HP 8100 Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide

HP 8100 - Elite Convertible Minitower PC Manual

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    Quick Setup & Getting Started HP Business PCs and Personal Workstations
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    HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP Quick Setup & Getting Started HP Business PCs and Personal Workstations Second Edition (November 2009) Document
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    Select Start > All Programs > HP Safety and Comfort Guide. Accessing User Guides (Linux systems) Locate the desktop icon labeled HP User Manuals and double-click. Select the folder for your language. Select the guide you wish to access. How to Check Warranty and Support Entitlement Your warranty is
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    iv About This Book ENWW
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    of HP Vision Diagnostics .......... 7 Turning Off the Computer 7 Finding More Information 8 Before You Call for Technical Support 8 Helpful Hints 10 Basic Troubleshooting 11 Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes 12 Using, Updating, and Maintaining Your PC (Windows
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    7 loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed by an online registration form. Fill out the form, click the Begin button, and follow the instructions on the screen. CAUTION: Do not add optional
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    path specification 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. Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Select
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    -click on the Windows Desktop, then click Personalize in provided with the graphics controller utility or computer models only. To set up from a pre-installed Windows 7 desktop, click Start > Windows Virtual PC > Virtual Windows XP and follow the instructions from your PC. The software and image file
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    for download at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers. Installing with the HP Driver CD To install the HP driver CD, see "Installing with the HP Installer Kit for Linux" in the HP Workstations for Linux manual at http://www.hp.com/support/ workstation_manuals. Installing and Customizing
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    Setting up Novell SLED (HP Workstations only) To set up the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) on systems preloaded with the operating system: 1. Boot the workstation. 2. Start the Installation Settings and enter the password, network, graphics, time, keyboard settings, and Novell Customer Center
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    information. 5. At the boot menu, select either the HP Vision Diagnostics utility to test the various hardware components in the computer or the HP Memory Test utility to test memory only. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that is run as a stand-alone application
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    the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics 1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click the Support & Drivers link. 3. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Enter your product name in the text box and press the Enter key. 5. Select your specific computer model. 6. Select your OS
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    hardware, as well as instructions for upgrading this series of computers; includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Maintenance and Service Guide (English only)-Provides information on parts removal and replacement, troubleshooting, Desktop Management, setup utilities
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    Service Guide (English only) for more detailed information. To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with self-solve diagnostics. If you need to contact HP support, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. Access HP
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    number before calling. ● Spend time troubleshooting the problem with the service technician. ● Remove any hardware that was recently added to your system. ● Remove any software that was recently installed. NOTE: For sales information and warranty upgrades (HP Care Pack), call your local authorized
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    in the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) available under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. Select your country and language, select See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter. ENWW Basic
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    Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes If you see flashing LEDs on the front of the computer or if you hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for interpretation and recommended action. 12 Quick Setup & Getting Started ENWW
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    help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your computer To access the centralized PC management location, click Start > Devices and Printers then double-click on the picture of your PC. ENWW Using, Updating, and
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