitor, the keyboard, and the mouse. Turn on the PC. 5 Wait a few seconds, and then press the On button to turn the computer on.
Make your own recovery CDs before you need them; see “Using HP Recovery CD Creator“ on page 81. If you do not have recovery CDs when you need them, you must contact HP Support for help. The recovery CDs can be used only with the specified PC model. The CDs are licensed for use only with your HP Pavilion home PC. The recovery CDs can install the operating system and software on your computer hard disk drive if the software becomes corrupted or is accidentally erased.
You can use this program to make only one set of recovery CDs for your PC. The recovery CDs you create can be used only on your PC. Note: If you do not have recovery CDs when you need them, you must contact HP Support for help. To use this program, your PC must have a CD-RW drive or other drive that can write to the CDs. If necessary, purchase a Windows XP–compatible CD-RW drive from your local computer or electronics store. The number of CDs in the recovery set depends on your PC model.
The recovery CDs provide two recovery options: Standard Recovery: This is a nondestructive recovery, which recovers factoryshipped programs, drivers, and the operating system without affecting any data files that you may have created since purchasing this PC. Some data files may be difficult to find after the system recovery, so it is best to back up all hard disk files before performing a system recovery.
5 Enter the BIOS setup program during the startup: When the blue screen with the HP Invent logo appears, press the F1 key on the keyboard until Entering SETUP is displayed. (You only have a few seconds to press the F1 key before the normal startup process continues.) Wait until the BIOS setup program opens. 6 Press the right arrow key to select Boot. 7 Press the down arrow key to select Boot Device Priority, and then press Enter.
If your PC hard disk drive is blank or corrupted, press R to perform a full system recovery. Insert the remaining CDs when directed. 18 Change the first boot device using one of these methods: 13 When the recovery program finishes, click Restart to restart the computer. 14 Before the computer restarts, the CD tray ejects. Remove the CD. 15 Return the BIOS to the original setting.
21 Complete the registration process, and then reconnect all peripheral devices. 22 Reinstall software not originally installed on the computer by the factory. The partition: Houses a backup version of the operating system and the programs included with the PC. Takes up about 5 GB of hard disk space, reducing the total amount of space available for your use. 23 Copy data files that you saved on the backup CD or diskette you made to your hard disk.
To view the amount of space on the hard disk: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. Increasing Available Hard Disk Space You can free up space on the hard disk by uninstalling programs or by using the Disk Cleanup utility to remove unneeded files. 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if present. To uninstall programs: 4 Double-click Administrative Tools. 1 Click Start. 5 Double-click Computer Management. The Computer Management window opens. 2 Click Control Panel.
To use the Disk Cleanup utility: Reinstalling Programs 1 Click Start. You can reinstall most programs that came with your PC. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose Accessories. 4 Choose System Tools. 5 Click Disk Cleanup. Wait for the calculations to complete. 6 Select the files you want to delete, and click OK, and then click Yes. 88 HP Pavilion home PC Filename: sa3rwqs.doc Title: HP-Print2k.dot Template: HP-Print2K.
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