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Example display configuration for single large surface (SLS) When you use 3 external displays and span the image across them as an SLS, the computer display is turned off. The 3 external displays are connected to the computer using the external monitor port (VGA), the Mini DisplayPort, and the HDMI port. NOTE: Identical resolution is required among all displays to form the SLS mode. Displays with different native resolutions can still form an SLS mode by using non-native resolutions. NOTE: Windows 7 only supports 2 external displays. To configure 3 external displays in Windows 7, refer to Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center on page 4. Switching the screen image Press the switch screen image action key to open a dialog box that shows the 4 configuration choices, independent of the number of connected display devices. ● Computer only mode-Turns off the external display and displays the image only on the computer display. ● Duplicate mode-Clones the computer display onto an external display that is connected to the external monitor port (VGA) on the computer. ● Extend mode-Extends the desktop to all connected external displays along with the computer display. ● Projector only mode-Turns off the computer display and sets all connected external displays to extended desktop. NOTE: You can manage the video output and default output devices using the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center To configure desktops and displays and to manage ATI Eyefinity, you must use the ATI Catalyst Control Center. To access the ATI Catalyst Control Center: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Catalyst Control Center. 2. Click the Graphics arrow, and then select Desktops and Displays. NOTE: For additional information on using the ATI Catalyst Control Center, refer to the software Help. Finding information The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks. 4 Chapter 1 Welcome

Section	Page
Welcome	12
What's new	13
HP 3D Cinema Technology	13
Beats Audio	14
Stardock	14
ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display technology	14
Example display configuration for single large surface (SLS)	15
Switching the screen image	15
Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center	15
Finding information	15
Using HP 3D Cinema Technology	18
3D safety information	18
What is stereoscopic vision and 3D	20
What is HP 3D Cinema Technology	20
Using the HP 3D Active Shutter Glasses	21
Identifying the 3D glasses components	21
Turning the 3D glasses on and off	21
Using 3D Cinema Technology	23
Understanding 3D formats	24
Using HP MediaSmart	25
Understanding the 3D settings	25
Adjusting the refresh rate	27
Switching left and right eye views	27
Switching between 2D and 3D modes	27
Settings for 2D and 3D modes	28
Caring for the 3D glasses	29
Using the nose pieces	29
Replacing the battery	30
Cleaning the 3D glasses	31
Handling the glasses	31
Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions	32
I cannot see 3D content	32
What 3D formats are supported on my computer	33
Can I play stereoscopic 3D games on my computer	33
Can I wear the 3D glasses to a 3D movie in a movie theater	33
Can I wear my 3D glasses over my prescription glasses	33
How do I clean my 3D glasses	33
How close do I need to be to the computer to view 3D content	33
I see flickering when watching 3D content	33
Can I use the 3D glasses in bright sunlight next to a window	33
What type of batteries do I need for the 3D glasses	33
Getting to know your computer	34
Top	34
TouchPad	34
Lights	35
Button	36
Keys	37
Front	38
Right-side	39
Left-side	40
Display	42
Bottom	43
Networking	44
Using an Internet service provider (ISP)	45
Connecting to a wireless network	45
Connecting to an existing WLAN	45
Setting up a new WLAN network	47
Configuring a wireless router	48
Protecting your WLAN	48
Keyboard and pointing devices	49
Using the keyboard	49
Using the action keys	49
Using the hotkeys	51
Using the keypad	52
Using the integrated numeric keypad	52
Using pointing devices	53
Setting pointing device preferences	53
Using the TouchPad	53
Turning the TouchPad off and on	54
Navigating	54
Selecting	55
Using TouchPad gestures	55
Scrolling	56
Pinching/Zooming	56
Maintenance	57
Removing or inserting the battery	57
Removing the battery	57
Inserting the battery	58
Replacing or upgrading the hard drive	59
Removing the hard drive	59
Installing a hard drive	61
Adding or replacing memory modules	62
Routine care	67
Cleaning the display	67
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard	67
Updating programs and drivers	68
Backup and recovery	69
Recovery discs	69
Performing a system recovery	70
Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only)	70
Recovering using the recovery discs	71
Backing up your information	71
Using Windows Backup and Restore	72
Using system restore points	72
When to create restore points	72
Create a system restore point	72
Restore to a previous date and time	73
Customer support	74
Contacting Customer Support	74
Labels	74
Specifications	76
Input power	76
Operating environment	77

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Example display configuration for single large surface (SLS)

When you use 3 external displays and span the image across them as an SLS, the computer display

is turned off. The 3 external displays are connected to the computer using the external monitor port

(VGA), the Mini DisplayPort, and the HDMI port.

NOTE:

Identical resolution is required among all displays to form the SLS mode. Displays with

different native resolutions can still form an SLS mode by using non-native resolutions.

NOTE:

Windows 7 only supports 2 external displays. To configure 3 external displays in Windows 7,

refer to

Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center

on page

Switching the screen image

Press the

switch screen image

action key to open a dialog box that shows the 4 configuration

choices, independent of the number of connected display devices.

●

Computer only mode—Turns off the external display and displays the image only on the

computer display.

●

Duplicate mode—Clones the computer display onto an external display that is connected to the

external monitor port (VGA) on the computer.

●

Extend mode—Extends the desktop to all connected external displays along with the computer

display.

●

Projector only mode—Turns off the computer display and sets all connected external displays to

extended desktop.

NOTE:

You can manage the video output and default output devices using the ATI Catalyst™

Control Center.

Using the ATI Catalyst Control Center

To configure desktops and displays and to manage ATI Eyefinity, you must use the ATI Catalyst

Control Center.

To access the ATI Catalyst Control Center:

Select

Start

All Programs

Catalyst Control Center

Click the

Graphics

arrow, and then select

Desktops and Displays

NOTE:

For additional information on using the ATI Catalyst Control Center, refer to the software

Help.

Finding information

The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.

Chapter 1

Welcome