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    Advanced Setup Guide
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    Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse
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    Table of Contents Setting Up the Computer 1 Putting the Computer Together 1 Placing the computer in the proper location 1 Using surge protection 2 Connecting to the computer 2 Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video 8 Connecting Other Devices 10 Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs
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    satellite box to VCR and TV, using S-video cable or composite video cable between the box and the VCR or TV ..........46 Using a TV as a Monitor 48 Cables for connecting the computer to a TV 48 Connecting the computer to a TV 48 Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen 49 Adjusting the screen
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    to use 51 Connecting an HDMI device 53 Connecting a DVI device 54 Connecting to a Standard TV 55 Connecting to component video 55 Connecting to S-video 56 Configuring the TV Tuner 56 Digital versus analog tuner 57 Initial configuration using Windows Media Center setup wizard 57 Changing the
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    vi Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    : The power supply is preset for the country/region in which you purchased your computer. If you move, please check the voltage requirements for your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read "Safety Information" in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide
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    Help protect the monitor, computer, and accessories by connecting all power cords for the computer and peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device, such as a power strip with surge protection or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Many surge protection
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    and function (continued) Serial port for some digital cameras or other serial devices. Audio Line Out (powered speakers). Audio Line In. Headphones. Microphone. FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates. NOTE: You must use a 6-pin FireWire (IEEE
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    video camera, or other analog source to the computer. A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Secondary Left audio input connector (white). NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to the TV tuner. You must use the Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard connector. Power connector.
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    interface card, or NIC) that connects to an Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network hub. Connect this adapter on the computer with your Rear Side S-Video Audio Line In (blue) connector to connect to an analog audio device such as a CD player for input into computer (also functions
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    Video In connector (yellow) to connect to a TV set-top box. Primary left audio input from set-top box connector (white). NOTE: Audio can be recorded by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers of the computer on the TV tuner card. You may want to
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    connector, which connects to an HDMI monitor or TV display. You may need to use a HDMI-to-DVI adapter to connect the display to the computer. Digital video output connector, which connects to a TV or monitor (select models only). You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or a HDMI-to-DVI adapter
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    Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front or back of the computer is ready to use. 8 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    want to locate and install driver software. Insert the driver software CD, click Locate and install driver software, and then follow any onscreen instructions to install the software. If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera: 1 Click the Windows Start
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    using USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports. These peripheral devices include printers, scanners, video cameras, digital photo cameras, memory card readers, and PDAs (personal digital assistants) or handheld computers. Refer to the documentation that came with your device. NOTE: Some peripheral devices
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    device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the computer at a time (select models only). You can quickly change which device displays the computer desktop by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press Alt+F5, the computer desktop appears on the next device. If pressing Alt+F5 does not work
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    shows a home LAN. The desktop computer has a wired connection to a wireless router. The desktop computer also has a printer that it shares with the other computers on the network. Each notebook computer has a wireless connection to the network router. 12 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    computer may not come with an Ethernet connector. A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port) B Ethernet indicator lights 2 With the computer turned on, check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet can be several hundred feet away. Computers with WLAN devices may support one or more of the four IEEE
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    , or you can use the computer as a wireless client (Station Mode) if you already have a wireless network running. You need an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your Internet Service Provider for further information). An external antenna is supplied with the system; you must
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    listed, either the computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device instructions. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support When setting up a network, HP recommends that you use one or
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    Connecting a Modem For information on connecting to the Internet, see "Connecting to the Internet" in the Getting Started guide. 16 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    six channels for 5.1 speaker output. Connect the speaker system to the computer, and then configure the audio software for sound output. Sound Connector Types connector types on the back of the computer: Three connectors Six connectors Audio card The connectors are 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) stereo mini-jacks
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    configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. Sound connector Illustration Three connectors Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to
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    connectors on the back panel of computer systems. Sound connector Type 3 Type to an analog audio device such as a CD player for input into computer. (Type 3 also functions as rear Line Out Line In devices or a microphone. The FlexiJack supports two functions. You must select either the microphone
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    , or external hard disk recorder. Optical Out (optical SPDIF output) connects playback devices such as a mini disc player, digital audio tape player, or DVD player. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. Connecting a Microphone Your computer comes with
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    came with your speakers. Speaker Configurations You may set up your computer for the following supported configurations: Name 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 6/5.1 8/7.1 Home audio (select models only). See "Configuring multistreaming audio" in the Getting Started guide. Connecting Speakers or Microphone 21
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    speakers. Your computer supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. A six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the cable to the audio system. For 2.1 speakers that were shipped with your computer (select models only), connect the
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    audio card" in the Getting Started guide. The following diagram shows a typical 2.1 audio installation: Connecting 4.1 (Four speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer
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    . 6 Turn on the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the speaker system. 7 Plug in the speaker system power. 8 Turn on the guide. Type S (audio card): See "Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card" in the Getting Started guide. The following diagram
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    . 2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your
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    : See "Configuring multistreaming audio" in the Getting Started guide. Type S (audio card): See "Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card" in the Getting Started guide. The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation: Connecting 7.1 (Seven speakers and
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    speaker system to the power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. Type 6 - multistreaming: See "Configuring multistreaming audio" in the Getting Started guide. Connecting Speakers or
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    The following diagram shows a typical 7.1 audio installation. Color Description 1 Lime green Front audio input 2 Black Rear audio input 3 Orange Center/subwoofer audio input 4 Gray Side audio input (not shown) 28 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    Connecting your home stereo system (optional) Most home receivers/amplifiers have RCA-type input connectors. You must connect Y adapter cables between your computer and your receiver/amplifier. Y adapter cables have one 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) stereo mini-jack on one end, and two RCA connectors on the
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    This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B C E C DE Computer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Front speakers (left
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    This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B C F E C D G Computer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Center speaker
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    connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 5.1 Channel inputs, 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD, or DVD In. Connect the left and right ends
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    guide. Type S (audio card): See "Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card" in the Getting Started guide. 7.1 home audio installation The following diagram B C F E C D G Computer to 7.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type
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    Out connector on the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 Channel inputs, 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD, or DVD In. Connect the left and right ends
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    computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in the Getting Started guide. Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type 6: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type S (audio card
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    sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in the Getting Started guide. Audio card with digital output and type 3 connectors: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Follow the instructions to enable digital audio
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    of connecting to the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi sound card. NOTE: For additional information on connecting the speakers, refer right FlexiJack (white) for Line In, Microphone, Digital In/Out The FlexiJack supports three functions. You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher.
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    connect your audio system to the sound card. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Plug in and turn on the speaker system power. After connecting the speaker system to the sound card, follow the steps in "Configuring the FlexiJack connector" in the Getting Started guide to configure the speaker settings in the
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    the DVI-to-VGA converter to connect to the computer: Connect the DVI-to-VGA converter to the DVI connector on the computer graphic card, and then connect the VGA cable to the converter and to the monitor. Using TV Cables The computer includes video and audio cables to connect the television signals
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    Connects a DVI monitor to an HDMI connector on the computer or connects an HDMI monitor to a DVI connector on the back of the computer. This allows the graphic card driver to transfer HDMI signals to a monitor or a TV display. Composite video cable RCA yellow end. Plugs into an RCA connector
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    , and then turn the connector to tighten it. Or Plug a cable into the S-video or composite video In connector on the back of the computer; use an S-video cable (not provided) or the composite video cable. Plug the other end of the cable into the set-top box or other device that is providing the
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    tuner (Select models only) NOTE: The Television (Electronic) Program Guide is not available in all countries/regions. The computer records television programs and enables you to control the television channels. The computer supports two tuner configurations: TV tuner Single-tuner TV source Dual
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    device that connects to the computer and enables the remote control a second set-top box, you can also use connector (2). 2 Remove the paper from the backing tape on the end of the cable (B), cable into a USB connector (D) on the back of the computer. 4 Place the remote sensor so that you can easily
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    cables to the input of the VCR, and the other cable to the TV connector on the back of the computer. Existing setup Setting up the computer with a splitter 44 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model) A Wall B Cable outlet C Coaxial cable D VCR In E VCR Out F TV In G Splitter In H Splitter Out
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    computer with a splitter A Wall B Cable outlet C Coaxial cable D Set-top box/Satellite In E Set-top box/Satellite Out F VCR In G VCR Out H TV In J Splitter In K Splitter Out L TV In on back of computer M Remote control sensor cable N Remote control sensor Connecting the Television Signal and Video
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    S-video cable or composite video cable video In connector on the back of the computer. Or Connect one end of a composite video video-to-composite video adapter cable, and then connect the adapter to the S-video In connector on the back of the computer. 3 If you are using a composite video or S-video
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    B Cable outlet C Set-top box/Satellite In D Set-top box/Satellite Out E S-video or composite cable F VCR In G VCR Out H TV In J Add an S-video or composite cable with adapter K S-video In on back of computer L Remote control sensor cable M Remote control sensor N Set-top box/second output O R-Audio
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    one of the output connector sets, and then view the computer desktop image, watch DVD movies, or play games on the TV screen. TV-out connectors are an optional feature. Cables for connecting the computer to a TV To connect the computer to a TV, you need a video cable and an audio cable. The type of
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    for the TV set. 5 Turn on the computer. Enable the computer desktop for the TV. For more information, see "Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen." Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen The type of video card on the computer determines how the computer selects the TV-out option. When you
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    computer with a composite or S-video Desktop Properties window to adjust the settings for the TV display: NOTE: The type of video card on the computer determines how the computer the Composite or S-video option: Click Next, area of the desktop, and then click the tab for the video card. (The tab may
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    type that is supported by the optional equipment. NOTE: Some graphic cards have a DVI connector and a DVI-to-VGA converter included in the box (select models only). If the monitor has a VGA connector but no DVI connector, use the DVI-to-VGA converter to connect to the computer: Connect the DVI
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    S-video connections. Example: A DVD/VHS player to a TV. The remainder of this chapter describes how to connect optional equipment, including the audio connections when applicable. The order follows that of the preceding table. WARNING: Before connecting optional equipment, unplug the power cord
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    device This is the recommended connection for video and audio. The HDMI cable is sold separately. To connect an HDMI device: 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the computer. (There are no separate audio inputs for HDMI.) Connector on the Computer 2 Connect the cable to the HDMI device
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    . Connect the HDMI end of the converter to the Digital Video connector on the computer, and then connect the DVI cable to the DVI equipment. Or If the computer has a DVI connector, use a DVI video cable, and connect the cable to the computer and to the DVI equipment. 2 Connect the audio cables to
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    and right Audio connectors for the component input. 3 Connect the cables to the component device. 4 Turn on the device, and start play. 5 Plug in the computer. 6 Turn on the computer. Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables 55
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    video input for Input 3. 1 Connect the S-video equipment to the S-video computer. 6 Turn on the computer. Configuring the TV Tuner The computer includes a TV tuner that can receive analog or digital (DVB-T) broadcasts. NOTE: In the countries/regions that do not support Guide (features vary by model)
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    supported. In both tuners: Interactive TV is not supported. High-Definition (HD) is not supported. Guide" step is part of the Custom setup. Perform the initial Windows Media Center configuration as follows: 1 Start the computer . 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Required Setup
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    tuners, TV signal, and Guide, and then click Next. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. After performing the Scan for the original tuner. Changing the tuner settings Complete the following procedure to reconfigure the computer if you move it to another country/region, or change the type of TV
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    12 cables audio 40 Component video 52 Composite video 52 connecting computer to TV 48 DVI 52 HDMI 52 included 40 S-video 52 TV 39 video 40 coaxial cable connecting the TV signal source 45 Composite video cable 40 Composite video connector 4, 6 computer connecting the remote sensor 43 connecting
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    D devices connecting 10 digital camera connecting 8, 10 digital video camera connecting to a computer 8 troubleshooting 9 disabling the TV-Out option 51 disconnecting the TV 51 DVI-I or DVI-D cable 40 E Ethernet connection 13 Ethernet network hub 5 F FM In connector 6 FM radio antenna connecting 6
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    monitor 48 TV coaxial cable using 41 TV tuner connecting TV to computer 48 signal source 41 U USB connector 4, 5 using coaxial cable 44 TV cables 39 your TV as a monitor 48 V video cables 39, 40 videos working with home videos 8 W WEP 15 wired network connection 13 wireless devices 13 wireless LAN
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