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any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. HP shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 3
Information 1 Using the Quick Start Guide 3 Finding Additional Information 4 Setting Up the PC 5 Turning On the PC for the First Time 5 Registering with HP 6 Making Recovery CDs 7 Getting Help 7 Protecting the PC 7 Working in Comfort 8 Using the PC 11 Introducing the Basics 11 Windows - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 4
34 Connecting to a TV set 34 Viewing the PC image on TV 35 Disabling the TV option 36 Disconnecting the TV 37 Turning Off the PC 37 Putting the PC into Standby and Hibernation Mode 38 Standby mode 53 Visiting the Hewlett-Packard Web Site 54 Viewing online manuals 55 iv HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 5
dual-language Video CDs 77 Using HP Pavilion PC Tools 79 Getting HP Updates for the PC 81 Informing You of Changes 81 Using HP Centre to Receive Messages from HP ...... 81 To start HP Centre 81 To turn off the HP Centre Service 82 Re-enabling the HP Centre Service 82 Quick Start Guide v - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 6
CDs ..... 96 Freeing Up Space on Your Hard Disk Drive ......... 100 To display hard disk space 100 Increasing available hard disk space 101 Uninstalling programs 101 Removing desktop icons 101 Using the Disk Cleanup utility 102 Reinstalling programs 102 Index 103 vi HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 7
Start Here Welcome Thank you for becoming a member of the HP Pavilion home PC family. This "Start Here" section is an overview of some of the added software features and tools available on your HP Pavilion. The rest of this Quick Start Guide gives you information on how to use your computer. With - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 8
support, warranty, license, regulatory, and safety information Upgrading and Servicing the PC guide (select models installed on PC, or in print) Read first, addenda, or other documents if applicable DVD Writer guide (select models) Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Start Here guide My HP Pavilion - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 9
PC Front Your PC may look different from the ones shown here. Component, connector location, In E I - Microphone K - On button/indicator M - Hard disk activity indicator N - Door opened to show connectors H I F G A A B B C C D N K M K M N F G Quick Start Guide ix Start Here - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 10
the back of the PC. B To store CDs, open the top cover (figure A) and gently lift the two sections to form the spindle (figure B). You can store 10 CDs/DVDs. Your PC may look different from the one shown here. Component, connector location, type, and number vary by model. x HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 11
device, and place D the peripheral in the bay. 3 Connect the data cable to the USB or FireWire connector on the back of the PC. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. Your PC may look different from the one shown here. Component, connector location, type, and number vary by model. Quick Start - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 12
cover. Close the cover. 4 Connect the cables to the device, and place it on the top of the chassis (figure G). At the back of the PC, connect the data cable to the USB or FireWire connector on the back of the PC. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. E G F xii HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 13
PC Back Connect your keyboard, mouse, monitor, and modem as described in the setup poster. Turn on the computer for the first time . Audio Out OUT Audio In IN Microphone USB 2.0 Monitor Telephone ETHERNET SERIAL Joystick Speaker out Ethernet TV out Modem Quick Start Guide xiii Start Here - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 14
PC Connector Symbols Symbols in this table identify connectors. Symbol Description Mouse (PS/2) When you add a Plug and Play peripheral, the PC recognizes it and obtains the best driver for the device. xiv HP Pavilion home PC Symbol Description Audio Line Out (powered speakers) OUT Audio - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 15
for select HP All-In-One, camera, scanner, and printer peripheral products. Pre-loaded software simplifies and speeds product setup for HP peripherals. Simply connect the HP peripheral product, turn it on, and your HP PC automatically configures it so it is ready to use. Quick Start Guide xv - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 16
from the one shown here. External components shown in the following figure are not included with the PC. Front connector location, type, and number vary by model. Note: Before using your components, you may need to install the software that came with the component. xvi HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 17
Start Here Register with HP Register your HP Pavilion home PC with Hewlett-Packard so that HP can assist you with your technical support needs. Quick Start Guide xvii - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 18
guide you through setup for the Internet and e-mail. For information about modem setup, the Internet, and e-mail, see the related sections inside this guide. You can also find helpful information by clicking Start, Help and Support, and then My HP Pavilion PC (select models only). xviii HP Pavilion - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 19
HP Desktop The HP desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need. Click the icon to find out more information about that program. Note: The screen on your computer may not match the screen pictured here. HP Tour Guide Easy Internet Sign-up Start Here Help and Support - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 20
important software programs and tools available to you. Choose All Programs and then choose Hewlett-Packard to find HP-specific software (select models only). All Programs Start button xx HP Pavilion home PC Note: The screen on your PC may not match the screen pictured here. Help and Support - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 21
Help and Support Click Start and then Help and Support to learn about your PC and get your questions answered. HP Pavilion information and support (select models) Help and support news Quick Start Guide xxi Start Here - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 22
My HP Pavilion PC Click Start, Help and Support, and then My HP Pavilion PC for detailed instructions and information about your PC (select models only). Learn how to use your HP Pavilion home PC xxii HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 23
then choose All Programs to find all the software programs on your PC. Choose Hewlett-Packard, and then choose hp pavilion pc tools to find HP drivers and the HP Tour Guide (select models only). Hewlett-Packard hp pavilion pc tools Start Here All Programs Start button Note: The screen on your - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 24
HP Tour Guide Click Start, choose All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, click hp pavilion pc tools, and then click hp tour guide. Or Click the icon on the desktop (select models). Let the HP Tour Guide show you the desktop and the basics of the Internet and e-mail. xxiv HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 25
for the terms of your HP Pavilion warranty coverage, for license information, and for support telephone numbers and addresses. The Support Guide contains operating specifications for the PC, along with regulatory and safety information. hp pavilion home pc support guide !where to get help !warranty - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 26
This main Web site has the latest information about your HP Pavilion home PC and all your HP products. Receive technical support, download software updates, and find out about HP's home and business services. http://www.hp.com/ cposupport/loc/regional.html Use this worldwide Web site for all your - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 27
® ® For questions about the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, refer to: Help and Support, for onscreen help and troubleshooting - click Start and then Help and Support. Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Start Here guide, included with the computer documentation. Start Here Quick Start - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 28
-shipped programs, drivers, and the operating guide: refer to "Using Application Recovery and System Recovery." To view the space used by the recovery partition on the hard drive, or to delete undesired software titles, refer to "Freeing Up Space on Your Hard Disk Drive." xxviii HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 29
Guide Safety Information This product has not been evaluated for connection to an "IT" power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950). AC Power Safety Warning Warning: Install the PC near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your HP Pavilion PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 30
or removing your PC cover. Warning: Do not operate the PC with the cover removed. Warning: The power supply is not user-serviceable. To prevent a metal part of the PC. Place cards on a conductive foam pad or inside the card wrapper, if possible, but never on the card wrapper. 2 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 31
and remove a CD disc. ■ Use the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD+RW/+R drive to play music, watch movies, or record information. ■ Use HP Pavilion PC Tools (select models only). ■ Save power with standby and hibernation modes. ■ Solve common problems. Introduction Quick Start Guide 3 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 32
Start, and then click Help and Support. Information about the internal parts of the PC chassis is in the Upgrading and Servicing the PC guide included with your PC (installed on your system or printed). To view guides installed on your PC, refer to "Using HP Pavilion PC Tools" on page 79. Note: The - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 33
on CDs or DVDs included in the PC box (select models only). Note: Some programs are preinstalled on the PC. Before installing a program, check to remove a Plug and Play peripheral, the PC recognises it and obtains the driver for the device. Turning On the PC for the First Time After you've completed - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 34
changes, updates, and support. You can register any of these ways: ■ Turn on your PC and follow the onscreen instructions to register. ■ Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow the onscreen instructions. ■ Register online at http://register.hp.com 6 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 35
assembles the necessary files and writes the information to CDs. Getting Help See the Support Guide included with the PC documentation for the terms of your PC warranty coverage and for support telephone numbers. Protecting the PC HP provides a virus-scanning software program to help protect your - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 36
the PC and your work area to maintain your comfort and productivity. Refer to "Safety and Comfort Guide" installed on your PC for important ergonomic information. Just click Start, All Programs, Hewlett-Packard, hp pavilion pc tools, and then click Safety and Comfort Guide. 8 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 37
safety and ergonomic information on the Internet; type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Warning: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the "Safety & Comfort Guide." It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 38
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off the PC or to restart it. Help and Support To open the Help and Support Centre, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support. Help has information, tours, and tutorials. Help also has troubleshooting tools to assist you. Quick Start Guide 11 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 40
functions the same way as other mouse types do, except it uses a receiver unit to communicate with your PC instead of a connector cable. The mouse has two buttons on the top. Click the left mouse button to "Reverse your mouse buttons" in the onscreen Help and Support Centre. 12 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 41
pan. The farther you move the pointer from the starting point, the faster the document pans. 3 To stop panning, release the wheel button. Quick Start Guide 13 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 42
PC instead of a connector cable. Keyboard features The keyboard for your PC may look like one of the following four layouts. Note: Your keyboard may not have all the features listed. This keyboard enables you to: ■ Adjust speaker volume. ■ Place the PC into standby to save power. 14 HP Pavilion - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 43
and stop playing a CD or DVD, skip to the previous or next track, and eject the disc tray (top drive only). ■ Place the PC into standby to save power. ■ Get support information. ■ Customise the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites. ■ Find a file or program on the hard drive - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 44
Internet. ■ Customise the buttons to open programs and connect to Internet Web sites. ■ Find a file or program on the hard drive. ■ Place the PC into standby to save power. ■ Get support information. ■ Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account). 16 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 45
(if you have an established Internet account). ■ Search for information on the Internet. ■ Place the PC into standby to save power. ■ Start, pause, and stop playing a CD or DVD, skip to connect to Internet Web sites. ■ Get support information. ■ Find a file or program on the hard drive. Quick Start - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 46
displays a search window. F1 and F3 are available at all times. Other function key operations may depend on what software program you are using. 18 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 47
. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation in a Web site, in a document, or in a game. Quick Start Guide 19 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 48
Lock Scroll Lock Description Numeric keys are locked as numbers keys and arithmetic functions. Alphanumeric keys are locked to uppercase. Scroll function is locked. 20 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 49
buttons operate a CD or DVD player, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick access to specific functions. See "Buttons" on page 22. Quick Start Guide 21 Basics - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 50
Buttons The top of the keyboard has a number of special buttons (select models only). hp A B CD E F G H K M N P R S T V W l l Note: The number, location, and labelling of buttons vary by keyboard model. 22 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 51
hp HP Help photo music HP Picture Toolkit Or My Photo Centre Or Picture It! Music video Video Description Puts PC into power-saving mode (screen is blank but PC screen reappears. Switches between the PC users. Links to HP Web site. Opens the Help and Support Centre. Opens an imaging software - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 52
Figure Key H K Icon M N P R S Feature Shopping Sports Finance Connect Search Chat E-Mail Description Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured to open any site or software program. 24 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 53
. Turns speaker sound on and off. The Internet buttons work only if you have established an Internet connection and have signed up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Quick Start Guide 25 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 54
keys: a - open and close disc trays b - record c - play or pause d - stop e - skip to the previous track f - skip to the next track 26 HP Pavilion home PC Button configuration You can reconfigure the special buttons on the keyboard to open different programs or files, or to connect to favorite Web - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 55
, flat panel monitor, TV, etc.) to the PC. You can quickly change where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the PC display appears on the next device. If Alt+F5 slide toward More decreases the size of text. 6 Click Apply. Quick Start Guide 27 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 56
for sound output. Note: Multi-channel audio uses the Microphone, Audio (Line) In, and Audio (Line) Out connectors on the back of the PC to connect the multi-channel speakers system to the PC. Refer to "PC Back" (in the "Start Here" section) for the location of the connectors. 28 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 57
Multi-channel Audio Configuration window opens. Note: If you do not see the Speaker Configuration tab, your PC does not have the multi-channel capability. 4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab. (Your speakers must be Test tab and then click a speaker icon to test it. 6 Click OK. Quick Start Guide 29 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 58
can then test the speakers: Click the Test button and the WinDVD control panel shows the speaker number being used. Click Stop. 4 Click OK. 30 HP Pavilion home PC Note: If you want to play a stereo DVD, repeat these steps (1 to 5) and change the audio properties for WinDVD to match the DVD output - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 59
. 2 Adjust the volume. 3 When you are satisfied with the sound level, click the Close box (the X in the corner) to close this window. Quick Start Guide 31 Basics - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 60
page 30. To connect a microphone to the front of your PC, select the working microphone: Note: If you connect your microphone to the back of your PC, you do not need to perform this procedure. 1 Double-click from the Recording Control window, and then click Advanced Controls. 32 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 61
If you need to adjust the volume of the microphone, whether it is connected to the front of the PC or to the back, follow the procedure below: 1 Double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar. The Volume . 10 Click X (Close) on the upper-right corner of the Volume Control window. Quick Start Guide 33 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 62
video cable and, depending on the sockets on the back of your computer, an S-Video adapter cable. 34 HP Pavilion home PC Connecting to a TV set To connect a TV to the PC: 1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the TV cable using one of the following arrangements, depending on the connection sockets on your - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 63
the PC. Back of PC Composite PC image on the TV: 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are connected before you turn on the TV and the PC. 2 Turn on the TV. Press the Video/TV button on your remote control to select the Video setting, not the TV setting. 3 Turn on the computer. Quick Start Guide - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 64
the Standard [nView disabled] option. Important: If you viewed the PC image on just the TV, do the following: With Standard [nView disabled] selected under nView Modes, click the Device Settings button, choose Select Output Device, and then select the Analog Display option. 36 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 65
. 3 Click Turn Off Computer, at the bottom of the menu. 4 Click Turn Off. 5 Turn off the monitor. For information on alternatives to turning off the PC, see the next section "Putting the PC into Standby and Hibernation Mode." Quick Start Guide 37 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 66
manually put the PC in standby: 1 Press the Standby button on the keyboard. The screen goes dark, and the PC goes into standby mode. 2 When you want to use the PC again, press a key on the keyboard, or press the Standby button. The screen display reappears just as you left it. 38 HP Pavilion home - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 67
PC: Press and hold the On button on the front of the PC for approximately 5 seconds until the system turns off. Then turn the PC the PC is in hibernation mode, it saves everything that is in PC memory PC, everything (programs, folders, and documents) is restored to the screen. To manually put the PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 68
2 Click Turn Off Computer. 3 Click Restart. Automatic standby or hibernation mode To automatically put the PC into standby or hibernation mode, modify the power management settings: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 by clicking the check box so that a check appears in it. 40 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 69
box, select a power scheme from the drop-down list. Choose the timers: ■ To turn on auto-standby for the PC, click a time (such as After 20 mins) in the System standby list. ■ To set the timer for auto- for a longer time than the system standby timer. 8 Click OK. Quick Start Guide 41 Basics - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 70
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Using the Internet Your HP Pavilion comes with: ■ Access to the ISPs in your area. Some ISPs offer a traditional dial-up service, and others offer of computers that communicate with each other through telephone lines, digital service, or cable lines. Each Internet computer is independent, and - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 72
of them provide an electronic mail service (e-mail). There is usually a monthly fee for this service. The types of connection vary and support of their activities. A Web page is a file or group of files that a user can access by entering the Web page's file location, or URL. 44 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 73
.com with the extension .com indicating that XYZ is a business. For information on using e-mail, see "Sending and Receiving E-Mail" on page 56. Quick Start Guide 45 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 74
the list to see this option.) 4 Type a word or question into the Search box. 5 Click Search. The PC connects to the Internet (if needed), performs the search, and displays the results. Click a link in the results list . Search engines use a number of ways to find information. 46 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 75
faxes using telephone dial-up, you must connect your telephone service line to the modem, which is in the PC. The setup poster shows you how to plug in a modem/telephone cable to the PC modem connector and to your telephone service line wall socket connector. To identify the modem connector, look - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 76
other end of the cable into the telephone service line socket on the wall. 3 On modems with a Telephone Line switch, make sure the switch is in position 1. 48 HP Pavilion home PC Telephone (optional) Telephone cable (optional) Back of PC 21 Modem connector Modem cable Telephone (optional) Wall - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 77
driver can be upgraded to enable certain V.92 features. For information, go to the Support Web site listed in the Support Guide, click the support link, type Pavilion V.92 into the search box, and then click the arrow to the right of the box. Follow the instructions found on the desktop or in the - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 78
to the plug on a telephone cable, they are not the same. 3 With the PC turned on, check the LEDs (light-emitting diodes) on the network adapter. (Refer to a 10BaseT port ■ 100 LNK - Lit green when connected to a 100BaseT port ■ ACT - Lit during network data transfer activity 50 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 79
LEDs ■ 100 - Lit HP has made arrangements with leading ISPs in your area to help you sign up for Internet service. Use Easy Internet Sign-up to sign up with an ISP. The software programs for available ISPs are part of your system. The Windows desktop may have a folder called Online Services - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 80
instructions. Connecting to the Internet A Web browser program searches for, finds, and displays Web site information. How you access and explore the Internet depends on whether you are using an ISP that provides the browser or an ISP that allows you to use any browser. 52 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 81
either of the following methods: ■ Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop. Or ■ Press the Connect (or Internet) button on the keyboard (select models go to a particular Web site by entering the address (such as http://www.hp.com) in the Address box in the Web browser and pressing Enter on - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 82
and personal computing services HP offers. ■ Drivers: Download software and driver updates. ■ Support: Receive technical support and detailed product information such as hardware warranties, specifications, and instruction manuals. To go directly to the support Web page for your PC model and find - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 83
of store and service locations that sell and repair HP products. Note: For more information, refer to the HP Web site information located in the Support Guide included with your HP Pavilion home PC. Viewing online manuals Note: Online manuals are associated with specific PC model numbers. Not - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 84
Enter key on your keyboard. For example, Pavilion xt865 or Pavilion 7970. The product number is on the lower front of the PC chassis. 4 When the results window appears, click the product support link for your PC model (language). 5 Click manuals. Note: If manuals does not appear, there are no online - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 85
PC to the ISP. Note: If you decide to use a DSL or a cable Internet connection, contact your ISP for any specific software and hardware you may need. If the ISP provides the browser Follow the ISP's instructions or select from an address book, the address of each recipient. Quick Start Guide 57 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 86
expand it and read it in its own window. For more information about using Outlook Express, go to the Help menu within the program. 58 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 87
Understanding Your Drives The PC has a diskette (floppy types of optical disc drives that may be included with the PC, depending on your PC model: ■ CD-ROM drive, which can read audio and data discs do not work in the DVD+RW/+R drive. On some PCs, the CD-RW drive is labelled cd writer, the DVD+RW/+R - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 88
reader has two or four horizontal card slots that accept six types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. 60 HP Pavilion home PC Card CompactFlash™ type I media CompactFlash type II media IBM Microdrive disk drive Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick® (MS - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 89
of the 6-In-1 memory card reader from your PC; you must restart the PC to see your reader again. If you open light (A) on the card reader lights, and the PC automatically detects the media. 2 The PC opens a window so you can access the media PC is not accessing the media. Common Tasks Quick Start - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 90
) Memory Card SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card Insert Face up Face up Face up Into 4-slot reader D (upper right) E (lower right) B (upper left) CompactFlash I/II F A G 62 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 91
up) Face up Into 2-slot reader F (upper) F (upper) F (upper) G (lower) G (lower) G (lower) G (lower) Inserting a CD or DVD The PC must be turned on to eject the disc tray. Your PC may look different from the ones shown here. Eject button Door (lower for 6-In-1 and diskette drive) Common Tasks - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 92
on to the disc edges only. 3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up. 64 HP Pavilion home PC 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC. You can also close the tray by clicking the close/open button on the control panel for the program - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 93
of the tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC. Handling CDs To avoid damaging a CD, follow these guidelines: ■ Return the CD to the case when you are finished of the CD. ■ Store CDs at room temperature. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 65 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 94
Playing Music CDs The PC includes MusicMatch Jukebox (select models) or Windows Media Player. This software lets you play music CDs. Using MusicMatch Jukebox This connect to the Internet and then click Continue lookup. If you don't want to connect to the Internet, click Quit. 66 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 95
Media Player window does not automatically open, click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, and then select Windows Media Player. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 67 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 96
click the Media Guide or the Radio Tuner features, Windows Media Player connects PC. 3 Click Start on the taskbar. 4 Click My Computer. 5 Double-click the CD Drive icon. From there, you can copy audio or data files to a CD by using the RecordNow CD/DVD Writer software program. 68 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 97
home and car stereos. CD-RW discs play only in some stereos. 1 Open RecordNow CD/DVD Writer. 2 Click Make a Music Disc. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 69 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 98
to your music CD project. Your audio files are prepared for recording. d Follow any onscreen instructions to finish recording your music CD. 5 To copy audio or MP3 files from your hard drive audio files. Follow any onscreen instructions to finish recording your music CD. 70 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 99
DVD-ROM drive (select models only) can run software on CD-ROMs, play music CDs, and play DVD movies and software. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 71 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 100
up for the side you want to play. 2 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC. The movie plays in its own resizable window, and the WinDVD control panel appears. Or If the program does and adjust the settings before inserting the disc and starting the movie. 72 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 101
. ■ To see what a button does on the control panel, place the mouse pointer on the button; the button title appears onscreen. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 73 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 102
/region. When the country/region code locks, if you need help, contact HP Support. The country/region number is usually placed over a world globe printed on the DVD packaging and disc. DVDs without country/region codes will play on any player or drive in any country/region. 74 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 103
can change the country/region code only five times before the setting becomes permanent. When the country/region code locks, if you need help, contact HP Support. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 75 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 104
steps to play a movie, see "Playing DVD Movies" on page 71. The guide for this drive is printed and included in the PC box (select models). Using the Combo Drive The combination drive is available on select and WinDVD control panel open. See "Playing DVD Movies" on page 71. 76 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 105
to "Using the WinDVD control panel" on page 73. Note: The InterVideo WinDVD Player program is included only with PC models that have a DVD drive. Playing dual-language Video CDs If you have a dual-language Video CD, control panel opens and your Video CD plays. Common Tasks Quick Start Guide 77 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 106
sound from both speakers again, double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar and then move the Balance slider bar back to the centre. 78 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 107
example, you'll find a utility for displaying system information. This folder also contains the HP Tour Guide and any onscreen guides included with your PC. To see the items in the HP Pavilion PC Tools folder: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose Hewlett-Packard. 4 Choose - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 108
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PC. The support updates from HP messages are also available to you through the Support Web site under the information for your model PC. To go to the Web site, see "Visiting the Hewlett-Packard Web site" on page 54. Using HP Centre to Receive Messages from HP HP Centre is a service provided by HP - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 110
on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose hp centre. 82 HP Pavilion home PC 4 Click Disable hp centre. The service is turned off until you re-enable it. Re-enabling the HP Centre Service When you re-enable the HP Centre Service, the service runs whenever you are connected to the Internet, and - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 111
press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support. Problem My PC won't turn on at all. Solution ■ When you press the On button on the front of the PC, the following events should happen: 1 The keyboard indicator lights flash. 2 The light next to the - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 112
to the PC, plugged in, and turned on. ■ Be sure that you installed the device drivers that came with the new device. ■ You may need an updated driver for Windows XP. For non-HP peripherals, contact the vendor directly. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Refer to your Support Guide for - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 113
until the system turns off. 2 Wait a few seconds, and turn the PC back on. Note: Using the On button to reset the system is not recommended and should be used only as a last resort. ■ A software program, software driver, or the operating system software may be corrupted, erased, or damaged. You - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 114
PC off, reconnect the cables, and then turn the PC back on. ■ Try restarting the PC (click Start, select Turn Off Computer, and click Restart). If that doesn't work, press and hold the PC On button until the PC turns off (approximately five seconds). Then turn the PC back on. 86 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 115
Help Problem When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. Solution ■ Check the button configuration. To reconfigure the steps 6 to 9 for each button you want to reconfigure. 11 Click OK when you are finished reconfiguring the keyboard. Quick Start Guide 87 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 116
Problem Solution The AOL program ■ If AOL opens when you are using another Internet Service Provider (ISP), the PC is still comes up even though trying to use AOL for Internet access and you may ■ Verify that the Web browser is installed and set up to work with your ISP. 88 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 117
Problem these two cables, turn the PC off, reconnect the cables, and then turn the PC back on. ■ If the pointer PC. Turn on the PC, and press the Eject button to extend the tray. I want to remove icons ■ You can remove most desktop icons from your display by either deleting them from the desktop - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 118
Problem I cannot remove the cables for my external device from the multistorage bay cable tunnel (select models only). Solution ■ Remove the rear top cover: 2 Press tab (A) inside the bay and slide the top back cover toward the back of the chassis; then lift off the cover. A 90 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 119
Using Application Recovery and System Recovery Before using the HP Pavilion System Recovery or Application Recovery program, use System Restore. Note: Your PC hard drive contains the system recovery image in a partition area of the disk drive. The PC does not include recovery CDs in the accessory - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 120
. 5 Choose hp pavilion pc tools. 6 Click hp application recovery. The recovery box appears. 7 Click Application Installation or Driver Installation, and then click Next. 8 Select the driver or application program to install, and then click Install. 9 Follow the onscreen instructions. 10 Repeat - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 121
application recovery) fail, you may want to use the HP Pavilion system recovery program as a last resort to reinstall originally installed on the PC at the factory by using the system recovery program. Warning: The HP Pavilion system recovery program HP Recovery CD Creator" on page 95. Quick Start - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 122
the normal startup process continues.) 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. If you created recovery CDs (see page 95), then you may be directed to insert recovery CD #1. 8 Complete the PC startup, and finish the registration process. Then reconnect all peripheral devices. 94 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 123
CDs for your PC by using HP Recovery CD Creator before you experience any problem. The recovery CD set is a complete image of the original HP Pavilion home PC hard disk drive contents and is matched to your PC model number. The CD set contains the operating system, drivers, and application software - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 124
of each window. 2 Click Start on the taskbar. 3 Choose All Programs. 4 Choose Hewlett-Packard. 5 Choose hp pavilion pc tools. 6 Click hp pc recovery CD creator. The creator box appears. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions. Label each CD disc as you make it. Store the recovery CDs in a safe place for - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 125
monitor, the keyboard, and the mouse. 4 Press the On button to turn on the PC. 5 When the blue screen with the HP Invent logo appears, press the F1 key on the keyboard until Entering SETUP is displayed. ( key to select Boot Device Priority, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Quick Start Guide 97 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 126
press Enter. 12 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the onscreen instructions to display, and then follow those instructions: ■ For standard recovery PC hard disk drive is blank or corrupted, press R to perform a full system recovery. Insert the remaining CDs when directed. 98 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 127
and exit BIOS. 20 With Yes selected, press Enter. After the PC restarts, a series of startup screens appear. To proceed with the initial Microsoft Windows setup, the PC by the factory. 23 Copy data files that you saved on the backup CD or diskette you made to your hard disk. Quick Start Guide 99 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 128
hard disk drive has 20 gigabytes (GB) to more than 160 GB of total disk space. The PC comes with preloaded software programs and a partition within the hard disk drive that takes up a certain window opens. 6 Double-click Storage. 7 Double-click Disk Management (Local). 100 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 129
the Change/Remove button. Follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Click OK when the confirmation window opens. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each program you want to remove. 7 Click Close. 8 Restart the PC. Removing desktop icons You can remove most desktop icons from your display by either deleting them - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 130
then click Yes. Reinstalling programs You can reinstall most programs that came with your PC. For programs that came on CDs or DVDs, just reinsert the disc and follow the onscreen instructions. For preinstalled programs, follow the steps in "Application Recovery" on page 92. 102 HP Pavilion home PC - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 131
Programs, xxvi America Online, troubleshooting, 88 Application Recovery, 91 100 increasing, 101 B box contents, viii browsing the Internet, 46 buttons Eject, 63 E-Mail, 24 Help, 23 HP , 23 mouse, 12 mouse scroll wheel, 12 Mute, 25 Off. See shutting down PC On, 5 Power, Guide 103 Index - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 132
code warning, 75 country/region codes for DVD, 74 104 HP Pavilion home PC creating a DVD, 76 creating CD by using CD-RW drive, 68 creating CD with RecordNow, 69 creating recovery CD, 95 D desktop, xxi desktop icons, removing, 101 desktop tour, xxvi device not working, 84 disconnecting, TV, 37 Disk - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 133
82 starting, 81 turning off service, 82 HP drivers finding, xxvi, 54 updating, 54 HP keyboard button, 23 HP Pavilion learning to use, xxvi, 11 HP Pavilion PC Tools, xxvi, 79 HP Picture Toolkit button, 23 HP Tour Guide, xxvi, 79 HP Web site, 54 finding service locations, 54 getting replacement parts - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 134
CD, 77 logging off, 11 M manuals, online, 4, 54, 55 memory card reader card types, 60 messages from HP reading, 81 turning off, 82 turning , 5 changing resolution, 27 changing where desktop displays, 27 monitor, troubleshooting, 86 106 HP Pavilion home PC mouse autoscroll feature, 13 buttons, 12 - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 135
84 not working, 85 problem turning on, 83 replacement parts, 54 service locations, 54 setting it up, 5, 8 settings, 11 sleep mode. See hibernation mode standby mode, about, 38 standby mode, automatic, 40 standby mode, manual, 38 System Recovery, 91 System Restore, 91 troubleshooting, 83 turning off - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 136
, 85 printer, 84 troubleshooting, 83 turning on PC, 83 problem resolution, troubleshooting, xxvi, 83 product notices, 81 programs, uninstalling, 101 R receiving e-mails, 56 reconfiguring keyboard buttons, 26 RecordNow CD/DVD Writer program, 69 108 HP Pavilion home PC recovering system recovery CDs - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 137
terminology for DVD, 73 tips, 81 tour desktop, xxvi e-mail, xxvi Internet, xxvi software, xxvi Tour Guide, xxvi, 79 tours in Help and Support, 11 troubleshooting, xxvi, 83 turning off messages from HP, 82 PC, 37 turning on PC first time, 5 troubleshooting, 83 tutorials in Help, 11 TV, disconnecting - HP Pavilion a100 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Quick Start Guide UK SPR - Page 138
, 77 playing, 77 viewing onscreen guides, 79 virus protection, 7 voltage requirements drivers, 54, 84 Help, xxix, 4 WinDVD control panel, 73 starting, 73 wireless keyboard, 14 wireless mouse, 12 working in comfort, 8 World Wide Web (WWW), defined, 44 writing CD, 68 DVD, 76 110 HP Pavilion home PC
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