HP Pavilion HPE h8-1000 Getting Started Guide - Page 7
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2 Setting up your computer ❑ Follow the steps on the setup poster included with your computer. ❑ Place the computer so that all ventilation openings are unobstructed and cabling is not in a walkway or where it can be stepped on or damaged by placing furniture on it. ❑ Connect all power cords from the monitor, computer, and accessories to a power surge protection device that is specifically labeled as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. If the computer has a television tuner, or a modem or telephone connection, protect the computer by using surge protection with these signal inputs as well. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the surge protection device, and then connect the device to the computer. ❑ Download and install operating system updates. ❑ Look in the computer box for additional printed details or updates. ❑ Read the Safety and Regulatory Information document in the User Guides folder. ❑ Read the Safety & Comfort Guide for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and electrical and mechanical safety information. Click the Start button, click All Programs, and then click User Guides or visit www.hp.com/ergo. Protecting your computer Computer risk Computer feature Unauthorized use of the computer or user account User password A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure computer information. Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Administrator password Computer viruses Antivirus software The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your computer can detect most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by viruses. For protection against new viruses beyond the trial period, purchase an extended update service. Unauthorized access to data and ongoing threats to the computer Firewall software ● Windows 7 includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. ● The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes firewall software. Windows 7 critical security updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows 7 operating system. ENWW Protecting your computer 3