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Getting Started (features vary by model)
Connecting Speakers or Microphone
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Sound Connector Types
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Connecting a Microphone
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Speaker Configurations
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Speaker types
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Connecting 2/2.1 (Two speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 4.1 (Four speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 5.1 (Five speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 7.1 (Seven speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting your home stereo system (optional)
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2.1 home stereo installation
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5.1 home audio installation
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5.1 home audio installation procedure
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7.1 home audio installation
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7.1 home audio installation procedure
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Connecting digital audio
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Connecting Headphones
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Using a 2.1 speaker system with headphones
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Using a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones
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Connecting Speakers Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card
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Connecting the speakers
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Connecting the FlexiJack connector
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Getting Help
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Finding Onscreen Guides
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Finding Guides on the Web
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Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center
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Using the PC Help & Tools Folder
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Using the hardware diagnostic tools
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Using HP Total Care Advisor Software
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Turning On the Computer for the First Time
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Turning Off the Computer
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Using Shut Down
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Using Lock
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Using Sleep mode
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Using Hibernate mode
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Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode
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Restarting the Computer
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Connecting to the Internet
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Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort
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