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Multimedia features
Identifying your multimedia components
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Using the MediaSmart button (select models only)
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Adjusting the volume
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Using the media activity hotkeys
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Multimedia software
Using HP MediaSmart software
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Using other preinstalled multimedia software
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Installing multimedia software from a disc
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Audio
Connecting external audio devices
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Checking your audio functions
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Video
Connecting an external monitor or projector
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Connecting an HDMI device
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Configuring audio for HDMI
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Watching TV (select models only)
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Optical drive
Identifying the installed optical drive
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Using optical discs
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Selecting the right disc
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CD-R discs
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CD-RW discs
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DVD±R discs
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DVD±RW discs
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LightScribe DVD+R discs
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Blu-ray Disc
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Playing music
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Watching a movie
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Changing DVD region settings
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Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD
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Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD)
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Webcam
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