Getting Started
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Basic Setup 1 Unpack the box color, features, and options may vary by computer model. The illustrations in ✎ Computer this guide may look slightly different from your computer. Component Component 1 AC adapter 3 Battery* 2 Computer 4 Power cord* *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region.
Basic Setup 2 Insert the battery To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided Å WARNING: with the computer, or a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP. 3 Connect the computer to external power WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, observe these Å practices: ■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Basic Setup Leave the computer connected to external power until the AC adapter light turns off. charged new battery can run the computer after software setup is complete, ✎ Abutpartially battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery has been fully charged. The AC adapter light (on the right-side of the computer) remains on when the battery is charging.
Basic Setup 6 Set up the software After the computer is turned on, the software setup process begins. The on-screen instructions guide you through setting up and registering your computer. After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. select your language carefully. On some models, the languages you do not ✎ Please choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during software setup.
What’s Next? Locating the electronic manuals For detailed information about your computer, such as power management, drives, memory, security, and other features, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides. You do not need to connect to the Internet to access the user guides in Help and Support. Help and Support User Guides ✎ A User Guides disc may have also been included with your computer.
What’s Next? Finding more information In Help and Support, you can find information about technical support and about the operating system, drivers, and troubleshooting tools. To access Help and Support, click Start, and then click Help and Support. For country- or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. : To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide.
What’s Next? Backing up Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. You should create system repair discs (select models only) and your initial backup immediately after software setup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. Use Backup and Restore to create a backup. Click Start, click All Programs, click Maintenance, and then click Backup and Restore.
What’s Next? Turning off the computer To turn off the computer: 1. Save your work and close all programs. 2. Click Start, and then click Shut down.
Product Information and Troubleshooting Input power The power information in this section may be helpful if you plan to travel internationally with the computer. The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by HP for use with this computer.
Product Information and Troubleshooting Traveling with the computer For best results, follow these traveling and shipping tips: Prepare the computer for traveling or shipping: 1. Back up your information. 2. Remove all discs and all external media cards, such as digital cards and ExpressCards.
Product Information and Troubleshooting Routine care Cleaning the display : To prevent permanent damage to the computer, never spray water, cleaning Ä CAUTION fluids, or chemicals on the display. To remove smudges and lint, frequently clean the display with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use premoistened antistatic wipes or an antistatic screen cleaner.
Product Information and Troubleshooting Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up If the computer does not turn on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may help you resolve the problem: ■ If the computer is plugged into an AC outlet, unplug the computer and then plug another electrical device into the outlet to be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this computer.
Product Information and Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be overheating because a vent is blocked. If you suspect that the computer is overheating, turn off the computer to allow the computer to cool to room temperature. Then be sure to keep all vents free from obstructions while you are using the computer.
Product Information and Troubleshooting ■ ■ Be sure that the wireless router or access point is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the lights are on. Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. more information on wireless technology, refer to the relevant help topics and Web ✎ For site links in Help and Support.
